"Ohhh that place looks nice." You point at one of the brochures on the table. 

         "Yes!" Oikawa gasps lighting up. "It has a natural spring nearby too." He tells you excitedly. There's a pause in the room at that. 

         "Let's go." Almost everyone else says.

         "So it's decided." Oikawa beams. "We'll leave in three days." Everyone nods and you peer over as Ushijima peeks into the main room. Oikawa pauses, looking between you and Ushijima.

          "Oikawa." You start. He groans, covering his face. 

          "Fine." He sighs. You smile and get up, going to Ushijima.

           "Welcome back. How was school?" You ask lightly.

          "It was fine…" He looks to the side. You hum, and touch his arm before heading upstairs with him.

          "You know Tendo has told me about your lying habits right?" You breathe.

          "It did not feel good to go back." He admits. "A lot of people were asking about what happened. And Tendo wasn't there to help…"

          "Hm? He wasn't?" You tilt your head. "He said he wasn't feeling well this morning so he's staying in bed."

           "That's probably it then. I didn't go to the dorms." He murmurs, looking down as you enter the room. You sit on the bed as he takes off his jacket. You frown lightly as he grabs some clothes and heads into the bathroom to change. He soon comes out and sits on the bed with you. "I am… Really disappointed the headmaster wouldn't hear me out." He sighs, turning to you slightly and resting his forehead on your shoulder. You blink in surprise before frowning more, fingers combing through his hair, leaning your cheek against his head. 

            "I'm sorry. I don't know what to say to help… To be honest the only thing I can think of is going to raise hell with your headmaster. But that'll make things worse…" Your free hand takes one of his, giving it a light squeeze. "Geez your hands are big…."

            "Thank you." He lifts his head to send you a small smile. "You don't need to do anything for me though. This is enough."

           "... Wanna come on the camping trip with us?" You ask, making him blink.

           "But… school…" 

           "You can take some personal time off. It's their loss for kicking you out of the dorms." You scoff. "So come have fun with us." You smile.

           "I don't want to cause another fight…" He frowns now.

           "You won't. Oikawa begrudgingly agreed to this." You give a thumbs up. He searches your face.  

            "What do I need for camping?" He inquires.

            "Ahh… We got three days, so I'll take you shopping with me tomorrow." You decide, placing your hands on his with a smile.

            "Okay… Do you want a hug?" He murmurs.

            "Random question but yes." You hug him happily at that. He hugs you back, cheek resting on your head, and pausing as he spots the twins peering in with frowns.

            "... Is something wrong?" He asks them.

            "Nope. Just coming to get some clothes to change into." Atsumu says lightly. 

            "They were staring from the doorway weren't they?" You guess, not looking over, still enjoying the hug.

           "Yes." He answers.

           "You two need to get better at sharing." You tell the twins, pulling away from Ushijima.

            "Never." They say together. You smile and shake your head in amusement at that.

            "Anyways the day is still young…" You hum putting a knuckle to your chin in thought. "Oh, let's go on a date." You tell Ushijima. The twins and Ushijima freeze in surprise, blinking at you.

            "Oh. You mean like the ones you go on with Tendo." Ushijima murmurs. "Sure. I'm not sure what else to do here besides working out."

            "I thought so." You smile getting up. "Ooo I'm going to wear my snake hoodie." 

            "Atsumu stole it." Osamu informs, "Check his closet."

            "Aww do you miss Daishou too?" You beam opening Atsumu's closet and taking his hoodie.

             "No! I borrowed it because it was cool!" Atsumu snaps.

             "You borrowed it and then put it in YOUR closet." Osamu deadpans.

             "What? ___ can go through my closet." Atsumu shrugs. "Just stay outta the box on the top left, Kay?"

             "I have no intentions of going into your closet." You respond simply. You pause as you put on your hoodie, looking over at K.K on your desk. You pick it up and change the canister before putting it in your pocket.

           "Hm? You taking K.K? You're not planning to get into a fight are you?" Atsumu inquires.

           "Of course not. But accidents happen all the time and Sakusa says to always be prepared." You respond with a shrug. 

           "... I'm so proud of you." Sakusa comments from the doorway, making you jump and blush lightly.

           "Sh-Shush." You scoff, going to the window. "I'll meet you outside Ushijima." You add jumping out the window.

            "... So flustered that they jumped out the window..." Osamu blinks. 

            "That was kinda cute." Atsumu chuckles. "Getting all pink and running away…" He then looks at Sakusa, smile dying. "Cactus bastard." He huffs. Sakusa removes his mask to show an amused smile.

            "Must be frustrating that you can't do that." He rumbles smugly before putting his mask back on and continuing down the hall.

            ".... I hate that guy." Atsumu growls as Ushijima goes out.

            "Lame."

            "Shut it- Oi! That's my shirt!"

            "And that's another one of ___'s hoodies."

            "I'm borrowing it!"

            "Awww."

            "That's it! I'm kicking yer ass Samu!'

            "Are you okay?" Ushijima asks when he meets you outside.

            "Yeah. Sorry, that was pretty lame on my part." You say sheepishly, rubbing your neck. 

            "Atsumu thought it was cute." Ushijima assures, tilting his head to peer at your face. "Where are we going?" He adds.

            "There's a camp supply shop nearby next to an old apartment building. If I remember right." You breathe in thought, taking the lead. You lead him not far from the dorms to a crummy plaza with some random shops around. "Oh. There it is. After we find some things for camping I know a great place to eat, I haven't been there since middle school." You add excitedly. 

            "Alright." He nods following you into the store. 

            "First we need a tent and some sleeping bags." You breathe. You start listing things off and grabbing things as you wander the small store. Then a conversation catches your ear and you stop.

             "Got anything to get rid of the smell of rot?" An old man was asking the cashier.

             "Sir I just sold you the only things we have for that. Did none of it work?" The cashier frowns.

            "No… I was wondering why the third floor was so empty… Guess I'll just have to move too." He sighs. You blink and approach him carefully.

            "I'm sorry, I couldn't help but overhear… What apartment building are you in?" You ask lightly, a tingling down your spine made you feel like you had just discovered something dangerous. 

          "It's that one right there." He points. "It has a nice view of Raizu too. Seeing the young heroes nearby is very assuring for my weary soul." He murmurs, pointing it out to you. You swallow at that, looking at the building.

         "I'm going to see if I can find a way to help him out. Can you take what we bought back to the dorm and meet me back at the plaza?" You look back at Ushijima. He tilts his head, watching your face.

         "Be careful." He nods, taking the bags out after you pay.

*_*_*_*

         "Alright boss, time ta check yer eyes." Death comes in with a small cheerful smile and a medkit as well as a box under his arm. 

         "Finally. I'm so bored." Tendo sighs sitting up. 

        "Heh dontcha worry boss. I found us an activity for yer boredom if yer eyes aren't healed." Death chuckles lightly, removing the bandages to peer at his eyes as Tendo opens them. "Ah. Look at dat, yer irises are all nice and red again. And the whites of yer eyes are coming back too." He smiles, making Tendo blink at him.

         "What's this? Kobalt is acting cute? Did you see a pretty girl while you were out?" Tendo teases. 

         "Sorta. I spotted ___ heading to the plaza when I was coming back. Had a big guy with em too." Death responds, cleaning Tendo's face. 

         "Sounds like Ushijima." Tendo breathes, closing his eyes as Death wipes around them. "Glad they're getting along. Hope that doesn't mess with the trigger though… Then again if it did I won't have to…" Tendo trails off with a frown and suddenly looks at Death. "I want to see ___. How do my eyes looks?"

         "Well yer friend would definitely worry over them." Death tilts his head. "And ya been here a bit so ya probably reek too." 

         "Damn. What's that?" Tendo looks at the box.

         "Yer new helmet. Marceez got done with it faster than I thought." Death hums, taking it out and showing it to him. "The purple looks really nice over the titanium." 

         "That does look nice…" Tendo takes it with a small smile. One of his eyes light up, starting to bleed. ".... Kobalt." He says suddenly tense. "Did ___ see you?"

         "Hm? No?... Oh. Shit…" Death's eyes widen in understanding and he looks to the door in alarm now.

         You rub your nose as you step onto the third floor. This was definitely black water. You start down the hall, nose scrunching up as you get near the end of the hall. It seemed to be coming from the last door on the right. 'He has to be here, he must've been watching the school this whole time.' You shift, removing your right glove and reaching for the door. The moment it bursts, a hand flashes through the particles and grabs your wrist, yanking you inside and to the floor. 

          You gasp in surprise, blinking up at Midnight's mask. He keeps you pinned under him, moving your left hand over your right to cancel your quirk out as he holds them down with one hand. He hums, his other hand slowly trailing from your throat and down your torso.

          "How did you know I wanted to see you? What a gift you are ___.” His computer voice purrs, hand reaching your hoodie pocket. He pauses and takes out K.K. "And you brought me a literal gift. How delicious." He hands it to Death as he crouches beside you.

          "What were ya thinking? That was not at all clever." Death shakes his head.

          "... Dammit." You look to the side, silently scolding yourself. You pause and glare at Midnight as his fingertips graze under your shirt.

          "Boss. Yer getting a bit too handsy there." Death whispers blushing lightly with a frown.

          "Oh, sorry ___.” Midnight raises his hand. "Now what should we do about you…" He peers about. "If I let you up now there will be a fight… Taking you with us isn't smart… Death, get me one of those vials. The greenish one should knock out ___ for a bit." He nods to the vials. Death moves to do so and you shift under Midnight.

          "Oh. You're pretty light." You comment, making them both pause before you rip your arms free and flip Midnight onto his back, aiming your right hand at Death. 

          "Shit." He swiftly becomes a puddle as you burst the table and vials behind him. Midnight swiftly takes your glove from your pocket and messily puts it on your hand, sitting up and slamming you against the wall, pressing you into it with his body. 

           "You…" He chuckles, pinning your arms over your head. "Are so much fun." The mask presses against your forehead. You shift, frowning at the eyeshield uneasily.

           "That was bleedin close!" Death gasps reforming to look over what you had burst. "That was most of em bottles too…" He grumbles before looking over at you two. "Boss. Yer getting too into it again." He adds. 

           "I just want to hug ___…" Midnight shakes slightly, hands tightening around your wrists. "Ah. Open the window. I have an idea." He orders quickly. Death blinks and does so. Midnight picks you up by your wrists. "Next time we meet let's have fun." Midnight breathes putting your back to the window. "And make sure you yell so he can catch you." He adds before kicking you out the window. You let out a surprised yell, looking toward the ground. Before you hit it you're caught by Ushijima.

            "Are you okay?" He asks. 

            "Yes! Thanks. But come on, we're going to lose them!" You swiftly twist out of his arms, running for the alleyway nearby as Death and Midnight disappear in a stream of black water into the sewers. 'They got away.' The thought fills you with more relief than frustration. You blink, shaking your head briefly before going to the manhole and peering in. 

            "Villains?" Ushijima asks you, stepping to your side. 

            "Yeah… But it's too dangerous to go after them now." You straighten up. "Sorry to keep you waiting though… You uh… Hungry still? Let's get dinner." 

*-**-**-**

        "Ah… It wasn't what I wanted but I'll settle for it." Tendo sighs, removing his helmet. "Still. What a gutsy and dumb thing to do… Was there even a plan in that? Or just curiosity?" 

         "Seemed like curiosity really. Didn't give ya much of a fight." Death tilts his head. "So maybe there is some attraction there. You were sure feeling it." He coughs with a blush.

         "I couldn't help it… Back at the test and now this encounter… I'm all wound up. I just want a kiss." Tendo grumbles. "Sorry about your apartment getting compromised though."

          "I'm surprised it didn't happen sooner ta be honest with ya." Death shrugs. "It's alright though, I got plenty of spares." 

          "Good." Tendo holds up K.K thoughtfully. "What luck." He breathes before using a breath. "I'll be able to properly visit ___ tomorrow." He smiles cheerfully. Death watches him for a moment from the corner of his eye. 

          "Ya know… Yer reminding me of a pair that I met back when I was fifteen… I was just wandering the swamps then, since that seemed like the only place I was welcomed." Death looks down becoming thoughtful. Tendo peers at him curiously at that.

           "Ohh, are you going to tell me a story from your past Kobalt? How interesting." Tendo smiles.

           "Yea." Death chuckles lightly. "They were an odd pair. A villain and a hero. Apparently they had a common enemy at the time and came to recruit me. The oddest part was, it felt like they both knew me. But I was just a lad, and I wasn't causing that much trouble at the time… But they came and took me in. Let me tell ya, we all became fast friends. I could tell they were at odds, but at the same time… When they looked at each other during some discussions… It used to make me a lil jealous. They really did love each other." Death's face softens and he smiles.

           "When we were about to head out and defeat the baddie, I overheard them in some kinda argument. When I went to check on them, I heard the hero say this... 'I should feel disgusted, or mad or disappointed with you. For all the people you killed and hurt. But I can't. Not even a little. I love you so much. I don't think I could ever hate you. Even now.'... I never felt so jealous of a villain before. I still am." Death peers over at Tendo and pauses, seeing tears in the redhead's eyes as he looks at the ground.

            "Yeah. I'm jealous of that too. I don't think… I could ever be lucky enough to hear that from ___ if I was ever discovered." He sniffs, wiping at his nose. "My damn eyes hurt. I'm not crying." He coughs looking away from Death. The blue haired guy blinks at him before looking away and putting a hand on the other's shoulder. 

           "Hang in there boss…" He breathes. 

           "What happened to them?" Tendo asks after a bit.

           "Dunno. I saw them off at that old harbor south of East Port… The place hasn't changed at all in years… I used ta go there from time to time… I would look for them there…" Death looks down with a small sad smile. 

           "Why?" Tendo glances at him.

           "I uh… They… Not even my parents wanted me, especially after my quirk came out. They abandoned me on the side of the road like some mutt… Because my quirk makes me reek, everyone avoided me or couldn't stand ta be around me. I guess I just… Fell for em because they treated me like a friend." Death scratches his cheek looking away. "It's hard to find people like that…." 

           "So that's why you warmed up to me so fast." Tendo smiles a bit. "But just so you know. My heart's taken." 

           "I didn't say I was falling for you." Death snaps turning red and making Tendo snicker.

           "My my, Kobalt so quick on the defense." Tendo teases.

           "Yer a real cheeky fella…" Death scoffs looking ahead. Tendo just chuckles, glancing at him.

           "Well. I'm honored, Kobalt. Really… Us monsters should stick together after all." Tendo pats his back.

*~*~*~*

         "What do you think?" You ask Ushijima as he eats quietly. He was a super quiet date. You weren't even sure if he was enjoying himself. You couldn't think of anything to talk about either.

          "It's good. You have good tastes." He says after a moment, peering at you. "Tendo said the same thing before, but I believe it now." 

          "Should just believe Tendo." You smile swaying slightly. He watches you, seeming thoughtful.

          "I really should." He agrees, focusing on his food. You peer out the window, eating a bit more before sitting your silverware down. Why were you sitting here like nothing had happened? You discovered Death's apartment and wrestled with Midnight.You should've called the police. But now you're here, eating dinner with Ushijima like none of it happened. You didn't feel the need to tell anyone else about it either.

          'Midnight is dangerous. And Death… Well I can tell by the smell, his waters have killed so many people. I shouldn't have been so careless. I should've tried to stop them.' You close your eyes. But you didn't stop them. You were relieved when they escaped. 

           "___?" Ushijima's voice brings you back and you look at him. "Are you okay?"

           "Hm? Yeah. I'm… I'm fine." You assure with a smile. 

           "Alright. I'm ready to go if you are, we can go for a jog after we get back." He tells you.

           "Right. Good idea." You nod, paying for the bill before heading back to the dorm with him. Your mind wanders again during the walk, making you frown more, deciding to message Tendo. If there was one person you could talk to about this it was him. The non hero.

            "Do you want a hug?" Ushijima randomly asks, as you both near the dorm.

            "Yes please." You open your arms to him, coming to a stop. He smiles slightly and hugs you warmly, helping you relax. "Thank you. These are really nice… And you're so big.. You're like a blanket." 

             "That so?" He smiles a bit more. "You seem so out of it all of a sudden I thought you might need one." 

             "I guess I did. Thanks." You sigh. "Alright, let go get ready for the jog." You hum pulling away. He nods and you both go upstairs to change before heading out for the jog. You lead Ushijima down some of the streets, spending about an hour showing him the area before heading for the dorms. 

              As the dorms come into view, you get a response from Tendo and stop. "Ah. You go ahead, Ushijima. I'm going to see a friend for a bit." You tell him, before jogging for the park near Kuri. 

            Tendo happily greets you when you reach the park. "___! I missed you the whole time we were apart!" He gasps hugging you tightly. "How was your test?"

            "It was good. Even after Midnight and Death attacked." You tell him.

            "Whoa! What happened?" He gasps in surprise. So you tell him all about it. Then he hums, tilting his head as he watches you. "You… Are you okay? You seem like you're planning something bad."

             "I'm not. I just um…" You rub your face grumbling to yourself. "Are you okay? You said you weren't feeling well earlier."

              "Yeah. I just needed a really long nap." He smiles before leaning toward you. "Now spill those beans ___.” 

              "I…. Think there's something wrong with me." You pout, rubbing your cheeks. "Tendo… I found Death's apartment today. And kinda ran into Midnight when I went to check it out." His eyebrows raise at that.

              "You're making a really nice face right now. What exactly happened?" He asks, lips twitching slightly. So you do and he puts a hand over his mouth. "___… Do you…. Like a villain?" He asks. 

          "No! How could I!? He's a really bad guy!" You gasp turning red. "But he's so fun to fight and my quirk doesn't work on him… I… I don't know. I feel weird." You put your face in your hands. "That's why I said there's something wrong with me…" You grumble. "The mask probably doesn't help, that whole mystery thing is really enticing… If only I could get that damn thing off…"

           Tendo sits back, mouth opening and closing in both shock and pure amusement, a blush threatening his cheeks. "Well then… I uh… I'm really surprised and really interested about this." He leans forward trying to look at your face. "Are you breathing?"

            "I need someone to hit me… Really hard." You sit up frowning. "Wonder if I can piss off Oikawa again…." 

            "You are not okay." Tendo rubs your cheek, regaining your attention. You give him a pout and he chuckles softly, leaning forward and kissing you. "If you wanna fall for a villain I won't tell." He whispers.

            "Somehow I knew you'd say that. The others would probably want to kick my ass if they heard…" You sigh. He chuckles again at that.

             "Definitely." He agrees moving even closer to you. "I think you should do whatever you want. Because there's no one that can really stop you." He breathes before kissing you again, deeply. You hum, kissing him back but starting to feel too restless. Should probably leave and stop this kiss now. He pulls you into his chest as if he could hear your thoughts of escape, deepening the kiss. Your fingers twitch, gripping his arms lightly. 

            "Okay okay…" You break away for air, feeling yourself blush. "I-I should get back." You manage, but his grip doesn't loosen, making you peek at his face. A blush marked his cheeks, a slight hunger in his eyes looking down at you. He swallows and releases you, looking away suddenly.

            "Ah… Yeah. Good idea." He coughs, rubbing his neck. "Sorry…" 

            "I-Its okay…" You assure, touching his arm. "Are you okay?" 

            "Yeah. I just… Get so hungry sometimes." He chuckles sending you a small smile. "Be safe on your way back okay? I would walk with you but… Probably best if I don't right now." 

            "Right. Sleep well." You wave before hurrying off. He watches after you before laughing to himself. 

           "Ah… I love you ___. So much… You're starting to drive me crazy." He breathes looking at the sky. "Or… Crazier… Don't know how much more I can take."