[They both need someone who's stubborn, maybe. Someone who isn't just gonna give up. Especially since they both suck at this.

Honestly, he's just playing along for the hell of it, now. He doesn't necessarily believe in any of this, it's just something that's fun to think about occasionally. What's the harm in keeping an open mind? And after all, didn't this dumb conversation get Katsuki interested, too?

That sparkle in Shouto's eyes is back as he looks down at Katsuki, fingers combing through his hair again as the other boy settles back down, and he's definitely smiling now.]

Right? I saw that challenge. He was way too cheerful about trying to murder them. I'm honestly surprised they survived.