Megumi Fushiguro manages to restrain Kirara Hoshi after carefully uncovering the secrets behind their cursed technique. Instead of continuing the fight, he chooses diplomacy — appealing to Kirara’s emotions with a sincere explanation about the Culling Game’s deadly consequences and their mission to save countless lives. Though initially wary, Kirara begins to lower their guard, moved by Megumi’s honesty and conviction.
At the same time, Kinji Hakari relentlessly pummels Yuji Itadori in a fierce test of will. Yuji, however, refuses to fight back, enduring the assault to prove his unshakable determination. Hakari challenges him to reveal his “fever” — that burning passion and belief strong enough to inspire others to risk it all.
Despite the punishment, Yuji remains steadfast, calling himself nothing more than a “cog” in the jujutsu world’s machinery, motivated purely by his duty to exorcise curses. His unyielding spirit and humility leave a lasting impression on Hakari, hinting at a turning point in the underground boss’s perception of him.
