Listen (Bakugo Katsuki x Reader)

Chapter 17

The first battle of the second round was between Izuku and Todoroki. And boy was it a blast, both literally and figuratively. The meaning and depth of Izuku's words swayed Todoroki that it made him use his left side in battle which he never intended to do, atleast that's what I heard from Iida.

Throughout the whole match, I was on the verge of tears seeing how much Izuku has hurt himself. He really was giving it his all for this battle... However, in amidst all of that, I also noticed that a certain ash blonde male was more focused and intrigued in this match more than the others. I pursed my lips at my sudden realization. Katsuki must be anticipating to fight either one of them the most in this event...

After a massive explosion that happened within the duo's match, clouds of smoke and bits of debris disallowed us to see the results which left us all at the edge of our seats. When the view finally cleared out, Izuku was seen driven to the edge of the stadium whilst the candycane-haired boy stood alone on the stage. I gasped as the quiver in my heart reappeared.

"M-Midoriya is out of bounds... Todoroki advances to the third round!" Midnight announced and the audience howled in cheers. On the other hand, Ochaco, Iida, Tsuyu, Mineta, and I rushed towards the nurse's office as soon as the match ended. I couldn't help but feel sullen not only because of Izuku's state, but because soon... I will be the one to enter the stage next...

"Izuku!"
"Midoriya!"
"Deku-kun!"
We all exclaimed in unison as we barged in through the door.

"Are you okay?!" Ochaco and I shrilled as we staggered towards our freckled friend's side. However, we also noticed a thin and pale looking man beside Izuku to whom we awkwardly bowed at. He seems somewhat familiar... hmm...

"Oh, nice to meet you..." Me and Ochaco chorused as we backed off a little giving the blonde-haired man some space. The man replied with an awkward bow as well. Maybe he's Izuku's uncle or something...

"You're all so noisy." Recovery Girl reprimanded opposite from our side.

"Everyone... what about the next match?" Izuku croaked painfully as he slowly turned to face us. I furrowed my eyebrows with worry as I saw my bestfriend's pained state.

"Since there was a lot of damage to the stage, they're taking a break to repair it." Iida explained flailing his arms robotically.

"That match was scary, Midoriya... What pro's gonna want that?" Mineta sneered grimly at Izuku earning a halting motion from Tsuyu.

"I don't like your style of rubbing salt into his wound." The dark green-haired girl scolded him.

"Be quiet, now! I know you're worried, but I've got to do surgery now." Recovery Girl countered as she pushed us all towards the door. Our eyes widened in shock.

"S-Surgery?!" We screeched in unison. I turned to look at Izuku who seemed to be in a lot of pain. Tears started to form upon my eyes. But as soon as the green-haired boy noticed, he smiled weakly at me. Even though you're hurting so much, you're still trying your best...

"I-I'll be fine, Y/N. Don't worry. I promise. Do your best later. I'll be w-watching you." He assured me whilst having a hard time speaking. Even though I wanted to cry right then and there, I held it all in as I hummed in response. It'll hurt him even more if he sees how worried we were for him...

"Seriously~ Take care of yourself, Izuku." I pleaded as we were pushed outside of the clinic in defeat.

"Yeah." Izuku responded for the last time giving me an eye smile as the door closed before us. I sighed in relief. Seeing how brave Izuku was a while ago, kinda makes me proud. He already grew this much. While I... remained a coward...