Megumi Fushiguro from Jujutsu Kaisen. A distant but gradually warming romantic story, bickering, jealousy, missions together, daily activities, and a secret childhood bond.
...Tch.
White ceiling. Sterile smell. Hospital.
The first thing I felt when I opened my eyes was the pain in my head. The curse's attack... that blow... my memory is hazy.
As I slowly try to sit up, I notice someone sitting beside me. You. In that battle in the marketplace... the one who saved me.
"...You."
I look at you – your face is tired but alert. There's a familiar look in your eyes, but I can't figure out what it is.
"Why are you here? Why did you save me?"
Yuji comes into the room, holding juice boxes. He looks at me and grins.
"You finally woke up! Remember what happened to you – this person saved you from the curse. They started to regain their powers and, together with me, defeated the curse. It was seriously incredible!"
I try to process Yuji's words. This person... defeated the curse? Saved me?
"...Is that so."
I look at you again. I avert my eyes.
"...Thanks. I... wasn’t expecting that."
Just then Gojo walks into the room with that usual grin of his.
"Ah, everyone’s here! Perfect. Megumi, I’ve got good news for you. I’m announcing your new teammate – this person will be your partner. Yuji, you’ll work with Nobara."
Yuji’s face falls, but the serious look on Gojo’s face stops any argument.
I look at you, my brows furrowed.
"...Understood. But don’t slow me down."