The air in Inazuma crackled with tension as Fu Gu made his way deeper into the wilderness. He was still riding high from his earlier confrontation with Kujou Sara, but the weight of something heavier loomed ahead. There were rumors of rogue samurai and bandits causing chaos along the countryside, and something in his gut told him this was the perfect opportunity to cut loose and push his limits.
But first—he had to get used to fighting with more than just Gojo's flashy techniques.
**I've been relying too much on Infinity and Blue... maybe it's time to remind myself that fists work just fine too.**
As if on cue, a group of rogue samurai appeared in the distance, led by a towering figure clad in dark armor. Their leader, wielding a massive sword, seemed to exude an aura of brute strength. He was no ordinary opponent.
"Hey! You there!" the leader barked, pointing his sword at Fu Gu. "This is our territory. Hand over your valuables, or we'll take them from your corpse."
Fu Gu stood there, hands casually in his pockets, his signature cocky grin spreading across his face. "You guys always this friendly? Or is it my lucky day?"
The leader snarled and charged forward with surprising speed, his sword cutting through the air with a deadly arc. Fu Gu's eyes lit up with excitement. **Finally, a chance to cut loose.**
He raised his hand, preparing to activate *Infinity*, but then he stopped himself. **No. Not this time. Let's do this the old-fashioned way.**
In a blur of movement, Fu Gu ducked beneath the swing of the massive sword and launched a powerful right hook, his fist glowing with cursed energy. The punch connected with the samurai's armored chest, and the impact sent a shockwave through the air. The leader was thrown back several feet, crashing into the ground.
The rogue samurai who stood nearby froze, shocked by the sheer force of Fu Gu's attack.
Fu Gu flexed his fingers, feeling the familiar crackle of cursed energy coursing through his body. **That felt good.**
The leader groaned as he struggled to his feet, his armor dented from the punch. "Y-You... What the hell are you?!"
Fu Gu tilted his head, his grin widening. "Just a guy who likes to punch things really, really hard."
The leader let out a roar and charged again, but this time, Fu Gu was ready. As the samurai's sword came down, Fu Gu sidestepped, his movements as fluid as water, before delivering a rapid series of punches, each one coated in cursed energy. His fists moved like lightning, every strike carrying the force of a sledgehammer.
**This... this is what I've been missing. The thrill of close combat.**
With one final punch, Fu Gu sent the leader sprawling, his armor shattered, his sword lying broken beside him.
The remaining rogue samurai hesitated, glancing between their fallen leader and Fu Gu. They were clearly no match for him.
"You guys can run now," Fu Gu said, his voice casual. "Unless you want to end up like your boss."
Without another word, the remaining samurai scattered, disappearing into the forest. Fu Gu watched them go, shaking his head in amusement. **Too easy.**
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As Fu Gu continued his journey, he found himself once again reflecting on his powers. It wasn't just about relying on his techniques anymore. **Gojo wasn't all about flashy moves. He was fast, precise, and could turn a simple punch into something devastating.**
His thoughts were interrupted by a familiar presence approaching from behind. He turned to see none other than Ayaka, her blade sheathed at her side, her expression calm but curious.
"You've been busy," she said, her voice as gentle as always.
Fu Gu smirked. "Just keeping the roads clear of trouble. What brings you out here?"
Ayaka hesitated for a moment, her gaze flickering to the defeated samurai scattered around them. "I wanted to thank you for your help the other day... against the Shogun. You didn't have to step in, but you did."
Fu Gu scratched the back of his head, slightly embarrassed. "Well, you know... I couldn't just stand by and let her fry you. Plus, it was kind of fun."
Ayaka smiled softly. There was something different about her today, something more thoughtful, almost contemplative. She seemed to be studying him, as if trying to understand what made him tick.
"I've been curious," she began, her voice quiet. "You... you don't seem like the kind of person who fights for the sake of power or recognition. So why do you fight?"
Fu Gu raised an eyebrow. It wasn't a question he'd expected from someone like Ayaka. He shrugged. "Honestly? I fight because it's fun. The thrill of pushing myself, seeing how far I can go—that's what drives me."
Ayaka's eyes widened slightly at his answer. "But... you risked your life for me. That wasn't just for fun, was it?"
Fu Gu's grin faltered for a moment, his expression softening. "No... that wasn't just for fun."
There was a brief silence between them, and Fu Gu could feel the weight of her gaze on him. **She's trying to figure me out. I can see it.**
Before the conversation could go any further, however, the sky above them darkened, and a low rumble of thunder echoed in the distance. Fu Gu looked up, his senses immediately on high alert. **Something's coming.**
The air grew thick with tension as lightning crackled through the clouds, and a familiar, imposing figure descended from the heavens—Raiden Shogun.
Ayaka stepped back, her hand instinctively moving to her blade. "The Shogun... why is she here?"
Fu Gu's eyes narrowed as Raiden landed before them, her expression unreadable, her hand resting on the hilt of her sword. The sheer pressure of her presence was enough to make the ground tremble.
"Fu Gu," Raiden said, her voice as cold as ice. "I've come to test your strength once again. Show me if you truly deserve the power you wield."
Fu Gu's pulse quickened. This was what he'd been waiting for—another chance to fight, to push himself to the limit. But this time, he wouldn't rely solely on his techniques.
Raiden's sword gleamed with crackling energy as she drew it, her eyes fixed on Fu Gu. The air around them buzzed with electricity, and Fu Gu could feel the weight of her challenge.
"Alright," Fu Gu muttered, cracking his knuckles. "Let's do this."
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The fight began in a flash of movement. Raiden lunged forward, her blade slicing through the air with deadly precision. Fu Gu barely had time to react, activating *Infinity* to block her strike.
But Raiden wasn't holding back. With a swift motion, she unleashed a barrage of slashes, each one faster and more powerful than the last. Fu Gu dodged and deflected as best he could, but the sheer speed of her attacks was overwhelming.
**She's not playing around,** Fu Gu thought as he narrowly avoided another strike. **If I don't step it up, I'm done for.**
With a burst of cursed energy, Fu Gu coated his fists in black, shimmering energy—*Black Flash*. He lunged forward, meeting Raiden's next attack head-on, his fist colliding with her sword. The shockwave from the impact sent ripples through the air, and for a moment, it seemed like the two were evenly matched.
But Raiden's power was relentless. With a final, devastating swing of her sword, she unleashed her ultimate technique—*Musou no Hitotachi*. The energy from her blade cut through Fu Gu's *Infinity* like it was nothing, sending him crashing to the ground.
Fu Gu lay there for a moment, dazed, his body aching from the impact. **Damn... she's good.**
But even as he struggled to his feet, he couldn't help but smile. **This is what I wanted. A real challenge.**
Raiden stood over him, her expression unreadable. "You fought well," she said, her voice cold but not unkind. "But you are not yet ready to face the true power of the Electro Archon."
Fu Gu wiped the blood from his lip, grinning despite the pain. "I'll get there. Trust me."
Raiden's eyes lingered on him for a moment before she turned and disappeared into the storm.
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**End of Chapter 7**
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In this chapter, Fu Gu uses more physical combat, integrating *Black Flash* and cursed energy-infused punches to make the fight more dynamic. Raiden's entrance escalates the tension, and their fight showcases a balance between his growing strength and the overwhelming power of the Shogun, leaving room for future growth and rematches. Let me know how it feels! If it's bad let me know your thoughts on it.