Hijacked Hero (completed)

Chapter 69

POV Katsuki

It was obvious that his PR advisor wouldn't leave their fresh bond uncommented. "I'm not sure we want to share this development in our relationship with the public just yet. Not until Izu is comfortable with it."

"But that would be perfect!" Katou exclaimed. "The vultures would pounce on it immediately."

"So that means it would help to announce our pair bond?" Katsuki asked skeptically.

Himari thought for a moment. "In the context of a press release or conference, it might seem too deliberate. Maybe in an interview."

Katou intervened. "It would be best if it came out accidentally and a few paparazzi could boast about having discovered the bite. That would make the sensation a lot bigger and the coverage more extensive than a simple announcement."

His PR consultant's face brightened. "Good idea! If Midoriya feels comfortable with it, you could go for a walk holding hands. Beach photos always work too. People love secret beach photos of their stars!"

The beta's eyes took on a slightly crazy gleam and he turned to Himari enthusiastically. "What if, during a fight against a villain, Dynamight's costume broke and you could see the bite that would otherwise be covered by the collar? The speculation about his mate's secret identity would go on for days or even weeks."

The red-haired beta, meanwhile, was grinning just as maniacally. "Ooh, that's good!"

"Isn't it! When they're not in the immediate vicinity of the fighting themselves, the masses love to watch it on TV. When the costume rips, the bite and, in the best-case scenario, some of Dynamight's impressive muscles can be seen - all sweaty and dusty - the press and fans would go crazy and everything that was reported beforehand would be forgotten."

Katsuki's left eye twitched. Himari would explain to this putz right away that this was totally stupid, right?

Instead, the consultant from his agency seemed completely euphoric. "I can already see the headlines: Who has managed to win Dynamight's heart?"

"Exactly, or: Which omega is tough enough that the number one hero let them bite him?"

"Or: Who has claimed the hottest bachelor in Japan?"

The blond hero's mouth fell open. They're serious!!! An indignant growl rose from his throat. "Please tell me you're fucking kidding me right now! We're heroes, not fucking circus horses or wankers!"

Himari didn't look the least bit impressed. "And that's where you're wrong, my dear."

The alpha searched for the right words and couldn't find any that didn't end in a roar.

Mina intervened in the conversation. "They're both right, Kat. Of course we're heroes and our main aim is to protect the general population and keep the country safe, but we also have a lot of fans because we're public figures. You can't tell me that people don't regularly throw themselves at you on patrol. We both know that's not true."

"Maybe so. But that doesn't mean I'm going to go for that shit. I've never been involved with a fan."

Himari's smile scared him. "Maybe you haven't, but I don't want to know how many of your fans have hooked up with you ... during certain hours ... in their fantasies."

Suddenly, a strong feeling of shame filled him, which was not of his own making. Katsuki blinked a few times to focus. His head turned jerkily to his mate. The omega was bright red and had lowered his gaze. "You're not serious, Izu..."

The emotions transmitted from his mate reached new heights. "Your determination in b-battle is qu-quiet attractive, Kacchan."

Katou turned to him happily. "You see, your mate knows what we mean. Besides, you're a fine specimen of an alpha in every aspect. No wonder you top numerous rankings."