20. Home
(Shouto POV.)
"Come on Todoroki. Get out of the car. I don't wanna have to carry you again like the last time I brought you home drunk.."
Shit.. I drank way too much.. I'm not even a hundred percent sure how Midoriya managed to get me in a car.. Trying my hardest, I step out of the cab, instantly falling in the snow the second the cold air hit me.
"Dammit... Why 'idn't you catch me..?"
"I didn't think you'd fall on your face," Midoriya laughs slightly. "Come on. We're like twenty feet from your house."
I reach up and take his hand, and he pulls me up easily. I waver, feeling too drunk to even walk right.. Midoriya can tell and he puts my arm around his neck, helping me walk home.
"How d'you even know were I live now?"
"Ochaco gave me the address. I tried to ask you earlier but you couldn't remember," he replies as he reach the front door.
"Oh. Thass smart 'f you. She wus here earlier so she'd know.."
"Haha yeah. Damn.. I feel kinda bad dumping you on Momo," he mumbles as he opens the door.
(Momo POV.)
"Hey! Momo! Ochaco! We're here!"
Uraraka and I hear Midoriya call out to us from the living room. We just finished getting things set up in the twin's room along with sorting some things out in mine and Shouto's room. I didn't hear Shouto... I wonder if he's passed out like last time..
We head downstairs, Uraraka first, then me. Once I reach the living room I see Shouto laying on the couch and Midoriya taking his boots off for him. "I can do that," I say, walking over to them. "I'm sorry you had to put up with him like this.." I say, removing Shouto's other boot.
"It's okay. He just wound up getting in a drinking competition against Kacchan and Sero..." he replies, laughing. "Kacchan is worse off than him and Kaminari and Sero had to help Kirishima get him home."
"Sounds like you guys had a fun night," Uraraka says, taking Midoriya's hand.
"Yeah.. It was fun. We all definitely needed it, not just Todoroki."
"What's he like when he gets drunk without me around? When we're together he gets really clingy and super jealous," I ask, looking down at Shouto who is trying to remove his jacket while laying on his back.
"Haha well, he gets pretty competitive, especially with Kacchan, and he also opens up a bit more and is more vocal."
"Wow. Sounds like he ended up having a fun night," Uraraka says, and we all look to Shouto.
Shouto rolls off the couch, falling on his back, still struggling to get his jacket off. He rolls onto his side, removing one arm at a time until he finally gets his jacket off, then he just lays on the floor. That is my husband... I sigh, mildly embarrassed by him, but, we're among friends.
"You want us to hang around for a little bit and help you get him to bed?" Midoriya asks sounding a little concerned, still looking down at him.
"Actually, if you don't mind, that would be a big help," I reply, feeling relieved I won't have to babysit Shouto alone.
"I'll go and make some coffee," Uraraka says as she walks to the kitchen. "You also need to sober up more before we head home Deku. We have to go to work tomorrow."
"Are you sure you should be going to work?" he calls after her, but then looks to me. "She told you, right?"
I nod. "Yes. And she also said you didn't seem too happy?" I inquire, attempting to get his side.
"Oh.. No.. I am happy.. It's just that I've had some conflicting feelings but I talked with Tod- Shouto about it tonight and I've decided on what to do."
We both look over to Shouto.. He must've gotten too drunk tonight. He fell asleep already, still laying on the floor. "I'm glad he was able to help you," I reply, walking over to Shouto and kneeling beside him. I roll him on his side and grab a pillow off the couch, propping it behind him.
"He was helpful. I'm glad he insisted on talking."
"So then, can I ask what your decision is about this situation?" I ask, using basically all my strength to stand back up. "Uraraka is one of my closest friends and I don't want you hurting her.."
"I would never hurt her.. It's nothing like that.." Midoriya peers around me and looks to the kitchen, probably making sure Uraraka can't see or hear us. He steps closer to me and sits on the couch, reaching into his pocket and pulls a small box out. "I'm going to ask her to marry me. I haven't decided when yet, but, I want to do something special for her."
I sit down beside him and he hands me the box. I open it and see the stunning diamond ring inside. "Wow.. It's beautiful Midoriya... You know she'll say yes, right?" I hand him the box back and he smiles, putting it away before Uraraka comes back.
"I know.. I don't think she'll be expecting it right now, so I want to keep it a surprise. I will tell her though that I am happy we're having a baby. I think she thinks that I see this as a hindrance on my goal of becoming the number one Hero.. I'm number two right now and I'm really close to being number one.. I feel like she thinks having a family will put my dream on hold and I'll stay in the number two spot longer.."
"I don't think she fully thinks that.. She told me that you just seemed a bit distant with the topic, but, if you're going to be dedicated to her and to your child and you still want to achieve your dream, you'll just have to work extra hard all around. I don't think you should put anything on hold, but right now she should be your top priority."
"Thanks Momo.. I'm grateful to have such caring friends," he says, smiling warmly. "Also, if she's going to be on leave due to the pregnancy, would it be okay if she comes over and hangs out with you sometimes?"
"Of course!" I reply a little too excitedly. "Shouto's been worried about me being alone, but now with you guys having a baby- this'll be great!" I say, wrapping my arms around him and giving him a hug.
"Haha okay," he laughs, returning the hug. He pats my back lightly, and it feels like he's trying not to put any pressure on me, like I'll break or something.
I pull back and he looks down at my belly. I guess we haven't seen each other in awhile so he's not used to me being this big yet. "She won't be getting this big until later," I say, gaining his eyes. "Just be prepared for her to start changing. Morning sickness, mood swings, back aches, pickiness to foods, that sort of stuff."
"Uh yeah... I've looked some things up but I was planning on talking with Shouto more about it later. Once he's not drunk anyway..."
"He'd probably be more help," I state, glancing down at him. "He's put up with me a lot and he's been doing pretty well overall.."
Just then Uraraka comes back from the kitchen with a tray. She brings it to the kotatsu and sets it down, immediately spotting Shouto on the floor. "So, um, should we wake him up so he can get some coffee? When's he starting work again?"
"Oh.. He goes back on Monday.. And, maybe we should get him up. I really don't want him throwing up in his sleep..."
"Leave him to me," Midoriya says as he stands up. As he does, he wavers slightly, stumbling a bit before he falls back onto the couch. "I think my drinks finally caught up with me..." he says while holding his head.
"Here, drink some coffee Deku," Uraraka says, walking over to him and handing him a mug.
I get up from my seat and gesture for her to sit beside him. Focusing down on Shouto, he's drooling slightly and breathing heavily from his mouth. "Okay... You need to get up now.." I mutter, kneeling beside him and shake his shoulder gently. I don't want him to get too dizzy and puke, but, I'm not completely sure how I can get him up since I can't create anything to help me..
I shake him again, this time he makes a small groaning sound. I touch his cheek, then brush some of his hair away from his face. He stirs a bit and tries to roll onto his back but can't due to the pillow. His eyes slowly part, blinking slowly and then quickly as he moves his hand up, blocking the light of the lamp from his vision.
"Ugh... How long was I out..?" he grumbles, holding his head and swaying in place.
"Only a few minutes," I tell him, scooting closer and setting my hand on his face.
"Mo-momo? When did I get home..?" he asks, sounding very confused.
"Midoriya brought you back, again."
He looks over and sees Midoriya and Uraraka sitting on the couch. Looking at them, they seem happy and have been quietly talking with his hand on her abdomen. I focus back on Shouto who still looks very confused and obviously still drunk.
"Come on. You need some coffee before bed," I say, annoyed that I have to stand up again.
Shouto stumbles to his feet first, swaying and stumbling around but managing not to fall over and to stay in a single spot. "Here," he offers his hand out to me, "I know it's annoying for you to stand up when you're on the floor like that.."
"Thanks.." I reach out and take his hand. He pulls me to my feet with ease, catching me in his arms and holding me against his body. He reeks of alcohol, body and breath... "Sit down and I'll get you a drink," I remind him.
"Okay. Can I have another rum and coke?"
I sigh, shaking my head. "No. You're having coffee, remember?"
He drops his hands and falls onto the couch. "Oh yeah.. Sorry.." he apologizes, closing his eyes and leaning his head back.
I go to the kotatsu and pour him some coffee along with a little half and half so it's not black. Bakugou still makes fun of him for using half and half in his coffee.. It's something I think about every time I see him use it.. I walk back over to him and he opens his eyes as I sit beside him, then hand him his drink.
"Thanks.." he mutters before sipping it. "How long are you two staying?" he asks, looking around me and over at our two guests.
"Not too much longer. I just want to make sure Deku can walk straight," Uraraka replies with a laugh.
Shouto sips his coffee and sets his hand on my leg. "I'm sorry about earlier today.." he whispers, rubbing his thumb on me. "I didn't mean to make you upset..."
"It's fine... We were both being stupid," I reply, leaning against him, making him put his arm around me instead. "We don't have to talk about it right now.."
He drinks more, then leans over and kisses my head. "Okay.. I will be making you breakfast tomorrow though. Extra eggs, right?"
I roll my eyes at his dumb joke. "Obviously," I laugh.
Shouto grins and then focuses on the others. "So Uraraka, how are you doing? I would have asked earlier today but you kept the whole baby thing a secret from me."
"I'm doing fine," she replies, facing us. Midoriya pulls her closer to himself, and then into his lap as he smiles at her, making her lightly blush. "Maybe more than fine now."
"Oh. So then Midoriya did you ask-"
"I told her that I am happy we're having a baby, yes Shouto. That's it," Midoriya sternly interrupts before Shouto lets it slip out about him asking her to marry him.
"Oh, that's good. So then you didn't-"
"Shouto," I elbow him slightly and shoot him a glare. "That's enough with that question," I say, hoping his drunken state won't blow it.
"Um... H-how far along are you?" he asks, pushing passed it.
"Um, I think the doctor said eleven weeks?" Uraraka says, looking to Midoriya for confirmation.
He nods, looking genuinely happy. "Yep. And there is only one, just so you guys are clear," he laughs, setting his hand on Uraraka again.
"Wonder what you guys will have," Shouto thinks outloud before he takes another drink of his coffee. "It is cool though that our kids will be the same age. They'll probably go to school together and hopefully will be friends."
"That would be great!" Uraraka exclaims. "Maybe we'll have a girl and your boys will fight over who gets to date her," she laughs.
I laugh along with her at the image of that, but Shouto and Midoriya both remain silent. Midoriya looks uneasy at the idea and I don't know if Shouto can even comprehend the thought right now.
"That's still quite a ways off Ochaco... Right now she's only like this big," Midoriya says, showing a very small space between his thumb and index finger.
"She? So you think it will be a girl then?" Uraraka questions with a sly look.
"Did I say she? I'm still tipsy.. It's your fault for bringing it up about it being a girl," Midoriya replies, looking away.
"Honestly though, I think you can get a feeling for what they are," I say, setting my hand over the twins. "I had a feeling that at least one of them was gonna be a boy..." I warmly state.
"You did? Why didn't you ever tell me?" Shouto asks, shifting in his spot and setting his empty cup on the floor.
"I didn't want to get your hopes up with anything before we knew. I figured as the father you might like a son," I shrugged.
"Hmm... I guess I was sort of hoping for a boy now that I think about it," Shouto says, rubbing his head. "I would have been fine with a girl though. She'd definitely have your looks, but, that might be a bad thing.. All the guys would want her," he says, pulling me up and into his lap. Now he's getting clingy. He's finally a little less drunk..
"I have a feeling we're having a girl," Uraraka says, looking to Midoriya.
"I'm fine either way," he replies smiling. "But, we should probably get going. Now that Shouto is up and functioning a little better, we should let you guys enjoy your first night in your new place."
Uraraka gets out of his lap and they both stand up. Midoriya still sways a bit, but he appears to shake it off easily now. "I'll walk you out," I say, climbing off of Shouto, who reluctantly lets me go.
I follow them to the door and they get their boots on as well as their coats. "Today was fun Momo," Uraraka says as she wraps her arms around me in a hug. "We're definitely going to have to go shopping together again sometime."
"Of course, except next time we'll start to get you guys some things too," I reply, hugging her back.
"I'm glad you had a good night Momo," Midoriya says, smiling at me.
Uraraka lets me go and I step up to her boyfriend. "Thank you for looking after Shouto tonight," I tell him, opening my arms up, inviting him for a hug.
"Yeah," he steps closer and hugs me, "no problem. He's one of my best friends after all. I'll always help him out."
We separate and he goes to open the door, allowing Uraraka to go out first. Before he follows he turns to face me again. "Also, I am going to talk with Ochaco about taking time off work, do you think Monday she could come here and hang out with you? I think she'd just get bored hanging out in the office all day."
"Sure. Just text me or have her text me later after you guys talk," I reply, excited that I won't be stuck here alone when Shouto leaves.
"Thanks. Good night. Don't over work yourself with him either," he says, laughing slightly as he leaves.
"Get home safe you two," I holler to them as they walk down the snow covered driveway.
I shut the door once they're out of sight. Tonight turned out to be a good night. I'm grateful to have such good friends.. I head back to the living room where Shouto is at, laying on the couch, looking bored as he waited for me to come back. He blinks a few times when I get closer and he focuses up at me, extending his arms out, wanting me to lay with him.
"I can't exactly lay on you like I used to," I giggle, knowing that it's exactly what he wants.
"So?" He moves back, sitting up so his back is against the armrest and he spreads his legs so I can sit between them. "Sit right here," he pats the spot between his legs, "please?"
I give in, wanting to be with him right now. I sit down, bringing my feet up and leaning back against his body. He situates himself once I get where he wanted me and he sets one hand on my belly and the other he wraps around my shoulders as he leans in and kisses my cheek.
"I love you Momo," he whispers in my ear. "And, I'm sorry again about earlier.. My dad still gets under my skin and I just can't handle the thought of becoming someone even remotely like him..."
"That isn't quite what I was saying... But, I still don't want to talk about it right now.. It's in the past and we were both right and wrong about certain aspects of that argument..."
"Okay.. I'll try not to upset you again. I don't want you stressing out because of me.. And, I don't like it when you're mad and won't take to me..."
"I know," I sigh. "I'm sorry. I do love you more than anything though," I remind him, tracing my fingers around his wedding ring. "With these dumb hormones I just felt like I would start crying again if I tried to apologize or talk to you... I didn't want to ignore you like that.."
"It's fine.. I figured you needed some space, but we've been together for so long that you're my best friend, and, when you ignore me, it hurts.." he quietly says, holding me tighter against himself.
"I know Shouto.. You're my best friend too," I reply, taking his hand from my belly and kiss it. "I'll try to not let my emotions take over.. I don't like it when you're down."
He sits up more, setting his hand on my face and turning my head to face his. "It's fine, Momo," he whispers just as he kisses me.
His lips are so soft and he's got the lingering taste of coffee on them with an aftertaste of alcohol. God, even from just a kiss I want him... I wonder how long I'll be horny like this.. Sometimes I feel like I'm pushing him too far, but we went through a long dry spell not that long ago due to work and I feel like this makes up for it...
"Momo," he moans, cracking his eyes and looking at me with utter desire, "I want you... Right now.."
"Shouto..." I want him badly.. "How about we go to bed first? Break in the new place up in our new room?"
He smirks and nods. "Sounds fun. And tomorrow we can situate the rest of the house and make it more like home," he says before he kisses me.
"Actually, Uraraka and I did a lot of that today. Come see upstairs before we get to it," I tell him as I take his hand and stand up with him.
"What'd you guys do..?" he questions as I lead him towards the stairs.
We ascend, me leading the way slowly, making sure he won't stumble and fall down.. The coffee helped him, but based on past experiences with him I'd say he's on the verge of being black out.. I wonder if he'll remember anything in the morning..
We reach the top of the steps and Shouto stumbles a bit, catching himself on the wall. "Are you alright?" I question, releasing his hand so I don't fall over because of him.
"I'm fine.. Just need to lie down is all..." he replies, holding his head and reaching for me again.
I take his hand and we continue to walk down the hall. "Well before you lie down, and before we get to it, this is what Uraraka and I did when we got home," I say as I open the door to the twin's room.
He steps forward, setting his free hand on the wall and gazing at what we bought. The dark wooden crib is set up against the back wall with a mobile above it that has different Heroes on it in chibi form. Beside the crib are small cubby's where we've folded and stored the clothes we bought, across the room is a changing station with a stockpile of diapers ready, along with a basket of baby toys beside it. Finally, in the corner is where I plan on putting a rocking chair, one that I can use to rock and lull them to sleep in.. And, we chose this room for them because the lights can be dimmed down, making it much nicer for bedtime.
"Well..? What do you think?" I ask, waiting for him to say something.
He remains silent as he releases my hand and steps into the room. As he walks in it's easy to tell his eyes are focused on the crib. He approaches it, setting his hand along the top and running it across. "It won't be long before they're here.." he quietly says with his back still facing me. "Their room is almost perfect," he states, looking back at me.
"Almost? Well I guess that's true," I reply, walking over to him. "What do you think is missing?"
Shouto turns to me as I step beside him. He sets his hands on my belly and looks down at it. "It's missing them," he warmly says, lifting his eyes to mine.
"Shouto..." I drape my arms around his neck, making sure I don't put too much weight on him. I don't need him falling over. "I'm so happy I married you."
He grins, leaning in and touching his forehead to mine. "Me too. Let's get to our room. I'd like to ravish my beautiful wife before bed."
"Right this way then."
(Shouto POV.)
Ow... Damn I've got a splitting headache... My body feels weak and I still feel too tired to even want to open my eyes yet... But, I need to....
Slowly and tiredly, I open my eyes. I'm laying in bed, halfway draped over the edge with the blankets only covering my waist down. "Wait..." I sit up, my muscles straining at the simple action, and I rest my back against the headboard as I look around the room. "This is our stuff.. I'm home..?"
God my head hurts... I barely remember anything from yesterday... Holding my head and using my Quirk to cool myself off is helping a little, but I need to get some coffee or some painkillers in me soon.. "Oh shit.. That's right," I mumble, suddenly remembering some of the events of yesterday, "We moved..."
I look over and I don't see Momo beside me. What time is it? Is she up already or- Is she still mad at me from yesterday..? Our stupid argument weasles its way back into my head and I remember that she was ignoring me before I left...
"Fuck.. Well, only one way to find out..." I sigh.
Finally I will myself to get up and out of bed. I kick the blankets away and sit on the edge, still not wanting to get up in the slightest... "Why do I have no clothes on...? Maybe we made up...?" I sigh again and now get up to get dressed for the day...
Our entire room is setup like it was at the other house. I locate my clothes and get dressed in a pair of black jeans, and the first shirt I grabbed which is a plain blue one. Once I get my clothes on I head out into the hallway. The house is lit up and bright due to all the natural lighting, and judging by how bright it is, I must have slept in.. I'd check the time but I don't know where my phone is... Probably wherever my pants ended up..
Keeping my hand along the wall as I walk so I stay upright, I pass the room we decided would be the twin's... It's not empty though... I stop and open the door more, seeing that it's filled with basically everything we need for them.. This is what they must've done yesterday.. I hope they had a good time. This looks like it was a lot of work... It looks good though.. Makes me wish they were here now...
I continue my way downstairs, reaching the bottom and smelling fresh coffee in the air. "Momo?" I call out, desperately hoping she's not mad, or at least not as mad..
"I'm in the kitchen," she replies, sounding happy.
Thank God.. I slowly make my way to the kitchen, shielding my eyes from the sunlight coming from the large window in the living room. The closer I get, the stronger the coffee smell is and I can also smell food cooking.. I focus on Momo, seeing that her back is to me and that she's cooking something. The clock on the wall reads 11:37am.. I slept in for awhile.. She should have already eaten though, unless she slept in too..
I walk up behind her and set my hands on her hips, resting my head down against hers. "Morning," I whisper while shutting my eyes and enjoy her mere presence.
She sets her hand over mine and moves it so my palm is resting on her belly. "Good morning my love," she replies to me in a gentle tone. "Did you sleep well? Do you even remember last night?"
"I think I slept fine," I say, pulling my hands back and going to the coffee machine. "And, I honestly don't remember much.."
I grab a mug and get myself some coffee while Momo continues to cook. "What do you remember? Do you remember Midoriya bringing you home last night?"
"Not really...." I reply, holding my head as I sip my coffee, keeping it black because I'm just that exhausted.. "I remember being out with the guys, and drinking... A lot of drinking..." I admit, leaning against the counter and trying to remember anything else.
"Midoriya told me you, Sero, and Bakugou got into a drinking contest," she laughs as she finishes cooking what she's making. "From my understanding, Sero won."
"I sorta remember that... I think Bakugou needed to be taken home after that, and that's when we stopped," I reply, shutting my eyes and recalling small portions of the night. "Anyway, how was your night? You didn't have to take care of me at all when I got home did you?"
"Not too much. Midoriya and Uraraka stayed behind for awhile while he sobered up a bit," she says, turning to face me. "They both informed me that they're also having a baby. Uraraka said she was about eleven weeks along. I'm nearly at twenty one, so they'll be super close in age."
"They're having a baby..? Oh! I remember now. Midoriya talked with me about that a little.."
"He told me you really helped him out, and he's planning on asking her to marry him soon," she says, turning away and getting food on a plate. "I made you some breakfast. I know last night you said you wanted to make it for me, but when you slept in passed eight, I figured I'd make it for you when you started to stir."
"You made me food..?"
She turns and has a plate with an amazing looking omelette on it and it hits me just how hungry I am... "Momo, you're amazing," I tell her as I walk over and take the plate.
She sets her hands on my cheeks, smiling as she kisses me. "I know. Now go sit down and eat."
We both walk to the living room and sit down, her on the couch and me at the kotatsu. I can't believe she made this. Even the smell of eggs has been making her throw up... I wonder if she's starting to get over some of the symptoms..
I eat my food quickly, starving because I don't feel like I even ate anything yesterday while I was out... Once I'm finished with both my food and my coffee, I get up and join Momo on the couch. I sit beside her, then lay down with my head in her lap, facing her belly as I set my hand on her, shutting my eyes as she combs her fingers through my hair.
"You're going to need a shower today Shouto. You smell like a bar."
"I know.." I sigh, trying to ignore the heavy alcohol smell that's lingering on me. "I was gonna take one in a little bit. I wanted to see you first-" I stop, feeling something move beneath my hand that's on her stomach. My eyes open and I sit up, keeping my hand on Momo as I look to her, seeing that she's staring down at her belly. "Did.. Did they just-"
"One of them just moved... You felt him..?"
I focus back down where I'm touching her. I sit up more, fully facing her and set my other hand on her belly. I feel more movement. It's faint, but, they're definitely moving. "They're kicking," I whisper, astounded by the feeling. "I- I can feel them..."
"They're moving..." Momo breathes, sliding her hands closer to mine where the movement is at.
I raise my hand and gently take hers, moving it exactly where mine was at when he kicked my palm. I set my hand over hers just as he kicks again. We both feel it. I didn't think such a simple natural thing could bring me this much joy... Taking a glance up at Momo, I see that she's smiling and seems to be on the verge of tears.
"Momo..? Is something wrong?"
She shakes her head, wiping her eye as a tear falls. "No. Nothing's wrong.. It's just the first time I've felt them like this," she replies, smiling at me.
I move both hands to the sides of her belly, feeling them move even more. I slide off the couch and kneel on the floor between her legs, leaning forward and kissing her stomach. "Since we don't have any plans today, can we just lay down and relax as a family?"
A/N: Next one will probably be Shouto back at work but idk yet 🙃 feel free to toss any ideas my way 👌
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