Chapter 3 (Chapter 2, Chapter 1)
“Okay boys! Let’s hurry up! Hurry, hurry!”
On the next day, Toji was jolly happy that it was his time to shine. He woke up the earliest (of course) and started to do his pre-workout while everyone was asleep.
Which mean that he was grunting and the others didn’t like their beauty-sleep being disturbed.
“Forty-five, forty-six, forty-seven….”
“Toji, it’s 5 a.m….we all agreed on waking up at 7…” Nanami groaned to him while closing his ears with his pillow.
“It’s like what they say, the early bird catches the worm~!” Toji grinned after saying something utterly cringy.
As all of this was happening, you were sound asleep. Why? You tried out your new earplugs. It was a day where you didn’t need to go to class so you thought it didn’t matter the time you woke.
Not for Toji.
“y/n, my sweet darling~” he whispered sensually into your ear after removing your earplug.
This alerted something in Satoru’s body, most probably because he was extremely protective over you.
“Hey man, she’s getting her beauty sleep. Do you want her to get eye-bags?” Satoru pushed Toji away from hovering over your sleeping body.
Toji and Satoru used to have issues with coveting over the same girl. After a strict lecture from Nanami about both having to work together in order for the balance of the world, they agreed on a truce.
It’s been a long time since something like this happened. No one remembers day old news.
“We’re both genies, Gojo. Which deity of ours ever said that you’d be the only one that could be close to her?” Toji called him by his last name, which would only mean that he was not happy; as if to signify that he was willing to fight
“Fushiguro, I’m not here to fight over her. I’m just trying to follow orders. Unless you want to get Nanami involved in this again, this early in the morning…” Satoru rolled his eyes and pointed towards Nanami’s sleeping body.
“Then I guess it’s me and you. C’mon let’s just spar. Winner takes y/n. How ‘bout that?” Toji smirked.
Satoru was not stupid. He knew that if he were to cause another commotion, his genie license might get permanently revoked. It was too risky, despite his annoyance at how’s smug Toji was behaving.
“You’re scared of me, Gojo. Your love for y/n would never reach the depths of mine, so much for a ‘genie of love’.” Toji cackled, clearly he was too high on whatever notion he had on his mind about Satoru’s “pathetic ” view of you.
Remaining his composure, Satoru took in multiple breaths before replying, “It’s not that, Fushiguro. I just love her okay, so obviously I want her to be fully charged when we head over to the park.”
“So you think I don’t?”
“I never said you didn’t I just think I love her much more than you do-“
Unexpectedly, Toji threw a punch at him.
“Fushiguro! What the-”
The squabble between both of them started to alert the rest of the team.
“Take that back you dirt bag, my love for her is as big as the sea.” Toji snarled while shooting daggers at Satoru.
“Why should I take it back when it’s the only thing everyone can see? Don’t you know that genies can feel each other’s emotions as well? You would’ve known if you would stop ogling at y/n for one second!”
“Guys, stop. Don’t do this, we’ve not even been with y/n for a week and you guys are already fighting over her? Do not make me kick one of you out the group.” Nanami strictly said while rubbing his eyes, clearly annoyed that he was woken up by the two jokers of the group.
“Fine.”
“Whatever.”
“I guess I’ll accept whatever nonsense this “genie of love” says, I’ll stick to making my girl know how to fend for herself.”
“Our girl.”
“My girl.”
Nanami shook his head, lying back on his pillow.
“One night, one night please…”
“Rise and shine my princess~” Satoru slowly shook you awake.
Toji was in the back making vomit sounds while getting beaten by Nanami.
“Mmm..it’s seven already?” you yawned while hugging your Charmander plushie.
All the guys thought you were incredibly cute, being of this age and still hugging a plushie to sleep.
“Sure it is, my little angel. You just need to freshen up okay? Suguru has already planned your workout clothes and something casual to wear later.” Satoru said while helping you up with ease, leading you to the bathroom.
After getting ready to go, it was clear that you were already beaming with enthusiasm as you saw all the genies eager to greet you for the day.
As it was finally his turn to shine, Toji approached you. His striking features bound you to stare at him…for far too long.
“Little one, you’re drooling..” Toji’s face had a smug smile while wiping the drool off your face with his calloused hands. You were snapped back into reality, blushing and saying sorry.
“No big deal kitten, you’re too cute to be mad at, that’s for sure." he winked at you.
You and Toji left your home, with the rest of the genies behind the two of you.
"Do you even know where the park is?" you asked, walking beside Toji. He was so tall that your neck almost broke when you looked up at him.
"Of course, Y/N. We're genies. Why do you always doubt our powers?" he smirked and then effortlessly lifted you onto his shoulders.
"TOJI!" you exclaimed, shocked by his sudden action.
"HEY TOJI, I'M TALLER THAN YOU! SHE SHOULD BE ON MY SHOULDERS!" you heard Satoru's voice as he ran towards you from behind.
Toji chuckled, unfazed by Satoru's protest. "Sorry, Gojo. Looks like y/n prefers the view from up here."
You couldn't help but laugh as you enjoyed the ride on Toji's shoulders, feeling grateful for the playful banter and camaraderie of your genies.
"You're such a hog, Toji! We should all share y/n equally!" Satoru reprimanded for justice.
"Oh really~? You didn't see me butting in whenever the both of you are talking~" Toji spun you around on his shoulders, making you giggle like a child.
This was the most fun you've ever experienced in years!
"Okay that should be enough for now. Humans aren't as invincible as us genies, I wouldn't want you getting sick for no reason." said Toji as he placed you on the grassy floor of the park.
You sat on the grass, feeling the morning dew soaking through your jeans. The park was still quiet, with only a few early risers jogging and walking their dogs. Toji began stretching, his muscles rippling under his shirt, while the other genies stood around, watching with varying degrees of interest.
"Alright, little one," Toji said, cracking his knuckles. "First, we’re going to start with some basic warm-ups. Can't have you pulling a muscle on your first day."
You nodded eagerly, mimicking his stretches. Toji guided you through a series of exercises, his hands occasionally adjusting your form. You noticed how careful and gentle he was, despite his tough exterior.
Meanwhile, Satoru and Nanami stood a few feet away, observing your progress.
"You think she'll be alright?" Satoru asked, his tone softer than usual.
Nanami nodded. "Toji may be rough around the edges, but he knows what he's doing. She'll be fine."
Suguru, who had been watching quietly, finally spoke up. "I think this is good for her. It’s important she learns how to defend herself. If only I was skilled at this..."
You overheard their conversation and smiled, feeling a surge of determination. You wanted to make them proud.
"Alright, now that we’re warmed up, let's move on to some basic self-defense moves," Toji announced. "First, we'll start with how to break free if someone grabs your wrist."
He demonstrated the move, explaining each step carefully. You followed his instructions, trying to replicate his movements. After a few tries, you managed to execute the move correctly.
"Good job, little one!" Toji praised, giving you a thumbs up.
"Now let's see you try it on me," Satoru challenged, stepping forward with a grin.
You hesitated for a moment, then nodded. Satoru grabbed your wrist gently, and you applied the technique Toji had taught you. To your surprise, it worked, and you broke free easily.
"Not bad, y/n," Satoru said, looking impressed.
"Now..." Toji whispered in your ear.
"Can you break away from me? I'm definitely not going easy on you like pretty boy did."
You took a deep breath, readying yourself. Toji's grip was firm, his hand encircling your wrist with a strength that felt unyielding. You focused on the technique he had taught you earlier, remembering the precise movements required.
"Ready?" Toji asked, his voice low and challenging.
"Ready," you replied, determination in your voice.
With a swift movement, you twisted your wrist and applied the leverage exactly as Toji had shown. It took all your strength and concentration, but after a moment of struggle, you managed to break free from his grip.
Toji's eyes widened in surprise and then softened with pride. "Well done, little one. You've got a lot of potential."
Satoru clapped his hands, grinning from ear to ear. "That's our girl! Knew you could do it."
Nanami nodded approvingly, while Suguru gave you a thumbs-up. "Impressive, Y/N. Keep practicing, and you'll only get better."
You couldn't help but smile, feeling a rush of accomplishment. "Thanks, everyone. I couldn't have done it without your help."
The rest of the morning went by in a blur of practice and laughter. Toji taught you several other basic moves, and the other genies took turns helping you practice. By the time the sun was high in the sky, you were sweating and out of breath, but you felt accomplished.
"Alright, I think that’s enough for today," Toji declared, clapping his hands. "You did great, Y/N."
You beamed at him, feeling a sense of pride. "Thanks, Toji. I couldn't have done it without you."
He ruffled your hair affectionately. "Anytime, little pookie."
As you all walked back to your apartment, you felt a warm sense with the genies. They were more than just magical beings bound to you; they were your friends, your protectors, and your family.
Back at your apartment, you collapsed onto the couch, exhausted but happy. The genies gathered around you, each offering words of encouragement and praise.
"y/n, you were amazing today," Suguru said softly, his calm presence soothing.
"Yeah, you're ready to kick butt!" Satoru added, giving you a high-five.
Nanami nodded approvingly. "You learned quickly. Keep practicing, and you'll get even better."
Toji simply smiled, his eyes reflecting pride and affection.
Feeling a deep sense of gratitude, you looked around at your genies. "Thank you, all of you. I don't know what I’d do without you guys."
Satoru leaned in, his eyes twinkling mischievously. "Oh, you'd probably still be buying random antiques."
You laughed, shaking your head. "Hey come on," you nudged his head, "that's my hobby!"
As the day turned into evening, you all settled down to relax. Toji cooked dinner, his culinary skills surprising you all, while Nanami helped you with your assignments. Satoru and Suguru entertained you with stories of their past adventures, making you laugh until your sides hurt.
Just as you were about to head to bed, your phone buzzed with a message. You picked it up, dreading another nasty text from Aira. But to your surprise, it was a different number.
"Oh, it's Ryomen," you said, showing them the message from Aira's boyfriend. "This is suspicious. Aira has been giving me a hard time, and now her boyfriend is messaging me out of the blue."
Satoru's eyes narrowed, his usual playful demeanor replaced with concern. "Ryomen? As in Aira's boyfriend? That doesn't sit right with me."
Nanami frowned, his analytical mind already working. "It's definitely odd. Given Aira's attitude towards you, Ryomen's message could have an ulterior motive."
Suguru's calm gaze turned serious. "It could be a setup or an attempt to manipulate you. Be cautious with how you respond."
Toji's smirk faded, replaced by a protective scowl. "If he's trying to mess with you, he'll regret it. We should keep an eye on this guy."
You nodded, appreciating their concern but also feeling a bit anxious about the situation. "What do you think I should do? Should I reply or ignore him?"
Satoru placed a comforting hand on your shoulder. "Reply, but keep it neutral. Don't give away too much information. We need to see what his intentions are."
Nanami nodded in agreement. "Exactly. Keep it brief and see how he responds. If anything feels off, let us know immediately."
Suguru added, "And remember, we're here to protect you. No matter what his intentions are, we won't let him harm you."
With their guidance, you typed a short reply: "Hey, Ryomen. What's up?"
Almost immediately, a reply came through: "Hey, y/n. I wanted to talk to you about something important. Can we meet up?"
Your heart raced as you showed the message to the genies. Toji cracked his knuckles, a dangerous glint in his eye. "This guy thinks he can just waltz in and mess with you. We'll see about that."
Satoru's protective side flared up. "We go with you. If he has any funny ideas, we'll handle it."
Nanami's voice was calm but firm. "Agreed. We won't let you face this alone."
Suguru nodded, his expression reassuring. "Together, we'll get to the bottom of this."
Feeling supported by your genies, you replied to Ryomen: "Sure, let's meet at the park tomorrow after lunch, maybe?."
As you sent the message, you couldn't help but feel a mix of anxiety and anticipation. With your genies by your side, you knew you could face whatever Ryomen had planned.
so i just finshed presenting my idea in uni today. i think it went well, i dont know. the lecturer doesn't like me 👎
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