Chapter 50: The Rise of the Zanpakutō (BONUS)
[During the borrower's battle, the corresponding experience is converted: Kendo Experience +1]
[During the borrower's battle, the corresponding experience is converted: Free Experience +1]
[During the borrower's battle, the corresponding experience is converted: Kendo Experience +1]
At the Gojo family mansion, Satoshi sat comfortably, feeling quite pleased as he gained free experience points from Shunichi's battle.
Although he hadn't personally participated in the mission, there was no doubt that his efforts had played a crucial role in Gojo Shunichi's survival.
The increase in Kendo experience signified that his potential in swordsmanship was still far from reaching its limit.
The increase in Hakuda experience meant he was getting closer and closer to unlocking Hohō.
After all, getting free power-ups without doing anything was one of life's greatest joys, wasn't it?
Satoshi had already anticipated Shunichi's decision to spread the word about Suzumushi.
But he didn't mind at all.
Just as he had stated before—the Gojo family was nothing more than a toy in the hands of his future self and Satoru.
Satoru, who saw himself as the strongest, would never concern himself with such trivial matters.
And as someone who possessed the power of death, Satoshi had no intention of worrying about the future development of the Gojo family.
If the clan could offer strong support, then perhaps, out of sentiment, he might help maintain its prosperity.
But if the Gojo family turned out to be short-sighted fools…
Then he wouldn't hesitate to let this decaying house crumble into dust.
For Satoshi, the most important thing right now was simple.
Getting stronger.
Zanpakutō.
Zanjutsu, Hakuda, Hohō, and Kidō.
Heavenly Restriction.
These were the three pillars upon which his strength relied.
By continuously forging Zanpakutō, and lending them out, he could ensure his power would keep growing.
By training in Zanjutsu, Hakuda, and Hohō, he could also gain free experience whenever someone wielded his creations in battle.
At this rate, it wasn't impossible for him to one day become a four-in-one warrior like Captain-Commander Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni.
As for the Heavenly Restriction, that would only grow stronger over time, so there was no need to rush.
In summary, the only thing Satoshi truly lacked right now…
Was time.
If he could survive long enough to witness the era when Satoru is split in two, then even if he were not invincible, he would at least be unstoppable.
Time is something no one can control.
Right now, the only thing I can master is Zanpakutō forging.
If I forge enough Zanpakutō, I can exchange them for time.
The sooner I acquire overwhelming strength, the safer my future will be.
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The Gojo Family
"Did you hear? Master Shunichi has been promoted to Grade 1 Sorcerer."
"That was expected, wasn't it? Why make a big deal out of it?"
"No, you don't understand! Master Shunichi encountered a Special Grade cursed spirit! He and the Yagyū family's Grade 1 sorcerer nearly died."
"What?! A Special Grade?! Even two Grade 1 sorcerers couldn't handle it?! Then… how did Master Shunichi survive?"
"That's the shocking part! Listen, I heard from the association that Master Shunichi defeated the Special Grade cursed spirit using a Zanpakutō forged by Young Master Gojo Satoshi!"
"Wait… that sword is really a Zanpakutō?! A weapon that allowed a Grade 1 sorcerer to survive against a Special Grade?! Master Satoshi is terrifying!"
"No wonder Master Yagyū Saemon lost so miserably in that duel. Turns out, Master Shunichi was using a Zanpakutō all along…"
"Damn, I wish I had one too. Do you think we have a chance of getting a Zanpakutō from Master Satoshi?"
"Master Shunichi is so lucky! I heard Young Master Satoshi has forged two Zanpakutō so far, his own Sode no Shirayuki, and the Suzumushi that Master Shunichi wields."
"I'm so jealous! And to think that Master Shunichi used to have bad blood with Young Master Satoshi… but in the end, Young Master Satoshi still forged him a Zanpakutō. Isn't that unbelievably generous?"
"Right? After all, Young Master Satoshi is a Six-Eyes wielder of the Gojo family, just like Young Master Satoru. That whole "Twin Curse Theory" Elder Kumaen mentioned before? Yeah, complete nonsense.
"Exactly! How could Young Master Satoshi be a curse upon the Gojo family if he's the one creating divine weapons like the Zanpakutō? He, just like Young Master Satoru, is the future of our clan!"
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As the announcement of Shunichi's promotion spread, so too did the details of the mission itself.
Despite Kumaen's attempts to suppress the information, he couldn't override the association's official report.
The details of Shunichi's battle, the Special Grade cursed spirit, and the role of Suzumushi were now public knowledge.
The sorcerer world had just received its first proper introduction to a Zanpakutō.
At first, the Jujutsu Association was hesitant about how to frame the report.
However, with Shunichi's incredible performance, and Hidetsugu's silent approval, the details of the mission ultimately became a testament to Suzumushi's power.
This was the moment the Zanpakutō made its mark on the world.
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Ieiri Household
At the Ieiri residence, Ieiri Inamichi read over the association's latest report, his expression serious.
Previously, only a handful of families were aware of Satoshi's ability to forge Zanpakutō.
But now?
This mission had changed everything.
From this point forward, the entire Jujutsu world would come to know the name Zanpakutō.
"Shoko, did you hear? Another Grade 1 sorcerer has emerged from the Gojo family."
Shoko, who had been casually snacking, looked up in confusion.
"Huh? What's so special about that?"
Inamichi remained silent for a moment.
The Gojo family had already extended an invitation before.
But now… after seeing the full potential of Satoshi, he was hesitant.
His abilities were far greater than just forging a single Zanpakutō.
If he could continuously create different types…
Perhaps… it was time to seriously consider the Gojo family's offer.
Still deep in thought, Inamichi slid the association's newspaper across the table, pointing to one particular word.
Zanpakutō.
"Wait… Satoshi actually forged a second Sode no Shirayuki?!"
Shoko's eyes widened in shock.
She still vividly remembered him from that gathering.
She had assumed they wouldn't cross paths again anytime soon.
But now, she was reading about his Zanpakutō in the newspaper.
Even though Satoshi's name wasn't explicitly mentioned,
Everyone who knew the truth understood…
This entire article was praising Gojo Satoshi.
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