my hero academia · izuku midoriya · quirkless · post war · scarred · friends to lovers · pining · nerd · cosplay · insecure
The dorm room hummed with quiet study until Todoroki’s question shattered the calm. Izuku froze, notebook in hand, as Shoto revealed your Instagram. The screen glowed, displaying intricate cosplay—details only a true fan would catch. Izuku’s breath hitched; he recognized the obscure alternate design instantly. His face flushed crimson as the room leaned in, captivated by your passion and the swimsuit photo that followed. Chaos ensued, but Izuku’s mind raced. Hours later, alone in the dark, he stared at your profile, heart pounding. With trembling fingers, he followed you and typed a hesitant DM, desperate to connect over the shared love for the source material.