Fire and Flames - OCxDabi BNHA FanFic

Chapter 8: Kindred Spirits

!!!!BEING EDITED AND REWRITTEN!!!!

The night air was thick with tension as the members of the League gathered in their dimly lit hideout. Shigaraki leaned against the table, one hand sliding up his rough neck as he scratched, his presence demanding attention. "Listen up, everyone. We're having a training session tomorrow with Hawks," he announced, his tone brooking no argument. 

Dabi, perched at the edge of a nearby crate, scoffed, crossing his arms defiantly. "Training? I don't need a babysitter, especially not Hawks." His voice dripped with skepticism.

Shigaraki's gaze hardened. "It's not just about you, Dabi. It's necessary for the whole team. We need to be prepared for whatever comes next. And Hawks knows his stuff." He paused, letting the weight of his words sink in. "You'd do well to pay attention, especially considering what you might need to know."

Dabi narrowed his eyes, picking up on the unspoken implication. This wasn't just about skills; it was about strategy—Hawks' strategy. The thought gnawed at him, and he felt a flicker of unease at the idea of needing to learn the ins and outs of the man he despised. Still, he kept his mouth shut, knowing Shigaraki wouldn't take dissent lightly.

From the other side of the room, Toga interrupted with her usual enthusiasm, her voice bright and mischievous. "But why train when we could be out finding cute little Deku?" She pouted dramatically, her eyes sparkling with mischief at the mere thought of a hero hunt.

Shigaraki's expression twisted with irritation. "We're not chasing after heroes right now, Toga. Focus. We need to prepare for a real fight."

Toga hushed, and pouted.

Yuna sat quietly in a corner, her mind drifting as the chatter around her faded into the background. She found herself lost in thought, reflecting on the conversation she had with Hawks earlier that day. He had a way of cutting through the noise, making her feel seen when everything else felt overwhelming. But it was more than that; she thought of her father, the warmth of his presence, and how Hawks reminded her of those moments she had thought were lost forever.

And then there was Dabi. His unexpected vulnerability had left a mark on her heart. The way he'd held her, his quiet strength wrapped around her like a shield, made her feel safe in a world that often felt chaotic.

As the League continued their banter, Yuna was pulled deeper into her own introspection. Would the training session with Hawks change things? Would it push her closer to understanding the complicated relationship they shared? The weight of Dabi's gaze and the fire in his eyes filled her thoughts, making her wonder how their bond would shift in the face of all this tension.

"Yuna!" Shigaraki's sharp voice cut through her reverie, snapping her back to the present. "Are you even paying attention?"

She blinked, feeling the heat rise to her cheeks. "Uh, yeah. Sorry, I was just... thinking."

Shigaraki rolled his eyes, exasperated. "Great. Just make sure you're ready for tomorrow. Everyone else, dismissed."

As the group dispersed, Yuna remained in her spot, the chaotic energy of the League swirling around her. She knew she had to prepare for whatever lay ahead, but a part of her yearned for clarity amidst the confusion. With a deep breath, she resolved to face the coming day, determined to unravel her feelings and the tangled connections that had begun to weave their way into her heart.

Dabi lingered just outside the room, his gaze fixed on Yuna as she wrestled with her thoughts. She seemed utterly lost, her eyes devoid of the spark that had once drawn him in. In that moment, she looked as lifeless as she had the first day he met her, and the memory washed over him like a wave, bringing with it a deep sense of melancholy.