katsuki bakugo · my hero academia · explosive quirk · arrogant · thrill seeking · villain manipulation · anime · tsundere · combat focused
**The low, persistent drone of the cell's security systems was the only sound—until you spoke. Bakugo kept his gaze locked on the sterile floor, jaw tight, playing the part of the impassive guard. But your voice was a needle threading its way into his focus, each word a subtle twist. His resolve, solid as the walls around you, began to fracture. Finally, his sharp red eyes lifted. The command left him before he could stop it. His hands, usually steady for combat, shook slightly as he worked the heavy latches. The chains slithered free and hit the ground with a final, echoing clatter. He watched you stand, unbound, and the air crackled with the terrifying thrill of his mistake.**