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[it's about 3am in los angeles, and todoroki is just getting back to the hotel. his father's still down at the bar with whatever executive he's meeting tonight, and frankly he can stay there. todoroki is tired and frustrated and lonely, and he doesn't want to have to put on his public face any more.

discarding his jacket and loosening his tie, he falls backward on the bed, pulling out his phone. some quick math tells him it's about 7pm back home. midoriya should be done with dinner.]

There's a rock climbing wall in the gym at this hotel. It made me think of you. We should try that, sometime, when I get home.

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[ Ferrying his bowl to the table, he runs his fingers over Todoroki's arm on his way past, giving him a lopsided smile. Of course, it's alright with him, but that Todoroki asks despite it is sweet. ]

There's nothing in the world that could get me to say no to spending more time with you, Shoto.

[ Once they've settled at the table, Midoriya digs in without any hesitation, though he does stretch his legs out until his socked toes brush against Todoroki's own, sliding up to tangle together with his legs.

The only issue with massive exertion and his quirk is that it means he has to keep up the caloric intake to make it work; they go through a ton of food together, which means making big, protein-heavy meals that can last for days when they're too busy (or tired, or injured) to make it. ]

[That's exactly what he needs. All of those touches, the way Midoriya just casually intertwines their legs, touches him in passing, leans into him whenever they stand next to one another, holds his hand. Every single one is another step towards reaffirming this connection, fitting himself back into the shape of his life here. The man he is now, not the person his father wanted him to be.]

Really? Nothing at all?

[He's smiling as he starts to eat, a little slower than his partner but not by much. Todoroki's own metabolism is pretty high as well; cold requires a high caloric intake, and fire always needs fuel, not to mention the more mundane demands of his training regimen. Honestly, between the two of them there's no surprise just how much of their budget goes towards food, and just how much time they spend together in the kitchen when they have the energy.]

But no, I wouldn't be so selfish I keep you away from all of our friends. Just...one more night. I just...missed you a lot, Izuku.

[Another small, giddy rush, like a different kind of flame curling in him. No matter how many times he hears his partner say his name like that, he still gets this feeling. Just the same as when he says Midoriya's name in turn. It might be silly, how this still feels intimate, but...still.]

Gym, patrol, shopping, and then another night in. And then the next day, we can get dinner, if everyone's free. That new dim sum place that opened near the mall, maybe? I hear it's really good.

I mean, I guess a villain?

[ He's actually considering it now between big bites, chewing and swallowing because his mom did manage some manners. Despite using Todoroki's name first, hearing his own out of Todoroki's mouth a moment later right when he's going to take another bite means he nearly inhales it, cheeks red, torn between fondness and embarrassment at himself. Smooth. ]

It isn't selfish, you know. [ Once he's swallowed two massive mouthfuls of water and feels a little less flustered, he pokes his toes against Todoroki's thigh gently. Probably, like most things, he's overthinking this, but communication is one of the things they're actually pretty decent at and there's no reason to stop that now. ] You were gone for weeks and we're going to go right back to work, pretty much. If you told me you wanted to spend a week in bed, I'd find a way to make that happen.

If it were a villain, though, you know I'd be fighting beside you.

[After all, that's what they did. But the way Midoriya does seriously consider it, and doesn't just make careless promises, is really heartwarming. So is the way he chokes and sputters and blushes hearing his own name like that, and Todoroki's smiling as he reaches under the table with one hand, sliding it over Midoriya's foot and gently squeezing his ankle.]

I know you would. That's one of the things I love about you. And that actually does sound really nice. An entire week in bed with you, just the two of us, sleeping and then...not sleeping...

[It's definitely tempting.]

But it would be a little selfish. We have other friends, and important jobs. So I'll take the moments I can.

[hey look it's this entire thread]

[ The hypothetical situation means that they wouldn't be able to, he wants to point out, but that's just splitting hairs at that point. He takes it for what it is; a sweet gesture, one that makes his chest warm at the constant reassurance that no matter what he has Todoroki at his side. ]

We wouldn't get anything useful done, and it sounds kind of nice.

[ They can't right now, though. Midoriya knows they're both too busy, both doing their best to keep up with their jobs as heroes and taking a few days is nearly impossible let alone taking a week or two.

Their goal could be to get to a point where it's possible, though. At least that's something tangible, something both of them can turn their undivided attention to in hopes of achieving it. ]

The end of the year is pretty slow... [ Even villains have families, he supposes. Gently, Midoriya reaches over the table and curls his hand on top of Todoroki's. ] We could aim for a week or two off then?

[An actual vacation together. The thought makes Todoroki pause in his eating, looking thoughtfully at the hand on top of his. It sounds impossible with the way things are right now, with patrols and learning the ropes and public appearances, and just the thousand things that go along with life, but...

But if they both set their minds to it, there's nothing they can't do, together. Todoroki turns his hand up, lacing his fingers through Midoriya's and squeezing gently, before looking up from that hand to his partner's face.]

Sounds pretty extravagant. A whole week, or two, even?

[And yet, he's smiling, a warmth in his expression that only Midoriya seems to be able to summon so easily.]

I'd love that. Maybe we could even go somewhere. Just the two of us. Find an exotic new bed to spend all day in.

Aim for two and we'll see what happens?

[ he hopes for two but getting that much time off when they're just starting is going to be difficult, midoriya knows and accepts that. even villains seem to take breaks during holiday season though, which is a relief even if it's surprising.

if they had to they could swap shifts with someone to make up for it, or swap locations with another hero, or-- well there's a bunch of ways to make this work and midoriya is nothing if not fiercely determined to get what he wants. ]

I feel like it's kinda funny to go to a new place and spend a bunch of time in bed, but...that also sounds really nice.

[ midoriya's the type to want to do anything, everything, to the point of exhaustion and todoroki tempers him out in the best of ways. ]

Two it is.

[It'll be tricky, but he's got faith. They can do it. And even if they only manage one, it'll be enough.

One whole week together, just the two of them. He thinks...well, maybe it's a little early for that. They're still working all this out. And they've got plenty of time ahead of them. But he's never been the type to hesitate when he knows what he wants, has he? Not since they were in school. Not since he learned how to be better.]

Yeah, it might be a little weird, but sometimes it's nice to relax somewhere away from everything you know. It means surprises and interruptions are less likely to come knocking at the door. Literally, in the case of some of the interruptions we know.

[He loves their friends almost as much as he loves his partner, but still.]

We wouldn't have to go far. Maybe we could visit a ryokan outside the city? Somewhere with private baths and a nice view where we could just relax?

[ midoriya's hand fits itself more firmly into todoroki's, his fingertips tracing idle lines over the top of it, lifting it after he finishes with the idea of relaxing. the kiss feels a little silly, maybe, but he presses his lips to todoroki's knuckles and then sets it back down. ]

I think two weeks might be a little ambitious to hope for no interruptions but we'll do our best.

[ between the both of them their luck is atrocious but they have to try right? that's all they can do and it's much easier to face the kinds of things they'll face when they're together. ]

That... sounds nice, too. Even just for a weekend?

[ he'd trade all the hours necessary to get two days with todoroki, just the two of them alone on a short trip somewhere. ]

[The kiss might feel silly to him, but it just fills Todoroki with that familiar warmth and contentment. He loves those little gestures, all the small touches and comforts Midoriya offers that make him feel truly settled. He cherishes every single one after all this time away from home, and he's still smiling as he goes back to finish his food.]

Maybe, but I'm going to aim big. What can I say, you're an inspiration.

[The grin he offers is a quick flash, and maybe just a little wicked.]

At least a weekend. We could do it before then, too. Trade shifts with people, maybe. You do look really good in yukata...

Plus ultra.

[ midoriya's grin is quick and easy and then he ducks his head, helplessly flustered in a heartbeat just by a few words. it's amazing how todoroki can do that, just swap the tables on him so neatly. ]

So do you, now I'm going to be thinking about this all week.

[ it's not a bad mental image, to be fair.

there's a small, selfish part of him that's realizing he wants to devote as much of himself to being the symbol of peace as possible while still retaining time for the other things he loves. all might was right when he said midoriya had to learn a balance and if there wasn't one, make some. ]

We'll figure out a way.

You and me both.

[There are worse things to be thinking about, honestly. Once he goes back to work, he'll be there with his partner, and he'll be able to face his father and those long, rambling bits of exposition and instructions on how to live his life with the thought of a long weekend sometime soon with just the two of them, in yukata, in a private bath, or maybe an onsen...it's a good thought. Something for himself, some small selfish piece that's just for him, and just for them, so the rest of the time he can share Izuku with the rest of the world and let him shine.]

I know. You never give up, and how can I not do everything I can to make it happen? We could do a trial run this summer. See if we can manage a whole three days an hour or so outside the city, before we try anything else.

[ So many compliments!!! Midoriya's face flames, all the way up to the tips of his ears and he ducks his head sheepishly, holding Todoroki's despite the embarrassment. It's too much! How can he be expected not to get flustered when Todoroki's being so sweet? ]

We'll...figure something out. [ he doesn't know what or how but they're determined and resourceful and really, really fucking stubborn. ] If we both talk to our agencies beforehand we can try and lay some of the groundwork in advance?

That sounds like a good idea. Not now, since I just got back, but in a couple weeks I'll start talking to our support staff to see if I can find the best weekend for it.

[He's off and into logistics land as he squeezes his partner's hand, then lets go so they both can finish the last of their food. When they're done, Todoroki uncurls and stretches, squeezing Midoriya's foot against his thigh before lifting both arms over his head, shirt rising slightly as he arches his back.]

That was amazing. You're really good in the kitchen, you know? I know everyone always raves about Bakugou's cooking, but yours is great.

I - oh.

[ he means to thank todoroki for that, because it is really sweet but then todoroki shifts and stretches and midoriya's mind goes blank a moment because wow. wow yeah, he knows todoroki is furiously hot and he knows that that's his boyfriend but sometimes it's just - gosh. ]

Kacchan's um, he's still better, I think because he has more experience but I'm getting there!!

[ getting up, he tides up the table quickly mostly so when it's clear he can settle himself into todoroki's lap, arms draping over his shoulders. ]

You'll definitely get there. And I'll be happy to help you practice anytime.

[Well, he's absolutely not going to argue with a boyfriend in his lap, is he? As Midoriya settles in, Todoroki slides his hands up over his partner's thighs, slipping them under his shirt to wrap around his lower back.]

Hi.

[It's silly, and so is the dreamy smile on his face as he looks at those beautiful eyes, but then, it's okay if it's a little silly with him. Leaning in, he places a light, chaste kiss on Midoriya's lips, lingering just a little.]

Missed you.

Yeah!

[ morning sparring fuck yeah, really. midoriya makes a pleased noise at the press of todoroki's hands on bare skin, leaning into the solid weight of him like midoriya himself doesn't weight a ridiculous amount of muscle. the kiss gets a hum, followed by midoriya leaning into it a little more, winding a hand into todoroki's hair. ]

Missed you too.

[ quiet agreement against todoroki's lips, followed by another kiss and then a regretful little sigh. ]

We should...get up, at some point, though. Your legs are gonna go numb.

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