"Tatsumaki, arrange a training ground for us. One that can withstand high-intensity battles."
Tatsumaki folded her arms. "Hmph. Ordering me around the moment you get back. Fine, since you're finally here."
She took out her communicator.
"Child Emperor? Give me access to the highest-level training ground. Yes, Sol is back, and he brought some people from another world for special training."
A young yet composed voice answered from the other end.
"Mr. Sol is back? Understood. Training Ground Seven has been cleared. Access has been granted."
Tatsumaki switched off the communicator and gestured toward Sol.
"Let's go. Take your friends and show them what a real training ground looks like."
She flew ahead without another word, and Sol motioned for the others to follow.
Walking beside him, Itadori asked curiously, "Sol, you seem pretty famous in this world. Who's that lady? She looks really strong."
"She is Tatsumaki, the Hero Association's S-Class Rank 2 hero," Sol replied casually, as though introducing an ordinary coworker. "She's one of the Association's strongest heroes."
"S-Class Rank 2?!" Itadori exclaimed. Even without knowing exactly what the ranking represented, it sounded incredibly impressive.
He secretly glanced at the petite figure flying ahead before whispering to Megumi and Nobara, "She seems to have an even worse temper than Gojo-sensei."
Megumi quietly warned him, "Keep your voice down."
He could sense an overwhelming pressure radiating from Tatsumaki, an immense power completely different from Cursed Energy.
Nobara pouted, though curiosity and caution remained evident in her eyes as she examined the unfamiliar surroundings and the strange beings inhabiting this world.
Gojo Satoru, meanwhile, looked thoroughly entertained. His Six Eyes continuously observed everything around him, and a fascinated smile spread across his face.
"What an interesting world. The entire power system is different, and there are so many unique life forms. Sol, you've built quite a life for yourself here."
Sol simply continued following Tatsumaki without answering.
After passing through a long corridor, they arrived before an enormous metal door.
Tatsumaki placed her hand against the scanner beside it.
"Authorization confirmed. S-Class Hero Tatsumaki. Training Ground Seven. Highest-level access granted," the electronic voice announced.
The massive metal door slid open silently.
Beyond it stretched an enormous training facility whose far boundaries were nearly impossible to see. The floor and walls were constructed from a matte silver-gray alloy, while the towering ceiling simulated natural daylight. The air inside was fresh and perfectly regulated.
"This is it," Tatsumaki said as she floated into the arena before turning toward Sol and his companions. "Highest-grade specifications. It can handle anything you throw at it. If you need sparring partners or environmental simulations, use the control console over there."
She pointed toward a raised platform along the edge of the arena.
"Sol, come with me."
Her emerald eyes remained fixed on him, carrying countless unspoken emotions.
Sol turned toward Gojo and the others.
"You guys start training. I have something to take care of."
With that, he followed Tatsumaki into a side passage, leaving the four behind in the massive training ground.
Not long after they disappeared, a loud commotion broke out near the entrance.
Superalloy Darkshine arrived first, laughing heartily.
"Hahaha! I heard Mr. Sol is back! And he even brought guests from another world. I wonder if they'd like to admire my muscles!"
Before he could continue, a small yet imposing figure blocked the doorway.
"So noisy!"
Tatsumaki floated in midair with her arms folded, glaring at the gathering Hero Association members.
"Can't you see there's special training going on? All of you, go back to work."
"Miss Tatsumaki," Child Emperor said as he adjusted his glasses, attempting to reason with her. "Everyone simply wants to welcome Mr. Sol. As for these visitors from another world, we should also consider the necessary safety protocols."
"I make the rules."
Tatsumaki interrupted him without hesitation.
A faint emerald glow surrounded her as her psychic power formed an invisible barrier, gently but firmly pushing the curious crowd several steps backward.
"This area is under my supervision now. If anyone interrupts them again, I'll toss you onto the roof of headquarters so you can enjoy the view."
Faced with the absolute confidence of the Hero Association's S-Class Rank 2 hero, along with her well-known relationship with Sol, the gathered heroes and staff could only retreat awkwardly.
Even as they left, many of them stretched their necks for one last look at the unfamiliar young sorcerers wandering around the massive training facility with expressions of amazement.
Tatsumaki let out a satisfied snort before turning and flying deeper into the passage.
Inside an observation room overlooking the entire arena, she found Sol quietly watching his companions as they familiarized themselves with the advanced training equipment below.
Only the two of them remained inside.
For a while, silence filled the room, interrupted only by the distant sounds of Itadori testing his punches and Nobara's occasional cries of surprise.
Tatsumaki slowly floated beside Sol and looked down at the arena.
After several quiet moments, she finally spoke. Her voice was softer than before, though it still carried her usual stubbornness.
"Why were you gone for so long?"
"Things became a little complicated over there."
"Hmph. How complicated could they have been?"
She pouted and stole a sideways glance at his face.
"…You weren't hurt, were you?"
"No."
Sol finally turned toward her, his dark red eyes meeting her emerald gaze.
"How have things been here?"
"What could possibly be wrong?" Tatsumaki replied immediately, raising her chin proudly. "The Hero Association is running just fine, and the monsters have been unusually well-behaved. A few idiots started causing trouble after you left, but I dealt with them easily."
She said it as casually as if she had merely taken out the trash.
"You've worked hard."
A trace of genuine warmth entered Sol's voice.
Those simple words caught Tatsumaki completely off guard.
She quickly looked away, her ears turning slightly red as her voice became noticeably quieter.
"Good. At least you recognize it. Next time you leave for another world, tell me beforehand."
"I'll try."
Tatsumaki immediately placed her hands on her hips and glared at him.
"Not 'I'll try.' You will."
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