Under Pressure

Chapter Four: Humble Abode

"This is your house?"

"A little extreme, isn't it?" I laugh nervously as we stand in front of the enormous mansion, "I've never really had anyone over before so I'm not used to people's reactions to it just yet."

"Well I knew your family owned an agency, but wow," he gapes, holding onto the straps of his bag tightly.

I smile a little and grab his hand, pulling him along, "Well come on, we haven't got all day, Deku. I'm sure Ataku is wondering where I am already."

I open the front door and walk into the large and spacious foyer. Once Deku walks in, I shut the door behind us and take off my shoes. Turning to my left, I see Ataku standing patiently with a raised brow.

"Welcome home, (Y/n)," he greets with a smile, gesturing his hand at Deku, "Who is this? Do you have a boyfriend already?"

I look down and see that I'm still holding onto Deku's hand and immediately let go, my face flushing with a deep blush. "Oh no no no, you've got the wrong idea, Ataku," I smile nervously, "This is Deku, he's my friend from school."

"Ah, friend," Ataku smiles, "Well then, welcome Deku."

"Th-Thank you, sir," Deku rambles, bowing quickly. A deep blush is tinting his freckles cheeks as he smiles up at Ataku.

"Anyways, I think Deku and I will just be going to my room. If you need me that's where I'll be, Ataku," I smile before grabbing the boy's arm and pulling him along after me.

"Very well. Oh, and before I forget," Ataku says, causing me to stop in my tracks, "Your mother is coming home early today, she should be here soo-"

"Ah, Ataku! Is (Y/n) home from school yet?" A voice rings out as the front door opens.

I snap my head around to see my mom walking through the front door, pulling off her large sunglasses. She looks at me and smiles before her eyes land on Deku. As soon as they do her eyebrows raise, surprise spreading across her face.

"Oh, who is this?" Mom asks, walking towards us.

"Mom, this is Deku," I answer tentatively, placing my hand lightly on Deku's arm, "He's my friend from school that I was telling you about the other day."

"Y-You told her about me?" Deku whispers, a new blush rising to his cheeks.

"Ah, w-well of course I did, Deku. You have one of the oddest quirks in class, I wanted to talk with someone about it," I smile, "And you're one of my best friends."

"It's nice to finally meet you, Deku," Mom beams, holding her hand out for him to take.

Deku immediately takes it and shake it politely, "Y-You too, Mrs. Ito. Your home is beautiful, and so huge."

"Ah, yes. That would be my Sakami's doing, he likes the finer things in life," she smiles, "Will you be staying for dinner?"

I shake my head, "Oh, no, he was just-"

"If you would like me to then I can, I would be honored to have dinner in your household," Deku answers politely, though I can tell he is insanely nervous.

"Perfect! I'll let the kitchen staff know."

I let out a quiet sigh, "Um, Ataku, could you take Deku up to my room please? I'll be up there in a minute."

I flash a smile and watch as the two of them walk away in the direction of the staircase. Waiting until they're fully out of earshot I turn to Mom, crossing my arms over my chest.

"Are you insane?" I hiss, "You know that Dad is going to freak out when he comes home to see Deku sitting at our dining room table. You heard what he said the other night when he caught us talking about it"