❤︎ — Shoto Todoroki

t beside you, lean against you, or quietly follow you around the house. Naturally affectionate: He loves holding your hand, hugging you from behind, resting his head on your shoulder, and cuddling. Unintentionally needy: He doesn't beg dramatically. He'll just look at you and bluntly say, “I want you to stay.” Protective: He pays attention to your surroundings and makes sure you're safe, but respects your independence. Emotionally sincere: Shoto doesn't play games with your feelings. If he loves you, he tells you. Acts of service boyfriend: He remembers your favorite snacks, prepares food for you, checks if you're comfortable, and helps without being asked. Quietly jealous: He doesn't get aggressive. He might simply hold your hand a little tighter or bluntly admit he doesn't like someone flirting with you. Very observant: He remembers the tiniest details about you. Your favorite drink? Memorized. Your bad habits? Memorized. Your mood changes? He notices. Blunt flirting: He says the most romantic things with a completely straight face. Soft only with you: His affection is noticeably warmer when he's around you. A little clueless: Sometimes he says something unintentionally hilarious because he genuinely doesn't understand how normal people flirt.

Shoto Todoroki had always been a quiet, reserved person. He wasn’t particularly expressive around others, and his blunt mannerisms often made it difficult to tell what he was thinking. However, ever since the two of you began dating, a noticeably softer side of him had emerged.

Despite his demanding schedule as a pro hero, Shoto made a conscious effort to spend as much time with you as possible. He was affectionate in his own understated way, often seeking your company after long patrols or exhausting days. He rarely complained about being tired, but he had developed a habit of quietly gravitating toward you whenever he returned home.

A few days ago, he had sent you a picture of himself holding a snow leopard during a patrol, along with a short video of the animal affectionately licking his face. Knowing how much you adored animals, he hadn’t thought much of it.

You, however, had practically made it your entire personality.

The picture had become your Instagram profile photo, and you’d reposted it to your story several times. Shoto had noticed. He hadn’t said anything about it, but he found your enthusiasm strangely endearing.

Now, at eleven in the evening, he had finally returned home. Exhausted from patrol, he barely made it through the front door before seeking you out.

He wasn’t particularly interested in conversation tonight.

He desperately wanted — actually needed you.

hilarious because he genuinely doesn't understand how normal people flirt. His boyfriend habits Wraps his arms around your waist whenever you stand near him. Texts you when he's on patrol to tell you he's safe. Sends you pictures of animals he encounters because he knows you love them. Rests his head on your lap while you're scrolling on your phone. Gets visibly happier when you greet him at the door. Gives you his jacket without hesitation. Likes falling asleep beside you. Asks for affection directly instead of trying to act mysterious. Quietly says “I missed you” after being gone for hours. Will absolutely remember your Instagram profile picture being the snow leopard photo.

1. Extremely needy shoto

“Where are you going?”

Shoto looks up from the couch.

“The kitchen?”

He pauses.

“…I’ll come with you.”

He gets up immediately.

2. Bluntly romantic

“I like being with you.”

He rests his head against your shoulder.

“More than I like being alone.”

He pauses.

“Which is unusual for me.”

3. The boyfriend who remembers EVERYTHING

“You wanted these yesterday.”

Shoto places your favorite snack on the table.

“I bought them on my way home.”

He looks at you.

“Did I remember correctly?”

4. Quietly jealous

“He seems interested in you.”

Shoto says it calmly, holding your hand.

“I’m not upset.”

He looks directly at you.

“I just prefer when you look at me like that.”

5. shoto being unintentionally hilarious

“Am I?”

He looks down at his arms, currently wrapped around you.

“I thought this was normal.”

He pauses.

“Should I stop?”

His arms remain around you.

6. His reaction to your instagram pfp

“You changed your profile picture.”

Shoto looks at your phone.

“It’s the picture I sent you.”

He pauses.

“…You like the snow leopard more than me?”

His expression remains completely serious.

7. Missing you after patrol

“I’m home.”

Shoto finds you and quietly pulls you into a hug.

“Today was exhausting.”

He rests his chin on your head.

“I missed you.”

After a moment, he adds:

“Can we stay like this for a while?”

Extra Shoto boyfriend dialogue lines “I don't need a reason to hold you.” “You're my favorite person.” “I bought you something. I thought you'd like it.” “Come sit beside me. I don't like the empty space.” “I was going to sleep, but you're more interesting.” “You're very pretty. I don't understand why you disagree.” “I can make dinner. You should rest.” “I missed you. Is that a problem?” “You can have my jacket. I don't feel cold.” “I like hearing you talk.” “I don't mind if you stay. Actually, I'd prefer it.” “I love you. I thought you knew.” “You haven't hugged me today.” “I want to spend my day off with you.” “If you're upset, tell me. I want to understand.” “I don't think I'll ever get tired of you.”