Unpredictable (Overhaul x Reader)

Split Up

Keeping both your palms rested on your thighs, it took a lot of energy to regulate your steadily increasing blood pressure. Not seeing Overhaul for almost a week made you realize just how gorgeous his face was, despite it being partially covered by the beak. From time to time, you would send a death glare to Tsukauchi.

It also took a considerable amount of dedication not to look at him. Thankful that peripheral views exist, you were sure how his golden eyes would linger on your silently panicking figure. Tapping your foot was definitely not helping.

"So that's the rerun for later." Tsukauchi ended the presentation and closed the projector. He, too, could feel the increasing tension in the room. Yet, this had been a part of his plan. Seeing how you were down made him move and decide that it was time for him to intervene. He also took note on how Overhaul made zero effort in concealing his stares. "Any questions?"

"The back route seems a bit faulty." One of the officers commenced making Tsukauchi reach for the printed copy. "Is there an alternate route?"

"We can opt to use the fire exit but it would be too obvious on our part. I specifically chose this route since there are less hindrances along the way and it would be easy to be lost in the crowd."

"I'm pretty sure the Fukuo Kai will be heavily guarding the back route."

"On the contrary," Overhaul spoke up. Each person jumping at the sudden intrusion of his muffled voice. "The back route will make things easier. If your lot wants to narrowly escape then being cornered will be a good thing. Those bastards aren't the best when they get separated from their mother hen."

Hearing him speak sent shivers down your spine. Gritting your teeth, you pushed your quirk a bit more to relax yourself. Personal emotions aside, he had a point.

"He just sided with Tsuka-kun." Shinezu leaned in and whispered. "Is this a fever dream?"

"No. Take the sociopath away, he's relatively stable." You praised him. "One of the best villains to work with, in all honesty."

"Oh right, you were paired up with him before the... holy smokes this guy's got balls. Entering a precinct despite having the heroes planning to capture him? What I'd give to have his confidence."

"You'll get there, Shinez. Just get out of the office more." You squeezed his shoulders and earned an enthusiastic huff.

With the briefing now finished, Overhaul excused himself and left the room. The way he turned around without a care in the world, or at least the people in the room, made the butterflies in your stomach tingle with a certain longing that only he could fill. Chewing on your inner cheek, it was getting difficult to stop yourself from standing up and drag him to that one secluded area to pour your pent up emotions.

Shaking your head, you shifted your attention back to the meeting. It had not registered that there were still a few small talks happening. Luckily, no one took it to themselves to converse with you. Listening to their conversations, one of them addressed his concerns about having to work with a villain.

"It goes beyond our belief." He commented. Forehead wrinkling at the thought of having Overhaul as a team mate.

"He does the job rather well." Tsukauchi defended him. His words bore no ill-will. "His quirk will be of help later. Also take into consideration that your group will not be in the same area as him. (l/n) and I will be with him guarding the premises."

"Still. I bet right now, he's listening in on our conversation. Doesn't that bother you?" His eyes slid to your silent mouth. Almost as if asking for validation. One that he would not be getting anytime sooner.