Nejire hesitated only a moment before linking her arm through his, a warm smile on her lips. "Lead the way, Midoriya. Let's see what kind of chaos we can create tonight."
Arm-in-arm, they set off into the evening air.
A blush crept on Nejire's face as heart pounded as they made their way to the restaurant, a charming hole-in-the-wall tucked away on the corner.
"I found this place by accident," he explained as they settled into a booth in the back. "It's nothing fancy, but the food is amazing."
She took in the dim lighting, candles flickering on the tables, and the soft murmur of conversation. "It's nice. Cozy."
The server came and went, and soon plates of steaming food filled the table - gyoza, fried rice, katsudon, and more. They ate and chatted, topics ranging from UA to life at home to heroics. Conversation flowed easily between them, the banter light and playful, punctuated with occasional bouts of laughter.
By the time dessert arrived, Nejire's earlier worries had melted away. Soft laughter filled the air as they shared stories and inside jokes. She found herself genuinely enjoying his company, his warmth and easy charm putting her at ease. She smiled as he told a story about his childhood, the way he talked about his mom so affectionately, the way his eyes lit up as he recounted the memory.
As the meal drew to a close, they lingered over coffee and cake, neither wanting the night to end.
"I've got to admit, you've been a wonderful date so far," Izuku stated. "I wonder why you'd think dating you would be a disaster."
Nejire chuckled, feeling a blush creeping onto her cheeks. "I guess it's because I always seem to say the wrong thing and make a mess of things. People get fed up with me quite quickly."
"Really? Because from where I'm sitting, you've been nothing short of amazing."
Nejire's blush deepened at his words. She wasn't used to being complimented in such a genuine manner. "Thank you," she replied softly. "You know, I was actually really nervous about tonight. I didn't think you'd want to go on a date with me after the way I acted at the center. But you've been a perfect gentleman."
Izuku smiled warmly. "I'm glad you agreed to come out with me. And I can say the same for you. I was worried you'd think I was just another guy looking to get in your pants. But you've proven me wrong."
Nejire felt butterflies in her stomach. She couldn't believe how well the date was going. She felt a connection with Izuku that she had never experienced with anyone else. She felt safe and comfortable around him, like she could be herself without worrying about saying or doing the wrong thing. Not to mention, his physique. 'It might not end as badly as the others,' she thought.
As the evening drew to a close, the two walked arm-in-arm through the city streets, enjoying the cool night air. They shared stories from their pasts, laughed at silly memories, and reminisced about simpler times.
Their hands brushed together, and Nejire felt a jolt of electricity run up her spine as their hands brushed. She bit her lip, wondering if she should make a move. It was then they were interrupted by a scream coming from the alleyway.
"AHHHHHH!"
"Did you hear that?" Nejire asked.
"Yeah. Come on, let's check it out," Izuku replied, a serious expression on his face.
The two rushed into the alleyway to find two people and a monster. A man and a woman along with a Defiler. The woman with light blue skin with a ruffled dark blue hair lay across the floor. Meanwhile, the man, covered with strips of bandages, is being held by the Defiler was about to be eaten alive.
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Midoriya Izuku - The Winter King (BNHA x Love of Magic)
Fanfiction"You can run, but you cannot hide. We come for you, Winter Child. We come." Those are the words I, Midoriya Izuku, heard before being attacked by what seems to be a rotting dog corpse. It moved faster than the eyes could follow and was about to bite...
