MHA my hero Not Another Reverse Harem x Reader

Playing it Cool

  Each lab table seats two. I find an empty table and sit, immediately busying myself with finding a pen and notebook. I suggested we sit together but I don't know if he wants to, so in case he doesn't.. I don't want to look too expectant.
  "Whoa, he's hot."
  "Shh, he can hear you!"
  I hear a whack and a whisper-yell behind me, along with a tch from my side.
  I look to my right, knowing now who'll be there. "Is that a signature of yours?" I don't hear a response so I finish pulling out my notebook, unable to hold back a grin.
  Taking a look around the class, it seems like it'll be a fun group. There's an aura of excitement - at odds with the sour face beside me. Pfft.
  The professor arrived and everyone quieted down.. syllabus week has begun.

  That didn't seem too bad, I think as the class started to gather and leave. I make to shove my notebook into my bag but get interrupted.
  "Let me do it." Smooth fingers glide over my hold.
  "B-be my guest." I spot no less than four girls hovering, waiting for their chance to chat up the class hottie. I try not to look too satisfied at their disgruntled expressions.

  Looking back at my bag, I see it neatly and tightly packed already. Ah, and to my horror, the finishing touch is his fumbling with a tampon and front zipper.
  "I uh, figured you'd want that up front." He's too proud to admit embarrassment.. he won't be defeated by a tampon.
  "Sexy." Is all I manage, perfectly describing his efforts.
  He gets up with something of a blush and hesitates just a moment before heading off, mumbling 'whatever.'
  Admiring his work just a bit longer, I act nonchalant about his exit without 'goodbye.'
  Alrighty, next is gym. Rather, the self defense class that satisfies gym req's. Let's see where that is.. I happily excuse myself through the remaining girls on my way out.

  There's some time to explore the campus while finding the next building. It really is beautiful here. The architecture and art displays are modern and imaginative, there are subtle details that are practical and efficient, and there's been no hassle to get around.
  I take a path lined with cherry blossoms in full bloom, wondering how I got to be so lucky. Of course, I know I worked hard, but still.. The scholarship could've been given to countless others just the same.
  I'm glad to be humbled when just a few hours ago I was whining.. It's just that I didn't want to admit that I was homesick already. While most students couldn't wait to leave home, I was here thinking of auntie and wishing I could share this all with her.
  Reaching the end of the path, I take my phone out to snap a shot for my one and only supporter, my favorite (and only) aunt. She's been super cool about not calling me to ask a million questions yet, but I can't wait for her to.
  Gah. I'm really so easy that meeting a couple of nice guys is making me-
  "Watch out!"
  I activate my quirk before turning around. I jump a little as a soccer ball bounces off of me. ..or more aptly put, bounces off of my barrier. A blur of red rushes towards me and the ball, his face becoming clearer once my barrier is gone. Oh.
  "Quick thinking," He said, "Nice."
  Words. Say something. "Uh-huh." ..Idiot. I miss the timing to redeem myself. He grabs the ball and is about to duck away when I think of something. "Oh, wait!"
  He halts as if debating to ignore my call or not. Turning slowly, he briefly makes eye contact with me before looking away. "What?"
  I almost lose my nerve, but.. "I wanted to send a pic back home.. I'll feel kind of dumb now if I take a selfie here.. Would you-"
  "No thanks." He cuts me off and swings to leave again. There is a group of what I assume are his friends on the field beside the gym. Ookay.. Not everyone is nice. That's okay. It's okay. Let's just get to class.
  I notice him toss the ball at the group of guys and yell at them, before redirecting towards the same building. Oh.. We're going the same way..

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