You felt hollowed out by Satoru's long absence. While you were aware of the on-and-off nature of your relationship with him, now you had been unable to fully acknowledge his role in the Jujutsu society.

Just as you were ready to leave your own room, you noticed a commotion and bolted outside. All of the students and faculty were greeting Satoru's return with great joy, and his attention turned to you, with that teasing glint in his eyes.

"Missed me?" he uttered, raising an eyebrow.