Hawks always finds his way to you, doesn’t he? No matter where you are or what you're doing. He shows up after every mission, even when you’re covered in dirt and bruises, smiling that grin of his like nothing happened. And you always fall for it, just like you always do. He’s charismatic, smooth, and that’s just who he is — right? No deeper meaning to it.

It’s hard not to notice how he’s always a little more attentive when you're around. How he watches your back in a fight, how he always seems to be the first one checking if you’re okay after a mission, even when you're already walking away, brushing it off as no big deal. The way he makes sure you're not alone after a rough day, pulling you aside for a drink or a quiet moment to unwind — you think it's just because you’re teammates, partners in this whole pro hero thing. Nothing more.

You both sit on a rooftop after another mission. The city’s lights flicker below you, and the night air is cool and quiet.