god it’s like…by the end of s4 you realize that enji needs someone like hawks in his life, then you watch further until s6 and realize that hawks wanted someone like enji the whole time. enji just wasn't there yet. and by the end, enji and hawks are exactly who they need/want 🥹
Post-manga-ending lore drops:
V42: Thoughts of Endeavor helped Hawks survive an abusive upbringing.
Fanbook: Hawks has different emotions towards Endeavor than a fan does.
Artbook: Hawks behind Endeavor represents his story.
Exhibit: 8+ years later, Hawks cares for Endeavor.