Gojo Satoru opened his mouth and asked, "So what's the situation now? Hold this for me. And just so you know, it's not a souvenir. I plan to eat it on the Shinkansen when we head back."
As he spoke, he handed the Kikufuku in his hand to Fushiguro Shin.
Shin did not want to miss this kind of opportunity, one that could change the plot and earn experience, so he tossed it backward to Fushiguro Megumi and explained,
"That person swallowed a Special Grade Cursed Object. He's clearly being controlled by it now."
"That's why you judged that he needed to be exorcised. Right? By the way, when did you master Black Flash?"
"… "
Faced with Gojo Satoru's question, Shin chose silence.
Gojo Satoru did not press further. He simply smiled faintly.
"It seems you haven't wasted any time. You've been working hard to grow stronger so you can defeat me."
Shin corrected him calmly. "Not defeat. Kill."
Gojo Satoru casually twisted his neck. "It doesn't matter. You still can't do it. Just relax and be a Jujutsu Sorcerer."
From Gojo Satoru's perspective, Fushiguro Shin was fully qualified to be a Jujutsu Sorcerer, aside from the killing intent he carried because of his father's death.
Whether on missions or interacting with others at Tokyo Jujutsu High, he had not shown his father's antisocial tendencies. On the contrary, he was quite well liked.
Itadori, who had finally regained control of his body, climbed up from the ruins.
He raised both hands and shouted, "Wait! I've already suppressed that guy!"
Shin frowned slightly, surprised that Itadori had regained control so quickly.
Gojo Satoru suddenly appeared in front of Itadori and carefully sensed the aura around him.
"How interesting. It seems they really have merged."
As he spoke, Gojo Satoru tapped Itadori on the forehead. Itadori immediately lost consciousness and collapsed.
"What did you do?" Fushiguro Megumi asked as he looked at Itadori in Gojo Satoru's arms.
"Nothing much," Gojo replied. "I just made him pass out.
If he wakes up and Sukuna hasn't taken over again, he might be able to function as a Vessel."
Shin understood that Gojo had already recognized Itadori's potential as a Vessel. Changing his mind would be difficult.
He had lost the opportunity to weaken one of Sukuna's Fingers.
Even so, Shin tried one more time, clearly stating the risk.
"No matter what, he could lose control at any moment. That means we risk facing a Special Grade anytime. From that perspective, there's no reason to keep him alive. According to Jujutsu regulations, he should be executed."
Gojo Satoru did not refute him. He simply asked calmly,
"That's true. So what do you suggest we do?"
Fushiguro Megumi naturally understood the situation, but Itadori's actions during the previous battle were still vivid in his mind.
A conflicted expression appeared on his face.
"I know all that. But I still hope he doesn't have to die."
"Since my adorable student has asked me, I'll handle the rest."
As he spoke, Gojo Satoru looked at Shin. The meaning was obvious. It was time for him to comply.
Shin sighed and reluctantly accepted the outcome.
It was his younger brother's request. He had nothing more to say.
At present, Sukuna only possessed the power of one finger. There was still a long time before future events unfolded, which gave Shin enough time to prepare.
In truth, Shin was conflicted about whether to allow the Shibuya Incident to occur.
If it happened, it would be a huge opportunity to alter destiny, gain experience, and rapidly increase his strength.
If he prevented it, most people would survive, allowing him to develop steadily over the long term. He would decide step by step.
Megumi spoke softly, "Sorry, Big Bro…"
Shin ruffled his hair. "What are you apologizing for? It's fine as long as you're safe. Hurry and treat your wounds."
…
Name: Fushiguro Shin
Race: Human
Title: Grade 3 Sorcerer
Physique: Semi-First Grade (8000/10000)
Perception: Second Grade (100/5000)
Cursed Energy: Third Grade (480/500)
Mastered Abilities:
Black Flash: Third Grade (350/500)
Reverse Heavenly Restriction: Special Grade (-/-)
Upgrades to Two-Way Heavenly Restriction. Lasts ten seconds per one hundred experience points.
Divergent Fist: Third Grade (250/500)
Cursed Technique:
???? Unlocks when Cursed Energy reaches Semi-First Grade.
Domain:
■■■■ Unlocks alongside Cursed Energy.
Ability grades are divided into Fourth Grade, Third Grade, Semi-Second Grade, Second Grade, Semi-First Grade, First Grade, Special Grade, and Super Special Grade.
↓ Click to expand the character affinity interface.
Shin intentionally suppressed his Cursed Energy stat.
If he raised it openly, others would inevitably notice.
After all, he was not the only person at Tokyo Jujutsu High with a Heavenly Restriction. Maintaining high Cursed Energy while also possessing overwhelming physical strength would attract suspicion.
Moreover, once he activates Two-Way Heavenly Restriction, he can temporarily raise his Cursed Energy to Semi-First Grade, matching his physical level.
For this reason, Shin was not considering raising his Cursed Energy for now. Although awakening a Cursed Technique would significantly increase his combat ability, maximizing the advantages of Two-Way Heavenly Restriction was currently the most efficient choice.
The secret that he could unleash a short burst of Cursed Energy was known only to Gojo Satoru and Fushiguro Megumi.
In the eyes of everyone else at Tokyo Jujutsu High, Shin was simply an existence similar to Maki Zenin.
He saw Itadori again after Itadori had spoken privately with Gojo Satoru and swallowed a second Sukuna Finger.
As the two brothers walked down the road, Megumi suddenly asked,
"Why did you show such intense killing intent toward Itadori, Big Bro? In my memory, you aren't like that. I've never seen you act that way on previous missions."
At that moment, they ran into Itadori, who was speaking to Gojo Satoru.
"I'll eat all of Sukuna's Fingers. After that, whatever happens to me doesn't matter."
"I've already decided how I'm going to die."
Itadori turned his head and saw the two brothers walking toward him.
The moment he saw Shin and remembered the attack that had nearly killed him, his body trembled involuntarily.
Shin considered that since eliminating him was no longer an option, the optimal solution now was to increase their affinity.
He sighed lightly and said,
"I don't have any prejudice against you. My intent to kill was directed only at the dangerous thing inside your body."
[Itadori Affinity +1. Gained 100 experience points.]
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