Mended Hearts [Bakudeku]

Chapter 36

3rd person's POV

It wasn't a surprise that Izuku didn't recognize the church, he hasn't been here since his boyfriend's funeral which turned out to be the turning point of his life.

The couple was surprised at the new information, of course, they didn't know that one had lost his loved one on the same day the other was happily married to the love of his life.

Nevertheless, the family made their way towards what seemed to be two graveyards that were similar in structure that's when Izuku realized they were buried right next to each other.

Both held names, 'Camie Bakugo' and 'Yuu Utsushimi' with a dried Lily bouquet in front of the gravestones. Izuku knew very well that Katsuki was trying hard not to cry.

They both stood in silence, looking at the graves in front of them. Katsuki had the urge to cry his eyes out. But tried hard to stop crying in front of his boyfriend.

He thought that Izuku might break up with him if he knew how vulnerable Izuku felt. He thought that Izuku might think he was a crybaby.

Little did he know, Izuku felt exactly the opposite. Izuku knew how hard it is at this point. He knew that crying helps you to clear your mind and heart.

Izuku wants to be with Katsuki when he wants to get everything off his chest. He wants to be the person whom Katsuki can trust enough to pour out his feelings.

That's what Izuku thinks. Izuku felt a little off place so he decided to check upon Ikio, silently giggling when he saw the baby playing with a dried leave which had somehow found its way into the stroller.

Izuku picked up Ikio and got rid of the leaf in case he put it in his mouth or something. He took him near the grave-looking expectantly.

Ikio slightly stretched out his arms, ever so lightly touching the graves. He then let out a slight giggle at the coldness of the stone. Izuku watched fondly.

This was all it took Katsuki to break down, Izuku didn't hesitate to put Ikio back in his stroller the moment he heard sobs behind him.

He quickly went towards Katsuki throwing his arms around and hugging him in a comforting manner. Katsuki loved the warmth he received.

And kept crying into the younger's shoulder, putting his face in the crook of his neck to muffle the cries. Izuku felt a pang of sadness hit him when he saw Katsuki cry.

"Shh, it's okay Kacchan......You will be fine, please don't  cry.......it hurts me you know......" This suddenly brightens a flashback to Katsuki.

Flashback

It was the day Katsuki found out about Camie's pregnancy. "I-I am goi-going to be-become a father?" A stunned Katsuki asked, worrying his wife.

"Why are you asking it like that? Do you not want a child? Ie completely fine actually! We could, you know, abort! I guess......it's totally fine, I am sorry-"

She was cut off by Katsuki hugging her and lifting her. "Never think about that, princess. Of course, I want a child...." He did spinning them around.

"I can't believe it, I am going to be a father....the best father in the world......I can't wait to see my child...! It's just overwhelming you know..... "

Katsuki said, with a lot of sobs interrupting him. Seeing Katsuki cry, Camie's tears flowed unconsciously. She yet again realized how much she loves her husband.

"Please don't cry Katsuki.....it hurts me here," she said, pointing at her chest, where her heart was located.

Flashback over

Katsuki couldn't help but think about that time, this must worsen his cries while Izuku was panicking if he said something wrong.

It took Izuku some time to calm Katsuki. "Kacchan, do you feel better now?" To which Katsuki nodded without uttering a single word.

Ikio's cries suddenly echoed around the almost empty place to which Izuku quickly responded and went to his side to change his soiled diapers.

Katsuki wanted to talk to his wife, in the meantime. "Hey princess. I never expected you to leave me clueless like that, the other day.

I hope you feel guilty about that. It was tough without you here. I used to hate Ikio. Funny, right? I loved him before his birth, talking to him every day, telling bedtime stories.

But the moment you left, I felt like I had nothing to lose anymore. I miss you. I still do. I hoped that it was all just a nightmare and you would wake me up like usual with a morning kiss.

But, as time passed by, my hopes died. You know, I met an angel. I am pretty sure you would have loved him if you were here.

He babysits our kid. And I recently asked him out. I hope you are proud of me, you always said not to dwell in the past and move on.

I wanted to be the person you were proud of. Hope you are all got there, you know meeting your brother and all. I know how much you love him.

Sorry, Ikibro, but I love Camie more than you and I wanna spend my time with her today, hope you would forgive me" he said turning his head towards the other grave.

"I am sorry for everything I made you go through. I am sorry that I wasn't a good boyfriend, I am sorry that I wasn't a good husband, I am sorry that I wasn't a good dad for Ikio.

I am sorry for everything"

A few minutes later, Katsuki stood up looking at Izuku who stood away not wanting to ruin their moment. Katsuki then made his way to his family, lightly pecking Izuku on the lip.

As they walked away, Izuku couldn't help but stop for a few moments at the oh-so-familiar tombstone. He felt tears in the corner of his eyes while looking at the name.