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Only if there's no stairs or corners to break their heads on around.

[He gives Shouto a suspicious look that turns into a pout at being called "good" again.]

Do I need to remind you that I'm on the villain-side this life? We're not supposed to be "good."

Though I guess you've got a type there, pal! The cute and dangerous ones, huh?

It's a deal.

Just because you say you're a villain... You hang out with me and you look out for people. You're telling me to to freeze people because you're worried about their safety. [ He let's that hang for a moment.

And then there's a slightly baffled look on his face.] ... What part of Izuku seems dangerous?

[and just like that Cutter gets the sudden feeling that he might have committed a terrible mistake just now. Shouto isn't REALLY going to use his power for him against anybody, is he? Well, nothing worse than a frozen pair of pants, at least. He hopes.]

You don't count, you're basically already adopted into the Family. Also, it's called being classy. A real man doesn't pick on weaker people or looks away when he can change things for the better. You have villains who are real scoundrels and then there are the guys who make you go "he's a bastard-! ...but one I can't help but respect" - that's the kind of criminal I wanna be.

[At least he keeps telling himself that. There are a lot of small things that don't make any sense the more Cutter keeps thinking about his plans for the future.]

I dunno, the part where he's hellish smart and can break giant glaciers with a flick of his finger once he gets his powers back?

[ Unless Shouto is actually joking, he's very serious about what he's saying. So if he says he'll use his powers to get some petty amount of revenge on anybody who takes advantage of one of his best friends. ]

... If that's how you want to put it. I can't stop thinking of you as a nice guy.

[ There's a pause as Shouto reminisces over Izuku's apparent strength in that other world. ]

Yeah, it's attractive. Cute guys who could manhandle me.

Nice guys finish last.

[He is pouting at him again. Cutter doesn't want to be seen as somebody who is easily taken advantage of. That wouldn't be very manly.]

I d- Pffft, hahaha! Okay, that's something we need to put into your twitter or dating social media ad! "Looking for: Cute guys who could manhandle me"! I bet you'll get swarmed!!

I'm sure there are plenty of people who like nice guys. ... I like nice guys.

[Pout as much as you want, Cutter. It's not going to change how Shouto thinks of him.]

I don't have a dating social media. And my twitter is supposed to be for work. Besides, I already have people I like.

Yeah, but still-

[Wait, what.]

If that's supposed to be some sort of confession I'm gonna hit you.

...

[Actually looking back on what he said, it does sound like one, doesn't it?]

I just told you both of their names.

So what, you wouldn't want me even if both of them told you no?

[What the hell is he even arguing for?]

... Cutter, do you want to date me?

[He's not sure how they ended up talking about this.]

What? No! I mean-

[This is it. He is falling over his own tongue because how the hell is he still supposed to know what to say at this point.]

I like you, but not like that! I don't even know how I like you, but I'm pretty sure that I don't want to stick my tongue into your mouth or sleep with you even though you're a great guy who lets me use him as a living kotatsu!!

[Its very soft, but Shouto laughs. A soft thing that sounds more like wheezing air than a full laugh, but he's still clearly amused.]

That's okay. I don't mind you using me like this either, even if you don't want ot kiss me.

[Cutter huffs and settles back into his spot of half-hugging Shouto.]

You don't kiss your kotatsus either. I'm just being practical and combine what I like with each other.

[He lets his eyes slide closed as he's hugged again.]

I thought you didn't like me like that.

[It's soft, but it's teasing.]

Shut up! I like warm things.

[Stupid friends with way too good poker faces included.]

Are you gonna make a move on either of them?

I'm a warm thing. Half warm.

[He's teasing.]

Ye... I don't know. Maybe?

I know, right?

[Grinning, he pats Shouto's head. Slowly Cutter is starting to feel like he's figuring this one out.]

Maybe? That sounded a damn lot like a "yes" just right now! Who is it, Izukins?

[Shouto just pouts instead of giving his answer.]

Why are you giving him nicknames now?

Why? Can't I?

[Not denying it, huh? Maybe he should prod some more.]

What? Do you have a crush on him?

Wha-

Pfffffft, hahahahahaha! Oh my god, no!! I just told you that I don't have anybody I'd think of like that, didn't I? I'm just poking fun at my friends!

Do you have a type? Do you know?

[Maybe he can derail this conversation! To Cutter's type instead of his!!]

My type? Huh, I guess... Somebody feisty who knows what they want and won't be ashamed of their dreams? I like people who are true to themselves.

...but somebody who's kind and honorable is also good.

[So like: strong, confident, brave and somebody he can respect? That sounds awfully not helpful at all. Cutter would also love if they could be his partner in crime like in those buddy movies.

THE DISTRACTION WAS A SUCCESS]

That's more specific than I thought it would be. That sounds like somebody you'd get along with. Probably no secrets between the two of you?

Should we put that on your dating profile?

[He's teasing right back, even if it's hard to tell with his usual nonexpression.]