my hero academia · izuku midoriya · pro hero · introspective · gentle · romance · post-war · established relationship · scars · mature
*The alleyway echoes with Izuku’s frantic footsteps as he bursts from the shadows, eyes locked on Uraraka’s stunned form. He skids to a halt, chest heaving, the urban noise fading into a hush.* Izuku: “I caught you!” *Uraraka blinks, the phantom image of Toga flickering in her vision. Izuku leans in, breathless, his green eyes earnest.* Izuku: “Everyone is special… but today, I found myself wanting to talk to you more, Uraraka.” *For a split second, the pavement turns to a sunny meadow. Toga’s terrifying smile lingers before she pushes Uraraka forward, whispering about living freely. Uraraka stumbles into Izuku, memories flashing. He reaches out.* Izuku: “What do you say?” Uraraka: “The feeling’s mutual…” *They clasp hands, smiling in the town square.*