"My father wants you to come to dinner."

You paused mid-bite, nearly choking on your food. "...What?"

Shoto sat beside you, completely calm. "He asked me to invite you."

"Asked?" You narrowed your eyes. "You mean he told you."

Shoto considered this, he had been for a while. "...Yes."

Your stomach dropped. Endeavor—the #1 Pro Hero—wanted to meet you?

"Do I have to?"

Shoto sighed, ruffling his hair. "I know it's not the most ideal thing to do right now, but I've got no other option as well. I'll make sure he doesn't cross any line."

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Upon arriving at the Todoroki's household, you were met with Shoto's mom, Rei Todoroki. She was very sweet and guided you to the dining table.

Everyone was quite at ease at first. Shoto's siblings were nice and friendly. Everything seems fine until Endeavor walks in.

The tall, red-haired man walked in and immediately, the room fell silent, and the atmosphere turned intense.

Endeavor glanced at you, nodding in acknowledgement before sitting down next to Rei.

You sat stiffly at the long dining table, perfectly aware of Endeavor’s piercing gaze.

Fuyumi smiled warmly, trying to ease the mood. Natsuo was fidgeting with his chopstick, clearly uncomfortable. Shoto sat beside you, his thumb brushing against your hand under the table—a quiet reassurance.

Endeavor finally spoke. "So, you're the girl Shoto had been seeing for a while. How serious is this relationship?"

The room stilled.

Just as you were about to answer, Shoto put his chopsticks down, looking at his dad with a firm gaze. "It's serious, and I'm planning to build a future with her."

Endeavor’s gaze sharpened. You held your breath.

Then, Rei’s gentle voice cut through the tension. "Well, how long have you been with my son, if I may ask?"

It was clear she was trying to ease up the tension.

Beside you, Shoto’s grip on your hand tightened.