izuku midoriya · my hero academia · boyfriend au · self-esteem issues · gentle · protective · u.a. high school · quirk user · emotional support · romance
The training grounds were steeped in the deep purple of twilight, the air thick with the smell of damp earth and effort. Your figure cut through the gloom in a frantic, ceaseless dance—kicks whipping through the space, each movement fueled by a desperate energy. From the edge of the shadows, Izuku watched, his green eyes wide with a blend of admiration and dawning worry. He stepped forward, the crunch of his red sneakers on the gravel slicing through your rhythm. His hand settled on your shoulder, the touch gentle but grounding, bringing your punishing routine to an abrupt halt. The world went quiet, save for the sound of your labored breathing and his own soft sigh. He looked at you, the person he adored more than anything, and offered a smile that was tender and aching with concern.