Heavenly Restriction User of the Gojo Clan: I Refuse to Be Cut in Half
Chapter 222: Itadori Kaori and Sukuna

Chapter 222 - 222: Itadori Kaori and Sukuna

At that moment, in the plaza of Jujutsu High.

After the suggestion to replay the footage of Gojo Satoshi exorcising the cursed spirit, no one left.

There was no doubt that Satoshi's performance had been shocking. Faced with such a powerful display, no sorcerer hesitated to analyze it.

In the world of jujutsu, any unknown technique sparks intense curiosity, especially when the user is someone like Gojo Satoshi, who is bound by Heavenly Restriction.

They couldn't help but feel uneasy.

During the battle, Satoshi hadn't used his Zanpakutō at all, instead relying on a power called Kidō.

There was no doubt that this power was incredibly strong and astonishing.

Still, compared to his Zanpakutō from nine years ago, it clearly felt one step behind.

But analyzing a previously unknown technique was extremely alluring to any sorcerer.

What's more, upon close rewatch.

They noticed something different.

Previously, because Gojo Satoru had encountered the cursed spirit first, much of their attention had been focused on him. As a result, they had overlooked many subtle details in Satoshi's fight.

Now, after carefully reviewing the footage, they realized something else.

Satoshi's physical combat ability had improved significantly over the last nine years.

As expected of someone bound by Heavenly Restriction. If Shoko hadn't been taken, Satoshi might have been able to defeat the cursed spirit with pure physical strength alone.

However, neither Sode no Shirayuki nor Ryūjin Jakka had appeared during the battle, which caused some concern.

Rumors had long circulated in the jujutsu world that Gojo Satoshi was no longer able to use his Zanpakutō.

Many of those present had come precisely to confirm whether Gojo Satoshi could still wield his Zanpakutō.

But in the end, no answer was provided, leaving them disappointed.

After all, many of the observers—especially those who hadn't interacted closely with Sukuna—still didn't understand the true implications of that battle.

...

As everyone was intently watching the footage, new figures entered the plaza.

Yuki, Utahime Iori, and Mei Mei, arrived at the square as well.

The three had heard news of the exam results and rushed over.

Though they were disappointed to have missed the live battle, hearing that Satoshi's exorcism would be replayed quickly reignited their enthusiasm.

Better to arrive at the right time than to arrive early.

When they entered the plaza, their eyes were immediately drawn to the giant screen, which showed the moment Satoshi encountered the cursed spirit.

Mei Mei's eyes lit up. "Sensei, is that Gojo Satoshi?"

"Yes," Yuki replied with a smile.

Satoshi really has matured over the last nine years.

I wonder how he'll treat me now that he's awake.

Utahime rubbed her chin. "Yuki-sensei, I heard people saying Gojo Satoshi can't use his Zanpakutō anymore."

Mei Mei nodded. "That's the word going around. They say he defeated the cursed spirit using a power called Kidō. It's strong, but not as overwhelming as his Zanpakutō was nine years ago."

Yuki frowned. "I hope there's nothing wrong with Satoshi's Zanpakutō."

She knew better than anyone how important Ryūjin Jakka was to him. It was his most powerful weapon. If he had really lost it, Satoshi's strength would certainly take a hit.

Just then, the replay of the assessment began.

Though Yuki and the others already knew the outcome, seeing it with their own eyes was another experience entirely.

Their expressions darkened when Shoko was captured.

But when they saw the conclusion of the fight, Mei Mei, Utahime, and the others all looked stunned.

"So strong!"

"Without even using his Zanpakutō, he killed the cursed spirit in one strike!"

"I can't believe he's still this powerful after sleeping for nine years!"

Utahime stared at Yuki in shock and noticed that her expression remained completely calm. As if this display from Satoshi hadn't surprised her at all.

"Sensei, what kind of technique is that? It's insanely powerful!" Utahime asked.

Yuki chuckled and shook her head. "I don't know either. But if you think that's impressive, let me ask—have you ever seen his Zanpakutō at full power?"

Though it was undeniable that Satoshi's current technique was powerful, it still didn't compare to the Ryūjin Jakka or Sode no Shirayuki of nine years ago.

Mei Mei and Utahime paled.

"That's... not even his full strength?"

"So, Yuki-sensei... are we going to become Gojo Satoshi's opponents?"

Yuki smiled as she watched Satoshi's figure on the screen. "Haha, who knows?"

...

Deep within the Tombs of the Star.

Information about the entrance exam had reached through the Tengen network.

A cold, indifferent blonde woman stood slowly. Her gaze turned toward the direction of Jujutsu High, though restlessness churned in her chest.

Gojo Satoshi... what is your purpose in collecting Sukuna's fingers?

This twisted child was the one existence that Tengen could not see through.

But Satoshi wasn't here, and no one could provide her an answer.

However, just then.

A strange surge of power passed through her body, and a dizzy, nauseating sensation followed.

Tengen staggered, nearly collapsing. Thankfully, the dizziness passed quickly, and she steadied herself before falling.

She inhaled deeply, her expression souring.

"Damn it. My body is becoming unstable again..."

She glanced down at the Zanpakutō in her hand, her expression suddenly growing grave.

"Urozakuro... hurry up."

With that, she began resonating with her blade again, trying to force it into Shikai.

...

Far away from Tokyo, in a garden in Shikoku.

Wind chimes jingled softly in the breeze, drawing the attention of the child cradled in a woman's arms.

The baby giggled joyfully.

Holding the child in one arm, Itadori Kaori lazily toyed with a sealed, wax-covered finger in the other.

"As expected of Gojo Satoshi... he really is impressive."

Even Sukuna couldn't stop him.

Even with his Zanpakutō sealed, he still wields such powerful force.

What a headache.

Suddenly, a violent surge of energy erupted from the finger, as if something inside it was trying to pull her in.

(To be continued.)

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