Fragments of a Lost Memory

Fragments of a Lost Memory - One-shot

Katsuki Bakugo woke up in a small, dingy room with no recollection of his past. He was a young man struggling to make ends meet in a world that felt unfamiliar. As he searched for clues about his identity, he realized he was poor and desperately needed money to survive. He had no idea what had happened to him or how he had ended up in this situation, but he was determined to find a way out.

One day, as Katsuki wandered the streets, he stumbled upon a luxurious mansion. Little did he know that the owner, Izuku Midoriya, was his childhood friend. Izuku was now a wealthy young man, but he was also suffering from a terminal illness that left him weak. Izuku's presence triggered vague memories, a fleeting sense of familiarity, and a desperate hope for salvation.

Katsuki approached Izuku, who didn't recognize him at first. The desperation for money consumed Katsuki, and he decided to take advantage of their past connection. He created a plan to make Izuku fall in love with him, hoping that Izuku would provide him with the financial support he so desperately needed. Izuku, yearning for love and companionship in his final days, welcomed Katsuki without knowing that his one's best friend now had ulterior motives.

As the story unfolds, a subplot emerges where Katsuki's genuine affection for Izuku begins to resurface amidst his ulterior motives. This subplot explores the complexities of their relationship and adds depth to their interactions.

During a cooking session, memories of their shared past flood Katsuki's mind. He starts to remember how they used to cook together, sharing laughs and creating delicious meals. As they prepare the meal, Katsuki's facade begins to crack, and he finds himself genuinely enjoying the experience. He genuinely cares about Izuku's well-being, ensuring that he eats healthily and taking note of his dietary restrictions due to his illness. Katsuki's heart softens, and his actions become driven by a mix of self-interest and genuine concern for Izuku's happiness.

In a tender conversation, Katsuki confesses his lingering affection for Izuku, momentarily losing himself in their shared desires. However, his greed and ulterior motives quickly resurface, causing him to distance himself, fearing the implications of his growing affection and the potential distraction from his pursuit of financial gain.

As Katsuki witnesses the extent of Izuku's wealth, greed consumes him entirely. His desire for money overshadows any genuine emotions he may have once had, making his heart cold and calculating. The line between his role and reality blurs.

Driven by his insatiable greed, Katsuki devises a wicked plan to take everything from Izuku, intending to erase their shared past. However, as he prepares to execute his scheme, Izuku pleads with him to stop—not out of fear for his own life, but out of concern for Katsuki's future.

Witnessing Izuku's acceptance of his fate and deciding against taking his life, Katsuki's desperation to save him surges forth, overpowering his previous intentions. Determined to protect Izuku, he lunges forward, reaching out desperately. But at that moment, their lives collide tragically.

In those fleeting moments, the weight of his actions crashes down upon Katsuki like a torrential storm. He realizes the extent of his betrayal, the magnitude of the pain he has caused his once cherished friend.

Regret surges through every fiber of his being, intertwining with the profound sense of loss and despair. The realization of what he has done, the irreparable damage he has inflicted upon their bond, shatters his heart into a thousand irretrievable pieces.

As they hurtle toward the ground, Katsuki's anguish transforms into a haunting reflection of his own flaws and the emptiness that lurks beneath his pursuit of wealth. The desperation that has driven him to commit such heinous acts now feels hollow and meaningless. At that moment, he yearns for a chance to turn back time, to undo the irreversible, but it is a wish that can never be granted.

As the ground approaches, reality strikes with brutal clarity. The lifeless body of Izuku, once a source of hope and love, serves as a stark reminder of the irreversible consequences of his actions. Katsuki's anguished cries echo in the abyss of his shattered soul, consumed by the unbearable weight of his mistakes.

It is in that tragic descent, as his heart shatters alongside Izuku's lifeless form, that Katsuki's realization blossoms into a profound understanding. The true nature of his desires becomes clear—money and wealth can never fill the void left by the loss of a cherished connection. In that moment of despair, he vows to carry the burden of his guilt, forever haunted by the choices that have torn them apart.

As he collapses to his knees, broken and defeated, Katsuki's anguished cries echo into the abyss, a testament to the depth of his remorse and a promise to never let his actions define him again. From the ruins of his misguided pursuit, he vows to rebuild, seek redemption, and cherish the value of genuine love and connection that he had lost in his quest for riches.