Both men breathed heavily, mildly injured.

Midoriya clenched Bakugou's shoulder, as he laid on top of him with a sharp, intent stare.

You covered your mouth, shocked and awake. You couldn't budge, the both of them had so much power, you felt if you'd intervene, you'd end up brutally killed.

Bakugou smirked, and gradually did he sit up, tightly grasping Midoriya's hand that laid on his shoulder. "You.. look tired already..." He chocked out, shoving a cocky grin.

In order to recuperate, Midoriya took a deep breath, still panting like he was having a heart attack.

"Give up already Kacchan... [Y/N] doesn't want anything to do with you.." He muttered, backing off of the other as he stood. Bakugou spitted out blood, and wiped the corner of his mouth.

"Oh yeah?! Just wait until I beat your ass!" His words ignited a spark in Midoriya, and he lunged forward, the other did the same.

The battle became ruthless. Every punch echoed, making it sound as if they were breaking each of their bones. Midoriya attempted to punch him, but Bakugou swiftly dodged and clenched his arm, folding it as he launched his body.

You covered your eyes, and heard Midoriya shout briefly out of agony as he collided against his wall.

"You... won't.. have her!" The boy rose to his feet, blood trickling down his fingertips while his arms became heavily bruised. Bakugou grinned slyly, and readied himself in an stance signaling his attack. In those serious red eyes of his, it looked as though he was yearning for the day the both of them would clash.

"You're already busted up Deku, you know you can't win."

You uncovered your eyes, and stared deeply at Midoriya who were faced with many odds. You felt something. Was it guilt? Or flutters of happiness?

Suddenly, you flashed back to his words;

"Why won't you love me back?"

You felt your heartstrings tugging violently against your heart, your mild confusion contorting into company. 'Should I stop them?..'

As much as you wanted to, your body refused.

"I'll... keep standing as much as I need to Kacchan.. If I can't use my arms then I'll use my legs, if not... I'll plunge your head in with my own skull..."

Bakugou took a powerful step toward Midoriya. "You've got a lot of mouth for a small fry!" With a loud strike, smoke filled the room. You braced yourself, while one hand pinched your nose.

"What was that?.."

Eventually, the smoke cleared, and your eyes focused on the boy with unkept hair who still stood. Bakugou attempted to tug his arm back numerous times, only to come into realization that his actions resulted in his left arm being unable to depart from the wall.

Midoriya stepped back, and looked toward you. He then smiled, and cocked his head upwards toward the roofing, which gradually began to crackle and collapse.

You finally stood up, and ran towards Bakugou. "I can't stand here and watch him die ...I  need to save him!"

Midoriya blocked your path and towered over your body as a large chunk of the roof had began to collapse. Dust filled your nose, and the other stroked your head lovingly.

"[Y/N].. I ... took care of him.." You felt yourself stumble backwards, taunted by his smile. The mixed emotions didn't help, but you knew for certain that you were heavily saddened.

As you felt him rushing you both to the door, a large chunk of debris flung his way, and your watery eyes widened.

"Izuku!"

The piece of cement collided with his entire back area, and he plummeted to the ground. You felt a weird spark of relief, but that didn't retain you from looking up at the direction from where it came.

Bakugou clenched his bloody arm tightly, blood slipping down his face. "Yo..u shri...mp, that.. was..n't en..-"

You bolted towards Bakugou and caught him after noticing he was about to collapse. You forced him to silence himself by placing your index finger against his bloodied lips. "I'm sure the Police is arriving after making such a racket.. let's wait here and tell them what Izuku's been up to."

You peered over toward Midoriya's unconscious figure, a frown engulfing your lips.

As expected, forces arrived not long after the scene. The corpse in the living room provided much evidence about Midoriya's wrongdoings, but they still questioned you and Bakugou.

"Please.. Don't ... do this to me!"

Units were trying to shove Midoriya into the vehicle, but he didn't allow himself to comply. His watery eyes diverted up toward you, and yet you looked away, right when Bakugou locked his arm around your neck.

Midoriya gritted his teeth tearfuly, and squeezed the door. "KACCHAN! GET YOUR HANDS OFF OF HER! SHE'S.. SHE'S MINE! I'LL KILL YOU!" He uncontrollably lashed out, flailing his body in desperation to reach Bakugou. One of the squad units grabbed him by the head and forced him inside the car, you could hear his screaming while doing so. "[Y/N]! Please! Don't leave... I don't want ..."

Suddenly Midoriya stopped talking. He started devoidlessly chuckling, and pressed his forehead against the seat in front of him. Sniffling, and twitching.

He realized this isn't the end.

The following day, everyone heard about what you and Bakugou been though. Jiro brought a vase full of flowers to school for Kaminari, and respectfully stationed the vase on his desk.

"That must've been terrifying, especially for you, [L/N]." Īida commented, his hand slapping his heart. Uraraka nodded in agreement, meanwhile you smiled awkwardly.

"Yeah..."

"Hey [Y/N]. Let's go outside." Bakugou commanded, and stood to his feet. You shook your head, and pointed toward Yayorozu. "Go on without me, I need to talk to someone first." Yaoyorozu looked confused, nonetheless she complied.

"What is it?"

The both of you stood outside of the classroom. You stood there, and tapped your chin.
"Let's see, how should I put this..? Is there... anything you could create that replays a certain time or day?"

Yaoyorozu stroked her arm, before admittedly nodding. "I can, yes. It's called a time bomb. I use it for emergencies. For instance, someone dying." Your eyes immediately widened as it all began to make sense.

You bowed your head in thanks, and rubbed your neck. "I... see.."

She must've been there.

She must've witnessed Todoroki's death a million times, and made you relive the same day. Even though it started to piece together, you couldn't help but feel sick in the stomach. Yaoyorozu must've really liked Todoroki, and was well aware that you needed help back then. It was honorable that she helped you, honestly ... you wish you could give her a hug. Unfortunately, for Yaoyorozu it feels as though nothing has changed.

You backed away, and pointed toward the courtyard. "I um.. have to go now." Your body pivoted, and your lips parted slowly to say one final thing. Thank you so much Yaoyorozu, I don't think I'd be here if it weren't for you. Todoroki, too." You then sheepishly smiled and left the clueless student, soon to make it outdoors. Your face brightened. "At least now I know that it's not my quirk. I'm still lucky as-can-be!" You muttered perkily to yourself, spotting Bakugou standing below a random tree.

"Bakugou!" You called, causing him to pivot his heel over to you. He looked a bit irritated, you slowed your pace.

"You know, you don't have to call me that. You can call me Katsuki." You lifted a brow, nonetheless you nodded and leaned against the tree he stood beside. "Noted~. So, what'd you call me here for?"

Bakugou pivoted his heel towards you, his hands pushed in his pockets. "I wanted you to know that you need to rely on me from here on out. And don't ... leave my side."

The serious atmosphere made your tension rise, but you eased it by giggling. "That's an odd way of telling someone you love them."

Bakugou flinched, his face growing a bit red. His eyes glowed, and eventually he turned away from you, removing his right hand from his pocket to wipe underneath his nose. "What? Tch."

'The majority of our school days remained gleeful, and everyone learned to brush everything over.'

"Good morning, lovebirds." Ashido greeted, and all attention turned toward the two figures holding hands. You shyly waved, and Bakugou pulled you over toward your desks. "[Y/N]. Come on."

'No more dread, discomfort, just easy school days.'

"Katsuuki!" You shouted, holding onto your fashionable straw hat as the wind slayed it gently. You two have been planning this picnic ever since you two started dating. A smile crept upon your face as the two of you relaxed together underneath the sun. It took a while for you to realize this, but being beside Bakugou has always made you feel happy, even without noticing it.

'That's what I thought anyway.'

- The End? -
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