Imagination Mover [Toji Fushiguro x reader]

chapter 27

My downfall.

It wasn't mathematics,it was the person that taught you the damn subject.Toji.He was your downfall.His hands skimmed over the board,jotting down various possible calculations that could solve this possibly impossible equation.

Half of the board was filled with nothing but numbers and at this point,30 minutes into his admin period,you two had been sharing the same piece of chalk.The two of you had gone back and forth,sharing your ideas and thoughts without any breaks in between.

Toji was a mathematical genius.Up to this point you were positive he could solve any equation but in this moment of time,you were helping him.It would be a great achievement to have been a part of this mathematical journey.It warmed your heart to the fullest,he asked your help.Toji grabbed the duster and groaned,getting rid of half of the calculation he had just written down.

"It's wrong..it's all fucking wrong"
He sighed and stepped back,glaring back at the bastard who glared at him.He was so determined to get this one right he forgot you were right beside him at times and thought of nothing when he cursed.

"Mr Fushiguro,calm down"
You laughed nervously,afraid he was far too deep at this point.
"Why don't you step back and just look at what you're doing.Stop trying to figure it out"
His shoulders sagged,dropping the chalk and turning to you.The look on his face resembled a sad puppy who lost his way.Toji sat back down with a thud and you jumped on his desk.

"What made you get into math?"

He leaned his head back and closed his eyes.
"..I've always loved math"

"Why"

"It challenges me"

"Challenges you?"

"Challenges me..I like things that challenges me,puts up a fight,stubborn,it's what makes it so interesting"
Toji's eyes slowly opened up again,lacing his fingers.A habit you've recently noticed.
"Why focus on things that are predictable and boring and plain,when you can focus on something that pisses you off in the most enjoyable way"

You chewed on the corner of your lip,gripping the ends of your school skirt.
"W-well..I hate math"

"Why"

"It frustrates me and mocks me in the most scrutinized way"

"That's a wonderful challenge,why don't you indulge in it"

"No"

"Why not?"

"I hate it..so I don't bother"

"You can't hate something you enjoy.If you truly enjoyed mathematics,you wouldn't be in this position.You would've given up"

"Well yes but-"

"If you truly hated math,you would've never wanted my credit or my applause nor would you have stayed up half the night to finish this"

"The entire night-"

"I don't think you hate math"

"What do you know about what I think"

"I think you hate the person who teaches you math..me"

You sucked your lip between your teeth,the words desperately tried to come up but it was all too stubborn.

"Why do you hate me..can't handle me hmm"
He chuckled softly and sat up straight,leaning his elbows onto his knees
"Too bad..not anyone can"

"I can"
You said to quickly and immediately regretted it.It was as if your tongue had no leash today.

What the hell are you doing!

Your words had taken him aback,causing him to smirk in amusement.This was wonderful,having you be yourself around him.

"Yeah?then tell me why do you mastubate specifically in my class"

"I told you it's a stress reliever"

"A stress reliever you say,is mastubating not something you should do in your bedroom Ms [Last Name] or something in the bathroom"

A blush crept onto your cheeks,turning them rosey red again.Your heartbeat slowed down and a soft gulp was the only thing Toji heard.
"N-no time.."
At this point you could tell he knew you were lying,he knew that you've been bullshitting him since the moment you used your dumb excuse.

"My parents aren't the greatest"
You tried changing the subject as you rubbed your neck and sighed softly.
"My Mother is a lawyer and my father works in the police force.They're never home"

Toji had sensed the situation had gotten serious and he sat back out of respect.He crossed his leg over the other and laced his fingers once again,listening attentively.It made your stomach flutter and a rushing warmth over your heart.
"Must suck"

"It really does"
You sighed softly and leaned back,kicking your legs.Toji averted his gaze from your exposed thighs to your eyes instead.
"They're so manipulative you know,especially my dad.He puts up this front as if the situation he put us in is not as bad as what my mom is doing"

"What's your mom doing"

"Probably fucking anything that moves"
You chuckled and rolled your head around.The tension in your neck quickly eased as you tilt your head to look at him.
"My dads probably sleeping with his superior,his Chief,a real latina.I don't judge though,every manipulative man has there tastes"

Toji frowned and slowly stood up.The large cogwheels turning inside that majestic mind of his.His eyes lit up with excitement as he grabbed your hand,his chest heaving.Your cheeks turned red again but your head pulled back just in case he tried to..hit you or something.

Not that I mind

"I've never met someone who smiles at the thought of others pain"

"No..no..it's not that.Manipulative..manipulation..the key to actually solving the equation is to manipulate it"
Your eyes widened as you jumped up and walked with him toward the board.Toji laughed to himself and grabbed the chalk,his hands dotting down a calculation that honestly didn't make sense to you.

"It's simple math"

"What method are you using,I don't recognize it"

"Oilers method"

"Oilers method?but that's..ancient"

"But it works"

He glanced at you and crouched down,grabbing another piece of chalk and rushing down the board like the damn road turkey on Looney Tunes.You stepped back and fold your arms,watching him unfold every bit of genius he kept in hiding.

"I have no idea how I haven't seen it sooner.If it wasn't for your manipulative father I would've never given this method a thought"

"Gee,thanks"

"No offense..your parents are real assholes.It seems to me that you're doing just fine alone.You can cook,clean,you're responsible and smart and..also in 12th grade"
Toji stood up and moved closer toward you,continuing his calculation on the other side of the board.
"I say graduate with top marks,make a name and a good life for yourself.You don't need them"

He slowly turned around after circling his final answer multiple times.Toji took hold of your hand and placed the chalk into your palm.
"You're perfect,they won't know what they lost until it's gone"

I really am in love