Can you guys comment where I go wrong? I know Gojo can be a pretty complicated character in terms of his powers and shit but it's always nice to learn something new so I don't mess up the next time.
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The Holy City of Strahl, as I mentioned before, was a hub for all kinds of religious people. Clerics, priests, monks, nuns, and who knows what else. From what I could see, everyone here had some kind of symbol, scripture, or holy charm dangling around their necks. The air itself seemed cleaner, almost unnaturally so, like the city was trying too hard to live up to its name.
But honestly, from my experience in my old life and in all those games I played, religious types were usually the least interesting. Too uptight, too serious, and way too obsessed with moral codes. Not exactly my kind of crowd.
So, I wasn't all that excited to come here. Still, places like this always had a hidden charm. Beneath all the piety and preaching, there was usually something worth checking out. Maybe an underground tournament, a sacred relic that's more dangerous than divine, or a festival filled with food stalls and performers. Every city had its secrets, and Strahl was probably no exception.
Sooner or later, I would have to explore it properly.
Walking down the cobblestone road, I sighed, tossing the pouch of coins the merchant had given me up and down in my hand. The sun hung low in the sky, painting the white buildings with streaks of gold and orange. The streets were crowded, filled with people dressed in robes and light armor, each person moving with a sense of purpose.
I glanced down at my clothes. They were fine by my standards, but they definitely made me stand out. I could feel the occasional glance from passersby, curious or maybe even cautious.
"Maybe it's the blindfold," I muttered under my breath, smirking slightly. "Yeah, probably the blindfold. Definitely not getting rid of that though."
I adjusted it slightly and continued walking. Ignoring the stares was the least I could do. People always looked at what they didn't understand; it was human nature.
For now, I needed to find an inn and start thinking about my next steps. I had been too carefree lately, enjoying the novelty of this new world without much thought. Being cheerful was nice, but I had to remember that this wasn't the Jujutsu world. This place had its own rules and its own dangers.
Even though I had taken down a dragon like it was nothing, that didn't mean I could afford to drop my guard. There were probably things out there even stronger than me, and I wasn't about to get caught off guard. I had to stay sharp.
"First things first, let's find a place to rest," I said to myself.
After walking around for about fifteen minutes, I finally spotted an inn that looked decent. It wasn't large, but it was clean and welcoming, with warm lights glowing through the windows. A wooden sign hung above the entrance, swaying slightly in the breeze.
"Mel's Inn, huh," I read aloud. "Looks good enough."
I pushed open the door and stepped inside, the faint scent of wood polish and baked bread greeting me. Whatever came next, at least I'd have a roof over my head for the night
"Oy, oy, oy! Whatcha here for, ya weirdo?" a bald man with a rough face and a midnight-black shirt shouted from behind the counter.
He squinted at me and continued, "Ya might wanna open those eyes! Unless ya got some kinda weird disease, ya can probably get it cured by a priest in Strahl. Not too far from here!"
I just smirked. "My eyes don't need fixing. They're perfect."
With that, I pulled my blindfold down slightly, revealing the pearly, ocean-blue glow of my Six Eyes for the world to see.
"As you can see," I said with a grin, striking a few over-the-top poses, "I'm not blind. I'm perfection itself!"
The man stared at me for a moment, completely unimpressed. Then he groaned. "Shut up, ya cocky bastard! What d'ya want here, pretty boy?"
I paused for a moment, pretending to think deeply. "Hmm…"
I'd probably need to stay here for around five nights. That should give me enough time to sort myself out, take on a few quests, and get ready to head toward Strahl.
In this new world, my goal was simple: establish myself as the strongest while traveling far and wide. Along the way, I'd refine my cursed energy, eliminate my weaknesses, and experiment with this new force called mana. Maybe even set a few smaller goals here and there. But most importantly, I wanted to meet some interesting people. Traveling's only fun when you have good company.
"Any minute now," the innkeeper said impatiently, tapping his fingers against the desk.
"Five nights," I replied casually.
"That'll be five gold coins," he said, stretching out his hand.
"Here you go." I pulled out my pouch and dropped the coins into his palm. His gruff face softened as he pocketed them.
He handed me an old brass key. "Room number sixty-three. Second floor, end of the hall."
"Thanks," I said, giving him a lazy wave as I headed for the stairs.
The man grumbled something under his breath, probably another insult.
Opening the door with the key, I stepped inside and took a quick look around. Not half bad. There was one bedroom with a decent-looking bed, surprisingly comfortable for this level of civilization. There was even a toilet.
"That stinks," I muttered, covering my nose.
"Like, real bad. I won't be using that."
Still, it wasn't a bad place overall.
Alright, it's good to see that I've got myself sorted out. I've got a roof over my head, a bed to crash on, and some cash to spare. Now I just need to focus on what to do next.
"Information," I said to myself. That's what I needed. It's crucial and something I want a whole lot of. Gathering information would be my main goal before traveling to another place.
I'd have to learn the basics of this world: the lore about demons, elves, and other creatures, how magic works, what kind of power is considered "normal" here, and the general timeline of events. Basically, all the stuff that locals know instinctively just by living here.
I flopped down on the bed, letting out a quiet sigh. It was surprisingly soft.
I wonder if Yuji and Yuta managed to defeat Sukuna… I still kind of miss them. They're probably bawling their eyes out over me right now.
And Megumi… I hope he's alright.
Utahime's probably crying too, though knowing her, she's also screaming and calling me an idiot between sobs.
I let out a small smile. Even if I'm in a new world now, part of me still hopes they're doing okay
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