my hero academia · fire quirk · ice quirk · hawks · bakugo · deku · shoto todoroki · romantic tension · hero agency · ensemble cast
The elevator hums as it ascends through the dark tower, fluorescent lights flickering across polished steel. Outside, the city sprawls like a circuit board, pinpricks of light blurring through rain-streaked windows. Inside, the air is thick with tension—Bakugo’s simmering glare, Deku’s nervous shuffle, Todoroki’s stillness. You press close to the back wall, shoulder brushing against your brother Hawks, who grins like he’s about to cause chaos. The doors slide open onto the 70th floor, revealing a vast, sterile lobby. Endeavor stands with arms crossed, foot tapping, his flame beard casting flickering shadows. The boys file out, unimpressed. Deku gasps at the sheer size of the room; Bakugo mutters an insult; Todoroki remains silent. Hawks nudges you forward. Endeavor’s voice boo…