Curse Returns, a gamble from the start, I awaken dual spells

As soon as Li Ren finished speaking, the temperature in the entire field plummeted.

Gray mist emanated from his body, spreading outwards as if it were alive.

Wherever the fog passed, the air seemed to freeze, the dazzling light of the crystal chandelier began to dim, and white frost flowers condensed on the dark green gambling tablecloth.

Kinji's pupils contracted slightly, but a smile remained on his lips.

"interesting!"

He moved his body, and a golden luster flowed across his skin, effectively keeping the cold air at bay.

The gray mist continued to spread, colliding violently with the golden light within the area.

Two distinct forces intertwined in the air, producing a piercing buzzing sound.

The spell patterns on the walls began to flicker, fine cracks appeared on the ground, and the air distorted due to temperature changes.

"Is this your domain?" Kinji felt the chill and a hint of interest flashed in his eyes.

"It looks impressive, but sheer presence isn't enough!"

He took a step forward, aiming straight for the man's face.

Li Ren did not dodge.

Just as Kinji's fist was about to strike him, gray mist condensed in front of him, forming a visible barrier.

boom!

The fist slammed into the mist, producing a dull thud.

Kinji's expression changed.

He felt the power of his fist being swallowed up by something the moment it came into contact with the mist.

That force vanished without a trace, like a clay ox sinking into the sea.

"This is--"

Kinji tried to pull his fist back, but found that his arm was being held in place by some invisible force and he couldn't move.

Not just his arm.

Even the golden light surrounding him began to dim, as if the mist was gradually stripping away the cursed power from his body.

Kinji finally realized what was happening, looked at Rito, and a look of surprise appeared in his eyes.

"Are you...absorbing temperature?"

"It's extraction," Rito's voice came from the mist.

The gray mist continued to spread, covering an increasingly larger area, and cracks began to appear in the golden domain.

Rihito slowly took a step forward.

Everything beneath my feet was stained gray-white.

The dark green gambling tablecloths turned to dust, the gold patterns on the walls began to crumble, and even the air turned the color of mist.

"My technique is called Zero Coffin. It does only one thing: remove all temperature."

Rito's voice echoed in the mist, carrying a detached indifference.

"When the temperature disappears, everything will stop."

"When movement stops, life stops, and the flow of magical power also stops."

"final--"

Rito raised his right hand, a gray light swirling in his palm, and then pointed at Kinji.

"—Returning to stillness."

As soon as he finished speaking, the gray mist suddenly accelerated its spread.

Ice-blue patterns began to appear on the surface of Kinji's body. He felt a stinging sensation on the skin of his arm, as if countless fine needles were piercing his pores.

"Damn it!"

Kinji gritted his teeth and violently channeled his magical power, trying to break free from the control of the mist.

But he soon discovered that the more he used his magical power, the faster it was lost.

The way this field operates is completely different from his "sitting and killing gamblers".

The "Sitting Killer" skill alters the course of battle by granting itself buffs, while this skill directly deprives the enemy of their ability to act.

"You bastard..."

Kinji clearly sensed that Rihito's domain was constantly clashing with his own.

Under the influence of the domain, his movements became increasingly sluggish, as if he were being frozen in place.

Meanwhile, the spinning wheel had stopped, but the patterns on it were scattered, and there was no winnings.

He realized that he hadn't triggered a new lottery draw for a while.

This means that he is gradually exiting the "undying mode".

"I see……"

A flash of understanding crossed Kinji's eyes.

"Your domain not only removes temperature, but it can also interfere with the operation of my domain?"

"Any spell requires the support of incantation power," Rito said calmly.

"When I remove all temperature, the flow of magical power will also be affected."

"Although your domain is a boosting type, it still requires the support of magical power to function."

"If the source is cut off, it's just an empty shell."

Kinji remained silent.

He sensed the logic in the rational person's words.

There are no complicated rules, no ever-changing effects, only one absolute law of physics—

When the temperature is low enough, everything will stop.

Even the power of the spell itself.

As the gray mist continued to spread, Kinji felt his consciousness becoming increasingly blurred.

But he didn't panic; instead, he smiled.

"Interesting...really interesting..."

"What kind of monster did Gojo train...?"

Just then, Rito suddenly released his hand seal.

The gray mist began to dissipate, receding like the tide.

Kinji's body was freed, and he was panting heavily.

He looked at Rihito, his eyes no longer filled with contempt, but with... approval.

"Why not continue?" Kinji asked.

"Because what I want are allies, not enemies." Rito withdrew his hand, his voice calm.

"That's enough."

Kinji was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter.

He stood up from the ground, dusted himself off, and then looked at Rito.

"You win."

Rihito was slightly taken aback: "What?"

"I said, you win." Kinji put his hands in his pockets and looked at Rito seriously.

"If you had continued to activate your domain just now, I might not have been able to withstand it."

"So, as agreed, I agree to help you."

Li Ren was secretly pleased, but maintained a calm expression: "Thank you."

"Don't thank me yet." Kinji waved his hand. "I didn't help you because I wanted to thank anyone; it's just because you touched me."

"move?"

"Yes." Kinji walked up to Rito and looked him straight in the eye.

Do you know why I've always refused offers from higher-ups?

Rito shook his head.

"Because those people at the top have never understood what 'gambling' means." Kinji's voice turned low.

"They only calculate risks and weigh the pros and cons, but they never place a bet."

"But you are different from them."

"You knew you'd be rejected at my casino, but you still came. You knew you'd have to fight to convince me, but you still came. You knew your chances of beating me were slim, but you still came."

"That's what a gambler is like."

"It's okay to lose, but it's okay to be afraid."

After hearing this, Rito remained silent for a moment before speaking: "So, you're willing to stand on our side?"

"Of course." Kinji grinned. "But let me make it clear first, I'll only help you save Gojo. I don't care about the messy stuff at the higher-ups."

That's enough.

At this moment, Zhang Xiang walked over from Xing Qiluoluo's side, carrying a tiger staff.

When Itadori saw Rito, he quickly went over to her: "Rito, are you alright?"

"fine."

"So...did Shin Kinji-senpai agree?" Itadori looked at Shin Kinji, who was standing to the side.

"I agree." Rito nodded.

Upon hearing this, Itadori breathed a sigh of relief: "That's great!"

Kinji looked at Rito: "What are your plans for the future?"

After a moment of silence, Li Ren slowly said, "Let's go back to the vocational college first."

"Although the college is now under the control of the higher authorities, there are still some teachers there who are willing to stand on our side."

"Furthermore, we need to confirm the location where Teacher Gojo was sealed."

Xing Qiluo then spoke up: "The higher-ups won't let you get into the college so easily."

"Then let's break in." Rito's voice was calm, but carried an undeniable firmness.

"I am no longer alone."

Upon hearing this, Kinji grinned and said, "Interesting."

"Let's go then!"