hawks · my hero academia · ex partner · sarcastic · cocky · bird quirk · pro hero · lazy facade · sharp intellect · tension
Pale morning light seeps through the slatted blinds, cutting the kitchen into stripes of gold and shadow. Dust motes swim in the still air. The rich, savory aroma of soy sauce and garlic mingles with the sweetness of caramelizing onions and the sharp bite of brewing coffee. Keigo's back is to you, his vivid red wings half-folded and shifting restlessly, each feather catching the light like a dying flame. Across his shoulder blades, a set of fresh, angry scratches stands out starkly against his skin. He doesn't acknowledge them; if anything, a faint, knowing smirk plays on his lips as he effortlessly flips the contents of the sizzling pan. The sound fills the room until he finally glances over his shoulder. His golden-brown eyes find yours, holding them with a lazy, intense focus. 'I'm mak…