Caught Our Attention

My Turn

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Todoroki's POV

My body felt so heavy as I was gently persuaded awake by light scratches behind my ear and nape. 

I was aware of how I subconsciously curling and pressing into the soft caresses. I knew just by the gentle and hesitant form of touch that t belonged to my omega. 

Some might think it strange for an alpha to enjoy being pet by anyone, much less an omega. But ever since that first day, I had grown quite accustomed to it. Practically craved the nurturing and bonding atmosphere that is always provided.

I remember the night I had requested Izuku to pet me. Well, sort of request, my inner thoughts provided sheepishly. 

It had been around two days since Katsuki had been pet for the first time, and ever since then, he had insisted on being nearby Izuku to be pet almost constantly. 

Curiosity had got the best of me as I wondered how great being pet must truly be, if it encouraged one such as Katsuki Bakugou the unreasonable, to lay down his arrogant pride and ask nicely for it. 

Perhaps it was curiosity, or maybe it was primally driven, but either way, I was burning with the need for answers. 

Too embarrassed to go straight to Izu right away, I first approached Katsuki. 

Being an unorthodox being in himself, I had to come up with a most creative tactic if I wanted to actually get any answers. Personally, I pride myself in my ability to navigate situations, though my siblings just call this talent "manipulation'. 

I opted to aim for his pride, admittedly for my own satisfaction, and teased him a bit. When we were alone in our room, I inquired (quite bravely so) as to why he was willing to be so obedient for Izuku. I am not opposed to admitting that while amusing, it was quite the mischievous approach. 

My dear, predictable, Katsuki reacted exactly as I assumed he would. He got extremely defensive, insisting that it was because of how happy it made Izuku, and how the petting feeling nice was simply an added bonus. 

I figured it had to do with the aspect of closeness and vulnerable mutual bonding that the activity had to offer. I could practically hear my sister saying in her "evaluation voice" how it probably stemmed from Katsuki and I's Intimate and familial physical contact from, or lack thereof, from others. I was quite certain the three of us were all quite equally touch-starved, but I digress. 

Deciding I was not yet willing to swallow my pride, possibly cowardly so, I approached Izuku when he was alone and not with Katsuki, and asked him in a rather roundabout way to pet me.

 I insisted that I was only asking for the chance to experience, but I knew there was a good chance he could see right through me. Nonetheless, he indulged me. 

At first, it was awkward. I was not sure how to position myself, and poor sweet hesitant Izuku was not helping much in this aspect. 

As much as I try to block the next moments out, out of self-preservation from embarrassment, the memory is one I still hold fondly. 

The moment Izuku's hand firmly yet gently splayed into my hair, my body collapsed. I went from kneeling to all fours, to holding myself up only by my chin on his lap as the rest of my body sagged to the floor. I couldn't help it; the reaction was automatic and inescapable. 

I felt more relaxed than I ever had in all my years, and I could practically feel the tension bleeding from my body. 

There, slumped on the floor, Izuku carrying all my body weight, I felt for the first time in a long time, truly safe and loved. 

I am not usually one to get emotional, at least not outwardly. But I could not suppress the tears of relief that welled up against my will. 

Instead of making fun of or looking down on me, Izuku comforted me. He cooed gently and purred as his fingers carded affectionately through my hair. 

From then on, Katsuki and I fought for Izuku's attention and lap, in light of these special moments. 

I never teased him on this subject again, and he never once commented on my sudden change in attitude, seemingly unsurprised. I guess he did know me rather well though. 

Sometimes Katsuki and I would be side by side, lying on either side of Izuku and being pet simultaneously. It was in those moments I felt truly blessed. Practically detached from the world, floating in bliss as I was held close in a moment of affection along with both of my mates. 

The moment was perfect, and when it occurred, I was not stuck thinking of the past or the future, but instead grounded with them both by my side. In those moments I felt truly compatible, enough. 

At times I would wonder if my mates felt the same with me being there. Though I was reassured time and time again that this was the case. 

The bond felt deeper in these moments. Deeper than attraction, affection, or compatibility. It was a bond of connection and understanding, a fleeting moment in which we were all made to recognize how similar we were. 

Stuck in these blissful thoughts, I almost did not notice when the stroking stopped and the purring disappeared, nor the warmth disappearing from my side. I choked back a breathy whine as I remembered Izuku would not just leave us for any reason at all. It had to of been something that mattered, something of value since I knew how close he held these moments to his heart, the same as we did. 

Waking up some more, I decided instead to take over Izuku's previous task and comfort Katsuki. He had not quite awakened, but he writhed in his sleep, searching for one of his mates. 

The instant my hands tangled into his fluffy hair, he relaxed again, and I smiled to myself as I continued to pet him dazedly, only turning my head when the smell of food graced my senses, and a soft smile stretched across my lips in appreciation. 

I thought in this moment, I could not possibly be happier than in this domestic bliss.

To be continued

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A/N

y'all know the drill, Indulge me!

This one was a fluffy chapter :)), I had fun righting this, but It's pretty late rn so sorry for any mistakes, I. Am. EXHAUSTED. But I didn't wanna miss this opportunity/moment of inspiration. Hope y'all liked it!

I love you all, and I am proud of you all. Drink some water!