Alright, let's take a break for now.
As Gojo Satoru was caught off guard by Mei Mei once again and sent flying with a shoulder throw, Mei Mei announced to the group.
Mei Mei-san, I'm not that tired yet. Could we practice a little longer? Genji said to Mei Mei.
Oh? Mei Mei looked at Genji, but didn't refuse. Instead, she took her starting stance and then began sparring with Genji, who charged at her.
...
After the training ended, the group sat in a circle on the ground. Mei Mei looked at them as they took turns receiving treatment from Shoko, and said with a smile:
Today is the last day I'll be teaching you. Over the past two weeks, everyone has made significant progress, especially Genji-kun. As she spoke, Mei Mei looked at Genji and praised him.
It had been over a week since the battle against The Gun Cursed Spirit. During this past week, it was as if Genji had let go of some burden; not only was he more active in training, but his rate of progress was the fastest among them all.
Previously, although he could spar with Mei Mei, he would lose after holding out for a while. But now, he could stand his ground against Mei Mei for a long time, and had even managed to suppress her just a moment ago.
The next time we meet should be at the Exchange Event. See you then. After saying this, Mei Mei left the training ground.
Oh, right, Gojo-kun, don't forget the proposal I mentioned to you earlier. Mei Mei suddenly turned back and said to Gojo Satoru.
Huh? Oh! I know, Clearly, Gojo Satoru hadn't remembered what Mei Mei was talking about at first, but after thinking for a moment, he finally recalled it and quickly replied.
Glancing at the clearly unreliable Gojo Satoru, Mei Mei didn't say anything more and turned to leave Jujutsu High.
Genji, you've been training very actively lately. Shoko asked Genji, who was sitting next to her: Is there a reason for that?
It's nothing, I just felt that I still had many shortcomings after that battle over a week ago. Genji replied to Shoko with his usual smile.
Hmm, if you have any problems, you can come to me anytime. o(^▽^)o
I know, you've said that before. I'm not alone, right? Although Genji seemed fine, Shoko always felt that something about him had changed, though she couldn't say if it was for the better or the worse.
Meanwhile, Gojo Satoru, who was drawing a turtle on the face of Geto Suguru—who was unable to move after being thrown three times by Mei Mei—couldn't help but let his thoughts drift back to that night 10 days ago after hearing their conversation.
10 days ago, on the night of the second day after the battle against The Gun Cursed Spirit, Gojo Satoru, rubbing his waist that had almost been broken by Mei Mei, found Genji.
Genji, wait a second. I have something to tell you.
What's wrong, Satoru? Genji looked at Satoru curiously, and when his gaze shifted to the waist Gojo Satoru was rubbing, a look of sudden realization appeared on his face.
Are you looking for a pain relief patch? Indeed, it's a bit embarrassing to go to Shoko for treatment for this kind of issue. Wait a moment, I should have a few stashed away.
? What on earth are you talking about? Genji's reaction made Gojo Satoru feel a bit strange. Looking at Genji, who seemed to be searching for something, Gojo Satoru asked.
Look, I understand that a young master from a family like yours has a pretty rich nightlife, but you should still pay attention to rest and balance work with leisure.
Genji said in a lowered voice to Gojo Satoru, while handing over a few patches.
Ha! What are you talking about! Finally realizing what Genji meant, Gojo Satoru said, feeling a mix of embarrassment and anger.
I'm very disciplined, you know? I'm still a virgin... What on earth am I saying! Seeing Gojo Satoru's reaction, Genji also realized the fact that the two of them hadn't been on the same page at all.
Awkwardly putting away the patches, Genji then asked: Then what did you actually want to say? To come and find me alone like this.
It's about that Cursed Spirit. Gojo Satoru paused, seemingly considering how to bring it up.
Before you took care of it, I observed it using the maximum power of the Six Eyes. Judging from the feedback the Six Eyes received, the one you defeated yesterday seems to have been something like a clone.
I know.
So don't be too discouraged, sooner or later we will... Wait, you said you know? Genji's calm reaction and words left Gojo Satoru stunned in place.
How did you discover it? I had to crank my Six Eyes to maximum power to notice it. Gojo Satoru asked, somewhat shocked.
It's not really that I discovered anything, just intuition, intuition. The feeling that Cursed Spirit gave off was quite different compared to what I saw 10 years ago.
Genji paused, then continued: I originally thought it was just a Cursed Spirit masquerading as a gun, but after actually fighting it, I dismissed that idea. Then there was only one answer left—something like a clone or a Shikigami.
Listening to Genji's analysis, Gojo Satoru was somewhat surprised by Genji's calm attitude at that moment.
My thoughts haven't changed even now; I still hate that bastard. But Shoko was right about one thing, Genji said, smiling at his best friend in front of him: I'm not alone. I have all of you by my side to help me, don't I?
Gojo Satoru looked at the bright smile on Genji's face and, for the first time ever, felt a bit shy.
Well, if you want me to help you next time, you'll need to help me line up to buy the limited edition cream daifuku from Kikufuku.
No problem, as long as it doesn't kill me, I'll buy as many as you want. Genji replied, feeling both amused and helpless.
Back to the present, he looked at Genji, who was chatting with Shoko, and smiled.
Satoru, what's wrong? Geto Suguru, on the ground, asked curiously after seeing this scene.
Nothing, just had a sudden thought.
As long as you're fine. I thought something happened when I saw you suddenly smiling so disgustingly. Even though he couldn't move on the ground, Geto Suguru didn't forget to tease Gojo Satoru.
Since you're fine, could you please ask Shoko to stop chatting with Genji and come over to treat me first? I don't think I can feel my legs anymore.
Gojo Satoru didn't mind Geto Suguru's teasing from just now.
No problem, but it's not great to disturb them right now. Since you can still talk, it's not a big problem, so waiting a little longer is fine. Gojo wore a somewhat cheeky smile. Of course, he wasn't taking revenge; he just couldn't bear to disturb his classmates who were getting along so well.
Wait, it's obviously more important on my end, Satoru! Don't drag me, Genji, Shoko, help!
What are those two up to again? Watching the two noisy people in the distance, Shoko was a bit puzzled. Clearly, she had forgotten that she hadn't treated Geto Suguru yet.
Don't know. Probably just messing around like always. Genji scratched his head, clearly also having forgotten that Classmate Geto hadn't been treated.
Just like that, the group spent another peaceful day bickering and fooling around.
At the same time, in Yaga's office.
The Tokyo Jujutsu High Principal was sitting opposite Yaga, holding a document that read Regarding the Kyoto and Tokyo Jujutsu High School Exchange Event.
Yaga, the Principal said to Yaga, You will lead the team for this year's Exchange Event again. You should also decide the roster for the Exchange Event.