On a cozy Friday evening, the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink. Y/N and Shoto Todoroki strolled hand in hand through the city, the atmosphere buzzing with lively chatter from nearby cafés and bustling streets. They had both agreed to take a break from their rigorous training at U.A. High, choosing instead to enjoy a quiet evening together.
Y/N glanced up at Todoroki, who, with his striking half-white, half-red hair catching the light, looked effortlessly handsome. He wore a soft smile, which made Y/N's heart flutter. It was these moments that made the challenges of being a hero feel a little lighter.
"Are you okay?" Todoroki asked, his normally stoic demeanor softening as he stopped to look at Y/N more closely. He had a way of making everything seem uncomplicated, even in a world filled with quirk battles and villain confrontations.
"Yeah, just… enjoying the moment," Y/N replied, squeezing his hand. "I'm really glad we decided to do this."
As they made their way to a small, tucked-away café with cozy lighting and aromatic coffee brewing inside, they were oblivious to the familiar faces trailing behind them.
"Hey, are you sure they're dating?" Ochaco Uraraka whispered to Tsuyu Asui, her wide eyes peeking through a nearby alley. "They're way too cute!"
"Most likely," Tsuyu replied, her tone calm and somewhat teasing. "They've been spending a lot of time together. Plus, Shoto's not one to make friends easily." The two girls hid behind a pile of crates, their curiosity piqued.
With a soft laugh, Y/N and Todoroki settled into a quaint corner table inside the café. As they chatted about everything and nothing, the outside world faded away. They shared their favorite desserts, a slice of chocolate cake for Y/N and a fruit tart for Todoroki, and the closeness between them sparked warmth in Y/N's chest.
"I never knew you liked chocolate," Todoroki remarked, watching Y/N with a fondness that was impossible to miss.
"It's my guilty pleasure," Y/N replied, taking a enthusiastic bite. "What about you? Is this fruit tart really just an excuse to eat more strawberries?" They both laughed, reveling in the comfort of each other's company.
Unfortunately, that comfort was short-lived. Just as Y/N was about to feed Todoroki a piece of the cake, the café door swung open, and in walked none other than Ochaco and Tsuyu. Y/N's heart sunk slightly, knowing the immense embarrassment that was about to unfold.
"Uh, hey guys!" Ochaco said, her cheeks turning pink as she spotted the couple at their table. Tsuyu's expression was a mix of surprise and amusement.
Shoto looked equally surprised but conveyed none of the embarrassment typical of teenagers. He merely nodded, "Hello."
Y/N's face was burning, and they couldn't help but giggle nervously. "We were just… um, catching up!" Y/N felt a lump in their throat and hoped they didn't sound as awkward as they felt.
"Catching up, huh?" Ochaco smirked, crossing her arms in playful suspicion. "Seems more like a date to me!"
Y/N looked at Todoroki, whose expression did not waver. Yet, there was a hint of a blush creeping up his cheeks—a rare color that Y/N found endearing. "Would you two like to join us?" Todoroki asked, not fazed by their antics.
"Awww, can we?!" Ochaco exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "I'll pay for my drink!"
Tsuyu raised an eyebrow, smirking as she said, "I wouldn't mind sitting in on your date as long as I get to eat too. I'll take the matcha latte."
With a reluctant but amused sigh, Y/N nodded, and soon their date turned into an unexpected group outing. They settled into the corners of the small table, chatting and teasing each other under the warm glow of the café lights.
Watching Todoroki's easy smile and hearing his laughter made Y/N realize that sometimes the best moments come from the most unexpected situations—even if those include being caught mid-date by your friends.
As the laughter filled the air, Y/N felt grateful for the chance to see Todoroki's softer side shared with them, no longer worried about being interrupted. After all, friends were part of the journey, and Y/N knew that whatever came next, they'd face it together— whether it was in the comfort of each other's hearts or amongst the teasing nature of the people they held dear.