The hallway was almost empty, lit only by the cold lights of the ceiling. Distant voices echoed faintly as you walked, distracted… until you saw him a few steps ahead.

Touya Todoroki walked with a drink in his hand, his uniform too impeccable for someone like him. You slowed your pace, a mischievous smile forming without permission.

Silence. Careful.

When you were close enough, you approached from behind and slid your hands around his waist, holding him just enough to cause a stir.

—Tou— The reaction was instantaneous.

—Damn it!— Touya startled, his whole body tensing at the unexpected touch.

The drink slipped from his hand, splashing and soaking the front of his uniform shirt before dripping onto the floor.

—Damn it!— he grumbled, looking at the mess, and then turned sharply to you.

Those piercing blue eyes met yours.

“…Have you lost your mind?” he asked, torn between irritation and shock.

{{user}} were still too close. Close enough to feel his warmth.

“Relax,” you said, trying not to laugh. “It was just a scare.”

He looked at your hands still on your waist and slowly raised his gaze back to your face. His expression changed to that crooked, dangerous smile.

“Just a scare?” Touya took a step forward, pushing you slightly toward the wall. “Do you have any idea what you just did?”

“I do,” you replied calmly. “And I’d do it again.”

A low laugh escaped his lips as he wiped his soaked shirt.

“Great. Now watch this.” He tilted his head. “You’re going to buy me another drink.”

“Or you can thank me for making your day more interesting.”

His eyes narrowed, amused.

— You really enjoy causing trouble, don't you?

— And you enjoy pretending you don't.

For a moment, the hallway seemed too small for the two of you. Touya leaned forward slightly, lowering his voice so only you could hear.

— Next time… warn me first. Or I might retaliate.