A Light in the Dark (Mirio x Reader)

Pretty, isn't it?

The only sounds you hear as you walk are your footsteps and Lemillion’s heavier ones. You stare down at your feet as you walk and keep your hands in your pockets. You look up to see the red and orange spread across the horizon. A breeze brushes against your cheeks, somehow making you feel better.

“Wow” you whisper, admiring the beauty layed out in front of you.

Lemillion stands next to you, “Pretty, isn’t it?”

You nod and smile a little. Calm moments like this are rare for you. Oftentimes, your own mind is filled with overwhelming chaos.

Lemillion turns to you and winks, “Not as pretty as you though.”

You look away, feeling your cheeks burn. He chuckles a little and says gently, “Let’s get you home before it gets too dark… uh…” He puts his hand up to his chin, “Come to think of it, I don’t think I got your name.” 

“(y/n).” You almost whisper as you turn to continue down the street. 

“Oh! That’s such a classy name!” He points to himself with his thumb, “I’m Mirio. Mirio Togata!”

You nod, “It’s nice to meet you.” You smile a little, not sure what to say but wanting to continue the conversation. Almost as if reading your mind, he speaks up, “I like your shirt. The ruffles are super cute!”

Oh shit. I accidentally stole the stupid shirt. I can’t tell that to a hero though. “Oh… uh… thanks. Ayaka picked it out.”

“Well, it looks great on you. She must have good taste in clothes!”

You laugh, “Sometimes. She likes to quote unquote ‘get me out of my comfort zone’.” You make dramatic air quotes. 

He chuckles, “That can be a good thing. She sounds like a good friend. I see why you tried to save her.”

You sigh and close your eyes, “I wish I could say that’s why I did it, but I honestly just moved. I don’t even remember wanting to or thinking about it. It was all just a blur.”

He puts his hand on your shoulder, “Even if you didn’t consciously think about saving her, it was your first instinct. I think that’s even cooler. You didn’t even need to think about it.”

You open your eyes and look up at his big blue ones, “Yeah, you’re right. Thanks.”

You walk in silence for a little bit before you speak up, “Can I ask you something?”

“Of course! Ask away!”

You gesture to his chest, “How’d you choose your hero name?”

“Because it’s my goal to save a million people! I can’t save them all, but I can shoot for a million!” He put a fist to his chest like he was saluting and somehow his smile widened.

You smile with him, “I can see how passionate you are about it. I think it’s amazing to listen to people talk about their dreams. Seeing your eyes light up when you talk about helping people, it’s admirable.”

He rubs the back of his neck, “Aw, thanks. It's incredible to see how sharing our dreams and passions can inspire others. I’m glad I could make you smile, especially after the day you’ve had.”