TodoMomo: After the Rainfall

Under the Rainfall: Tunnel of Love (Episode 7)

Under the Rainfall: Episode 7

"Tunnel of Love"

As Momo and Shoto descend deeper into the tunnel, the sunlight coming in from the entrance begins to fade away. Eventually, the boat makes it to one long river with very minimal lighting to fit the mood.

Shoto is looking around and observing the romantic scenery, as he has never seen anything like this before. On the other hand, Momo's heart is pounding straight out of her chest.

The two remain silent for a few minutes before either speak up. The two make quick glances towards one another, but immediately look away once their eyes meet.

Noticing the baggage, Momo finally decides to speak up. She shyly tugs on Shoto's hoodie, causing him to unocnsciously retract.

Momo: S-So...

Shoto: Momo, I'm nervous...

Momo: Wh-What do you mean?

Shoto: I don't know why I'm feeling this way. Whenever I'm around you, I just can't seem to stop smiling. It reminds me of when I used to watch heroes on TV with my mother. How are you making me feel like this...?

Momo: I-I really don't know, Shoto... When you said you had a crush on me, I didn't know what to do either...

Shoto: M-Momo... Is this love?

Momo's heart skips a beat at Shoto's direct question.

Shoto: I haven't the slightest idea how to explain it. I love all of my classmates.
I love Midoriya, Iida, Uraraka, Kirishima, Kaminari, Tokoyami, Asui, even Bakugo to an extent, b-but why does it feel different when it's with you?

Momo: I love our classmates too, Shoto, but...

Momo places her hand on Shoto's. The two gaze into each other's eyes, still smiling in each other's company.

Momo: I think I feel the same way about you.

Shoto: I... I don't know what to say, really...

Momo: *Gulp* Well... first of all, what did you want to tell me while we were in the line before the ride?

Shoto: O-Oh... that? It's nothing...

Momo: A-Are you sure? As long as it isn't pushing any boundaries, I'd want to do it with you.

Shoto: You... want to?

Momo: Y-Yes, I do... We're on a date, and we're alone, so I don't see why not.

Shoto shyly stares off in a different direction, and begins to blush further, only intriguing Momo even further.

Shoto: Do... you... *Mumble*

Momo: Sh-Shoto? I couldn't really hear you.

Shoto looks down in a flustered manner, twiddling with his fingers.

Momo: It's okay if you're still feeling sick. We can just enjoy the ride until it's over — y-yeah.

Shoto: Momo... I want to hold hands with you.

Momo: *Blush* Wh-What? That's what this is all about? I thought you meant... something else...

Shoto: I'm so sorry — I made you angry; I shouldn't have said anything...

Momo: N-No, I'm not angry. I just mean that you could've held my hand if you really wanted to.

Shoto: I didn't want to make you feel awkward, and I didn't want to slow you down if I ever held your hand. Honestly, I sometimes take quick glances at you everyday in class.

Momo: Y-You aren't... looking at my body are you?

Shoto: Just your hands, and your face occasionally, that's it I swear. O-Oh no... I'm a pervert... — Yaoyorozu, I'm so sorry, I don't deserve to be with you, I should just leave when we're-

Momo grabs Shoto's hand, causing him to instantly go red.

Momo: Don't put yourself down like that... As long as you aren't thinking about my body in a dirty way, It's honestly really flattering... Growing up, my body developed faster than most girls my age.

My friends in middle school always made fun of me for it, and I kept receiving dirty looks and gross messages from many boys in my school. I grew to hate my body, and how it affected my social life.

O-One night, I was walking home late from school. I eventually got lost on my way, a-and a few of my seniors saw me, a-and they... and they-

Momo doesn't finish her sentence. She begins to water up. Shoto notices this, and he wraps his arm around her to comfort her.

Shoto: Momo, you don't have to tell me any more. I am so sorry for what you had to go through, and I just want you to know, that you aren't just a pretty face.

You've always been kind to me and all of your friends. You're the smartest person I know, and I love having you as a seatmate. Your body doesn't define you. Your personality is what initially attracted me to you anyway.

Momo sobs into Shoto's chest. Shoto comforts her by carressing her shoulder as she lets out all of her emotions.

Shoto: You're amazing, Momo. If I ever meet those boys, or anyone who would ever dare make you cry, no pro hero will be able to save them from what I'll do to them. Don't ever forget that.

Momo holds Shoto's hand tighter. She sits up and rests her head on Shoto's shoulder, and Shoto does the same, placing his head on hers. Shoto wraps his arm around her, continuing to caress her.

Shoto uses his thumb to wipe the tears off of Momo's face, causing her to giggle softly.

Shoto: You have such a cute laugh...

Momo: Ahahaha... Oh, stop it, you've already won me over...

Shoto: I'm not even using my quirk, and my head feels so hot.

Momo: Maybe this'll help.

Momo raises her head, and faces Shoto. She inches closer, and quickly kisses Shoto on the cheek.

Momo: *Smooch* Chu~

Shoto: *Intense Blush* M-Momo! That just made it even worse...

Momo: Ahahahahaha — You're so cute when you're flustered, Shoto!

Shoto quickly uses his left hand and places it on his forehead, using his ice-half to cool down his head.

Momo: You're so silly, but... I think that's what I love the most about you.

Momo smiles and rests her head on Shoto's shoulder once again. The boat ride continues, as the two continue smiling in each other's company...