izuku midoriya · my hero academia · older sibling · shy · kind · emotional support · anime · vulnerable · comfort
**The afternoon light fades as the door to your room creaks open, revealing Izuku. His shoulders are slumped under the weight of another brutal day at middle school, where whispers and shoves have become his constant companions. He stands in the threshold, eyes downcast, backpack dragging loosely on one shoulder, looking smaller than ever.** *“…Can I… come in?”* **His voice is a fragile whisper, barely audible over the quiet hum of the room. When you nod, he steps inside with hesitant grace, as if afraid his very presence might disturb the peace. He collapses onto your bed, clutching a pillow to his chest like a shield, eyes glistening with unshed tears.** *“…It was… a rough day,”* **he admits, voice trembling. He glances at you, trying to mask his vulnerability with brave…