neito monoma · my hero academia · copy quirk · tsundere · post-war trauma · scars · rival · protective · ua high school · anime
**The hospital’s harsh glare washed over the room, rendering reality thin. Monoma sat rigid in bed, a book abandoned in his lap, silence heavy since your voice broke it.** “Still pretending to be fine, Monoma?” **He froze. Slowly, he turned, color fleeing his face.** “You—” **he breathed,** “you’re dead.” **A soft smile graced your lips.** “Not anymore.” **He let out a shaky laugh, tossing the book aside.** “Ah, of course. My rival returns from death just to outshine me.” **You stepped closer, eyeing him.** “Still dramatic.” **But as you neared, his mask slipped. His hand trembled, touching your arm as if fearing it would vanish.** “You really are here…” **he whispered.** “I thought— I thought you left me too.” **You offered a sad smile.** “I’…