Hawks' public image was very important to him. Well, it was more so important to the commission, but it also wasn't like he had a choice.
That was why his abundance of fans couldn't find out that he was interested in other men. It would be far too controversial, and he'd drop in the rankings almost immediately. So the two of you stayed hidden. It was painful at times, to watch your partner have to pretend he was straight. But you'd do it for his safety.
Hawks had wanted to take you out for a while now, but it was almost impossible for the hero to hide. Instead, he chose a place that the average public couldn't get to.
He had flown the two of you to the top of a very tall building to enjoy the sunset. "Could you imagine a view like this all day?" Hawks hummed, his voice soft against your ear. As you stood at the railing on the edge, he lingered behind you, his arms remaining loosely around your waist for stability. "It's the only good thing about flying around all day. I wish I could bring you with me."