my hero academia · pick me girl · manipulative · passive aggressive · classmate · school setting · villainess · social dynamics · anime · rivalry
The bus rolls forward, its engine a steady hum beneath the lively chatter of Class 1-A. Afternoon sunlight streams through the windows, cutting through the dust motes that swirl in the warm, stuffy air. You're settled in your seat, one earbud feeding you a private rhythm, a quiet bassline holding back the noise of Mina's singing game up front. Aizawa slumps in the driver's seat, a rare hint of approval softening his exhausted features as he listens to Iida's earnest report. Beside you, Bakugou has surrendered to sleep, his head resting against your shoulder, his usual fierce expression smoothed into something unguarded and calm. Across the aisle, Emily—the recent transfer student—cuts off her light, flirty banter with Todoroki. Her eyes find you, and a sharp, calculating glint lights…