Standing to the side, Shinobu Kocho wanted to remind Xia Feng that this wasn't a simple external injury.
Bone fractures—especially comminuted fractures—often left severe long-term complications.
But when she thought about Xia Feng's miraculous healing ability, she held back.
Someone capable of such incredible treatment surely understood these things better than anyone.
Meanwhile, Kanao Tsuyuri blushed slightly.
As expected of Xia Feng.
Even the chief of the swordsmiths treated him with such respect.
As for the two Hidden guides who had carried them there, they were completely stunned.
They had thought they were simply transporting an ordinary member of the Corps.
Who would have imagined they had been carrying someone this important?
Under everyone's gaze, Xia Feng rubbed his chin.
Looking thoughtful, he said,
"I didn't realize my reputation had grown this big."
The swordsmiths behind the chief exchanged strange looks.
Was this guy really a miracle doctor?
Why did he feel… kind of punchable?
"Anyway, take me to see the patient first," Xia Feng said.
The chief immediately agreed and led them to a large house nearby.
Inside one of the inner rooms, a man sat on a bed.
One of his arms was wrapped in plaster and hung from his neck in a sling.
His face was filled with anxiety.
When he saw the group enter, he looked confused.
"Village Chief, this is…?"
The chief raised a hand and pointed beside him.
"Kanamori! This is Xia Feng, the miracle doctor from the Butterfly Estate. I invited him to take a look at your arm!"
Hearing the name Xia Feng, Kanamori froze for a moment.
Because of his injury, he had already heard about the famous healer from the Butterfly Estate.
But…
This man was so young?
Could someone like him really treat broken bones?
Doubt crept into his mind.
Still, he had no other options now.
So he nodded.
"Alright. I understand."
He reached for his arm, preparing to remove the bandages.
Xia Feng shook his head.
"No need to take it off."
He walked over and placed his hand on the plaster cast.
In an instant, he understood the full condition of the injury.
It really was a comminuted fracture.
For an ordinary person—without modern medical treatment—the arm would basically be ruined.
But Kanamori truly lived up to his reputation as a swordsmith.
His physical strength had allowed the arm to be preserved.
With Xia Feng's healing ability, it would take about two days of treatment to fully recover.
Village Chief Tecchin Tecchikawahara stared intently at Xia Feng, afraid he might deliver terrible news.
Shinobu secretly held her breath.
She feared Xia Feng might casually say something like—
"Hopeless. Just wait to die."
If that happened, she might have to grab two people and run for their lives today.
Fortunately, Xia Feng withdrew his hand and spoke calmly.
"The injury is complicated… but it can be healed."
The swordsmiths immediately relaxed and began celebrating.
Just as the chief was about to speak, Xia Feng raised a hand to stop him.
"Don't celebrate yet."
"My healing ability comes from a special breathing technique. While the results are excellent, the consumption is extremely high."
"With Kanamori's condition, it will take about one week of treatment—and that's with enormous effort."
When the chief heard the first part, he felt nervous.
But when he heard the second part, he nearly laughed.
One week?
Only one week?!
Even if it took five months, he would accept it if Kanamori—one of the village's most talented young swordsmiths—could recover completely.
He quickly waved his hands.
"No problem! No need to push yourself too hard!"
After thinking for a moment, he added,
"Such a high consumption is understandable. Our Swordsmith Village is willing to provide resources to help you recover!"
Xia Feng smiled.
As expected of the village chief.
He had instantly understood Xia Feng's intentions.
Xia Feng raised two fingers.
"My conditions are simple. Only two."
"First—prepare the best Scarlet Crimson Iron Sand and Scarlet Crimson Ore for me."
"And lend me a swordsmith workshop with a reliable assistant."
The chief looked puzzled.
"That's not a problem… but what do you need those for? Those are materials only swordsmiths use."
"If you want a sword, we can simply forge one for you. As a doctor of the Butterfly Estate, helping you wouldn't violate our agreement with the Demon Slayer Corps."
Xia Feng shook his head.
"I just need the materials."
"As for the second condition…"
"I've heard a legend that the Swordsmith Village possesses an ancient relic used to train swordsmanship."
"I'd like to see it."
The chief froze.
The other swordsmiths suddenly looked up at the sky as if they had nothing to do with the conversation.
Shinobu felt confused.
She had also heard rumors about that legend among the veteran members of the Corps.
But she had always assumed it was just a myth.
Seeing the chief's reaction…
Could it actually be real?
Under Xia Feng's gaze, the chief gritted his teeth.
"The ancient relic you mentioned does exist."
"It's a mechanical sword-fighting puppet."
"It can perform fragments of the sword techniques from Sun Breathing!"
When Shinobu heard the words Sun Breathing, her mouth fell open slightly.
The impact of those words was enormous.
Within the Demon Slayer Corps, many breathing styles existed—
Water Breathing.
Thunder Breathing.
Stone Breathing.
All of them were derived from the original form—
Sun Breathing.
She had never imagined that even a fragment of Sun Breathing still existed.
Even if incomplete…
Even if it lacked the breathing technique itself and only contained the sword forms—
It was still an incredibly valuable treasure.
The chief continued,
"However, the puppet's craftsmanship is far beyond anything we can repair today."
"After repeated use, it's already heavily damaged. If it's attacked again, it might break completely."
Xia Feng immediately said,
"Don't worry. I'll control my strength. I won't damage it."
The chief thought for a moment.
Then he nodded.
"Very well. I agree."
Xia Feng smiled with satisfaction.
To reassure the swordsmiths, he returned to Kanamori's side and placed his hand on the injured arm again.
He took a deep breath, pretending to gather his strength.
White light slowly appeared in his palm.
As the glow intensified, Xia Feng's expression became serious, as if he were consuming tremendous energy.
The "treatment" lasted five full minutes.
Afterward, Xia Feng's face turned slightly pale as he withdrew his hand.
"The first treatment is finished."
"How does it feel?"
Everyone in the room held their breath and looked toward Kanamori.
Kanamori slowly moved his arm.
Then his eyes widened with excitement.
"It's really better… it's really better!"
He looked at Xia Feng with overwhelming gratitude.
"Thank you! Thank you so much, Xia Feng! Thank you!"
His face was flushed with excitement, barely able to contain his joy.
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