๐ญ๐๐ ๐ฌ: ๐ค๐๐ญ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ค๐ข ๐๐๐ค๐ฎ๐ ๐จ๐ฎ ๐ฑ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ, ๐๐๐ค๐ฎ๐ ๐จ๐ฎ ๐ฑ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ, ๐ค๐๐ญ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ค๐ข ๐๐๐ค๐ฎ๐ ๐จ๐ฎ ๐ฑ ๐ ๐ง! ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ
๐ฉ๐๐ข๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ : ๐ค๐๐ญ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ค๐ข ๐๐๐ค๐ฎ๐ ๐จ๐ฎ ๐ฑ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐จ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐๐ง๐ญ! ๐ ๐ง! ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ
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๐ฌ๐ข๐๐ ๐ง๐จ๐ญ๐: ๐ ๐๐จ๐งโ๐ญ ๐ค๐ง๐จ๐ฐ ๐ฐ๐ก๐ฒ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ค ๐ ๐ฆ๐๐๐ ๐ข๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฅ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐๐ซ๐๐ข๐ง ๐ฐ๐๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐จ๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฎ๐ฉ ๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐ข๐ฉ๐ ๐จ๐ซ ๐ฌ๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ ..๐๐ฅ๐ฌ๐จ ๐ข๐ญ ๐ค๐ข๐ง๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ค๐ ๐ฐ๐ก๐ข๐ฅ๐ ๐ ๐ฉ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ ๐ข๐ญ ๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐จ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐ง๐จ๐ญ๐๐ฌ ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ ๐ฌ๐จ ๐ง๐จ ๐ฌ๐ฆ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐ฅ๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐
The classroom of 1-A buzzed with early morning energy as you slumped in your seat, desperately trying to avoid making eye contact with the explosive blonde sitting two rows ahead. Even from behind, you could see the tension in his shoulders, the way his spiky hair seemed to defy gravity with the same stubbornness as its owner.
Don't look at me, don't look at me,ย you silently chanted, knowing full well that Katsuki Bakugou had a sixth sense for when people were staring at him.
It had been three weeks since you'd transferred into UA's hero course, and you were still adjusting to the strange reality of being in the same class as your childhood friendโif you could even call him that anymore. Your mothers had been best friends since college, which meant you and Katsuki had spent countless afternoons together as children. You remembered a different Katsuki then: still competitive and loud, but he'd smile sometimes too.
That was before middle school, before his quirk developed fully, before the distance grew between you.
"Oi," a gruff voice broke through your thoughts, and you nearly jumped out of your skin. Somehow, Bakugou had materialized next to your desk during your daydreaming. "You're coming to my place after school. The witch been asking about you."
It wasn't a question. It never was with him.
"I have homework," you protested weakly, knowing it was a poor excuse.
His crimson eyes narrowed. "We have the same homework, dumbass. Bring it with you."
Before you could respond, he was already walking away, leaving a trail of whispers in his wake.
"Did Bakugou just... talk to the new kid?" "I didn't know they knew each other!" "Is it safe to be alone with him?"
The last comment made you snort quietly. If only they knew how many times Aunt Mitsuki had forced Katsuki to play house with you when you were six.
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"You've been avoiding me," Katsuki said bluntly as you walked the familiar path to his house. The cherry trees were in bloom, soft pink petals drifting down around you both.
"I haven't," you lied, adjusting your backpack strap nervously.
"Bullshit," he replied, but there was no real heat behind it. "You practically dive behind Deku whenever I look in your direction."
You winced. He wasn't wrong.
"It's just... weird, okay? Being in the same class again after so long. You're different now."
"So are you," he countered, giving you a sidelong glance that made your heart stutter. "You used to talk more."
"You used to listen more," you shot back, surprised by your own boldness.
For a moment, you thought you saw the ghost of a smile cross his face, but it was gone so quickly you might have imagined it.
"Whatever," he muttered, kicking a pebble with more force than necessary. "The old hagโs making spicy curry. She remembers it's your favorite."
The fact that he remembered too hung unspoken between you.
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"LOOK WHO'S HERE!" Mitsuki Bakugou's voice boomed through the house the moment you stepped through the door. Within seconds, you were enveloped in a bone-crushing hug that smelled of citrus perfume and home.
"It's been too long!" she exclaimed, holding you at arm's length to examine you. "You've grown so much! Masaru, come look how tall they've gotten!"
Katsuki's father appeared from his home office, wearing his usual kind smile. "Welcome back," he said warmly. "We've missed having you around."
"Thanks for having me," you replied, unable to stop the smile spreading across your face. You'd forgotten how much you'd missed this house, this family.
"Don't smother them," Katsuki grumbled, already heading upstairs. "We've got homework."
"Homework can wait until after dinner," Mitsuki declared. "Besides, I want to hear all about UA! Is my son behaving himself? He's not bullying you, is he?"
"SHUT UP, HAG!" Katsuki roared from halfway up the stairs.
You laughed, feeling the tension of the past few weeks start to dissolve. "He's actually really amazing in hero training," you admitted. "Everyone respects him."
Mitsuki's expression softened. "Is that so?" She glanced toward the stairs where her son had disappeared. "Well, don't tell him I said this, but I'm proud of the little brat."
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Dinner was a loud affair, just as you remembered. Mitsuki and Masaru asked about your parents, about your quirk training, about your impression of UA. Katsuki remained mostly silent, but you caught him watching you when he thought you weren't looking.
After helping clear the dishes (over Mitsuki's protests), you finally followed Katsuki to his room. It was neater than you expected, minimalist but with traces of his personality everywhere: a shelf of hero analysis books, weights in the corner, a poster of All Might that you remembered him getting for his tenth birthday.
"Your room hasn't changed much," you observed, setting your backpack down.
"Why would it?" he replied, dropping onto his desk chair and gesturing vaguely toward the bed. "Sit wherever."
You perched on the edge of his bed, suddenly hyperaware of being alone with him. It was ridiculousโyou'd spent countless hours in this very room as kidsโbut something felt different now. Maybe it was the way his UA uniform fit across his shoulders, or how his hands looked stronger than you remembered.
"Are you going to stare at me all night or are we going to do this homework?" he asked, not looking up from his notebook.
Your face burned. "S-sorry. Modern Hero Art History, right?"
For the next hour, you both worked in surprisingly comfortable silence, broken occasionally by a question about the assignment or a muttered curse from Katsuki when he made a mistake. It felt... normal. Nice, even.
"Why did you stop coming around?" he asked suddenly, his voice uncharacteristically quiet.
The question caught you off guard. "What?"
"Middle school. You used to come over all the time, then you just... stopped."
You set your pencil down, studying the pattern on his bedspread. "You started hanging out with those other guys. The ones who followed you everywhere. You seemed like you didn't want me around anymore."
His eyebrows drew together. "That's stupid."
"Is it?" you challenged. "You changed, Katsuki. You got meaner. Especially to Midoriya. I didn't know how to talk to you anymore."
He was silent for so long that you finally looked up, surprised to find him staring intensely at you. Something vulnerable flickered in his eyes before his usual scowl returned.
"Yeah, well. I was an idiot in middle school."
Coming from Bakugou, this was practically a heartfelt apology.
"We all were," you offered, a small olive branch. "But for what it's worth... I think you've changed again. For the better."
He turned back to his homework, but not before you caught the faintest blush on his cheeks. "Whatever. Hand me that textbook."
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Over the next few weeks, something shifted between you and Katsuki. You stopped avoiding him at school. He started waiting for you after hero training. Sometimes you'd study together in the common room, surrounded by your curious classmates who couldn't quite figure out your relationship.
"So... you and Bakugou, huh?" Kirishima asked one day as you were changing for gym class.
"What about us?" you replied, trying to sound casual.
"You're like the only person he doesn't yell at," Mina chimed in, eyes sparkling with interest. "Spill the tea!"
"We grew up together," you explained with a shrug. "Our moms are friends. It's not a big deal."
But it was becoming a big deal, at least to you. The more time you spent with him, the more you noticed things: the way his eyes crinkled slightly at the corners when he was truly amused, how gentle his hands could be when helping you with a training exercise, the protective way he positioned himself when villains attacked during your field training.
And worst of all, you were pretty sure Katsuki had noticed your noticing.
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"You're distracted," he growled during your Saturday training session. You'd taken to practicing together on weekends, away from the prying eyes of your classmates. "Your form is sloppy."
"Sorry," you mumbled, resetting your stance. "Let me try again."
He circled you, making minute adjustments to your posture. "Elbow higher. Center your weight." His hand brushed against your lower back, and you tried desperately not to react.
"Better," he approved, stepping back. "Now try to hit me."
You launched forward, quirk activated, aiming a strike at his midsection. He dodged easily, but you anticipated it, pivoting to catch his arm. For a moment, you thought you had him, but then the world tilted as he swept your legs out from under you.
You landed hard on your back, Katsuki following you down, his hand catching your wrist and pinning it above your head. His face hovered inches above yours, both of you breathing hard.
"Predictable," he said, but his voice sounded strangeโrougher than usual.
You were suddenly aware of every point of contact between your bodies, the weight of him partially above you. His eyes dropped to your lips for a fraction of a second.
"Katsuki..." you breathed.
He released you abruptly, standing and offering a hand up. "Again," he said, turning away. "And focus this time."
But focus was impossible now. Every touch, every glance felt charged with something neither of you was willing to name.
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The training camp was supposed to be an opportunity to improve your quirks, but all you could think about was the growing tension between you and Bakugou. You'd caught him watching you during meals, during training, during the rare moments of downtime. And you'd been just as guilty.
"Just talk to him already," Uraraka urged as you sat together by the campfire on the final night. "The suspense is killing all of us."
"I don't know what you're talking about," you replied, though your eyes automatically sought out Katsuki's spiky blonde head across the fire.
"Sure you don't," she giggled. "That's why you've been staring at him all night."
Before you could defend yourself, Aizawa announced it was time to turn in. You stood, brushing dirt from your pants, when a message buzzed on your phone.
Meet me by the lake. 10 minutes. -K
Your heart hammered against your ribs as you made your way to your cabin, changed quickly, and then slipped out into the darkness. The path to the lake was lit only by the stars and the waning moon, but you could have found your way blindfolded.
Katsuki was already there, sitting on a boulder near the water's edge, his back to you. The moonlight silvered his hair, softened the perpetual anger in his profile.
"You came," he said without turning around.
"You asked me to," you replied simply, coming to stand beside him.
For several long moments, neither of you spoke. The lake lapped gently at the shore, crickets singing in the undergrowth.
"You've been acting weird," he finally said, turning to look at you. "Weirder than usual."
"So have you," you countered.
"Because of you!" he snapped, standing suddenly. "Because you keep looking at me likeโlikeโ"
"Like what?" you asked, your voice barely above a whisper.
"Like you want something from me," he said, stepping closer. "Like you're waiting for something."
Your breath caught in your throat. This was itโthe moment where you either took the leap or retreated to safety.
"Maybe I am," you admitted.
His eyes widened slightly, and for once, Katsuki Bakugou seemed at a loss for words. Then, with a frustrated growl, he closed the distance between you, one hand tangling in your hair as his lips crashed against yours.
The kiss was everything you'd imagined and nothing like you expectedโfierce but unexpectedly tender, demanding yet asking a question. You answered by wrapping your arms around his neck, pulling him closer.
When you finally broke apart, breathless, he pressed his forehead against yours. "Took you long enough," he muttered.
You laughed, the sound bright in the quiet night. "Me? You're the one who's been glaring at me for weeks!"
"That's how I look at everyone," he protested, but his hands remained gentle where they held your waist.
"Not everyone," you corrected softly. "Not me. Not anymore."
Instead of arguing, he kissed you again, slower this time. In the gentle night beneath the stars, with the boy you'd known all your life but were just beginning to truly see, you felt something click into place. Like coming home after a long journey, to find that home had been waiting for you all along.
"We should get back," he said eventually, though he made no move to let you go.
"Five more minutes," you murmured against his lips.
For once, Katsuki Bakugou didn't argue.
ยฉ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ โ
๐ญ๐๐ ๐ฌ: ๐ข๐ณ๐ฎ๐ค๐ฎ ๐ฑ ๐ ๐ง! ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ, ๐ฆ๐ข๐๐จ๐ซ๐ข๐ฒ๐ ๐ฑ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ, ๐ฎ๐ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐จ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐๐ง๐ญ! ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ, ๐ฉ๐ซ๐-๐ฐ๐๐ซ
๐ฉ๐๐ข๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ: ๐ข๐ณ๐ฎ๐ค๐ฎ ๐ฆ๐ข๐๐จ๐ซ๐ข๐ฒ๐ ๐ฑ ๐ ๐ง! ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ
the first time izuku meets you, he's so nervous he can barely speak, stuttering and fidgeting as he tries to introduce himself.ย
you catch his eye during training, and he notices how effortlessly you handle your quirk, making him instantly admire your skills.
his heart races when you ask for help with a training exercise, and he takes the opportunity to geek out about hero tactics and strategies, revealing his passionate side.
izuku can't help but doodle about you in his notebook, sketching little scenes of you both saving the day together.
he gets flustered whenever you compliment him or praise his progress, cheeks turning a deep shade of red as he tries to downplay his achievements.
whenever youโre around, he subconsciously activates his quirk a little harder, wanting to impress you with his newfound strength.
You end up as partners in a training simulation, and he panics, but ends up being surprisingly effective under pressure, showcasing how well he can think on his feet with you by his side.
as time goes on, izuku finds himself crushing hard on you, feeling the excitement but also the pressure of his feelings, especially since you're both training to be heroes.
he starts to notice the little thingsโhow you laugh, your determination in battles, and how you encourage your classmates during difficult times, making his heart flutter.
rhe more time he spends with you, the more he admires your bravery and dedication, leading to moments where he can't help but cheer for you during your training sessions.
he tries to find excuses to spend time with you outside of training, suggesting study sessions or helping you with your quirk, while secretly hoping you'll see him as more than just a friend.
one day, he accidentally slips up and admits how inspiring he finds you, leading to a series of blushing and stammering as he realizes what heโs just said.
after saving you from a dangerous situation during a training exercise, he realizes just how much he cares about you, leaving him flustered and unsure how to express his feelings.
he begins to draw little comics about you two, showcasing both of your heroic adventures, using them as a way to cope with his growing crush.
once you both confess your feelings, izuku becomes the sweetest boyfriend, constantly checking in on you, making sure youโre okay after training, and encouraging you to reach your goals.
he always wants to share his notes with you, discussing new strategies for hero work, making it feel like youโre a team both in and out of the classroom.
dates often involve casual outings where heย awkwardlyย tries to impress youโwhether it's at a cafรฉ or a hero training facilityโbut he ends up just being himself, which you adore.
he still gets flustered whenever you compliment him, but he starts to learn to accept your praise, making him feel more confident as your partner.
during fights, heโs always on high alert when youโre around, ready to use his quirk to protect you, often shouting, โdonโt worry, Iโll save you!โ even if youโre perfectly capable of defending yourself.
he loves planning surprise training sessions just for the two of you, using it as a way to bond and grow together while also being productive heroes.
late-night study sessions turn into moments of shared laughter and deep conversations, where he feels comfortable enough to share his dreams of being a hero by your side.
izuku surprises you with thoughtful gifts, like customized gear for your quirk or hero-related memorabilia, showing how much he pays attention to your interests.
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๐ญ๐๐ ๐ฌ: ๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐ง๐๐ซ ๐ฑ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ, ๐ฌ๐ก๐ฎ๐ข๐๐ก๐ข ๐ฑ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ, ๐ฌ๐ก๐ฎ๐ข๐๐ก๐ข ๐ข๐ ๐ฎ๐๐ก๐ข ๐ฑ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ
๐ฉ๐๐ข๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ : ๐ฌ๐ก๐ฎ๐ข๐๐ก๐ข ๐ข๐ ๐ฎ๐๐ก๐ข (๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐ง๐๐ซ) ๐ฑ ๐ฏ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง! ๐ ๐ง! ๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐ซ
heโs initially wary of you. new face in the league? heโs sizing you up, trying to figure out your quirk and loyalty. donโt take it personally; he's just cautious!
if your quirk is even remotely related to heroes (like, you can mimic their voices or analyze their strategies), heโsย extraย suspicious. prove youโre down with the cause!
he will lowkey admire you if you are really strong and have a really strong quirk for fighting heroes and being a villain.
he's surprisingly awkward when you first talk to him. expect a lot of mumbled greetings and averted eye contact. he's not used to interacting with people he doesn't immediately see as either a threat or a hero worshipper.
he's impressed if you can hold your own in a philosophical debate about stain. he needs someone who understands the depth of stain's ideology, not just the surface level admiration.
if you're good at tech or gaming, you've basically unlocked a secret level of respect. he will ask questions about computers and he might ask you to play games with him.
he notices small things. if you offer him a soda after a particularly frustrating mission, or if you defend him when someone makes a joke about his appearance, heย remembers.
he gets flusteredย easily. compliment his fighting style? stuttering mess. ask him his opinion on stain's philosophy? expect a rambling, incoherent explanation.
he starts leaving you little offerings: a cool rock he found, a discarded manga he thinks you might like, a strangely shaped piece of metal he thought looked interesting. itโs his version of a love letter.
he lingers near you during league meetings, trying to subtly position himself so he can hear your input. he values your opinion, even if he doesn't directly say it.
his tail betrays him. happy? it thumps softly against the floor. nervous? it twitches uncontrollably. annoyed? it whips back and forth like a frustrated cat.
he might secretly start wearing a little bit of your favorite color. like, a bandanna or something subtle attached to his villain outfit.
he gets weirdly competitive if youโre talking to other members of the league. not jealous, per seโฆ justโฆ protective? yeah, letโs go with protective.
he uncharacteristically tries to dress nicer. like maybe he would clean his shoes more and try to keep his hair from getting in his face.
he will try to ask you out, but will fail miserably.
dates? forget fancy restaurants. think abandoned warehouses with surprisingly good take-out, or quiet rooftops overlooking the city.
heโs surprisingly affectionate. lots of gentle touches, leaning against you while watching a movie (probably a samurai flick), and the occasional shy hand-hold.
physical affection is aย learningย process for him. He's not sure how much is too much, so he'll often look to you for cues. communication is key!
he's fiercely protective, especially during missions. he'll always have your back, and he won't hesitate to put himself in harm's way to protect you.
he needs reassurance. he worries that you're only with him because of the league, or that you'll eventually get tired of hisโฆ quirks. remind him that you genuinely care about him.
he loves info-dumping about his interests, especially stain. be prepared to listen to hours of passionate monologues about the hypocrisy of hero society.
he will absolutely call you "my beloved stain enthusiast" as a term of endearment.
he will try to protect you from Shigaraki as much as possible.
he treasures any gift you give him. even the smallest, most insignificant thing will be placed in a special spot and treated with reverence.
he starts opening up more about his past and his insecurities. he trusts you implicitly, and he values your judgment.
he is a surprisingly good listener, offering thoughtful advice and genuine empathy. he may not always know what to say, but he'll always be there for you.
he is loyal to a fault. once he's committed, he'sย all in. expect unwavering support, fierce dedication, and a love that burns hotter than dragon fire (okay, maybe notย thathot, but still!).
he sometimes calls you his "scalesmate" out of affection.
you will probably have to learn to hide him when you're on a grocery trip or something, as he can get in trouble if he's seen in public.
heโd absolutely let you customize his outfit, like adding patches or painting it. heโll wear whatever you give him.
he likes to braid your hair while you both watch movies.
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yuga aoyama:
none.
mina ashido:
none.
tsuyu asui:
none.
katsuki bakugou:
whispers at midnight (one-shot) whispers in the dark (one-shot) explosive hearts: a bday surprise (one-shot) unexpected feelings of explosions (one-shot) relationship headcanons
rikido sato:
none.
kyoka jiro:
none.
toru hagakure:
none.
tenya iida:
relationship headcanons
eijiro kirishima:
relationship headcanons
denki kaminari:
relationship headcanons
koji koda:
none.
izuku midoriya:
a heroโs promise relationship headcanons
mashirao ojiro:
none.
fumikage tokoyami:
none.
shoto todoroki:
relationship headcanons
momo yaoyorozu:
none.
ochaco uraraka:
relationship headcanons
hanta sero:
none.
mezo shoji:
none.
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HII POOKIE
๐ค synopsis: itโs tomuraโs birthday! so what better way than to celebrate it with him?
๐ค trigger warnings: fluff!
๐ค pairing: shigaraki tomura x gender neutral! reader
The soft glow of your phone illuminated your face as you checked the time once more: 11:47 PM, April 3rd. In just thirteen minutes, it would officially be Shigaraki Tomura's birthday. You smiled to yourself, knowing he probably didn't expect anyone to rememberโleast of all you, considering how your relationship had begun.
Your mind drifted back to your first encounter with the League of Villains' leader. It wasn't exactly a meet-cute; more like a collision of worlds that neither of you had anticipated. Yet somehow, against all odds, a connection had formed between youโtentative at first, then undeniable as time went on.
Shigaraki was asleep in the next room. You had convinced him to let you stay over tonight with some flimsy excuse about apartment renovations, hiding your true intentions. The cake was hidden in the back of his refrigerator, a small vanilla affair with minimal decorationโanything too elaborate would have aroused his suspicion. The gift, wrapped in simple black paper, was tucked away in your overnight bag.
The minutes ticked by. 11:55 PM.
You slipped out of the guest room and padded quietly to the kitchen. The hideout was silent except for the occasional creak of the old building settling. You removed the cake from its hiding spot and placed a single candle in the center. No need for twenty-something candles; Shigaraki wouldn't appreciate the fire hazard anyway.
11:59 PM.
Heart pounding, you lit the candle and carefully made your way to his bedroom door. You balanced the cake in one hand and knocked softly with the other.
"What?" His voice came through the door, alert despite the hour. Of course he wasn't asleep. When did Shigaraki ever sleep properly?
"Can I come in?" you called softly.
A pause, then: "Fine."
You pushed open the door with your foot to find him sitting up in bed, the harsh light of a gaming console illuminating his face. His pale blue hair was messier than usual, falling haphazardly around his face. His red eyes widened slightly at the sight of you holding the cake.
"Happy birthday," you said, smiling as the digital clock on his nightstand clicked over to 12:00 AM.
He stared at you, then at the cake, his expression unreadable. "How did you know?"
You entered the room fully, setting the cake down on his desk. "I have my sources," you replied with a mysterious smile. In truth, you had overheard Kurogiri mentioning it to Dabi weeks ago and had been planning this moment ever since.
"You didn't have to do this," he muttered, but you noticed he didn't take his eyes off the cake.
"I wanted to." You sat on the edge of his bed. "Make a wish?"
Shigaraki scoffed, but he set aside his console and moved to the desk. "Wishes are for children."
"Humor me?"
He gave you a look that might have been intimidating to anyone else, but you'd grown accustomed to his attempts to appear disinterested. With an exaggerated sigh, he leaned forward and blew out the candle in one quick breath.
"What did you wish for?" you asked.
"If I tell you, it won't come true," he replied sarcastically, but there was a hint of amusement in his voice. "Isn't that how the superstition goes?"
You laughed and retrieved your gift from your bag. "Here. It's not much, but..."
Shigaraki took the package with surprising gentleness. His fingers worked carefully at the wrapping paper, methodically removing it without tearing itโso different from his usual destructive tendencies. Inside was a custom controller for his favorite gaming system, matte black with hand-painted details that matched his aesthetic.
"I noticed your current one was getting worn out," you explained when he didn't immediately respond. "And I added some modifications that should improve the response time for those games you like."
He turned the controller over in his hands, examining it from every angle. "You made this?"
You nodded, suddenly feeling nervous. "Do you like it?"
Instead of answering, he set the controller down carefully and looked at you with an intensity that made your breath catch. "Why do you do this?"
"Do what?"
"Care." The word seemed to cost him something to say. "About me. About my birthday. About any of this."
You moved closer to him, brave in the quiet darkness of the early morning. "Because you matter to me, Tomura. Because everyone deserves to be remembered on their birthday."
"Even villains?" There was a challenge in his voice, but also vulnerability that he rarely allowed anyone to hear.
"Especially you." You reached for his hand, interlacing your fingers with his. "The world might see Shigaraki Tomura, leader of the League of Villains. But I see you."
Something shifted in his expression then, the hardness momentarily giving way to something softer, more human. He squeezed your hand gently.
"Thank you," he said, the words coming out slightly stiff, as if he wasn't used to saying themโwhich he probably wasn't.
You smiled and reached for the cake. "Now, do you want to eat this, or should I have gone with the ice cream option instead?"
He gave you one of his rare, genuine half-smiles. "Cake is fine. But only because you went to the trouble."
As you cut slices for both of you, you caught him looking at you with an expression you couldn't quite decipherโsomething between wonder and confusion, as if he couldn't quite believe you were really there, celebrating his birthday with him at midnight.
"What?" you asked, handing him a slice.
"Nothing," he said, taking the cake. Then, more quietly: "Just... no one's done this for me in a long time."
Your heart ached at the implication. How many birthdays had he spent alone? How many years had passed without anyone marking the occasion?
"Well," you said, keeping your tone light despite the emotion welling in your chest, "get used to it. I plan on celebrating many more birthdays with you."
His eyes met yours, searching for any sign of insincerity. Finding none, he nodded once, a barely perceptible movement.
"I might not hate that," he admitted, which from Shigaraki was practically a declaration of affection.
You ate cake together in comfortable silence, the soft glow of his desk lamp casting long shadows across the room. Outside, the world continued to turn, heroes and villains alike sleeping through the first hours of April 4th, unaware of this quiet moment between you and the man society had deemed irredeemable.
But you knew better. Here, in this space you'd created together, he wasn't the villain from the news reports. He was just Tomura, eating birthday cake at midnight, occasionally glancing at you as if to reassure himself you were still there.
Later, as dawn approached and you both grew tired, you found yourself curled against his side, his arm tentatively around your shoulders as you watched him play with his new controller.
"Best birthday?" you asked sleepily.
He was quiet for so long you thought he might not answer. Then, so softly you almost missed it:
"Yes."
And as you drifted off to sleep beside him, you knew that whatever tomorrow heldโwhatever plans the League had, whatever conflicts awaitedโyou had given Shigaraki Tomura this one perfect moment. A birthday to remember.
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๐ค synopsis: touya finds himself desperately drawn to his equally dangerous colleague during an elegant gala, revealing vulnerability beneath his scarred exterior as he struggles with newfound emotions while they maintain control of their complicated dynamic.
๐ค trigger warnings: mentions of violence, implications of criminal activity, power dynamics, manipulation, and descriptions of physical scarring.
๐ค pairing: touya (dabi) todoroki x villain! gn! reader
๐ค side note: this was my first actual fic i made..I just decided to post it now cause Iโm obsessed with the song again...
the grand hall of the underground villain society's annual gala shimmered with danger and decadence. crystal chandeliers cast shadows across the marble floors where villains of all calibers mingled, their formal attire a stark contrast to the chaos they usually wrought.
you adjusted your gloves, running a finger along the intricate design that concealed the weapon beneath. as a newer but rapidly rising member of the paranormal liberation front, you'd earned your invitation through a string of perfectly executed missions that had left authorities baffled and the villain world impressed.
"enjoying the view?" a low, raspy voice asked from behind.
you didn't need to turn to recognize who it belonged to. the faint scent of ash and that distinctive voice gave him away instantly. dabi. the plf's flame villain with a penchant for destruction and a mysterious past that nobody dared question.
"i'm observing," you replied coolly, taking a sip of champagne. "there's a difference."
you finally turned to face him, allowing yourself a moment to appreciate how the formal black suit complemented his stapled skin and piercing turquoise eyes. unlike his usual casual attire, tonight he'd made an effort. the jacket hugged his lean frame, and the top buttons of his shirt were undone, revealing glimpses of his scarred chest.
"you clean up surprisingly well," you remarked with a half-smile.
"don't sound so shocked." his eyes never left yours as he moved closer. "though i could say the same about you. almost didn't recognize you without blood on your clothes."
you laughed softly, the sound drawing attention from nearby villains who quickly averted their gaze when dabi shot them a warning look.
"dance with me," he said suddenly, not quite a question but not entirely a command either.
you raised an eyebrow. "i didn't take you for a dancer, dabi."
"there are many things you don't know about me." he extended his hand, his eyes betraying a vulnerability that his smirk tried to mask. "yet."
the string quartet in the corner began playing something slow and haunting as you placed your hand in his. his skin was unnaturally warmโa side effect of his quirkโas he led you to the dance floor.
"i've been watching you," he confessed as his hand slid to your waist, pulling you closer than necessary. "since that mission in hosu city. the way you took down those pro heroes without hesitation... it was beautiful."
"careful," you warned playfully. "people might think you're developing feelings."
his grip tightened slightly. "would that be so terrible?"
you studied his face, noting the intensity behind his casual expression. dabi was known for his indifference, his detachment. yet here he was, holding you like you might disappear if he let go.
"you know how this works," you reminded him. "people like us don't do attachments."
the music swelled as he spun you effortlessly, bringing you back against his chest with practiced precision.
"tell me something," he whispered, his lips brushing against your ear. "are you just using me to pass the time? or is there more?"
you pulled back slightly to look at him. "that's a dangerous question."
"i'm a dangerous man."
around you, other villain couples danced, their faces masks of calculated charm and hidden agendas. everyone was playing a role tonight. everyone except dabi, whose eyes burned with something raw and unfiltered.
"every time you walk away," he continued, his voice dropping lower, "i find myself wondering if you'll come back. it's maddening."
"dabiโ"
"i go crazy," he interrupted, "because being anywhere but with you isn't where i want to be. do you understand what that's like? to have someone crawl under your skin that deep?"
the music faded into the background as you studied him. this wasn't the dabi that the league knewโthe apathetic, sardonic villain who cared only for his mysterious agenda. this was someone else entirely.
"you're acting like i own you," you said carefully.
his laugh was bitter and short. "maybe you do. isn't that what this is? you pull the strings, and i follow. like a damn puppet."
the song ended, but neither of you moved to separate. around you, villains exchanged partners, clinked champagne glasses, and plotted their next atrocities. but in your small bubble on the dance floor, something electric and dangerous was building.
"let's get some air," you suggested, acutely aware of how his fingers were now intertwined with yours.
he followed you through the grand ballroom, past clusters of villains deep in conversation, and out onto a deserted balcony overlooking the city lights below. the night air was cool against your skin, a welcome relief from the heat of the ballroomโand from dabi's proximity.
"better?" you asked, leaning against the stone railing.
instead of answering, he moved behind you, his hands gripping the railing on either side of you, effectively trapping you between his body and the stone.
"no," he said simply. "not better at all."
you turned to face him, your back now against the railing. "what is it you want from me, dabi? we've had our fun, haven't we? the missions, the nights afterward..."
"is that all this is to you? fun?" his eyes narrowed, blue flames briefly flickering at his fingertips before he controlled them. "because for me, it's become something else entirely."
"careful," you warned again. "shigaraki wouldn't approve of... complications within the ranks."
"i don't give a damn what shigaraki thinks." dabi leaned closer, his forehead nearly touching yours. "i only care about one thing right now."
"and what's that?"
"whether i'm yours," he said, his voice barely audible over the distant sounds of the party inside. "because you sure as hell are mine."
there it wasโthe raw desperation beneath his usual controlled facade. you'd seen glimpses of it before: in the way his eyes followed you during meetings, how his hand lingered on yours when passing equipment, the unnecessary risks he took to protect you during missions.
"this isn't you," you said softly. "the dabi i know doesn't beg."
something dangerous flashed in his eyes. "maybe you don't know me as well as you think."
his lips crashed against yours then, hot and demanding. it wasn't your first kissโfar from itโbut there was something different about this one. something desperate and consuming that made your head spin.
when you finally broke apart, his breathing was ragged. "tell me you feel it too."
you reached up, tracing one of the staples that held his scarred skin together. "i've never seen you like this before."
"answer the question." his voice was strained. "am i yours? are you mine? i need to know i'm not just losing my mind here."
the vulnerability in his question struck you. for all his power, all his danger, in this moment, dabi was laying himself bareโsomething neither of you were accustomed to doing.
"we're villains," you reminded him. "we take what we want."
"and what do you want?" he searched your eyes for an answer.
you considered your options carefully. attachment in your world was a liability, a weakness that could be exploited. but there was something intoxicating about having one of the plf's most feared villains looking at you like you were the only thing that mattered.
"maybe i want you," you admitted finally. "but on my terms."
a slow smile spread across his face, transforming his features into something almost beautiful in its dangerous intensity. "i can live with that."
inside, the party continuedโvillains plotting, forming alliances, and breaking them just as quickly. but on the balcony, something new was taking shape between you and dabiโsomething that burned hotter than his blue flames and cut deeper than any weapon.
"you should know," he said, his fingers tracing a path down your arm, "i'm not good at sharing. what's mine is mine."
"i don't recall agreeing to be yours exclusively," you challenged, enjoying the flash of jealousy that crossed his face.
"you will," he promised, his confidence returning though the desperate need still lingered in his eyes. "i can be very persuasive."
the sound of the balcony door opening interrupted your exchange. toga's cheerful voice called out, "there you are! shigaraki's about to make an announcement. something big!"
dabi didn't take his eyes off you as he replied, "we'll be there in a minute."
when the door closed again, he leaned in, his lips brushing against your ear. "this conversation isn't over."
"i wouldn't expect it to be," you replied, straightening his tie with deliberate slowness. "but don't forget who's in control here."
his answering smile was equal parts submission and challenge. "wouldn't dream of it."
as you both rejoined the gathering inside, dabi's hand possessively at the small of your back, you knew that things had shifted irrevocably between you. in a world where power was currency and weakness meant death, you'd somehow gained the most dangerous kind of leverageโcomplete devotion from a man who burned everything he touched.
and despite everything you knew about the dangers of attachment in your line of work, you couldn't deny the thrill that came with it.
after all, what was villainy without a little risk?
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big personal note: some wonโt have masterlist ready because Iโm putting these for people to ask/commission ideas. they will have master-lists when Iโm able to make one.
my hero academia:
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jujutsu kaisen:
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demon slayer (kimestu no yaiba):
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bungo stray dogs:
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adventure time:
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detective comics (dc):
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marvel (mcu):
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stranger things:
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arcane:
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call of duty:
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resident evil:
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danganronpa:
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undertale:
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the quarry:
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the walking dead games (twdg):
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sonic the hedgehog:
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doki doki literature club (ddlc):
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