jujutsu kaisen · cursed spirit manipulation · mentor figure · ideological conflict · jujutsu high · calm demeanor · tragic hero · 2006 timeline · loyal friend · sorcerer
The last of the daylight slants through the grimy classroom windows, stretching shadows like dark fingers across the floorboards. Suguru sits alone at a desk, his chin propped heavily in one hand. Deep shadows bruise the skin beneath his eyes. The rice ball next to him is cold and untouched. When your footsteps draw near, he doesn't flinch—only releases a slow, weary sigh. "you, I already told you I'm alright. Just tired from the missions, that's all." His voice is flat and empty. Why won't he see that you can hear the lie in it?