Capítulo 11: Brothers

[Author Note]

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I need to talk to Naoya for his upcoming fight against Gojo. If he can't get past the limitless or wear him out, he will look like an idiot trying to punch the air.

The tournament is scheduled a week from now, so we still have some time to work on a technique.

There are a few ways to get past the limitless.

1. Overpower it with Domain Amplification [X]

There isn't enough time to teach him an advanced technique like Domain Amplification.

2. Domain Expansion for a Sure-Hit [X]

3. Cursed Tool (ISoH) [X]

4. Attacking Space Itself [BIG X]

5. Adaptation [X]

6. Running Him Out of Cursed Energy [X]

7. Making Him Drop the Technique Due to Stamina [O]

The only viable one that works for Naoya is to find a way to drain his stamina to the point of exhaustion. He has nearly unlimited cursed energy due to the Six Eyes, which makes the tactic of running him out of cursed energy off the table.

Looking around the compound to find Naoya, I run into Naobito in the halls. "Naobito, have you seen Naoya anywhere? I need to talk to him about something."

Squinting at me, he smirks. "Maybe if you call me by my title of clan head, lord, or Father, I'll tell you."

What the hell? "You're the clan head of one of the big three clans! Why do you care about something like that!?"

He raises his chin. "I guess you won't find out where Naoya is then."

Damn old man...

I move my mouth, but I can't help but gag. "L-Lord. Are you happy, you old geezer!?"

He smirks. "Thank you, Naohiro. Naoya is in the compound warehouse training for his upcoming tournament. I was on my way back to him. Would you like to join me?"

Glaring at him, I consider giving him the finger but hold myself back. '*Phew* He knows what he is doing. Calm down, Naohiro.'

Now that I have calmed down, I reply, "Yeah, I need to tell him a few things about the Gojo kid. What have you been teaching him for the tournament?"

Sending me a glance, he responds, "Projection Sorcery at its highest level can make someone fast enough to seem like they have teleported. I'm in the midst of teaching him how to use Projection Sorcery to raise his speed to the maximum. There is only one issue with the Gojo brat."

I knew where he was going. "Limitless."

Naobito closes his eyes for a moment. "Yes, the technique that can make one nigh-untouchable. In the hands of the Six Eyes, the person becomes invincible to all but the highest Jujutsu sorcery."

It would be troublesome if I didn't have my adaptation. I would have to learn domain amplification and/or domain expansion to get past his first layer of defense, let alone deal with [Cursed Technique Amplification: Blue]. I do not doubt that he will have a basic version even at eight years old.

I get snapped out of my thoughts when Naobito speaks up. "This will be the ultimate lesson he will learn as a Jujutsu sorcerer. Some hurdles are impossible to overcome. Everyone has limits, and people are born stronger than others. It's how the foundation of this world was built."

I snapped at him, "What, are you kidding me? You aren't even trying to help him bypass it! You're just going to let him get thrashed in front of all the big clans!"

He looked at me seriously. "Eventually, you will need to learn this lesson as well. Jujutsu sorcery isn't a smooth path. Every corner can get you killed. Jujutsu sorcery isn't fun, Naohiro; friends die, family dies."

This is one of the first time I have genuinely been pissed off. "Well, 'clan head,' I have no intention of letting my brother be humiliated by a crowd of people. I thought you were different than Ogi; it looks like I was wrong."

*Sigh* 'He will have to learn it one way or another.' Naobito said to himself.

Stomping off towards the warehouse, I realize that I'm acting childish. I knew. I knew all along that while getting strong, learning new techniques, and calling out domain expansion is interesting; this world is fucked up. Gege is truly making this place a nightmare for people.

Nanami told Yuji never to compare himself to Gojo. Gojo is a freak of nature that shifted the balance of the world. The only person strong enough to fight him was the strongest sorcerer in history.

However, I HAVE to surpass him. There is no being relative or living inside of his shadow. I was given these wishes to use them, and I'm not going to throw them away.

I've been too slow, too hard-headed, and too...

"Weak."

I tilt my head to cover my face. "Damnit..."

With Naoya

*Huff Huff* "I'm not fast enough! While I can keep up with Naohiro when he uses his normal speed, my Projection Sorcery isn't enough to rival him when he uses cursed energy!"

Naoya turns his head to the side as he hears a set of doors open. "Hey, Naoya."

He looked a little irritated that I interrupted him while training, but I needed to be here for him if he would stand a chance against Gojo.

Naoya turns his head back towards whatever he is doing and replies with a serious face, "I'm busy right now. Come back later; I need to prepare."

I look slightly sad before turning my face back to normal. "That's why I'm here. You can move around with Projection Sorcery all you want, but you'll need my help to overcome Satoru Gojo's limitless technique."

He didn't look convinced. "I have Father training me. I'd rather rely on him. Now, if that is all you came for, please leave."

I give him a serious look. "Naoya, Father wants you to fail to learn a lesson. I talked to him earlier, and the last thing I want to see is you losing."

He snapped his eyes to me. "I'm not going to lose! I'll beat that blue-eyed freak and show you. Show everyone I can stand alongside you as one of the strongest!"

I have to remember he is but a child. I need to change my approach to this.

I think for a moment before speaking. "Tell you what, if you can land a single hit on me in five minutes, I'll leave you alone for Father to finish his teachings. However, if you lose, you listen to me. I'll help you beat that 'blue-eyed freak.'

Naoya grit his teeth.

Looking at him intently, I tell him, "Naoya, I'm here for you. You aren't alone. Jujutsu sorcery involves death and suffering. Even if you become the strongest, all you will see is loneliness. I'm your brother, not your friend nor your servant. Let's beat him...together."

Naoya closed his eyes for a minute before opening them with newfound resolve. "Fine, but if I win the bet, you make me breakfast for the next two weeks."

I smile, "deal."

We both get into our respective stances.