[So it finally happened. The fight between the reader and Kaito...It happened...And you guys seemed to like the way. Within the span of four days, the chapter has over 1.8k reads and over 300 votes! The most this book has ever made in such a short time. So thank you everyone, I'm glad this book is able to reach even more heights that the original couldn't even acquire. Truly motivates me to keep this book going, but, even with the fight between the reader and Kaito being over, we still have some time left to go before the Sports Festival ARC is done and dusted. There's still much more to go through. Who will win? What is the form of 'Fear Third'? And will Midnight get with the reader? All very important questions that will be answered over time. So, without being said...Let's get right into it.]
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[Your POV]

It was finally over. When it first happened, I didn't exactly know what to do. Walking from the field as a wave of cheers and shock flooded the air, I couldn't barely think about what had just happened. Yet, even so, I knew that my worries with Kaito were now gone. The mere sight of his unconscious, lifeless body, lying in the ground behind me, showcased exactly that. I couldn't help but grin to myself as I entered the tunnel to leave a world full of awe for everyone left outside. But my smile didn't fade, it only grew. For the further I walked down the tunnel, I was eventually greeted by the sight of Kaito's father standing silently. 

Yet, I knew this sense of silence was merely the open door to showcase just how he felt right now. His son had been defeated, by the person he bullied as a kid. Add in the over confidence Kato felt for his son beforehand, and, well, it wasn't hard to think up of what type of emotions he currently felt. A part of me just wanted to keep quiet myself and walk passed, as if I didn't even notice him, because he was nothing but an afterthought to me. However, the words of my mother struck me once more. 'Do it for you'. 

For once, she wanted me to be selfish in life and do something I wanted. I did that with Kaito. But, you know what? He wasn't the only one to ruin my childhood. Itijam Kato played a part in that as well, so, why not have a little fun with him too? So, that's exactly what I did. The more we grew closer, the more my our eyes connected. Until eventually there was no looking passed it. Without a moment of hesitation I stopped right by the side of the businessman and said a group of words that I'd remember for the rest of my life. But no sentence came even close to delivering such a sweetness than the final one that came from my lips.

"I'll need him to beg..." [Grins] "...Like a dog."

As soon as those words were put out into the air, I turned my attention back to the end of the tunnel and continued walking, already knowing I had a wave of cheers and joyous remarks from Bakugo and my other friends I needed to get through before putting my focus onto the next fight I had. As for Kato, I don't know what he did next. But...I didn't care. I didn't care about him. About Kaito. About nothing that once brought misery to my life as a kid. Now, I was ready to move on. To start a new life. To not be held back by the pain and suffering I got from Izuku's death, but to simply use it as a means to drive my dream forward. But before I did that...I still had a festival to win.

[3rd Person POV]

But, of course, before (Y/n) could get to that prestigious moment, there were still plenty of other fights to go through the final rounds of the One-on-One battles. Following his match, the likes of Iida Vs. Shiozaki; Tokoyami Vs. Todoroki; and Bakugo Vs. Kirishima were still to take place, and boy did they deliver in a sense. About twenty minutes after (Y/n)'s match, which was filled with the previously mentioned cheers and joyous remarks from his friends, it eventually came time for the second fight to take place, and that fight contained none other than Iida. 

He was destined to go up against Ibara Shiozaki from Class 1-B. Now, whereas (Y/n)'s fight had a slow start, the same could not be said for this one. With his Quirk Iida went about dashing off the starting line as quickly as possible. Which brought out a festive of strikes and surprises that came with Quirks for Speed and Vines respectively. But in the end, Iida came out on top, thus sealing the fate of Class 1-B in this years Sports Festival. Something that Monoma, of Class 1-B, did not take lightly.

Monoma: "That's not fair! That's impossible! H-He cheated! I know he did! That's all 1-A do is cheat! Midnight! Someone! You have to do something to rectify this terrible decision!"

Down on the ground, as Iida went to leave the field, Midnight's gaze was slowly drawn up toward the sight of Monoma, whose entire body was almost leaning off the edge of the railing as he delivered his point.

Midnight: "Huh? Whose that kid...?" [Looks a little to the left] "Oh! (Y/n)'s watching!"

Quickly Midnight went to strike a pose, but (Y/n) was not looking at her. Not out of spite or anything. He just happened to not be looking at her...Which Midnight still couldn't believe due to the fact everyone else was looking at her.

"You're so beautiful, Midnight!"

"Midnight! Let me be your slave--I mean, you're amazing!"

"You're my favorite hero, Midnight!"

But all Midnight could do was shake her head in dismay before walking off. Meanwhile, as Monoma was being held back from ending it all by falling off the ledge, there was another person who took great pride in Iida's victory and decided to not so seriously rub it into--It was Bakugo. It was Bakugo. The aforementioned Bakugo could be seen sticking his head over the wall that separated the two classrooms sitting areas and decided to gloat like he normally would.

Bakugo: "Hahaha! That's so sad! You lost! You're entire class is eliminated! Haha! I mean, that sucks for everyone, sure. But...That Shiozaki chick, she's like, hot, so she's okay. But you...You're you! Haha! You're ugly and a loser! Haha!"

Without saying a word, Monoma went to quickly jump at Bakugo like a rabid dog. Yet, he was held back by Kento, which meant more opportunity for Bakugo to gloat.

Bakugo: "But you know what's even worse? Haha! You...Haha! You lost to the extra! Haha!"

Bakugo's laughter only grew as on his side of the wall, (Y/n) and Uraraka were left to shake their heads and smile.

Uraraka: "He's going to get himself in trouble one day with that mouth of his. It's like he doesn't have a filter."

(Y/n): "One day? This is Bakugo. He got in trouble because of it Ten Minutes ago. Remember that kid from the Studies course who he thought was looking at him funny? He totally raged on him like no other."

Uraraka: "Oh, yeah..." [Giggles and turns to you] "You're right..."

But as soon as her words left her mouth, Uraraka's smile dropped. Not because she was sad, more so because everything else dropped with it. Whether that be thoughts, emotions, everything! It all vacated her body when she turned to face (Y/n) only to see him offer her a smile that she had never seen before. Now, sure, she had seen (Y/n) smile before. But something about this one just seemed...Different. The more she stared at it, the more she couldn't help but blush. Of course, with such a reaction, it didn't take much before (Y/n) began to notice it.

(Y/n): "Uh...Uraraka? You alright? Your face is a little red there."

Uraraka: "H-Huh? Oh..." [Realizes] "OH!"

Immediately Uraraka adverted her eyes from (Y/n)'s own, covering it in the same process. Uraraka kept this position as she tried her best to make a save from this awkward situation.

Uraraka: "Uh, y-yeah...I know! I, um, I-I had something...Spicey for lunch! Yeah! While you were fighting I ate hot...Um..." [Taps chin] "Hot...Sushi! Yeah...I ate it whilst your fight was on...So you wouldn't know..."

With her most confident face she could muster right now--Which wasn't much, Uraraka turned back to (Y/n) to see him offering her a raised eyebrow. With every second that went on with (Y/n) carrying this look, it left Uraraka unsure of the outcome. Thankfully for her, she was given a sigh of relief when (Y/n) returned his smile and played it off.

(Y/n): "Alright. Cool. Well, I'm gonna go pull Bakugo away from the wall now before he gets himself, or more importantly, me, into trouble."

"(Y/N) WILL TOTALLY DATE EVERY SINGLE GIRL IN YOUR CLASSROOM AND YOU WILL BE LEFT ALONE, LOSER! HAHA!"

(Y/n): [Sighs] "Yep...There's my queue."

And so with that, (Y/n) took off to pull Bakugo away from the wall, as he did, he left Uraraka alone by herself. Once he was gone, Uraraka removed the hands around her face to reveal a large nervous smile, one that didn't seem to falter as she watched (Y/n) leave. With her eyes remaining on (Y/n), and her smile still at large, Uraraka began to walk sideways toward the rows of seats next to her. 

On the third row on the very edge, Yaoyorozu could be seen typing something on her phone when out of nowhere she was suddenly pulled out of her seat and onto the ground. At first, Yaoyorozu was bewildered by what was going on. The constant calls of Uraraka's name from the rich girl went unanswered as the smaller brunette pulled the girl out of the student grandstand and continued to pull her along until they reached a secluded part of the hallway. Once in the perfect position, Uraraka finally turned around.

Yaoyorozu: "Uraraka? Is everything alright?"

Uraraka: "We have a problem."

As soon as she heard that, Yaoyorozu's eyes widen before a blush crept onto her face, causing her eyes to focus elsewhere.

Yaoyorozu: "You heard about it, huh...?"

Uraraka: "I just don't know what to do! I can't stop thinking about (Y/n)! I really think I'm going to--Wait. What? Heard about what?"

Yaoyorozu: "Huh?! Oh! You...You weren't talking about...That?"

Uraraka: "That?"

She asked with a raised eyebrow, whilst sporting an expression on her face that quietly told that 'she wouldn't change the subject until she heard what this thing was'. When Yaoyorozu saw such an expression, it left her blushing even more until eventually she crumbled and revealed exactly what she was talking about.

Yaoyorozu: "Okay, look! I don't want you to be mad when I say this because we've become really good friends lately and I don't wanna ruin that so please just promise me that you won't be mad?"

Uraraka: [Narrows eyes] "...No."

Yaoyorozu: [Sighs] "Look. It happened just before when you and Bakugo were standing at the front of the railing cheering for (Y/n). I was sitting with the other girls and one thing led to another. They asked me why I walked off with him earlier and...and I...I told them that we kissed."

Uraraka: "YOU KISSED (Y/N)?!"

The words were so loud that the amount of shock that suddenly exploded through Yaoyorozu's body from hearing it caused her hands to launch forward unconsciously and cover Uraraka's face without hesitation. And they remained there as Yaoyorozu leaned forward and whispered softly.

Yaoyorozu: "Please don't say it so loud, okay?"

Uraraka: "MMGH! YGH! MMGH! MM! RGH!!!"

Yaoyorozu: "I know. I know. It's shocking to hear, but...It's...It's not true..."

Uraraka: "Mmm?!"

The confused look on her face gave meaning to the sound that escaped the muffled mouth of Uraraka. It was also due to this that Yaoyorozu gathered the confidence to remove her hand slowly. Only when Uraraka didn't shout out again did Yaoyorozu fully drop her hands out of the way. Though just because Uraraka didn't scream didn't mean she wasn't quick to talk.

Uraraka: "You kissed (Y/n)?"

Yaoyorozu: "No! I didn't!"

Uraraka: "Then why did you say you did?"

Yaoyorozu: "Because...That's what I told everyone else so...so they'd think I was normal."

Such a statement brought even more of a confused look onto Uraraka's face, leaving Yaoyorozu with plenty of explaining to do.

Yaoyorozu: [Sighs] "Look. Growing up wealthy, it isn't easy..."

Uraraka simply blankly stared at Yaoyorozu as she said that.

Yaoyorozu: "Not like that. I mean...People, they...They think because you're wealthy, you can't be normal. And I always feared that the people in class, especially the girls, thought because I was wealthy I couldn't be like them. So when they asked why I was with (Y/n), I...I told them we kissed. Because that's what normal girls do...They kiss boys they like."

Uraraka: "Wait. Why were you with (Y/n) then?"

Uraraka asked out of confusion, and slight jealousy.

Yaoyorozu: "I was neverous for my fight with Tokoyami, so I left the room to get my head straight. (Y/n) must have saw this and followed me. We started talking and I told him about certain things and...and he helped me. He comforted me. So, we went to get something to eat...That's when this girl came up and talked to him. I-I don't know about her. I just...I just don't know what to do now and I need help."

Uraraka: "Oh..."

The jealousy and confusion inside of Uraraka was quickly leaving her body, the more she heard from Yaoyorozu. Simply by the look on her face Uraraka could see how much this stuff meant to Yaoyorozu. Leading the small brunette to feel sorry for her friend. She wanted to comfort her in the best way possible, but before she could, Yaoyorozu brought up her own question.

Yaoyorozu: "Wait. What's your problem?"

Uraraka: "Um..." [Blushes] "Uh. Well. Y-You see...I-I've kinda been thinking about (Y/n) a lot lately and, um, well...I know you and I both know we like him so I thought I should talk to you because...I'm thinking about asking him out on a date?"

That one final part of her sentence was enough to make Yaoyorozu go speechless. She didn't know what to say, or do. All she could do was stare at Uraraka, and mutter...

Yaoyorozu: "Oh..."

Uraraka: "But I didn't want to just do that because I knew you liked him too! So...Yeah..."

Yaoyorozu: "Well..." [Smiles softly] "I appreciate that, Uraraka. I do. And, I'm sorry that I said I kissed (Y/n). But, as you know, I like him to, so...I couldn't resist telling people that."

Uraraka: [Smiles softly] "Yeah, that sounds pretty cool..."

The two just smiled down at the ground as they thought over what it'd be like to actually kiss (Y/n). However, they were soon brought back to reality when they realized they had a problem at hand.

Yaoyorozu: "But if you like (Y/n)...and so do I...I don't want to hurt you..."

Uraraka: "And I don't want to hurt you as well."

Yaoyorozu: "So...What do we do?"

Uraraka: "I...I don't know..." [Sighs] "I don't know."

Her words fell into a pit of silence not long after, thus leaving the pair to stand alone in the hallway, at least, that's what they thought.

Ring~ Ring~ Ring~

Uraraka: "Huh?"

Uraraka's attention was suddenly lifted when the sound of her phone going off echoed from her pocket. Immediately, the girl wearing a black singlet and the lower half of her U.A. Physical training outfit, reached into her pockets and retrieved her phone. The smile on her lips were quick to fade however upon seeing who was calling her. It didn't take long for Yaoyorozu to notice such, and soon grew concerned for her friend.

Yaoyorozu: "Uraraka? Is everything okay?"

Uraraka: "Huh? Oh! Y-Yeah! Everythings fine, I just forgot my parents were calling me right now. So, uh...I'll just go answer them real quick. I promise I'll catch up with you later and sort all of this out, okay?"

Yaoyorozu: "Oh...Okay."

So without a second more, Uraraka turned around and walked off down the hallway, leaving Yaoyorozu confused to the whole scene that just went down. But as the pair took their separate ways, not far away, behind a corner, a silent Hagakure could be seen, having just heard everything that was just spoken. She had a wave of emotions currently coursing through her body. 

But the one that reigned above the others...Was fear. It was as this happened, however, that back with (Y/n), the young boy could be seen pulling Bakugo to the furthest side of the grandstand, the pair sitting at the very top on the very edge. Bakugo was still laughing loudly at Monoma, who he could barely seen over the wall dividing the two areas. It was as this happened that (Y/n) tried to gather his best friend's attention.

Bakugo: "Hahaha! You do suck, loser!"

(Y/n): "Bakugo..."

Bakugo: "You won't know love!"

(Y/n): "Bakugo..."

Bakugo: "Or friendship!"

(Y/n): "Bakugo..."

Bakugo: "AND YOUR MOM'S PROBABLY A DUDE!"

(Y/n): "BAKUGO!"

Bakugo: [Suddenly turns to you] "Yes, good buddy?"

(Y/n): [Sighs] "I've been trying to get your attention for the past minute. Why are you still going on with that Monoma guy?"

Bakugo: "Uh, because it's funny?"

(Y/n): "Yeah. But I need to talk to you about something serious."

Bakugo: "Pfft! Serious? You? What could you have to say that's so serious that it has to stop me from teasing idiot monkeys like--"

(Y/n): "--I'm thinking about asking a girl out."

And just like that...Bakugo's entire face dropped any snarky grin or anything like it. Instead, his full focus was directed on his best friend like it was the only thing in the world. But Bakugo didn't just stare at his best friend. He immediately proceeded to grab the arm of (Y/n) and pulled him off the grandstand. The next thing (Y/n) knew he was being dragged through the halls. As they ventured on, Bakugo screamed, shouted, and barked at the people in his way. Whether they be heroes, civilians, or friends.

Bakugo: "Get lost! Outta the way! The end of the world is happening here!"

Even when an old man was barely moving a step a minute, Bakugo didn't hesitate to walk passed the old man before yelling in his ear.

Bakugo: "GET OFF THE ROAD GRANDPA! A STATE OF EMERGENCY IS IN ORDER!"

Old Man: "...Huh?"

Bakugo: "THE WAR IS OVER! YOU'RE NOT NEEDED ANYMORE!" [Scoffs and mutters] "Go to a retirement home or whatever, geez."

(Y/n): [Blankly stares] "Bakugo..."

Bakugo: "Right! Emergency! Don't have time to waste with dead objects. LET'S GO!"

So with nothing else left to stop him Bakugo continued on the warpath, continuing to yell at people who got in his way. But eventually, Bakugo reached his chosen destination. Without a moment to lose Bakugo kicked open the door to the most secluded male toilet on the highest floor in the arena building and pulled (Y/n) inside. Once done, he finally let go of his friend before turning to him with an excited look. One more exciting than that of a kid who just got told he couldn't have just one ice cream flavor...But two! To the point, just like the kid, Bakugo could be seen slightly jumping up and down with anticipation.

Bakugo: [Smiles brightly] "So? So? Who is it? Huh? Who? Whose the girl you like? Fallen for? Is it Rich girl! Alien girl! Horny frog! Jiro! Invisible girl!"

(Y/n): "Uh--"

Bakugo: "Oh! Is it someone from another class? Like someone from Class 1-B? The studies course? The support course?"

(Y/n): "No. It's--"

Bakugo: "Or is it someone out of class? Like one of the teache--OOOOHHH! Is it Midnight? It's Midnight isn't it? YES! I totally knew you found her hot! Haha! My boy going for a MILF! Yes, sir! This is the greatest moment of my life!"

(Y/n): "IT'S NONE OF THOSE!"

The sudden shout from (Y/n) was enough to silence Bakugo, though, his excitement was still present as he waited for (Y/n) to answer himself. Though, now with the opportunity to finally talk about it, (Y/n) couldn't help but blush slightly as he scratched the back of his head nervously.

(Y/n): "It's, um...I-It's...Uraraka?"

Nothing but a silent gasp and a slow draw of Bakugo's eyes widening followed.

Bakugo: "...Oh...My...Gosh."

(Y/n): "Y-Yeah. I mean...I-I've known her for the longest here, besides you. And, s-she's nice. She always wants to help. She's good in class. And I...I think she looks rather nice so...Yeah. I thought I might ask her out..." [Looks up at Bakugo] "What do you think?"

Bakugo: "What...Do I think? DUDE!" [Jumps in front of you] "You're asking like this hasn't been my one dream since meeting you! What do you think, what do I think? This is the greatest day of my life!"

(Y/n): "Okay." [Chuckles] "I don't think it's your greatest day of your--"

Bakugo: "No. No. It is. And it's only made even more sweeter due to how long it's taken. Do you know how many girls I've tried to set you up with?"

(Y/n): "A lot?"

Bakugo: "Yes! A lot! A each one you have denied!" [Mumbles] "Which, I don't know why. Because a lot of them were, like, really hot!"

(Y/n): "Y-Yeah, well. I wasn't really in the mood to have a girlfriend back then. It wasn't a priority. But now--"

Bakugo: [Narrows gaze] "But now something has happened to make you change your mind..."

Bakugo said with a narrowed gaze as he leaned his face toward (Y/n) and scratched his chin. Such caused (Y/n) to raise and eyebrow in confusion as Bakugo considered all possibilities for why (Y/n) would suddenly change his mind.

Bakugo: "...When's my birthday, (Y/n)?"

(Y/n): "Huh?"

Bakugo: "My birthday. When is it?"

(Y/n): "Um...Why do you ask?"

Bakugo: [Leans in closer] "Just so I know whether you've been replaced with someone who has a Quirk to shapeshift...?"

(Y/n): "Dude! What are you going on about? Why would anyone do that?"

Bakugo: "Uh, because they know how great of a wingman I am. And you kept denying me of such goals, which still wouldn't stop me, but, like, come on! A lot of hopeless people out there would love a friend like--"

(Y/n): "And how do I know you're not some female shapeshifter who took the place of Bakugo when we were kids all because you're crazy in love with me. And you're only keeping this act of wanting me to get with a girl because you feel like now that we're best bros you can't reveal your true self to me...?"

That...One statement was able to do the impossible. It shut Bakugo, the absolute fuck up. The scruffy blonde left to raise an eyebrow towards (Y/n), all before nudging his shoulders and accepting what was said.

Bakugo: [Narrows gaze] "Touche..."

(Y/n): [Narrows gaze] "Thank you..."

Bakugo: [Narrows gaze] "But just so we've wrapped all of this up...When is my birthday?"

(Y/n): [Narrows gaze] "Why you wanna know? You forget because you're not who you say you are?"

Bakugo: [Returns to normal] "Dude, we celebrated my birthday for the last...whatever years we've known each other. So the only way that'd make sense is if I've been taken over within the last year. Which..." [Scratches chin] "...I guess could happen. But still, I feel I would have known, and you would have known if it--"

(Y/n): "April 20th."

The words from (Y/n) were enough to make Bakugo silent. His still facial expression soon shifting to a smile as (Y/n) smiled back. That seemed all Bakugo needed before his arms crossed and he lowered his head slightly.

Bakugo: "Alright then. You passed the check. Now, serious question...Why you wanna do all this now? Like, don't get me wrong. I'm absolutely loving this moment right now. But, like, you've never seemed so excited about it before. So what changed? Or--Haha--Did punching the crap out of Kaito feel that good?"

Bakugo's smile only grew, before freezing when he noticed a still look spawn on (Y/n)'s face. The young boy was slow to answer, his gaze facing the ground as he thought over everything that happened recently. From coming to U.A.; to fighting villains; to the Sports Festival now. It all happened so quickly, which left him unsure of how to really go in life. But that was until his Mother told him to be selfish for once. And, in a way, it did a whole lot more than Inko Midoriya had meant. 

Now, (Y/n) was thinking with a little more selfishness in his life when it came to his own personal being. He had been so shut in for the majority of his life that he forgot that he was a teenager. The funniest years of anyone's life. It seemed that upon realizing that, that he came to the conclusion that whilst he did something for himself involving Kaito, why not continue that streak, and truly move on from everything that held him back in life. So...That's exactly what he did. He proceeded to tell Bakugo everything. 

About what his Mom said. About how he felt locked away ever since Izuku died from his true self. But after doing something for himself with the fight against Kaito, that imprisoned being was slowly being freed more and more. He'd still fight for Izuku, and hold what happened close to his body. But that didn't mean he had to make it his number one priority anymore. He was at a place where people liked him. And he liked a few of them. One person being Uraraka, who was always by his side. 

It felt...Organic in a way for him to feel something for her. And the more he admitted it now, the more he felt like such was true. Enough so that with each word he spoke to Bakugo, a chained previously wrapped around his body was let loose. Allowing more and more of the (Y/n) of old to be set free. When his explaining came to an end, however, (Y/n) was left with the sight of a silent Bakugo...Something that didn't happen too often. That's when (Y/n) knew his words were more than just that.

Bakugo: "Wow. I, uh...I-I didn't know it was like that for you. I mean...I always knew everything with Izuku did that to you, but...Not on that level." [Scratches back of head] "I-I kinda feel bad now after bombarding you with all this girl talk...Geez...Argh! I'm an idiot!"

(Y/n): "What? No way! You're not an idiot!"

Bakugo: "Huh?"

(Y/n): [Grins] "Well, no more than you already are. But...When it comes to this, you're not. I mean, you talking about girls is like 80% of the stuff that makes me laugh about you."

Bakugo: "Really?"

(Y/n): "Yeah, and...I guess it was always nice hearing you say the stuff about girls liking me and whatnot." [Smiles softly] "In a way, I feel like hearing you say stuff like that made me feel like there was a chance I could be happy. Even when I didn't feel like I could be happy myself. You were really there in more ways than I first thought, huh?"

He finished off with a chuckle, as Bakugo laughed himself in agreement. The moment was awkward, in a sense, but not in such a way that it made the scene bad. In fact, this was a memory the pair would both remember for a long time going. For (Y/n), it was a new beginning. A time to reset. For Bakugo, he'd finally reach his own dream...For (Y/n) to have a girlfriend. And, for once, when saying that, Bakugo didn't take it as a joke. 

As he revealed to Kirishima during the attack on U.A.; he told Kirishima how he saw (Y/n) getting a girlfriend as not something to simply have in life. But Bakugo believed having a girlfriend, someone special, that cared and loved for (Y/n) like no other, would help him finally have a happy moment in life. The world had always been against (Y/n), and Bakugo knew such. That's why he always wanted his friend to have someone close to him, to care, and love for him, like he deserved. 

Now, Bakugo will always be there for (Y/n), as a best friend, best man, and future Godfather to (Y/n)'s three sons and one girl...Depending on how many girls he had. But...In a serious manner, Bakugo knew there were just some things that a best friend couldn't do for the one he cared about. That's why he desperately searched for a girl to be with (Y/n), so when there were those moments, someone would be there to look after his best friend when he couldn't. 

Of course, Bakugo didn't reveal any of this to (Y/n), he'd be too embarrassed to say such a thing. Hence why he stuck with the goofy side of his persona, as he believed it was the only way he could say something like this without turning the scene awkward or against (Y/n). After all, Bakugo already knew the trials thrown against his best friend, and he didn't want those to ever effect him ever again.

(Y/n): "So...What do you think?" [Chuckles awkwardly] "Think I've got a shot with Uraraka?'

...And this right here, is why Katsuki Bakugo, considered himself to be (Y/n)'s best friend.

Bakugo: "Do I think you have a shot...?" [Chuckles and grins] "Boy...You have no idea."

Those final words were delivered with the trademark Bakugo grin, one that was on full display for (Y/n). Which, in a way, gave him the boost of confidence he needed to take this big step in his new life. So, without much more hesitation, the two friends talked over what (Y/n) should say and do. Of course, Bakugo didn't reveal the fact that Uraraka already liked him, nor that (Y/n) had nothing to worry about. After all, Bakugo didn't want to be the centre reason the two got together. 

He wanted their feelings for each other to do that, and thus make this moment ten times more better. That's why, when Bakugo was done encouraging his body, he took a backseat in the whole thing. Which, honestly surprised (Y/n). Even so, his best friend sent him off with a chuckle and a pat on the shoulder, before finishing off with a funny remark how 'The Journey Begins Right now' for his Harem ARC. As Bakugo put it. (Y/n) just laughed...Little did he know just how true that'd be.

[Your POV]

You know...I've done a lot of things in life. I've fought monsters in the streets of Japan. I've battled villains with All Might. I even gave my childhood bully the vicious revenge I've been longing for for a long time now. And always, whenever I felt fear, or I was frightened, I was able to overcome it. But right now...I was scared shitless.

(Y/n): "What am I going to do? What am I going to go? What am I going to do?"

I couldn't help but repeat the words over and over again. But how could I not? I was so nervous. I don't know why. I've spoken to Uraraka countless times before. Heck, I've even liked girls before. But this...It felt different. At first, when I properly confirmed the idea inside of me, that I...Liked Uraraka, I felt like I did when I was a kid with a crush on Akiko. But after a while, I realized this feeling I felt now was different. I don't know why. Maybe because I had an actual connection with Uraraka unlike I did with Akiko when I was younger. 

But whatever it was, it was making this entire thing even more complicated. I could feel the rhythm of my heart continue to beat quicker and quicker as I neared the gathering room where I knew Uraraka was. I asked around a few times until I was given word that she was there alone. The perfect moment I needed to actually...Ask her out. Damn. It feels weird to actually say that. But, I'm trying to change and move on from the past, so, I guess it shouldn't really be too much of a surprise. Even so, now that I was finally doing it, it felt so odd, out of place.

But in the end, all I needed to do was remember the smile that Uraraka would offer me every time she was happy. It was that one image that caused my chest to beat faster, confirming to me that I really did like her. At least, enough where I could compare it to what I felt toward Akiko as a kid. As this was confirmed, I felt an excitement begin to roar inside of me. Causing my body to jolt forward as I energetically prepared myself further and further. Soon enough, my footsteps grew quicker, until finally, I stood right outside the gathering room door. 

Though, before opening it, I paused momentarily. My enclosed hand hovered inches from the wooden surface, as I thought over all this once more. 

Should I do this? 

Is this right? 

What would she say? 

Would she like me back? 

So many questions rushed through my mind at once that I could barely comprehend what I was doing in the first place. But it was as everything came racing toward me, that the words of my Mother crossed my mind once more.

"Do it for you."

When I first heard those words, I thought they were solely to do with everything involving Kaito. But the more I progressed from that, I began to see these words as a mantra. One I'd repeatedly say when I was clawed to the ground whenever I was held back by something. These words told me to push past the past and remember I was in the present, where I could do what I wanted to do. And right now...I wanted to tell Uraraka how I felt. Now, I don't exactly know what it is. But from what I feel...I think it's enough of a chance to do this and hope for the best. 

So, with nothing left holding me back, I closed my hand once more into a fist and went to knock on the door. But...It seemed fate had other ideas in mind. Seconds before my hand could reach the door, it paused again. This time not by my own meaning, however. Instead, everything froze when out of nowhere the voice of Uraraka crept into the air. I don't know why, but there was something about the way she talked that brought me to a stillness. One that continued as I began to focus on what she was saying.

Uraraka: [Voice Only] "Sorry about not picking up earlier, Daddy."

"It's fine, sorry for calling when you're busy..."

The sound of a grown man echoed through the phone seconds after Uraraka first spoke. Despite being blocked off by a wall, I was still able to hear everything being said in the room before me. Mostly thanks to the fact that Uraraka chose to answer the call with her speakerphone on. But as soon as I heard Uraraka's father's voice, I began contemplating leaving to give her some privacy. But just as I was about to leave, I found myself hovering in place for a moment more. I didn't know why. I just did...

"...Your Mom and I watched you on TV. You were so close! But you were amazing! You really gave that Bakugo boy a run for his money."

Uraraka: [Chuckles softly] "Thanks, Dad...But, it wasn't that close. And I wasn't amazing. I...I had other things on my mind out there so I couldn't focus on being a hero."

"What?"

I couldn't help but mutter the same word as Uraraka's father as soon as I heard what Uraraka said.

(Y/n): "She had other things on her mind? But--" [Sighs] "Bakugo, I swear, if you were doing something to make her not concentrate on doing a good job in front of all these Pro Heroes, and ruin her chances of anything...I'll..."

The words building up in my throat soon fell to their death as I sighed before lowering my head. My gaze remaining on the ground as the sound of Uraraka's Father spoke once more.

"Ochaco, is everything okay? What do you mean you couldn't focus on being hero?"

Uraraka: "I...I don't know. I...I knew this was my moment to show the pro heroes watching what I could do. But, somehow I just forgot all of that because...Because I went out there for another reason..."

"What reason?"

Uraraka: "I..." [Sighs] "It's stupid, Dad. Really."

"Ochaco, I'm serious, okay? If something is bothering you, speak to me, okay? Your Mother and I are here for you."

Uraraka: "I know. It's just..." [Chuckles abruptly] "When I went out there, I...I was focused on something Bakugo said."

"What did he say?"

(Y/n): [Groans and mutters] "What did he say?"

I couldn't help but roll my eyes as hard as possible as soon as I heard that. It made me grow even more concerned about what he possibly could have said to Uraraka. However, my entire thought process was suddenly thrown on the side when the next words left Uraraka's mouth.

Uraraka: "Well...You know that (Y/n) person I was telling you and Mom about a while ago?"

"The boy that saved my baby girl in the USJ villain attack? I most certainly do remember him, and I am still waiting to be introduced to him, young lady."

Uraraka: "Dad! I'm being serious..."

Both the sound of Uraraka's father, and myself, laughing soon echoed in the air following Uraraka's words. I honestly didn't know she told her parents that I saved her, nor the fact that they wanted to meet me.

Uraraka: "Anyway! As I was saying. Lately, I've...Been thinking about him a lot."

(Y/n)/Uraraka Dad: "Oh..."

Uraraka: [Blushes Slightly] "A-And Bakugo was teasing me about it...because...I-I...I-I think I might...Like him."

"WHAT?!"

Once more, that noise came from both Uraraka's Father, and myself. Though whereas I wasn't exactly sure what his body did for a reaction to the news, me on the other hand...I was now lying on the ground, flat on my ass, after being repelled from the door by the sudden news that...Uraraka...Liked...Me? Honestly, I still couldn't completely comprehend it so all I could do for the moment was remain lying on the ground looking up at the roof in complete disbelief.

(Y/n): "She...She likes me?"

The words fumbled from my mouth as I laid on the ground in the middle of the empty hallway, which I was now even more fortunate about. However, I was quick to pounce back to my feet when I heard the voice of Uraraka creep through the door once more.

Uraraka: "Dad! Stop! It's not that big of a deal that you have to scream..." [Sighs] "See?! This is why I don't tell you and Mom things. You make it more of a big deal than it is..."

"You're right. You're right. I'm sorry. I'm just...I'm just surprised my little girl is growing up so fast."

Uraraka: "Dad...? Are...Are you crying?"

"...No." [In the background] "Honey, take the phone...I'm too emotional right now."

A few seconds later, the voice of a woman crept over, who I presumed was Uraraka's Mom.

"Hello, dear?"

Uraraka: "...Hi, Mom. Is Dad okay?"

"He's...Fine. Just processing this news is all."

Uraraka: [Sighs] "Of course, he is."

"Now, about this boy. Do you really feel like you like him?"

Uraraka: [Nudges Shoulders] "I don't know...I think so? I mean, (Y/n)'s one of my best friends here at school. We hang out all the time. We sit together at lunch, and..."

"And...?"

Uraraka: "...And every time I get close to him, I...I can't help but smile, you know? And when I'm fighting by his side in class, or against villains, I feel safe. I know nothing won't hurt me if I'm close to him...Argh! That sounds so cheesy! This is stupid! Just forget it!"

"Ochaco. You're a grown girl now. If you keep fighting against these things you feel, you'll never be able to grow up into a proper hero. Now, what were you talking about with your Father? Is liking this (Y/n) boy what's causing you to feel like you didn't achieve anything in your match?"

Uraraka: "I...I...I don't know."

A moment of silence passed as Uraraka's words entered the air. 

Uraraka: "I like (Y/n). I do. And I felt so happy up until when I saw Dad calling me earlier. As soon as I saw his name pop up on the screen, I remembered why I was becoming a hero in the first place. And when I remembered that...I remembered how my chance to show the Pro Heroes watching what I was capable of completely went to waste because I was focused on beating Bakugo solely so I could ask (Y/n) out...But now...I'm wondering if that was the right thing to focus on in the first place. 

"Ochaco...It's okay. What you're doing for us, it's more than enough. Just because you lost doesn't mean your path's closed off. There's still next year, right? The further you advance, the more you can show how well you do against different types. The scouts can't just tell with one match. What're you in such a hurry for? You have your own life, you can like people, it's okay. So why rush?"

Uraraka: "I mean...I want to hurry and help you guys..."

Those words immediately froze my body in place. My eyes stretching as wide as they could as the emotion from Uraraka's sole reached me through her voice alone.

Uraraka: "Y-You've done so much for me, and...a-and I want to help you guys so much. That's why I'm becoming a hero...To help you..."

It was like the soul of the dead passed through me as soon as Uraraka's strong words pressed down on me. I couldn't move. I was left to just stand there and take it. Now, I was left standing in the hallway, being held in place by guilt and regret. All the while I contemplated the thought...

"Was I a distraction to Uraraka?"

But what truly broke me happened a few seconds later, when the voice of Uraraka's Mother was overshadowed by the sound of Uraraka crying. A part of me reached out for the handle to step inside and comfort her, even as tears of my own began to build. But I stopped once more. All I knew from her match was that she lost to Bakugo. But now I began to think, did she lose because she was focused on me? I...I didn't know how to feel about that. On the one hand, hearing that the girl I feel like I like, presumably likes me back, was a strange feeling that I never felt before. 

Yet I couldn't help but smile over it. However, on the other hand, I felt a wave of guilt wash over me. If Uraraka liked me, was that a distraction to her to the point she couldn't focus on her career? That weight only grew when I remembered why she was becoming a hero in the first place, to help support her family and their business with the money that she earns. But to become a hero, you need to perform well in three certain categories whilst in school. 

One such category was the Sports Festival, and whilst she got fairly far into it. That sometimes doesn't matter for Pro Heroes looking for sidekicks to take into the field when the sidekick training courses come around in a few weeks. And if Uraraka didn't get accepted into that, all because she didn't perform well in the Sports Festival, only caused me to grieve further. Was me being so close to her...Causing her dream to become a hero and support her family to go downhill? It wasn't long before that question was joined by more.

Was I ruining her career in becoming a hero?

Was I doing more harm than good trying to be close to her?

If I were to ask her out...Would that only ruin her chances further to becoming a hero?

The more my head processed such questions, the more I felt more and more guilty inside. Uraraka was so sweet and caring. Heck, she was so caring she went into such a lifestyle as becoming a hero solely so she could look after her parents. How selfless was that? Yet, here I am, potentially being selfish in wanting to ask her out. It caused so many emotions and thoughts to stir through my mind that I didn't know what to do. The smile that once contained my face entirely to the point all I could do was think about asking Uraraka out on a date, to completely fade from existence entirely. Now I was left with a broken shell of the person I was once ago.

Maybe...Maybe doing something for myself wasn't the best option when I could be pulling someone else down in the process. These thoughts continued to rampage through my mind as Uraraka continued to talk. This time around, I didn't stay to listen to it anymore. I had already been corrupted of the joy I held previously. Now, all I could think about is how selfish I must have been. So selfish in thinking I could actually have friends in this school and not have it cause some type of trouble. Before coming to U.A., I considered having friends here would only hold me back from keeping my promise with Izuku. 

But then, after Uraraka went out of her way over and over again to help me, I began thinking...Maybe having friends wasn't so bad. But now, I was left wondering if it was the right choice myself. What was the most daunting thing about it all, however, was not how having friends was able to hold me back. But how me being friends with people could possibly hold them back. I never thought of it before. But right now, it's all I could think about. To the point, my gaze remained unconsciously on the cold floor beneath my feet as I walked away. Giving up on the idea of asking Uraraka out, I...I didn't know what else to do. 

I just wanted to walk...and walk...Until eventually I walked straight off the earth in hopes it'd save me from these thoughts that continued to haunt my mind. I was so set on starting a new life, yet, all I got was nothing more than just under an hour of it before I was reminded that this world wasn't easy. And if it wasn't again me, it could most definitely be against someone else. So...In this moment, the words of my mother were overshadowed by the guilt I felt inside. And it stuck there, to my mind, body, and soul. Stabbing me over and over again with the idea that I was the cause that made Uraraka cry. 

How could I say I like someone and then be the cause for her to cry. Maybe...Maybe it would have been better if I didn't become friends with her. Maybe I should have suffered by myself, alone. Maybe then she would have focused more on her match. Maybe then she would have shown everyone just how great she was. But, I just, just like when I was a kid...I was too focused on myself to see the proper problem right in front of me. Maybe...Maybe being a hero with friends and a normal life is just not for me...

[3rd Person POV]

It was truly amazing...How the mindset of a human being could change just like that. (Y/n) had gone from being glad that he could have a fresh start in life, to being given a fresh wave of doubt that blocked his vision on where he should go next. To the point, (Y/n) was stuck in his thoughts, blindly walking through the halls, contemplating what just happened. Only to be suddenly thrown completely off guard when out of nowhere a heavy boot stepped out in front of him just as (Y/n) reached the corner. 

Immediately (Y/n)'s lifted up the leg attached to the boot, ready to apologise to the person for almost bumping into them. But any such thought was suddenly thrown off when he saw the person who had walked out in front of him was none other than the current Number Two hero in all of Japan. And that, of course, was Endeavor himself. Without hesitation, (Y/n)'s eyes stretched as wide as they could. He was so caught up in his previous thoughts that the sudden appearance of the famous hero threw him off guard. 

Add in the fact that Endeavor was the Father of Todoroki, who just so happened to be (Y/n)'s next opponent. Something he had only just found out after leaving Bakugo earlier. Apparently, he had a good match-up with Tokoyami. But in the end, Todoroki won, thus leaving the pupils of All Might and Endeavor to face off. As soon as (Y/n) realized such a connection, the sudden arrival of Endeavor became more clear. Even more when Endeavor's eyes fell onto (Y/n), leaving the towering hero to stop right in front of the young boy, who was left in silence from everything that just happened.

Endeavor: "Oh, there you are."

(Y/n): [Thoughts]  "He was looking for me? But why would--"

(Y/n) was suddenly thrown back to reality when the finger of Endeavor reached out to point at him. On reflex, the young boy stepped back cautiously.

Endeavor: "I watched your fight. You have quite the wonderful Quirk. I hear you can make people's fears come to a reality. Is that right?"

(Y/n): "Yeah. What's it to you?"

Honestly, right now, (Y/n) didn't care that he was talking to a Pro Hero. He didn't care about Endeavor. All he cared about right now was going somewhere to clear his head. Which he tried to do by stepping passed the hero. But was immediately cut off when Endeavor reached his arm out to block (Y/n)'s path. Leaving the young boy to merely look up at the towering man before him.

Endeavor: "Some would say its not very hero-like. But what do I care? Your power level is truly something. You went out there and made that boy your plaything. If we're talking about power alone, yours is comparable to All Might's."

(Y/n): "Yeah, well...I'm not All Might. So, if you don't mind, I'm gonna get ready for my next match."

Again, (Y/n) went to step passed Endeavor. This time, he succeeded. As soon as he was passed the Number Two hero, (Y/n) thought he was home clear. The end of the hallway was in sight, which would lead him outside where he could head to the Cafeteria, or somewhere to find some peace away from everyone. However, he was only able to get about five more steps in before the voice of Endeavor sounded once more. His words were all it took to bring (Y/n) to a stop.

Endeavor: "It is my Shoto's duty to surpass All Might."

(Y/n): "Huh?"

He muttered as he looked over his shoulder.

Endeavor: "His match with you will be a very instructive test bed..."

(Y/n): "Yeah. Whatever."

For the third time, he goes to leave. Even fi Endeavor did say something. He'd continue to walk. That was...Until he heard what the Number Two Hero had to say.

"...Please don't disgrace yourself in it."

As soon as (Y/n) heard that, his entire body stopped. With his fist clenched and his foot digging into the ground, (Y/n) was quick to turn around. As he did, he offered Endeavor the sharpest glare he currently had in his arsenal. With fear, or focus elsewhere. (Y/n) turned around fully, looked the Number Two Hero in the eyes, and leaned his head forward.

(Y/n): "Look. I'm going to say this plain and simple. Right now, I don't care if you're the Number Two hero or the Number One hero. That doesn't matter to me. Heck, even being called a hero doesn't matter to me. All I care about is making sure no scum that calls themselves villains walk on this earth unscathed from doing evil. And I'll do anything to reach that goal. Even if I have to go through your son. So tell 'your Shoto' that he can give me his best. Because in the end, it won't be his worst fears that will bring about his defeat...."

"...It'll be me."

It was obvious that (Y/n)'s words struck Endeavor quickly. Going off the expression his face formed, only to be quickly covered by his fierce glare. But (Y/n) didn't back down. The young boy, decked in his U.A. Physical training uniform, continued to stare down Endeavor for the necessary time. Until the voice of Present Mic suddenly went through the speakers.

"And just like that, Eijiro Kirishima is defeated by Katsuki Bakugo. Thus making up the final four contestants as Tenya Iida Vs. Katsuki Bakugo; and the fight that's up next...Shoto Todoroki Vs. (Y/n) Midoriya. Truly, the end to this climactic Sports Festival is going to be incredible!"

Even when Present Mic had finished speaking, no words were spoken by either (Y/n), or Endeavor. In the end, the scene was settled when (Y/n) turned around and walked away without another thing mentioned.

--Thirty Minutes Later--

With the short span of half an hour, the crowds that flooded the arena were once more cheering from the top of their lungs. Everyone was excited to see the fights that awaited them, and the one to start it off was none other than Shoto Todoroki Vs. (Y/n) Midoriya. Throughout the tournament, the pair had shown themselves to be amongst the best. Whilst both found easy victory with their first matches, their second stages were a little more complicated. Yet, by the sheer power (Y/n) showcased in his match against Kaito, it brought out the favouritism amongst the crowd.

"Come on, Midoriya!"

"Fight like you did last match and you'll win!"

"I wanna see more of that fear Quirk!"

"Do what you've gotta do to win!"

Clearly, they were getting more and more into this upcoming match. And they weren't alone. The students of Class 1-A were also there to cheer for their friend, though it was a little tough when both people fighting were in the same class. Though, there were a few people who clearly had favourites.

Bakugo: "Come on! Cheer louder! I want you all to scream so loud that even the single milfs in my area will be wanting to get with my boy! Loud! Loud NO LOUDER YOU IDIOTS!"

The voice of Bakugo brought out a chuckle from a few of the girls and even Kirishima. Who, after winning the 'Paper, Scissors, rock-off' earlier against Tetsutetsu, went to battle Bakugo. Even so, he still found himself laughing at his bro. Though his focus was directed to the side, when he noticed a smiling Uraraka approach the cheering Bakugo, who still waited for his boy to step out onto the field.

Bakugo: "Yeah! (Y/n)! Woow! Everyone say it!"

Uraraka: "Where's (Y/n)? Not out there yet?" [Smiles] "He seemed pretty pumped up after his fight with Kaito."

Bakugo: "Huh? Oh, hey, O-chocco. I don't know where my boy is yet, maybe--WAIT! O-CHOCCO?! YOU'RE HERE?!"

Uraraka: "Um...Yeah?" [Chuckles] "Why? Where did you think I was?"

At that moment Bakugo lost all focus on the crowd and turned to Uraraka with a grin as he began nudging her shoulder lightly.

Bakugo: "Oh~ Oh~ Oh~ Don't you play innocent girl with me, O-choccolate. You know what you were doing~"

Uraraka: [raises eyebrow] "What? Being in the gathering room alone?"

Bakugo: "Yeah~ Alone~" [Wink] "So! How did it go?! Literally, tell me...Everything!"

Uraraka: "Um...Okay?" [Thoughts] "Why does Bakugo want to know what I did in the gathering room? That's weird..."

So Uraraka proceeded to tell Bakugo everything she did in the gathering room. Well, everything besides what she said with her parents, as that was personal and she really didn't want Bakugo to know it. But she told him everything else. Yet, even when she was done, Bakugo still carried that same grin for some reason.

Uraraka: "And...that's about it!"

Bakugo: [Grins] "Alright. Cool. Nice. But what about the jokes aside? You know, tell what really went down~"

Uraraka: "What do you mean?"

Bakugo: [Groans] "Boy, girls are delirious." [Sighs and smiles] "I'm talking about you and (Y/n)! What did he say? What did you say? You said yes, right?" [Gasp] "Please tell me you said yes! Because I swear, if you didn't, Uraraka, I am going to be so disappointed."

Uraraka: "Disappointed? In what?"

By this point, all Bakugo could do was sigh and rub his head in annoyance.

Bakugo: "I swear, you better get your game together when you and (Y/n) start dating. Because there are PLENTY of other girls that would wanna get with him. Honestly, you should just count your lucky stars that (Y/n) decided to ask you out first."

Uraraka: "A-A-Ask...Ask me...Out? W-W-What do you mean?"

And just like that...Uraraka's brain froze completely.

Bakugo: "Seriously, Uraraka! Geez! My boy! Your crush! (Y/n) Midoriya! Left me earlier to find you to ask you out on a date! Was it so amazing that you already forgot?"

Uraraka: "H-H-H-He...He was...He was going to ask me out?"

Bakugo: "Yeah, duh! Wait...Why are you saying 'was' like he was going to do it but didn't. You just came back from having the greatest moment of your life, right? That's why (Y/n) isn't out on the field yet because you, now being his girlfriend, was holding him back?"

Uraraka didn't respond right away. She was still thrown off by the words Bakugo had just said to her. In the end, all she could do was slowly turn her gaze out toward the crowd before her. All the while, in her head, the words Bakugo had just mentioned repeated themselves over and over again.

Uraraka: "...(Y/n) was going to ask me out?"

[Alright, there we go for this weeks chapter! Finally, we're back to weekly uploads! Now, this chapter took a lot of turns I didn't really plan to happen. At first, the reader wasn't even going to say anything about asking a girl out. Then it changed to him going to tell Uraraka how he felt. And then it shifted to what we have today. I decided to go through with this route because, for one, it'd help develop the reader even more. Where he feels like even when he's gets a moment of peace, something help comes crashing down on him. 

Another reason was because this was a big moment early on for Uraraka, and I want her to feel as much of a fleshed out character as she possibly could be. And I feel this will lay great groundwork going forward. Besides that, it wasn't a very big chapter despite being 10k words. Nevertheless, it gave the lead up for the next chapter where the fight between (Y/n) and Todoroki goes off. Plus the continuation of everything to do with Uraraka and the rest of the girls. So, if you wanna see that. Be sure to leave a vote and comment your thoughts. Because we're close to finishing the Sports Festival ARC. But how will that go exactly? Only one way to find out~]