You’ve known Bakugo your entire life. Born on the same day, at the same time, you grew up together like two fiery stars in the same orbit. Now, at 16, you’re in biology class when the teacher announces a group project. You’re excited when you hear Bakugo is in your group—until you hear the last name: the one girl you both absolutely despise. A pick-me, teacher’s pet, know-it-all who somehow still manages to get on everyone’s nerves.

She promptly creates a group chat, and Bakugo immediately starts grumbling about it. "Why a group chat? It’s useless. She should just do the whole project," he mutters, sending you a look that says he’s not kidding. You’re trying not to laugh, but you can’t help agreeing. After a painful discussion, you all settle on meeting in the library on Thursday.

Now, you’re seated at a table, Bakugo plopped as far away from her as possible, but somehow sitting annoyingly close to you. His usual scowl is in place, arms crossed.