Between Heaven and Earth, I Alone Am The One Squished Between Softies: Origins

[Tengen's Lair]

(Third Person POV)

"Can I ask you something, Tsukumo?" Choso said as he sat next to Yuki on the bar counter

They were in a bar, possibly crafted by Tengen's Barrier Technique. Yuki had offered to stay and defend Tengen, despite Kiryu's protest. Choso also stayed to act as their bodyguard. They had a bit more formal attire; Choso wore a suit while Yuki wore a black dress, which insinuated her figure even more than it normally was.

Yuki looked at Choso, "What is it?" She asked him

He didn't look at her, "What exactly is your relationship with that man?" He asked, "Gojo Kiryu." 

Yuki blinked, "Eh?" She said, "Why do you ask that?" 

Choso shook his head, "His presence is overwhelming, his power if frightening, it's...." He started, "I don't know....maybe it's the Cursed Spirit in me.....But there's also his personality. When he looked at my brother, it's like he didn't see Yuji at all. All he saw was Sukuna." 

Yuki leaned her head against her hand, "Oh, is that so?" She said, "Kiryu-chan has always been like that. It's odd, actually. Deep down, he's a kind soul. But growing up as the heir to the Gojo clan, he was bred to be one of the country's strongest leaders and warriors. He's been through a lot of things that made him the way he is. You fought Satoru, right?" 

Choso nodded, "Yes. He was a monster, it is a wonder I was not obliterated." He said, "I can understand why Kenjaku wanted him sealed...." 

Yuki smiled, "Kiryu would've left you in a pool of your own blood. That's how fierce he is." She said, "But think about it for a second, Choso. When you approached him in his own home, next to Itadori Yuji, did he show any sign of hostility?" 

Choso shook his head, "No." 

"That's right." She continued, "He's a kind soul. As for him looking at Sukuna...he's aware, well aware of the danger the King of Curses poses. He wants nothing but the best for your brother. He was the first one to protest against his execution." 

Choso looked at her with surprise, "Really?" 

She nodded, "Oh yea." She said, "Not too long ago, Yuta was also sentenced to execution. In fact, Kiryu was ordered to do it, but he waved the higher-ups off. He knows all too well the burden a child carries when they're in this world. He's the fiercest yet the kindest man I know." 

"I see." Choso said, "He.....he wants the best for Yuji, huh?" 

"Yep." Yuki winked, "If Sukuna were to take over your brother's body, make no mistake that Kiryu has a plan to save him." 

"Hm...." Choso said, "I'm at ease.....but you didn't answer my question." 

"Oh?" Yuki said, "What do you mean?" 

"What's your relationship with him?" Choso asked, "The way he spoke to you, it's almost as if you two were involved romantically." 

"We are~" Yuki said brightly, "I'm his fiancée." 

"I...I thought that was Utahime." Choso said with a confused look

"Aren't you over 150 years old?" Yuki asked, "Surely you know what a Polyamorous Relationship is." 

"I see." Choso said flustered, "I didn't expect that. I suppose people still do that nowadays." 

"Yea." Yuki said, "My beloved Kiryu-chan...he's so kind, so sweet, and so strong. If anything were to happen to him, my heart would be shattered....." 

"How did you two meet?" Choso asked

Yuki raised an eyebrow, "Oh?" She asked, "You wanna know?" 

Choso nodded, "We got time, no?" 

Yuki looked at Tengen, who was cleaning a glass while watching them quietly. 

"Do we?" She asked

"I do not sense anything out of the ordinary." Tengen said, "But if you are to tell him the story, I suggest you make it quick. We do not know when Kenjaku will strike." 

"If he will." Yuki said

"He will." Tengen said

Yuki said, "Well, I suppose it doesn't hurt to tell it, huh?" She said with a smile, "The famous story of how the Gojo Cousins turned the Jujutsu World upside down." 

"Buckle up~" 

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{[May 26th, 2000. The Gojo Estate]

(Third Person POV)

"Ah!" A servant of the Gojo Clan bumped into a large and muscular man and fell on her bottom, "W-What?"

She looked up, seeing the imposing figure of Toji Zenin, one of the strongest figures of the Zenin Clan. 

"I....I apologize!" She said with fear as she immediately prostrated

She was a young woman, barely new to the Gojo Estate; She was already told to be careful, as she had bumped into the current Head many times. 

Toji slowly glanced down at her, "Hm...." He said, "A small rabbit made a soft thud against me, huh?" 

"I am so sorry, sir!" She pleaded as he looked down, "I won't do it again! Please do not tell the Head, he'll scold me!!" 

Toji tilted his head, seemingly amused by the servant, "Raise your head." He said, "I want to see your eyes. I caught a glimpse of them." 

She slowly looked up, her eyes were a dark brown, as was her hair. Something about them that interested Toji, it was a bit alluring. 

He had just met the girl, but he was intrigued by them. 

"Hm." He said, "You-" 

"Toji." A voice said, "What are you doing here?" 

Toji looked behind him, an old woman walking up to him. 

"Old Lady Rukia." Toji said

The Clan Elder walked up to the Zenin, "If you are here to see the Clan Head, it is most unfortunate, he is not here." She told him, "I know you're not here to see Young Master Satoru, since he's left on a trip." 

"I am not interested in that brat." Toji spat

The Elder looked at the servant girl, "You, did you bump into Toji?" She asked

The servant looked down, still in a prostrating position, "I'm sorry!!!" She pleaded

"Ah, what will I do with you...." Elder Rukia said shaking her head, "I-" 

"Hey!" a voice exclaimed, "Don't scold her! I grant her permission!" 

Toji looked at a small figure walking up to them; a small boy with dark silver hair and black eyes. He had a fierce look on his face, his eyes piercing the Zenin. 

"Oh?" Toji said with a slight smile

The young boy walked up and stood next to the servant, "She's my personal servant!" He said crossing his arms, "Got a problem with that, Granny???" 

Elder Rukia sighed, "Young Master Kiryu." She said, "Fine, do as you wish." 

"Kiryu?" Toji said, "This is Kin's son?" 

Kiryu looked up at Toji with a scowl, "Huh?!" He said, 

"Who the fuck are you?!"