Chapter 3: The Introduction to the Dark Side

The days that followed Lily's decision to join Gojo were a whirlwind of activity. She spent her mornings learning about Jujutsu Sorcery, practicing techniques to control her positive energy, and studying the various forms of cursed spirits. Gojo was a patient teacher, and Lily found herself growing more confident with each passing day. As she walked to school, Lily noticed the subtle changes in the city's atmosphere. The streets seemed to vibrate with a hidden energy, and the air was thick with the scent of blooming flowers and exhaust fumes. She passed by street performers and vendors, their colorful displays a stark contrast to the dark world of cursed spirits that lurked in the shadows. It was on one of these walks that Lily encountered Yuji Itadori, a fellow student at Tokyo Jujutsu High School. Itadori was a bit of an oddity among his peers, with his unusual behavior and tendency to draw attention to himself. Despite this, Lily found him to be kind and genuinely interested in getting to know her. As they walked together, Itadori introduced Lily to some of his classmates, including Megumi Fushiguro and Nobara Kugisaki. The group was lively and chatty, and Lily found herself laughing and joking with them like she'd known them for years. But beneath the surface, she sensed a undercurrent of tension, a feeling that they were all waiting for something to happen. It wasn't until later that evening, as she was walking home from the library, that Lily caught a glimpse of him. Mahito, the leader of the Disaster Curses, stood on the sidewalk, his eyes fixed intently on her. For a moment, they simply stared at each other, the air thick with tension. Lily felt a shiver run down her spine as Mahito's gaze seemed to bore into her soul. There was something unsettling about him, something that made her skin crawl. But at the same time, she couldn't help but feel drawn to him, like a moth to a flame. As she quickened her pace, Mahito fell into step beside her. His movements were fluid and almost predatory, and Lily found herself wondering if she was in danger. "You're quite the enigma, Lily Shoki," Mahito said, his voice low and smooth. "A being of pure positive energy, surrounded by the darkness that I represent. It's... fascinating." Lily's heart was racing, but she tried to keep her voice steady. "What do you want, Mahito?" she asked, her eyes fixed on the pavement ahead. Mahito chuckled, the sound sending shivers down her spine. "Oh, I think you know exactly what I want, Lily. I want to understand you. To unravel the mystery that you represent." As they walked, the city's neon lights casting long shadows on the ground, Lily felt like she was being pulled into a web of intrigue. She didn't know what Mahito's true intentions were, but she couldn't shake the feeling that she was in grave danger. But at the same time, she couldn't help but feel drawn to him, like a ship to a siren's song. There was something about Mahito that fascinated her, something that made her want to know more. As they parted ways, Mahito's eyes lingering on hers like a promise, Lily felt a sense of unease settle over her. She knew that she had just stepped into a world of darkness, a world where the lines between good and evil were blurred. And she wasn't sure if she'd ever be able to find her way back.