My Cop Academia

The Bar after the Dragon's Eye

As they continued to play games and share stories, the atmosphere grew increasingly intimate. The bar was dimly lit, and the soft glow of neon signs cast a warm light over their faces. The sound of chatter and laughter filled the air, but it all seemed to fade away as they got lost in their own world.

Deku couldn't help but feel a flutter in his chest as he watched Shoto's eyes light up when he won at one of the arcade games. He wanted nothing more than to reach out and take his hand, but he was too nervous to make such a bold move.

Bakugo could sense the tension building between them, and he felt a pang of jealousy wash over him. He had never been one to back down from a challenge, but he didn't want to ruin the bond they had formed over the past few months.

Suddenly, Shoto's phone buzzed, interrupting the moment. He checked the message and frowned. "It's nothing important," he said, dismissing the message with a wave of his hand. "I don't have to leave just yet."

Deku and Bakugo exchanged a relieved look, glad to have a little more time with their friend.

"Truth or dare?" Bakugo asked, breaking the silence.

Deku grinned, eager to continue their game. "Dare," he said, feeling bold.

Bakugo's eyes gleamed mischievously. "I dare you to kiss me," he said, his heart racing.

Deku's eyes widened in surprise, but he didn't hesitate. He leaned in, closing the gap between them, and kissed Bakugo softly on the lips. It was brief, but it sent a shockwave of electricity through their bodies.

As they pulled away, both of them were panting, their hearts racing. "My turn," Deku said, trying to steady his breathing. "Shoto. Truth or dare?"

Bakugo couldn't help but feel a twinge of jealousy as Deku focused his attention on Shoto once again. But he pushed it aside, knowing that their bond was stronger than any fleeting feelings of jealousy.

Shoto hesitated for a moment before answering. "Truth," he said, his voice barely above a whisper.

Deku nodded, sensing the weight of the moment. "What's going on at home, Shoto? You can tell us."

Shoto looked down at his hands, feeling a lump form in his throat. He had never been one to share his problems with anyone, but something about the way Deku and Bakugo were looking at him made him feel like he could trust them.

"My dad..." he trailed off, struggling to find the words.

Bakugo put a hand on his shoulder, giving him a reassuring squeeze. "We're here for you, man. Whatever you need."

Shoto took a deep breath, feeling the weight of the world lift off his shoulders. As he began to open up to his partners, he knew that he had made the right choice by trusting them. Together, they would conquer any challenge that came their way.

As the night wore on, they continued to share stories and laugh, enjoying each other's company. They took turns buying rounds of drinks, and before they knew it, the bar was closing.

Outside, the air was cool and crisp, and they huddled together to keep warm. Shoto looked up at the stars, feeling a sense of peace wash over him. For the first time in a long time, he felt like he wasn't alone.

As they said their goodbyes and went their separate ways, Deku and Bakugo exchanged a meaningful look. They both knew that there was something more between them than just friendship, but they didn't know what.