After we played for Ochako, the crowd around us started to dissipate. People patted us on the back and told us how much they enjoyed the song before they went about their usual business. Kyoka gave me a quick hug and patted my head before she rushed off with her bass to Yaomomo. They smiled at each other with love swirling in their eyes as they clasped each other's hand and started walking towards the stairs.

After Yaomomo and Kyoka left, the only people left in the room were me, Shoto, Kacchan and Kiri. Kirishima was lingering nervously in the background, near the kitchen. He was peaking over at us anxiously, very unlike his usual self. I was about to walk over to him and ask what was wrong when a strong, muscular arm barred my way.

I looked up at the owner of the arm and wasn't surprised to see that it was Kacchan. He looked slightly conflicted about something as well. I wasn't dumb, I could tell whatever was making Kiri nervous was connected to why Kacchan wasn't acting like his usual loud and brash self.

"Are you ok, Kacchan. You and Kiri both look super nervous, what's going on?" I asked, electing to get straight to the point and not beat around the bush on the matter. Kacchan bit his bottom lip slightly, his eyes flickering over to Kiri before he took a deep breath and told me something which surprised me to my very foundations. Although, it was obvious when I really looked back on it.

"Shitty Hair and I just started dating. As in, last night." Kacchan muttered, eyes never meeting mine. I couldn't understand why he was so nervous to tell me. He knew that I didn't give a fuck about gender, I was pansexual myself, and I would support him no matter what.

When I really think back on the build-up to Kacchan and Kiri before they started dating. It was super obvious that they were developing feelings for each other. They sat a little closer to each other than friendship mandated. Their gazes lingered on each other for just a bit longer than strictly necessary. Kacchan was always ranting to me about how annoying Kiri was yet still sat beside him at every meal and listened to his crazy stories. It was obvious to anyone who looked long enough that feelings were developing between the two. I guess I just hadn't expected it because Kacchan is demisexual. Sure, he was panromantic, but when I thought of Kacchan, I just never saw him in a relationship. Especially after his trust was betrayed in his last one. Kacchan didn't feel attraction very easily. I think Kacchan was attracted to power more than anything. In my mind, he didn't care how someone identified as long as he thought they were powerful enough to earn his favour. It takes quite a while and a deep understanding of another person for Kacchan to see if you're truly worthy of his affections. The fact that he had found someone who met his criteria and he had a deep connection with made me feel like a proud parent, watching on as their child got their first significant other.

"That's awesome, Kacchan!" I squealed happily, jumping into my best friend's arms and beaming up at him. The nervous look on Kacchan's face melted slightly at my very obviously positive reaction to this news. "I will admit, this was a surprise, can't say I saw it coming, but thinking back on it, it does make sense. I'm so proud of you! Getting your first boyfriend. Wait till Auntie Mitsuki hears about this!" I smirked slightly, seeing Kacchan scowl slightly at the mention of his mother finding out.

"Don't even, Nerd. She'll be unbearable. I'm not gonna put Kiri through that sort of stress after we've only been dating for less than 24 hours." Kacchan scoffed, letting me slide from his arms and back onto the floor. I smiled up at my brother figure before I whipped around and saw Kiri still lingering near the kitchen.

"KIRI!" I shouted, rushing towards my close friend and jumping into his arms. He staggered slightly at the sudden weight which I threw onto him, but he managed to stay upright. "I'm so happy for you two! You're practically perfect for one another. Sure it's been less than a day but I can already tell you two are gonna have a long relationship. That being said if you ever hurt Kacchan I will hunt you down and hurt you worse than you could ever imagine. I've done it before and I'll do it again. Ok? Great! I'm so happy for you!" I beamed, my serious tone whilst I threatened him completely gone as I hopped out of his arms and skipped back to Shoto's side, leaving a nervously sweating Kiri in my wake.

"Done it before?" I heard him whisper to himself in fear as I skipped away.

The four of us spent an hour in the living room. We simply spoke about random things, topics ranging from our favourite heroes to fond memories from our childhoods. The entire time, Kacchan and Kiri slowly got closer and closer to each other. By the end of the hour, Kiri was curled into Kacchan's side with content and loving smile on his lips. It filled me with indescribable joy that two of my best friends had found love in each other. They both deserved it more than they possibly knew.

"Hey, I have an idea. How about we go on a double date!" Kirishima smiled happily as he sits up from Kaccahn's side. Kacchan and Shoto both give him confused looks but I'm immediately on board. I sit up from where my head was laid on Shoto's lap and gaped at Kiri.

"That's an amazing idea. We can go in like an hour. Oh my gosh! We can have a picnic! I know this really pretty grove of trees that's not too far from the forest!" I squealed, jumping off of the sofa and beaming widely at the three boys around me. Kiri nodded his head rapidly, I'm surprised he didn't get whiplash before he snatched Kacchan's hand into his own and started dragging him off of the sofa.

We all agreed to meet at the front door within an hour. I took on the responsibility of making the picnic whilst Kiri promised to get us blankets and pillows. Despite the fact that the date was rather impromptu, I could tell, as I carefully put various bits of food into a random wicker basket I found, that the double date was going to be a very big success.

It wasn't long before Kiri, Kacchan, Shoto and I were all walking across the school grounds and towards a cherry blossom grove which just happened to be on campus. We were each clasping our significant other's hand as we laughed and talked about random things. Kacchan seemed to have a perpetual faint blush dusted across his nose and cheeks. He wasn't used to signs of affection or love. I couldn't help but smile blissfully knowing that both my childhood best friends had dependable significant others who they could lean on should time get tough. Times were bound to get tough with us being in the hero course and Hisashi still being out there.

"Wow, Izuku! This place is beautiful!" Kirishima gasped in awe as his head swivelled around the grove full of cherry blossom trees. Fuchsia petals created a pink bed on the floor of emerald grass. I smiled at Kiri's words and started setting the blankets and pillows on the floor with the help of a disgruntled looking Kacchan.

"Thank you. I found it a few weeks ago when I was looking for a place to relax. I was planning on coming here to draw or maybe write a new song." I beamed, staring up at the canopy of flowers above us.

Everyone flopped onto the blankets and pillows and started getting comfortable. Kacchan was spread out like a starfish with Kiri sat up and leaning against his stomach. Shoto was leaning against one of the trees whilst I was laid down with my head in his lap. Shoto's fingers slowly combed through my hair in the way he knew calmed me down and made all of my muscles relax.

We talked about random things as we slowly worked our way through the food I had packed. Kirishima made stupid jokes which I laughed at whilst Kacchan snorted and Shoto simply smiled slightly. I drew Kacchan and Kiri as petals fell down on them before I showed them the piece of art, making both of their cheeks heat up and Kacchan demand he get the drawing. Overall, the double date was rather short, lasting around an hour to an hour and a half, but it was fun. I think we all needed to be in a calming environment which we knew we were safe in. Away from everyone's eyes and in our own little bubble. Unfortunately, our sense of serenity and tranquillity would be shattered upon arriving back at the dorms.   

Shit nuggets dude! I swear I have writer's block. Wtf is going on. This is so short and I'm so sorry. Hopefully, chapter-length will get back to the 2500-3000 range soon. 

So as you can see, Kiribaku is now a thing in this story. However, I'm not sure whether I wrote about Katsuki's developing feelings in a way which was correct given his demisexuality in this book. I know enough about this sexuality to know what it means and the basics, but I'm not sure if I wrote it properly, could you please give me any feedback so that I can maybe go back and edit this to make it better.  

Also, thank you to @theKookietomyTaeee for this drawing of Izuku in his hero costume. It looks amazing and better than anything I could do. Thank you so much! 

Anyway, thank you for reading. I'm sorry again that it's short. I hope you have a wonderful day wherever you are.