For so long, all I did was unravel in front of him bitching, moaning, rehashing every disappointment as if my life were nothing but misfortune. I was convinced he'd eventually get fed up and leave. Instead, he only drew closer, answering my chaos with even more affection, even more steady, deliberate care.
"Tomura".
"I love you," I said through my sobs.
"I love you, too."
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I heard Tomura instructed Kurogiri to send a portal my way. It saves me time trying to rush back. I gathered my two bags in my hand. I envision his face filled with complete gentleness and indulgence, welcoming me back. I could practically taste his flowery scent on the tips of my tongue. Oh, how I wanted to have those strong arms wrap around me.
After a while, it appeared. I hummed in delight, slipping into the portal with the bags in hand. I couldn't wait to hug my alpha. To breathe in his scent as I embraced him.
I stumbled inside. The first person I saw was...
Toga.
"Mido-chan! Is here!" She yelled excitedly.
I frowned slightly. She ran to hug me, but Tomura pushed her away. I chuckled as he engulfed me in a tight, possessive hug. I could smell his scent rolling off of him in waves, shooing away a clingy Toga.
"No fair! I wanted to hug Mido-Chan!" She pouted, stomping her foot.
I'll admit the way she sulked made me want to give in to her. I mean, she has surprisingly been a great friend. Chaotic, maybe, but she's nice.
"I'll take those," an underling passed took my bags.
I thanked them.
I pulled away from Tomura, "Toga, I'm back."
I opened my arms and she ran in, hugging me tightly. I saw she started teasing my jealous alpha. Poking her tongue out at him.
"I advise you to put your tongue back in your face before I rip it out." He threatened.
"Boo. He's bullying me, Mido-chan. Let's go eat." She whined.
She started to pull me along. I giggled, deciding to tease him a little longer. Payback for always seeing me at my weakest. We went to a table and sat down. I could smell the mouth-watering scent of food. My favorite food. I felt the presence of a wolf that wanted to devour me. I knew who it was, but I just ignored him.
"Has anything happened when I was gone?" I asked.
"Not I was trying to buy some more knives for..." she paused for a split second, looking at the man behind me, then at me.
"I also went shopping with Twice." She blushed slightly, smiling.
She babbled on and on about their antics. Like what places they went to. How much fun she had with him. She'd better be lucky he was out right now because I'm so sure he would die of embarrassment.
I gave her a knowing look.
"W-what?" She turned into a tomato.
"You guys are so cute." I giggled.
"I just happen to like hanging out with him." She mumbled, averting her eyes.
"Sureee you do." I propped my head on my hand.
"What about you and that crusty bastard behind you?" she snipped.
I blushed as I felt his eyes intensify on me. 'Damn you, Toga.'
"This isn't about me. It's about you having—"
"S-shut UP!" She shouted, running away.
I was confused about her outburst. My eyes followed after her as she ran away, her face beet red. I saw Twice entering the room. Toga ran past Twice. He looked so confused. I pity his soul. I cackled manically. They are meant for each other. The goofy villain and the energetic compliment each other nicely.
Tomura huffs in annoyance. I think I ignored it for too long. I glanced at him. Our eyes connected immediately. I looked away. He started walking my way. My heart couldn't handle the emotions in those eyes. I love him so much it hurts.
"Are you done being mischievous?" Tomura inquired.
He sat beside me. His red eyes were boring into me. A frown plastered across his face. I smirked.
"I don't know, you tell me."
His hand started to reach out to me. Suddenly, Kurogiri's voice resonated throughout the room.
"Food is ready".
I smiled and thanked him as he placed the food down on the table. My alpha sat beside me. I find my alpha wouldn't take his eyes off of me. His eyes filled with concern and anxiousness, yet the most prominent emotion these scarlet eyes reflected to me was... love. This stubborn, possessive, overbearing man is so indulgent, only to me. I wonder what I did in my past life to be rewarded with such luck.
Dabi interrupted the tranquil scene, "Ugh, get a room."
I didn't get to ponder my thoughts before the others came back to join. The room was in chaos. Tomura looked away from me, yelling at Dabi. He chided them. Toga came back finally, her face flushed pink, with Twice following not far behind her. I smiled as we just chatted, joked, and laughed.
My heavy heart became lighter. I smiled, scooping some of the broth.
I found myself staring at the Katsudon. Then I looked back at Tomura.
This incredibly imperfect, perfect man is all mine. I never knew if it was right to get involved with such a dangerous person. Never knowing if I was falling into the web or silk. Whatever it was, I would like to keep this.
I'd continue falling even deeper, into the unknown abyss forever.
I wish every time I open my eyes every morning that I stay in this pocket paradise.
And feel this warmth.
A sense of––
Family.