Before Satoshi fell into his deep sleep, he entrusted Shunichi with the task of recovering Sukuna's fingers.
As one of the Gojo clan's core members, Shunichi deeply understood the danger posed by a Special Grade Cursed Object like Sukuna's finger. It was definitely not something that could be handled lightly. Otherwise, it wouldn't have been designated an S-rank mission by Jujutsu High.
After a moment of contemplation, Shunichi said seriously, "Acting head, the school will broadcast the entire operation live tomorrow. We should go observe in person. If Young Master Satoshi's strength hasn't fully recovered, we can still step in."
Kumaen glanced at him and nodded solemnly. "Alright. I want to see exactly what Satoshi is trying to do. Why is he so fixated on Sukuna's fingers?"
…
Kansai Region, Kyoto Jujutsu High.
In a classroom, Principal Yoshinobu Gakuganji was writing the details of the upcoming exchange event on the blackboard.
Apart from the teacher Yuki, two second-year students from Kyoto sat quietly in their seats.
Seeing this, Gakuganji nodded in satisfaction and began speaking in his usual stern tone.
"The new first-years at Tokyo Jujutsu High are about to enroll, which means the Sister School Exchange Event is just around the corner."
"This is not only a competition of honor for the schools, but also my standing among the directorate."
Everyone listened seriously—everyone except Yuki, who stared out the window, bored.
Gakuganji glanced at her. "Yuki, didn't you always love going to Tokyo?"
"This year, you'll lead the team there."
Yuki's expression shifted. She immediately groaned and curled her lips.
"Hey, Principal Gakuganji, can I pass this time?"
After all, he still hadn't awakened. What reason was there to go to Tokyo?
The moment she thought of him, Yuki's eyes dimmed.
Technically, they were lovers. But he had disappeared for nine years without a word.
Satoshi, you bastard.
Still, Gakuganji wasn't annoyed by her reaction. He simply chuckled.
"Oh? You really don't want to go?"
Yuki turned her face away, waving him off. "Nope. Even if I die right here and now, I'm not going to Tokyo."
As a Special Grade sorcerer, she had more freedom than most. Gakuganji, a Grade 1 sorcerer, couldn't really force her.
Forget school missions—she didn't even want to take on regular assignments anymore. Too many were just treating symptoms instead of solving problems.
Wasting time on an exchange event like this felt pointless.
Still, Gakuganji didn't press. Instead, he casually added:
"Tokyo Jujutsu High's incoming class includes Gojo Satoru, Gojo Satoshi, Ieiri Shoko, and Geto Suguru."
"It's worth noting that those who pass the entrance exam will likely participate in the exchange event. They'll be your opponents, along with Mei Mei and Utahime."
Yuki blinked.
One name in particular sent her heart pounding.
"Gojo… Satoshi?"
She could no longer maintain her cold exterior. Her gaze snapped to Gakuganji.
Joy surged within her. "Principal Gakuganji, does that mean Gojo Satoshi has awakened?"
"If he's our opponent at the exchange event, then I'll lead the team to Tokyo!"
In an instant, she had completely forgotten her previous refusal.
Gakuganji: "…"
Utahime and Mei Mei covered their mouths, hiding their laughter.
Gakuganji added, "That is the current enrollment list."
"But I can't guarantee that Satoru and Satoshi will actually be admitted. They've chosen the S-rank entrance mission, which no one has ever completed."
"This year's S-rank task is to retrieve one of Sukuna's fingers."
"It's the most difficult mission in our school's history."
The girls' expressions turned serious.
They had talent and strength, but even they hadn't dared attempt an S-rank mission when they enrolled.
Mei Mei chose A-rank, Utahime chose B-rank.
Even Yuki, now a Special Grade sorcerer, had only started with an A-rank mission and climbed the ranks on her own afterward.
Yuki frowned in concern.
Satoshi has been asleep for nine years. Now he's facing something as dangerous as a Special Grade Cursed Object?
That's reckless. I don't even know if his strength is still the same.
She took a deep breath and said, "Even so, I still want to lead the team to Tokyo Jujutsu High."
"We're leaving this afternoon."
Gakuganji: "…"
Utahime turned to her. "Eh? This afternoon?"
"Yuki, weren't you against going just now? Why the sudden change?"
Mei Mei smirked. "Well, her boyfriend just woke up."
"Being a little eager is normal."
They had all heard rumors about Satoshi and Yuki in the jujutsu world.
Yuki responded flatly, "If either of you don't come, I'll beat you both up."
Utahime, Mei Mei: "…"
…
Meanwhile.
In a serene courtyard, the wind played with the chimes hanging from the eaves.
A woman sat outside the corridor, gently cradling a child in her arms, making him giggle.
Suddenly, a shadow stepped out from behind a tree and knelt on one knee.
"Lady Kaori."
"I've brought the latest news regarding Sukuna's finger."
"Oh?" Itadori Kaori looked up, interest flickering in her eyes.
The shadow relayed everything—Jujutsu High's involvement, the awakening of Gojo Satoshi, and even handed over a photo.
Kaori glanced at the white-haired youth in the photo.
Cruelty flashed across her face. Her fingers curled, nearly tearing the photo in half.
"So, Gojo Satoshi… has finally awakened."
"Because of him, we've had to live in hiding these past years."
"I don't know why he's interested in Sukuna's finger, but we're not going to let this go his way."
A twisted smile formed on her lips.
"Time to begin our plan."
"Yes, Lady Kaori."
The shadow vanished as quietly as it came, and the courtyard returned to silence.
Only the wind chimes remained, gently ringing in the breeze.
"This time, let's see how Sukuna's fingers compare to Gojo Satoshi's might."
"Don't die out there, Satoshi."
She looked down at the little boy in her arms, pinched his cheek softly, and smiled.
"Little Yuji, you need to grow up quickly too."
The boy laughed in response.
…
(To be continued.)
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