Bound In Love's Curse [Gojo Satoru x Female Readers]

134 ~ Hundred And Thirty-Four

Disclaimer: This chapter contains spoilers about a specific character from the manga—read at your own risk!

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[Y]ou stood at the forest's edge behind Tokyo Jujutsu High, trying to project calm even though your insides were anything but settled. The forest sprawled before you, a tangled mess of trees and underbrush that seemed to pulse with its own dark energy.

The Flag Bearer game had sounded simple enough when Nanami Kento explained it—defend your flag, grab others. But now, facing the dense, foreboding woods, the challenge seemed a lot more... daunting.

You'd carefully chosen your team—Maki's raw power and Toge's Cursed Speech seemed like the perfect combination that could give you a strategic advantage. But as you took in the opposing team, the reality of the challenge hit you hard.

Their lineup wasn't just a random assortment; it featured Panda and two second-year students—Kinji Hakari and Kirara Hoshi—whose skills and reputations you barely knew but whose presence alone was intimidating.

According to Maki, there was little known about their abilities since they mostly operated as a pair on high-stakes missions. Kinji Hakari, in particular, had been touted by Gojo Satoru himself as a future contender capable of surpassing him. If Gojo believed that, it had to be a serious truth.

The more you considered it, the more it became clear: Gojo Satoru was nothing short of diabolical.

It felt like he was setting you up to fail intentionally. His offer to become his personal assistant still nagged at your thoughts, albeit slightly.

As you trudged toward the base, a voice boomed from above, crackling with playful arrogance. Gojo Satoru's unmistakable tone sliced through the air like a live broadcast you couldn't turn off. "Well, well, well! Look who's here! Your ever-dazzling Sensei, Gojo, coming at you live! Today's the big day—the Flag Bearer Game! Buckle up, folks, it's gonna be a wild ride!"

Beside you, Maki sighed, rubbing her temples like she could physically push away Gojo's antics. She was over it, probably had been for months. At least she had her spear—a reliable weapon in any fight.

You, on the other hand, weren't so lucky. With your curse energy resistance still hovering at a shaky 30%, facing Kinji Hakari's team felt like an uphill battle. You steeled yourself, mentally preparing for whatever lay ahead.

Gojo's voice rang out again, dripping with mock enthusiasm. "Here's the rundown!"

You reached the designated area, spotting the black flag planted firmly in the ground. It stood stark against the lush green backdrop—classic Gojo. He couldn't resist adding his own dramatic flair, and the choice of black? You knew that was for you, a subtle nod to your own preference.

"Rule number one: No Domain Expansion allowed," he continued, voice echoing through the trees. "Each team guards their flag while trying to steal the other's. To score, you have to physically bring the opponent's flag back to your base. Or, take out every member of the opposing team. No killing, but anything non-lethal is fair game. Got it?"

You tapped your boot lightly on the ground, letting the rules sink in.

This wasn't just some test—it was Gojo's idea of fun, a chaotic playground dressed up as a challenge. You weren't a full-fledged sorcerer yet, and the terrain alone was a beast. No way your usual Jujutsu Sorcerer or Personal Assistant attire would cut it, so you'd adapted.

Your battle-ready look was sharp yet functional: a sleeveless black top hugged your frame, cutting off just above your waist. Over it, you threw on an oversized black jacket—rugged, loose, balancing out the fitted base. The high-waisted, slightly baggy white pants added a sharp contrast, and your glossy black combat boots were built to last, perfect for whatever this unforgiving environment would throw at you.

The situation wasn't great, but oddly, Gojo's obnoxious voice echoing through the trees grounded you. As you took a breath, muscles slowly relaxed, the coil of tension inside you unwinding just enough.