A curse in human flesh

Chapter 8

As Sukuna made preparations to depart for Atlas Academy, his father Taiyang couldn't help but express his emotions, his voice thick with emotion as tears welled in his eyes.

"*hic* I-I can't believe my boy is leaving his nest..." he wept, his words punctuated by hiccupping sobs.

Sukuna, however, seemed more annoyed than touched by his father's display of emotion, plucking at his ear in irritation as he listened to Taiyang's lamentations. Despite his father's tears, Sukuna remained stoic, his expression impassive as he mentally prepared himself for the journey ahead.

Meanwhile, Yang and Ruby hovered nearby, their own emotions a mixture of excitement and apprehension at the prospect of their brother leaving home. Yang tried to maintain a facade of nonchalance, but Ruby's eyes shimmered with unshed tears as she watched Sukuna pack his belongings.

"Hey, big brother, you'll come back and visit, right?" Ruby asked, her voice trembling slightly as she clung to a faint hope that Sukuna's departure wouldn't mean a permanent separation.

Sukuna spared his sister a brief glance, his expression unreadable. "We'll see," he replied cryptically, leaving Ruby's heart sinking with uncertainty.

Ruby bowed her head, sadness evident in her demeanor. "Oh... is it for a long time?" she asked quietly, her voice barely above a whisper.

Sukuna shrugged indifferently, his movements swift and efficient as he picked up his backpack from the table.

"Who knows," he replied nonchalantly, his tone betraying little emotion. He glanced at his younger siblings, Yang and Ruby, who watched him with a mixture of concern and uncertainty.

With a heavy sigh, Sukuna made his way towards the bulletplane that would take him to Atlas. His steps were measured, his expression unreadable as he contemplated the journey ahead. As he passed by Yang and Ruby, he couldn't resist a parting shot. "Brats," he muttered, using his usual teasing nickname for them. Despite the teasing, there was a hint of affection in his tone.

Yang and Ruby perked up at the familiar nickname, their expressions shifting from sadness to surprise. Sukuna gave them a small wave goodbye, his words lingering in the air. "Try to get stronger so you can try to be better than me. Of course, if you're both up for the challenge," he added, before turning away and walking towards the bulletplane.

Both Ruby and Yang watched him go, their eyes wide with a mixture of awe and determination. Sukuna's parting words echoed in their minds, igniting a newfound resolve within them. As they stood there, watching their brother depart, they knew that they would do whatever it took to live up to his challenge and become the best versions of themselves.

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As Sukuna made his way towards the bulletplane bound for Atlas, his thoughts turned to his younger siblings, Yang and Ruby. He couldn't help but feel a sense of responsibility towards them, a protective instinct that had been ingrained in him since childhood. Despite his stoic exterior, Sukuna cared deeply for his family, even if he didn't always show it.

Yang possessed a fiery spirit, her inner fire ready to burst forth at any moment. Her determination and strength were evident in everything she did, and Sukuna couldn't help but feel a sense of pride in her resilience. He knew that she had the potential to become a formidable sorcerer, and he was determined to support her in any way he could. In his own way, of course.

Ruby, on the other hand, possessed a rare gift—the silver eyes. Sukuna had always been intrigued by her unique ability, a power that he himself shared. He had seen glimpses of her potential, moments where her eyes blazed with a fierce intensity that could rival even his own. Despite her youth, Ruby had a strength within her that belied her age, and Sukuna knew that she would one day become a force to be reckoned with.