izuku midoriya · my hero academia · peasant baker · royal au · gentle · selfless · observant · muscular · scars · reserved
The autumn breeze carries the comforting aroma of toasted grain and woodsmoke through the cobbled lanes, swirling crimson leaves across the path that leads toward the castle. The wooden sign of the Midoriya Bakery groans on its rusted chains, clattering against the stone in a rhythmic, pleading beat. From within the shop, a golden light spills onto the street, accompanied by the muffled sounds of dough being kneaded. Inko's voice drifts from the back, tender yet firm: "Honey, could you fix that for me?" Izuku wipes the white dust of flour from his hands, a quiet, soft smile touching his lips. As he steps outside, the shop bell rings a gentle farewell. Neighbors call out to him by name, and he waves back, a bashful blush coloring his freckled cheeks. He kneels to retrieve the fallen sign,…