On the other side, in the master bedroom of the Gojo Cn.

  At this moment, the elderly patriarch was leisurely reading a newspaper, his expression one of deep satisfaction. The headlines announced that Shunichi had successfully been promoted to a Grade 1 Sorcerer, a piece of news that pleased him greatly.

  However, what intrigued him even more was Shunichi's apparent support for Satoshi.

  To the old man, this was a surprising turn of events. After all, Shunichi was once a staunch member of the Twin Curse Faction, a group that had cshed with Satoshi over the handling of cursed tools.

  "Satoshi, you can't hide anymore, even if you wanted to. Once Shunichi reveals your abilities, that carefree life of yours will be over..."

  "Since Kumaen has already begun taking over the cn's affairs, that should align with your wishes."

  "I just wonder... when will Kumaen realize that everything he's doing is, in the end, simply paving the way for you?"

  A smile spread across the old man's wrinkled face, his skin marked with the passage of time.

  Even though Inamichi had treated him, his lifespan was reaching its limit. He likely wouldn't survive past the end of the year.

  But despite that, he felt at peace. He had discovered Satoshi, someone who could truly carry the future of the Gojo Cn.

  He believed that after his passing, under the combined leadership of Satoru and Satoshi, the cn would thrive even more than before.

  "Satoshi, I look forward to seeing just how far you'll go..."

  ---

  Jujutsu Bcksmith Association

  Within the association headquarters, two renowned cursed tool masters, Hirai Taketa and Gota Yosuke, exchanged solemn gnces before handing a newspaper to Kamo Shin, the grandmaster standing beside them.

  "President, Gojo Satoshi has successfully forged a second Zanpakutō."

  Both of them wore bitter expressions.

  As veterans in the art of crafting cursed tools, neither had expected that in their sixties and seventies, they would be surpassed by a mere six-year-old child.

  At this rate, Satoshi was fully qualified to be recognized as a master of cursed tools, especially with the creation of these two unique Zanpakutō.

  However, was it truly a good thing for the Jujutsu Bcksmith Association to have such a young master among them?

  Holding the newspaper, Kamo Shin remained silent. His hand tightened slightly, veins subtly bulging.

  Though his face dispyed a composed expression, any keen observer could see the underlying excitement in his eyes.

  After a moment, Kamo Shin finally spoke.

  "We should celebrate. With Gojo Shunichi's promotion, the entire jujutsu world will have no choice but to pay greater attention to cursed tools."

  His words sent shockwaves through the room.

  Hirai Taketa and Gota Yosuke stared at him in disbelief.

  Wait, what's going on? The president is actually congratuting Gojo Satoshi? Wasn't he always against Zanpakutō before?

  Does this mean that our association is considering bringing Gojo Satoshi into our ranks? Could we even learn the forging methods behind Zanpakutō?

  If Gojo Satoshi is willing to share his forging techniques, there's no reason he can't officially join the Jujutsu Bcksmith Association.

  Given the Kamo Cn's influence, this shouldn't be too difficult, right? Since he's forging cursed tools, isn't it only natural for him to contribute to the association?

  The subtle shift in Kamo Shin's stance immediately sparked different thoughts among the association members.

  After all, the Gojo Cn was not an opponent to be taken lightly. If the Jujutsu Bcksmith Association openly antagonized Satoshi, the outcome could be disastrous.

  However, beneath his composed exterior, Kamo Shin's mind was clouded with darkness.

  The Kamo Cn, already infamous for producing some of history's most notorious sorcerers, was considered the most morally bankrupt family in the jujutsu world.

  And now, as the president of the Jujutsu Bcksmith Association, what reason did he have to stray from that reputation?

  The Kamo Cn thrived on blood and ambition. Only through sacrifice could true progress be achieved.

  A sharp glint flickered in Kamo Shin's eyes.

  If Gojo Satoshi could truly normalize Zanpakutō as cursed tools, the entire field of cursed tool craftsmanship would be turned on its head.

  And as the undisputed authority in the field, how could he, Kamo Shin, allow a mere six-year-old to challenge him?

  ---

  Gojo Cn – Forge Room

  "Satoshi! Shunichi has officially been promoted to a Grade 1 Sorcerer!"

  Excitedly, Satoru rushed into the forge, eager to share the news with Gojo Satoshi.

  Though Shunichi was no longer Satoru's personal bodyguard, Satoru was genuinely happy for his achievement.

  However, what puzzled him was how calm Satoshi remained, as if he had expected this outcome all along.

  Wait... is Satoshi really that confident in his Zanpakutō? Does he truly believe that Shunichi's promotion was guaranteed because of Suzumushi?

  Well, that makes sense. Suzumushi is incredibly powerful. It's only natural for Satoshi to be sure of his success.

  Seeing Satoshi's composed demeanor, Satoru found it... strangely cool.

  What he didn't know, however, was that Satoshi's indifference had nothing to do with confidence.

  Rather, he simply already knew the result.

  After all, he had personally participated in Shunichi's promotion test, witnessing firsthand how Suzumushi helped him repel a Special Grade Cursed Spirit, securing his advancement.

  "Then, let's wait for Uncle Shunichi to return!" Satoshi said casually before gncing at Satoru. "Actually, Satoru, come with me to the cursed tool storage room. Let's see if there are any materials suitable for forging a new cursed tool."

  Now that Suzumushi's existence had been revealed, Satoshi figured he wouldn't encounter as many obstacles when searching for materials this time.

  "Oh? Satoshi, it looks like you've already got something in mind!"

  A mischievous glint appeared in Satoru's eyes as he perked up.

  Next, Satoshi should be helping me forge my own Zanpakutō, right?

  I can't wait! Zanpakutō... Zanpakutō... I want a Zanpakutō like Sode no Shirayuki!

  Humming happily to himself, Satoru was already daydreaming about how cool his future Zanpakutō would be.

  Meanwhile, Satoshi, standing beside him, could only sigh.

  Satoru hadn't even obtained a Zanpakutō yet, what was he so excited about?

  Wasn't this just putting unnecessary pressure on him?

  To forge a suitable Zanpakutō, he needed to find a cursed tool compatible with its abilities first.

  Satoru, whether or not your Zanpakutō becomes a reality depends entirely on the cursed tools avaible in the storage room...

  Ignoring Satoru's overenthusiastic rambling, Satoshi turned and left the forge, Sode no Shirayuki in hand.

  Noticing Satoshi's departure, Satoru quickly followed.

  He wanted to witness the birth of his own Zanpakutō, starting with the selection of a cursed tool...