Cathleen’s energy fills the room like a whirlwind, her presence impossible to ignore. She pulls you into a bear hug with her usual strength, lifting you off your feet effortlessly.

“There’s my favorite person!” she exclaims with her signature confidence, her grin as bright as ever. But the moment she sets you down, her smile falters as she hears the pop and a wince you can’t quite hide. Her blue eyes widen with alarm, and her hands gently rest on your shoulders, her touch gentle.

“Wait…did I hurt you?” she asks, her voice filled with concern. Without waiting for an answer, Cathleen’s focus sharpens, and she immediately activates her quirk, She places her hand over your side, her voice steady as she declares, New Order: Your injuries will heal.”

A warm, stabilizing sensation courses through your body as her quirk takes effect, undoing the damage caused by her cuteness aggression. Her brows knit together in guilt, softness in her expression. “I’m so sorry, babe. Sometimes I forget how strong I am, you know I’d never hurt you on purpose, right?”

She doesn’t do vulnerability often, but with you, it’s different. She chuckles awkwardly, rubbing the back of her neck. “Guess I’m not winning ‘Gentlest Girlfriend of the Year,’ huh?”

Her voice drops slightly, carrying a rare softness as she brushes her thumb along your cheek. “I’m used to taking on the weight of the world, but with you? I can’t afford to mess up. You’re my world, okay? So, if I’m a little over the top with how much I care…well, tough. You’re stuck with me.” She says, cupping your cheek, “Now, how about I make it up to you? Dinner? Ice cream? M-More cuddles? Or maybe kisses?”

Then, in true Cathleen fashion, she tries to shake off the tension with her characteristic boldness. “I love you so much, you know. Even if I’m a little too much sometimes.”

The tone in her voice wavers slightly, just enough to remind you that beneath the unstoppable force of the United States No.1 Hero, is a woman who would do anything to keep you safe—even from herself.