Amethyst. (Katsuki Bakugo x Reader)

PART 7 - A Silent Threat

After the Cavalry Battle, there was a short lunch break. While all the students from the various UA classes tried to find something to eat or rest before the next test, I noticed Shoto grabbing Midoriya to talk to him. Before I could intervene and save Midoriya from my hot-headed brother again, I saw a red feather pass by me – Hawks?

"Sorry, Midoriya," I muttered to myself as I followed the feather.

The feather moved swiftly through the crowd, weaving between students and teachers alike. I kept my distance, not wanting to draw attention, but made sure not to lose sight of it. The feather seemed to know exactly where it was going, leading me through the bustling hallways of UA.

We turned a corner, away from the busy foodstands and towards a quieter part of the school. The noise of the students faded, replaced by the distant hum of ventilation and the soft echoes of our footsteps. The feather continued its journey, leading me down a narrow corridor that was rarely used.

Finally, it guided me to a secluded courtyard, a small hidden gem within the vast school grounds. The area was quiet and empty, the perfect spot for a private conversation. As soon as I stepped into the courtyard, the feather stopped and hovered in the air before gently falling to the ground.

I looked around, my eyes scanning the area for any sign of Hawks. "Where are you?" I whispered, feeling a mix of anticipation and curiosity.

Suddenly, he flew down towards me, grabbing me in his dive. He spun me playfully around, and even though I hated flying, I couldn't help but grin. I was happy to see him. Hawks then put me down gently, his playful grin never leaving his face.

"Right here, Dove." Hawks bowed down – proud of his entrance, his usual playful grin on his face as he got up.

I looked at him, still smiling. "Why did you bring me here?" I asked, curiosity evident in my voice

He sighed, running a hand through his hair. "You've been distracted, Y/N. I've seen you miss attacks from your classmates, not to mention how you didn't even notice me until now. That's not like you at all."

His words hit me hard. I knew I had been struggling with the pressure from my family and adjusting to life at UA, but I hadn't realized it was affecting me this much. "I... I guess I've been preoccupied," I admitted softly.

Hawks stepped closer, his gaze filled with concern. "Listen, Dove, I get it. You've got a lot on your plate, but you can't let it get to you like this, ya know? You've always been sharp, observant. I need you to stay focused, especially now."

I was somehow relieved that Hawks admitted it was him, I had sensed following me the past few weeks when Katsuki and I walked home. On the other hand, I was confused about why Hawks would follow me at all... even when we patrolled together almost every evening, he never followed or brought me home, he always said "You can handle yourself and the poor guy who would dare to pick a fight with you".

"What do you mean? Especially now?" I asked him.

Hawks' expression turned serious, and he glanced around to ensure we were truly alone. "There's something going on, something big. I can't go into details, but I need you to be at your best. If you're distracted, it could put you and everyone else in danger."

I frowned, unsure of what he meant. "Hawks?"

He sighed, his usual playful demeanor replaced by a rare look of concern. "There are things happening in the hero world that you need to be aware of. I can't give you all the details right now, but trust me, it's serious. I need you to be sharp and ready for anything."

Of course, I was confused by Hawks' hints, but I nodded. I knew that further questioning would lead nowhere. He probably had another secret mission and was risking his neck just to warn me. If I trusted anyone, it was him.