Boku No Hero Academia One Shots [Book 2]

Fumikage Tokoyami

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Flashback is in italics!

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"What?! How come you've got a girlfriend and I don't? Talk about unfair!" Kaminari groaned, falling back on to the dormitory couch.

"You should be thankful he let that slip! You know he doesn't say much about his personal life!"

Mina's excitement was uncontainable. "Tell us! Tell us! What's her name? What does she look like? I bet she's super pretty! Hold up - does she go to UA??"

To which Hagakure added, "Ooh, I bet she's really dark and brooding, right? Always thinking about death? Has probably killed someone?"

Tokoyami did nothing to confirm, nor deny, these accusations. Shame wasn't an attachment to your relationship, but his classmates were incredibly intrusive, and he just didn't have the energy or care to respond. Anyway, why should he? It was a brutal interrogation, and while the news probably wouldn't be scandalous, he still didn't feel ready to divulge. In a moment of sheer pettiness, he decided that prolonging the secrecy would give him more time alone with you; it might allow him to keep you all to himself, for just a little bit longer. There was only one person who became privy to your romance: Hawks, who mentored the emo birb and was, in a manner of speaking, the catalyst. But for as grateful as Tokoyami was, his torment was unceasing. Hawks loved to crack a joke, and the apparent predator-prey dynamic between the two of you was perfect for this.

Honestly though, he found it adorable.

You feasted on the thrill of capturing villains, of freeing the innocents from oppression. You firmly believed that the strong were duty-bound to protect the weak, and you performed diligently. It was such a refreshing sight - a freshly-baked pro hero roaming the streets, with no indication of fraud. But you weren't naïve, either. You were streetwise...cautious. And a carnivore, which provided the comical aspect of your meeting and subsequent courtship. Tokoyami's drama-laced, tenebrific words were challenged by your optimism and cheer. Your choice of costume colours was also quite different. You were polar opposites - even down to your quirks. While Dark Shadow was an Emitter type, your quirk: Cat, was a mutant type. It often got you into altercations with Hound Dog, during your time at UA.

In hindsight, he supposed it was a peculiar match. But he would never surrender you - not for anyone. He revelled in the security of your relationship, knowing that there wasn't a chance of him losing your heart. Still, jealousy might filter in at some point, especially with flirtatious and...unsavoury...characters, like Kaminari and Mineta. Could you really fault him? This was a completely new experience, a journey of love, and he was nervous! He tried hard not appear so, but you had been the instigator, the assertive party - the one to really show your affection. Hell, even your first few lines made him weak at the knees (not that it mattered, since you did tackle him to the ground anyway).

You were battling some low-level villains, when he and Hawks arrived on the scene. He noted everything from your glowing amber eyes, which had dilated in the dim evening light, to the swishing of your tail. Your teeth were bared, whiskers twitching. The way you defeated your opponents, with such swiftness and ease, impressed Tokoyami to no end.

Unfortunately, when he and Hawks approached you, the one thought running through your mind was: BIRD.

You pounced, sending him sprawling on the ground. You shocked him into silence, staring at his head like a predator. Were you waiting for him to speak? Did you mean to eat him? It was only after Hawks valiantly rescued him by shouting -

"Hey, (H/n) - that there's my intern! Go easy on him, will ya?"

- that you seemed to regain your senses. You apologised profusely, but you still had him caged between your legs and paws. He couldn't think of anything to say, so he just gazed up at you, utterly helpless and at your mercy. Dark Shadow was probably mocking him right now. He couldn't directly meet your eyes, but he felt them burning holes into his soul. Your tail betrayed your excitement. You wanted to eat him, all right.

Instead, you caught him further off-guard with a rushed, "Mate me."

He sputtered, while Hawks died of laughter in the distance. "I-I'm sorry...what?"

"Oh, my apologies!" You rubbed your neck, clearly embarrassed - but not nearly as much as him. "I meant - Date me."

It was an odd beginning to a devotional partnership, but neither of you cared. What use was public opinion, anyway? As long as this was consensual and happy...

Well, he soon discovered your other cat-like traits, like staring fixatedly at walls for no real reason, and playing with empty boxes. He also learned that you were incredibly sneaky and flexible, which allowed you to creep up and hug him from behind. He always flinched and flushed when you did, before settling into it. Sometimes, he would even nuzzle his beak into your neck. You loved the contact. You loved how after a few weeks, he stopped resembling a deer in headlights, and started actively seeking your touch.

But...you also loved tricks and games. Perhaps it was unfortunate, or perhaps it was a blessing in disguise. Either way, Tokoyami's classmates were about to get a lesson from his girlfriend!...Did that sound too harsh? Gosh, you still adorned that title with such pride. Love at first sight really did exist, huh? And you had never been a romantic. Maybe he was just the stunning exception - something your heart and soul both knew you couldn't live without. Thank the gods he said yes, or you probably would've died on the spot!

The moment you stepped on to campus, Tokoyami's distinctive fragrance hit you. He wasn't close, but your nose still picked up on everything. You followed it like a fool, blinded by love. Though, it had to be a surprise, so you couldn't just burst in! Eraserhead had brought you here specifically for reflex and stamina training. You chastised yourself - it wasn't solely about your lover!...But it sort of was...The students were in Gym Gamma. Their teacher was standing outside, presumably waiting for you. He acknowledged you with muted enthusiasm, then led you inside.

You decided on a grand entrance, even to the infinite horror of your boyfriend. You flashed him a combination of a wink and a wave, but his fate was sealed the minute you bounded toward him, yelling "Fumikage!!"at the top of your lungs.

What a way to be outed.

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