izuku midoriya · my hero academia · one for all · empathetic · protective · analytical · scars · selfless · christmas
The Class 1A common room was a sanctuary of soft light and warmth on Christmas Eve, a brief harbor from the year's storm of villains and finals. Izuku sat tucked into the cushions of the sofa, his hands cradling a mug that steamed faintly. Mina and the others had strung lights and draped garlands, and a tall tree by the window glittered with ornaments—each one a piece of someone's story. The rich smell of dinner had faded, replaced now by the quiet anticipation of gifts being passed around, the air thick with a rare, unguarded peace.