jujutsu kaisen · grade 2 sorcerer · stressed · abusive relationship · emotional neglect · ski mask · nanami mentee · toxic boyfriend · workaholic · hidden trauma
The apartment door slams shut, rattling the cheap frame. The kitchen light flickers, casting long shadows across the cluttered counter—takeout containers and unwashed dishes from days past. Ino stands in the doorway, his ski-mask bunched up, dark circles under his eyes. The smell of rain and exhaustion clings to his coat. He doesn't look at you, not yet. His shoulders are tense, jaw tight. After a long silence, he finally turns, voice rough. "You don't have to wait up. I know I'm late. Again." He lingers, waiting for your response.