Vow [Katsuki Bakugou x Reader]

[Chapter 25]: For some reason

"COME ON, ONE MORE KATSUKI. DON'T BE A FUCKING PANSY."

"GOD FUCKING DAMMIT WHY ARE YOU SO HEAVY WOMEN."

You sat on top of Katsuki's back as he attempted to finish his 44th push-up. He eventually collapsed, a sweating mess and breathing heavily.

"Wow, I expected more." You snarkily stated. Katsuki began pounding his arms on the ground.

"OH YEAH? I'D LIKE TO SEE YOU DO ANY BETTER." And so it began. Everything became a competition. Who could do the most push ups, pull ups, highest weight bench press etc. The answer was Katsuki for all those things, but not by much. You could, however, squat more then he could. Katsuki wasn't really complaining since he took it upon himself to stare at your ass the whole time.

"Alright, I've had enough." You tiredly muttered out. Both of you were lying next to each other, panting profusely. "I think it's time to call it a day."

"What? Worried I'll keep beating you?" Katsuki smirked. You chuckled with an eye roll.

"Well, that and we've been working out for three hours." You joked.

"Yeah yeah, I guess you're right. I have one last request though." He huffed. You glanced over awaiting his question. "Can we spar?"

Oh boy.

"You wanna get your ass kicked that bad?" You snarked. Katsuki jolted to a sitting position.

"LIKE HELL. I'LL BE THE ONE DOING THE ASS KICKING."

- - -

"Katsuki chill the fuck out. Your swings are getting sloppy." You said as you effortlessly dodged his fists left and right. You had moved out of the gym and into one of U.A's training grounds.

"DAMMIT DAMMIT DAMMIT!" Another fist flew by your face. This time, you quickly snatched his wrist. Pulling him over your back, you slam him into the ground. He gasped, signaling for you to release his wrist and placed your hand on your hip.

"You're falling for the same shit over and over. You're really agile, but my reaction time is just as fast as yours. If you don't think calmly and critically, then your hand to hand skills won't improve." Katsuki punched the ground and rolled to his feet.

"ENOUGH OF THIS DAMN WARM UP. I'M READY TO FIGHT WITH OUR QUIRKS!" He shouted. You sighed and responded sarcastically.

"Maybe if you beat me for once I'll-" Katsuki took no time lifting his leg and swinging it sideways into you. Quickly you lift your arm to block him. The sheer force of it was so powerful that you had to brace your arm with your other hand. Katsuki pulled his leg back towards him, hooking his foot around your arm causing you to stumble forward.

Shit!

The next moment He brought his foot down and nailed you in the gut with his fist. You landed on your back, gasping for air.

Katsuki leaped on you, straddling your hips and grabbing your wrists before you had a chance to retaliate. He pinned your arms above your head and smirked.

"I win."

You struggled against him, but your position prevented him from budging.

"Will you use your quirk now?" You paused, eyes widening before you shifted your face to look away from him.

"No... I can't." You muttered, feeling his grip tighten.

"WHAT?! WHY NOT?" Katsuki raised his voice and searched your face for answers.

"I just can't, I'm sor-" His grip tightened causing you to flinch. "Katsuki please, that hurts..." He paused, taking a deep breath before loosening his grip. He didn't let go. His grip felt more desperate rather than aggressive instead.

"I don't get you (y/n)... You're always so strong and stubborn. But when it comes to your quirk, you're a complete coward..." You looked back towards him, surprised by the pained expression on his face. Your heart tightened.

"I'm not a cowa-"

"SHUT UP... Just shut up..." Katsuki locked eyes with you, his crimson gaze burning through your facade. "You let your own power control you rather than attempting to master it. You're scared and you have no ambition... It's pathetic." 

Ouch. 

You didn't even know how to respond. 

He's right... 

A knot formed in your throat and you felt your eyes beginning to well up with tears.

"You don't understand Katsuki..." A tear rolled down your cheek. "YOU THINK THEY WOULD LET SOMEBODY LIKE ME BE A HERO?!" You were breaking, and Katsuki could tell. "I'm just trying to make it through the day without being executed... Thinking that I can be anything more than a prisoner is naive, just wishful thinking..." There was no facade to blockade the waterworks now. You were crying, hyperventilating almost. Katsuki could only watch as his chest tightened.

"(Y/n)..." He released your wrists and moved his arms down your body to wrap around your waist. He pulled you up to sit in front of him, arms still wrapped tightly around you. Burying your face into his neck, you sobbed. He placed one hand on your head, running his fingers through your hair and speaking softly.

"Forget about shady men in black suits. Think about the people who matter, how they look at you. Floaty girl, ponytail, half and half, even that damn Deku... They see you for who you are. Even if they find out about your past and your quirk, they won't care. And if they do, I'll personally beat the shit out of all of them." Your breathing slowed as his words reverberated within you and warmed your heart.

"I won't tolerate you giving in to the world. I wouldn't have chosen you otherwise." He pulled away, cupping his hands on your cheeks and running his thumb under your eyes. "You have to prove to the world that your power can be used for good. Nothing will ever get done if you sit here and sulk." Sniffling, you placed a hand on his and smiled weakly.

"You're right Katsuki. Thank you..." A gentle smile graced his lips before he leaned forward to kiss you passionately. You eagerly returned it, pressing your lips deeper into his. After pulling away, Katsuki couldn't help but smirk.

"So I'm right huh?" Your eyes narrowed and you punched his arm lightly.

"Oh come on. We just had an emotional moment and that's what you're lingering on?" You both laughed before standing. You rubbed your abdomen and pouted.

"And why the fuck did you have to punch me so hard? That shit hurt. Don't tell me you're into that..." Katsuki's eyes widened and a blush crept onto his cheeks.

"WHAT? NO... Well, maybe a little." He winked at you. You proceeded to back up ten feet, shielding your body with your arms. "FUCKING HELL, I WAS JOKING (Y/N). GET BACK HERE." You didn't budge.

"If not that, then why?" Katsuki paused and rubbed the back of his neck before mumbling to himself. "I can't hear you Katsuki." He clenched his fists before taking a deep breath and yelling.

"BECAUSE I GUESS I RESPECT YOUR DUMB ASS FOR SOME REASON."