Ultimate Man [JJK X SOL]: Loading Golden Entries at The Start

"Ahem! Let's hold off on declaring a new 'strongest' until Gojo gets back," Principal Yaga Masamichi interrupted, clearing his throat to draw everyone's attention. His tone was serious.

After all, regardless of Ryuji's impressive display, Gojo was still a member of Jujutsu High, and the title of "the strongest" was more than just bragging rights, it was a point of pride for the school. Even if Gojo himself probably didn't care about the title, Yaga knew how much it meant for the institution's reputation.

"..."

Mei Mei shrugged, not arguing. She understood Yaga's stance; he was the principal, after all. She wasn't here to pick a fight over titles. Instead, she turned to Nanami, who had been watching the live stream quietly.

"You mentioned before that you've seen Ryuji's Domain. Was it the same one he just used?"

Nanami shook his head. "No. The Domain I saw last time was entirely different from this one. They're definitely separate Domains."

The room went silent as everyone processed this. It was hard enough for a sorcerer to master one Domain. But two?

Nanami continued, "Ryuji's previous Domain had a completely different atmosphere, one filled with bloodlust and menace. This one felt… colder. Like a calculated execution." He frowned, thinking back to the different Domains he'd seen Ryuji display. They were worlds apart in style and purpose.

"Two Domains?" Maki looked incredulous. "That doesn't make any sense. How can a sorcerer use two Domains?"

"Believe me, I'm just as surprised," Nanami replied, nodding. "This is the first time I've ever encountered a sorcerer capable of wielding two Domains. And there's a chance he could have more."

Mei Mei's lips curved into a sly smile, a glint of interest in her eyes. "Now that's something. I'd love to see just how far Ryuji can push his abilities."

Maki and the others exchanged uneasy glances. The concept of a multi-Domain sorcerer was unheard of, something they'd only expect to find in legends or ancient records.

"Is that even possible?" Maki asked, looking to Principal Yaga for some kind of assurance.

Yaga sighed, taking a moment to gather his thoughts. "Based on our analysis… it seems Ryuji's technique, which appears to be some form of copying, allows him to replicate even the abilities within a Domain. It's highly likely he's one of the rare sorcerers capable of wielding multiple Domains."

Everyone in the room went silent, awestruck by the implications.

"...Incredible."

"Salmon!" Toge muttered, nodding in agreement.

Meanwhile, inside Yuji Itadori's mind, Ryomen Sukuna had been listening to the conversation, and his usual smug expression had shifted into one of intrigue.

"Copy, huh?"

Sukuna's curiosity was piqued. The Domain Ryuji had just used—"Malevolent Shrine"—was one that Sukuna himself knew well, a Domain that had belonged solely to him. The realization that Ryuji had somehow copied it sent a chill down his spine, something he hadn't felt in ages.

"When did he get the chance to copy my Domain?" Sukuna murmured, his mind racing. Then it hit him. Could it have happened when he lost those two fingers?

Could it be that Ryuji somehow absorbed the technique by coming into contact with his fingers? It sounded impossible, but Sukuna was a creature of logic as well as pride. When every other possibility had been ruled out, the impossible became truth.

"Well, well… this just got interesting."

For now, Sukuna didn't care about the specifics. All that mattered was that his power, his Domain, had been duplicated and that was something he couldn't ignore.

Through Yuji's eyes, he watched Ryuji in the live broadcast, a dangerous smile spreading across his face.

"So, my two fingers are in your possession, aren't they?" Sukuna whispered to himself. "Fine… keep them for now. I'll just make sure you return them to me… personally."

With that, Sukuna retreated into silence, his mind now wholly fixated on Ryuji.

Back in the forest, Ryuji had no idea that he'd caught the attention of the King of Curses. After finishing off two special-grade curses, he looked visibly pleased, patting his stomach in satisfaction.

"That should do it. I'll be on my way," he said, turning to leave.

"Need a lift?" Gojo offered, hands casually in his pockets. His Limitless Technique could transport people across distances with ease.

Ryuji hesitated for a second, but then shrugged. "Sure, why not?"

Gojo placed a hand on Ryuji's shoulder, grinning. Suddenly, a notification popped up in Ryuji's mind.

"Successfully connected with target: Gojo Satoru. Golden entry available. Would you like to load it?"

"Oh?" Ryuji thought, surprised but pleased. Success on the first try, this was perfect.

In the next instant, Gojo activated his Limitless Technique, and both of them vanished from the spot.

"Uh..."

Ijichi, who was left standing there with the live broadcast still running, stared in confusion, scratching his head as he tried to figure out what to do.

With the main stars of the broadcast gone, there wasn't much point in continuing.

Clearing his throat, he turned back to the camera. "Ahem! Well, that's it for today's live broadcast, folks! As you can see, sorcerers are here to protect you. No matter how terrifying cursed spirits may seem, as long as there are sorcerers like Gojo and Ryuji, humanity has nothing to fear!"

Ending on a positive note, Ijichi quickly shut down the live stream. He didn't exactly feel safe standing around alone, so he hurried off back to the school.

But even though the broadcast was over, discussions among viewers were just beginning.

"Is this what a sorcerer really is?"

For most ordinary viewers, the power of the sorcerers was awe-inspiring. Knowing that such people existed to fight back the horrors lurking in the world made them feel safer. Some were even grateful, realizing how much they'd underestimated the danger that cursed spirits posed.

Yet for others, the live stream awakened a sense of ambition. They wondered, could they too become sorcerers? Could they acquire such power?

Meanwhile, the reaction among more influential viewers, particularly those from wealthy families and conglomerates, was different. They understood that the existence of sorcerers like Ryuji and Gojo could reshape the entire world order. And they weren't about to let this new era pass them by.

Plans were already forming. They were determined to find ways to recruit or ally with sorcerers, understanding that securing such power could mean the difference between survival and obsolescence in the world to come.

Ryuji and Gojo's conversation hadn't lasted long. Beneath his carefree exterior, Gojo was well aware of the struggles within the Jujutsu society and the burdens of his role. Despite his usual light-heartedness, he wasn't a cold-blooded person—if he were, he would have already done away with the corrupt leadership at Jujutsu High.

Before they parted ways, Gojo brought up one last question. "What do you think about… managing things?"

Ryuji could tell Gojo was serious. He'd been searching for someone with the strength and vision to take charge of the Jujutsu world, to shape it into something better. This was why he'd stayed at Jujutsu High as a teacher, to nurture the next generation.

But Ryuji laughed, shaking his head. "If I wanted to manage anything, do you think I'd still be a student?"

He had no interest in the bureaucratic mess that was Jujutsu High. Endless paperwork, constant interruptions—no thanks. Ryuji valued his freedom far too much.

Gojo chuckled. "Yeah, I figured."

"But," Ryuji added, his expression shifting slightly, "I'll keep an eye out for someone who fits the bill. Someone who can handle it."

He had no desire to deal with Jujutsu High's politics himself. But it wouldn't hurt to place that kind of power in the hands of someone he trusted. A plan was already forming in his mind.

Gojo raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "That's fair enough. I'll take whatever help I can get."

With a final wave, Gojo turned and teleported away.

Once Gojo was gone, Ryuji checked the notification still lingering in his mind.

"Golden entry: Domain Expansion – Infinite Void."

"Oh?" Ryuji's eyes sparkled. So he'd managed to copy Gojo's Infinite Void after all.

Even though he already had multiple abilities, adding the Infinite Void to his arsenal was a huge advantage. It was a rare control-type Domain that could overwhelm opponents with an endless flood of information, shutting down their minds. Even someone like Sukuna wouldn't be immune to its effects.

While Sukuna's regeneration might help him recover, in a battle, even a few seconds of paralysis could mean the difference between victory and defeat.

"Load it," Ryuji commanded.

The entry was successfully added to his growing list of abilities.

He opened his status panel, looking over the impressive array of powers he'd accumulated. But despite all these abilities, he rarely needed to use most of them. Still, better to have them on hand than regret their absence later.

Satisfied, Ryuji closed the panel and returned to the service club in a good mood.

Using his spatial displacement ability, Ryuji didn't even need to walk, he simply appeared outside the clubroom door. But the moment he opened the door, he was surprised by the scene inside.

The club was unusually lively today. Besides Rikka and the usual members, even the five Nakano sisters he'd met before were gathered here. At the center of it all was Shizuka, who looked both relieved and slightly exasperated.

The moment she saw Ryuji walk in, Shizuka's face softened. Despite her typically composed demeanor, he could see she'd been worried about him. Seeing him safe and sound put her mind at ease.

"Ryuji-kun! I'm glad you're alright," she said with a sigh of relief.

"As expected of you, Ryuji!" one of the Nakano sisters chimed in, admiration shining in her eyes.

"You're a real hero now!" added another.

"Yeah, that was amazing!"

The room buzzed with excitement as everyone took turns expressing their awe, showering Ryuji with praise. He could tell they'd all seen the live broadcast, and judging by their wide-eyed expressions, they were still processing everything.

Ryuji felt a little overwhelmed by the attention, but he kept his cool, giving them a relaxed smile. With a wave of his hand, he signaled for everyone to settle down.

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