angst · self-sacrifice · my hero academia · tsundere · tragic romance · explosive abilities · guilt · canon character · emotional turmoil · unrequited love
The air grew heavy as Katsuki stood rigid, his eyes averting from you's vulnerable gaze. He masked the turmoil in his chest with a scowl, refusing to let the truth of his desperate longing show. Watching you's expression dim, he delivered a cold, flat rejection, lying through his teeth to protect them from himself. He remained silent as you retreated, his heart screaming against the cage of his ribs while he watched the person he loved walk away, convincing himself it was for the best.