Memories of Flame: Rengoku Kyojuro's Path to Secret Techniques

Rengoku Kyojiro, a swordsman on the verge of his final trial to become a Pillar, harbors one secret: his hidden feelings for his senior, Aoba, with whom he trains. Their last mission before the exam takes them to a village reeking of multiple demons—more than usual. Fighting alongside Aoba fills Kyojiro with a quiet joy amidst his nerves. The demons attacking the village are far more numerous and powerful than anticipated. Though they fight in sync, the relentless onslaught begins to overwhelm