Tempestuous

~Chapter Forty-Six~

3rd Person POV...

"You're heartbroken over a fifteen year old boy? How pathetic." Suguru smirks but Gojo just laughs, the two sitting on the roof of Sukuna's massive home, blue eyes locked on the gorgeous Megumi who seems to be having a serious conversation with Itadori. "You really love him, I can tell."

Gojo smiles, resting the side of his cheek against his closed hand. "Nobody can ever compare to my sweet Megumi. I've fallen for him to the point I'm willing to go against the higher ups. I'm prepared to risk it all just for my precious Megumi so he can see just how much I love him." Suguru frowns, the white haired man's words are filled with such torment. His love is causing great suffering and it's upsetting to see.

"You need to get over your love for him. That kid isn't going to be the same, he's already fallen victim to his own torment." Suguru stands up, turning away and leaving the man by himself. Gojo wishes it were that simple, that it was a simple kind of love. It's far from that, it's much too powerful to be forgotten or be replaced. He's alright, he's accepted his lonesome fate as long as he can continue to stay by Megumi's side.

Megumi is left speechless at the offer. Runaway? With Itadori? He quickly moves Marise off his lap, standing up abruptly. Itadori shuffles to his feet, surprised. "Don't say something so careless. I'm pregnant, I can't-"

"Even more reason! I can help you, let me. I hate seeing you in pain like this, I can't explain it but-" He places his hand over his chest, clenching his school uniform tightly. "-my heart throbs when I see you in a situation that leaves you broken. I miss the joking and the sleepovers, I miss how everything was and it can go back to it being us. You and me... you can lean on me now. I'm strong, trust me Fushiguro. I can be there by your side and protect your baby."

Megumi opens and then closes his mouth. Itadori's eyes are pain-filled and serious, he almost looks as if he will cry if Megumi rejects him right now. "...How can you say that? I'm carrying Sukuna's baby, you hate him. I can't believe your hatred won't turn on the baby. I can't trust that you won't think that maybe if you ignore the threats then the baby will be out of your way."

"I would never! I don't care if Sukuna is the father because you're the mother and I love you Fushiguro! I love you so I'll love the baby just as much!" Itadori shouts, admitting his hidden feelings for his best friend. Megumi stiffens, trying to back away but Itadori jolts, reaching out and grabbing his best friend's upper arms. Megumi flinches back, closing his eyes tightly as his body trembles.

Itadori is shocked by this reaction, something that Megumi never would've done if they didn't come here. He knows Sukuna is to blame. "I'm sorry, I didn't hurt you did I? Megumi, I'm desperate here. I have to help you because if I don't then I'll never forgive myself." His body shakes, he looks up to connect eyes with Megumi as tears stream down his face.

      Seeing this makes Megumi feel ashamed for being selfish, for being greedy and choosing Sukuna. He embraces Itadori in a warm and benign manner. "Don't cry because of me, I'm sorry that my actions have caused you to be this hurt." He expresses his regret, nuzzling his face into his friend's shoulder. Itadori returns the hold, calming his aching heart.

       "Hmm?" Gojo hums while tilting his head, watching the scene unfold before him. He's curious, what is happening with Itadori and Megumi? He had heard fragments with how loud Yuji can be at times. He jumps down, whistling as he makes his way closer to the two that jump apart, frightened. "What's all this secrecy~? Won't you tell me Megumi?"

      "Satoru-"

     "I want Megumi to runaway with me. Don't get in my way, please Sensei." Itadori firmly states. Gojo can't hold back his laughter at Itadori's determination to save a boy that clearly does not wish to be saved. Although, it irritates him greatly that he's considered to be in the way. Wherever Megumi goes, Gojo is sure to follow.

       Gojo doesn't get a chance to respond as Sukuna makes his presence known. He doesn't say anything to Itadori or Gojo as his four crimson eyes lock with Megumi's own. He frowns, biting his bottom lip as he forces himself to go towards his husband. Sukuna is pleased at Megumi's willingness, taking his small hand in his as they leave Gojo and Itadori alone. "Your pet is awake." Sukuna whispers in his boy's ear.