{𝑲𝒊𝒔𝒔 & 𝑻𝒆𝒍𝒍} Bakugou x Reader / 18+

Chapter 17: Tassle

Up the first flight of stairs and with the thump of your heels against the concrete, he steadies each and every one of your steps. 

You reach the top and you're met with golden doors. 

They are open for both of you and you almost feel underdressed just for being inside. 

You clutch your purse as you both are led away to a private table, up a grand staircase and past a humungous chandelier that still sorts of works for the room. 

It looked more like a ballroom than a reception for a restaurant, high-end or not. 

Another set of grand doors is opened for the two of you, and you are shown into a room overlooking the rest of the establishment and windows with an excellent view of the night sky.

He nods to the waiter and you thank them before they leave, closing the door behind them. 

You take your seat in front of him, you thank him when he pulls your chair out. 

You straighten out your dress and take your seat, hanging your bag against the back of the chair.

 
"You look hot." he mutters, and you smile.

 
"I'm glad you appreciate my work." 

you smile and put a flattering hand under your chin, modelling your efforts. 

"So, when are they gonna put you on the field?" 

he asks and you come up with an estimate. 

"Well, I have all the physical training I need which cuts off at least 3 years from my interning, so I'm gonna be on the field pretty soon, just not on my own." 

"So your time at UA wasn't totally useless?"

 you nod. 

"Sometimes being indecisive has its perks." 

grinning, you watch and he laughs. 

A noise that rumbles through and leaves butterflies flying up and circling your heat, almost making you dizzy. 

"I'm proud of ya'." 

it makes the blood rush to your cheek, makes your heart warm and your chest almost feels tied in a knot. 

"Thanks 'Suki." 

you kick your feet under the table, almost hitting him in the process. 

He chuckles again and you laugh along with him. 

"Sorry." 

"Don't worry bout it. If I couldn't handle your measly little kick, I wouldn't be a hero- would I?" 

you nod, smiling. 

And about 10 minutes later, you're getting hungry. 

"Do we like- keep waiting or are we just gonna like starve here?" 

you mutter looking around the room, not stopping to admire the lavish curtains or the beautiful wall work. 

Your gaze only stops at a tassel connected to a string leading into the ceiling. 

"Oh." 

you walk over to it, watching it sway. 

"We gotta summon them." 

he gives you a devilish grin his vermillion eyes showing hints of mischief. 

"That's some good detective work, sweetheart."