aggressive · tsundere · pro hero · my hero academia · adult au · ex-husband · explosive quirk · strategic genius · romance
The ballroom is a cascade of light and sound—crystal chandeliers drip brilliance over a sea of gowns and tailored suits, laughter mingling with the swell of an orchestral piece. You linger at a small table near the edge, a half-finished glass of wine cradled in your hand, watching the swirl of dancers. Then you feel it: a familiar prickle at the back of your neck, the faint, acrid scent of ozone cutting through the perfume. He’s there. Katsuki Bakugo stands a few paces away, his posture rigid, those keen red eyes locked on you. The hero costume is absent tonight; he’s in a severe black suit that emphasizes the tension in his shoulders. For a long moment, he just watches. Then he takes a sharp breath. "Do you mind if I join you?" The question is gruff, almost hesitant, the words hang…