"Oi Angel Face you paying attention?" Huh….blinking quickly I look back at Bakugo's twisted scowl. I guess I zoned out while working on homework. Since our first year I've gotten a little better about studying and even earned a higher ranking in the class. But for some reason I'm having a hard time today.
"Oh sorry Bakugo….guess I zoned out." Rubbing the back of my neck nervously I glance down at the worksheet we've been partnered for. It's pretty basic but I've never really been that great with math. A hand reaches out and thumped my forehead gently.
"Whatever. I'm almost done with it anyways." Anyone else would think he's pissed about me not helping as much but I know better. If anything he's been distracted too since we've been camped out on the couch together for most of the morning. "Do you have plans tonight?"
Tapping my chin with my pencil I mentally scroll through my to-do list. Tomorrow I have patrol with Ryukyu for the majority of the day but that's about it.
"Not really. I have patrols tomorrow so I figured I'd lay around and get homework done."
"Wanna get dinner then?" My brows pinch together, we normally eat dinner together. Since our class lives together we've developed a system of eating together like the chaotic family we are. So how would this be different? Is he talking about going to the school and getting something at the cafeteria?
"You mean the cafeteria?" As soon as the words leave my mouth Bakugo bonks my forehead with the back of his hand. Scooting away from him, I rub at the small spot that was lightly coated with nitroglycerin sweat. Bakugo doesn't seem to like this since he grabs my thigh to pull me back to him. But instead I slide down flush with my back on the couch and he hovers over me. His nose resting against mine as crimson orbs stare into mine. Having him this close, where anyone could see, makes my heart start racing. We've been steering clear of any form of PDA because Bakugo isn't that type. He keeps everything private.
"Not the cafeteria dummy. Me and you, off campus. Alone." The pieces fall into place and a smug smile tugs at my lips.
Poking my forefinger against his chest, I snake my free arm around his neck, "So you want to go on a date with me?"
"Tch. You're going to be the death of me Cheeks. Go get ready and meet me in an hour." A gentle kiss presses against my nose before he pulls back. He's being a little weird today, first he lets me curl up into his side all morning and now this. Seems a few days of not being alone together is starting to catch up with him.
Pushing him off of me, I gather all of my books and start to walk towards the elevator. Bakugo will be hot on my heels but I want to beat him to the elevator, maybe even leave him waiting for the next one. Teasing Bakugo is something that's become one of my favorite hobbies just because it's so easy to do. Even before we were together I'd do it just to make life in the dorms a little interesting.
Like the universe is on my side, just as the elevator doors start to close Bakugo is staring me down. Winking just as they close I hear a tiny explosion rumble. I start laughing and by the time I get to my floor, I notice that Mina is waiting to go down. If I trust my gut, which I do, something tells me that she was just leaving Kirishima's room.
"Oh hey Ochako! Didn't think I'd see you all alone without mister explosdy." My laughter slows as I move out for her to enter. Her brows wiggling at me with an evil intention. Out of all of the students I think Mina and Toru are the worst gossips, even though they aren't really wrong about this. Heat rises to my cheeks as I wave her off. It's best to just let it go instead of diving down the rabbit hole with Mina. Girl talks with her takes hours….and today I just don't have time for that. After all I've got to get ready for my date.
Abort mission, I need help! Fumbling for my phone as my hair brush runs through tangled knots, I manage to text Mina.
Uravity 3:10: My room. Help!
Pinky 3:10: On my way!
How in the world did I think I'd be able to pull this off? I've never been on a date before in my life. And I usually only wear my school clothes and hero costume. Not that I don't own real clothes, I just never have a reason to wear them.
Wincing as the brush falls onto my desk, a large ball of hair resting in the bristles. I'm hopeless.
"Oh Ochako! I'm home. What's the emergency…." Her voice dies down as she takes in the mess that is me at this point. I'm wearing nothing but a matching bra and thong set. Those gold eyes look down and somehow her pink complexion gets even pinker. Looking down at myself I feel my cheeks turn to fire. I forgot that I needed to cover up my thighs since Bakugo likes to leave marks. Even though they're a few days old they still hold a dark red and purple hue.
"You have three seconds to explain before I self explode." She bounces over to me and starts to work on the situation that is my hair. Ever since I let it grow out I don't know exactly what to do with it. Most time it just hangs natural or I throw it up into a messy bun for my workouts.
"I guess I'm going out tonight. With Bakugo. I tried doing my hair but I'm useless. So please instead of enjoying my misery can you help me? Please?"
"Of course I'll help! I never thought this day would come. After all, you and Bakugo have been making heart eyes at each other for over a year now. I mean I thought we were going to have to force you two together. The tension was suffocating."
She's not wrong. If it wasn't for movie night we'd still be "making heart eyes". She motions for me to sit in my chair and I happily oblige. Mina goes to work as I scroll through my outfit choices. Bakugo didn't really mention anything specific besides dinner. I don't want to underdress or overdress, maybe I should text him.
Uravity 3:15 : Where are we going? And what should I wear?
"I need hair ties, bobby-pins and a curling wand." I point to the top drawer of my desk slightly confused as to why she needs to many things. But I have to trust Mina, after all she has an act for hair and makeup. Although I'll pass on the makeup part. Buzzing causes me to jump and I look down at the phone I have clutched tightly in my hands.
Ground Zero 3:17: It's a surprise. Something casual.
Well he's a bunch of help. I try to slouch in the chair but Mina man handles me back up. With nothing to do I squish against my finger pads. Nerves start to bubble in my stomach and my skin crawls with anxiety. I shouldn't be feeling like this at all. After all we've slept together a few times already and confessed. So why am I like this?
"Done. Honestly you need to start hanging out with us girls more. We could teach you a thing or two." My heart pinches. I have been blowing off my friends for a few weeks. And this past week hasn't been much better with everyone asking questions about Bakugo and I. Not that I really mind but it's been exhausting and long.
Jumping from the chair I run to check out what Mina made out of the mess I made. My feet stop directly in front of the sink and a gasp leaves my lips. In the span of 30 minutes Mina was able to curl my hair with a waterfall braid wrapping around the backside.
"You're a lifesaver!" I jump from my spot and envelope her in a huge huge. Not even caring that I'm practically naked. She pats my back softly in an attempt not to mess up her masterpiece.
"Now tell me you have an outfit in mind?" Her brows wiggle at me as I march to my closet. Might as well compliment her work with one of my favorite outfits. Pulling out a long sleeve black sweater, a brown button up corduroy skirt, and a pair of black booties. Mina smiles with approval as I start to dress.
"Who would've thought Lord Explosion Murder would get a girl as great as Uravity?" Her teasing tones makes me laugh. Honestly I never thought we'd be here but I'm so happy we are. The pink haired girl is shuffling around my room as I put on the finishing touches. Clear gloss and just a touch of mascara, nothing over the top. Pulling on my socks I carry my shoes in my left hand as Mina hands me a purse with all of my stuff thrown into it. I'm glad I asked her for help. Grabbing her arm with my empty hand I tug her out of my bedroom and lock the door.
"Who knew Lord Explosion Murder was into girls at all?" It's her turn to laugh as we make our way to the elevator. The butterflies in my stomach haven't calmed, if anything they've gotten worse. My fingers tap against the metal rail as we descend downward. The large number 1 flashes on the screen and I swallow roughly as the doors open. Mina pushes me out causing me to stumble, good thing I caught myself because almost all of my classmates are huddled on the couches again. Bending down I pull on my shoes quickly before moving further into the common room.
"Woah. Looking good Uraraka. Guess you aren't joining us for movie night." Kirishima chuckles across the room as my pink friend runs to plop down beside her boyfriend. His eyes move from my form to something behind me. Curiosity gets the better of me and I turn to look as well.
If looks could kill, I'd be a pile of ash.
Bakugo has on a simple outfit, white T-shirt with black jeans, a red plaid jacket over top complete with tan timberlands. Crimson eyes turn to me, analyzing every inch of me, and I have to keep myself from self combusting. Smiling nervously I move to take a spot by his side, ignoring the cat calls behind us as we exit the dorms. An arm wraps around my waist as we make our way down the path to the school entrance.
"So how do ya feel about dinner and a movie?"
"Sounds good to me."
