•Unwanted Life• (Omegaverse) -Bakudeku-

Chapter Three

The primary purpose of school is to provide a platform for learning and social interaction among children. However, it's often overlooked by both students and teachers that each individual is unique and yearns to feel appreciated and cared for. Many tend to go the extra mile, either by striving for excellence or resorting to disruptive behavior, simply to garner validation and acknowledgement from their peers and authority figures. It's vital to recognize the importance of individuality and make a collective effort to provide a safe and nurturing environment that caters to the diverse needs of students in order to help them thrive.

‧⁺˚*･༓☾Tuesday, April 16th, XXXX☽༓･*˚⁺‧
(A/N friendly reminder Izuku is still nine years old, please don't be creepy)

Izuku's PoV;

As I stepped onto the school bus, I felt a knot in my stomach. I wasn't a fan of the daily school bus ride, where I would have to face the reality of my social isolation. My older sister, Izumi, immediately rushed to the back of the bus to sit with her group of friends. Meanwhile, I fumbled around awkwardly, trying to find an empty seat towards the front of the bus where I always sat, alone.

It's not that I didn't want any friends, but I found it hard to connect with people. Most of my peers were interested in sports or other activities that I wasn't allowed to do. Plus, my awkward social skills didn't help my cause.

As I sat alone with my thoughts, I couldn't help but wish that I had a group of friends to sit with on the bus or at school. It would have been nice to chat with someone about the latest national volleyball tournament or gymnastics, or just to have someone to lean on during tough times.

Despite my lack of friends, I refused to let it get in the way of my academic goals. I worked hard to excel in all my classes, and I was determined to succeed. I figured that if I couldn't connect with people through sports or socializing, I could at least try and connect through my shared love of learning.

The ride to school may have been lonesome, but once the school day began, I was able to focus on my studies and enjoy the intellectual stimulation that came with it. In class, I actively engaged in discussions and worked collaboratively with my classmates on group projects. Although I may have been quiet around my peers, my thirst for knowledge made me stand out in the classroom.

While my lack of friendships was still a void, I tried to make up for it by finding connection in other ways. I wanted joined extracurricular activities such as the school's volleyball club, where I could share my love of volleyball with like-minded people. These activities would give me a sense of belonging and allow me to step out of my comfort zone and interact with new people, that weren't old men, or trainers.

The desire to feel accepted and seen is a natural yearning. As human beings, we want to belong and feel connected to others. Unfortunately, not everyone has an easy time making friends, and the journey towards building lasting friendships can be long and arduous.

As I stood on the side-lines watching my sister, Izumi, move with ease among her friends, I couldn't help but feel envious. She was cool, smart, and pretty, but what made her stand out was her ease with which she socialized with others. On the other hand, I struggled to make friends and connect with people.

Despite our differences, we both share a hunger to excel in our chosen fields. Izumi is talented in many areas, but she lacks the drive to succeed academically, while I want nothing more than to be the best at everything. Unfortunately, that hunger has yet to manifest into the success that I crave.