I'm still alive!
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" Mommy! "
" Mommy, I'm over here! "
" Look, look, look, I have a star, mommy! " A little girl can be heard from the distance as the brunette opens her eyes and turns around from the little girl's voice.
Ochako glanced around and suddenly caught sight of a mesmerizing white-haired little girl with a blurry face she couldn't quite place, approaching her with a captivating, radiant smile. With grace, Ochako delicately crouched down to engage with the child, a surge of joy filling her heart. Her smile widened as the adorable little one proudly displayed the vibrant red star in her tiny hand.
" Wow, that's amazing, sweetie, " Uraraka said, admiring the star on the little girl's hand. " Did you draw that all by yourself? " she asked, delighted by the girl's creativity.
She shook her head, " Sensei gave me a star for helping my classmate in PE.. "
" You're a very good girl then, sweetie.. " The brunette then showers her with kisses around her face, making the little cutie giggle.
" Hahaha! Mommy, you give me too much with your kisses..! " The brunette chuckled at the girl's adorable protest and ruffled her hair playfully.
" Well, I can't help it. You're just too cute and sweet to resist, " Ochako said with a warm smile, feeling grateful for the precious moments like this with her daughter.
" Can we make Katsudon for dinner, mommy? " With a charming pout, her eyes shimmered, longing for her favorite delicacy to be prepared by her mother.
The sight was simply irresistible, causing her heart to melt.
" Absolutely, darling, I will make it, especially for you.. " she assured, feeling a fondness for the charming little girl before her.
Ochako loved to spoil her daughter, especially regarding her favorite meal. Mother and daughter, hand in hand, are ready to make their way back home. However, just as they're about to start their journey back home, a car suddenly screeches to a halt right in front of them, causing them to jump back in surprise. Stepping out from the driver's seat, a familiar face emerged - it was Izuku Midoriya.
" Papa! " The little girl then ran towards the greenette, and his face lightened up, seeing his daughter's excitement.
Izuku scooped her up into his arms, laughing softly as he spun her around.
" Hey there, my little snowball.. " he said, planting a kiss on her forehead. " You miss Papa that much? "
Ochako watched them with a fond smile, grateful for the unexpected reunion.
" Deku-kun.. Eri.. " She thought to herself as tears came out of her eyes.
The overwhelming happiness she felt at seeing them together, safe and sound, was indescribable. The precious moments spent with the people she loves the most surpassed even her wildest high school dreams. She opened her heart to her best friend, sharing her deepest emotions and acknowledging his unwavering support throughout her school journey. That was the moment she truly understood her deep love for the green-haired dork. His remarkable impact gave her the strength to pursue her dreams and overcome the constraints imposed by her father. He was the catalyst for her transformation into the Ochako Uraraka she is today. She thanked the universe for this precious moment and vowed to cherish it forever.
" Ochako-san! " Midoriya called out her name with a smile while carrying their daughter Eri in his arms, " let's go home.. "
" Mommy, hurry up! I wanna make Katsudon for Papa..! " Eri squeaked in excitement as she waved her arms in the air.
Ochako's heart swelled with emotion as she beheld the scene before her, overcome with a profound sense of warmth and love. Her vision started to blur with each blink as she made her way towards them. With a slow, deliberate movement, she extended her hand to reach for both Izuku and Eri, feeling the weight of their connection in the gentle touch of their palms. As everything went black, she could hear a faint giggle from both of them.
" E-Eri.. Deku-kun.. " She whispered and finally opened her eyes once more, the white ceiling meeting her gaze.
The room was filled with the reverberating sound of the heart monitor, complemented by the scent of ethyl alcohol and the refreshing cool breeze of the air conditioning. She felt the pain from all over her body, especially her stomach area. Ochako tried to move her head from left to right and check if anybody was there for her. Ochako's eyes shifted, and at that moment, she caught sight of Momo. She stood by the bedside, wholly focused on checking the brunette's vital signs, her expression etched with concentration as she went through her checklist. Uraraka mustered a weak smile, grateful for his presence in this challenging moment.
" Yao-san, " she whispered softly, causing the black-haired doctor to flinch.
" O-Ochako..?! " Her eyes widen as she gently holds her hand, " H-How are you feeling? I-I know there's a lot to explain right now, but please tell me if you're in any pain right now- "
" D-Deku-kun... " She answered, making Momo nod, understanding that she wanted to see him.
" Don't worry, Midoriya is with the baby.. He's taking good care of her, " Momo reassured Uraraka, her voice filled with warmth. " But please, tell me how you're feeling. We need to make sure you're okay, too. "
" I'm fine.. " Ochako closed her eyes, still smiling as she wanted to get off the bed and find her baby.
" You can't get up right now. You just had surgery, and IV fluids are being put in your body since you've been lying down here.. I'll get out of the room and bring them over here, okay? Uraraka-san..? " Momo stopped her from moving and tucked in with the blanket.
" B-But.. " Ochako frowned as Momo smiled and caressed her hand.
" I'm your doctor, and you listen to me when I said stay.. " She announced and turned around to fetch them.
She sighed heavily, knowing they would make a lot of ruckus and noise as they came inside. Though the brunette didn't mind it anyway, she could imagine everyone she cared about and loved with their worried expression from what happened to her. She never actually got an explanation, but Ochako will get some information from Momo and Deku once they get in the room. She is just glad that the young Uraraka is alive and well. As they walked into the room, Ochako couldn't help but feel overwhelmed by the sense of relief that washed over her. She felt a mix of emotions, grateful for her friends' concern and eager to finally hear the explanation for what had happened.
" My little Sakura! " Her mother rushed towards her with a hug, and tears wouldn't stop coming down her cheeks.
" Mom.. You're here.. " Ochako then rubbed her back gently as Akemi pulled away to look at her daughter, " How.. "
" My dear Ochako.. I'm so happy for you.. " Mrs. Uraraka's face illuminated with a radiant smile as she lovingly caressed young Uraraka's cheek. Her eyes shimmered with tears, reflecting her immense joy. " I was so worried, and I'm just glad you're doing well now.. Alive.. "
" I'm fine, you know.. " Ochako let out a weak giggle and saw Mrs. Midoriya coming in along with Butler Danburo.
" Ochako dear.. " Inko teared up and covered her mouth with her hand, overcome with relief. " We were just so relieved to see you safe and sound after what had happened to you, " she said with a trembling voice.
" It's not that I'm dead or anything, auntie.. and seriously, everyone is just worried sick for nothing, " Ochako rolled her eyes, trying not to make a deal of what happened to her. " But I'm truly grateful for all your concerns and love, " she continued, her voice filled with sincerity.
" You idiot! " Mina weakly punched her shoulder, and tears wouldn't stop falling down her cheeks.
" Ochako-chan.. Someone just tried to kill both you and your baby while you're sleeping.. " Tsuyu stated as she looked down, reaching out one of her hands, " Worrying for you is a normal thing to do, and we goddamn care for your sake.. "
" Well, stop worrying about this and that when clearly I'm alive.. " Ochako tried to make a deal of her silent death threat experience with a sincere smile.
" She's right, everyone. What matters is your baby girl and yourself being alive.. " Hado jumped in and looked at the brunette, " Congratulations, you're a mom now.. "
Uraraka felt the burden of her physical form suddenly lighten, and a profound sense of relief washed over her as she realized she had finally emerged from the pain and suffering she had concealed from everyone. Finally, the brunette saw Momo smiling at her, holding her clipboard along with two nurses behind her and the precious green-haired broccoli dragging a specialized trolley with a protective seal, revealing the newborn bay all cleaned up and sleeping soundly.
Ochako carefully watches Izuku pick up their baby girl as he whispers and goes towards her for a better look, " Princess.. Mommy's gonna hold you.. "
Midoriya looked at her girlfriend, who wouldn't stop crying, and began lovingly carrying her. Everyone in the room felt the wholesome moment between mother and daughter as Uraraka kept on admiring her, without a doubt that she was the baby that she longed to see after giving birth. Some tears drop from the baby's head, which disturbs her. The short-haired brunette saw her eye color mixed with green and pinkish colors with a much fairer skin like snow, different from hers and Deku's eyes when both of their eyes met.
" Her eyes.. " She uttered softly and caressed her gently, making the little babe nuzzle to her touch.
" I will discuss the matter of her changed physical appearance alone with you and Midoriya, but Eri is most definitely a healthy baby girl.. " Momo replied as she presented her clipboard with a paper form and pen, " You prepared a full name for her, Ochako-san? "
Izuku and Ochako look at each other, discussing and nodding in agreement.
" Yes, we have a name in mind, " Ochako said with a smile as Izuku gently held her hand.
" Eri Yukine Midoriya.. " With a warm look of confirmation from Midoriya, Ochako softly added, " A blessed snow at this time of Christmas.. "
Yaomomo smiled in approval and noted down the name on the clipboard. " Eri Yukine Midoriya, a beautiful and meaningful name, " she commented. Ochako and Izuku exchanged a loving glance, feeling grateful for their precious gift during this festive season.
They both couldn't help but feel overwhelmed with joy and warmth as they imagined their little Eri growing up with this special name. It was a name that held a profound significance, symbolizing hope, purity, and a bright future, " Welcome to this world, my little snowball.. "
Excitedly, everyone came together and called out the baby's name, their voices brimming with genuine joy and anticipation. The atmosphere was electric as they welcomed the new member into the family, marking the start of a wondrous journey filled with boundless love and countless possibilities. Wrapped in her parents' arms, Eri softly cooed, her tiny hand reaching out to touch their captivated faces. At that moment, Ochako and Izuku knew that their love for her would only intensify with each passing day. They were prepared to cherish and safeguard their little snowball, imparting upon her the values of kindness, resilience, and perseverance.
Everyone except Danburo, who is in the corner, just watching silently.
He was grateful for his niece to have a daughter of her own, surrounded by people who loved and cared for her unconditionally. He remembered the times when he cared for the Uraraka family's only child, seeing Ochako grow into the incredible woman she had become. He knew that even though he despised the young actor, Izuku Midoriya was the perfect partner for her to be with when she could express such happiness in her life. With tears welling up in his eyes, Danburo quietly made a promise to himself to consistently support and protect this new chapter of their lives for as long as he lived. As he watched the joyous celebration unfold before him, Danburo couldn't help but feel a bittersweet pang in his heart. Memories of Ochako, the little girl he had cared for so deeply, flooded his mind. He knew that he had played a significant role in her upbringing and had fostered a deep bond with her, one that he hoped to maintain even as she embarked on this new journey with her own child.
" If only master would see this moment.. " He thought, a gentle smile touching his lips as he imagined the pride and happiness Ochako's father would have felt if he just dropped about her daughter's choice of partner for life.
" Aren't you happy to see all this, Danburo? " Akemi goes beside him as they watch the celebration.
Danburo turned towards his mistress, his eyes glistening with tears, and nodded. " Yes, I am happy for Ochako. It's just that...master's absence weighs heavily on my heart, " he replied, his voice filled with a mix of longing and gratitude for the memories they had shared.
" He brought this to himself. If he didn't get an argument with his daughter, he would have been able to hold his granddaughter with a problem.. " Mrs. Uraraka then let out a 'hmph' at the end as she crossed her arms, getting annoyed thinking of her husband.
Deep down, Mrs. Uraraka knew that her husband's absence was a consequence of his stubbornness, yet she couldn't help but feel a pang of sadness for the missed moments he would never get to experience. As she glanced over at Danburo, she saw the same mixture of emotions reflected in his eyes, reminding her that they were all in this together.
" I'm sure Master regretted what he said to Ochako.. " Danburo replied and looked at his mistress with a sad smile, " He must have been upset knowing that his only daughter has a man to depend on.. "
Both of them had that thought with the last words Butler just said. Lingering in their minds are the regret of words left unsaid and the realization of missed opportunities. They knew that no matter how stubborn her husband had been, he still loved his daughter deeply, and that love was what tore him apart from within. It took hours for everyone to finally leave the room where Akemi and Danburo stayed for a bit. She made a go signal for him so he would get a chance for him to talk with the couple.
Danburo slowly approaches Ochako, still holding on to her baby, as for Midoriya, who was sleeping soundly beside her. Akemi quietly exited the room, leaving Danburo alone with Ochako and Midoriya. Danburo took a deep breath, filled with a sense of urgency and determination to express his thoughts to Ochako.
" Ochako-sama.. " Danburo bowed gracefully, which made the brunette pout.
" Uncle, no need to be formal in front of me.. " Danburo straightened himself, taking in Ochako's words with a small smile. " Very well, Ochako-sa-... I mean, Ochako, " he corrected himself, trying to sound more casual. " I am happy for your successful birth of your daughter, and I was nervous for your sake while you battle a deadly poison.. "
" I know.. " Ochako whispered and gave a small kiss for her little Eri, sleeping soundly in her arms.
" I will find whoever harms you and make sure they face the consequences, " he vowed, his voice filled with determination. " No one will ever hurt you or your family again. "
" Uncle, I can't handle two overprotective people in my life, " Ochako chuckled softly, " But I appreciate it, thank you. "
Danburo smiled and looked at the green-haired boy sleeping peacefully in the corner of the room.
" You've chosen the right person, Ochako, " he remarked, his voice filled with admiration. " He is a strong and kind-hearted young man, just like your father. "
" As if.. " She whispered under her breath, feeling angry when she remembered her last conversation with him.
" Forgive him, please, Ochako.. He truly cares for you, " Danburo said, placing a comforting hand on her shoulder. " I know it's difficult, but try to find it in your heart to forgive him. " Ochako watched her boyfriend sleep, her heart torn between anger and the lingering love she still held for her estranged father.
" I'm glad that you and Mom came to support me. " Looking away, she changed the subject but felt a surge of gratitude for the unwavering support of her uncle and mother. " I don't know what I'd do without you both, " she admitted, her voice filled with emotion.
Danburo bowed once more, then stepped forward to pat Ochako's head softly, making the brunette flustered, and smiled as her uncle whispered, " Your family will always be here for you, no matter what. You were never alone in this world, Ochako-sama.. " It brought a sense of warmth and comfort to her, making her realize the importance of family in her life.
She closed her eyes, enjoying the pats and the sudden pull of embrace she gave to him as she contemplated Danburo's words. Her thoughts drifted back to her father, but the feeling of warmth from her uncle's gesture brought her a sense of peace she hadn't felt in a long time. With a sigh, Ochako finally allowed herself to maybe think about returning to the mansion. It's for Eri's sake to meet his grandfather too, someday.
" We have to go back home, as your father has been working tirelessly to maintain the family's reputation, " Danburo said, weariness and regret evident in his tone. " But we'll always be just a phone call away. Don't ever hesitate to reach out to us, Ochako-sama. " Ochako nodded, grateful for their understanding and support, silently vowing to cherish her strong bonds with her uncle and mother.
Her uncle walked away, leaving her alone with an exhausted actor and her sleeping baby in her arms. Ochako didn't sap of watching them, as their presence brought comfort and reminded her of the love and warmth surrounding her. At that moment, she realized that she had found her own little piece of home right there in the arms of her loved ones, and she couldn't help but feel a deep sense of gratitude for the family she had been blessed with. The brunette relaxed a little and slowly put Eri back in the crib beside her, tucking her in gently.
" It's time to prioritize my own family, " she thought to herself as she leaned on the bed, holding hands with Izuku, and drifted off to sleep.
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It was already noon when Ochako woke up.
Sadly, the crib from her right side wasn't there anymore, assuming that the nurse had put Eri back in the nursing area for proper care. She looked at her left side, not feeling the presence of her boyfriend in the room. Midoriya seemed to have woken up first and taken care of whatever business he was handling right now, which made the brunette worried for him. She stared at the ceiling, waiting for someone to enter the room.
" I'm getting bored.. " She said to her mind and began to sit up, wincing a little from the pain she just got from that c-section surgery.
Then a click from the doorknob echoed and alarmed Ochako, trying to peek from the corner to whoever it was that person was visiting her. Her nose sensed a delicious congee for her to eat, revealing none other than Midoriya himself holding the food that she'd been smelling in the room, " Uraraka-san, I'm back.. "
" Deku.. " She called out his name as both of their eyes met.
" You feeling okay? Any pain in your body? Eri was taken away to give her some assessment regarding the special.. condition she has right now.. " The greenette said and prepared the food in front of her.
" I see.. " She replied and began to eat some of the congee slowly.
" Not feeling any pain at all..? " He asked again, knowing he was still worried for her health.
" Not at all, I promise.. " Uraraka smiled at the worried actor and sighed heavily as he held one of Ochako's hands.
Deku may look like he was overprotective and overreacting over everything, but the fear was still there inside of him. When the doctors surrounded her, someone tried to unalive her with remorse for the baby inside of her. He wanted to hunt that person down to whoever tried to harm Ochako and Eri.
He had never felt so loathe of someone since that time when he-
" I'm still here talking to you, alive and well, with our daughter being taken care of.. " Ochako comforted him as his anxiety lessened when he felt her cold hand rubbing his.
Then someone came in, Yaomomo, glancing at the Izuocha couple with a smile, " How are you two doing? "
" Yao-san, I'm doing great, and thank you so much for saving our baby and me.. " Ochako replied as the pony-tailed woman smiled.
" It's my job to save lives, I don't want to see my friend dying in the process, ever. " She stated proudly and looked at Midoriya, " I'll do anything for both of your happiness.. "
" Thank you so much for everything, Momo-san.. " Izuku bowed with gratitude.
" Anyways, I have a lot of good news regarding of your health, Uraraka-san.. The toxic poison has finally been out of your system overnight. It was an improvement of this hospital to develop such an antidote in such a short time, and it would also be helpful for other people getting poison.. Finding the culprit is being examined through the security cameras right now as we speak, and the staff made sure that classified nurses and doctors are allowed to come in by my instructions only.. " Momo explains as she heard Midoriya's relief, " It was a close call in saving you with so many blood gathering donations I got for the past months, so it was worth the risk when I saved you and Eri.. "
All of a sudden, Momo frowned and looked down at her clipboard containing the results of the screening she conducted, " unfortunately, Eri-san will have a difficult childhood due to the physical condition she has right now, it's called Albinism. "
Both Midoriya and Ursaraka widened their eyes and looked at each other with worry.
Midoriya's heart sank as he processed Momo's words. Albinism? He had heard of it before, a genetic condition that affected pigmentation and often came with a host of challenges. But to hear that Eri, the little baby who was just born into this world and cared for so deeply, would have to face such difficulties in her future childhood... It was a heavy blow.
Uraraka's concern mirrored his own, her brows furrowing in worry, unaware of the weight of the conversation unfolding in this room.
Momo continued her voice gently but laced with sadness. " Albinism can bring about various complications, such as vision problems, sensitivity to light, and an increased risk of skin cancer due to the lack of melanin. Eri-san will require special care and attention to navigate these challenges as early as possible. "
Midoriya clenched his fists, his mind racing with thoughts of how they could support their precious princess through this. " What can we do to help her? Is there anything we can do to make things easier for her? "
Momo sighed softly, her own concern evident in her expression. " We must ensure she can access proper medical care and support services. And perhaps most importantly, we must provide her with love, understanding, and acceptance. Your baby must be able to sense to her parents that she's not alone in this, that she has people who will support her every step of the way. "
Uraraka nodded firmly, determination flickering in her eyes. " We'll be there for her, Yao-san. Whatever she needs, we'll do our best to provide. "
Midoriya's resolve hardened as well. Eri had already been through so much, and he was determined to do everything in his power to make sure she never felt alone in her struggles.
After that news was brought to them, a heavy atmosphere filled the room as both of them couldn't utter a word about their baby's health. The brunette turns her head slightly to see Izuku, worried and anger mixed through his neo-green eyes. Uraraka's heart ached as she saw the mixture of worry and anger swirling in Midoriya's eyes. She gently caresses his hand in hers, offering him a small, reassuring squeeze. But even as she tried to convey her support, she knew that words alone wouldn't be enough to ease the weight of their shared concern.
Midoriya's jaw tightened, his gaze fixed on a point in the distance as he wrestled with his emotions. The news about their baby's health had hit them both hard, leaving them grappling with a whirlwind of emotions that seemed impossible to untangle.
" Izuku, " Uraraka began softly, her voice barely above a whisper in the heavy silence that hung between them. " We'll get through this. Together. "
Her words were met with a tense nod from Midoriya, but she could see the turmoil churning beneath the surface. She wished she could take away his pain, his anger, his fear, but she knew that some burdens had to be carried together.
Taking a deep breath, Midoriya finally turned to face her, his expression a mixture of vulnerability and determination. " Ochako, I... I don't know what to do. I feel like I should be able to protect you.. our baby, both of you, but... but I don't know how. "
Uraraka's heart clenched at the raw honesty in his words. She reached up, gently cupping his cheek, her touch a silent reassurance of their bond. " We'll figure it out, Izuku. We'll find a way to give our baby the best possible care, no matter what it takes. "
Deku smiled a little and began to take her hand, leaving a gentle kiss, " Thank you for being strong.. You being here right now is a miracle.. "
" I know. You still worried about me after I gave birth? " Ochako watches the green-haired actor looking up to look at her.
" I love you so much, I don't think I could handle taking care of Eri on my own if you're.. gone.. " He whispered softly and tears fell down to his cheeks.
Ochako frowned and leaned closer to him and smooched him, a sweet yet comforting kiss on the lips, " Stop sulking now, you are more of a crybaby than our daughter.. "
" You just had to do that, huh.. " He chuckled a little as Uraraka wiped his tears away, " Even though Christmas is near, this was the best Christmas present we ever had.. "
Both the couple enjoyed the silence and warmth of hugs together in the room, Ochako leaning to Izuku's shoulder while he continued muttering plans about what they should do if she got discharged. This was a peaceful moment for the brunette, just hearing her boyfriend talking like his usual self and she couldn't ask for more Christmas gifts than this.
Inside, the room may be filled with wholesomeness and love. but from the outside, a disguised nurse was peeking through the small glass window where Ochako and Izuku were staying, hearing them laugh and positive vibes vibrating. The suspicious individual gripped its hand in anger and frustration, and the eyes were filled with hatred and desire to kill. The suspicious individual's lips curled into a sneer as they watched Uraraka and Midoriya's laughter through the small glass window. The wholesome scene inside only fueled the flames of their anger and frustration. Their hands clenched into a tight fist, trembling with the intensity of their emotions. Hatred burned in their eyes, a deep-seated desire for revenge simmering just beneath the surface.
As the nurse continued to observe, a twisted smile crept across their face, a chilling contrast to the warmth within the room. Their mind raced with sinister thoughts, more plotting and scheming in the shadows as they nursed their dark intentions. They were determined to shatter the happiness they saw before them, to tear apart the lives of those who dared to find solace in each other's arms.
With a final, venomous glare at the unsuspecting couple, the disguised nurse turned away from the window, their steps silent as they retreated into the darkness, leaving behind only the echo of their malevolent intentions.
Removing the mask and the hat, revealing the blondie actress, Toga Himiko, with a crazed look in her eyes while walking through the hallway, " Your luck will run out, just you wait.. "
" I won't hesitate to kill you, bitch. Next time we meet, I'll get the job done and make Izuku mine.. "