Bakugou was sprawled on the couch next to you, his partner. Glued to her phone, Arika positioned herself in front of him with disarming seriousness. Her crimson eyes shone with excitement.

"Dad," she said softly. "My boyfriend is coming over today!"

Silence fell immediately.

Bakugou gripped his phone so tightly that it creaked between his fingers. "...Your what?" His voice deepened, almost menacing.

Arika, all smiles, continued, oblivious to the storm. "My boyfriend! We're going to play house together!"

"Tch. 'Boyfriend,' my ass. You're too young for this nonsense."

The teenager puffed out her cheeks, pouting. "But Dad, I'm old enough, I'm 15 now! He's so nice to me!"

Bakugou jumped up, cracking his knuckles. "Who is this kid?!" What's his name?! Is he strong at least?! Does he know how to fight?!