Fighting Aoi (17)

"We already have a strategy set up, and with one more person, that complicates things," Maki said. Confusion washed over my face as I interjected.

"Wait, you made a strategy, but I didn't hear any of them."

"And whose fault is that?" She shot back, her eyes narrowing in my direction. I simply shrugged in response.

"I mean, it's yours. You're the one in charge, so it should be your responsibility to make sure everyone is informed of the plan," I said, offering a defense.

Her annoyance was evident as she hurled her staff at me, but I managed to catch it with ease.

"You have a real talent for annoying me," Maki said, clearly vexed.

"That just means Gojo's personality is starting to rub off on me," I replied casually, tossing her weapon back. She sighed deeply, then proceeded to explain the strategy. I paid close attention to every word; I was determined to understand exactly what each person's role would be.

Meanwhile where the Kyota team was located.

The atmosphere in the room remained charged with determination. The old man's words resonated with a sense of unwavering resolve.

"Kill Sukuna's vessel, Yuji Itadori," he declared, his tone leaving no room for hesitation. "Do not think of the target as human. We will handle it and ensure it appears as an unfortunate incident. There's no need for restraint."

Mai, a member of the team, responded casually, "We're going to kill him? After all, he's only here because he can't die, right?"

The old man nodded in agreement and continued, "Yes. Furthermore, I've received information that his previous death was at the hands of his teammate, Kenzo Tatsu."

The room's atmosphere grew more solemn as the implications of this revelation became evident. The old man provided further clarification, saying, "It appears that Kenzo killed Yuji accidentally, as Yuji regained control of his body just as Kenzo's blade pierced his heart."

A collective understanding settled over the room. It was clear that this first-year student, Kenzo, had been able to hold his own against three-fingered Sukuna, a feat that was far from small. Few could claim such an accomplishment, and it provoked contemplation on the incredible potential of both Kenzo and Yuji. It was evident that only a select few, perhaps even Todo, could contend with such formidable adversaries, even though it remained a challenging prospect.

Little did they know that Kenzo had just survived that encounter, if the King of curse had opened his domain…Kenzo would have became K/e/n/z/o.

"To ensure the success of this mission, we must separate Kenzo from Yuji," the old man concluded, emphasizing the necessity of this task.

Todo's excitement was palpable, and his intention to challenge Kenzo was clear to everyone in the room. It was widely anticipated that as soon as the exam began, Todo would make a move to confront Kenzo.

Ignoring the old man's attempt to halt his departure, Todo turned to face him, his eyes gleaming with defiance. He delivered a stinging retort, "I won't take orders from someone like you. Your taste in women is as terrible as your personality, and I've decided not to heed your commands."

His words were sharp, and he didn't hesitate to make a direct threat: "If you try to order me around again, I won't hesitate to kill."

With that, Todo left the building, leaving a sense of tension in his wake. The old man, who seemed to keep his eyes closed, inquired about their next course of action.

"What should we do now that he's gone?" Miwa asked, seeking guidance.

"Don't worry about it, he will most likely rush toward Tokyo side" Momo said.

They then proceeded to make a plan on how to stop and attack every other member of the team efficiently and quickly.

Pov change.

With Maki looking extremely irritated, I couldn't help but smile, realizing what my next course of action should be after her detailed explanation of the plan. However, before she could respond or voice any objections, Gojo's voice suddenly blared over the speakers.

I stood there, momentarily dumbfounded, listening to Gojo's antics with someone he seemed to have a close relationship with. Then, breaking my reverie, I called out, "Todo's coming this way."

Just as I uttered those words, I deftly blocked a punch that was aimed straight at me. Todo's eyes lacked pupils, making him look like a raging beast as he relentlessly unleashed punches and kicks upon me. I skillfully defended against his frenzied attacks and, after a powerful block, sent him reeling with a swift kick.

Todo sprang to his feet, a peculiar determination in his eyes. It was apparent that he held an intense desire to battle Yuta, which had somehow been redirected toward me. I couldn't help but wonder about the origins of these intense emotions he harbored, as it didn't seem healthy for him to yearn for a battle so fervently.

With a confident grin, I declared, "Let's speedrun this." I immediately activated [Mana Enhancement], allowing my mana to surge, and employed my mastery over gravity to make myself feel lighter, preparing for the battle that lay ahead.

With a closed fist and unwavering determination, I rushed towards the burly opponent. My punch landed squarely on his chest, causing him to cough up a substantial amount of blood, and the air was forcibly expelled from his lungs through his nose. Despite the pain, he maintained a smile.

I might need to hold back a bit if I want to enjoy this fight…..

He retaliated with his own flurry of attacks, and I expertly blocked and dodged his strikes when I could. Suddenly, he initiated an unfamiliar technique. As I lunged for another punch, he clapped his hands together. In an instant, I found him  standing behind me,I hadn't move but he had the question was with what.  My punch met nothing but air while he seized the opportunity to strike me in the back.

[You've taken 80 damage], the notification indicated.

Realization dawned on me; this was his curse technique. He had the ability to manipulate space and position, allowing him to disorient his opponents or just simply teleport…probably by clapping his hands but he didn't move me...so what did he switch with?

I didn't falter. I rapidly repositioned using my teleportation skill, making it appear as if I had expertly dashed away from his incoming attacks. He looked stunned, his surprise fleeting within a millisecond before he dashed at me once more, determined to land a blow.

I block his punch before I once again punch him really hard in the guts, he was sent flying a couple of meter backs and before he could even understand what was happening to him, I was already behind him.

I punch him again and at this point it seemed like I was playing ping-pong with his body as it was like a kid in kindergarten trying to fight a middle a freshman in high school.

It wasn't fair, he seemed like he was enjoying it, before he try to kick to which I blocked but something weird happen as I blocked the hit.

Some sort of distortion was made in space as a black flash appeared as he kicked me and the power of his blow felt like they had become stronger squared power of 2.5.

…

Also, how the fuck could I tell that from a hit.

[Your left hand is now broken]

My left hand went limp as the hit that he threw landed and he had this look on his face.

I looked at my arms before I look at him and he suddenly felt really heavy, he felt like he was carrying at least 50 to 100 tone worth of weight and it was getting stronger but before he could do anything he got punch in the gut again but this time his body couldn't handle the power and he passed out.

I take out a healing potion from my inventory before I drink it.

[You healed 80damage]

[Your broken hand is now healed]

A/N yes..if he is not letting his mana leak then he is like Toji,no one can sense him which was one of the reason he was able to hold Sukuna back to begin with,he basically had skill that would make him a pain to deal with.

Also, he is holding back here like by a lot, when he goes all out he is barely 3-finger level(no domain obviously) but that still enough to take care of those characters.