16

Later that night


"Today wasn't that bad," you say as you plop down on Todoroki's bed.


"Don't you have your own bed... in your own room," he stared at you as you took up all the space on the bed.


"Am I not allowed to hangout with my friend?" You angrily frown at him.


"Oh. I wasn't aware that was we're doing," Todoroki took off his blue jacket from his hero costume. "We can hangout then."


"Do you think the robbery we shut down today is still on the news?" You ask as you reach for the remote on the nightstand. "I probably looked so awkward."


"That was a while ago, I'm not sure if it's still there," he answered. "You can try looking for it."


You turn on the TV and surfed throughout different channels to see if you could find anything familiar. "Oh there it is! It's not live but it was saved from earlier this morning."


"I don't think we look that awkward," he commented. "It just looks like us having a normal conversation."


"You were a little bit awkward to those girls who walked up to you in the afternoon," you laughed.


"How? I was nice to them wasn't I?"


"They were flirting with you," you raise your voice, still giggling. "And you were so clueless about it."


Todoroki stared at the ceiling, trying to remember how it went down. "I don't recall such events."


"One of them kept touching you," you point out.


"I thought she wanted to feel the material of my hero costume," he tilt his head in confusion. "She kept rubbing it."


"Yeah, rubbing your biceps," you correct him. "And the other girl complimented your eyes." Right when you said that the events of the salesman complimenting your eyes back at the jewelry store reoccured in your mind. Bakugou was right.


"I thought she was just being nice to me since she saw me during the sports festival," he shrugged. "While we're at it I'm pretty sure I saw a lot of guys staring at you too."


You sit up straight from the bed. "Huh? I didn't notice any."


"They were kinda just looking at you from the distance," Todoroki says. "I don't really know if that means anything but I heard if someone stares at you a lot then they probably think you're attractive right?"


"There's a high chance of it yeah," you nod. "Either way they didn't actually come up and talk to me like those girls did with you. You really are a ladies man, Shoto."


He blankly stared at you. "I don't really know what you mean."


"Are you that oblivious to the affect you have on women? I bet one smile from you would kill them," you happily say. This was also an attempt to try and get him to smile more.


A terrified expression grew over his face. "I-If I smile at them, they'll die? That can happen?"


You pinch the bridge of your nose and remained silent for a good minute. "Never mind."


"It's been brought to my attention that I don't know very much about women," he rubs his chin. "You'll have to teach me more after I shower." Todoroki grabs his extra clothes and heads over to the bathroom. "Girls can die from a smile?..."


While waiting for him to finish showering, you take out your phone and decided to text Bakugou.


You
Hey, how was your second day?


Bakugou
Absolute shit. I can't wait to get
out of here.


You
Why? What happened today?


Bakugou
They flattened my hair.
And gave me a side part.


You
Pleaseee tell me it still looks like
that.
Or do you have a photo of it?
Please. I need to see this.


Bakugou
SHUT UP!
It could've been me kicking ass out
there today instead of getting my
hair done.


You
Ohh, so you saw Shoto and I on
TV? :)


Bakugou
Go die you bastard.
How's your arm?


You
Doesn't hurt as much as yesterday,
but it was a bit painful to use my quirk.
I miss Recovery Girl, she could've healed
this in seconds.


Bakugou
Just leave it up to that half and half bastard
to handle things and get bystanders to safety
or something.
That way you don't have to move your arm as
much.


You
And let Shoto have all the fun?
Would you do that?


Bakugou
Fuck no.
But I'm just staying it's probably not a good
thing to be waving your arm around so much.


You
Ehh, I can handle it. I've dealt with worse.
Oh by the way, Shoto is so funny when it comes
to girls.


Bakugou
I can't even imagine that idiot interacting with
girls in the first place.


You
You're right about that one. He was totally
oblivious to these girls flirting with him earlier
today.
It was entertaining to watch honestly.


Bakugou
Oh so he's like you?
Oblivious to flirting?


You
Hey give me some credit here.
I think I'm more aware than he is.
You'd be able to get some much
attention from girls if you stopped
telling everyone to die every 5 seconds.


Bakugou
I don't care about that shit.
I didn't come here for the girls, you think
I'm like that stupid purple fuck from our
class?


You
Oh Mineta? Was that his name?


Bakugou
How the fuck should I know?


You
I forgot you have a dumb nickname for
everyone in our class since you can't
remember their names.


Bakugou
Hell yeah, they're all just a bunch of
extras to me.


You
I don't know... you and Kirishima
seem to get along pretty well.


Bakugou
He's tolerable I guess. That doesn't
make us friends.


You
Yet.


Bakugou
Ever.


You
What're you doing right now?


Bakugou
Just got back to my room.
I had to run away from this crazy hero.
Why can't he brush his own goddamn
hair?


You
Can I see your hero costume now?


Bakugou
So annoying.
*image*
I had to take off one of my gauntlets
to take this photo.


It was a picture of him standing in front of a full length mirror dressed in his costume. And of course... the first thing you noticed was his arms.


"Stupid arms," you mumble.


You
Why is your waist so nice? :(


Bakugou
What the fuck...


You
I'm serious, it's like an hourglass.


Bakugou
WHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH YOU?
Why can't you just say "nice costume"
like a normal person and move on??


You
Nice costume.


Bakugou
Go to hell.


You
:(


Bakugou
Let me see your costume now.


You
You're lucky I haven't changed out of it yet.
I'm hanging out in Shoto's room while he's
showering.


Bakugou
Poor guy has to be stuck with you 24/7.


You
Don't act like you don't enjoy my company.


Getting up from the bed, you walk over to the full length mirror against the wall and snap a quick photo before sending it to him.


You
*image*


Bakugou
Isn't that a little too tight looking...


You
Yes Bakugou most bodysuits are...


Bakugou
Whatever. Mine's better.
Your's is plain.


You
It's just not a fashion contest you idiot.


Bakugou
WHAT'D YOU CALL ME?


You
The forearms have metal amour for protection
and my utility belt has ninja stars made out
of minerals so I can control them with my
quirk.


Bakugou
Yeah okay, just wait until you see my gauntlets
in action.
They're heavier than they look.


That would explain why his arms look so good all the time.


"I'm done," Todoroki walked out of the bathroom while drying his hair. "You should go shower too and come back when you're done. We can watch a movie and order food if you want. I don't really know what friends do for fun."


"That sounds nice," you chuckle as you get out of bed. "I'll be back in like 20 minutes."


"Okay, does sushi sound good?" He asked as he picked up the phone, ready to order.


"Get onigiri too please," you say as you open and close the door.


You
They can't be that heavy.


Bakugou
Try them out for yourself when we get back then.


You
I will.
I'm gonna shower right now,
I'll text you after.


Bakugou
I hope you drown.


You
...
In the shower??


Bakugou
Yes.


You
Does your tiny pomeranian brain know how
a shower work?


Bakugou
OF COURSE I FUCKING KNOW HOW
A SHOWER WORKS YOU MORON.


You
Just making sure.


You place your phone on the counter as you walk into the bathroom and turn on the water to your desired temperature. Getting out of your hero costume was indeed a bit of a pain but you weren't going to admit that to Bakugou. Getting your left arm out of the sleeve was the hardest part because it hurt every time something made contact with it.


The only thing you left on was the birthstone necklace and the bandage around your arm as you stepped into the shower and felt the hot water hit your face and travel down to the rest of your body. You hated showering because that's when you were left alone with nothing but your thoughts.


Usually, you would think about your parents but this time, you thought about how much you missed being around Katsuki Bakugou. You've never realized it before, but that boy has made you felt things you didn't know you were capable of feeling. If only you could pinpoint exactly what it was. Or maybe you'll continuing denying it and give all the credit to moving to a new a city and attending the infamous UA High the reason for your mysterious feelings.


Except you were eager to go back to school, because then you can see him again. Now what exactly can you blame that part on?


-


Todoroki opened the door within a couple seconds of knocking and you immediately jumped into his bed.


"At this point it's your bed now," he sighs while pushing you to one side. "The food should be here any minute."


"These pillows and blankets are so comfortable," you snuggle into the blanket and burry the side of your face into the white, fluffy pillow.


Shoto picked up the remote to turn the TV on and selected Netflix. "What do you want to watch?"


"I don't know. I've never really watched that many movies cause my dad never allowed it," you tell him.


"Same here," he says. "I heard this series is good. Midoriya recommended it to me. They're called Marvel movies and it's about different kinds of superheroes with different powers."


"Kinda like us," you chuckle. "If he says it's good then it probably is. Just choose a random one."


Todoroki clicked on a movie just in time for the food to arrive at the door. You both spent the entire time eating and watching the TV screen, but you only really had time for one movie.


"These movies are long," you point out. "They're either 2 or 3 hours but I'm not really complaining." You look over at the boy to see why he wasn't responding but his attention was totally fixated on the movie.


"This Captain America guy is really cool..." He finally said.


"Very good looking too," you add.


"He seems a little bit too old for you," Shoto frowned disapprovingly. "If you want a blonde, maybe stick with Bakugou." Surprised by his statement, you slap him in the arm. "Ow."


"Where did that even come from," you raise your voice.


He rubbed the part of his arm where you hit him. "You guys are always together and when you're not together you're texting or calling."


"We're just friends," you say.


"So you don't wish to be in a relationship with him?" He asked.


You stayed silent for a moment and pretended to watch the movie. "That's not what I came here for."


"That wasn't my question."


"I don't know," you didn't deny or admit it. "I don't think it would work anyway. Does he seem like the type of guy who wants a relationship right now?"


"No, he doesn't," Todoroki answered. "But you should try doing the 'flirting' thing to him and see how he reacts."


"I'm too awkward for that," you mumble. "I do like being around him though. I'm not sure what that means, but I catch myself missing him when I'm not with him."


"I see," he slightly nodded, still looking at the movie. "Sounds like to me that you have your answer on how you feel about him."


"Maybe I just don't wanna admit it," you say.


"And why's that?"


You shrug. "Maybe I'm scared? I've never been the best at dealing with feelings. I've never even liked anyone before either. Besides, I don't wanna ruin our friendship right now when I'm not even 100% sure about what I want."


"That's a good point," he agreed. "If it makes you feel better I notice that the only person Bakugou doesn't push away is you. He usually yells at everyone else and scares them off."


"Well he doesn't scare me in the first place so maybe that's why," you laugh softly.


"And maybe that's what he likes about you," said Shoto. "That you don't scare easily. Meaning, you know how to deal and put up with him."


You smiled, but didn't say anything to that. "You're the first person I've brought this up to."


"I'm honored," he spoke in a monotone voice.


"You should be," you replied sassily.


"Let me watch the movie." He held a finger up to your lips to shush you.


"Screw you!" You gasp and hit him lightly again. "Fine watch your stupid movie."


He looked at you with a little smile and turned back to the screen. As time went by you started getting tired since you were in such a comfortable position and began dozing off little by little.


After the movie ended, Todoroki turned his face to you and saw that you were fast asleep besides him. He reached over and pulled the blanket up to your shoulders and softly patted you on the head.


Then he heard buzzing coming from under the sheets and lifted the blanket a little to see your phone going off.


Incoming Video Call: Bakugou


"Hello Bakugou," Todoroki greeted him.


"Huh? Icy-hot? Why're you answering her phone," the blonde asked. "Where's that shitty girl?"


Shoto turned the phone over to show the camera that you were sleeping soundly. "We were watching a movie and then she fell asleep. Do you want me to wake her?"


Bakugou felt a knot in his chest. Was it the fact that you were going to sleep next to another guy? And in the same bed? Whatever it was, it bothered him. "No, it's fine. Why couldn't she sleep in her own room?"


"Like I said, we were watching a movie, and then she fell asleep," Todoroki repeated. "She seemed comfortable, I didn't want to wake her. She might hit me again."


"Tch. Sounds like her," he mumbled.


"Did you need her for something?" Shoto whispered so he wouldn't wake you.


"No, she wasn't answering my texts so I was just curious on what she was doing," Bakugou answered.


"Oh, I see. I'll let her know tomorrow morning that you called."


"Don't bother. It's fine."


"She's gonna see it in her call log anyway," Todoroki pointed out.


"I knew that!" Bakugou growled. "Whatever then. Bye."


"Goodnight."


Bakugou tossed his phone aside and fell back against the pillows, frustrated. Deep down he knew he had no reason to care. One, because it's only Shoto Todoroki and knowing him nothing will happen. Two, why should he care in the first place? He spent the next few minutes trying to convince himself it was for your safety but as if Shoto would ever lay a finger on you in the first place.


Angry at his own thoughts he got out of bed and decided to refill his water bottle at the water fountain down the hall. As he opened the door and made a sharp turn to the left, he collided into another person.


"Watch where you're going!" He hissed.


(New character! She's not apart of the anime. I made her up.)


"Sorry," the girl responded.


"Why the hell were you walking to close to the door anyway? The hallway's big enough to walk in the center you know?" Bakugou continued glaring at her. She had dark long, wavy hair that went down to her upper stomach and light brown eyes.


"I was looking down at my phone and didn't see where I was going," she laughed nervously. "You're Bakugou right?"


"Are you another fan from the sports festival?" He raised his eyebrows.


"Uh no, I also intern with Best Jeanist... and I participated in the sports festival too," she said awkwardly.


"You did? I don't remember you. You probably didn't leave a good impression then," the blonde spat.


"We had a slight run in during the Calvary Battle," she tried jogging his memory. The boy continued staring at her blankly. "I was a part of Monoma's group."


"Who?" Bakugou tilted his head.


The girl sighed. "He's the guy who copied your quirk and stole your headband... before you stole it back."


The memories came flooding back to him. "So you're from class 1-B then huh? I hate you guys."


"You were really impressive out there though!" She said enthusiastically. "Your quirk is amazing!"


"And what's yours?" He asked.


"I can manifest any animal's trait," she explained. "So if I wanna become fast, I can use a cheetah's speed. But it has its limits. I can't manifest a bird's ability to fly and the better the animal the more energy I use."


"Well that's a let down," he scoffed. "I hope you don't think you can outshine me or anything. Even with a quirk like that I'll take you down if I have to."


She shook her head. "Oh no that's not my intention," she chuckled nervously. "Like I said I was just impressed by you and I really think you have what it takes to be a hero."


"Oh," Bakugou was taken back by the compliment. "Well anyone with a brain and eyes already knows I'm capable."


"I'm Hana by the way," she introduced herself.


"I don't care," he instantly replied.


"Why are you heading out so late?" She ignored him.


"None of your business," Bakugou pushed passed her and made his way to the water fountain.


She used a bunny's trait to keep her footsteps from being heard and silently followed him. "Oh you're getting water?"


Jumping a little, the boy turned back and yelled, "WHY THE HELL ARE YOU FOLLOWING ME?"


"It's a little funny seeing you mad and annoyed," she giggled.


"Go away," he ordered as he continued filling up his water. "You have 3 seconds before I blast you into pieces."


"Are you always this violent towards people?" She asked curiously. "I mean I kinda figured from watching you at the festival, but I didn't know it was your whole personality!"


"God do you ever stop talking," he groaned. "Why don't you just go back to your room instead of bugging me?"


"I just wanted to make a friend while I was here," she shrugged. "And you seemed interesting enough."


"Well go look for someone else-- I'm not here to make friends and more importantly, I hate people," Bakugou stated.


"Hm, you were a lot hotter when you're not constantly yelling and insulting everyone," she mumbled.


"DO YOU WANNA DIE?" He shouted.


"See what I mean?" She pointed at him.


"I've had enough of people telling me that." He began walking back to his room.


Hana laughed as she continued trailing besides him. "Oh so someone else mentioned that too? You should follow our advice then."


"Or I could kill you," he suggested.


"I don't think you could if you tried," she smiled. "I got a really high score on the entrance exam you know?"


"I still beat your ass in the festival and I'll do it again you know?" He mocked her.


"Won't you be too busy getting a makeover from Best Jeanist?" She teased.


Bakugou let out a deep breath, too tired to deal with the girl who won't seem to leave him alone. What felt like an eternity later, he finally reached his room and couldn't be happier.


"You're not gonna say bye?" Hana says as he opened the door.


"Die," was the last thing he said before slamming it shut.

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