10 Developments

(1 year later)

"Hmm.....I already finished the training in cursed energy manipulation and projection. Heck, it didn't even take me 3 months but I have to keep up the practice none the less."

*whistle*

"What to do now, Satoru can't frequently come since it would be too suspicious if we meet every now and then. It's only about once a month now. Well it's not like I asked him to teach me so that I can learn from him, even adult Gojo didn't have a knack for teaching let alone his teenage version. I can easily pickup on things after watching them but Gojo as a teacher would be way too good protection shield to pass on.

"Maybe practising martial arts is a good idea.Sould I join a dojo then?"

'Hmm, if I am about to do this lets set a goal.'

"I would have all the martial arts and sword techniques learned by the time I reach 12."

'Hehe, if any normal person proclaimed this people would think of him as crazy. But I definitely can't be slow with my progress even if I have an advantage.'

'If going by the events, this year would be the hidden inventory arc. A pivotal point that changed the world by giving birth to the enlightened Satoru and making Tengen vulnerable for Suguru's technique.It is also around that time when curses started getting stronger.'

'Should I warn Satoru about it in a vague manner. In any case Tengen won't get her vessel, as Satoru and Geto had already made up their mind to prevent it if Riko didn't agree even if she wasn't killed by Toji.

So atleast I can save Suguru from turning into a psychotic non-sorcerer killer by hinting them tit-bits to prepare for Toji.'

'But the butterfly effect would be massive. Suguru's turning villain was a major part of Satoru's character development. Not to mention, there is a chance either it would be Kenjaku's plans or some other factors that can trigger Suguru as well. Suguru's role in giving Yuta the drive and resolve to help everyone even at the cost of death resulted in Rika getting freed from her curse which can change as well.

Not to mention, Kenjaku's movements can become completely unpredictable if he doesn't get his hands on Suguru's body. There is no way he didn't have any alternate plans to commence the mergence without Suguru's abilities.

Fuck, so many complications. Let's stop thinking about this as it's not going anywhere. The only thing I can do is get stronger.'

"Time to utilize this body with hanma bloodline to it's fullest. Since I can't freely use my cursed technique just yet I will become strong by training my body to it's fullest. Haha, I guess I really do need to be like Asta for a while."

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"You are improving really fast but training is different from real battle. Your opponents would never hesitate to use any tactics at their disposal to counter you. Just being proficient in a technique and knowing how to utilise that technique to take down your opponent are two different things."

"You can't always rely on hand to hand combat to fight curses or sorcerers. Tools, talismans, there are many ways to fight an enemy. Ofcourse, I am not saying you become proficient in everything but know them enough to counter them. With your cursed energy most of the tactics that are usually deployed by a a sorcerer won't work on you but that doesn't mean nothing will."

Daisuke was lecturing Kazuhiko on how the battles in real life truly worked and to make sure he doesn't get caught off-guard due to his own ignorance.

' I initially wanted to train the kid seriously after he reached 6 or something since this is a time he should spend enjoying his childhood but I can't deny the reality. This is not just about having high reserves, it's like he is born for jujutsu. The way he handles cursed energy like it's his second nature and a body strong enough to compliment all that. Huu....I am really curious to see what technique he will awaken.'

"Hey dad, why are you emphasizing on sorcerers rather than curses. Jujutsu sorcerers fight the curses, right?" asked Kazuhiko even though he knew the answer to that.

"Ah, don't worry about it. Growing up you will realise that the humans are much more dangerous than cursed spirits.I just want you to beware of that fact."

"Your training is complete, although it has pretty much dumped all the plans I had made to efficiently train you but this outcome is even better."

"You have already grasped everything that can be taught to a sorcerer. You made learning special techniques like simple domain seem child's play. So, I can't teach you any new application of cursed energy. What you need is combat and practical experience. But that's something you will get only after you reach seven years old. It is pretty much an unofficial age when elders let the younger ones deal with weak curses to slowly build up their experience as a sorcerer.

Although that's mostly because it is around that time when the children awaken their technique if they have any."

"I have a suggestion, why don't you take a break and try to utilise this time to explore other things like hobbies and stuff."

"Whaat but...." before Kazuhiko could retaliate he was cut of by his father.

"You can still keep practicing martial arts while you are at it, it's not like you are wasting your time and...." Daisuke took a short pause before continuing.

"*sigh* You are smart kid so I will say it straight to your face. The world of jujutsu is gruesome, try to find something that will act like an anchor to help you alleviate your spirit. Anything like sports, games or something else. As long as you are not completely neglecting your training it's better to engage in the activities that you enjoy other than training."

"Okay...I guess." replied Kazuhiko still processing it since the topic had gone from east to west real quick.

Daisuke was about to leave the training room when he suddenly remembered something.

"It's been a while since we have gone to a nice family restaurant. Where would you like to go?"

"Uh....As long as they serve well on their menu anywhere is fine." replied Kazuhiko getting out of his stupor.

"Mhmm..." Daisuke nodded his head and left.

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Daisuke was sipping on his coffee while waiting for a friend of his in the cafe. It was morning Monday so there weren't many people in the restaurant making a perfect condition to enjoy a coffee in silence. Which although didn't last long.

"Hey Daisuke, have you heard Toji Zenin is dead, apparently by the hands of Satoru Gojo. I don't know the exact details but in the mission assigned to him Toji Zenin appeared out of nowhere and both had a fight."

Daisuke became wide-eyed after hearing the news. While Satoru Gojo maybe a special grade but Toji Zenin was a monster in his own right, the fact that the Zenins didn't even try to deal with someone who they considered a shame spoke volumes of his strength. And now that person was dead.

"In any case the Zenins must be happy that the stain on their name was disposed off without even them putting any effort." said Fumihito another 2nd grade sorcerer like Daisuke.

'I wonder if he had relative to mourn for him.'