The journey of dragon transformation starting from Demon Slayer

However, what he didn't expect was that his opponent's skills were so amazing that he was subdued in an instant.

The pain in his arms was very severe, especially the weight on his back, which made Kariya feel as if he was being pressed down by a block of iron.

"Damn it, what kind of man is it to bully a weak mother and daughter? Come at me if you dare!!"

"How dare you make Sister Aoi cry? I must teach you a lesson!!"

Seeing Kariya shouting like that, Tatsumi frowned slightly, with a hint of coldness in his eyes.

"Come for you? Who do you think you are? If you have the guts, get up first!"

“Aaaaah! Damn it!!”

Hearing this, Kariya clenched his teeth even tighter.

Just as he was struggling with the idea of ​​giving this guy a lesson even if it meant breaking his arm, Aoi's loud shouting calmed him down.

“That’s enough! Kariya! I’m not being bullied!!”

"..."

Kariya was stunned.

He opened his mouth slightly and raised his head blankly, taking in the mother and daughter who stood up from their chairs.

There was a hint of reproach towards Kariya in Aoi's eyes.

The emotions revealed in this pair of beautiful eyes made Kariya, who was lying on the ground, feel a little confused.

Who is this man? Why would Aoi look at her like this for him? !

Although he was confused, Kariya still questioned out loud!

"If you're not being bullied...then why are you crying?!"

"Sister Aoi!"

Kariya's words were full of sincerity, as if the woman standing before him was the person closest to him.

That’s right, as long as it’s for the woman in front of him, no matter what kind of problem she encounters, Kariya will not hesitate to use all his strength to help her solve it!

Although their relationship was not close enough for him to show his kindness without restraint, if such a possibility really existed, even if it was a heated bed, Kariya would jump in for her!

Kariya has this realization in his heart, and that emotion called "love" is the driving force behind his survival.

Hearing Yanye's question, Aoi frowned and her expression suddenly became very ugly.

Her physical condition was not very good, especially when she learned that Ying was going to be adopted, she lost her appetite and did not get a good night's sleep.

Just as Kariya had thought when he first arrived at the park, it was true that she had 'lost weight'.

Aoi had a complicated expression, not knowing how to explain to Kariya what happened today.

When she thought of what happened to her daughter, Aoi's heart began to ache uncontrollably, and even her head began to feel dizzy.

"If nothing had happened..."

"If I don't know anything..."

"I can definitely carry on with Rin little by little..."

Just as Tokiomi said, Sakura will receive a better education and training in a new family.

He doesn't have to be captured by a magician and soaked in formaldehyde, nor does he have to be harassed by demonic creatures. Instead, he can grow up smoothly and happily, fully develop his talents, and become a great magician who inherits his long-cherished wish.

There couldn't be any better outcome than this.

Although she felt bad, Aoi still hypnotized herself and made herself accept this statement. She was willing to believe the future that Tokiomi described to her.

As long as time dilutes this relationship, the family can move towards a new life together.

However, Aoi realized today that the so-called reality and fantasy are actually two different things!

After being taken away, Sakura not only did not receive a better education in the Matou family, but was abused and thrown into a bug warehouse.

Thinking of this, under the gaze of the three people, Aoi frowned, and her thin body suddenly shook.

Then, as if her legs went weak, Aoi began to fall to the ground uncontrollably.

The longing for many days was like a disease buried deep inside the body, accumulating little by little in Aoi's body until it completely erupted at this moment.

"Sister Aoi?"

Seeing that Aoi hadn't spoken yet, Kariya tilted his head in confusion.

However, in the next second, under Kariya's gaze, Aoi actually began to fall to the ground.

"sunflower--!!"

Seeing this scene, Kariya’s eyes widened and he shouted anxiously.

"Mother?!"

Sakura, who was standing nearby, also reacted. Her cute little face turned pale, as if she had lost her soul, and she just stood there in a daze.

However, under the gaze of the two, Aoi, who was about to fall to the ground, was steadily supported by a figure.

That’s right, this figure is Tatsumi.

Since Kariya was lying on the ground, Tatsumi was the only one who could catch Aoi.

Seeing brother Tatsumi holding mother in his arms, young Sakura couldn't help but stroke her chest and quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

Without taking the time to feel the fragrance and softness in his arms, Tatsumi took the initiative to reach out and hold Aoi's shoulders, moving her little by little towards the seat not far behind him.

"Are you alright, ma'am?"

Seeing Aoi sitting down obediently, Tatsumi looked at her with concern.

The gentle whisper in her ears seemed to heal the woman's wounded heart.

Aoi slowly opened her eyes and felt as if she saw Tokiomi's figure in her blurry vision.

No, wake up, Aoi...

This gentleman is not Tokiomi...

Aoi showed a tired expression, but forced herself to smile and politely expressed her gratitude to Tatsumi.

"Thank you, I'm fine now..."

"Um..."

Tatsumi nodded slightly to show that he understood, then let go of his hand and let Sakura at the side take charge of the lookout.

"Mom!! Is it really okay?!"

Ying threw herself into her mother's arms and looked her up and down with her big, bright eyes.

Aoi showed a loving expression and gently touched her little daughter's head.

"Hey~ It's okay! Sakura! Mommy just felt a little dizzy..."

"Maybe I'm a little anemic... It's okay..."

After saying that, Aoi turned to look at Kariya who had gotten up from the ground, and then revealed a very complicated expression.

"I'm sorry to have embarrassed you, Kariya..."

"Let me introduce you first. This is Sakura's brother! His name is Tatsumi..."

"Brother, brother?!"

Kariya's eyes widened, wondering when Sakura had a brother?

Could it be that Aoi remarried? ! But why didn't he know about this?

What on earth happened during his absence?!

Ignoring Kariya's surprised look, Aoi looked at Tatsumi and introduced him gently.

"This is Matou Kariya, my childhood playmate and my childhood sweetheart."

"Of course, in my eyes, he is more like a younger brother who needs to be taken care of."

"I'm sorry that he behaved so rudely towards you. I apologize to you on his behalf..."

So I am just a younger brother in your eyes? Aoi!!

Hearing Aoi introduce herself in this way, Kariya felt a pain in his heart, but he didn't know how to refute. He could only secretly clench his fists and let his nails dig deeply into the flesh.

His body was as stiff as a tree in the park, and Kariya's heart was filled with a feeling of powerlessness and loneliness.

Aoi's attitude towards Kariya has not changed at all from her teenage years to her marriage, even after she became a mother.

She was three years older than him, and they grew up together like real siblings. She always treated Kariya with a gentle and intimate attitude, never got angry with him, and always gently accepted everything he did.

In Aoi's opinion, it is natural for an older sister to take care of her younger brother.

In the eight years since their marriage, Aoi and Kariya have met privately countless times.

But in such a long time, the relationship between the two did not improve at all.

Kariya changed his mind and realized that Aoi was now a married woman. Apart from the feelings of a sister and a brother, what other special feelings could she have for him?

This fact made Kariya feel heartbroken, and at the same time, he felt helpless about his own incompetence.

Kariya has feelings for Aoi, but he never thinks that the feeling in his heart is that of a brother and sister.

He loves Aoi, but Aoi doesn't know it!

Kariya felt that if Aoi knew, she would definitely not say such a thing!

Thinking of this, Kariya’s thoughts wandered.

If it weren't for that incident, his relationship with Aoi might have been different!

In an instant, Kariya felt that his thoughts were like a river, slowly flowing back to the past.

I remember that eight years ago, he personally questioned the woman into whom he had poured all his affection.

The anger was like a tiny spider thread, hidden in his words and almost unnoticeable.

He said that in that tone.

"Is this really okay?"

He clearly remembered that it was a night as quiet as a deep sleep, the night before she was about to be named "Tousaka".

Kariya would never be able to forget her expression at that time.

The confusion and apology on her face were like the twinkling stars in the night sky, looming; and her slightly blushing cheeks, like a newly blooming bud, smiled shyly, and then nodded gently at him.

It was this expression that, like a heavy hammer, completely crushed Kariya.

"I've prepared myself mentally... It's a mistake to try to pursue the happiness of an ordinary family..."

On that day eight years ago, when she accepted the young magician's proposal, she showed an expression that showed she believed she would be happy.

It was because he trusted her smile that Kariya accepted failure calmly.

Perhaps, only the man who is about to marry Aoi can give her a happy life.

However, Kariya also occasionally thought about this in his heart.

If I had stopped Aoi and tried to keep her on that day eight years ago, would the future be completely different from the current one?

Will Aoi stay by his side and live an ordinary and happy life with him?

The chaotic thoughts were gradually driven away, and Kariya came back to his senses from his fantasy, focusing all his attention on the gentle and slender woman in front of him.

Seeing that Tatsumi did not have an outburst, but simply accepted Kariya's presence with a calm expression, Aoi couldn't help but feel relieved.

Aoi's gaze gently drifted towards Yanye who was standing beside her. A gentle expression gradually appeared between her brows, as if she was greeting an old friend, speaking as softly as a spring breeze.

"It's been three months since we last met. This business trip took a long time, Kariya..."

Yan Ye listened silently, his lips moved slightly, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he chose to remain silent.

After a second, he nodded with mixed feelings and responded in a low voice: "...Well, we haven't seen each other for three months, Aoi..."

His eyes were a little wandering, and he never dared to look directly into Aoi's gentle smile.

Every night, when Yan Ye fell asleep, her beautiful smile would always appear in his dreams, making him intoxicated and unable to extricate himself.

However, when she actually stood in front of him, he suddenly lost the courage to face her.

Perhaps, just like the past eight years, in the days to come, he will never be able to gaze at her smile calmly.

The way Kariya lowered his head looked like a child who had done something wrong and was about to be criticized by his parents. This made Aoi's eyes become a little gentler.

However, when I think of Kariya’s real name.

When Aoi heard the name "Matou", her expression became complicated again.

Seeing that Aoi remained silent, Kariya didn't know what to do.

Every time he saw this person he would retreat like the tide.

Because of this, every time they met and exchanged pleasantries, he would always be like a headless fly, not knowing what topic to continue the conversation. Every time, there would be a subtle blank in the atmosphere between the two of them.

As if she had noticed Kariya’s embarrassment, Aoi took the initiative to speak.

“Kariya… a lot of things have happened recently… it might be difficult to explain them all at once…”

"It's okay! Aoi, please finish your words carefully! I will listen to everything!!"

Kariya raised his head and spoke loudly, causing the two people's eyes to cross in the air.

Seeing Aoi's slightly empty eyes, Kariya felt a pain in his heart, and his tone became tense without him noticing.

After hearing what Kariya said, Aoi first glanced at Sakura beside her, then raised her head and glanced at Tatsumi beside her.

Seeing that Aoi seemed to have no opinion, Tatsumi nodded slightly and then gave her an encouraging smile.

In an instant, the uneasiness in her heart slowly dissipated, and feeling her heart gradually calming down, Aoi showed a grateful expression to the boy in front of her.

She did not say thank you, but stroked her chest gently with her hand and turned to Kariya, who had an expectant expression on his face.

"The story begins ten days ago..."

"That day... Mr. Matou came to visit..."

"Matou no Osamu...Matou Zouken?!!"

"What does that guy want from the Tohsaka family?!"

Before Aoi could finish her words, Kariya showed a look of astonishment and interrupted her eagerly.

He must be very clear about who the old man of the Matou family is. Moreover, in the Matou family, the only old man who can be called old man is that immortal old man.

"..."

Aoi was silent for a moment, suppressing her fluctuating emotions, and spoke slowly under Kariya's gaze.