Why is Love so Complicated? (Bakudeku)

Chapter 17- Izuku/Finale

Today is the day. I took a deep breath as I held onto Kacchan's hand while we're in front of my house. I'm seriously going to do it. I've rehearsed what I was going to say to them hundreds of times.

If anything, I did this more than I have ever gone on my blind dates. Some were understanding, some were angry, and some just didn't care. But since I didn't go on blind dates with anyone that my parents suggested, I have to meet them face to face to talk to them about it. Only, we're not just going to be talking about the dates, but to tell them how I feel about all of this.

I could feel my heart hammering my chest while trying to calm myself down. Kacchan's grip tightened, making me look at him as he gave me a reassuring smile, "It's going to be alright. Just remember like we practiced."

I nod, "Right. No, of course, you're right. I'm only scared how this will go and what my parents will do. What if they refuse to give me the support that I need to get through college?"

"Then we can look for scholarships. Or better yet, take your brother's promise and he'll be the one to finance you."

I playfully rolled my eyes, "I know my brother, but I don't think he has that kind of money. Unless I find out he joined the mafia or some gang, then that's a different story." I turned my attention back to the house as Kacchan and I walked side by side together. We took the steps from the porch to the door and I raised my hand in a closed fist. I knocked on the door a couple of times and I could hear some clicks.

My mom opened the door and gleamed a smile, "Izuku! It's been a while, I'm so glad you can make it! But, could you tell me why you're bringing Katsuki over here?"

We quickly let go of our hands as I brought my hand over to me, "Uh, he was passing through and wanted to say hello."

She eyes him up and down, "Well, it's nice to see you too. Tell Mitsuki I said hi. Please, come in, Izuku!"

Kacchan had given me a thought about what would happen if he wasn't welcomed inside. Thankfully, he helped me prepare for that. If we ever had this happened, he would wait for me on the porch while I talked to my parents.

I walked inside the house as my mom closed the door behind me. She clasped her hands together, "Okay, your father is a little late at the moment, but he will be here soon."

"Actually... I want to talk to you about something, regarding the blind dates."

She nods as she turns around and walks into the kitchen. I followed her as we went over to the table in the corner and sat across from each other. Mom had her elbows on the table while I had my hands in my lap.

"Okay, what would you like to talk about? And if your dad isn't here yet, I can tell him about what we can do with the blind dates. We're bound to find you—!"

"Mom!" I croaked, I cleared my throat as I sighed. "Mom. I don't want to go on blind dates anymore."

She blinks back in surprise as she tilts her head in confusion. "What do you mean? I thought you'd be grateful that we're putting in thought about finding you a partner?"

I shook my head, "No. I never thought of it as helping. Not to me."

Her voice grew louder, "So, you're being ungrateful?"

"I'm saying that this should be my decision! Mom, I appreciate that you care about me and I know you don't want me to end up alone. But, you never asked how I feel about it. You and dad never wanted to talk to me about it."

Mom scoffs, "Oh, so now what? You want us to leave that decision to you? Izuku, you have no idea what kind of people you may come across when you want to meet new people!"