Anime Crossover: My Cheat Code is Myself

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While marksmanship, swordsmanship, and even fist techniques may all lead to the same goal, there are still significant differences in the use of hard weapons and soft weapons, making it almost impossible to learn from each other.

After all, no matter how skilled you are with your swordsmanship, you can't use a steel blade to perform actions like binding or entanglement.

But when it comes to coaxing a girl, you naturally have to go along with her and offer plenty of encouragement.

Moreover, although Xia Yan was eager to go home to be with his wife, he still had time for a competition.

"Is that so! If this can help Xia Yanjun, that would be wonderful. In that case, please guide me!"

Upon hearing that her Love Breathing technique could help Natsuhiko, Kanroji Mitsuri's smile became even brighter.

But the next moment, she adjusted her mindset, her eyes full of seriousness.

He adopted a starting stance that was completely different from the conventional kendo structure, and his entire demeanor changed, transforming from his previous innocent and cute appearance into a shrewd and capable one.

Clearly, Mitsuri Kanroji's becoming a Love Pillar wasn't just due to good luck.

Perhaps intending for the two pillars to spar and experience the feel of the new weapon, Village Chief Tiezhen chose a very spacious spot.

This saved the two of them the trouble of finding a new place to practice.

As witnesses to this clash between the Demon Slayer Corps' top fighters, Hotaru Haganezuka and Tetsujin Tetsuji Kawara both stared intently at the two, afraid of missing a crucial moment in the match.

"Xia Yanjun, don't we need to set up a framework?"

In the middle of the arena, looking at Xia Yan who was holding a knife in one hand and acting casually, Kanroji Mitsuri kindly reminded him.

Although she knew she was definitely not as good as Xia Yan, she didn't want to let him fool her so easily.

"Hmm, that's a familiar problem. Someone said the same thing when I first got my Nichirin Blade..."

"Don't worry, I'm not going easy on you. For me, I can swing my sword freely from any angle and always exert maximum force. So-called structure will only make people aware of my intentions, and will instead be a hindrance."

Thinking back to the time when he sparred with Kanae, who was still a Flower Pillar, Natsuhiko's lips curled up slightly, revealing a hint of nostalgia.

"Is that so? Then I won't stand on ceremony! But I'm a little curious, who brought up this question? Could you tell me after the sparring session is over, Xia Yan-jun?"

"I can tell you now. The person who asked this question was the previous Flower Pillar, who is now my wife."

"Eh?"

Kanroji Mitsuri's eyes suddenly turned into beady eyes.

The person who asked this question is now Xia Yanjun's wife.

I just asked that question again, so doesn't that mean...?

"Eh—!?"

Kanroji Mitsuri cried out in surprise, her face turning bright red with embarrassment, and wisps of steam could be faintly seen on her head.

It looks as appealing as a ripe tomato.

Chapter 412 Sparring with Love Pillar

"There is a flaw!"

Taking advantage of the moment when Kanroji Mitsuri was shy and distracted, Natsuhiko suddenly launched an attack.

Boom boom boom——

If the Flame Breathing technique concentrates power in the lower body, thus appearing grand and imposing, then the footwork accompanying the Storm Breathing technique gives a sense of violent explosion, almost like a hurricane howling through the air.

Even just running can generate a loud roar.

The Breath of Storms, which has absorbed all the advantages of the Breath of Lightning, surpasses it in speed.

In an instant, Xia Yan appeared in front of Mi Li, leaving her no time to react as she was still caught up in Xia Yan's teasing words.

Looking at Miri, who was still in a daze, Xia Yan, who was about to swing his sword, simply flicked her forehead lightly.

"Well--!"

"How despicable, Xia Yanjun!"

Mili covered her forehead and took a half step back, her face puffed up with tears in her eyes, looking a little aggrieved.

"Idiot, you're just too easily influenced by other information!"

"But, but..." After hearing Xia Yan's words, Mi Li hesitated for a long time, but only blushed and said nothing, her eyes almost overflowing with resentment. "Anyway, it's all Xia Yan-kun's fault! Saying such things that would cause misunderstandings!"

"Alright, that doesn't count, let's start again." Xia Yan shrugged helplessly. After all, she was his future wife, so naturally he had to spoil her a bit. "But, Mitsuri, remember not to let anything distract you from your determination to swing your sword during battle!"

"I've got it! This time it's my turn to attack first!"

Before she could finish speaking, Kanroji Mitsuri had already swung her Nichirin Blade, which resembled a whip, and launched a preemptive attack as if in retaliation.

"The Breath of Love·One Type·The Trembling of First Love!"

Perhaps it was because Mitsuri herself longed for love that she gave such a sweet name to a sword move.

What does it feel like to experience the thrill of first love?

That's the feeling of your heart racing, like the butterflies in your stomach during a first date or the first time you hold hands.

But a sword is a weapon, and swordsmanship is a technique for killing. No matter how beautiful the language used to disguise it, that is still the truth.

For the enemy, what they might feel is not the thrill of first love, but the thrill of walking on a knife's edge.

This phenomenon of mistaking the abnormal heartbeat caused by being in danger for the feeling of being in love is similar to the suspension bridge effect.

Perhaps because it was designed according to Mitsuri's requirements and characteristics, even though it was the first time using this weapon, there was no sense of sluggishness at all.

Mitsuri's movements didn't resemble swordsmanship; instead, they were like a dance, full of supple beauty.

Using the flexibility of his entire body, he wielded the sword with the force of a whip.

However, while the power of a whip is great, it is only concentrated in a small area, whereas a sword is not a whip. It has a sharp edge, and even the back end has enough killing power.

"Heh, interesting!" Xia Yan's lips curled up slightly, and at the same time, his blood vessels and veins bulged out.

With the Byakugan's enhancement, she easily discovered every point of force exertion of the whip-like Nichirin Blade and effortlessly destroyed it, causing Mitsuri's attacks to falter.

To be honest, this was the first time he had ever faced such a unique weapon and attack method.

If the swordsmen she had faced in the past were like martial artists of various styles, then Mitsuri's attack style was more like Jackie Chan breaking into a furniture store.

Although it gives people a messy feeling, it is surprisingly practical.

Even without the enhancement of sword energy, it can still unleash a wide-area, multi-stage attack by relying on the characteristics of the weapon itself.

Although its power is average, it is very troublesome.

Without visual enhancements like the Byakugan and the Transparent World, even Xia Yan would probably have to resort to large-scale attacks to counteract it.

"Don't be shy, show me as much as you can, Mitsuri, let me see what other surprises you have in store for me!"

"Okay! I'm coming, Xia Yanjun!"

Before she could finish speaking, Kanroji Mitsuri launched another offensive, clearly having taken Xia Yan's words to heart.

Although Xia Yan seemingly casually swung his sword and completely neutralized her sword strike, Mi Li, who was already mentally prepared, was not discouraged at all, and even felt a sense of pride.

The hand wielding the sword became even more powerful.

Due to psychological issues, Mitsuri always felt that it was strange for a girl to have such a strange strength. Even though she became a Pillar, she would unconsciously restrain a lot of her power when she wielded her sword.

Now, encouraged by Xia Yan, a sweet and joyful feeling of being recognized arises spontaneously, which coincides with the requirements of the Breath of Love.

For the first time, she launched an attack with all her might.

"Love Breathing - Second Form - Regretful Lingering Love!"

Since it was a sparring match with her partner, Kanroji Mitsuri announced the name of her move beforehand as she attacked, which served as a reminder.

Despite the fact that her Nichirin Blade seemed more suited for mid-range combat, Kanroji Mitsuri deliberately closed the distance and charged towards Natsuhiko.

Her body moved with a variety of fancy and elaborate movements, as if she were performing gymnastics.

Although it seemed a bit too flashy and impractical in Xia Yan's eyes, only those who have opened the Transparent World can possess such powerful perception abilities, so others are easily misled by her actions.

Instead of taking advantage of her weapon's length, Kanroji Mitsuri used it to increase her attack frequency.

The blade swayed like flowing water, like a ribbon waved by a gymnast.

Using the winding, rotating blade, he completely surrounded Xia Yan, launching more than ten slashes from various angles simultaneously.

This deceptive swordsmanship is just like the emotional fluctuations of being in love.

They feel happy or disappointed depending on the other person's emotions. They get excited when they see the other person and feel lonely when they don't see them. They are anxious and unpredictable.

It truly lived up to its reputation as a frustrating romance!

"good."

Faced with more than ten fierce attacks coming at the same time, Xia Yan only slightly raised the corners of his mouth, still neither dodging nor avoiding, and his long sword also returned with fierce slashes.

He was able to achieve an effect comparable to a breathing technique sword strike by relying on his physical qualities and superb swordsmanship a few years ago, so it is naturally easier and more comfortable for him now.

Chapter 413 A Pot Rolled Over from the East

Ding-dong-dong-dong-dong-dong-dong-dong

Perhaps due to the unique forging materials and techniques, even though the swords were clashing, Mitsuri's Nichirin Blade produced distinct and clear sounds.

The more than ten crisp collision sounds overlapped, yet they sounded as clear and pleasant as percussion instruments.

Numerous sparks erupted from the collision, vaguely forming the shape of a heart, and an inexplicable sweet, romantic atmosphere filled the air.

This left the Iron Mound and the village chief, Iron Treasure, who were watching from the sidelines, looking at each other in bewilderment.

The sparring between the two didn't feel like a fight at all; it was more like flirting, making them feel like their presence was somewhat superfluous.

"Wow! That's amazing, Xia Yan! You didn't even use any sword techniques, yet you easily neutralized all my attacks!"

It was clearly a compliment, but it sounded more like she was being coquettish.

After practicing all six of her self-created sword techniques of Love Breathing, Mitsuri stopped on her own initiative.

After all, her purpose was only to test the applicability of this Nichirin Blade, not to actually determine a winner with Xia Yan.

"Mitsuri's moves are also refreshing to me. Not only are they powerful, but the movements are also very pleasing to the eye."

As he spoke, Xia Yan was admiring the pair of silky smooth legs beneath Ganlu Temple's Miri skirt.