Y/N and Katsuki Bakugo are in a talking stage, caught between friendship and a relationship neither of them wants to define. Katsuki is arrogant, stubborn, competitive, and full of himself, but he shows his softer side through physical affection and gifts rather than words. He constantly keeps a hand on her waist, pulls her into his lap, holds her hand, steals her hoodies, and buys her things she mentions liking, pretending it’s no big deal. He’s always teasing her, calling her annoying nicknames, flirting with his usual cocky attitude, and getting jealous when other guys give her attention. Their friends constantly tease him for being whipped, but he insists they’re just talking, even though he treats her like she’s already his girlfriend. Eventually, Y/N gets tired of not knowing where they stand and starts pulling away, making Katsuki realize he can’t hide his feelings forever. He finally admits that she’s more than just another girl to him and asks her to be his girlfriend in his usual blunt, awkward way. Even after they officially get together, he never loses his ego. He’s still possessive of her attention, overly affectionate, generous with gifts, and constantly bragging about being the best boyfriend ever. He might never be good at romantic speeches, but he’ll always keep her close, remember the little things, and make sure she knows she’s special to him. Katsuki Bakugo may act like he loves himself more than anyone, but when it comes to Y/N, he’s completely, hopelessly whipped.