By the end of the trip, the girls had bonded greatly with the shy green-eyed girl.

"Are you sure we can't walk you to the station?" Momo asked.

Kahoko waved her hands. "I appreciate it but I kinda need a little to clear my head before getting on a big busy train." She added, turning down the corner towards the train station. "I'll see you girls on Monday. Thank you for everything."

"Take care and let us know when you get home." Kyoka called.

"Will do!"

She walked towards the ticket barriers when she spotted a distinctive dual haired boy coming through from the opposite way. "Todoroki!" She called out.

The boy looked up. "Sano?" Wow! So, this is what she looks like when she goes out?

She waited for him to come through the barrier and approached him. "Hey." She smiled, then remembered about the day before. "I'm sorry about yesterday, I didn't want to worry you."

He returned her smile. "No worries. It's only natural that seeing my dad would make you feel uncomfortable." He found it hard to keep his eyes off her.

"Yeah, well, like I said, I have nothing against him personally. Seeing him just brought back bad things to my head." She added, looking to the ground.

"Been to the mall?" Shoto asked, changing the subject.

"Yeah, with Momo, Kyoka and Ochaco." She grinned. "I actually had a lot fun."

"Well, that's good. I'm glad they're making you feel comfortable." He looked at his watch.

"Do you need to be somewhere?" She asked. "I don't mean to hold you up."

"It's fine, I'm just going to hospital. I was just checking if I had time for visiting."

"By all means, get going. I'll see you at school." She gave him a brilliant smile. "Say hi to your mom for me."

"Say hi to her yourself."

She frowned.

"Come with me?"

She flushed. "What? I mean, she doesn't know me, and I'm sure I'd be intruding and a bother."

He laughed. "Seriously. I'm the only one who visits, I'm sure she'll be glad of a pretty face like yours showing up to brighten up her day."

Kahoko thought for a moment, feeling her cheeks burn because of the 'pretty' comment. "Um... okay. Sure, it can't hurt." She added.

"C'mon then." He smiled at her.

She nodded and followed him.

They got to the hospital and went to the desk to check in.

"Only family can visit, I'm afraid." The nurse said, giving Kahoko a pointed glance.

Shoto thought quickly. He put his arm around Kahoko's shoulders and pulled her close. "She's my girlfriend, I've brought her to meet my mother, surely you can't have anything against that?" Jeez, does she have to smell nice too?

The nurse looked surprised. "Girlfriend?" She looked to Kahoko.

Kahoko gave a nod. "Yes, ma'am."

The nurse sighed. "I guess so, go ahead."

"Thank you, ma'am." He bowed and lead Kahoko along the corridors. He looked down to see her cheeks glowing bright red. He quickly dropped his arm. "Sorry! It was the only thing I could think of." He whispered.

Kahoko shook her head. "It's fine."

He exhaled and stopped at a door. "She's in here." He said.

She frowned. "Are you alright?" His heart is pounding!

He chuckled. "Maybe I'm nervous... but surely your hearing could pick up that." He ran his hand through his hair. "I've never introduced a friend to my parents... never mind a girl."

"I mean, I could go if you changed your mind." She stepped back.

He caught her hand. "No! I mean, please, I want her to meet you." He gave her hand a squeeze.

She pulled down her scarf. "Alright, go in then, I'll follow." She urged.

He stared at her a little. Damn, she's beautiful! He swallowed before pushing the door open.

They walked in and a middle-aged woman was sat on her chair next to her hospital bed.

"Mom, I've brought a friend with me today, is that alright with you?"

His mother looked up and over his shoulder to see Kahoko half hidden behind him. "Oh, my!"

Kahoko flinched. "Um, good evening ma'am, my name is Kahoko Sano." She gave a bow.

Shoto's mom smiled. "How beautiful! Please sit, both of you."

Shoto sat on the bed. "How are you today?"

"I'm feeling good today. So, Shoto, is this your girlfriend?" She asked.

Kahoko had just sat down beside him. She felt her face heat up again.

"Oh, no mom... we've recently just gotten to know each other." Shoto replied.

"Oh! Well it's nice to see you socialising a lot more now, Shoto." His mom petted his head. She looked to Kahoko. "Well, you are a pretty one. I bet you receive a lot of attention, eh?"

"Um, not really." She averted her gaze.

Shoto snorted. You really don't look around you, Sano.

"You look awfully familiar though. Your name rings a bell too. I can't put my finger on where I've seen you before." His mom looked thoughtful.

The two teens shared a look.

"Um... I'm thirsty. Don't mean to be rude, but I'm gonna get an iced tea from the vending machine on the corridor. Do you two want anything?" She asked.

"Oh, I'll have the same dear, thank you." Mrs Todoroki smiled softly.

"Um, iced coffee if they have any?" Shoto knew what was probably going through her mind, and that she must have wanted to hide her feelings to not distress his mother.

"Orders coming up." She smiled and walked out.

Shoto sighed. "Sorry, she really didn't mean to seem rude."

Mrs Todoroki smiled. "Don't worry... I remember where I've seen her face now. She's the sister of the boy who died last year when your dad fought the Nomu." She sighed.

"She doesn't blame dad though. I mean, she saw him yesterday and it brought back memories, but that's all. She really is amazing."

"Well, she definitely gets my seal of approval."

He blinked. "What?"

"You like her."

"No... not like that."

"You can't lie to me, Shoto."

He rolled his eyes. "We're not like that. Besides I think she likes someone else."

She frowned.

"I think she likes another guy in my class."

She sighed softly. "Well... he'll win if you don't make your feelings known."

He stared at his hands. "I mean, yeah she's pretty, but I don't even know her that well. She and this other guy seem to have had an instant connection... I can't even think of competing with that even if I wanted to."

"She seems to be fond of you. Even if you don't feel like that towards her right now, you've earned a good friend. Look after her."

"I plan to."

"I'm back!"

Shoto jumped. He was so glad that the walls were soundproof against any hearing related quirks, for obvious patient confidentiality purposes.

Kahoko frowned, hearing Shoto's heart racing. "Are you okay?" She asked him, placing the iced coffee against his warm cheek.

He looked up and met her concerned, emerald eyes. "I'm fine."

She sighed and sat down again.

"So, Miss Sano..."

"Please, call me Kahoko, Ma'am." Kahoko smiled.

Mrs Todoroki returned her smile. "Kahoko, what's your quirk? Must be an impressive one to be in UA."

Kahoko looked down. "I can make people tell the truth."

Mrs Todoroki's eyes widened. "Oh, that is a valuable skill. You'll surely be a great asset to the police at the very least."

Kahoko nodded. "That's where I aim to be." I'm sure glad she didn't ask me how I do it. I think I like this woman.

"So, where's Natsume whilst you're here?" Shoto asked her.

"He's with Hitoshi, it's great that we both came home this weekend, he lives on the same block as me." She added.

"You really have known each other forever." He smiled softly.

She nodded. "Yeah, he's like a brother to me."

Mrs Todoroki watched as the two talked. "Who is this Hitoshi?"

Kahoko met her gaze. "He's my childhood friend. He's in the same class as me at school. I'm on the General Education course."

"It's nice to have someone to enter a new school with." She stated.

Kahoko nodded. "Yeah, it was a relief, especially since my brother..." She trailed off, as if forgetting where she was.

"It's alright, dear. I know."

"Are you alright, Sano?" Shoto looked at her with concern.

Kahoko met his gaze and gave a big smile. "Quit over worrying." She reached out unconsciously and ruffled his dual coloured locks. "I'm okay." She froze, realising what she was doing. She retracted her hand quickly. "Sorry, I dunno why I did that."

Shoto was blushing roses, the front of his hair a white and red mess, totally different to his uniform even parting of colours. "It's fine. I know, you have a brother, must have come naturally." He gave a chuckle, trying to laugh it off. That felt so good!

Mrs Todoroki couldn't hold back. She began laughing uncontrollably. "Kids these days." She cried.

The two teens looked at each other, faces still flushed a little.

Shoto leaned closer. "I think I'm glad that I brought you." He whispered, knowing she'd be able to hear it.

Kahoko grinned. "I'm glad that I came."

Later, the two got sent out as visiting hours were over.

They walked into the station and waited for their train.

"Thank you for coming." Shoto said, handing her a drink he'd gotten from the station shop.

"Thanks for inviting me, I really like your mom." She sat down on the bench.

He sat next to her. "She's great. I think you brightened up her whole day. It was probably nice to have a female there for her to talk to."

A breeze swept through the platform area, making Kahoko shudder. She looked to Shoto who seemed none of the wiser, sipping his drink. Red side... hot. Right? She scooted over and put her arm gingerly though his and leaned against him. Aah nice and toasty... She blushed. It's okay for me to do this with a friend right? He won't think I'm weird?

Shoto looked at her. She's freezing! But damn she's being so adorable right now. He smiled. "Cold?"

She nodded, giving another shudder. "Sorry."

"I don't mind. At least my left side comes in useful."

She frowned.

"Do you want my jacket?" He asked.

She shook her head. "I'm alright here, if you're fine with it."

He chuckled. "Having a cute girl cling to my arm? Yeah, I'm completely fine." Since when have I been so bold?!

She blushed and hid her face in his arm. I don't understand this feeling one bit.

"Train!" Shoto announced a few minutes later, regretting it a little because Kahoko jumped away from his arm.

They found two seats beside each other.

Kahoko checked her watch. "It's getting late, I didn't realise. I best call Hitoshi, see if Natsu is okay." She mumbled.

"Go ahead."

Hitoshi answered the phone after three rings. "Kaho, where are you?"

"Hey, sorry. I ran into Todoroki and got side tracked. How's Natsu?"

"He's asleep right now, he can stay here if you want."

"Sure, I'm sure that'll be okay. Again, I am so sorry, I dunno where the time went."

"It's alright Kaho, I know you had time with friends and you needed it. You know you can rely on me anytime with Natsu."

"Yeah, you're the greatest. Thank you."

"I'm going to head to bed soon, so I'll see you tomorrow, mom's cooking you lunch."

"Alright, good night, Hitoshi."

"Good night, Kaho." He hung up.

Kahoko gave a relieved sigh.

"All good?" Shoto asked.

She nodded. "Natsu is asleep."

"Shinso is a better guy than I gave him credit for." Shoto remarked, looking out of the window.

"Wow... Bakugo doesn't let up."

Shoto's eyes snapped to her. "Bakugo?"

She nodded. "He managed to pry my number from Momo last night to call me. Now he won't stop texting."

Shoto frowned. "He has your number?"

She met his gaze. She saw a flicker of something in his eyes. "Todoroki... are you jealous?" She gave a smirk.

He felt his heart jump. She smirked... at me... and it was... jeez! "Maybe." He managed to say before turning away again.

I've never seen him this embarrassed before. It's kinda cute. She raised a brow before reaching into his chest pocket and pulling out his phone. "Here." She quickly typed in her number and took an ID photo before putting it back into the pocket. "Better?"

He gave a nod, still looking away from her, trying to conceal his blushing cheeks. Really... what has gotten into me?

"We're here." She said, standing up.

He followed her out of the station. "Do you live far?"

She shook her head. "I can walk it. You?"

"I can walk you." He said. He reached out and took one of her bags. "I can help carry this load."

She laughed. "Thank you."

They got to a fork in the road.

"I'll be fine here, I just live down the street." Kahoko smiled. "I'll see you at school." She took her bags from him.

He nodded. "Yeah, or on the train back?"

"Shoot me a text when you're setting off and we'll see about that." She winked. She waved before heading down the road towards her house.

Shoto stood for a moment, staring after her. She really is something.

Kahoko walked in and locked the door behind her. "Sorta wish that I didn't agree to letting Natsu stay at Hitoshi's... the house seems spooky when I'm alone." She sighed.

Her phone gave a buzz.

Are you home safely? - Todoroki

She giggled to herself and typed a reply. Yes, quit worrying.

I can't help it. - Todoroki

She sat down on the couch. Are you at home yet?

Yeah, unfortunately. I kinda wish I was still with you. Shoto was sat in his kitchen eating leftovers of the dinner that his older sister had made. He sighed hitting send. At least with Sano I get an enjoyable conversation. "She looked so pretty today." He mused.

"Who?"

Shoto jumped and looked around to see his older brother, Natsuo, walking in from work. "Um..."

"A girl from school?" Natsuo wiggled his brows, a smirk spreading across his lips. He took a peak over Shoto's shoulder at the caller ID photo. "Wow, she is pretty."

Shoto glared up at him.

"Don't worry, I won't plot to steal your princess." His brother laughed.

Shoto's phone binged again. He looked at the message.

Me too. Is it weird that I was kinda wanting to ask you to stay here? - Sano

He stared at the words. She what?! Another bing signalled another message.

Damn it, that sounded perverted... I meant sleep on the couch or something, so I wasn't home alone tonight. - Sano

He had stopped eating.

Natsuo watched him turn from cool to red in under ten seconds. "Wow... you have it bad."

Shoto scowled. "It's not like that!" Why does everyone jump to that conclusion?!

"You're blushing like a girl."

"I'm not."

"Well, if you don't like her... you're an idiot because she's freaking adorable."

Shoto got up and grabbed his bag.

"Where are you going?"

"Out. Don't wait up for me." At that he slammed the door shut.