Beyond The Blast (Bkdk)

Uncharged Territory

The morning after their kiss on the rooftop, a strange tension hangs in the air between Midoriya and Bakugo. The memory of their firework-lit embrace sends shivers down Midoriya's spine, a nervous excitement bubbling within him. Bakugo, for once, seems weirdly subdued, his fiery gaze flickering away whenever their eyes meet.

As they walk to class side-by-side, an awkward silence stretches between them. Their classmates eye them with a mix of curiosity and amusement, their newfound partnership and the lingering spark from the previous night a source of endless gossip.Uraraka approaches them, a knowing smile playing on her lips. "So," she teases, "anything interesting happen under those fireworks last night?"
Midoriya flushes a bright crimson, stuttering out a denial.

Bakugo, ever the explosive one, scoffs. "Don't listen to her, Deku. It was nothing."
Despite his gruff exterior, a faint blush creeps across his cheeks, betraying his flustered state. The exchange only fuels the rumors, sending a wave of giggles through their classmates.

Later that day, during training, the weight of their unspoken feelings creates a new kind of tension. Their usual competitive fire seems dampened, replaced by a hesitant self-consciousness. They second-guess their movements, their focus thrown off by the whirlwind of emotions swirling within them.

Seeing their struggle, their teacher, Aizawa, calls them over. "Whatever's going on between you two," he says with a dry tone, "it's clearly affecting your performance. Spit it out." Midoriya and Bakugo exchange a glance, a silent communication passing between them. Finally, Midoriya takes a deep breath.
"We, uh," he stammers, "we might have...feelings for each other."
Aizawa raises an eyebrow, clearly surprised by the revelation.

The rest of the class erupts in a flurry of excited whispers. "Well, that's certainly unexpected," Aizawa deadpans. "But whatever personal distractions you have, learn to deal with them. You're heroes-in-training, not lovebirds."His blunt words bring a blush to both their faces, but they also serve as a much-needed reality check. They may be navigating uncharted territory in their relationship, but their hero training remains a priority.

As they resume their training, a newfound determination sets in their eyes. They channel their nervous energy into their movements, their teamwork becoming even more impressive. They fight not just as rivals or partners, but as something more – a team bound by a connection that transcends competition.

The road ahead won't be easy. They'll have to navigate the complexities of their newfound feelings, the whispers of their classmates, and the lingering shadows of their past rivalry. But as they stand side-by-side, facing the challenges ahead, they know they're not alone. They have each other, and that, for now, is all that matters.