June 18, 2000. The weather is sunny, the temperature is 28°C, and the wind is a gentle breeze. It's a good day for outdoor activities, but remember to use sunscreen.
Kyoto, the Zenin Clan Estate.
Zenin Naobito, the newly appointed head of the clan, took a sip of "Juyondai" sake. It was a famous sake known for being handmade and high-quality, with a rich, fruity taste perfect for those who appreciate fine liquor.
He let out a drunken burp, his body trembling slightly, his cheeks flushed red.
"So this is the little demon? Which generation of the branch family is he from? They only just discovered he was a talented sorcerer? What's his innate technique?"
Zenin Ogi frowned as he looked at the slurring Naobito, a hint of hidden resentment flashing in his eyes.
That position should have been mine! If it weren't for those two useless daughters holding me back! How could I have lost to this drunkard!
But, keeping up appearances, he calmed himself and replied to the man before him.
"Zenin Kiyoshi, from the twenty-seventh generation of the branch family. He has always lived in other countries and only recently came to Tokyo for a trip. He encountered a Grade 2 Cursed Spirit. Both his parents died. The kid who survived is named Zenin Kiyoshi. He was saved by that brat from the Gojo family, Satoru Gojo.
"Originally, the plan was to send him back, but we later discovered he's also a sorcerer. However, his innate cursed energy isn't very strong, so he probably won't amount to much. Still, he's better than the useless ones who aren't even sorcerers, so we let him stay."
As he said this, Zenin Ogi's eyebrow twitched, as if he had remembered a face that disgusted him.
Although his movements were subtle, the drunk Zenin Naobito saw everything.
But he didn't say anything. He just took another big gulp of sake. A little of the clear liquid dripped from the corner of his stubbled mouth onto Zenin Kiyoshi's file.
"Since he was saved by that brat Satoru Gojo, his life belongs to Gojo. The Zenin clan doesn't owe other families any favors.
"Satoru Gojo is 12 years old now, right? The Gojo family is planning to send him to Jujutsu High to be fostered, correct?
"Alright, send that Kiyoshi kid to Toji for a while. That guy is leaving soon anyway, so let him train a newcomer. It'll give him a reason to remember the family.
"As for the kid, send him to Jujutsu High at the end of the month. Let him repay his debt to Satoru Gojo. After he graduates, he can come back and serve the clan!"
The faint smell of alcohol came from Zenin Naobito's mouth. In his drunken state, he decided Zenin Kiyoshi's fate.
"Zenin Toji has no cursed technique! He's a... he's not suited to train a newcomer! Your decision is just..."
Before Zenin Ogi could finish, Zenin Naobito closed his eyes and breathed out a strong gust of alcohol-scented air. The smell made people wrinkle their noses.
"This is an order from the clan head!"
Hearing this, Zenin Ogi's face tightened. He gave the sloppy drunk Naobito a hostile look, said nothing, and left.
As the heavy, disrespectful footsteps faded away, Zenin Naobito slightly opened his eyes. He glanced at the file, now half-soaked in sake, and sighed.
The Zenin clan... is not a good place...
Meanwhile, in Toji Fushiguro's courtyard, Zenin Kiyoshi was led by a grim-faced man to the door of a rather remote house. The unpleasant smell from inside made him feel a little dazed.
It had only been a day since he transmigrated into this body, and so much had already happened. Now, he was sent to the Zenin clan. Kiyoshi couldn't help but feel that fate was playing a trick on him.
He had spent his days intensely arguing in online forums, seriously replying to posts with titles like "Raw Genius," "Challenger," "Huh? I'm fighting Sukuna?," and "We are Pure Love." Then, he fell asleep and transmigrated. Who could have imagined such an outcome?
He remembered when he first arrived. A monster with two faces and a bloody mouth was about to eat him. But just as it opened its mouth, a silver-haired boy in sunglasses tore the monster's head apart.
Then, the boy smiled at Zenin Kiyoshi and asked in a teasing tone, "Hey~ You okay?"
As he asked, Satoru Gojo tilted his head down slightly. His sunglasses slipped a little, revealing his beautiful eyes, which were like the sky.
Zenin Kiyoshi looked at Satoru Gojo. Although he was still in shock from dying and transmigrating, he instinctively thanked him.
Hearing this, the corners of Satoru Gojo's mouth turned up. He shook his head at Kiyoshi, his silver-white hair shimmering like a field of reeds in the sunlight.
"You're one of the few people who actually says 'thank you' to me. Here, I just bought this coke. It's cold, I haven't drunk it."
Satoru Gojo tossed him a can of coke. Kiyoshi caught it instinctively. The can was cool to the touch, with faint droplets of condensation on it.
After that, before Kiyoshi could say anything, Satoru Gojo was gone, leaving no trace, like a cloud scattered by the breeze.
And at that moment, a pleasant voice sounded in Zenin Kiyoshi's mind:
"Satoru Gojo's affection level +20. Current affection: 20/100 (Slightly Favorable).
Detected Satoru Gojo's affection level has reached 20%. Unlocking 10% of the target's ability bonus!
Current bonus: 10% Limitless Cursed Technique, 10% Six Eyes, 10% Total Cursed Energy.
Note: For every 20-point increase in affection, the next stage of bonuses will be unlocked. The next stage bonus is previewed at 30%.
This system is dedicated to collecting affection levels and will do its best to build you an irresistible charm."
Although the last note made Kiyoshi raise an eyebrow, he felt an unprecedented surge of power and still found it all a bit unreal.
But... can a simple 'thank you' really increase affection so much?
Before me, what did the people Satoru Gojo saved call him? A monster?
Just as Zenin Kiyoshi was lost in thought, an impatient and lazy voice spoke up:
"Only trash can live in a messy place like mine. Sending a sorcerer to me? The old man's brain must be soaked in alcohol. Is your brain broken too? This place is only suitable for trash like me. Don't bother me."
Hearing that voice, Zenin Shinichi's face showed a hint of disgust. He pushed Zenin Kiyoshi forward and said, "It's the old man's order. You have no right to refuse. This guy is the same type as Mai. To put it bluntly, he's a waste..."
Before Zenin Shinichi could finish, Toji appeared right in front of them without either of them noticing.
Toji was now less than 20 centimeters from his older brother. He could even hear the other's slightly quickened heartbeat.
The next moment, he grabbed the back of Zenin Kiyoshi's collar and pulled him behind him. Then, he glanced at the dark-faced Zenin Shinichi and said indifferently, "For the old man's sake, I'll take this guy. The rest of you should get out. You're not welcome here."
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