The Kyoto Sister School Exchange Event concluded, and life at Jujutsu High became rather uneventful.
The usually active Cursed Spirits also grew quiet with the arrival of winter.
It felt as though the Cursed Spirits needed to hibernate.
Soon, the second year at Jujutsu High began.
Nighttime, in a house in Miyagi Prefecture.
A woman with stitched seams on her head pondered over a piece of paper filled with writing.
Kaori Itadori, or rather... Kenjaku.
Master Tengen's assimilation, occurring once every 500 years, was approaching, and Kenjaku would not let this opportunity pass.
After all, if it was missed, another 500 years would have to pass.
500 years, such a long time.
And unlike last time, Kenjaku had the most suitable Chess Piece this time.
Toji Fushiguro.
This rare Calamity of Heaven with absolutely zero Cursed Energy.
Everyone had some Cursed Energy, more or less.
Even with a Heavenly Restriction, it was extremely rare to find an extreme case like Toji Fushiguro, who possessed absolutely zero Cursed Energy.
Toji Fushiguro, with his complete lack of Cursed Energy, could not be judged by the Cursed Energy system, and naturally, he would not be affected by the Cursed Energy system's Causal Bond.
Therefore, Toji Fushiguro was the most likely person to break the Causal Bond between Master Tengen and the Star Plasma Vessel.
However...
Kenjaku's gaze shifted to the list of students at Jujutsu High.
"The current Toji Fushiguro is no match for Jujutsu High."
Kenjaku's gaze began to scan through the list of students at Jujutsu High one by one.
"Satoru Gojo, the Six Eyes cannot be excluded from this matter; let nature take its course."
"Suguru Geto, troublesome but should be within Toji Fushiguro's ability to handle."
"Saber..."
Kenjaku fell into thought.
Kenjaku had never fought Altoria, but from her performance in anime and the definition of a Special Grade Imaginary Heroic Spirit, much could be understood.
"A battle-hardened warrior? With her present, Toji Fushiguro's success rate would be greatly reduced."
Kenjaku drew a circle around Saber's name.
"Medea went abroad some time ago and hasn't returned yet, so she doesn't need to be considered."
"Heroic Spirit Emiya, his Clairvoyance observation ability is also very troublesome."
Upon seeing Heroic Spirit Emiya, Kenjaku suddenly remembered a question.
"What's the difference between an Inherent Barrier and a Domain Expansion?"
"I should try it out if I get the chance."
After that, Heroic Spirit Emiya's name was also circled by Kenjaku.
"Shoko Ieiri is treasured by Jujutsu High, so she shouldn't be put in danger easily. Besides, even if Shoko Ieiri showed up, Toji Fushiguro could handle her."
Then, Kenjaku's gaze fell on the last name.
"Dongfang Eiji, this one must be lured away."
Whether in anime or reality, operations to recall Heroic Spirits using Command Spells have occurred.
Eiji made no secret of his ability to summon Heroic Spirits back to his side at any time.
So, as long as Eiji was present, it was equivalent to all other Heroic Spirits being present.
In the worst-case scenario, the Command Spell might even summon Medea from abroad.
"It won't be easy to keep Dongfang Eiji away for more than 3 days... what should I do?"
Kenjaku began to search through the cards in his hand in his mind.
The Kamo Family should not be involved in this matter, as it would be equivalent to announcing the Kamo Family's participation in the "rebellion" against Master Tengen.
Therefore, at most, they could provide a little help within reasonable limits.
For example, issuing missions under the name of the Jujutsu Management Council.
The Star Religious Cult lacked sufficient combat power and could, at most, act as the visible mastermind.
Curse Users...
Since the Six Eyes were born, many Curse Users were forced into seclusion. Now, there weren't many ignorant Curse Users left to use, and they could at most play a supporting role.
"Why are all the strong individuals gathered at Jujutsu High?"
Kenjaku scratched his head in frustration.
He looked out the window.
A child with pink hair was sleeping soundly.
"The vessel for Sukuna is complete. My wish is only one step away from success."
A look of determination appeared in Kenjaku's eyes.
"It's time to use some of my collection."
For a thousand years, Kenjaku had collected the remains of many ancient powerhouses and turned them into cursed objects.
Not only ancient powerhouses, but Kenjaku had also collected many cursed spirits as cursed objects.
This was how the Culling Game came to have 1,000 fencers and 10 million cursed spirits.
Kenjaku sifted through the information on each powerhouse and cursed spirit.
Finally, he selected several cursed objects that were transformed from Special Grade Cursed Spirits.
After deciding on his targets, Kenjaku's figure disappeared into the night.
Meanwhile, in a villa.
Riko Amanai, who had fallen asleep under Misato Kuroi's care, received a special guest.
A barrier, transparent and isolating all observation and perception, quietly formed in Riko Amanai's room.
A figure in a purple robe appeared by Riko Amanai's bedside.
It was Medea, whom Kenjaku thought was still overseas.
Under Eiji's arrangement, Medea had quietly returned to the Island Nation last night.
"So this is the Star Plasma Vessel? The body closest to Master Tengen and with the best compatibility."
Medea looked at the sleeping girl on the bed with great interest.
"If I study this child's body, can I get some information about Master Tengen?"
Seeing the girl's troubled expression, as if having a nightmare, Medea decided against doing anything.
No matter how strong she appeared in front of Misato Kuroi, she must still feel scared and helpless when alone.
After all, her life had just begun, and to be sacrificed at this prime age...
"What a cute child."
Medea took a red gem from her robe and gently placed it on the girl's chest.
A miraculous scene occurred: the red gem sank into Riko Amanai's body as if it were a stone dropped into water.
Gently tucking Riko Amanai in, Medea then lightly touched the girl's forehead with her right hand.
The next moment, Medea vanished from Riko Amanai's room.
The worry on Riko Amanai's brow had disappeared.
Her lips curved slightly, and a faint smile appeared on Riko Amanai's face.
Sweet dreams tonight.
Meanwhile, in a secret room filled with barriers, Kenjaku was searching for his desired cursed objects.
"Got it."
Kenjaku stopped in front of a cursed object that looked like both Buddha and a demon.
"A Hero of Justice, huh? Let me make good use of your justice."
A wicked smile spread across Kenjaku's lips.
"Next is Dongfang Eiji."
According to the Jujutsu Management Council's records, Dongfang Eiji had already mastered Domain Expansion, and coupled with his ability to summon Heroic Spirits with Command Spells at any time, it would be very difficult to kill him.
"But the objective this time is not to kill him, only to trap him."
Thinking this, Kenjaku picked up a turtle-like cursed object.
"This won't be difficult for someone with the Six Eyes like Satoru Gojo, but it will take you a lot of time, Dongfang Eiji."
"However, to prevent Saber from not being on a mission with Dongfang Eiji, I should bring a few more cursed objects."
Soon, Kenjaku had two more cursed objects in his hands: a bone spike and a tangled mess of what looked like old, matted-together thread.
"With these, even that Saber wouldn't be able to win easily in a short time."
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