𝐓𝐖𝐈𝐒𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐇𝐀𝐓𝐄 | R. SUKUNA

33

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You found yourself in the hospital, undergoing a procedure to remove the embedded fragments of glass from your feet, a precaution against potential infection.

Though the pain lessened, a lingering sting persisted with each step.

After your return to Sukuna's residence, tensions reached a breaking point, resulting in a heated argument between Yuki and Sukuna. After a mere ten minutes, Sukuna abruptly seized your hand and whisked you out of the house.

Uncertain of his intentions, you trailed behind him as he dragged you through the rainy streets. Eventually, you arrived at the beach, where Sukuna released your hand.

Rain poured from the heavens, casting a somber atmosphere upon the dimly lit sky.

"Sukuna!" you called out, your voice barely audible over the sound of crashing waves, as you watched him stride into the water.

What was he thinking?

Sukuna remained impervious to your desperate calls as he plunged into the water. Panic seized you, propelling you toward the shoreline. Was he truly contemplating drowning himself?

"Sukuna!" Your voice cracked with urgency, dread enveloping you as he failed to resurface. With each passing moment, your anxiety heightened, threatening to overwhelm you.

Just as you prepared to plunge into the water after him, relief flooded through you as Sukuna emerged from beneath the surface, laughter dancing in his eyes as he beheld your frantic reaction.

Brushing his hair back, he motioned for you to join him.

"Come on, didn't you enjoy swiming?" he taunted, his demeanor cocky as he toyed with the waves. Exasperation mingled with relief, forming a frown on your face.

"Are you insane? We'll catch a cold!" you protested vehemently. The rain, the chill in the air, and now he wanted you to join him in the water.

Sukuna rolled his eyes before swiftly closing the distance between you, his movements fluid and swift. Instinctively, you attempted to flee, but Sukuna caught hold of your shirt, halting your escape.

With a deft motion, he lifted you effortlessly into his arms and carried you back into the water.

"Sukuna, don't you da--" Before you could complete your warning, you found yourself airborne, crashing into the water with a splash.

Gasping for breath, you resurfaced, shooting him a glare that was met with peals of laughter, echoing like a maniac's in the rain.

It made you think for a moment, was he okay?

You groaned in mock irritation, swimming over to Sukuna before retaliating with a splash of water. His smirk widened as he disappeared beneath the surface once more.

Confusion tinged with amusement filled you, but it was short-lived as you felt two hands grip your legs. With a shriek, you plummeted back into the water as Sukuna playfully pulled you down.

For the next hour, this playful banter continued, both you and Sukuna indulging in a carefree game amidst the early December chill.

Emerging from the water, exhaustion weighed heavily on both of you as you collapsed onto the sandy shore.

Shivering uncontrollably, you shot Sukuna a glare, annoyance resurfacing within you. Despite the exhilarating fun, the cold was now seeping into your bones, and the reality of potential sickness loomed over you.

"Great, now we'll both be sick," you muttered, hugging your legs for warmth. Sukuna moved closer, enveloping you in a warm embrace.

"Together," he murmured softly.