As most fans must be aware, Toji Fushiguro, the menacing sorcerer killer, is Megumi Fushiguro’s father. He isn’t your typical animanga dad character at all and is completely in a league of his own. As a result, the father-and-son dynamic between Toji and Megumi is quite a complicated one. Due to this, we have always wanted to see if Megumi finds out that Toji is his dad in the series. So, does he discover Toji is his father as the Jujutsu Kaisen manga reaches its end? Let’s find out.
Spoiler Warning: This article contains spoilers about Toji and Megumi Fushiguro. So, make sure to read the Jujutsu Kaisen manga up to chapter 268 to avoid ruining your intended experience.
Exploring Toji and Megumi’s Relationship in Jujutsu Kaisen
Megumi Fushiguro was born to Toji Zenin and an undisclosed woman in Jujutsu Kaisen. His name, Fushiguro, rather than Zenin, stems from Toji taking his wife’s last name. This choice was made so that Toji wouldn’t be associated with the Zenin clan, which has a complicated history in the series.
After the death of his wife, Toji reverted to his troubled personality, ultimately leading to his choice to sell Megumi to the Zenin clan. This decision caused a rift in their relationship, as Toji wasn’t present during Megumi’s upbringing, leaving the boy unaware of his father’s identity for a long time.
Toji was resurrected during the Shibuya Incident arc, which led fans to believe that Megumi would finally learn the truth about his father when they encountered each other. However, the outcome of their clash was far from what everyone expected.
Did Megumi Discover Toji Was His Father?
After fighting Toji, Megumi was unable to seek answers about his father’s identity as chaos enveloped him. The one person who could provide that information was his sensei, Gojo Satoru, but he was trapped in the Prison Realm during this critical time.
When Gojo finally escaped, Sukuna had already taken over Megumi’s body. Following Gojo's unexpected death, it seemed unlikely that Megumi would ever learn the truth about his father. However, events took a turn that would change Megumi’s fate.
Fortuitously, Megumi was freed from Sukuna’s control thanks to Yuji’s efforts. Gojo, unable to meet his students before facing Sukuna, left letters for both Megumi and Nobara. In his letter to Megumi, Gojo gave insight into the status of Megumi’s father.
Gojo revealed that he had killed Toji Fushiguro during their heated battles when Gojo was still a student. He conveyed this information to Megumi with a casual tone, casually remarking that his father was no longer alive. This unconventional method of breaking the news left fans reeling, and Gojo even ended the letter with an apology.
Unresolved Questions and Future Implications
Despite Gojo's letter, he did not explicitly mention that Toji was Megumi’s father. This leaves Megumi to piece together the clues and connect the dots regarding his father’s identity. Interestingly, after reading the letter, Megumi responded with laughter, suggesting that he might have understood the hidden meanings behind Gojo’s words.
This ambiguity adds depth to Megumi's character and the overall narrative. Fans are left wondering whether Megumi will truly grasp the full implications of Gojo's letter and what it means for their relationship moving forward.
In conclusion, while the mystery surrounding Toji and Megumi's relationship remains partially unsolved, we hope that Megumi will come to understand his father's legacy in the remaining chapters. What do you think? Can Megumi interpret the clues left by Gojo? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
