The Catalyst (Can We Change the World?)

Chapter 16

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Shoto knew his brother was not a touchy person. He knew Touya preferred if everyone kept their hands away from him and let him live in his own personal space.

But that rule didn't apply to him. They'd been through enough shit together to not hug every single time they saw each other. Be it a month or a few days, Touya and Shoto never passed up the opportunity.

Aside from Natsuo, they never felt any other familial love except with each other.

So when Shoto sensed Touya in their agreed upon meeting spot of course he sprinted forward and threw his arms around him, ignoring Denki who had been following close behind.

Shoto let him in the dust for a minute, not really caring enough to feel bad about it. Touya embraced him back, letting out a sigh of relief almost as if his physical presence was the only thing that would convince him that he was actually okay. Despite the fact they had spoken on the phone a mere two hours prior, thirty minutes after Shoto left Katsuki's home.

He was reluctant to say the least, but he knew it was important for him to be there when Denki met All For One.

Shoto may be the only thing that would prevent him from trying to take advantage of Denki.

"You're alright." Touya breathed, his entire body seeming to relax.

"Of course I am." Shoto remarked, pulling away and giving him a smile. He took a few steps back and glanced at Denki behind him who was still catching up. He cracked his neck and rolled out his shoulders.

Suddenly Touya narrowed his eyes. "You were with Bakugo?" he asked as he crossed his arms over his chest.

Shoto blinked and furrowed his brows. "Yeah, so?" When was he not with Katsuki?

Touya reached forward and grabbed the top of Shoto's hoodie and pulled it aside. He almost laughed.

"You have a fucking hickey Sho." Touya said exasperated. He let go and pinched the bridge of his nose.

"Huh?"

"You're supposed to be keeping your relationship a secret from the league Shoto! How were you planning to explain that to them?" he asked throwing his hands up and then shoving them in his pockets.

Shoto blinked at him as the words registered. He touched his neck softly. He had a hickey?

"I didn't-"

"Do you know what Shigaraki will do if he finds out about you and Bakugo?" Touya asked, more nervous for Shoto than upset.

"I didn't even know I had it Touya!" Shoto shouted before his brother had the chance to interrupt him again.