Ashes of Humanity

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chapter eleven

As you enter the room where Uraraka is resting, clutching the medicine in your hand, you find her sitting up on the bed, a tired but grateful smile on her face. She looks relieved to see you, and you can't help but feel a wave of affection for your friend.

"Hey, Uraraka," you greet her softly, approaching her bedside. "I brought your medicine. How are you feeling?"

Uraraka's eyes light up at the sight of the medicine, and she takes it from your hand with gratitude. "Thank you, Y/N. I've been feeling a bit better, but I know this will help speed up my recovery."

Just as you're about to respond, the door creaks open, and a tall figure steps inside, carrying a small bouquet of wildflowers. You glance at the newcomer, realizing that you don't recognize him. He freezes for a moment, his eyes widening slightly as he takes in the scene before him.

"Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to interrupt," he says, his voice filled with genuine concern.

Uraraka turns to him, her face breaking into a smile. "Sero, you're not interrupting at all. Y/N was just checking up on me and brought my medicine. Oh, Y/N, this is Sero. He's been helping around the shelter, and he's been so sweet to me."

You offer Sero a friendly smile and extend your hand. "Nice to meet you, Sero. Thanks for taking care of Uraraka."

Sero shakes your hand, his grip firm yet gentle. "Pleasure to meet you too, Y/N. Uraraka's been a great friend, and I'm just glad I could do something to help."

You observe Sero for a moment, noticing his warm demeanor and friendly expression. It's clear that he genuinely cares about Uraraka's well-being.

Sero's initial surprise fades, and he walks closer, offering the bouquet of flowers to Uraraka. "I thought these might brighten up your day a little. I found them on my way here."

With a mischievous smirk, you lock eyes with Uraraka, silently communicating your amusement. She rolls her eyes in response, trying to stifle a laugh without Sero noticing.

Uraraka graciously accepts the bouquet from Sero, her expression radiating gratitude. "Thank you, Sero. These flowers are lovely. They really brighten up the room."

Sero's eyes light up, pleased with Uraraka's response. "I'm glad you like them. I thought they would bring some cheer to your day."

You watch the interaction between them, admiring Sero's thoughtful gesture. "It's really kind of you, Sero. Uraraka deserves all the care and support she can get."

Sero's cheeks turn slightly pink, and he scratches the back of his head nervously. "Well, she's been a great friend to me. It's the least I can do."

As you watch their interaction, you feel a sense of gratitude for Sero's kindness and the support he's shown to Uraraka. It's heartwarming to see the bonds of friendship forming within the shelter, especially during these challenging times.

"Well I'll be on my way," you smile softly at Uraraka. "There's some kind of issue in the kitchen and I've got to go resolve it before someone fips out."

"Sure," she nods. "Bye, Y/N. Thank you so much for the medicine."

"Anytime," you grin. "Bye, Sero. It was good meeting you. It's great to have someone like you looking out for Uraraka. I was really worried about her when I was gone," you admit to him.

Sero's face brightens up, and he nods. "Thank you, Y/N. That means a lot. I'm just doing what I can to help."

As you and Sero exchange friendly smiles, you realize that the shelter is not just a place of refuge, but also a community where new connections can be formed and support can be found. It's in these small moments of kindness and camaraderie that hope continues to thrive, even in the face of adversity.

You then make your way to the kitchen, you find Todoroki already there, his eyebrows furrowed as he examines the limited supplies. The workers, frustrated by the scarcity, are voicing their concerns and complaints.

You lean against the doorway, watching Todoroki with a sympathetic smile. "Seems like they're really feeling the strain of the resource shortage," you remark, catching his attention.

Todoroki turns to you, his eyes meeting yours. "Well, it's understandable. We need to find a way to address their concerns and make the most of what we have," he responds, his voice laced with determination.

Just as you're about to respond, you accidentally knock over a bag of flour, and a cloud of white particles explodes into the air, engulfing both of you. You cough, trying to clear the flour from your face, but it only results in laughter.

Amidst the laughter, you reach for a handful of flour and playfully throw it at Todoroki, who is quick to retaliate. The kitchen transforms into a flour battlefield as you both engage in the lighthearted flour fight.

White powder covers your clothes and hair, an odd sight to anyone if they were to enter the room. Todoroki's serious demeanor gives way to a rare smile as he embraces the moment of unexpected joy.

But then, in a surprising turn of events, Todoroki's playful gaze intensifies, and he leans in closer. His lips gently meet yours, catching you off guard. The world around you fades as you share a brief, tender kiss amidst the flour-filled chaos.

Time seems to stand still in that moment, the warmth of Todoroki's lips against yours sending a flurry of emotions through your body. It's a simple yet powerful gesture, one that speaks volumes about the connection between you.

As you slowly break the kiss, a mix of surprise and excitement fills the air. Todoroki's eyes meet yours, and there's a hint of vulnerability in his gaze, as if he's unsure of how you'll respond.

A smile tugs at the corners of your lips, your heart fluttering with a newfound understanding. Still feeling the warmth of Todoroki's lips against yours, instinct takes over, and you respond by gently kissing him back. The world around you fades into the background as your lips meet, the softness of the moment filled with an electric connection.

In that instant, any doubts or uncertainties melt away, replaced by a sense of clarity and the realization that there is something truly special between you and Todoroki.

As you slowly break the kiss, your eyes meet, and a mixture of surprise, excitement, and something more profound dances within them. The air between you feels charged with an unspoken understanding and a growing affection.

In that tender moment, the flour-covered kitchen and the chaos around you fade away. All that matters is the connection between you and Todoroki, the mutual understanding and growing bond that has blossomed amidst the challenges you face.

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