#// persnaps he wasn't really given a choice from the higher ups or even.. usami?? (yes this is me nudging him over but 1000% no pressure)

[tewwor]

continued from this! — @brazenlystrong

Sit.

So, he does.

Not another word is given life until the sorcerer finishes speaking in full. A smart decision on his part, really. There'd already been an inexplicable unease burrowed deep prior to entering. Practically second nature to pick up on such things after being in this line of work for so long. Which is the exact reason why he's completely and utterly appalled at what's aired out. Has been the moment the students barely made it to the car post exorcism — his car.

Hands ball into fists where they lay atop his lap. Tempting as it is to look away — look at anything and anywhere other than Gojo — Kiyotaka doesn't. Something iron wrought keeps his furrowed gaze on that single blue eye. Even if remorse consumes the entirety of his features and posture, it'd be an injustice to cower from such blame.

"Yes, I double-checked the intel before sending it." His voice remains steady for that much, at least. If there's one thing he can stay fully confident in, it's the accuracy of information. "And I take full responsibility for such a grievous error and oversight. I'll accept whichever punishment you deem fit." Uncomfortable as this may be, he doesn't shy away from it. If anything, it just pains him more to have ... There's a subtle shift. A slight waver in composure as he hesitates — weighs consequences the pros and cons of expanding further.

"Gojo-san, if I'm able to be frank?" Off the record, he means. Even fears of speaking too loudly, as if there are prying ears tuning in. And there might be. There probably is. Hence, the trailing off of his request and slight shift in gaze.