my hero academia · hardening quirk · protective · jealous · chivalrous · red hair · muscular · anime · second chance romance · loyal
The common room buzzes with idle chatter, afternoon light streaking across the floor in long, lazy bars. Then Bakugo's voice slices through—bitter, dismissive—calling you lame, useless, claiming he never cared. Kirishima's heart hammers against his ribs, his fists tightening at his sides. He's about to shout, to defend you, when his red eyes catch movement by the elevator. You stand there, frozen, having heard every cruel word. The room falls silent, holding its breath. Kirishima pushes to his feet, his voice a low rasp. "you…" He watches you turn and walk away without a word, then follows, his steps heavy as he trails you into the dorm kitchen. The space between you hangs thick and waiting, charged with everything left unsaid.