Chapter 53 Let Me Sleep

"So, you just told the assistant supervisor today?" Kanda Kanon was stunned as she watched Gojo Satoru casually say that he was skipping work and then casually hung up the phone.

[This bastard is such a coward. The assistant supervisor will be unlucky for the rest of his life if he follows him! But what about Ichichi? Actually, he is my junior in the next grade, although I haven’t met him yet. 】

Kanda Kanon recalled the name Ichichi. This person appeared many times in the book. Even in the juvenile detention center incident that was about to begin, he was the assistant supervisor.

...Ichichi is your junior? Gojo Satoru turned his head to the side, so this girl was actually his junior in high school. What a wonderful fate.

Gojo Satoru complained while editing a text message.

"Well, if I tell you in advance, those people above will start to nag again." After sending a text message to Ijichi, Gojo Satoru put his phone in his pocket without caring and continued to talk to her through the eye mask, "Did you not sleep well these past two days? Are you not used to something? If you have any troubles, the teacher is willing to help you."

Gojo Satoru's caring words made Kanda Kanon a little suspicious.

"X-ray?" Kanda Kanon silently crossed her hands in front of her chest.

"...My eyes are good, but they're not that convenient." Gojo Satoru raised his mouth speechlessly, "You don't even know how many times you yawned today."

Kanda Kanon rubbed her dry eyes that were always filled with tears, and then she realized how tired her body was.

The two were still in the basement that Gojo Satoru called the secret base, and they sat side by side on the sofa.

Kanda Kanon seemed to have lost all her strength and collapsed on the back of the sofa, completely losing her composure.

"Are you okay?" Gojo Satoru moved to the side to give her enough space.

“…Oh no, this is terrible.” Kanda Kanon placed one hand on her abdomen and the other hand over her eyes to block the light.

During the short time she was in the basement, Gojo Satoru did not give her any special training. Although it was muscle training, it was much easier than she had imagined.

However, every time a person returns to the quiet dormitory, lies in the cold quilt, and closes his eyes, he cannot fall asleep.

I almost dozed off for a while and woke up in shock, then dozed off for a while again and woke up again, repeating this countless times until dawn.

Although she was exhausted both physically and mentally, she still pulled herself together and obediently went to the basement to find Gojo Satoru.

Even when Wild Rose sent her a text message asking her to go to class, she didn't go. Although Gojo Satoru would not be here right away, she prefers staying here to anywhere else.

"Ha~" Gojo Satoru sighed. His already weak body and poor sleep made him look even weaker.

He didn't dare to train her, for fear that she would burst out in the next second.

It's really a headache, but as a sorcerer, her body is too weak. Could this also be a kind of restraint?

"Teacher..." Kanda Kanon sniffed the reassuring scent and mumbled incoherently, "Can I sleep for a while?"

Gojo Satoru calculated the time and it was still early. And according to her inner speculation, the time of his assignment in the juvenile detention center should be after he went on a business trip abroad.

"Of course." Gojo Satoru replied.

The child was so sleepy that he was confused. He was not a devil, so there was no need to hang himself from the beam and prick his legs with a needle. If he did so, he would probably be dead.

Gojo Satoru was deeply moved. This was the first time in all these years that he had encountered such a fragile gem. As precious as her abilities are, she is also fragile.

It seems that if you don't hold her in your hands and protect her, she will break into pieces in the next second.

What a troublesome little kid! Gojo Satoru is having a headache.

After getting Gojo Satoru's consent, Kanda Kanon fell on his closest thigh without thinking.

Her long, silky black hair fell between his legs, and the girl's small body curled up on the not-so-big sofa. As if feeling insecure, she pressed her face against his, facing the inside, with her hands resting on his sides.

Although he looks well-behaved and cute, Gojo Satoru is having a headache. This is not the distance and intimacy that should exist between them.

“…Otherwise, let’s go back to the dormitory and sleep.” Gojo Satoru tried to solve the problem.

Kanda Kanon rubbed his leg, and said a little aggrievedly: "I can't sleep alone."

"Teacher, do you hate me for this? It doesn't matter. It's just insomnia. Since you are so cruel to let your dear student die, I can't resist. Don't worry about me. Who cares whether I live or die..." Kanda Kanon kept on talking a lot, like a drunk person talking nonsense.

However, this tactic of retreating to advance did make Gojo Satoru feel helpless.

"Are you acting like a spoiled brat? No, you can't become stronger if you keep being weak like this." Gojo Satoru hardened his heart and continued to refuse, trying to reason with her, "Don't you want to go back? You can't become stronger."

"But..." Kanda Kanon buried her face even deeper, "I'm so tired. You're the only one I trust in this world..."

As she spoke, her voice became weaker and weaker, and finally turned into steady breathing.

Just like that, he fell asleep soundly, totally disregarding other people's feelings.

What Kanda Kanon said in a trance was not a lie. Gojo Satoru is the person who has stayed with her the longest since she traveled through time, and is naturally the person she trusts and relies on the most.

Even though he is Gojo Satoru from another world, he is definitely not a bad person.

Her words made Gojo Satoru let out a long sigh and raised his hand to take off the blindfold.

Trust? It really makes people feel stressed.

The standing white hair slowly fell down, and the beautiful blue eyes looked at the girl on his legs.

There was a dark area under her eyes, and her brows were furrowed even when she was asleep.

Gojo Satoru pulled at her brow, trying to smooth out the wrinkles.

He then placed the blindfold over her eyes, blocking out all light sources.

"Okay, just this once." Gojo Satoru's nasal voice rang out in the silent basement.

In the end, he compromised and slowly closed his eyes. He found a comfortable position on the sofa and took a nap together.

The life of a sorcerer is very busy, and Gojo Satoru, who is at the top, is even more busy. His sleep time per day may only add up to 4 hours, so there is very little time for rest like this.

As time went by, the light in the dim basement became dimmer and dimmer, and only the bottom of the lit candle was left...

While the two were sleeping, Ichichi Jiegao, who was "entrusted with an important task", was racking his brains to think of how to explain to his superiors.

The finger on the phone screen couldn't be pressed for a long time, and Yidizhi was trembling in the driver's seat.

"Ah... I want to die..." Ijichi shed bitter tears.

Clicking on the text message sent by Gojo Satoru earlier, Ijichi choked up and said, "What do you mean by not letting me report to my superiors today? What should I do if they blame me?"

The worker was also very tired today. Ever since he followed Gojo Satoru, he was often caught between Gojo Satoru and the higher-ups.

"Hey, Mr. Gojo, what on earth are you doing..." Ijichi slumped over the steering wheel, crying silently.

The next day, it rained.

The overcast sky made the hot air much cooler, but the low pressure gave Kanda Kanon a headache.

Perhaps the fatigue from these days has not yet dissipated, Kanda Kanon is still drowsy.

But now is not the time to rest. The rainy day reminded her that the weather was similar on the day of the juvenile detention center incident.

At 7 o'clock in the morning, Kanda Kanon received a message from Kugisaki Nobara.

When they clicked on it, they saw it was a group message for their first grade, and it included four students.

Before that, she even asked Gojo Satoru why he wasn't in there, but Nobara Kugisaki looked disgusted.

"Why add a teacher to the student group? It's annoying just thinking about it."

...That makes a lot of sense!

[Sister is the Rose: Mr. Ijichi said that he has a task for the first years, Kanon, do you want to come? 】

Kanda Kanon felt a chill in her heart and quickly replied.

[I am trying hard to live today: Oh my god! 】

[My fingers taste terrible: Oh! Are you finally coming? Kanda! Welcome～】

[Fushiguro Megumi: We are waiting for you at the entrance of the high school. Come over when you have packed. 】

...Brother Fushiguro is still so calm and reliable. Looking at Fushiguro Megumi, the only one who noted his name in the group, Kanda Kanon felt a little relieved.

Just a while ago, Xiaohui was still so small, a cute little ball. I've grown up so fast, and I still feel a little sad...

Kanda Kanon shook her head with emotion.

I don’t know how they are doing in that world. She suddenly disappeared and probably everything is in chaos.

Oh, this is not the time to think about these things!

Opening the address book, Kanda Kanon quickly dialed Gojo Satoru's number.

Unexpectedly, Gojo Satoru answered the phone immediately.

"Moshi Moshi~" a frivolous voice came from the microphone, "What's wrong?"

"Gojo-sensei!" Kanda Kanon said anxiously, "Something bad is happening. I'm being called away for a mission!"

"Roar~" Gojo Satoru's voice didn't sound too concerned.

"…Didn't we already agree that you have to follow me wherever I go?" Kanda Kanon said dissatisfiedly, "Besides, I have a special identity now and I am still under suspicion. As a monitor, you have the obligation to keep an eye on me!"

"So, you're scared~" Gojo Satoru said with a very annoying smile.

The corner of Kanda Kanon's mouth twitched for a moment, and she shouted loudly, word by word: "So what!"

"Okay, okay, let's stop joking here. Just reject them first."

"Reject?" Kanda Kanon became even more anxious, "No..."

"Don't worry, come out first."

There was a knock on the door and the phone was hung up at the same time.

Kanda Kanon put on her shoes, carried Tensakihoko on her back, and opened the door.

"Squeak——" The person standing at the door was indeed Gojo Satoru.

"…What do you mean? Didn't you say you wouldn't lock me up in the technical high school?" Kanda Kanon looked unhappy.

"Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't do something cruel like locking a bird in a cage." Gojo Satoru patted her head and grinned mysteriously, "Don't you think it's boring to go on a mission with them for the first time like this?"

Kanda Kanon tilted her head: "What do you mean?"

Gojo Satoru snorted proudly: "Humph~ Of course I have to give them a surprise."

"My new partner who I haven't seen for a long time declined my invitation to go out with me. I was feeling lost - but unexpectedly! We met again at the mission location. We all hugged each other and shouted happily. What a youthful scene!" Gojo Satoru said excitedly, "Isn't it interesting to think about it?"

[…This guy has only grown in physical age, his mental age has not grown at all. 】Kanda Kanon looked at him as if he were an idiot.

but……

"It seems interesting!" Kanda Kanon's expression changed 360 degrees, and she took out her cell phone to send a message in the group.

[I am trying to live today: Sorry everyone, something suddenly happened and I am afraid I can’t go. You go first, I will come to you after I finish dealing with it! 】

[Fingers taste terrible: Really? There's nothing we can do about it, it's a bit regrettable. 】

[Sister is Rose: …]

【Fushiguro Megumi: ……】

[I’m trying to live today: Jiujiu, don’t miss me too much! 】

[Sister is Rose: ...As compensation, come back and go shopping with me. 】

[I am trying to stay alive today: Yes, Your Majesty! 】

Kanda Kanon turned off her phone with a relaxed expression.

It might be a good idea for Gojo Goken to go secretly. After all, this incident also had the contribution of the two Sukuna fingers, and it was most likely the work of Nozomi.

The best option would be for the two of them to arrive before Yuji Itadori and the others and deal with that special grade.

"Then let's go quickly, Mr. Gojo!" Kanda Kanon anxiously pulled him outside and asked as they walked, "So how are we going to get there?"

"Hmm..." Gojo Satoru, whose sleeve was pulled, thought for a moment and then answered, "Ijichi is responsible for sending Hisahito and the others. Our secret activities will not be easily discovered. The mission location is in West Tokyo, right? It's not too far..."

"There's no other way, let's just fly over~" Gojo Satoru said with a smile.

Kanda Kanon stopped and took out her cell phone from her pocket.

"What are you doing?" Gojo Satoru came over curiously.

"Let Norose and the others wait for me." Kanda Kanon typed on the keyboard quickly with a serious look on her face.

Gojo Satoru stretched out two fingers, snatched her phone, and shook it in his hand: "No, no, didn't we agree to give them a surprise?"

[You didn’t say you wanted to fly over there! 】Kanda Kanon screamed in her heart.

She didn't want to experience teleportation at all.

"Ahhh!!!!" Kanda Kanon screamed in horror in the sky and then disappeared into the horizon.

Kento Nanami once said it well: sorcerers are shit.

Kanda Kanon would like to add that among them, Gojo Satoru is second to none!

【Author’s words】

It's so fast, how come it's already 8,000? Fortunately, it's vacation time. I refuse to go out and play and start typing with tears in my eyes...

There should be an update on Sunday!