It all happened so fast. You and your now-ex were arguing like there was no tomorrow—voices raised, emotions high. With tears streaming down your cheeks, you found yourself at your best friend’s house.

The only problem? She wasn’t home.

Instead, it was her father—Pro Hero and current number five—Bakugou Katsuki, who opened the door. His usual scowl twitched, almost softening at the sight of your tear-streaked face, but he held it together. With a low grunt, he nodded toward the hallway, silently inviting you in.

You made your way to your friend’s room without a word. The house was quiet, except for the soft sounds of your muffled sobs and the gentle patter of rain against the windowpane.

It felt like hours before a knock broke the silence. Bakugou’s voice followed, low and hesitant.

“She’s probably not coming home tonight,” he said after cracking the door open.

A moment later, he stepped inside and sat on the edge of the bed. The mattress dipped under his weight. He cleared his throat and, after a second’s hesitation, began rubbing your back in slow, soothing circles.

“Do you wanna talk about it?” he asked, voice softer than you expected.