Leave It All Behind - Katsuki Bakugo x reader

The Time Between

Moments later, Katsuki made his way down the stairs. His face transformed a deep red the second he saw you, and he cursed himself for it. So, when you asked him how you looked, he was conflicted about how he should answer. 

"Like an idiot," he groaned, thankfully the heat provided an excuse for his slight blush, and you didn't think much of it because your face was probably red as well. 

Shooting him a glare, you geared up to kick him, but ultimately decided against it. Taking a look at his own outfit, you scoffed. It was a pair of orange swim trunks, and his obnoxious punisher t-shirt. (I don't think the creators intended it to look like the Punisher logo, but it does)

"Well, I think you're hot," making a sizzling sound as he fanned himself with his hands.  Then you heard a firm knock on the door and headed for it. Mina burst through as your face appeared, grabbing you and jumping up and down. 

Kirishima, Kaminari, and Sero followed behind and you greeted them all. Katsuki made a few off comments about how they all looked stupid and were acting like idiots. There was a bit of moment where everyone got to talking before you and Mina eventually took the initiative and lead the way. 

The two of you seemed to be the most excited for the day to come. I mean, who wouldn't? You and Mina raced up the hill ahead of everyone else, leaving the boys in your wake. Little did you know they were having their own fun. 

"Wow, (y/n) is super-hot, isn't she," Kaminari said with a teasing smile, looking right back at Katsuki. Your shirt blew up slightly and you ran with Mina at your side, ever so subtly revealing the hem of your swimsuit.

"HURRY THE FUCK UP!" you screamed at the top, earning a giggle from Mina, which completely snapped Katsuki out of his observation. It was things like that that kept him grounded. 

"Yeah, mega hot," Kaminari followed, another shit eating grin. 

"Cut it out, you don't have to point out the obvious," Sero laughed. Katsuki took a hard swing at Kaminaris face, yelling something no one could even make out as Kirishima held him back. 

"Cut it out guys, save it till the end when we've already had fun," Kirishima tried to reason and not ruin the entire day.

"No can do. It's not like they're even a thing, (y/n) basically already has a boyfriend," Kaminari chuckled. 

"Oh yeah, and who would that be?" Kirishima questioned as Katsuki threatened to hit him again. 

"Me, you'll see. We're thick as thieves," He laughed, another grin spreading across his face. 

"Shut the fuck up shit face. You better watch your fucking back."

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"So," Mina started, and by the tone of her voice you knew what she was about to get on. "What are your honest thoughts on Katsuki. I want to know all about it. I mean, the two of you live together," she said, throwing an arm around your shoulder playfully before walking normally once more. 

"Hmm, well I guess we're friends. I used to hate him more than anyone in the world, but we're close now," you smiled, eye focused on the road ahead. Mina let out a disappointed sigh before looking back at Kirishima 100 feet back, giving him a devious grin. 

Katsuki clenched his fists and began his march forward to stop her, but Kirishima pulled him back. 

"Relax man, she's not actually gonna say anything. She knows it will mess everything up if she's the one to tell her," Kirishima said in all honesty. Katsuki was annoyed, but decided if he did choose to react, it would make it all the more suspicious.

"That's not what I mean," she sighed, resting a hand on your shoulder. "Do you like-like him or just like him, because I totally ship it," she said with a wink. 

"Well," you started, giving it some serious consideration. "I guess I've never really thought about it before," was all you gave her, but it was a start. "Why do you ask?" then her trail went cold. 

"Umm..." she started, like a total idiot. "I guess I was just curious," and thankfully you bought it. 

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"What the fuck is she saying," Katsuki grumbled, anxiety beginning to pile up. 

"I'm sure it's fine," Kirishima reassured, but Katsuki had enough. Quickening him pace and coming up right behind Mina. Grabbing her shoulder, he shoved her back, and began to walk beside you instead. 

"What the actual fuck is your problem. Are you stupid?" you said, annoyance laced in your voice. 

"Tch, Shut the fuck up. I can walk where I want."

"He's ruining everything," Mina groaned quickly, shaking Kirishima's arm. The two of you argued back and forth, slowly becoming more aggressive. 

"I don't think he realizes it. That's probably just his way of flirting," Kirishima reasoned.

"Yeah, well he's acting like an elementary schooler. We gotta fix this," she said with a maniacal smile. 

"I don't think-"

"I'm in," Sero said, Kaminari agreeing. So, as they all caught up to the two of you, Mina linked arms with you, Kirishima began a side conversation, and everyone headed to the lake where they'd hatch their master plan. 

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A/N: This was also kind of a boring transition chapter, if I edit the next one in time I'll probably post that today too