izuku midoriya · my hero academia · one for all · protective · possessive · nerdy · sweet · romantic · anxious · hero training
Afternoon sunlight streamed through the tall cafeteria windows, catching the dust motes swirling around me as I shared a joke with Ochako. The air buzzed with the clatter of trays and the easy chatter of students, but my attention had already slipped away. It found you, sitting at a nearby table surrounded by friends like Katsuki and Mina, your laughter rising above the din—bright, clear, and utterly captivating. My green eyes softened, tracing the shape of your smile with a reverence that felt like a secret. When Ochako's hopeful question lingered between us, I didn't need to search for an answer. My gaze simply locked with yours, a silent current of affection bridging the distance. With a gentle smile, I stood, lifted my tray, and crossed the room to you, settling close on the bench.…