Monday morning, Professor Kayama decided to crash Professor Aizawa's homeroom.

Katsuki tuned out her voice. He debated where to take Ochako on a date later. Yesterday marked a week since they learned they were soul mates, but they weren't able to do anything. All of the girls in the class had a hangout day, and Ochako couldn't escape.

"I'd like all soul mate couples to stand," Professor Kayama said.

Seven students stood.

Still in her seat, Ochako stared at Katsuki's back. She was frozen in place. Was she meant to stand as well? They hadn't talked about making their status public yet.

"Master Bakugo, why are you standing?" Professor Kayama asked.

His head jerked up. "Ha?"

She resisted the urge to smile. "I asked for soul mate couples, and you're standing."

His damn body had been on autopilot. His brain hadn't fully registered what had been said but had stood on its own. He didn't dare look back at Ochako to give himself away. How could he possibly play this off?

He immediately looked at Professor Aizawa. "I need to take a leak."

Professor Aizawa motioned to the door. "Next time, just leave."

Katsuki stuffed his hands in pockets and left. He stole a glance at Ochako. She was still seated. Good. If she stood as well, their cover would have been blown.

Ochako sent a small smile his way.

He smiled on the inside, refusing to let anybody see. As he returned his gaze forward, he walked into the doorframe. Like it never happened, he readjusted, opened the door, and left. Once he was alone in the hallway, his flustered side was made known by his red ears. Stupid Cheeks. Why'd she hafta cute and distracting? He would have been fine if she didn't smile. And it wasn't just a general smile—it was a smile meant for him.

xXx

Katsuki and Ochako had a secret rendezvous in the UA's library during their lunch. They were on the second level, tucked away in a corner. They had the table to themselves but sat next to each other.

"How's your face?" Ochako giggled.

His brow knitted together in confusion. "What about my face?"

She laughed. "Do you not remember walking into the door earlier?"

He rolled his eyes. "Whatever, Cheeks."

"I'm serious. I want to know how you are."

"I'm fine. Not like the damn door got the best of me."

"Suuure."

Katsuki easily subdued her with a mini tickle attack. When her laughter grew too loud, he stopped. "Gotta keep quiet," he scolded, a smile along his lips.

"I feel like we're sneaking around," she said after catching her breath.

"Those damn extras don't hafta know about us," he said.

"Do you like keeping us a secret?"

He didn't comment.

She smirked. "Do you like having me all to yourself?"

"Listen here, Cheeks. You're mine. I'm yours. That's all that fucking matters."

Her heart melted. It was one of the sweetest things he had said. "Aww, Bakugo!" She threw her arms around his neck and hugged him.

Meanwhile, his arms found their way around her waist. He closed his eyes to soak in the moment.

If somebody a week ago had asked Katsuki where he saw himself eight days later, he never would have said this. Having this blossoming relationship with Ochako never would have crossed his mind.

When they finished hugging, she leaned against his shoulder. She sighed in contentment.

Katsuki glanced down at her right hand on his left thigh. He didn't think twice about slipping his left hand under hers and lacing their fingers together. He gave a little squeeze.

Ochako immediately looked down at their conjoined hands. Smiling, she squeezed back to return the gesture.

He squeezed again, adding slightly more pressure than before.

She laughed. "This isn't a contest."

He grunted, a smirk along his lips.

The night of the gala crossed her mind. "Can you believe we're like this because of a potion?" she asked.

"You don't know what you're talking about," he said in a low voice.

Confused, Ochako lifted her head to look at him. "What do you mean?"

"Soul mates are drawn together, right? We have different backgrounds, but outta all the schools, we're both at UA, aren't we? Something would have led up to us sooner or later. The potion was a catalyst, and just made it happen sooner."

Her lips parted, but nothing came out. She was utterly speechless.

"I already told you, a potion can't tell me who to like. I decided that for myself."

One word caught her attention. "Decided?" she echoed.

"Yeah, decided."

"Who?" she whispered.

He smirked and leaned in to whisper in her ear. "Who do you think, Cheeks?"

His warm breath sent chills racing down her spine. "B–Bakugo, I—"

"Ochako, call me Katsuki," he breathed.

Not only had her heart melted, but so had her brain. She hadn't heard him call her just by her first name before. Ever. And now he wanted her to use his first name.

Katsuki pulled back his head to look at her face. It was bright red. Her eyes were a little glassed over. He was about to repeat her name but was thwarted.

Ochako used both hands to grab the side of his face and pressed her lips against his. Her eyelids fluttered shut as his flew open. It took seconds for his stiff posture to soften, eyes closing as well. His arms went back to being around her waist. He angled his head to deepen the kiss.

Then, over too soon, Ochako lowered her arms and pulled her head back. She opened her eyes to find him looking at her, brow furrowed in annoyance.

"You can't give me a taste and expect me not to want more," he growled under his breath. He tightened his grip and pulled her closer. His lips sought out hers.

She giggled against his mouth. "Someone might see."

"Fuck 'em."

"Baku—"

"Katsuki," he corrected, pulling his head back to make eye contact. "I told you, call me Katsuki."

His expression might as well have melted her body. She felt like a gooey puddle. "I like you, Katsuki."

Surprise took over his face before a genuine smile spread across his lips. "I like you too, Ochako."

"Say it again."

"So demanding," he chuckled.

"Please?"

"I like you, Ochako."

She'd never grow tired of him saying her name. Likewise, there was something she'd never tire of saying. "I like you too, Katsuki."

xXx

A/N: Fluff :D