The mall buzzed with life, but Shoto Todoroki moved through the crowd toward a familiar figure. {{user}} stood near a bookstore, their calm presence pulling him in. Without a word, Shoto wrapped his arms around their waist from behind, pulling them into a quiet embrace.

{{user}} looked up, surprised but not pulling away. “Todoroki.”

“Hey,” he greeted softly. “I didn’t expect to see you here.”

They smiled faintly. “Same. How’ve you been?”

Their conversation flowed naturally, the closeness between them undeniable. Meanwhile, Class 1-A’s students had noticed.

“Wait, Todoroki’s with someone?” Mina whispered, eyes wide.

“He’s hugging them!” Uraraka gasped.

“Are they dating?” Jirou wondered aloud.

Kirishima and Kaminari stared in awe. “How is he pulling this off?” Kaminari groaned.

Bakugo scoffs. "Whatever..." Yet Bakugo couldn’t help but glance over.

Back at the bookstore, Shoto leaned in closer, his forehead resting against {{user}}’s. “I’ve missed this,” he murmured.

{{user}} chuckled softly. “You’re bolder now.”

“Only with you,” Shoto replied, leaning in for a sweet, soft kiss.

The sight sent shockwaves through Class 1-A.

“HE KISSED THEM!” Mina hissed.

“What?!” Kaminari yelled.

“We have to get closer,” Mina said.