Book 1: Beyond The Blast (Bkdk)

Fractured Trust

The aftermath of Dr. Akari's betrayal hung heavy in the air.  News of the villainous therapist posing as a U.A. counselor spread like wildfire, sending a shiver of fear through the student body.  Izuku and Bakugou, however, found themselves facing a different kind of challenge.
The experience had undeniably strengthened their bond. They understood each other on a deeper level, their connection a constant hum beneath the surface.  Yet, a seed of doubt had been planted.

Izuku couldn't shake the feeling that their synchronized teamwork, their newfound respect for each other, was all a byproduct of Dr. Akari's manipulation.  Was their bond genuine, or a carefully orchestrated illusion? Bakugou, ever the brash one, seemed unfazed.  He scoffed at Izuku's concerns, dismissing them as overthinking.  However, a flicker of uncertainty flickered in his crimson eyes whenever their connection came up in conversation. Now New Threat Emerges...

Their internal conflict was cut short by the arrival of a new threat.  A villain calling themself "Static," rumored to possess a quirk similar to Dr. Akari's emotional manipulation, had launched a series of attacks, throwing cities into chaos.
The hero commission, wary of another potential manipulation attempt, opted to keep Izuku and Bakugou separate during the apprehension.  This decision, fueled by their own internal doubts, left a bitter taste in their mouths.

Despite their separation, the battle against Static unfolded.  Izuku, relying on his analytical skills and unwavering resolve, managed to hold his own.  Bakugou, however, struggled.  Without the constant flow of information and emotions he had grown accustomed to in their connection, his movements were disjointed, his attacks lacking their usual explosive power.

As Static overwhelmed Bakugou, a wave of panic surged through Izuku.  Seeing his rival, the one person he understood at a fundamental level, on the verge of defeat, shook him to his core.  In that moment, all the doubts and questions faded away.  He knew, with absolute certainty, that his connection with Bakugou was real.
With a desperate cry, he activated One For All, channeling every ounce of his energy.  A surge of power echoed through their connection, even from a distance.  Bakugou, sensing the familiar flow of information,  regained his focus.  With renewed strength and precision, he launched a counterattack, effectively apprehending Static.

The victory was bittersweet.  While they had successfully subdued the villain, the internal conflict remained.  Back at U.A., a tense silence filled the room as they faced each other. "See, Deku," Bakugou growled, a hint of defiance in his voice, "we don't need that fancy connection to be heroes."
Izuku, his heart heavy, shook his head.  "Maybe not," he admitted, "but it makes us a better team."  He hesitated, then continued, his voice barely a whisper, "And maybe... just maybe... it's not just about teamwork."  His cheeks burned a bright red.

Bakugou's scowl faltered.  He looked away, his crimson eyes flickering with a previously unseen emotion.  There was a long pause, heavy with unspoken words and burgeoning feelings. Just as it seemed an awkward silence would engulf them, a knock on the door shattered the tension.  Aizawa stood at the entrance, his face uncharacteristically serious.  "Midoriya, Bakugou," he announced, "we have new information about the League of Villains and Dr. Akari.  It's time you heard the truth."

As they followed Aizawa, a flicker of hope ignited within them.  The truth, however uncertain, might finally bridge the gap of doubt and pave the way for a future where their bond transcended the battlefield, a future where childhood rivals could become something more....

Authors note:
I have a question for you guys, do you guys want me to like leave an authors note more often? Honestly, I love doing these, but I don't know if I could be able to keep up with it. But then again, if you want me to put Author's notes more often, I'll do it!