Whispers of a forgotten past. (A Gojo satoru x geto suguro x reader fanfic)

from thoughtful concern to something more

The next day, we all gathered at the familiar training grounds, fatigue evident on my face in the form of deep bags under my eyes. As we assembled, Leiri approached me, her concern palpable.

"Hey, Y/n, are you alright? About yesterday..." Her voice carried a gentleness that touched me, her willingness to check on me a reminder of the camaraderie forming between us.

Before she could say more, I cut her off with a forced smile. "I'm fine, Leiri. Really. Thank you for worrying about me, but it was just a stupid dream." My attempt at reassurance was met with her scrutinizing gaze, and I could tell she wasn't entirely convinced.

"Alright," she said eventually, her tone indicating that she wasn't completely satisfied with my response. "Just remember, we're all in this together. If you ever want to talk, I'm here."

I nodded, gratitude swelling within me for her understanding. "I appreciate that, Leiri. And thanks for checking up on me. It means a lot."

She offered a small smile, her concern easing into a more relaxed demeanor. "No problem. Now, let's focus on today's training."

Just as her words settled, Gojo arrived on the scene, his presence accompanied by a snarky remark that cut through the air, a reminder that challenges came in all forms, including his teasing nature.

Well, well, if it isn't the dreamy little miss first year with the haunted eyes," Gojo's voice rang out, dripping with playful mockery as he approached us. His smirk was as infuriating as ever, his gaze lingering on me as if he knew more than he let on.

I rolled my eyes, refusing to let his comment get under my skin. "Haunted eyes, huh? I guess that's better than having eyes that have to be hidden," I retorted, my tone laced with sarcasm.

Leiri stifled a laugh beside me, clearly amused by our banter. Gojo's smirk only widened, his amusement evident. "Oh, you've got a comeback. I like that."

I crossed my arms, giving him a pointed look. "I'm full of surprises."

He chuckled, the sound sending a strange flutter through me. "I'm sure you are, Y/n."
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After the training session, as the others dispersed, Geto lingered behind, his expression thoughtful. Sensing his intention, I stayed behind as well, curious about what he wanted to talk about.

"Hey, Y/n," he began, his tone gentle. "I noticed you seemed a bit off today. Is everything okay?"

I appreciated his concern, his genuine willingness to check up on me. The memory of the dream and the emotions it stirred were still fresh in my mind, but I didn't want to burden him with the details.

"Yeah, I'm fine," I replied with a small smile, trying to reassure him. "Just had a weird dream last night, but it's nothing to worry about."

Geto nodded, his gaze thoughtful. "Dreams can be strange sometimes, especially in this world. If you ever want to talk about it, I'm here to listen."

His sincerity touched me, and I felt a wave of gratitude for his kindness. "Thanks, Geto. I appreciate that. It means a lot to me."

He returned my smile, his eyes warm. "No problem. We're all here to support each other."

By the way, Y/n," Geto continued, his expression shifting from thoughtful concern to something more lighthearted. "There's a festival in town. We were planning on going, and I thought maybe you would like to join us?"

His invitation caught me by surprise, and a spark of excitement ignited within me. The idea of spending time outside of the training grounds and getting to know Geto better in a different setting was intriguing.

"A festival?" I echoed, my curiosity piqued. "That sounds like a lot of fun. I'd love to join you."

Geto's smile grew, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Great! It'll be a nice change of pace from all the training. We can enjoy some good food, games, and just unwind."

I nodded in agreement, feeling a sense of anticipation building. "Count me in. When is it?"

"It's this weekend," Geto replied. "I'll make sure to give you the details once everything is finalized. Looking forward to it."