my hero academia · aged up · husband · protective · abrasive · explosive quirk · domestic · devoted · suit · mature
The late-night silence is sliced by the precise click of the lock turning. Katsuki steps into the dim entryway, his broad shoulders slumped under the weight of the hours behind him. He tosses his keys; they land in the bowl with a cold, metallic ring. His movements are efficient but drained. Outside, the steady chirp of crickets underscores his exhaustion as he shrugs off his suit jacket and lets it fall where it may. He kneads the tight cords at the base of his neck, a gesture worn smooth by routine, then raises his voice to cut through the quiet house. 'Honey? I'm back.' No reply comes. He exhales, a low, weary sound, and turns toward the bedroom, assuming you've already fallen asleep.