I Won't Easily Trust You

"Boom!"

Kinji Hakari and Kirara Hoshi were dragged deep into the sewer, to a wide area surrounded by thick steel pipes, the air filled with a foul stench.

The two, regaining their senses, used their Cursed Energy to sever the white threads and landed safely, temporarily suppressing their bleeding wounds with Cursed Energy.

"This must be the Cursed Spirit's nest!"

Kinji Hakari's expression grew serious.

Using the light emitted by their Cursed Energy, they saw their surroundings clearly.

Countless white threads crisscrossed, and this vast sewer had been completely taken over by the enemy.

What's more, in mid-air, prey resembling cocoons were hanging upside down. Judging from their appearance, these were all humans.

In the darkness, pairs of glowing green eyes lit up, surrounding the two.

"One, two, three..."

"Seven Grade 2s, one Grade 1!"

Kirara Hoshi sensed the aura of the surrounding Cursed Spirits, sweat beading on his forehead.

One Grade 2 was manageable, but seven of them, plus a Grade 1, this was beyond the scope of the mission, wasn't it?

"Kirara, are you scared?"

Kinji Hakari calmed down. He didn't feel fear despite being surrounded. On the contrary, in such a desperate situation, knowing escape was impossible, his heart gradually began to race with excitement.

"What do you think?" Kirara Hoshi shot him a look. Wasn't he scared in this situation?

He wasn't some pervert.

"To be reborn from death, there's nothing to fear. Besides, Teacher Zenin is still outside. As long as we hold on until he arrives, all our problems will be solved."

Kinji Hakari's mindset shifted. The worst outcome was death, but by giving it their all, there was still a glimmer of hope. Now, it was a matter of seeing who had better luck between them and the Cursed Spirits, and who would die first!

"Go!"

Kinji Hakari initiated his Cursed Technique first, launching an attack.

Seeing this, Kirara Hoshi could only endure the pain in his abdomen and activate his Cursed Technique, cooperating with Kinji Hakari.

"Hiss!!"

Several Cursed Spirits attacked simultaneously, seven or eight white threads shooting towards the two like spikes.

The Grade 1 Cursed Spirit was about two meters tall, constantly spitting poison to interfere while also controlling the Grade 2 Cursed Spirits to coordinate.

In just a few seconds, Kinji Hakari and Kirara Hoshi were heavily wounded.

"Pfft!"

Kirara Hoshi had a limited number of marks he could place, unable to mark so many Cursed Spirits. He was hit by several white threads, his arms and thighs pierced. He was stuck to a giant spider web, unable to exert any strength, his consciousness beginning to blur.

"Kirara!"

Kinji Hakari clutched his left arm and quickly retreated, trying to save Kirara Hoshi.

But the Cursed Spirits gave him no opportunity, and several attacks came from all directions simultaneously. As expected, Kinji Hakari was about to be turned into a pincushion.

However, facing so many attacks, Kinji Hakari seemed to give up resisting, standing still without dodging. He stared at the Grade 1 Cursed Spirit, a hint of madness appearing in his eyes, "Is this the end? Then let's gamble!"

He formed a hand seal in front of him, and all his Cursed Energy erupted, "Domain... Expansion!"

At the most dangerous moment, he unleashed the Domain Expansion that every Sorcerer yearned to master. The surroundings began to tremble, and a powerful Cursed Energy formed an independent space, pulling all the Cursed Spirits into it.

Domain Expansion, Gambler's Ruin!

"Hiss!"

The Cursed Spirits pulled into the domain were instantly unable to attack Kinji Hakari, and could only watch as he began to draw lots.

Meanwhile.

Outside, Shinsuke Zenin's figure also appeared. Seeing Kirara Hoshi hanging on the spider web, and sensing his aura, he breathed a sigh of relief. As long as he was alive. Then, he turned to look at the barrier with cracks appearing next to it, looking somewhat surprised.

"This kid is pretty good."

To master Domain Expansion during a simple Grade 2 assessment mission, even if it was just a half-baked version, as long as he succeeded once, there would be a next time.

"Teacher Shinsuke, you've arrived..."

Kirara Hoshi forced his eyes open, looking at the blurry figure before him. "Teacher, is Kinji okay..."

"He's fine, you should rest well first."

Shinsuke Zenin pulled Kirara Hoshi off the spider web and laid him flat on the ground.

Just then, Geto Suguru arrived at the scene. Seeing the domain that was on the verge of shattering, he was also taken aback. "Is this a freshman from this year?"

A freshman can already use Domain Expansion?

"You've arrived at the perfect time, quickly help him treat his injuries."

Looking at Geto Suguru, Shinsuke Zenin spoke without any pleasantries.

"You want me to help him heal? Hey, hey, have you even considered our positions!"

Geto Suguru completely failed to understand this person's thought process.

He was a Curse User now, and Jujutsu High was his enemy. Why should he help his enemy?

"Alright, alright, I won't fight you for this Cursed Spirit, okay?"

Shinsuke Zenin made a concession.

"You said it."

Hearing this, Geto Suguru's eyes lit up. He immediately summoned a Cursed Spirit and had it briefly treat Kirara Hoshi's injuries, stopping the bleeding, bandaging the wounds, and stabilizing his condition.

"Crack!"

At that moment, the domain, covered in cracks, exploded with a roar. Kinji Hakari was blasted out and caught by Shinsuke Zenin.

Seeing the familiar face appear, a hint of a smile surfaced on Kinji Hakari's face. He had lost, and yet he had won.

His luck was very good; it was his first time successfully using Domain Expansion. But his luck was also bad, because he hadn't drawn the grand prize and hadn't defeated the Cursed Spirit.

In summary, his good luck was a bit stronger; at least it lasted until his teacher arrived.

"Roar--!"

A three-meter-tall spider Cursed Spirit let out an angry roar. It had almost been killed by this human.

If it hadn't swallowed seven Grade 2 Cursed Spirits in time, it would have lost.

Looking at this Cursed Spirit that had reached Quasi-Special Grade, Shinsuke Zenin felt a stir of interest.

"You promised me, no interfering!"

Geto Suguru quickly summoned two Cursed Spirits. The Rainbow Dragon, possessing extreme durability and at least a Grade 1 level, instantly appeared and began to tear at the Cursed Spirit that had just advanced to Quasi-Special Grade.

Simultaneously, a three-meter-tall, one-eyed, chubby Buddha emerged from the ground, a skull necklace around its neck.

The Grade 1 Cursed Spirit, Skull Daruma, possessed immense destructive power and impact.

The moment it appeared, it punched through the spider Cursed Spirit's abdomen. Combined with the Rainbow Dragon, it took down the Cursed Spirit in moments.

Firmly swallowing the Quasi-Special Grade Cursed Spirit, Geto Suguru felt a sense of relief.

"Is it that serious? I said I wouldn't fight you for it, why the rush?"

Shinsuke Zenin's lips twitched slightly. When had this kid Geto become so impatient? He didn't seem like a villain at all.

"Hmph, I won't trust you so easily."

After absorbing the Cursed Spirit, Geto Suguru's expression showed a hint of joy. How long had it been since he had absorbed such a disgusting Cursed Spirit?

"I'm leaving. Hope I never see you again."

After absorbing the Cursed Spirit, Geto Suguru saw no reason to stay any longer and decisively departed.

Watching Geto Suguru's somewhat dashing figure, Shinsuke Zenin shook his head. It seemed young Geto still hadn't grasped the profoundness of Cursed Spirit Manipulation.

If he remembered correctly, Cursed Spirit Manipulation could absorb the Cursed Techniques of Quasi-Grade 1 or higher Cursed Spirits for one's own use.

"What a shame, a Quasi-Special Grade Cursed Spirit."

The thought that he had given up a Quasi-Special Grade to Geto for the safety of his students made him feel a pang of heartache.

Fortunately, Geto would eventually have to return it to him, and not only return it, but also spit out quite a bit more