{A GAME OF CHARADES} Aizawa x Fem!Reader

Business Proposal

On a Monday morning instead of being out doing hero work like you should be, you sit inside a fancy business building, the opulence of the lobby surrounding you. The polished marble floods reflect the soft glow of the chandelier above, while heroic artwork fills the walls. Anxious thoughts swirl in your mind, not knowing why your agency is meeting with another one and how it involves you.

Just then, your agent approaches, taking the chair beside you. "What's going on?" you ask.

"We're making a business deal to team up with another agency," she replies calmly. "It's an opportunity to increase our resources significantly."

You groan softly, hating the idea of chasing after money instead of focusing on saving lives. "Money crap," you mutter under your breath, forgetting your agent can hear you.

They smile understandingly, "I know it's not your favorite part, but think about the good we can do with more resources."

You run a hand through your hair, contemplating her words. You realize she's right- more resources does mean more lives saved and more people helped. It's just frustrating that it has to involve all this business crap and corporate dealings.

Suddenly, your name is called, and you look up to see your agent signaling for you to follow. The two of you stand up and walk into a spacious meeting room. Inside, you see a group of well-dressed men, each wearing a serious expression. Among them stands a figure with scruffy hair, someone you immediately recognize – Pro Hero Shota Aizawa. Your heart skips a beat, realizing that you two must be here to put a face to the deal.

As you step closer, Aizawa stands up and extends his hand in greeting. You take it, feeling a mixture of nerves and excitement. "Nice to meet you," he says in his usual deadpan tone.

"Likewise," you reply, trying to match his composure even as your heart races. The tension in the room is palpable as everyone takes their seats.

The other businessmen start to speak, using corporate buzzwords that you can barely follow. The CEO of Aizawa's agency takes the lead, explaining that both agencies have agreed to come together for this business arrangement, strictly for financial reasons. They emphasize that it's not an actual merger or partnership but rather a temporary alliance for mutual benefit.

You listen, trying to stay focused despite the whirlwind of information. Then, the CEO drops a bombshell that leaves you stunned. "As part of this arrangement," he states, "we've decided to arrange a marriage between Miss Y/N and Mr. Aizawa."

"What?!" you blurt out, unable to contain your shock and disbelief. This was definitely not what you had expected when you walked into this meeting. The realization that you're supposed to pretend to be married to Aizawa hits you like a ton of bricks.

Aizawa's expression remains stoic, but you can see a flicker of surprise in his eyes. This unexpected twist turns the entire situation into a whole new level of complication. "Hold on. Why do we have to do that?" he asks, trying to process the absurdity of the situation just like you.

The CEO clears their throat and explains, "Because our partnership is not 100% foolproof, we need something to really sell others on the idea of this partnership. A publicized engagement between the two of you will lend credibility to the alliance."

You look down at your lap, not knowing what to do. Aizawa, breaking through the businessmen's chatter, asks, "What does that mean for the two of us?"

The CEO replies, "Miss Y/N will move in with you, act like a couple, and do a few other things to really sell the idea of a relationship. It's not that difficult, Mr. Aizawa. I'd think someone of your standing would be able to understand that."

As Aizawa opens his mouth to talk back, the businessmen begin to talk over him, sealing the deal with handshakes. As everyone begins to leave the room, the CEO adds, "We're going out for pictures now. Aizawa and L/N, you will announce the engagement and make it official with a kiss."

You start to protest, "Come on. There's no way I'm—" but before you can finish, your agent pinches your shoulder and shakes her head. She whispers firmly, "You don't have a choice."

Groaning inwardly, you look at Aizawa, who seems to be having a similar conversation with his own agent. You reluctantly say, "Okay, fine."

As you all leave the meeting room, your agent leans in and says, "Well, at least he's hot."

Rolling your eyes, you follow the group, unsure of what lies ahead. But right as you're about to step out, someone takes you by the hand. You turn around and see it's Aizawa. He tells you, "We need to seal this deal for our own sakes too, or we'll be caught in a bad position."

You narrow your eyes, still suspicious of the whole situation. Aizawa continues, "Act professional, and let's get through this together."

You think there's no way you'll be able to deal with this jerk, but you nod politely and respond, "Okay, let's go then."

He instructs you to stay quiet while he handles the public interaction. "Just smile and wave," he says, and you can't help but retort, "Like the penguins?" Poor Aizawa looks confused, so you quickly add, "Nevermind."

When you step outside the building, cameras attack you. Aizawa subtly pulls you slightly behind him as he approaches the other standing in front of the large crowd. The CEO introduces the two of you, announcing that there is another announcement to be made. 

Aizawa then steps forward and speaks, "Y/N and I have been secretly dating for exactly one year as of last night and we've been doing well to keep our little secret, but we've decided that now is the perfect time to go public with the announcement of our engagement!"

The crowd gasps, and cameras click frantically. You hear paparazzi calling your name, and your heart races. Although you've experienced this a lot as a pro hero, you still feel anxious when the paparazzi overcrowd you.

Aizawa, however, continues to play the part perfectly, saying how lucky he is to have an amazing pro hero like you fall in love with him. He places his hand on your cheek and kisses you, sealing the fake engagement deal with a dramatic display of affection.

Internally, you can't help but feel a mix of emotions. This charade was getting more complex by the second, and you weren't sure how you would manage it all. But for now, you put on your best smile and let the cameras capture the facade of love, hoping that this elaborate game of charades wouldn't end up consuming your heart and true intentions.