Chapter-191
The atmosphere in the college office was so heavy it was almost suffocating.
Fushiguro Toji's expression turned somewhat cold. Looking at the documents in his hand, he said to Principal Yaga with displeasure:
"If that's the case, then why did you give me this task in the first place? Shouldn't you have rejected it before it even came down?"
Hearing Toji's words, Principal Yaga sighed, then immediately cursed:
"You bastard, yelling and screaming like that, do you look like an adult?! If things were that easy to solve, wouldn't I have already done it?"
This task was originally intended to be done by someone else, but considering Zenin Kiyoshi's abilities and the lack of suitable candidates from higher-ups, they decided to give you this task after careful consideration.
"You and Kiyoshi are the closest, and those guys know that too. So, in my eyes, this mission is less about killing Kiyoshi and more about finding the Cursed Spirit that could possibly be colluding with her. And if possible, I hope you will..."
When Principal Yaga finished speaking, he stopped and didn't say anything more. But it was obvious to everyone that what he wanted to say next was simply to have Toji kill the Cursed Spirit.
Hearing this, Toji sighed and looked at Principal Yaga, his eyes inevitably revealing a hint of disappointment.
"Putting aside whether this Cursed Spirit really exists, if it does exist and is indeed quite close to Kiyoshi, would you still choose to have me kill it?"
Toji's question was sharp, like a dagger, tearing apart the already somewhat oppressive atmosphere.
Principal Yaga sighed, then slowly said:
"So, sometimes it's really hard to talk to an idiot like you. If I really thought the same thing as you, do you think I would have called you here in the first place?"
"You damn PE teacher, how dare you look down on the principal?! I'm still your superior, show me some respect! Or I'll dock your entire salary for this month!"
However, upon hearing Principal Yaga's words, Toji revealed a slight smile. If Principal Yaga treated him this way, it meant that the other party had no intention of letting him kill Hanami or Zenin Kiyoshi.
Based on my understanding of the Principal Yaga, I reckon this guy has already figured out a solution.
Toji let out a long sigh, then slumped onto the sofa, grabbed the teacup beside him, gulped down a large mouthful, and smiled at Principal Yaga:
"If you really do that, you bastard, I'll go to the judicial authorities. Or if that idiot brat Gojo Satoru accidentally makes a few more contacts, and then damages the buildings or something, I can consider it public loss or something..."
Listening to Toji's string of words, Principal Yaga felt a headache coming on. He rubbed his temples, then sighed helplessly and said:
"You bastard, stop talking nonsense. Let me tell you about my plan first."
The way this mission was issued was a bit strange. Logically speaking, although I don't know why, most of the time that brat Zenin Kiyoshi can get the higher-ups to issue orders or missions to him.
Even when tasks have been assigned to the Jujutsu High, if they are too outrageous, the words of that brat Zenin Kiyoshi are much more effective than mine. Basically, every time he goes to the higher-ups, there are no problems.
Therefore, this mission seems very strange. Given Zenin Kiyoshi's status and position with the head of the Jujutsu Headquarters, he shouldn't have issued such a mission..."
Before Principal Yaga could finish speaking, Toji asked with some curiosity:
"This mission is aimed at that brat Zenin Kiyoshi, so it's only natural not to tell him, right? Is there anything strange about this?"
Regarding Toji's question, Principal Yaga shook his head, then sneered and said:
"Over the years, you have been working in frontline education and have not come into contact with those at the higher levels. Therefore, you do not know the logic behind their actions. They never care about the right or wrong of a matter, but only about the person who committed the crime."
The perpetrator's identity, status, stance, and the benefits they can gain from the crime... these are the main core factors that determine whether higher-ups will decide to issue a mission.
Given Kiyoshi's position and status among the higher-ups, it's absolutely impossible for her to be erased on the grounds of "suspected collusion with the Cursed Spirit."
To be honest, those guys at the top often do some strange things. Let alone colluding with Cursed Spirits, I know of several high-ranking people who have secretly conducted experiments on human bodies and Cursed Spirits.
None of these things were exposed, let alone Kiyoshi's actions, which hardly bothered anyone.
Hearing this, Toji frowned:
"Then those high-ranking bastards you mentioned, would they still do that kind of thing now?"
Hearing the faint killing intent in Toji's words, Yaga smiled and glanced at him, then said softly:
"Don't worry, those things have stopped happening. Since Kiyoshi came to the college, the old man, Zenin Naobito of the United Zenin Clan, has carried out a purge of some of the higher-ups, so those kinds of things are almost non-existent now."
Even if there were... no, there couldn't be. There isn't a high-ranking person who could do something like that right under Kiyoshi's nose.
If he existed, given his intelligence, he certainly wouldn't be one of our high-ranking officials.
Toji raised an eyebrow upon hearing this, took a sip of tea, and said with a hint of teasing:
"You seem to have a knack for saying hurtful things."
"It's just some facts. Okay, let's not talk about those useless things anymore. In conclusion, there must be something wrong with this mission release. It's highly likely that it was released by some higher-ups who don't get along with Kiyoshi."
But that's not right either. There are many procedures involved in issuing tasks from higher levels... Never mind, you don't need to worry about that. I'll check it myself later.
All you need to know is that this mission is wrong; don't follow the instructions.
Listening to Yaga's righteous words, Toji scratched his head, somewhat puzzled, and asked:
"Then what do you think I should do?"
"Go over there and stall for time as much as possible. I'll have Gojo and the others come to support you later."
Chapter-192
"Why did I send those brats over here to help? I shouldn't be in any danger over there."
Even though she still didn't quite understand the meaning of the Principal Yaga, she directly asked about her doubts.
Principal Yaga glanced at Toji, his words carrying a deeper meaning:
"So you seem to know the real situation there?"
Toji curled his lip at Yaga's righteous probing and casually took a sip of tea:
"Isn't this just common sense?"
"Is there really no problem with Kiyoshi's... Cursed Spirit?"
"Don't worry, even if I become anti-human one day, that Cursed Spirit won't do that. And don't you know that [Inventory Curse] that Megumi always plays with?"
Isn't that thing also a Cursed Spirit? The Cursed Spirits around that bastard Kiyoshi are basically no different from Inventory Curse; they pose no threat to humans whatsoever, and are actually among the very few that are friendly towards them.
Upon hearing this, Principal Yaga also breathed a sigh of relief:
"That's good. Otherwise, if it were really those situations, this matter would be really difficult to handle. However, such a thing is almost impossible to happen. I should know Kiyoshi very well what kind of person she is."
In that case, it's alright then...
Seeing Principal Yaga talking to himself, he even urged him on:
"Stop talking to yourself and tell me the next steps. That brat Zenin Kiyoshi hasn't given us any information yet, which means things are definitely not going well."
"Speaking of which, where did that brat go? The higher-ups issued a mission so unfavorable to him, and he hasn't made a single move. Knowing his personality, shouldn't he have already turned on them by now?"
Toji's complaints and worries came over, and Principal Yaga comforted Toji:
"Kiyoshi and Mei Mei just went on a mission together, and we just received a message from Kiyoshi."
Near the nursery on Takasaki Street, they encountered a Domain Expansion that appeared to be occupied by a Special Grade Cursed Spirit. The two of them were probably carrying out a mission inside, and Kiyoshi had already lowered her Curtain.
Given the circumstances, isn't it normal for cell phone signals to be blocked? But with his capabilities, he should be able to resolve things over there in no time.
"Once Kiyoshi's situation is settled, I'll contact him immediately and tell him to come home right away. I trust that kid's abilities; he should be able to handle the situation. All you need to do is stall for time and keep things going."
Toji nodded slightly, then blinked slightly, and said:
"Whom are we holding back?"
"You stupid brat, do you think the higher-ups would send just you alone when they know something's wrong? Besides me, there should be other people in charge who have also received the message. Maybe Gojo and Geto will be sent over too."
Those brats might not know how to handle things properly. If they rush things, it could create a rift between Kiyoshi and the Jujutsu High. So I need you to keep things under control there and ensure nothing goes wrong, until that brat from the Zenin Academy returns. Does that make sense?
Toji nodded, picked up the documents on the table, and let out a soft sigh:
"You don't trust those kids enough. Although they are all young, they actually trust Kiyoshi more than I do. How could they possibly do anything rash?"
"It's just an insurance policy, but remember to bring all those things with you. Don't forget any of them. Even though we all know you won't need them, you still need to bring them when it's time for you to make a statement."
"Tsk..." Toji smacked his lips in dissatisfaction, then said with a hint of complaint:
"After this incident, that bastard Kiyoshi really owes me a huge favor. Let him treat me to dinner..."
He muttered to himself while glancing at Principal Yaga, as if asking if the other party had anything else to say.
"That's it! You'd better hurry up and go. I'll take advantage of the time I still have to contact the kids who might be going, so they don't get fooled by those idiots in higher-ups."
"Oh, and you absolutely must remember to bring everything. We've already disobeyed orders somewhat in this matter; if we get caught on this small detail, I won't have any grounds to argue."
Toji waved his hand and said without turning his head:
"I know, you're really going on and on today."
As the footsteps faded into the distance, the expression on Principal Yaga's face gradually became indifferent.
He watched Toji's departing figure, and his voice suddenly became somewhat high-pitched, as if it were the kind of voice a woman uses when speaking in a pinched voice.
"Oh dear~ He's really a troublesome guy~ But I guess I'm lucky. He doesn't have any Cursed Energy and can't sense that I'm not a true member of the Principal Yaga Cult at all. Otherwise, with his almost exaggerated physical senses, I might not have been able to fool him."
"Principal Yaga" slowly transformed, and in just a few breaths, she had become the shape of a tassel. She was speaking to a wisp of air beside her, uttering a somewhat inexplicable sentence.
The moment Kenjaku finished speaking, the surrounding void rippled, and the figure of the authentic Principal Yaga was spewed out from it, with a faint smile on Kenjaku's face.
"Put that guy back where he was. Remember to clean the remnants of your Cursed Energy. Make sure nothing goes wrong. Gojo Satoru and his gang of brats are coming soon. We should leave here."
Let's go find Hanami~
Chapter-193
"Damn it...when did she fall asleep?"
Covering his head, Principal Yaga stared at the drool residue on the table, a faint look of confusion on his face.
I was just thinking about how to handle the task assigned to me, how did I fall asleep without realizing it?
Well, I've been working too hard lately, so it's possible I suddenly fell asleep. It's not like this hasn't happened before.
Without dwelling on these matters, Principal Yaga rubbed his eyes and looked at the documents that remained untouched on the table.
He sighed, then took out his phone and dialed Geto Suguru's number.
"Hello? Is this Geto?"
Geto, who was playing with Megumi at the moment, responded with some confusion after receiving a call from Principal Yaga:
"Hmm? What's wrong, Ms. Yaga? I'm playing with Megumi on the playground right now."
"Don't worry about Megumi for now. No, I don't mean don't care. Hand her over to Shoko and let her stay with you for a while. Then come over with Gojo right away. I have a mission to give you, a very urgent mission."
Hearing this, Geto Suguru frowned slightly. He rarely heard Principal Yaga speak in such a serious manner, and he couldn't help but feel a little nervous.
"Did something happen? Teacher Yaga, do I only need to call Satoru? What about Kiyoshi? Doesn't he need to be called too? Or is he already with you?"
Geto Suguru's subconscious question made Principal Yaga sigh slightly. He didn't say much, but kept urging:
"Stop asking those questions. Now that I've told you to come over, just come over here right now. I'll explain things clearly in front of you. Don't think about any of that nonsense."
Hearing the clearly annoyed tone on the other end of the phone, Geto Suguru became increasingly uneasy.
"I understand, Yaga Teacher, we'll head over now."
Having said that, he picked up Megumi, who was still chattering away, and spoke gently to Shoko, who was standing not far away:
"Shoko, if you're free right now, could you look after Megumi for me? Yaga-sensei wants me and Satoru to go over there for some things."
When she first heard Geto Suguru's words, Shoko was originally going to make a few teasing remarks, but just as she reached out to hug Megumi, she saw a look on Geto Suguru's face that was obviously a little strange.
Something must have happened; it's rare to see Geto looking so distressed.
Shoko immediately suppressed her urge to tease Geto and instead asked in a worried tone:
Are you alright?
"There shouldn't be any problems, don't worry, Satoru! Let's go!"
Geto Suguru answered Shoko's question briefly, while urging Gojo Satoru to hurry up and follow.
"Hey! Why are you in such a hurry all of a sudden? Even if you're going to get scolded by Yaga-sensei, you don't need to rush over here so fast!"
Seeing Geto Suguru's figure that didn't stop at all, even the usually carefree Gojo Satoru noticed that something was amiss.
If it were based on Geto Suguru's usual personality, he would have already turned around and started arguing with me by now. The fact that he left without saying a word today means something must have gone wrong.
Without any hesitation, Gojo Satoru followed immediately.
"Geto, what's wrong? Did something happen?"
He lowered his voice and looked at Geto Suguru, whose face was tightly furrowed, and a slight unease surfaced in his heart.
"Something must have happened on Kiyoshi's side. Teacher Yaga asked me to take you to her office immediately."
"Kiyoshi?! That can't be right. That guy is so strong. Right now, apart from the two of us and Teacher Toji, there's almost no one in this world who can threaten Kiyoshi, right?"
Hearing Gojo Satoru's words, Geto Suguru felt slightly better, but he still shook his head and said:
"As for the specifics, I'm not entirely sure what happened, but hopefully it's similar to what you described..."
"Don't worry, it's probably because that bastard Kiyoshi did something bad, and Teacher Yaga wants the two of us to cover for Kiyoshi."
As Gojo Satoru spoke, he patted Geto Suguru on the shoulder with a smile.
After being teased by Gojo, Geto Suguru's worries faded slightly, but the anxiety hidden deep in his brows still hadn't diminished much.
The two moved quickly; less than two minutes after Principal Yaga hung up the phone, Geto Suguru had already pushed open the office door.
Toji happened to pass by the two of them, and seeing them hurrying by, Toji knew that he needed to speed things up.
"Ms. Principal Yaga, where is Kiyoshi now?! Is he alright?!"
Before the door was even fully opened, Principal Yaga could already hear Geto Suguru's slightly anxious voice.
"Calm down, Geto. Things aren't as dangerous as you're making them out to be. While it's true that it's related to that bastard Kiyoshi, it's not a crime that would get you executed."
Hearing this, before Geto Suguru could say anything, Gojo Satoru frowned and asked:
"Sin? What crime could Kiyoshi possibly commit? If someone like him could commit a crime, that would be the most unbelievable thing, wouldn't it?"
Although I don't like Kiyoshi constantly spouting righteous theories, I have to admit that someone like him is indeed like the sun, illuminating everyone around him. Could someone like that commit a crime? I simply don't believe it.
Gojo Satoru's bright eyes reflected the figure of Principal Yaga, and his gaze and words revealed extremely strong dissatisfaction.
However, Principal Yaga did not feel uncomfortable about this.
That's just how Gojo Satoru's personality is; like a sharp sword without a sheath, he always radiates his own light and sharpness.
Although Gojo Satoru's personality has improved a lot under the mature care of Zenin Kiyoshi over the years, the arrogance of a strongman still remains in his nature.
But now is not the time to dwell on these matters. Principal Yaga didn't say anything more, but instead handed the documents to the two of them, saying:
"Kiyoshi is now suspected by the higher-ups of colluding with the Cursed Spirit. You need to investigate this matter thoroughly and disrupt the situation at a crucial moment to make the Cursed Spirit leave quickly. We can resolve these issues once Kiyoshi returns!"
We might have others sent there too. I don't know exactly who, but don't make things difficult for others or disrupt the situation. Just take the opportunity to release that Cursed Spirit!
Chapter-194
Meanwhile, inside the high-speed tunnel, Zenin Kiyoshi looked at the unconscious Orimoto Rika, then at Mei Mei beside him with a few drops of blood on her forehead, his expression turning extremely gloomy.
The situation isn't complicated; I'm just stuck somewhere.
"Mei Mei, are you alright?"
"It looks like the car is totaled. Physically, I'm okay except for a head injury, but the psychological damage is huge. This car cost me a lot of money."
Mei Mei's answer made Kiyoshi breathe a slight sigh of relief. Spellcasters, when they don't deliberately use their spell power to protect themselves, are actually quite fragile.
Both Gojo Satoru and Geto Suguru died from momentary carelessness.
Of course, it's also possible that the two were caught off guard by the sneak attack. In any case, somewhat ironically, the two ended up becoming four people.
Shaking off the somewhat strange thoughts from his mind, Zenin Kiyoshi looked at Mei Mei, who was in relatively good condition, and replied with a smile:
"As long as you're physically okay, that's fine. As for money and such, I can earn it back later anyway. Besides, I asked you to drive over and pick me up this time, so I'll also bear half of the loss."
Hearing Zenin Kiyoshi's words, Mei Mei's smile deepened instantly. She completely ripped off the already cracked seatbelt, then exhaled and glanced at Rika, who was now unconscious.
"Your words make me feel much better. But there's something I still want to ask you. We both consciously protected Rika just now, so why did she still faint?"
I checked myself over earlier, and there shouldn't be anything wrong with me.
Zenin Kiyoshi listened to Mei Mei's words, let out a slight sigh, and then slowly explained:
"I don't know the specific reason yet, but I can feel that the enormous magical power stored in Rika's body is now connected to the barrier outside."
This barrier isn't particularly strong; it could be broken in a few seconds if you tried to break it head-on. However, because this barrier is connected to Rika, if I were to break it directly, Rika's life would likely be in danger.
Therefore, to leave this place, we must find a way to break through this barrier without harming Rika.
Hearing Zenin Kiyoshi's words, Mei Mei frowned, then got out of the car, looked at the blood-red world around her, and whispered:
"If what you said is true, Kiyoshi, then it seems that someone wants to keep us here for a while. If that's the case, something might happen at the Jujutsu High."
I can't contact my crow either; I guess it's been cut off by this knot. In short, we're now completely under control here. I just tried contacting it by phone, but there's absolutely no signal.
Upon hearing this, Zenin Sei let out a slight sigh of relief, and then said:
"Miss Mei Mei, please keep an eye on Rika for me. I'm going to try to forcefully break through this barrier. If anything happens to Rika's body, please let me know immediately so I can stop."
As a commotion arose within the barrier, Kenjaku's expression became slightly more serious.
"That brat is really beyond my expectations. He actually has this kind of strength? It seems I need to speed things up. The barrier probably won't last much longer."
The next moment, Kenjaku's figure disappeared from the spot, and when he reappeared, he had already transformed into Zenin Kiyoshi.
Whether it's the aura of his incantation, his appearance, or even the details of his behavior, he is almost indistinguishable from Zenin Kiyoshi.
As the sound of shattering glass rang out, Hanami rushed from inside the house to the balcony, where she saw Zenin Kiyoshi covered in blood.
Looking at Zenin Kiyoshi, whose face was extremely pale, Hanami stood there stunned.
Aura, Cursed Energy, appearance, clothing, voice...
Everything was telling Hanami that the man before her was Zenin Kiyoshi.
But she had never seen Kiyoshi in such a disheveled state. Her voice trembled, and she almost staggered as she rushed to Kiyoshi's side.
She stared blankly at Zenin Kiyoshi, blood slowly flowing down Zenin Kiyoshi's body, soaking through Hanami's entire clothes.
Hanami's fingertips trembled.
The cold, viscous liquid, with its rusty, fishy smell, was quickly seeping into her skin through her thin clothes.
She looked up abruptly, her eyes meeting those familiar ones, now filled with pain and urgency.
Kiyoshi's face was frighteningly pale, his lips were bloodless, and every difficult breath he took aggravated the hideous wounds on his body, causing blood to gush out.
"Kiyoshi...Kiyoshi!" Hanami's voice was slightly shrill, with a trembling sound as if her heart was being forcibly torn apart.
Almost instinctively, she mobilized the immense life force within her body. Emerald light, like the gentlest stream, surged from her palms, urgently and relentlessly covering the deep, bone-revealing wounds:
"Hold on! What on earth happened?!"
"Cough...cough cough..." Zenin Kiyoshi coughed violently, more blood foam spilling from the corner of his mouth. His body leaned weakly against Hanami, and the weight and coldness of his body made Hanami's heart sink to the bottom.
Zenin Sei's voice was hoarse and broken, filled with an urgent, almost desperate, anxiety:
"Go! Hurry! The college knows about what happened to you, and the higher-ups are now forcibly demanding your death! Toji should be back soon. Don't blame him; he was forced into it!"
Those bastards from the Jujutsu High took Eri and Megumi hostage and forced Toji to attack me, but I could tell that he had already shown mercy, otherwise I would have died the moment I was ambushed!
He deliberately let me come back to inform you, hurry up! Hanami! Even if I'm caught and taken back, I might not die, but if those guys catch you, you'll definitely die!
"Sister Hanami, do you remember what I said to you in that corner of the Zenin house? I don't want you to die, that's all. Go!"
Hearing Kiyoshi's words, Hanami froze on the spot. At this moment, she felt no fear or worry about her own safety. Looking at Kiyoshi, who was on the verge of death, a feeling of hatred surged to its peak in her heart!
"Cough...Quick...Let's go..."
"Zenin Kiyoshi's" voice was even weaker, his eyes filled with urgent pleading, even with a hint of despair.
He struggled to push her away again, but his body slid down limply, blood staining Hanami's hands and front of his shirt.
Chapter-195
"Hey? Are you kidding me? You're kidding me, right? How could Kiyoshi be so badly injured?"
Looking at Zenin Kiyoshi lying in front of her, barely clinging to life, Hanami felt as if her heart had stopped beating.
With each breath of "Hehe," a large amount of blood foam gushed from Kiyoshi's mouth. Although his healing power had some effect, the injuries Kiyoshi suffered were simply too severe.
Looking at everything before him, Hanami's heart felt as if it had been gripped tightly by an icy hand, and it stopped beating instantly!
Every word Zenin said—that the expert knew about it, that it was an order from higher-ups, that he was coerced, that Eri and Megumi were held hostage, that he attacked Zenin but deliberately held back to let him return and report—was like a heavy hammer, striking her most vulnerable spot!
Hanami couldn't find a single logical flaw in any of these things. The Zenin Master Kiyoshi in front of him had no unusual aura at all. Even now, the other party was still urging him to leave quickly.
If he is a fake Zenin monk, how could he possibly make such a request?
Overwhelmed by shock and heartache, her emerald eyes lost focus, replaced by unbelievable anger and hatred.
"How dare you? How dare you?!"
Eri's smile, Megumi's usual cuteness, and even her past tolerance towards her all transformed into the sharpest blades at this moment, constantly cutting into Hanami's heart.
It was because of his own actions that Eri and Megumi were kidnapped; it was because of his own actions that Toji was forced to attack Zenin Kiyoshi...
Hanami knew that the pain Toji would experience from attacking Zenin Kiyoshi was definitely greater than what she was experiencing now.
That man, at the very bottom of his life, single-handedly pulled the other person back from the brink of despair!
It's all my fault!
Kiyoshi, don't die, don't die!
No, no, it's not entirely my fault. It's those guys at the college who did it. Even though I'm a Cursed Spirit, I've never, ever killed a single innocent person!
All I wanted was to live a simple and happy life with Kiyoshi, but why did these people have to take even this little thing away from me?
In that instant, intense hatred for the college and for humanity spread wildly.
Hatred for colleges, for humanity, and for those "Higher-Ups" who control the rules, grew like the most vicious poison ivy, instantly raging through her heart, entwining and piercing through the layer of flesh that was friendly to humanity!
The hatred was so pure, so intense, that it even temporarily overwhelmed the worry about Zenin Kiyoshi's current situation!
Hanami's roar tore through the air; it was no longer the gentle whisper of the forest, but a curse filled with endless pain and tyranny.
Her emerald eyes, which once reflected vitality and peace, were now like poisoned jade, churning with the purest vortex of hatred, enough to incinerate everything.
But the next moment, after sensing the extremely weak aura emanating from Kiyoshi, the violent aura emanating from Hanami instantly receded.
Her voice softened at that moment:
"Kiyoshi, it's okay. Actually, I've become much stronger over the years. Even if Toji comes, I'm confident I can defeat him..."
Just as Hanami was speaking, Zenin Sei's voice rang out again:
"No, don't make things difficult for him. Eri and Megumi are still in their hands, and he can't do anything about it... cough cough..."
Seeing Kiyoshi's state, Hanami infused Kiyoshi with even more vitality, accompanied by an even softer voice:
"Don't worry, Kiyoshi, I know Toji is in a difficult situation. You are too, still worrying about Toji at this time... But he must be very troubled right now, with his most important friend on one side and his family on the other. I'm sorry, I'm the one who put you in this situation."
So... don't worry, I'll use my most powerful attack to completely subdue Toji here, then I'll go to the Jujutsu High and kill everyone who wants to harm Eri or Megumi.
But upon hearing this, Zenin Kiyoshi still tried to stop him:
"Please don't do this, Hanami-san, I'm begging you, just leave here, leave Tokyo! Please!"
Seeing Kiyoshi's expression, Hanami's smile became even gentler.
"Kiyoshi, I've always listened to you very much, but this time, please let me be a little willful, please..."
Having said that, Hanami completely ignored what Kiyoshi said next. She stretched out her palm, and huge vines spread out from her hand, almost instantly enveloping Kiyoshi's entire body.
"[Sea of Tree Flowers], Kiyoshi, this is a healing move that you and I developed together. I remember you told me that with this move, even if the students at the vocational college were cut in half, they could use this move to stay alive."
But...why are you the first person to use the treatment techniques we developed for the college?
As Hanami spoke, her voice began to tremble slightly.
It wasn't a trembling from fear, but rather an extreme hatred born from an uncontrollable anger within.
Just as the vines completely enveloped the Zenin temple, Toji's figure quietly appeared by the window.
Toji stared at the broken window, then at the unseen bulge covered in vines, a look of astonishment on his face. Before he could even ask a question, Hanami smiled gently at him and said:
"Toji, I won't make things difficult for you. I know this is a very difficult situation for you too, so... could you please let me through for a moment?"
The next moment, a terrifying surge of Cursed Energy emanated from Hanami, a force that even Toji found somewhat troublesome.
What puzzled Toji even more was that she hadn't said anything yet, so how did Hanami know that this matter was difficult?!
"Hey! Hanami! Wait a minute..."
However, before Toji could finish speaking, Hanami's attack had already arrived.
"Tree of Birth!"
As Hanami's voice rang out, Toji felt a slight darkness before her eyes, and the next moment she was already sealed off by countless tree branches.
"I'm sorry, Toji, this move was actually developed by Kiyoshi and me together. It was a move specifically designed with you as the hypothetical enemy. He said that using this move would effectively reduce your bad habit of leaving without cleaning up after meals..."
Ah... but Kiyoshi is now...
Chapter-196
Hanami's "Tree of Birth" is not a killing move, but a powerful binding technique that incorporates the concept of "Sea of Tree Flowers".
Thick, sturdy tree branches, shimmering with emerald green Cursed Energy, emerged from beside Hanami as if they were alive, instantly weaving together to form a huge, indestructible wooden cage, trapping the unsuspecting Toji within.
This cage is not only exceptionally tough, but its inner walls also constantly emit spore mist that has the ability to paralyze and suppress the human body. This is exactly the move that Zenin Kiyoshi originally designed to counter Toji's terrifying physical strength and lack of Cursed Energy.
Heavenly Restriction have a certain degree of resistance to all things related to "curses," whether it is curses, spells, Cursed Tools, or even things like the expansion of a Domain Expansion. Heavenly Restriction have extremely strong resistance to them.
Over the course of five years, Kiyoshi Zenin experimented on Toji many times and found that the other person's body was indeed much as he had imagined.
As long as you come into contact with even the slightest bit of "Cursed Energy," it will automatically reduce the damage to Toji by at least 50%.
However, things unrelated to Jujutsu, such as anesthetic needles or drugs, can actually be effective against Toji.
However, the effect will still be somewhat diminished.
For example, a big reason why Toji doesn't like drinking is that he can't get drunk at all.
Before alcohol numbs the brain, it has already been broken down and digested by the body.
However, no matter what, it was still a human body, and under such a huge amount of spore poisonous fog, even he only felt a little weak in front of his eyes.
I didn't notice the toxins in the air at first and took a big gulp. Although I'm not unconscious yet, I'll be stuck here for a while to withstand this wave of toxins.
During this time, who knows what Hanami might do?
He kicked the surrounding tree branches hard, and as the trees shattered layer by layer, countless branches kept piling up to fill the gaps. At the same time, the space of the entire sphere kept shrinking, reducing the possibility of him being able to fight back.
Damn it!
Feeling the almost complete suppression and targeting within this sphere, Toji's face showed a slightly anxious expression.
He didn't even need to think about it; it was definitely Zenin Kiyoshi's masterpiece.
Moreover, Toji was certain that Kiyoshi Zenin, that bastard, must have personally tried this move many times to modify it to such a perfect counter.
"Hey! Hanami, can't you listen to people properly?!"
Toji's voice came from the cage that was surrounded by layers of trees, but it was so faint that Hanami, who was thousands of meters away, could not hear it.
At this moment, Hanami's beautiful face was filled with a slightly ferocious rage.
Kiyoshi's condition has now stabilized, so... none of those bastards who hurt Kiyoshi will escape!
She had heard Kiyoshi talk about those guys in the higher-ups many times already.
Those people are all bastards who deserve to die. Even if I kill them, Kiyoshi won't blame me when he wakes up!
Even if she killed all those people, Kiyoshi wouldn't blame herself!
Meanwhile, before Toji had even left the cage, Kenjaku had already stepped out of the healing circle that Hanami had created for him.
"Indeed... love is the most powerful curse."
"Hanami, you did well. Keep up the good work. Strive to turn your love for Zenin Kiyoshi into a curse, and seal off that hatred along with all your escape routes!"
Kenjaku muttered to himself as he looked at the cage where Toji was.
"While this move was already quite perfect, it still somewhat underestimated the physical strength of your body..."
What a monster! He's reached this level with just his physical body. But the next plan is very important, so please don't show up again in the following process.
"Stay here for a while longer, Fushiguro Toji."
Kenjaku slightly raised his hand, and a surge of Cursed Energy erupted from his body. A few drops of dark purple blood fell around him, accompanied by a chilling aura. Kenjaku felt that his already bound body was even more difficult to move at this moment.
Grade 1 Cursed Tool - [Blood-Soothing Gate].
A special consumable spell tool designed to counter sorcerers, made using the Edo-era premium spell item "Blood Death".
The Cursed Object is shaped like a gourd, filled with thick, cold blood.
Sprinkling blood around a sorcerer will freeze their soul, body, and even their thoughts.
The more blood is spilled, the more pronounced the effect will be.
However, this is a consumable item; the blood in the gourd is used up little by little. When it was first made, it was classified as a top-grade item.
Feeling the intensity of Toji's struggle, Kenjaku, just to be on the safe side, even poured out all the remaining blood.
For her, it was just a Grade 1 spell tool; she could find more superior items to replace it at any time, so it wasn't something worth saving.
Meanwhile, Toji was inhaling the spore poison mist in the cage, while his living space was constantly being squeezed by the trees, and he was also constantly affected by the Cursed Tools from Kenjaku's side. His condition was extremely poor.
It felt like a needle had been stuck in his body, and all his strength began to dissipate downwards. His expression even became somewhat gloomy, but he was helpless against the constantly pressing branches around him.
Even so, Kenjaku was still not at ease. He went to the vicinity of the Curtain set up by the Assistant Managers and changed the structure and layout of the Curtain once again, turning this space into almost a prison for Fushiguro Toji.
Toji realized something was wrong from within, but by then it was too late.
Hanami has already encountered Geto Suguru and Gojo Satoru, who have come to check on the situation.
Looking at the two people in front of him, Hanami's face showed a slightly sad expression:
"Are you two here because of Kiyoshi too?"
Gojo Satoru nodded upon hearing this. In fact, he had never met Hanami in all these years, but he vaguely sensed a slightly familiar aura from her.
But Geto Suguru noticed something was wrong. He stared at the Cursed Spirit that looked just like a human woman and had an inexplicable strange feeling in his mind.
"No! Gojo! Get away from that Cursed Spirit!"
The instant Geto Suguru's voice rang out, countless trees suddenly rose from the ground and rushed directly towards the direction where Geto Suguru and Gojo Satoru were!
Chapter-197
The moment Geto Suguru's voice rang out, Gojo Satoru rushed towards Geto Suguru almost simultaneously.
With the activation of the Limitless Technique, his speed broke the sound barrier at that moment.
The silver hair was whipped around by the strong wind, and the branches on the ground were avoided before they could entangle the two of them.
The next moment, before the two could even catch their breath, the huge wooden spikes in the sky rained down like downpour.
"Knock knock knock!"
A series of muffled sounds rang out, and dust rose from the ground, covering the entire surrounding area in almost an instant.
Fortunately, this area is within the campus of a vocational college, where there are no humans at all. Apart from some changes in the terrain, no one was injured.
Hanami's voice rang out again, carrying a hint of coldness and killing intent:
"Were you two involved in Kiyoshi's affairs?"
Geto Suguru's pupils suddenly contracted. In that instant, he realized something, but before he could say anything, Gojo Satoru had already answered Hanami's question:
"We came here to find you because of Kiyoshi! Hey! I don't care what your relationship with Kiyoshi is, but now..."
Before Gojo Satoru could finish speaking, Hanami interrupted him.
"Is that so... In that case, there's no misunderstanding."
Hanami's voice was like a cold wind carrying shards of ice, each word carrying a real killing intent, fiercely scraping against Geto Suguru's eardrums.
The core of her question, "what happened to Kiyoshi," precisely targeted an area where Geto Suguru was completely unaware.
He didn't even have time to process the sudden accusation before his body's instincts reacted to Hanami's terrifying advance.
The Cursed Spirit Manipulation was activated instantly, and a Grade 1 Cursed Spirit, [Rainbow Dragon], shaped like a giant lizard and covered with thick scales and lava patterns, roared and blocked his way!
"Thump! Thump! Pfft!"
A massive wooden spike fell from the sky and pierced through the ground, slamming into the [Rainbow Dragon]'s hard carapace and the surrounding ground.
The dull thuds echoed one after another, like the sound of a summer downpour hitting glass.
Gravel, soil, and plant debris flew everywhere, and the dust, like a giant gray wave, once again instantly swallowed up the surrounding space of dozens of meters.
Gojo Satoru's figure appeared and disappeared in the smoke and dust. With the absolute defense and super-fast movement brought by "Limitless", he made no attempt to avoid the direct impact of the wooden spikes. However, the wind pressure brought by the high speed still made the smoke and dust even more chaotic.
The Six Eyes thing isn't as overpowered or exaggerated as people imagine. It can observe the flow of Cursed Energy, but if there's a wall in between, or a lot of smoke and dust blocking the view, it can't actually see what's in front of it.
During the final battle in Shinjuku, Gojo Satoru's Six Eyes were temporarily sealed off by Sukuna using a fire extinguisher.
His silver hair danced wildly in the chaotic airflow, and his Six Eyes flashed with a cold blue light, fixed on the figure above the smoke and dust, radiating an aura of terrifying hatred.
"Hey! You bastard! What's wrong with you?!" Gojo Satoru's voice pierced through the smoke and dust, filled with disbelief and anger.
"What on earth have you been doing since then?!"
Gojo Satoru did not choose to take action. He kept in mind what Principal Yaga had told him earlier and did not treat Hanami as an enemy.
The reason is actually quite simple; it's not because he really understands or trusts Hanami.
It was because the Cursed Spirit before them was a friend of Zenin Sei.
Gojo Satoru also had absolute trust in those whom Zenin Sei trusted.
However, facing Hanami's relentless attacks, Gojo Satoru's patience was gradually running out.
Looking at the Cursed Spirit before him, a hint of coldness began to emerge in Gojo Satoru's azure eyes.
Since it's a Cursed Spirit, then after a little lesson, this guy should be able to repair his body on his own, right?
However, just as Gojo Satoru was pondering these things, Geto Suguru's voice came over:
"Gojo! Don't do anything, leave it to me! There must be some kind of misunderstanding. Let's talk about it after Kiyoshi arrives. Don't make things difficult for Kiyoshi later!"
Listening to Geto Suguru's words, Gojo Satoru took a deep breath and suppressed the somewhat agitated emotions in his heart.
He knew that Geto Suguru was far more accurate in this matter than he was.
Gojo Satoru clicked his tongue and his figure floated backward, temporarily creating distance and giving the center of the battlefield to Geto Suguru. At the same time, his Six Eyes locked onto the surrounding directions, guarding against any other possible situations, or rather, lending a helping hand to Geto Suguru in a dangerous moment.
"Cursed Spirit Manipulation - Semi-Grade 1 Imaginary Spirit [Zashiki-warashi]!"
As the voice faded, Geto Suguru's Cursed Energy surged slightly, and ripples appeared in the space beside him, like the surface of water.
The next moment, a short, ancient white kimono-clad, blurry-faced, and strangely serene spirit appeared before him.
This is the legendary guardian spirit of the house, but in the various bizarre creations of postmodern times, it has become a product that people fear and loathe—[Zashiki-warashi]!
The ability of Zashiki-warashi is not a direct combat ability, but rather a continuous field buff effect similar to a simple barrier.
It can release a special kind of Cursed Energy fluctuation, attempting to amplify the extreme emotions of the person in front of it, and in the process, it will depress the person in the field, ultimately creating an environment that makes people mentally collapse and try their best to commit suicide.
Although this Cursed Spirit is classified as a near-Special Grade, Geto Suguru faced no less difficulty and danger in subduing it than a regular Special Grade Cursed Spirit.
Its continuously released spiritual energy fluctuations cannot be stopped by any means.
Whether you use a Simple Domain, the [Falling Blossom Emotion], or simply envelop your entire body with Cursed Energy, none of these methods can block its movement.
Anyone who spends a certain amount of time in that field is destined to have their mentality collapse.
Geto Suguru's idea in summoning the Zashiki-warashi in this place was simple: since Hanami's emotions had reached an uncontrollable level, he would directly detonate her emotions, causing her to fall into an extreme state of depression, even to the point of completely losing her will to fight.
This would give me the necessary conditions to communicate with Hanami.
As the child-like Cursed Spirit slightly opened its mouth, a faint sobbing sound gradually lingered in Hanami's ears, instantly stirring up her emotions and making her thoughts somewhat chaotic, as if a huge rock was pressing on her chest, making her feel suffocated.
Chapter-198
"Hanami-san, do you usually like watching these kinds of TV programs? If so, I remember there's an offline event for the cast and crew in Shinjuku in a few days. Let's go watch it together."
"Miss Hanami, do you like ice cream cakes? Huh? Why are you buying a cake? Because I didn't know your birthday, so I took the day we first met as your birthday."
In the human world, we eat cake to celebrate all memorable occasions.
"Sister Hanami, I don't want to eat that. Can we have something else today? Hmm... how about fried rice with egg? By the way, are wheat ears considered among the creatures you don't want to kill, Sister Hanami?"
A series of dialogues echoed in Hanami's mind, lingering throughout her entire being.
After living with Zenin Kiyoshi, Hanami gained a basic understanding of the world, realizing how vibrant and colorful it was, and that it wasn't just about the color of blood.
All I wanted was to be with Kiyoshi, to live an ordinary, simple life.
Even though he was almost completely human, even though he had let go of all his prejudices against humans, even though he had listened to Kiyoshi and hidden everything about himself.
But... why won't these people let me and Kiyoshi go?!
Hanami's emerald green eyes, burning with the flames of hatred, were being washed away by fragments of memory.
She seemed to see that boy again, with a clean smile, holding an ice cream cake, or standing with his hands on his hips complaining that the food wasn't good, his eyes filled with unreserved trust and closeness towards her.
The blood that had flowed from Kiyoshi's body was still emitting a bloody smell in his palm.
These people have betrayed your trust, Kiyoshi!
In my mind, I recalled the things Kiyoshi had said to me over the years, things she had said to everyone at the Jujutsu High.
Thinking of this, Hanami felt his killing intent grow even stronger.
Its originally human-like appearance is now being covered by layer upon layer of hard, Cursed Energy.
Gradually, Hanami's appearance began to resemble that in the Canon.
Geto Suguru, watching this scene, felt a chill run down his spine.
The fluctuations transmitted by the Zashiki-warashi were completely blocked by the layers of outer shell that appeared on Hanami's body at this moment!
Moreover, under these circumstances, the Cursed Energy emanating from Hanami continued to increase. That Cursed Energy, which carried intense hatred and killing intent towards them, had almost materialized at this moment, making it difficult for them to breathe.
At this point, although Geto Suguru had reached the level of a top-tier sorcerer, it was still too much of a stretch for him to face Hanami, a top-tier sorcerer spirit of the Disaster Curses level who was almost in full form, in a one-on-one duel.
Gojo Satoru might not have any problems here. As long as his Limitless technique isn't broken, he can wear down Hanami no matter what.
However, Geto Suguru is different. Although he has more Cursed Spirits than Gojo Satoru, his "mana regeneration speed" is very slow. Moreover, the higher the strength and number of Cursed Spirits he summons, the faster he consumes his mana.
Given that he has not yet fully matured, facing Hanami's angry state is already fraught with danger.
Seeing all this, Gojo Satoru could no longer contain his anger. He roared at Geto Suguru in front of him:
"Geto! Get out of the way! That guy has gone mad! If this continues, you'll die here! Then that bastard Kiyoshi will feel even more guilty! What you're doing now is what's really making things difficult for Kiyoshi."
"Don't worry, since that guy is a Cursed Spirit, he'll be more resilient than you. I'll control my strength!"
Hearing Gojo Satoru's words behind him, Geto Suguru was reluctant to admit it, but because he had been unwilling to take action, his Cursed Energy was now severely depleted. In addition, his strength was no match for Hanami. If he continued to persist, he might really be killed by Hanami.
But... thinking of the painful state of Zenin-in-tsuki after he returned, he felt a tightness in his chest.
"Gojo! Protect yourself, don't kill that guy. Something's wrong. The enemy probably wants us to kill each other! Don't fall for their trick!"
"Yes, I know, don't worry!"
With Geto's body shielded by Gojo Satoru, Hanami's primary target changed to Gojo Satoru.
Her eyes were bloodshot, and the blood that originally belonged to 'Zenin Kiyoshi' in her palm was now slowly merging into Hanami's body.
As Hanami gradually absorbed the blood, her eyes became increasingly crimson.
Kenjaku watched the scene before him with a smile, using the surveillance equipment that had been planted near the college.
The sound of the Jogo came from beside him, carrying an indescribable gloom:
"Hey, is this the operation you were talking about that could bring Hanami back to our side?"
Hearing the question from the Jogo beside her, Kenjaku's smile remained unchanged. She didn't even turn her head, but simply replied with a faint smile:
"What's wrong, Jogo? Is there a problem with this plan so far? Haven't you noticed that Hanami is currently fighting those sorcerers from the Jujutsu High, and her appearance is changing in the direction of a Cursed Spirit?"
Aren't these the things you've been longing for and pursuing? You want Hanami to return to the Cursed Spirit realm, you don't want Hanami to get along with those humans, you don't want Hanami to stay by Zenin Kiyoshi's side—aren't these things being realized one by one now?
Once Hanami kills that brat, and then kills a few more sorcerers, even if Zenin Kiyoshi doesn't blame her, she will have no reason or face to stay on the human side.
She has nowhere else to go, so she'll only come here. With your status and position, you can continue to instill certain ideas in her, and everything will succeed, won't it?
Listening to Kenjaku's nonchalant words, Jogo felt a heavy weight in his heart and was speechless for some reason.
These were indeed the things he wanted, and they were indeed the demands he made of Kenjaku.
But looking at the image of Hanami in pain and struggle, Jogo felt a deep pain in his heart.
He wanted Hanami to come back, but not in such a despicable way that would cause Hanami so much pain!
Kenjaku seemed to have also noticed the Jogo's idea. She suddenly turned her head to look at the Jogo beside her, her voice tinged with a hint of teasing:
"If you think my method is a bit off, you can tell me now, and I will immediately remove the influence on Hanami's mind, how about that?"
Chapter-199
Kenjaku's words were like steel needles, instantly piercing Jogo's heart. His one eye was now bloodshot, and his lips kept moving. He tried to say something, but in the end, he said nothing.
Hanami... Even if I have to use the most despicable means, I will definitely bring you back from that damned human brat, Zenin Kiyoshi!
He wanted Hanami to come back, wanted her to stay away from humans, wanted her to accept the path of the Cursed Spirits... But he never thought, and never wanted to, that it would be in this way, to make her suffer heart-wrenching pain, be deceived, be used, be forcibly twisted and fall into the abyss!
On the screen, Hanami let out another shrill roar. The despair and rage in her voice made her body, made of magma, tremble violently.
Hanami, hate me, resent me, even if you want to kill me later, it doesn't matter...
As long as you can stay away from humans, away from those ugly humans, then even after I die, other Cursed Spirits will take care of you.
Yes! There are other Cursed Spirits!
He recently heard a baby crying in the ocean, and the moment the cry began, the Jogo was moved to tears.
That was the sound of another companion being born, a companion born in the ocean!
The Jogo named him Dagon, but he has not yet opened his eyes and is still in the most primitive state of the Cursed Womb.
Hanami... You can hate me without limit now, but one day you will understand my good intentions.
In this world, we Cursed Spirits can believe in anything, but we absolutely cannot believe in humans!
The Jogo cried out silently in his heart, the scorching heat of the magma seemingly unable to warm his cold yet resolute determination.
In this world, we, the Cursed Spirits, can believe in the depths of the ocean, the weight of the earth, the whispers of the forest… but we cannot believe in humankind! Their hearts are darker than the deepest trenches!
As he thought of this, the Jogo's single eye closed slightly, and his voice became somewhat dry, sounding like the crackling of two dead trees being burned:
"No... let's continue like this, Hanami. Hanami needs to come back, no matter how despicable the method, I will bring her back!"
Kenjaku nodded, but also smiled slightly as he spoke:
"A despicable method? It is indeed quite despicable, but there is no other way, because Jogo... it seems that there is no way to snatch Hanami away from that brat Zenin Kiyoshi through emotional means."
If you could do that, Hanami wouldn't be suffering so much now, and I wouldn't have to bear such a despicable name. But it's really pitiful, Jogo.
Do you remember? Back then, when it came to choosing between you and Zenin Kiyoshi, Hanami no Hikaru ruthlessly chose Zenin Kiyoshi. It must have been painful for you. Should you consider adjusting your method of bewitching new spirits later?
For example, could we learn from Zenin Master Kiyoshi and use a more loving approach to influence them, instead of simply forcibly instilling our ideas into their minds as a form of...?
Before the sound of the clapper had even faded, waves of terrifying heat had already incinerated her body into ashes.
The acrid smell of burning filled the air, and the Jogo's dripping sound trembled slightly—a tremor born of extreme anger.
"Shut your mouth! You damn bastard!"
The instant the Jogo's sound faded, the charred corpse slowly vanished from its spot, replaced by Kenjaku's voice, still tinged with mockery:
"Barking like a defeated dog won't make you a trustworthy leader. In this respect, you should really learn from Zenin Kiyoshi. Also, don't fail again with Hanami-yu this time."
This kind of thing can only be dealt with once – a single, decisive blow. If you try to use the same method on Zenin Kiyoshi again, he'll definitely find out.
Upon hearing this, Jogo's anger subsided somewhat, and he instead asked Kenjaku:
"Why? Even if Zenin Kiyoshi finds out the general type of this plan later, he will absolutely not be able to change the situation. Didn't you say that the weakness of these sorcerers is that they always like to compromise for the sake of the weak?"
"Just find any guy, implant the same spell as that brat Orimoto Rika into his body, and then stall Zenin Kiyoshi for time. Aren't you best at doing these kinds of things?"
The problem with the Jogo left Kenjaku feeling somewhat helpless. It seems that even though they had a human-like appearance, the intelligence of Cursed Spirits was still notoriously low.
"First, the reason why we chose Hanami to deal with this guy was because of Zenin Kiyoshi's own mistake. He did not report Hanami's identity information to Jujutsu High in the first place, and even kept it from everyone in Jujutsu High for a period of time."
This is why we were able to use Gojo Satoru and Geto Suguru, among other advanced members, without any pressure. After all, these guys never knew that there was such a top-tier Cursed Spirit by Zenin Kiyoshi's side.
However, if Zenin Kiyoshi had revealed Hanami's existence from the beginning, then naturally there wouldn't have been any misunderstandings.
Unfortunately, I still controlled a significant portion of the upper echelons of the college, so even though Zenin Kiyoshi promptly announced Hanami's news at that time, he still wouldn't have lived long enough for Hanami to be recognized by many sorcerers.
The reason is simple: don't forget, a considerable portion of the upper echelons of the Jujutsu High are still under my control or influence.
Moreover, even among those high-ranking officials who are not under my control, given their deep-seated fear and aversion to top-tier Cursed Spirits, it's practically a pipe dream for Zenin-in-the-Insider to get Hanami 'official recognition'.
What awaits Hanami is likely not acceptance, but a secret purge order from higher-ups.
The Zenin Temple Kiyoshi is determined to protect him, and the final result will either be that he is dealt with as a traitor by the higher-ups, or Hanami is surrounded and killed... Whether he announces it or not, he cannot escape my grasp; the only difference is the process.
Upon hearing this, the Jogo frowned, then said:
"You analyzed these things and said a lot, but the plan was ultimately feasible. You need to tell me why the next plan couldn't be implemented?"
"Judging from Zenin Kiyoshi's learning and progress speed, he might be able to grow to the level of Sukuna with 15 fingers next time. At that time, even I will have to be careful not to be left behind by him."
Furthermore, there won't be another target as excellent as Hanami. This is the only chance to sow discord between Zenin Kiyoshi and Jujutsu High!
Chapter-200
Jogo didn't say anything after hearing this. Although he didn't have Kenjaku's high intelligence, he could still understand some things after they were pointed out.
Seeing that the Jogo had calmed down, Kenjaku's expression showed a slight surprise. This Cursed Spirit's ability to control its emotions was not bad.
Gently shaking his head, Kenjaku continued:
"So this operation, from the moment we started, was already destined to be irreversible, Jogo."
"I understand this without you telling me! Bring Hanami back to me right now! By the way, do you need me to deal with that human named Fushiguro Toji? That guy is a threat. It seems that none of the Cursed Spirits besides me are a match for him."
If we allow such beings to continue living, they will always be a threat to our new human world.
Hearing what the Jogo said, Kenjaku smiled and nodded, then slowly said:
"Toji? That guy definitely needs to be killed, but not now. Be patient for a while, and wait until Zenin Kiyoshi comes out before you go and kill Toji."
Upon hearing this, the Jogo frowned in confusion, then asked:
"Why wait until Zenin Kiyoshi comes out? Won't things get even more complicated once he comes out? Why not take advantage of the fact that he's trapped inside the barrier and kill Fushiguro Toji in one fell swoop?"
Kenjaku was not impatient with the question about the Jogo, but patiently explained:
"First, Toji is very strong, but even with your strength alone, you might not be able to reliably defeat him. Based on my judgment, that brat Zenin will probably be able to come out of the barrier in about five minutes."
"So, do you think you can take down that guy, Toji, in five minutes? I need a definite yes, I don't want to hear even the slightest bit of uncertainty."
Hearing Kenjaku's words, Jogo clicked his tongue, but did not refute them.
Kenjaku was right. Facing that monstrous human, he was indeed not confident that he could defeat him within five minutes.
Looking at the Jogo without speaking, Kenjaku's gaze was fixed on the scene depicted, his voice tinged with a faint solemnity:
"It seems you also know that you can't take down that man in five minutes. Once Zenin Kiyoshi breaks free of the barrier and realizes that Fushiguro Toji is in mortal danger, his first target will most likely be you."
When faced with the combined attack of Fushiguro Toji and Zenin Kiyoshi, I don't think you, Jogo, will survive.
"But if you wait a while longer, until that guy Zenin Kiyoshi appears, then you'll have plenty of time to deal with Toji."
"Why?"
The Jogo still seemed a bit puzzling.
"Because at that time, if Zenin saw that Fushiguro Toji was not in any danger, he would prioritize choosing the direction of Hanami, and at that time, the [Cursed Blood Bind - Thousand Threads Prison] on Hanami's body had already been activated to its limit." (Note: Original was "Blood Curse", but context might fit the previously established technique name, or just a general curse. Keeping "Blood Curse" if unsure, but previously "Cursed Blood Bind" was mapped. I'll assume it's a general curse or the specific tool effect and leave as "Blood Curse" if it refers to Kenjaku's tool effect, or use the mapping if it refers to the technique. Given Kenjaku used the "Blood-Soothing Gate" earlier, "Blood Curse" is likely correct here as a general term for the effect). Correction: I will use "Blood Curse" as it seems to refer to the specific effect on Hanami, not the technique name.
Given Zenin's personality, he will most likely be unable to immediately restrain Hanami because of Hanami, which would give you a lot more time to kill Toji.
Based on my estimation, it will take at least 20 minutes. If you can't kill that guy Toji within 20 minutes, then I'll have to reconsider whether cooperating with you is truly necessary.
Hearing Kenjaku's slightly threatening words, Jogo frowned slightly. He exhaled a breath that was slightly hot, his voice a little hoarse:
"I don't need you to tell me this. I'm going there now. Just let me know when it's time to take action!"
After saying that, Jogo walked straight out the door without any intention of turning back.
Kenjaku ignored the Jogo and simply said:
"I will set up a Curtain here. Now is not the time to indiscriminately kill ordinary humans. The plan is not yet mature. Do not start a full-scale war with the Jujutsu High. I have also brought Fushiguro Toji here. Remember, a quick victory is needed."
I will go and handle Hanami's situation. At that time, I will try my best to make that brat Zenin Kiyoshi cause trouble from both sides. At the same time, I will cause a Cursed Spirit crisis to break out in the Kamo family's Cursed Spirit Pit, so that those Cursed Spirits can go to the streets and attack ordinary people.
This would put both Zenin-in-the-Palace Master and the other sorcerers at the advanced training institute in a dilemma, and only then would it be the best opportunity for us to make our move.
The Jogo simply nodded and said nothing.
Seeing the Jogo leave, Kenjaku didn't pay attention to those things. She just looked at the Zenin Kiyoshi within the barrier, and the Orimoto Rika family, which she had placed some Cursed Spirits to monitor. A hint of excitement gradually appeared in her eyes.
Sukuna...
You're a real cunning bastard! You actually broke our thousand-year-old contract and went to join forces with that brat Zenin Kiyoshi.
Damn it, if this guy hadn't suddenly switched sides, our plans wouldn't have had so many flaws.
Kenjaku's mood is never particularly good whenever he thinks about this.
To avoid the trouble that Sukuna would cause him later, Kenjaku deliberately set the biggest trap for those few fingers.
The three Sukuna fingers given to Orimoto Rika's grandmother contained a technique powerful enough to seal or even eliminate the Sukuna soul once again.
Although this would ruin his idea of controlling Sukuna at his peak, if Sukuna had actually achieved his goal, it would have caused him a lot of trouble.
Zenin Kiyoshi's body is somewhat special, but since I am not a Sukuna, I don't know what makes Zenin Kiyoshi's body special.
So, just to be on the safe side, let's both die together...
Zenin Kiyoshi, from the moment you choose to break the barrier, another technique will be integrated into your body.
The purpose of that technique is to directly transfer the power of the fingers that Orimoto Rika subsequently absorbed into your body.
Although it's a very complicated procedure and requires a lot of effort, at least it can ensure that those fingers go inside your body.
Including the finger you swallowed earlier, a total of four fingers will die along with you...
I've finally resolved my biggest worry, and I can accept the high price I paid.
Kenjaku let out a soft breath, his eyes filled with relief.