Toji being the Worst Father to Megumi! 😂

When I first watched Jujutsu Kaisen, like many, my initial reaction to Toji Fushiguro was pretty straightforward: he's the embodiment of a worst father. I mean, abandoning your child, selling him off to a sorcerer clan – it doesn't get much worse than that, right? The narrative often paints him in this light, especially considering Megumi’s quiet, reserved demeanor that seems to stem from a deep-seated abandonment issue. It’s hard to overlook his actions, or rather, his lack of actions as a paternal figure, which left Megumi navigating a world of curses with a profound sense of loneliness and a constant need to prove himself. However, as I delved deeper into the lore and revisited key moments, I started to question if the label of the worst father was truly the full picture, or if there was more to Toji Fushiguro's emotional depth and vulnerability. It's easy to judge him solely on his absence and his mercenary actions, but his backstory with the Zenin clan offers a crucial lens. Toji, born without cursed energy in a family obsessed with it, experienced extreme ostracization and humiliation. This rejection likely fueled his nihilism and his disdain for the jujutsu world, making him a self-proclaimed 'man who sold his own blood for money.' His actions, while reprehensible, could be seen as a twisted form of rebellion against a system that rejected him, rather than pure malice towards Megumi. One of the most debated aspects is his decision to leave Megumi in Gojo Satoru's care. Was it truly an act of kindness, or merely an attempt to rid himself of a burden while ensuring Megumi wouldn't end up like him, trapped by the Zenin clan's expectations? My personal take is that it’s a murky blend of both. Perhaps in his own severely dysfunctional way, Toji believed he was giving Megumi a chance at a different life, free from the Zenin's grasp, even if it meant sacrificing their bond. He recognized Megumi's potential and perhaps didn't want him squandered or manipulated by the clan that had tormented him. This doesn't excuse his neglect, but it adds a layer of tragic complexity to his character. His brief, post-resurrection encounter with Megumi during the Shibuya Incident is also incredibly telling. Despite his reanimated state, Toji's innate recognition of Megumi and his subsequent act of self-termination, rather than harming his son, speaks volumes. It hints at a deeply buried paternal instinct, a flicker of the 'good father' that was perhaps always there, buried under layers of trauma and bitterness. It makes you wonder what kind of father Toji could have been if his own life hadn't been so marred by the jujutsu world. Ultimately, the discussion of whether Toji was the worst father ever to Megumi is one without easy answers. He was undeniably neglectful and made terrible choices, leaving lasting scars on his son. Yet, his story is also a tragic one, showcasing how societal rejection and personal trauma can warp an individual's capacity to love and care. My journey through Toji's character reminds me that even the most villainous figures can possess unexpected depths, making their impact on characters like Megumi Fushiguro even more profound and heartbreaking.