Chapter 32

Hotaru's P.o.V

I flopped down onto the couch of the place I was staying. I let out an exasperated sigh as I cracked open a can of soda and chugged it. I had just finished my vocal therapy for the day and I wanted to go back to sleep. The sound of a lock turning and approaching footsteps made me aware of my company.

"Hello, Anzai. How are you?"

I groaned in response. I lolled my head to the side and shut my eyes. It was a bit dramatic but it got my point across.

"Why are you so tired? It was just vocal therapy."

All Might walked into the living room of his decently-sized apartment. Apparently, when he was trying to find places for me to stay, he had his own residence in mind.

In all honesty, All Might had been my saviour. I didn't blame him for anything and I made sure to let him know. Needless to say, I felt I had to thank him constantly. That is exactly what I did. I made sure to help him out as much as I could. Even when it meant unloading bags of various sweet foods...

"I still can't believe you bought so many..." I laughed as I rummaged through the bags All Might had brought home. The blonde man chuckled nervously.

"I was going to get you something but I don't know what kind of food you like. Next time you should come along," he said. I smiled and nodded.

"Sure thing," I said as I opened up a package containing a chocolate-covered strawberry and popped it into my mouth. Suddenly, my phone buzzed. I picked it up and read the name of the caller. I bit my bottom lip before putting the phone back down, leaving it to ring. All Might raised an eyebrow.

"I don't see why you won't call him back," he said. I narrowed my eyes.

"It's just...He never liked her and he told me. I told him that she was all I had but now that she's gone...I just don't want him to worry..." I folded my arms in front of my chest. All Might shook his head.

"You don't want to hear an I told you so, that's what it is," he said. I felt a bead of sweat roll off my brow. Damn...he wasn't wrong...

"I'm scared, that's all." When am I not?

"Understandable, but don't forget that you'll have to dace him eventually. You two are in the same class, after all." All Might smiled. My eyes widened.

"You mean..."

"It's up to you. Principal Nezu said if you still want to go then UA will welcome you."

I ran up to All Might and hugged his tightly. He let out an oof sound as he stumbled back a bit. I couldn't stop smiling. I would be able to attend UA without my mother's rules. I was so happy!

"Now, I have a few more errands to run. Do you want to go see Young Bakugo or not?" All Might asked. I shot him a look before giggling and nodding.

"Come on, then, kid."

All Might proceeded to walk me to Katsuki's apartment complex. He lived a humble life and not having a car seemed to be part of that. He handed me my phone and told me that he'd be back after his errands were completed.

"Got it," I waved before running up the stairs to get to Katsuki's apartment. I waited for All Might to walk off before I knocked.

"Lizard Girl?"

Exactly who I hoped would answer the door.

"I did it...She's gone...I'm free," I threw out all senses of reservation and hugged Katsuki. I might have overdone it a little because I jumped more than I wanted, causing the blonde to stumble

Bakugou's P.o.V

I almost fell on my ass. Lizard Girl had shown up out of nowhere and just jumped on me. I wasn't expecting it but I didn't reject it.

"What the hell are you talking about?" I asked.

"My mom, dumbass. She's in jail for some theft scandal with the church," Lizard Girl said. Her little smile and giddy attitude were so damn cute. Her tail swished behind her excitedly. I couldn't stop myself.

"That's great," I said as I wrapped my arms around her waist and pulled her close to me. Because she's so fucking short, I had to bend down to kiss her. It was worth it, though. I could faintly taste the strawberry and chocolate on her lips. She seemed surprised which only satisfied me more. Her eyes lit up before they closed and she gave in. She dangled her arms over my shoulders as we held on as long as we could.

When I needed to breathe, I backed away. I could see the confusion and the want on her face. I smirked slyly.

"Now what's this about freedom?" I asked. Lizard Girl shook her head, refocusing.

"I-I can't live with her anymore...according to social services," she shook her head, clearing her mind.

"Now I have to live somewhere else. Don't ask where because I'm not saying," she said sternly. I pulled her into the living room and shut the door. The old hag was gone but I knew I only had so much time to say what I wanted to say.

"I'm glad you're okay. Are you still going to UA?" I asked. Lizard Girl nodded. I watched her fidget with the sleeve of her jacket as she sat on my couch. For a split second, her sleeve fell back and I could see a mark on her arm. When she went to cover it up, I grabbed her wrist. I held her arm up and pulled back her sleeve.

"What the fuck is this?!" I shouted. Lizard Girl flinched.

"It was her. Don't worry...Now that s-she's gone-" I shut her up with a hug. She got really quiet. I put one hand on her head to keep her looking down and away from my pissed face. She pressed herself into my chest. I didn't complain.

"Can you quit scaring the shit out of me for one goddamn second?" I sighed. A dry chuckle came from Lizard Girl. She let out a sigh. She mustered up the courage to ask what had been on her mind...After a moment of silence, she spoke.

"Katsuki...what are we?"

Third P.o.V

Bakugou froze, eyebrow raised and back straightened. The question caught him off guard. It even scared the one who asked it. Hotaru's nerves calmed down a bit when Bakugo cupped her face in his hands.

"We're whatever you wanna be," he said. He went in to kiss her but she was quicker. She quickly pecked his lips the retreated, doing so with a smile.

"That's good then," she giggled. Bakugou grinned devilishly, showing off his pointy canine teeth. He put his hands in the dips of Hotaru's frame and pulled back. Now, he was pressed up against the couch as Hotaru laid on top of him. She had turned pink and was clearly surprised by the bold move.

"Well...we're clearly past the friendship stage," she huffed. Bakugou chuckled as he reached up and left wet kisses on her neck. Hotaru felt a shiver run down her spine and she bit her bottom lip.

"Katsuki..." she mumbled as Bakugou pulled back.

"I don't ever want to let you go again, Lizard Girl," he said gruffly. Hotaru felt tears well up in her eyes. She smiled softly before leaning down and kissing him. This time, she used more force. She pressed herself into him, grinding gently. Bakugou was surprised but wasn't going to object. Little did he know, Hotaru had no idea what she was doing. She was being led by Kiyo.

'Now,' the spirit said. Hotaru did as told. She left a trail of kisses that went from Bakugou's neck to his shoulder. When she got to his shoulder she found that she couldn't help herself...

She bit him.

"Shit," Bakugou flinched. Hotaru panicked. She widened her eyes a bit.

"I'm so sorry! I-I thought about it then I couldn't stop!" she covered her mouth with her hands, jumping off the couch. Bakugou sighed. He laid back down, pulling the girl back on top of him.

"It's fine. What's a little blood gonna do?" the blonde asked. Hotaru raised an eyebrow.

"You really wanna know?"

Bakugou gave her a confused look as she straddled him. She bent down and began to lap the blood from his shoulder. Suddenly, the flames on her horns were different...

Hotaru's horns ignited but not with her usual blue flames. They were a mixture of Bakugou's explosions and the blue fire she was used to. Her left horn was never able to properly ignite since it was broken by Todoroki so the blasts only came out as small sparks. The same happened at the end of her tail. This had happened before in the forest but neither of them realized it at the time.

"Holy crap," Bakugou exclaimed as he watched the miniature explosions spark.

"I guess it's like a new ability or something," Hotaru smirked as she laid down next to him on the couch. He wrapped his arm around her and she couldn't help but feel safe. It was right where she belonged.

Bakugou wanted to stay like this. He never wanted to let go. He didn't want to lose his girl...

'Fuck...that sounds weird...'

But at the same time, it didn't.

Later...

All Might was on his way to pick up Hotaru. Bakugou didn't want to let her leave. She had to practically push him off her to get off the couch. Hotaru didn't mind, though. She liked his affection. She had wanted it for a long time. Now that she had it, she wasn't going to start complaining. The purple-haired girl and the blonde stood at the door as they said their goodbye's.

"I guess I'll see you later," Bakugou said.

Hotaru rolled her eyes, "You know you will." She attempted to playfully hit him in the arm but Bakugou caught her wrist. He moved it to his shoulder and got Hotaru close once again. He leaned down so he was right next to her ear. She could feel his breath on her neck.

"Do I?" he asked gruffly. Hotaru raised an eyebrow as he started kissing her neck. She let out what was supposed to be a sigh but came out more like a shudder. Bakugou paused when he saw a cab pull up and All Might's weakened body walking out of it.

"I gotta go," Hotaru removed herself from Bakugou's side. The blonde's wide eyes and agape mouth turned into a frown. Hotaru giggled at his pout.

"We'll talk about that later," she began to walk. She got a few feet away from him when she realized something. She spun around on her heels and walked back to him. She grabbed his shirt and pulled him down so he was easier to reach.

"I know where we stand," she whispered into his ear. Bakugou raised an eyebrow.

"Oh, yeah? Where?"

Hotaru pulled the loud blonde down lower and-with more force-meshed her lips with his. It was the most passionate kiss they shared and she was the one who gave it. After a moment, another car horn sounded. Hotaru pulled back, smiling as Bakugou growled. The two stood there with their foreheads touching.

"See ya..." Hotaru turned around before walking away. She gave Bakugou an over the shoulder look.

"Boyfriend," she winked. Bakugou's grin was both cocky and happy. It was hard to tell the difference. Hotaru smiled as she ran down to the cab All Might was in.

"Sorry I took so long," she apologized. The pro hero shook his head.

"It's fine, I just got worried," he said. Hotaru's smile grew.

"I don't think you have to worry when I'm with Katsuki," she saw All Might's eyebrow peak.

"I guess you came to an understanding with him?" he asked. Hotaru bit her lip for a moment.

"Yeah, I guess."

'I'd say it was more than understanding,' Kiyo added snarkily. Hotaru giggled.

'Thanks for letting me be alone with him,' she thought. She didn't want All Might, or anyone for that matter, to figure things out just yet. She wasn't sure herself but knew this was going in the right direction. She wanted to keep it on the down-low so she could enjoy it.

'No worries. I'm glad you stopped needing my help, you bottom. Learn to lead some more,' Kiyo sighed. Hotaru held back laughter.

'I will...'

Hi, everyone! I know this chapter is a bit out of the blue but I wanted your opinion on something...

I love writing this story and I still have some ideas for where I want it to go. Unfortunately, I think it's getting a little long. Instead of making a forty-something-chaptered story, I was thinking of making a sequel. So...

Should I make another story that continues Lizard Girl's hero adventure?

OR

Should I end it within the next chapter or two?

PM or comment on what you would rather have me do!

As always...Thanks for reading, loves!

Special Thanks To...

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Emocean: Aww, thanks, Hon! I honestly wanted to off Hotaru's mother as soon as I wrote her in the story but I needed an antagonist. Thanks for taking the time to review and I'm glad you like it!