Living Off Avatars' Soft Rice Starting From Jujutsu Kaisen

"Seele, let's find a place to have lunch."

If he bought groceries and cooked them himself at this hour, it would likely be afternoon, so An Xiu decided to eat out.

"What do you want to eat, An Xiu-ge?"

Seele, walking beside An Xiu, nodded obediently and then asked.

"Anything is fine, I don't have any particularly disliked cuisines."

Whether it was Chinese, Western, Japanese, or anything else, as long as the ingredients and preparation weren't too inhuman, An Xiu liked to eat it. If he had to say what he was most accustomed to, it would be Chinese food, but that didn't mean An Xiu wouldn't eat other things.

"Why don't we just pick the best restaurant in the nearby city?"

When in doubt, choose the expensive option. It wasn't An Xiu's money anyway.

"Okay, I'll listen to you, An Xiu-ge."

In the afternoon, as dusk approached.

The afterglow of the setting sun illuminated the deserted road. Mahito, who had successfully stolen six Sukuna's fingers from the Director's Council, arrived at the meeting point on time, only to find Choso waiting there.

"Geto, why are you alone?"

According to the plan, Geto Suguru was supposed to be here with the others who had infiltrated Jujutsu High. Seeing only Choso, Mahito had a bad feeling.

Don't tell me that besides it and Choso, there were no other cursed spirits involved in this operation? Could it be that everyone else was caught?

In response to this, Choso shook his head.

"After the barrier was removed, I didn't sense any movement outside the Jujutsu High barrier. Leaking Pot, Hanami, and Choso didn't come out at the agreed-upon time, so I could only come here to wait alone."

Although he said that, Choso's expression was still grave. He couldn't help but feel a little surprised that the other cursed spirits hadn't come out.

"This operation was my oversight. I underestimated the strength of the Jujutsu World. Subsequent plans must be made carefully."

Choso said with a sigh.

"Are the human sorcerers really that strong? Apart from you, who didn't enter the barrier, none of the others managed to escape?"

Even as a cursed spirit, Mahito felt a bit of sadness hearing that his companions who had spent so much time together were gone.

Seeing that the atmosphere was starting to become oppressive, Choso quickly changed the subject and looked at Mahito.

Branches then broke through the ground, and Hanami and Leaking Pot, who had deactivated their stealth, were revealed from within the embrace of the branches.

"Oh, Leaking Pot and Hanami, you're not dead?"

"We were lucky to escape."

Leaking Pot replied in a low voice.

"What about the other three..."

"They've all been captured. We all underestimated the strength of the human sorcerers. Even though the barrier blocked Gojo Satoru, we were no match for just that newly promoted Special Grade human girl."

"We were able to escape this time thanks to someone who secretly helped us. The other party seems to have some goal and wants to cooperate with us, and hopes to meet with you."

"Us?"

Hearing this, Mahito and Geto Suguru looked at each other.

"Mahito is the leader we cursed spirits have nominated. As for Geto, it's because the other party specifically asked to meet the cursed spirit who could deploy a barrier to block Gojo Satoru. The content of their cooperation is likely related to this."

Leaking Pot explained, and Hanami nodded in agreement.

"Is that so? It sounds like we can try to contact them and see what their goal is."

Without doubting Leaking Pot and Hanami's words, Mahito simply rubbed his chin, thought for a moment, and then agreed.

Geto Suguru, on the other hand, was a little hesitant, but since he had already failed in his infiltration and the other party was offering a way to deal with the Jujutsu World, he decided to agree to the meeting. After all, even if the situation was unfavorable, he had to consider the possibility of cooperation.

Chapter 40: Makima's Challenge Again, An Xiu's Thoughts

"So, you set the meeting time for seven days later?"

In the evening, at the villa, An Xiu listened to Makima's report.

"After all, if we appear too eager, it might arouse unnecessary suspicion."

Since Geto Suguru hadn't immediately noticed the problem when Leaking Pot and Hanami returned, Makima felt that it was better to act cautiously. She believed that revealing their hand too early would only make them more passive.

"Also, after researching the Jujutsu system for a while, I have successfully mastered the technique of Binding Vow."

After finishing her report on Geto Suguru's situation, Makima informed An Xiu of her progress.

"The technique of Binding Vow?"

Upon hearing Makima's words, An Xiu, for once, showed some interest.

Binding Vow was a very practical technique in Jujutsu Kaisen. It was essentially a way to gain specific enhancements by voluntarily imposing certain restrictions on oneself, thereby paying a price.

For example, in the original work, the common practice of strengthening a Cursed Technique by publicly revealing its information to the enemy, or like Ryomen Sukuna, who permanently added a series of pre-attack animations and other restrictions to his slashing Cursed Technique, in exchange for an instant kill against Gojo Satoru with a zero-distance spatial slash without any pre-attack animations, creating the most famous scene in Jujutsu Kaisen.

The former was the simplest application of Binding Vow, which most sorcerers or cursed spirits with some strength could perform. The latter was a more complex application of Binding Vow, considered an advanced application, and only a few could master it.

The barrier that had been deployed in the forest during the attack at the Jujutsu High exchange event was also a very profound application of Binding Vow, exchanging the price of being unobstructed for everyone for the effect of being absolutely inaccessible only to Gojo Satoru.

It can be said that although the overall ceiling of the Jujutsu system is not high, Binding Vows are a very versatile ability, a rare highlight in the entire Jujutsu system. As long as you learn it, it's definitely not a loss. If you play it well, understand the principles, and can apply it to other systems, it's a high-end skill that can be used for a lifetime.

Now that Makima has specifically brought this up, it's bound to be more than just simple mastery. At the very least, she's mastered advanced Binding Vow techniques, which is why she's specifically reporting to An Xiu.

"Just as Master thought, I am already quite proficient in the use of Binding Vows. By establishing restraints, even the powers of a Herrscher can be strengthened using this technique."

"At the same time, I'm also making progress on Domains. If I have a bit more time, perhaps Seele and I will be able to master Domain Expansion like the cursed spirits and sorcerers in this world."

Binding Vows and Domain Expansion. The former is the most practical ability in the entire Jujutsu system, while the latter is the strongest.

Once these two abilities are mastered, Seele and Makima, who are already very strong, will receive new reinforcements. Moreover, this growth will be achieved through their own learning, without relying on the abilities granted by An Xiu.

Even without Binding Vows and Domains, Seele and Makima's strength would still be unrivaled in this Jujutsu World.

"This is indeed a very meaningful event, worth celebrating."

An Xiu beckoned to Makima beside him. Makima immediately understood, stepped up to the sofa, then leaned down, resting her face on An Xiu's lap.

"Tell me, what reward do you want?"

An Xiu asked while stroking Makima's soft red hair.

Makima smiled slightly in response, then subtly pressed herself closer.

"Master already knows what reward I want, doesn't he?"

"But it's getting late. If we don't go back soon, won't people notice something's wrong on your end?"

Feeling Makima's soft, springy body pressed against him, An Xiu's heart burned, but he still asked.

"I've already made arrangements with the higher-ups. The family is completely under my control, so even if I stay out overnight, there won't be any problems."

Makima said softly, stroking An Xiu's body, dispelling his concerns.

"The higher echelons of the entire Jujutsu World are now almost completely dominated. Furthermore, after the exchange event, my overt identity has also intersected with Master's. This means... Master can do whatever he wants to me now, and no one will question it."

Feeling Makima's closeness, An Xiu took a deep breath.

With things reaching this point, he didn't need to pretend to be a gentleman anymore.

If it's a battle, then let it be.

The next day, after a good wash and changing into a new women's suit, Makima said goodbye to An Xiu as she walked out of the villa.

"The Jujutsu World is now basically completely under control. During this period, I will often make time to accompany Master. This way, our relationship can become closer in the eyes of others, and I can also accompany Master during the day in Seele's stead. Please look forward to it, Master."

"Is that so? I understand."

An Xiu nodded in response, but his mind was on something else.

Yesterday, during his confrontation with Makima, without Seele's support and the Power of Creation, he, with only the strength and physical condition of a Grade 1 sorcerer, had barely managed to withstand Makima's offense.

He had been too careless this time. It seemed that his own strengthening also needed to be put on the agenda. Otherwise, with more and more avatars appearing, even if he always had Seele assisting him, he would eventually be defeated.

Even after a few more days, when Makima had completed the procedures for Choso's transfer, he would have to deal with the consequences of his actions. However, he was confident that he could handle it.

"I hope that after the system update, the new items in the mall's discount section will be useful to me."

But it wouldn't matter if there weren't any. At worst, he could look for something suitable for himself among the non-discounted items.

Meanwhile, after leaving An Xiu and Seele's villa, Makima went to a street and specifically hailed a car to take her to the Jujutsu Headquarters.

Even though Mahito had infiltrated and killed some people just the day before, as an important institution maintaining the operation of the entire Jujutsu World, the Jujutsu Headquarters would obviously not cease to function due to such a minor incident. Besides the increased number of sorcerers guarding the place, all other positions were operating as usual.

Upon arriving at the Jujutsu Headquarters, a woman dressed as a secretary immediately approached Makima to report.

"Madam Makima, the two people you specifically asked to find are already waiting for you in your office."

"Mm, thank you for your hard work. Please continue with your work."

Makima nodded at the secretary and then headed towards her office.

Chapter 41: Miwa Kasumi and Nishimiya Momo Summoned, Special Grade Sorcerer Makima

Arriving at the office door, Makima pushed it open and walked in.

Inside the office, two figures were sitting on chairs, feeling somewhat uneasy. Upon seeing Makima, they quickly stood up.

"Madam Makima!"

These two figures were Miwa Kasumi and Nishimiya Momo, whom Makima had rescued during the exchange event attack.

"There's no need to be so nervous. Please sit."

Indicating for the two girls to sit down again, Makima took two contracts from her desk and handed them over.

"What is this?"

Miwa Kasumi and Nishimiya Momo, who didn't understand why they had been summoned to the Jujutsu Headquarters, quickly looked at the contracts and found that they were employment agreements.

"In consideration of your performance during the encounter with the Special Grade curses, managing to hold out against the encirclement of three Special Grade curses until reinforcements arrived, and without abandoning your comrades, I, on behalf of the Jujutsu World's higher-ups, affirm your capabilities and hereby extend an invitation to you both."

"Would you be willing to serve as my personal guards?"

"Huh? Guards? Us?"

Hearing Makima's words, Miwa Kasumi and Nishimiya Momo exchanged glances.

With Makima's abilities, why would she need people with such minor strength as guards?

Moreover, to be frank, they didn't think their performance during the exchange event was particularly outstanding. If it wasn't for the fact that the three Special Grade cursed spirits didn't seem intent on killing them immediately, they probably would have died already given their strength.

On the other hand, Makima could easily exorcise the three Special Grade cursed spirits. Having them act as Makima's guards, if danger were to arise, wouldn't Makima end up protecting them instead?

Fortunately, despite these thoughts, the two girls weren't foolish and quickly realized that while the invitation was ostensibly for bodyguard duty, its nature was more akin to being a personal attendant, or more directly put, Makima had taken notice of their performance during the exchange event and was now inviting them to become her confidantes.

For two girls who, until now, had virtually no background, the opportunity to become a confidante of a high-ranking official in the Jujutsu World, especially one as powerful as Makima, who was likely comparable to a Special Grade sorcerer, was undoubtedly a chance to ascend to heaven.

However, if they accepted Makima's invitation, their time might not be as free, as guards would naturally have to stay by Makima's side at all times.

Miwa Kasumi initially had some concerns about this, as her family faced some difficulties, requiring her to become a self-reliant sorcerer early on to support them. She also needed to frequently take time off for part-time work to supplement the household income.

But soon, she saw the section on compensation in the employment contract.

"Each month... one, fifteen million yen?!"

Fifteen million yen per month meant over one hundred million yen in income annually, even after taxes.

With that level of compensation, let alone supplementing her family's needs, it was more than enough to allow her entire family to live comfortably!

"Thank you very much for valuing me, Makima-sama. Please, allow me to be your guard!"

Miwa Kasumi decisively signed her name on the contract.

"Kasumi, you..."

She had looked so concerned just moments ago, how could she sign faster than me?

Nishimiya Momo, standing beside her, clicked her tongue and then also signed the contract.

If even Miwa Kasumi had no reservations, then she certainly had none. Missing out on this opportunity might lead to lifelong regret.

Seeing that both girls had chosen to sign the contracts, Makima nodded with satisfaction.