MIDORIYA
"No…." I gasp. I stare not believing he is serious. His face doesn't change at all. I manage to find my voice. "Why….why would you ask me that!"
"Son, this grown man asked to keep you for two days," he replies. "Your mother and I could see you wanted to be with him. You needed to stay somewhere you felt safe, so we allowed it. We agreed to ask you a few questions when you returned." My heart is pounding because it seems like they think Todoroki is a pedophile and he isn't.
"He didn't," I reply. "He's is very professional." Dad folds his arms humming.
"Do you have a crush on him?" asked dad studying me. I begin to blush as I fidget. "Ahhh…..so that is what this is. You got a crush on the number two hero and your teacher. Adorable." No, not adorable. Mid as well tell dad what is on my mind.
"Dad…..if….if Todoroki was willing to date me would you be okay with that?" I ask. Dad drops his arms getting serious.
"What you trying to say Izuku?" he asked walking closer to me. I swallow hard trying to think of what to say. I can't say too much, but I have to say something. It must be just right.
"I want to date him dad," I reply deciding to be upfront. "I'm 18….."
"He is 26 years old!" he yells cutting me off. He glances at the door dropping his voice. He turns his attention back at me. I can tell he is wondering where this is coming from. "I know he saved you and these feelings could be misplaced….."
"No," I reply wanting to be firm. "It's not misplaced….I love him dad. I mean I really do. I want to go out with him." Dad is just staring at me.
"Do you realize how crazy you sound?" he asks. "He is your teacher! He is 8 years older than you!"
"Yes, but I am 18," I defend. "I can date him if I want!" Okay I could have responded more maturely but he isn't listening to me.
"Not while he is your teacher," says dad folding his arms.
"Exactly dad," I sigh. "Todoroki is willing to date me, but he wants you and mom's approval." Dad smacks his forehead.
"Is he attracted to you?" asked dad. Damnit. "Unbelievable."
"He likes me for who I am dad," I reply. I need him to understand.
"So do people your age," he points out.
"This is different!" I exclaim. "No, this is not just him saving my life we have a bond, a real bond dad. I want to be with him but….."
"But what?" he asked. "I can't believe you are even asking me this." He looks so disappointed and disgusted.
"I am asking you because I care about him, but I respect my parents," I reply. "Please try and understand."
"You are my child, and my job is to protect you," he replies.
"At least speak with mom about this," I reply. "No one has to know I'm going out with him." Dad looks so mad now.
"This conversation is over," he replies. "I'm sorry you are going through a hard time but attaching yourself to this grown ass man is not the answer." Dad must be pissed if he is cussing at me, well not at me but cussing in general. I feel my eyes get watery. Dad walks out of my room. "Who's ready to eat!" he exclaims as if wasn't just upset. I hear my mom giggle. I don't even feel like going out there now. I quickly wipe my eyes before I walk out sitting down at the table. "Todoroki why don't you sit down next to me." Dad pulls out a chair for Todoroki to sit next to him. I am even more agitated because I wanted to sit next to him. I can see that mom sat everything on the table making it look like we are at a fancy restaurant.
"This meal looks wonderful," says Todoroki. "I could save a lot of money if I learned to make sushi."
"I'm so glad my husband can," smiles mom sitting down beside me. "He is better at it than me."
"You will get there," smiles dad as they sit down. Dad says a quick prayer before we begin to dig in.
"Todoroki how are things at U.A. for you?" asked mom. "I know it must be hard with your business and still being a hero." Todoroki nods.
"I have no free time," he replies. "I don't mind it though." Mom smiles clearly impressed.
"What do you do in your spare time?" she asked.
"I'm learning to cook recently," he explains. "Otherwise I like to relax with a glass of wine and do some reading."
"Oh!" squeals mom. "I love a good glass of wine from time to time. Cooking is my thing. I'm sure Izuku told you all about that."
"He did," replies Todoroki. I can tell he is suppressing a smile.
"So are you close to all of your students?" asks dad. I gave him this look because I can't believe he is asking Todoroki that.
"To be honest, no," says Todoroki. "I view all of my students equally though. Midoriya is special." I try not to blush. There is nothing special about me. I was quirkless, and just a below average everyday kid.
"I'm so glad someone else can see how special he is," says mom.
"Inko," says dad giving her a look. She can tell something is up.
"Would you excuse us for a minute," she replies. "Please keep eating." Mom gets up following dad into the bedroom.
"You told him," says Todoroki glaring at me. I shift nervously.
"Not everything…" I reply. "I mean how did you know?"
"Your dad is not good at putting on a poker face," he replies. "What did you say?"
"My dad was suggesting you might be a pedophile," I explain. "I know you aren't anything like that. He thought I was trying to attach myself to you because of what happened. I told him I love you." Todoroki looks down sighing. "What?"
"You told him you love me?" he asked glancing back at me. "How do you plan to explain that. As far as they were concerned, we met when school started."
"I know but….."
"Izuku," calls mom. "Can you come here for a moment." Todoroki folds his arms.
"I don't see this going well," he replies. "I won't eat until you get back." I get up from the table walking into my parents' room. I can see mom pacing back and forth a little.
"Yes," I say slowly as I close the doors.
"You want to date Todoroki?" she asks. I nod my head yes.
"Izuku, honey," she says walking up to me. "He's so much older than you, you barely know him."
"I do know him," I reply. "I met him at beginning of the summer. I didn't think I would like him."
"What are you saying?" asked dad confused.
"I met him at the coffee shop," I explained. Somewhat true. "He helped me train. I got to know him a little. I care about him because I know him. This isn't some crush to me."
"He is still your teacher," says mom. "He could get in a lot of trouble."
"Inko, please tell me you are not entertaining this?" asked dad.
"Todoroki cares about our son," she replies. "I can tell he wants nothing but the best for him. He has also not made a move on our son." Nothing that they know of. I'm glad they don't know. I don't want them to. Especially now. "If this doesn't put Todoroki our Izuku in any danger why not. Todoroki seems to make him happy."
"Honey, I'm not sure about this….." says dad. "He is so young and this relationship sounds so serious….."
"Let's give it a shot," says mom putting her hands on her hips. "Love comes in all shapes, sizes and age. We see anything we don't like they end the relationship." I like this idea because I know we won't do anything wrong. I am also 18 years old and I know my parents really can't stop me. The only reason I want their approval is because Todoroki asked me to. I usually tell my parents everything, but I didn't want to tell them about this until after I graduated. It would have been an easy pill to swallow by then. Dad reluctantly nods. I can't help it as I begin to smile. I throw my arms around mom.
"Thank you," I say softly. "Thank you, thank you, thank you." I need Todoroki by my side more than ever. I need him as much as I need All Might or my parents. Mom begins to rub my back.
"Is it true Todoroki wanted our approval first?" she asks. "Your father mentioned that." I smile.
"He did," I reply. "He wouldn't date me if he knew you didn't approve." Mom begins to smile turning to dad.
"He respects how we raise Izuku," she tells him. "I consider this very honorable." Mom turns back to me smiling. "Please be careful honey."
"I will," I reply hugging her again.
"Let's get back out there," she replies. We all walk out of the room taking our seats. Todoroki glances at me and I can't hide my smile. He suppresses his going back to eating. My parents start asking him questions about the dojo and his work. They tried to ask about his childhood, but he shut down about it. I know about his mom but not much else. "Izuku, can you take care of the dishes while we talk to Todoroki."
"Is he leaving?" I ask almost panicking. "I want to talk to him before he leaves."
"I will grab you before he leaves," says mom placing a hand on my shoulder. "Todoroki this way please." Mom leaves my side guiding Todoroki with my dad close behind. I clear the table still nervous for my parents to be alone with Todoroki. I don't know what they are going to say to him and what he could say to them. Todoroki is smart so I know he won't give much away.
I focus on washing the dishes wondering if I handled this all wrong. Maybe just maybe I should have just allowed Todoroki to be my teacher and mentor. I stare at the bowl I'm currently washing as my mind is whirling with thoughts. I know there is no way I could just be a student to Todoroki. Makes me wonder did I love Shinsou? The love I feel for Todoroki is almost scary. I finish washing the dishes as my mom comes back into the kitchen.
"Todoroki is about to leave," she says.
"Okay," I reply softly. "I will finish up after I say goodbye."
"Don't worry about it, sweetie," says mom before kissing my cheek. I smile glad that is treating me the same. Mom seems supportive of my decision so far. I walk into the hall to see Todoroki is talking to my dad.
"Take care Todoroki," he says. "I'm sure we will be seeing you around." Dad goes to join mom in the kitchen. I look after my father before turning back to Todoroki. He appears to be okay. I walk closer to him.
"Hey…." I say.
"Hi," he says tilting his head. He reaches out grabbing my hand. "Your parents love you."
"I know," I reply. Todoroki chuckles.
"Do you really?" he asks. "Your dad doesn't want me seeing you. Your mom is on the fence about it but can see that I make you happy." I nod because that is so my parents. Todoroki brings his hand to my face gently cupping it. "I'm going to be busy but don't hesitate to call or text me okay." I nod staring at him. I can tell he wants to kiss me, maybe more. As I gaze at him, I don't get a flashback of Toga. The feelings I always try to suppress seem to be coming to surface.
"Shouto….." I whimper feeling slight arousal swarm inside me. Todoroki closes his eyes.
"Keep it together Izuku…" he says before opening his eyes. "I will see you in school on Tuesday." I lunge forward wrapping my arms around Todoroki.
"Thank you," I say softly. "Thank you for everything you do." Todoroki kisses the top of my curly green hair. Todoroki pulls away from me walking quickly out the door. I tangle my hands together wishing I could go with him. I lock the door walking back into the kitchen. Mom turns to face me.
"Are you okay?" she asks. I don't like how I feel right now.
"I don't know," I say honestly. "Did you need some help?"
"You can go rest," smiles mom. "You have a long day tomorrow." I give my mom a hug before heading to my room. Dad has disappeared into the room probably getting ready for work. I sigh because I know my friends are going to have a ton of questions and I have no idea what to tell them.