MHA Angst Oneshot

Chapter 16

Rainfall of Resilience

The rain hammered against the windows, a symphony of relentless downpour. Izuku Midoriya, drenched to the bone, stumbled through the doorway of his home. Every step sent shivers down his spine, the cold seeping into his bones. The weight of exhaustion settled heavily upon him, a result of his tireless efforts as a hero.

Normally, Bakugou would be there to greet him, offering a warm smile and a towel to dry off. But today was different. Today, Bakugou was the one with a day off, while Izuku had been called into action. It seemed their schedules were constantly at odds, leaving them with rare moments of shared free time.

As Izuku entered their shared living space, he could feel his head pounding and his body protesting against the strain of the day. He knew he needed rest, but he also wanted to spend whatever precious time he had with Bakugou. With a heavy sigh, he mustered his strength and pushed himself to keep going.

The next morning arrived with a cruel twist of fate. Izuku's eyes fluttered open, only to be greeted by a throbbing headache that pulsed through his skull. His body felt as if it were weighed down by lead, making even the simplest of movements an arduous task. Disoriented, he tried to sit up, but the room spun around him, forcing him back down onto the bed.

Determination etched across his face, Izuku pushed himself once more, forcing his weary body to obey his commands. He swung his legs over the side of the bed and planted his feet on the floor, hoping to find stability. But as he attempted to rise, a wave of dizziness crashed over him, sending him sprawling to the ground in a disoriented heap.

Hours ticked by in agonizing silence as Izuku lay motionless on the cold floor. The world seemed to pass by outside their home, oblivious to the turmoil unfolding within. Bakugou, having finished preparing breakfast, grew concerned as he received no response from his boyfriend. A nagging feeling gnawed at his gut, propelling him towards Izuku's whereabouts.

As Bakugou approached their bedroom, his heart pounded with a mix of worry and dread. Pushing the door open, he called out Izuku's name, his voice tinged with concern. But there was no reply, no indication that his words had reached his beloved.

A surge of panic coursed through Bakugou's veins as he rushed to Izuku's side. His hands trembled as he reached out, feeling the coldness of the floor against his fingertips. With a swift motion, he gently turned Izuku over, his heart sinking as he took in the pale complexion and the sweat-drenched forehead.

Fueled by adrenaline, Bakugou scooped Izuku into his arms, cradling him close to his chest. He carried him swiftly to the couch, laying him down gently and examining him with worried eyes. Izuku's breathing was shallow, and his feverish skin burned beneath Bakugou's touch.

Without hesitation, Bakugou reached for his phone, dialing the number of their trusted doctor. The urgency in his voice conveyed the gravity of the situation as he pleaded for immediate assistance. The minutes stretched into an eternity as they awaited help, Bakugou never leaving Izuku's side, his heart aching with the fear of the unknown.

Finally, the doctor arrived, bringing with them a sense of hope amidst the anguish. Their expertise and care became a lifeline as they examined Izuku, their hands gentle yet resolute. The diagnosis came with a heavy blow: a severe case of influenza, exacerbated by exhaustion and exposure to the rain.

Days turned into weeks as Izuku battled against the relentless grip of the influenza that had taken hold of his body. The once vibrant and energetic hero now lay confined to their home, weakened and drained. Bakugou became his unwavering pillar of support, never leaving his side, attending to his every need with unwavering devotion.