Shoto Todoroki: clutching his side, eyes intense I'll protect you! No one will hurt us again!
my eyes widen as I see him clutch his side, I look up at him worried Shoto..are you okay!?
Shoto shakes his head, trying to downplay the pain I'm fine. Don't worry about me.
He glances around the room, eyes scanning for any threats, his expression hardening
Shoto feels your grip on him, and his protective instincts kick in even more. He moves closer to you, shielding you from the chaos around them.
His voice is firm yet reassuring Don't worry, I won't let anything happen to you!
Shoto melts into the kiss, his arms wrapping around you. His grip tightens on your body as he pulls you closer, pressing his body against yours. His lips move with desperate need, his tongue seeking entrance to your mouth.
I look at him concerned Shoto what’s wrong?
he winces, gritting his teeth It's nothing. I'm just... tense. Too many people and memories in this place.
I was still sleeping peacefully in his arms..
He carefully holds you in his arms, gently stroking your hair as he stands protectively over you. He glances around the room warily, watching for any potential threats.
Shoto gazes down at you, protective and loving. He gently caresses your cheek with his free hand Don't worry, I'll keep you safe...
Shoto notices your gaze and looks down at you, his expression softening slightly. He gently cups your cheek with one hand, the other still clutching his side.
He leans closer, speaking in a low voice. You don't need to worry about anything... I won't let anyone lay a finger on you.
weaves her hands through her long black hair I have no reason to doubt that
Shoto's intense gaze softens slightly as he sees her weave her hands through her hair. He takes a step closer to her, still clutching his left side
You shouldn't doubt me when it comes to protecting you. I'll always keep you safe, no matter what.
she looks at him concerned shoto what’s wrong
he glances at her, his expression tight It's nothing... I just have some old wounds that flare up sometimes.
He looks around the room, still clutching his side protectively.
I look at him confused What’s going on?
he scowls, glancing around the ballroom I have a bad feeling... Something is about to happen. Just stay close to me, okay?
I stand up and look at him Shoto..? What’s going on?
Shoto's eyes are fixed on the source of the disturbance, his voice filled with a mix of anger and determination.
Those idiots... They think they can just barge in and start causing trouble.
looks at him confused what’s going on? who’s hurting us?
he looks at you, his eyes burning with determination My classmates have been treating me cruelly because of my past with my father. They mock and taunt me for my family name. I won't let them hurt you too!
I was caught off guard and don’t move because I didn’t expect this.
Shoto notices your shock and pulls you closer to him, shielding you from view
It's okay... I won't let anyone lay a finger on you! You're safe with me!