'Stupid Bakugou... just had to ruin the peaceful night I was having, didn't he?'

I felt so annoyed and enraged. Like why would he even mention or ask something like that? Last time I checked, he only cared about himself, so why try and get annoyed or...

"Wait... Don't tell me- is... is Katsuki jealous?!" I questioned.

I stopped walking and sat on a rock to take a moment to think and piece everything together.

"Hold on, before I try to assume anything, let me just take a look back at the past few months. So the first interaction I witnessed between the two was when Todoroki froze Katsuki's arm when he tried to attack me... then the second time was when Katsuki came out of nowhere and basically told him to fuck off..."

Before I could continue to think about that, a lightbulb had gone off.

"*gasp* WAIT! HE HAS BEEN GETTING JEALOUS OF EVERY GUY I'VE INTERACTED WITH. NOT JUST TODOROKI! It started off from Todo, then he seemed annoyed when I'd speak to Izuku and THEN he asked what the deal was with Kaminari & I the day he helped Kirishima & me! Oh my god! How could I have been so blind?! It was so obvious!! If he's getting jealous over me talking to other guys, not to mention how he acted around me at times, then that means... HE LIKES ME? KATSUKI BAKUGOU, THE WALKING FIRECRACKER ACTUALLY IS SOMEWHAT INTERESTED IN ME?!"

I stood up from where I was sitting and paced around. I couldn't believe it. It took me so damn long to figure something like that out.

'I was wrong... He really did change...'

I continued my walk as I couldn't sit still. After walking for about three to five minutes, I found myself going towards the mountain. I stopped to look at my surroundings which seemed strangely familiar. Too familiar. Although, I didn't think too much of it since my mind was already boggling about how Katsuki has a damn crush on me.

'Probably not anymore though considering we just argued...'

After some more short minutes, I looked up and there I was at the end of the mountain trail. Although I wasn't alone when I got up there.

"Kota. What're you doing out here so late?" I questioned.

He looked over to me but didn't reply. Well, not right away at least.

"Why do you care? You don't know me." He spat.

"Still doesn't answer my question." I retorted, not even phased at his words.

"None of you're business. Now get lost." He hissed.

'Stay calm, (y/n)... he's just a kid... a kid that just so happens to remind you of Bakugou... Dammit!'

"Just cause you're telling me to leave, doesn't mean I will. Besides, I don't take orders from little kids. Now answer my question." I replied, showing no signs of backing off.

Kota gave me a dirty look before rolling his eyes and huffing.

"I come out here to clear my mind." He mumbled.

'Clear his mind?'

"I'd ask what you mean but I have a feeling you don't want to talk about it or because it's, quote on quote, 'none of my business'."

No reply. Despite the long pauses of complete and utter silence, I didn't leave. Instead, I sat down near him and just stared out into the open and pretty much waited for him to speak whenever he was ready. I waited because I felt that HE felt like he needed to get some things off his chest. Sure, I barely know the kid but I, as a role model (and hero in the making) should be there for him when needed.

It took some time, but he eventually started to open up.

"I don't get why the hell you and the others want to become heroes so bad. Another thing I don't get is why you HAD to come and flaunt your stupid quirks off around here..." he started.

I could tell he wasn't finished yet, so I continued to stay silent for the remainder.

"Calling yourselves 'heroes' or 'villains' and going around killing each other like idiots. Talking about your quirks all the time just to show off... idiots."

"You really hate quirks, don't you? Is there a specific reason for that?" I carefully asked. I didn't want to set him off.

Silence...

Kota clenched his fist. He was about to speak until we heard a voice say "what are you two doing here?" I turned around and saw Aizawa.

'Oh shit... I'm a goner...'

"Uh, I can explain-"

"Don't. Just head back to the camp now." He ordered.

I walked ahead and started mentally preparing for my death.

A few minutes later...

"This is the second time you have wandered off without saying a word to anyone. You should be old enough to know that we don't tolerate that." Aizawa scolded.

"I'm sorry..." I mumbled in a guilty tone.

"It's late. Get to bed." He finished.

My eyes widened in surprise as I wasn't expecting that.

'He's not going to punish me?! What about- actually never mind, I'm just gonna go and enjoy my sleep.'

...

"This is no good. Not cute at all." Toga complained as she put on a strange looking mask.

"Our shadowy orchestrater has planned everything. Despite appearances, there is sure to be sound reasoning behind it all." Explained someone wearing a gas mask.

"Not asking about any of that. Just saying this isn't cute." She replied.

"Who the hell cares! Let us get down there! My blood is pumping over here!" Spoke a man wearing a cloak.

"Shut up, you wackjobs. Not yet... we wait until all ten are here..." Dabi spoke.

Three more people showed up to join the group of villains.

"Sorry to keep you waiting."

"Doesn't matter how many punks with ambition you bring along. That only increases the risks. It's far better to have a small number of experienced elites."

"First we'll make them understand that their peace rests in our hands..."

Day 3 of Training Camp...
(The forest chapter wasn't exactly a full day there, so it doesn't exactly count as day one if you're confused @ the timeline)

"Always be conscious of who you are. That's the key to improvement. That's why you're out here sweating. That's why I'm pushing you so hard. Keep it in mind, always." Aizawa finished after lecturing the students who were taking extra lessons. I included.

"Listen, everyone! Tonight both classes are going head-to-head in a test of courage! Your reward for intense training is some intense fun! It's the carrot-and-stick approach!" Pixie-Bob excitedly explained.

"Seriously? I hate scary things..." Jirou sighed.

"A banquet of darkness..." Tokoyami mumbled.

"Heh heh heh... Classes going head-to-head? I like it." Monoma sneered.

"With that said... Work your butts off in the meantime!!" Pixie-Bob finished.

Time skip bc I can't think of any training scenes to write atm.

"Bakugou, I'm really surprised! You're like a pro with a kitchen knife!" exclaimed Uraraka as she was walking by.

"Surprised? The hell?! How can you be bad with a knife?!" Hedgehog boy yelled in response.

'Getting some Gordon Ramsay vibes even from all the way over here...' I thought to myself as I was collecting some wood for the stove.

It's been more than 12 hours since Katsuki & I argued, yet we still haven't said a word to each other. Although, I admit that I was still wary to even pass by him considering the "secret" I found out last night. Who wouldn't be though? Especially if that person is Katsuki freaking Bakugou! I was going to go deep into thought until I realized I smelled something...

'Burning?'

"AH, MY FOOD!"

Another time skip bc I have no idea where this is going.

"Now, then! Bellies are filled up, and plates are clean! Next up..." Pixie-Bob started.

"The Test of Courage!!" Ashido finished excitedly.

"Sorry to break it to you... Remedial group, you've got your extra lessons with me now." Aizawa reminded, immediately shutting her down.

(I love these kids😂❤️)

Aizawa rounded up the failure-five and dragged them away to their lessons. I was amazed he just took them and not Izuku & I, although I wasn't completely relieved since I knew there would possibly be something in store for us later...

"Anyways... Class B will be in the offensive first. Class A will head into the forest in teams of two, one team every three minutes."

"You'll find name cards at the halfway point. Grab your own, and then come back here." Mandalay finished off.

"Banquet of darkness..." Tokoyami mumbled again.

'You good, bro?'

"The scarers aren't allowed to make direct contact. They'll just be using their quirks to startle you as best as they can." She added.

"So get creative! Whichever class makes the other wet their pants more wins!!" The other three yelled while posing.

"Please don't. That's gross..." Jirou sighed.

After that, we all went to go pick a number from the draw to see who we'll be partnered with. I got Izuku, so it wasn't so bad. Although, the others, well, some of them were trying to switch. Especially Mineta... that creep.

~

It's been 12 minutes since we've started and already half of the teams have entered the forest.

"Midoriya, (L/n)! You're next!"

I looked over to Izuku and asked him if he was scared in a friendly-jokingly mnner.

"H-Huh?! O-oh... Kinda..." he shyed.

'Aw...'

"Heh, don't worry Izuku, I'll protect you!" I nudged.

"Isn't it supposed to be the other way?" he joked.

I could tell that he immediately regretted it, judging from his awkward facial expression. I laughed and made him aware that I wasn't awkward about it at all.

As we were about to walk into the forest, Mandalay stopped us.

"What's that burning smell?" Pixie-Bob questioned.

"Wait! Look... Black smoke?"

We backed away from the forest to get a better look at the scene before us.

"H-hey, that can't be someone from Class B's quirk, right?" I stuttered, shocked from the scene.

...

"Lets begin. Put them in their places... League of Villians' Vanguard Action Squad."

...

Suddenly a thud was heard! We looked back and saw Pixie-Bob unconsciously laying on the ground with two villains standing over her.

"Stay out of our way, kitty cats." spoke a large man.

"How..."

"Even with all our precautions!"

"HOW ARE THERE VILLAINS HERE?!!" Mineta screamed.

"Pixie-Bob!" Izuku yelped as he & Iida tried to run to help her. Suddenly, Tiger put his arm out and held them back.

I looked over to Izuku and saw a look of worry & shock appear on his face before he looked over to the mountain.

'Wait, where's Kota!'

To be continued!

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Sorry for ending it there but I just wanted to publish this. Also bc I didn't  want to make a bunch of scene changes & time skips, get what I mean?

- Sierra.