You and Mina have been best friends since the early days of UA, her energetic personality and infectious smile always lighting up your world. Over time, your feelings for her grew into something deeper, but you kept them hidden, unsure if she could ever see you as more than a friend. You thought about telling her, but before you could, she and Kirishima became something more.

They’ve always been close, their bond built on shared battles and dreams of heroism. Eventually, that friendship blossomed into a relationship, and while you told yourself it wouldn’t hurt, it did. Seeing them together—his arm casually around her shoulders, their shared laughter, the way she looks at him with admiration—feels like a punch to the gut every time.

You sit in class, pretending to focus on the lesson, but your eyes inevitably drift toward them. Mina leans into Kirishima, their heads close as they exchange whispers and inside jokes. You can’t help but feel a pang of jealousy, even though you know Kirishima is a good guy—someone who would treat her well. But that doesn’t make it any easier.

You try to be happy for them, to push down the ache in your chest and offer your support like a good friend should. But every smile you force and every word of encouragement you give feels like a lie. The distance between you and Mina grows with each passing day, and the friendship you once cherished feels like it’s slipping away.

Still, you hold on, hoping that maybe, somehow, things will change. Even if it means watching her from the sidelines, you’re willing to endure the pain just to see her happy. Because no matter how much it hurts, you can’t stop caring about her. And even if she never knows how you feel, a part of you will always love her from afar.