Although Yuji, Megumi Fushiguro, and Nobara were also waiting with them, they had already experienced the rigors of training. Their feelings toward their seniors were therefore more sympathetic than anxious.
Yuji whispered, "Did Sol forget about us?"
Megumi Fushiguro sighed. "It's very possible. For him, this probably isn't something he needs to remember specifically."
Nobara lowered her gaze, her eyes filled with longing. "I really want to practice my hammer techniques again... How about we go down first?"
Child Emperor, who was working on his homework, watched the scene and helplessly shrugged. Without Sol's permission, he had no authority to make any arrangements. The thoughts and routines of this divine being were simply beyond his ability to understand, let alone interfere with.
Time slowly passed as they waited.
Just as everyone had grown numb from the seemingly endless wait, the door to the observation room slid open.
Sol appeared in the doorway.
He had already changed into simple casual clothes. His hair was still slightly damp, as though he had just taken a shower, and his expression remained as composed as ever.
Tatsumaki floated beside him, the rainbow jellyfish doll held securely in her arms. Her emerald eyes swept across the anxious people in the room before she let out a soft hum.
"Yo, Sol~ Finally woke up?" Gojo Satoru was the first to greet him. His tone was relaxed, as though he had only been waiting for a few minutes.
"Sol!" Yuji immediately jumped to his feet, practically like a hungry puppy, his feet tapping impatiently against the floor.
Yuta Okkotsu and the others also rose at once, their gazes fixed eagerly on Sol.
Sol's eyes swept across the room, briefly stopping on the unfamiliar faces of Yuta, Nanami, and the others.
A flicker of realization appeared in his eyes as he began piecing together the memories from the previous night.
Scattered images surfaced in his mind. Metal Bat's boisterous suggestion, followed by his own casual decision to tear open space and bring over the Jujutsu Sorcerers who had arrived carrying both hostility and concern.
So that's how it happened.
To Sol, it was about as significant as accidentally bringing a neighbor's cat home. There had been no malicious intent, but he hadn't exactly cared much about the consequences either.
"You all," Sol said, his voice calm and unhurried as he addressed Yuta and the others. "You can go back."
He raised a hand. His fingertips moved slightly as an invisible spatial fluctuation began gathering around him, preparing to send the unexpected visitors back to Jujutsu High.
"Please wait!"
Yuta abruptly stepped forward, his voice urgent but firm.
He couldn't simply return like this. Gojo Satoru was still here, and Itadori and the others had clearly undergone tremendous growth. An opportunity like this could not be wasted.
Sol's movement stopped, and he looked at him.
Nanami immediately stepped forward as well, taking his place beside Yuta. He calmly pushed up his glasses before speaking.
"Mr. Sol, after understanding the situation, we now realize this was a misunderstanding."
"We are not here to assign blame or provoke anyone." His tone remained as professional and restrained as possible, although his clenched fists betrayed his nervousness.
Maki Zen'in, Panda, and Toge Inumaki also stepped forward. The hostility they had initially displayed was gone, replaced by a powerful desire and determination.
They had personally witnessed the strength of this world. They had felt the suffocating difference in power, as well as the tangible opportunity to grow stronger.
Gojo Satoru stood with his arms crossed, smiling as he watched his students. He did not interfere, and he seemed quite pleased with their determination.
Itadori Yuji couldn't help shouting, "Sol, please let Yuta and the others stay and train too! They're very strong, and they definitely won't cause any trouble!"
Megumi Fushiguro and Nobara also nodded vigorously, making their support clear.
Tatsumaki floated nearby without saying a word.
Sol looked at the group of young Jujutsu Sorcerers standing before him, their eyes burning with determination. He then glanced at Gojo Satoru, who was watching the scene with a cheerful smile.
Sol had wanted to send them away, but they wanted to stay and "study abroad."
"Reason," Sol said simply.
Yuta took a deep breath and, as their representative, spoke clearly.
"We have personally witnessed the growth of Yuji, Megumi Fushiguro, Nobara, and Gojo Satoru in this world!"
"The strong individuals, training methods, and intensity of combat here are incomparable to those in our own world!"
"As Jujutsu Sorcerers, pursuing greater strength so that we can confront threats is our mission! We sincerely request the opportunity to train here for a period of time. Please!"
His voice carried both sincerity and determination.
Nanami added, "We will strictly follow all the rules of this world, accept whatever arrangements are made, and never cause trouble without reason."
That was his guarantee as an adult.
Maki spoke bluntly. "I want to become stronger! There are stronger opponents here!"
Her eyes were sharp and unwavering.
Toge pulled down his collar. "Salmon! Mentaiko!"
Panda thumped his chest. "We want to become as strong as Itadori and the others too!"
Their attitudes were firm, their eyes sincere. Their desire to become stronger was laid bare before Sol.
Sol watched them silently.
To him, a few more people or a few fewer made little difference. This world was already under his control. Allowing several more people to train here was no different from tossing a few extra pebbles into a pond.
The reason he had wanted to send them back was simply that he found the situation troublesome. His actions the previous night had also disrupted the order between the two worlds to some extent.
But now that they were actively asking to stay, perhaps allowing them to remain would save him some unnecessary trouble.
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