Dark Reciprocation (Katsuki Bakugo x OC)(Villain Bakugo)

Chapter 84

Bakugo stands at the head of the table, his expression serious as the group sits around him. The atmosphere is tense but not uncomfortable. Everyone knows this is an important decision that could change everything. Bakugo takes a deep breath, scanning their faces before speaking.

"So, here's the deal," Bakugo begins, his voice steady but with an edge of frustration. "Rio wants us to stay. Work under him. But I need your input on this. Do we stay in Spain and potentially get involved in Rosalia's weird family dynamics, or do we relocate somewhere else where we've got no connections?"

Kirishima glances at the others, rubbing the back of his neck. "Well... Rio and Grandma have been pretty great so far," he admits, glancing at Kaminari and Sero for their thoughts. "Feels like a decent place to lay low for a bit."

"Yeah, but why isn't Rose part of this conversation?" Kaminari asks, his tone light but curious. "It's her family, after all. Shouldn't she get a say?"

Bakugo's eyes narrow, annoyance creeping into his voice. "Because this isn't about her. It's about us—our group," he snaps, his frustration clear. He's torn between wanting to respect her connection to her family and his own desire to remain the leader without being overshadowed by Rio.

Sero, always the practical one, leans forward. "But have you thought about how her family would react if she tried to leave again?" he asks, his tone calm but serious. "They might not just let her go this time. Now that she's back, they probably won't want to lose her again."

Bakugo pauses at Sero's words, his mind racing. "Dammit, he's right." The thought of Rose's family not letting her leave, or worse, becoming a problem for them, stirs something inside him. He's not used to this kind of dilemma—having to think about someone else's family, especially one as complicated as hers.

Bakugo runs a hand through his hair, his frustration growing. He doesn't like being backed into a corner, but Sero's point forces him to reconsider. He's not about to let anyone else dictate how he runs his group, but maybe there's a way to make it work without giving up his control.

Maybe I don't have to give in completely. I could set my own conditions. Rio wants us? Fine. But I'm not playing second to anyone.

He looks up at the group, determination flashing in his eyes. "Alright. I'll talk to Rio again. See if we can work out something that keeps us in charge of our own operations. But we're not getting tangled in his shit unless it benefits us."

Kaminari grins, nudging Kirishima. "That's the Bakugo we know. Always in charge."

Kirishima nods, giving Bakugo a thumbs-up. "We're with you, man. Whatever you decide, we've got your back."

Sero smiles, thoughhis eyes are still cautious. "Just make sure Rio knows we're not his pawns.We're working with him—not for him."