Chapter 002

Having discovered his extraordinary Stand and its connection to Goku, Shin's excitement was overshadowed by his own insecurities. As he roamed the bustling streets of his town, he noticed a group of menacing-looking men surrounding a woman. A spark of bravery ignited within him, but doubts gnawed at his conscience.

Reluctantly, Shin mustered the courage to intervene. He summoned his Stand, Goku, and swiftly incapacitated the attackers. The woman, visibly shaken but grateful, approached Shin with gratitude.

"Thank you so much for saving me," she said, her voice trembling with relief. "I don't know what I would've done without your help. My name is Lisa."

Shin, feeling overwhelmed, took a step back, his eyes avoiding her gaze. "Uh, yeah, no problem. I'm Shin."

Lisa smiled warmly, reaching out her hand as a gesture of friendship. "It's great to meet you, Shin. You really saved the day."

Shin hesitated, awkwardly scratching his head. "Look, Lisa, I appreciate the thanks, but I'm not really looking for any new friends right now. I just... I just wanted to test out my new powers."

Lisa's smile faltered, disappointment shadowing her features. "Oh... I understand. Well, thank you again, Shin. I'll be on my way then."

Shin watched her walk away, a pang of guilt tugging at his heart. Deep down, he knew he had made a mistake, but his fears and self-doubt held him back. He couldn't bear the thought of dragging someone into the chaos and danger that surrounded him as a Stand user.

As Shin continued his solitary journey through the town, a heavy weight settled upon his shoulders. The realization that he had rejected a potential friendship gnawed at him, leaving him feeling isolated and conflicted.

Goku, his loyal Stand, sensed Shin's turmoil. "Hey, Shin, are you sure about this? Sometimes, even heroes need companionship."

Shin sighed, a mixture of regret and uncertainty filling his voice. "I know, Goku, but I'm afraid. Afraid of putting others in harm's way. I can't shake this feeling that my powers will only bring trouble."

Goku's ethereal presence radiated with understanding. "I get it, Shin, but remember, true strength lies not just in our abilities but also in the bonds we forge. You'll find a way to protect those you care about."

Shin nodded, taking Goku's words to heart. Perhaps there was a balance he could strike, a way to protect others without shutting them out completely. With newfound determination, he set off, determined to learn from his mistakes and find the courage to embrace both his powers and the connections he would encounter on his journey.

And so, Shin continued his path as a reluctant hero, his heart yearning for companionship, yet shrouded in caution. Little did he know that the JoJo multiverse held both trials and unexpected allies, testing his resolve and forcing him to confront the depths of his own fears. Only time would reveal whether he could reconcile his power with the vulnerabilities that came with forming meaningful connections.