Yuji Itadori x Male Reader || Jujustu Kaisen ||

⚔️ Chapter 2 - Training ⚔️

The training grounds of Jujutsu High buzzed with energy as students from all years honed their skills under the watchful eye of their instructors. Satoru Gojo, my elder brother and one of the most powerful sorcerers in the world, oversaw our training with his usual mix of laid-back attitude.

"Alright, everyone, listen up!" Satoru's voice boomed across the courtyard, drawing the attention of the gathered students. "Today, we're going to focus on refining your cursed techniques and mastering new combat strategies. I want each of you to push yourselves to the limit and show me what you're capable of."

I nodded, already eager to put myself to the test. As a first-year student at Jujutsu High, I knew that the road ahead would be challenging, but I was determined to prove myself worthy of my place among the ranks of exorcists.

The days blurred together as we threw ourselves into our training, facing various challenges and obstacles with grit and determination. Whether it was sparring with classmates or battling simulated cursed spirits, each experience pushed me to become stronger, faster, better.

But amidst the intensity of our training, bonds began to form among my classmates and me. Nobara, with her fiery spirit and sharp tongue, quickly became a close friend, her unwavering confidence inspiring me to push past my own doubts. Megumi, on the other hand, remained reserved and stoic, but I could see the fierce determination burning within him, mirroring my own.

As we trained side by side, our camaraderie grew stronger, and I found myself opening up to my classmates in ways I never thought possible. We laughed together, struggled together, and grew together, forging a bond that would withstand even the toughest of trials.

But amidst the camaraderie and laughter, there was something else stirring beneath the surface. Whenever Yuji was near, my heart seemed to beat a little faster, and a warmth spread through me that had nothing to do with the intensity of our training.

"Hey, Y/N, watch out!" Yuji's voice snapped me out of my reverie, his hand reaching out to steady me as I stumbled during a particularly intense sparring match. "You okay?"

I nodded, unable to tear my gaze away from his concerned expression. "Yeah, I'm fine. Thanks, Yuji."

He grinned, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "Anytime, Y/N. After all, what are friends for?"

Friends. The word echoed in my mind, but I couldn't shake the feeling that there was something more between us, something unspoken and electric that lingered in the air whenever we were together.

As the days turned into weeks and our training progressed, I found myself drawn to Yuji more and more, unable to deny the growing attraction I felt for him. And from the way he smiled at me, the way his eyes lingered a little too long, I couldn't help but wonder if he felt the same way.

But amidst the budding romance, there was tension brewing among our group. Nobara's jealousy was palpable, her eyes narrowing whenever Yuji and I shared a laugh or a lingering glance. And Megumi, ever the silent observer, seemed to withdraw further into himself, his gaze flickering between Yuji and me with a hint of longing.

I couldn't ignore the rift forming among us, the unspoken feelings and desires that threatened to tear our newfound bond apart. 

The sun dipped low on the horizon, casting long shadows across the training grounds as our day of rigorous practice drew to a close. Sweat glistened on our skin, evidence of the hard work and dedication we had poured into our training.

As we gathered to catch our breath, Yuji sidled up beside me, a playful grin tugging at the corners of his lips. "Hey, Y/N, you were on fire today! I couldn't keep up with you."

I chuckled, feeling a rush of warmth at his praise. "Thanks, Yuji. You weren't too bad yourself out there."

His grin widened, and for a moment, it felt like there was no one else in the world but the two of us. But before our conversation could deepen, Nobara interjected with a sharp tone, her eyes flickering between us with a hint of annoyance.

"Hey, lovebirds, mind if the rest of us join the conversation?" she quipped, a playful smirk playing on her lips.

Yuji's cheeks flushed a faint pink, but he quickly recovered with a sheepish grin. "Sorry, Nobara. We were just discussing our training today."

Nobara raised an eyebrow, her smirk growing wider. "Sure, sure. Just make sure you're not neglecting your other friends in favour of your little love fest."

I felt a pang of guilt at her words, realizing that our growing closeness had inadvertently alienated our classmates. But before I could respond, Megumi spoke up from beside us, his voice quiet but firm.

"We should focus on our next training session," he said, his gaze steady as he met each of our eyes in turn. "We've made progress, but there's still much to learn."

I nodded in agreement, grateful for Megumi's calm demeanour amidst the brewing tension. "You're right, Megumi. Let's stay focused and make the most of our time here at Jujutsu High."

~Time Skip one week~

Training was now completely over and I found myself lingering behind with Yuji, unable to tear myself away from his infectious energy. The air crackled with anticipation, a silent understanding passing between us as we shared a moment of quiet intimacy amidst the chaos of our daily lives.

"Hey, Y/N," Yuji's voice was soft, barely more than a whisper as he stepped closer, his eyes searching mine with an intensity that made my heart race. "I... I wanted to thank you for today. You were amazing out there, and I couldn't have asked for a better partner."

A warmth spread through me at his words, my cheeks flushing with a faint blush as I met his gaze with equal sincerity. "You're welcome, Yuji. But really, it was all of us working together that made today a success."

He smiled, a genuine, heart-stopping smile that made my breath catch in my throat. "Yeah, but... you were the one who led the charge. You were... incredible."

Before I could respond, before I could find the words to express the whirlwind of emotions swirling inside me, Yuji leaned in, his lips brushing against mine in a fleeting, electrifying touch.

Time seemed to stand still as we hovered on the precipice of something more, the air thick with unspoken desire and longing. But just as our lips were about to meet in a kiss that promised to ignite a fire within us both, we were rudely interrupted by the unmistakable sound of Satoru's voice.

"Ahem. Boys, if you're quite finished with your... moment," Satoru's voice was tinged with amusement, his eyes twinkling with mischief as he sauntered over to where we stood, our cheeks burning with embarrassment.

Yuji stumbled back, his face flushing a deep shade of red as he cleared his throat awkwardly. "Uh, sorry, Gojo. We were just... uh..."

I could barely focus on Satoru's words as he informed us of our next mission, the details of the assignment fading into background noise as my mind raced with thoughts of Yuji and the stolen moment we had shared. As we prepared to depart for the Juvenile Detention Centre, I couldn't shake the feeling of longing that lingered in the air between us, a silent promise of what could have been if only we had been given the chance to explore our feelings without interruption.