Tsuyu Asui sat with both legs crossed underneath her on the couch. She sat with her head down, with Midnight lounging comfortably on a chair. She wasn't wearing her costume, but a very uncharacteristic business suit with skirt. She had the same expression she usually had on her face. One unreadable to most. But that was only a side effect of her quirk. Her face hardly ever reflected her feelings. And her feelings were not so calm as one might first guess.

No, she was a mess, and she didn't even know where to start.

Nothing bad had happened to her, thank goodness. But it almost had. And she was forced to learn a horrible secret about the boy she'd been crushing on, and two of her best friends. She couldn't even begin to imagine the amount of emotional turmoil they were in.

"Asui, you haven't answered my question."

Tsuyu looked up at Midnight, wondering if she was really the right person for this job.

"I don't know." She answered in monotone.

Midnight quirked an eyebrow.

"You don't know how you're doing? Can't decide? What's that really mean, Asui?"

"I don't know."

Midnight gave a sigh and got up out of her chair and joined Tsuyu on the couch. She wrapped an arm around the girl and pulled her into a side hug that was absent of her usual suggestive nature.

"C'mon, Asui. I know its confusing. But think it through. What feelings are lurking inside of you right now? There are no wrong answers. The situation you went through? Its unique. And the feelings associated are going to be unique too. You aren't wrong for feeling any particular way."

"Even if… what I feel is jealousy?"

That seemed to surprise Midnight, whose body stiffened for just a moment at hearing that. But it was over in an instant, and she was her smiling nonchalant self again.

"Jealous? Who or what are you jealous of?"

Tsuyu continued to avoid Midnight's eyes, simply staring at the floor.

"Ochaco… and Yao-Momo. I really like Izuku. And a part of me wishes I was captured. That I had gotten to do stuff with him. I'm jealous that they got to be so close. But also know its irrational. And mean. They were forced to do what they did, and so was Izuku. And they didn't enjoy it. So, its silly for me to feel this way. No, worse. Its wrong. But I can't help but feel like I missed out. And I hate that that's how I feel. Because its not how a hero should feel."

"Oh…sweetie…"

Midnight switched from a half hug to a full embrace.

"Sometimes we can't help what we feel, and our feelings aren't always rational. That's just part of being human."

Tsuyu knew that, but it helped to hear it from a different person.

"However," Midnight continued, much to Tsuyu's confusion.

"I don't think that's quite what you're feeling. Not exactly. You see, Asui, I've been in similar situations to this. Its… sadly not too uncommon in the hero profession. And when you're a heroine, and when your main appeal to the masses is your sexual appeal… defeat can mean some very bad things can happen to you. Things most men in the profession don't need to worry about. But of course, there are exceptions to that."

"Like Izuku."

"That's right. But that's not my point. Where I'm going with this is, while I've never actually been raped, thank God. I've been in some very close calls. And there are darker emotions that erupt through you at that time that you bury. That are shameful."

Tsuyu looked up at Midnight, her face blank, but confused.

"You were… excited, weren't you, Miss Midnight?"

"Perceptive little thing, aren't you?" she said it with a smile, but Tsuyu could tell it was insincere, as it quickly faded from the older woman's face.

"I felt so sick afterwards, not because of what had almost happened, but because of how my body reacted, about how I had felt. I was ashamed, and hated myself. I nearly quit hero work altogether, afraid my Rated-R persona had somehow infected my mind. I know what people whisper about me, and I'm not the promiscuous woman everyone thinks I am. But after that incident, I felt fear that I would become exactly that. Not a hero, using people's lust against them, but a heroine drowning in hedonistic debauchery and embodying some of the worst aspects of the profession."

Midnight took a breath and released Tsuyu. She hadn't meant to actually go this far. But honesty would build comradery, and that would help her students more than anything else.

"I ended up in counseling, just like you. And I worked through my problems, just like you. The experience made me realize that this was a vital part of hero work. I got qualified as a therapist, and psychologist. And now I'm here for you, Asui. I'm here to help. You don't need to carry the burdens of your feelings all alone. I'm here to help you, I always will be."

Midnight gave Tsuyu another tight hug, and this time Tsuyu returned it, a faint smile on her face.

"Thank you, Miss Midnight. I- I really needed to hear that."

"No problem at all, Asui dear. And careful with that stutter. You don't want to develop Midoriya's bad habit do you?" she asked with a giggle.

"I don't know. Its is rather endearing when he does it… Ms. Midnight, do you think its wrong of me to confess to Izuku right now? I really want to, but…"

"He's gone through a lot of trauma, and probably isn't ready to be in a healthy relationship? Yeah. You're not wrong, Asui."

'You can call me Tsu."

Midnight smiled and placed a comforting hand on top of the cute frog girl's head.

"Well, Tsu, like I said, you aren't wrong. Now probably isn't the best time for dating. But… well, just let me say this. The other teachers might disagree, and maybe I'm out of line as your councilor, but as a woman and a hero I think risks like this are necessary."

Nemuri's eyes became unfocused, as if she was remembering something.

"Tsu, in our world, there's a lot of death. A lot of heroes who just… vanish without a trace. Horrifically maimed, life-changing injuries… the list goes on. Even the successful heroes, their bodies give out eventually. All Might was the greatest hero of our generation. And it cost him his health. And he's lucky! He should have died dozens of times. He had a hero career that lasted nearly 40 years, but the average hero? A career that lasts around 13 years. The grim reality of being a hero isn't usually at the forefront of people's minds. But we need to know these things. Accept them.

"Because of all that. Most heroes never actually dedicate any of their time to things like love or family. They become obsessed with their work. Because each and every single one knows that they have to be in top shape to survive in this career. Most heroes, they end up alone at the end of their journey. So, forgive me, but I think if you really do feel love for Midoriya, you should pursue him. Because honestly, Tsu, we don't know if you'll ever get another chance. Highschool might seem a perfect time to ignore the present and prepare for the future… but trust me, you'll be preparing for the future your entire life. Then before you know it you've had more traumatic experiences and near-death situations than romantic prospects at the age of 30."

Tsuyu took her word's in and ruminated on them. They were affirming what she wanted to do, but also warning her that being a hero really was a very dangerous profession. It wasn't all celebrity and helping people. They were first responders, police, soldiers, and more. And those were good things, but Tsuyu could see what Midnight meant. She actually didn't know many married heroes. Actually, Endeavor was the only one that came to her mind.

"I'm being selfish, aren't I?" Tsuyu asked.

"Oh absolutely. But you need to be a little selfish when it comes to love. And you know, you might not be the only one wanting to pursue a relationship with Midoriya."

"You're not talking about yourself, are you Midnight Sensei?"

She giggled, but softly.

"Maybe I am~ He did save me too after all. And he is pretty cute."

Tsuyu looked at their teacher with a look of condemnation.

"I'm kidding! Kidding. Ashido and Hagakure had their session before you did today. And it seems this situation has brought up a bit of urgency in everyone. They're going after what they want now, without hesitation. Hagakure is asking Ojiro out today, and between you and me, I think they'll be an adorable couple! And as for Ashido… well her situation is a little more complicated. But she's determined to get a second date out of Midoriya."

Tsuyu absorbed the information in silence, realizing that her window of opportunity with Midoriya was swiftly closing. The event hadn't shut off the other girls from pursuing romance. It had stirred them on to fight for it more tenaciously. She wasn't sure if a hero should prioritize something like that. But Midnight's words had made a lot of sense.

And Tsuyu didn't want to end up alone at 30 either.

Izuku walked through the halls of UA in a glum melancholy that was more reminiscent of his old Middle School days. His first counseling session was coming up and he really wasn't looking forward to it. Why did he have to live the events over and over? He gave a sigh and brought out his phone to check the time.

His eyes widened as he realized it was time to meet up with Ochaco and Momo.

He swallowed nervously. Momo had insisted that they talk to Ochaco today about the…arrangement that Momo wanted to propose. Was she really serious about all that? It seemed so crazy. But… well, a small part of him… was rather excited. He shook his head. That was just teenage hormones, he was better than that. Wasn't he? Or was he deep down, just a degenerate pervert like Mineta? His face burned in humiliation as unbidden memories of his times with the two girls floated into his mind.

He felt sick. But not because of the memories. But because of the elation and excitement they gave him. He shouldn't feel that way about what was a terrible situation. And he didn't! He hated Brain-Jacker. Hated her like no one else he'd ever met. But it was easy, in his mind, to pretend that she was never even there. That it was just him and Momo and Ochaco, entwined in blissful-

He shook his head again. Damn it, why couldn't he stop that!

He made his way to the library, where Momo had wanted to have their meeting.

When he arrived, he found the library empty save for one table in the back, where Momo and Ochaco were already sitting. They were smiling and laughing, and seemed in actual good spirits. It was so odd to think they had been able to get through the troubles of the past few weeks so quickly. They noticed him standing awkwardly just looking at them.

But luckily this wasn't middle school and the two pretty girls happened to like him. They smiled at him and waved, and Izuku let his apprehension and anxiety melt away.

Despite everything, he had kept his promise. They were safe and so was he. They had come out of it together, and they were all ok.

Mostly.

He sat down at the end of the table, between the two girls, ready for the most awkward conversation he'd ever had in his life.

"I'm in!" Ochaco said with a large smile.

It took Izuku a moment to comprehend what just happened.

"W-wait, Ochaco… what? What are you saying?"

Momo scooted closer to Izuku and grasped his hand in a comforting gesture. She had a smile and a slight blush on her face.

"Sorry Izuku, but I already explained the situation to her, and she likes the idea!"

It took Izuku another moment before he realized that Momo had spoken to Ochaco without him, about the idea of sharing. And she… was in? He furrowed his brow, extremely confused. Did she understand what was going on?

"O-Ochaco, what exactly did Momo tell you?"

"She told me all about 'polyamory'. I'd never heard about it before! But it honestly sounds great! I mean, I really like you Deku…" she blushed and turned away from him with an embarrassed "…which I guess you know, now… but I was uh, well there were a lot of confusing emotions going on because of all the other stuff that was going on."

"Y-yeah. Yeah, I know what you mean. I was so happy to hear those words from you… but I-"

"W-wait, Deku. Let me finish, okay? This uh, this is kind of embarrassing. But if we're going to do this, I want all cards on the table, ok? And if, well if you're creeped out or anything I understand."

She had barely finished her sentence, as Izuku embraced her tightly.

"I won't be. I promise."

Ochaco found a lump in her throat, and returned the embrace. Her eyes watered, on the verge of tears.

"Aww~"

The two of them looked over to find Momo smiling and blushing at the two of them. Her hands clasped together.

Izuku didn't know why, but he felt rather odd at that moment. Why was Momo so… excited to see him with Ochaco? Didn't she… well she had said that he would make a good husband. Oh, right. Sharing. Momo liked him too. But, why did she seem… happy to share him?

Ochaco let go of him and brought a fist up to her mouth to cover a cough as she cleared her throat. Izuku let his confusion to the side for a moment, and sat at attention.

"O-ok. S-so…" Ochaco swallowed one more time, blushing furiously, but smiling at the same time.

"You know how… Momo and I, had to do things? With each other?"

Izuku's eye's darkened as he nodded.

"W-well, we kind of became desensitized to the whole thing, and uh, well when we were with you… well we both came to realize something kind of weird about ourselves. We kind of, think girls are pretty too… B-but, I mean, we also… its weird, but-" Ochaco cleared her throat again. And a determined look came over her face as she powered through her words, banishing her nerves with her will alone.

"I really liked seeing you with Momo. And Momo really liked seeing you with me. But we also both really liked being with you. And we really didn't mind being with each other either. If that makes sense?"

Ochaco leveled a determined gaze at Izuku, who stared back only with a blank expression. It was as if he was processing what he had just heard. Ochaco waited nervously for his response, and Momo did too. Both girls were waiting to hear what his thoughts were.

Moments passed.

Then a few more.

The two girls were sweating then. What was going through his head? Was it too much? Did he think they were crazy? Was he grossed out by the thought of them getting excited for each other?

Finally, he spoke.

"So, you two aren't sharing me, so much as entering into a relationship with me and each other?"

Momo turned a little red at his blunt statement.

"N-no. Not exactly. We wouldn't go on dates or anything. I'm not really interested in Ochaco in that way… but in the moment of- of passion, she's very… beautiful. And I don't hate being with her while I'm… with you."

"So, you're only into girls when you're um, a-aroused?"

"Well…yes."

"You too Ochaco? Is this Uh, kind of what you feel too."

"Yeah, but… I know its weird, but I get really happy… seeing you with Momo. But I also don't want to be left out…" She looked away, her face red as a tomato.

Izuku's mind was racing a mile a minute. Mostly because he knew exactly what this was, and he was terrified of the implications. This was a fetish known as 'cuckqueaning' he'd discovered it when he was researching what Brain-Jacker was into. And it was one of her favorites. Was it possible a small part of Brain-Jacker was still inside them? Had she altered their brains somehow before she left their bodies? Or maybe this was the vestiges of some kind of egg or leftover piece of Brain-Jacker? Or something similar that wasn't able to respond to Shinso? Or maybe…

"Izuku!"

He snapped out of his train of thought and looked up, surprised to see both girls slightly angry, with Momo leveling a look at him that shifted from annoyance, to pity.

"Izuku, you were muttering again."

"Oh. S-sorry. Sometimes I can't help it."

"Its fine. I'm actually glad that you did. Izuku… Brain-Jacker is caught. We aren't under her control! We really want to do this. I've researched the topic thoroughly, and this arrangement is… admittedly rare, but it does happen on occasion. Polygamy itself is a millennia old institution! Granted, it probably wasn't always quite like what we're doing but I mean, polyamory is essentially its evolution… its not… its not a fetish! I really care about you, Izuku! And so does Ochaco! I…I love you!''

It was those words. Those words that drew Izuku in. He had been so confused, but those words were said so assuredly.

"I love you too, Deku. I'm sorry if this is too weird… Momo told me about the engagement. If you don't want to do this, then… I'll still be happy you know? Because I think Momo is perfect for you…"

Despite her words, Izuku could see her starting to tear up. It was obvious that despite saying she was excited by him being with Momo, she obviously was hurt being excluded. Slowly, he made up his mind.

He smiled, which surprised the two girls, and then he leaned in and hugged them both.

"I promise to be the best boyfriend I can. A-and m-maybe h-husband, someday…"

And like that, all three of them felt their confused emotions and guilt melt away. It was replaced by new, more exciting emotions. Excitement, apprehension, nervousness, there was still a certain confusion present, but along with it was determination. Because now they were all on the same page. Izuku, deep in his mind, was still debating if it was the right thing to do. But a more primal part of him that he rarely paid attention to wanted it more than anything. Some small guilt clung at his heart, but it was overwhelmed with feelings of adoration and affection for the two beautiful girls in his arms.

However, questions began flooding his mind.

"How are we going to explain this to everyone else? Momo and I wanted to keep it secret, because we didn't think it would be understood. Especially considering what we went through. I don't think people would really…understand it, you know? Not to mention, it would probably be a really big scandal. And would hurt our hero careers… Not to mention, polygamy is illegal in Japan! What if-"

Momo kissed his cheek.

That caused him to snap his mouth shut and blush furiously.

Ochaco kissed his other cheek.

That caused him to nearly faint.

"We already discussed it, Deku." Ochaco said. "We think it would be best if we don't tell anyone we're going steady essentially… and you just date both of us like you're trying to find out which one you like more."

"Oh. That… that's a really simple solution. B-but, it kind of makes me s-seem like a- well…"

Momo groaned and slumped back into her seat, hiding her face with her hands.

"I know! It makes you seem like a cad! I'm sorry, but I couldn't think of a better way. If you want to do something else, I understand. But Todoroki already saw us holding hands, and it just seemed the simpler solution."

"No, no, its fine. Its… it probably is the best solution. But…uh, well I might have told Mina that we were engaged, Momo. I-I'm sorry."

The two girls leveled a stare at Izuku, both confused.

"Why would you tell her that?" Momo asked, genuinely curious.

"W-well, she kind of… she wanted to have another date. And I didn't want to lead her on. So, I explained why I couldn't date her."

"Why didn't you just take her on another date?"

Izuku nearly choked on his spit. He looked over to Ochaco, who had the decency to blush.

"I mean… Mina's a really great girl. And if she's wanting to date you even after all the crazy stuff happened… well she probably really likes you."

Momo picked up where she left off.

"And I happen to remember you saying you had feelings for her."

"W-well, I mean- I can't just date whoever I have feelings for. I made a commitment to you Momo… even if it was kind of pressured on to me. But I made it. And I know you two are fine with each other, but it would be selfish to try and force you guys to accept someone else. And Mina doesn't know about any of this, so it wouldn't be fair to her either."

Once more silence settled over the three of them. But this time it was broken not by a sound, but by a smile. Well, two smiles.

"You really are an amazing guy Deku." Ochaco said.

Momo nodded.

"You give me confidence that this will work out. And I admit, I'm still apprehensive about this. Even though, technically, it was my idea."

"Yeah… I know this is kind of, weird. But I think our situation is kind of unique, you know?" Ochaco rubbed the back of her head again, nervous. "But I mean… it would give our story a little more validity if you did date her. And she is kind of… sort of…cute."

Izuku was stunned silent as Momo picked up where Ochaco left off.

"It… also allows our cover to have some validity. We can say that you're engaged to me, but since we can't get married until the end of the year, you're… playing the field?"

"B-but I'm not the kind of guy who would do that! I-I wouldn't play with people like that."

"I'm sorry, Izuku!" Momo said with a groan, "I just, I don't want to- to trap you."

"I'm not trapped Momo! I like- I care about you a lot. I wouldn't have agreed to marry you otherwise. And I care about Ochaco too. I- I love you. Both of you. And I don't want to- I don't want to take advantage of this situation."

Ochaco hugged him tightly, blushing like mad at his declaration. Of all his possible reactions she'd imagined, this was the one she had hoped for the most. He was willing to have her, even when he could have Momo. Momo was so beautiful, and he still wanted to be with her. But it wasn't just because he could be with more than one woman. But because he loved her. Like she loved him. Still, Mina was a close friend, and if she was feeling this way too, even after knowing what Deku had done with her and Momo, she wanted to give her friend a chance to be happy too.

"Deku… please don't think we just want to pimp you out or anything… but Mina's my friend. And I trust her. And I'm okay letting you and her explore those feelings for each other. I don't think I would have been before all this happened… so maybe there's a silver lining there somewhere."

Izuku leaned back a bit, worry in his eye.

"But what if… it isn't a silver lining? I mean, what we went through… wasn't exactly normal. What if this is all just, us reliving our trauma or something? What if this just hurts you and Momo more?"

Momo stood up, a hand to her breast as she replied with passion.

"Then I promise to let you know. I won't let you hurt either, Izuku. I just thought… this was the best solution for everyone. I admit the… situation we went through may have opened my eyes to certain possibilities. But I'm engaging in this willingly and with both eyes open! So please, trust me and Ochaco. We aren't being controlled, and we aren't… we aren't traumatized!"

"As far as we know anyway." Added Ochaco.

Momo and Izuku fell silent. They knew, in their calculated minds, that it was possible this was all just a creation of their trauma, and that they were making a huge mistake. But both of them also knew that they had a very powerful urge to be with each other, and with Ochaco. And neither wanted to ignore than urge.

"Well, if we're going to do this. Th-then… I want to establish some rules." Izuku said.

The two girls nodded.

"Of course, Deku!"

"Absolutely!"

"N-no sex! Or… h-heavy petting or any of that! Okay?! N-not until, w-we're all sure this is what we want!"

He expected them to agree right away to his demand. But he was surprised to find both of them looking apprehensive. Did they want to do that kind of thing? So soon after Brain-Jacker? The two girls looked to each other, disappointment on both of their faces.

"If… that's what you want Izuku. Then, okay. But I mean… eventually, I'd like to… to… you know…. Without feeling like I was forced to. I want to be able to do it because I want to, you know?"

"Yeah," Ochaco picked up where Momo left off. "I want to do it right. I don't want all of my memories together with you tainted by… her."

Izuku was struck by understanding then. And in truth, he felt the same way. But he also didn't want to just jump right back into what they were doing without thinking about it. Sex was… amazing. But he didn't want to take advantage of them. And he knew this whole 'polyamory' thing was probably doomed. They were all flying by the seat of their pants.

"W-well. I mean, just for now. I just don't think I'm r-ready, yet. Sorry."

They nodded in understanding, knowing the boy they loved was a sensitive soul. They would wait for him. If that was what he wanted.

The three were brought out of their moment by the sound of someone approaching the library from downstairs.

Izuku turned to see Tsuyu approaching them, looking…nervous. It was so unlike her, but he swore he could see her blushing. Since when did she ever blush? She came up to them, her hands clasped together. She gave them all a single nod.

"Hello Midoriya, Ochaco, Momo."

"Hello Tsu!"

"Hey, Tsuyu."

"Hey, Asui- er, Tsu. How are you… um, holding up?"

"I'm…okay. I had my first session with Midnight sensei. It helped a lot. Um, do you mind if you and I talk in private, Midoriya?"

"Oh. Uh, sure, Asui-er-Tsu. What's up?"

"I'll tell you over here," she gestured with her finger to a place in the library away from Momo and Ochaco. "And thank you for calling me Tsu. I know you forget sometimes."

Izuku smiled at her as he followed her to the spot, "Of course, Tsu! I'm just sorry I keep forgetting… if you want, you can just call me Izuku. Maybe that will help me remember."

She smiled at him, blushing again.

"Thanks, Izuku. I'd like that. You're… taking the situation rather well."

"Situation?"

"You know… the situation you just got out of. It's like… you're already over it."

He rubbed the back of his head, nervous.

"Oh. I wouldn't say that… its just. I'm just so relieved you know? I said I'd stop her. And now, I almost feel like I… well I feel like I came through on my promise. I'm still a little uneasy, and sometimes unpleasant memories come back. But it- it feels like victory for me. If that makes sense? Like I won."

"That's a good way to think of it. Ribbit. I'm glad you're coming through it okay. Have you had your session with Midnight sensei yet?"

"No, not yet. I'm actually a little afraid of what she'll say…"

"Don't be. She's actually really helpful. In fact, that's why we're talking right now. I realized something. And I want to tell you about it."

"O-oh. What is it, Tsu?"

"I like you."

Izuku's mind stopped working for a few seconds. Needing to process what he was hearing.

Tsuyu wasn't one to feel nervous usually. But Izuku's blank stare and silence was making her feel self-conscious. She briefly looked away, and rubbed her arm, trying to comfort herself as she was certain he was getting ready to reject her.

Meanwhile, Izuku's mind was going a mile a minute. He had just come to terms with Ochaco and Momo… and maybe Mina. But now Tsuyu was… confessing to him? Why?! What made him so special?! Tsuyu was really cute, and a good friend… but, well… no… she was brave, and smart, and kind, and blunt, and practical, and really admirable. And she was really pretty and strong… But he couldn't… what was going on? Why was she telling him this? What was he supposed to do? Should he tell her he didn't feel the same? But, if he concentrated, he did feel a little bit of that same attraction for her that he had for Ochaco and Momo and Mina. But that didn't mean he should act on it right? He was paralyzed with indecision, and he knew he was only making Tsuyu feel worse by just gawking.

Finally, Izuku swallowed his nerves and began to speak.

"I-I don't know… um. Why?"

"Why?"

"Yeah… why, why do you like… me?" he spoke in a near whisper.

Tsuyu almost couldn't believe the way Izuku had said that. Like he had no confidence in himself at all.

"Because you're amazing, Izuku."

He was struck silent at that. What was so amazing about him? He was plain to look at. He barely made it into UA. He didn't even place in the top 3 of the sports festival. It took him until just now to get to 25% of his power. He would have been dead if Stain hadn't saved him from that Nomu. He wasn't able to beat Kacchan despite having the most powerful quirk in the world… what was so great about him?

"I… am?"

"Ribbit. Of course, you are, Izuku. You're so strong. And kind. And smart. You're always helping everyone else. You… you're really cute too. And friendly. I really like that about you. I like how honest you are, and sincere you are. That's really rare. Ribbit."

Izuku's face became beet red, not used to praise so openly given. He felt a strange sensation in the pit of his stomach that was both wonderful and unsettling.

"So," Tsuyu continued, "I wanted to tell you that I like you. And I want to go on a date with you. If that's okay?"

"I-I-um…" Izuku stopped and observed Tsuyu closely. She really meant what she had said. Of course, she did, she was Tsuyu! She always spoke her mind plainly and truthfully. She was blunt, but honest. The idea that she really thought he was amazing was… well it was amazing to him.

He didn't want to hurt her feelings by just rejecting her. And to be honest… if she had asked him before everything that had happened with Brain-Jacker, he would have said yes in a heartbeat. She was an amazing person, and very cute. But she didn't know what was going on with him and Ochaco and Momo. If he said yes, wouldn't he just hurt her more in the long run? Would it hurt her more to say no now or later?

Although… a more embarrassing part of him. The part that had been coming up more and more lately, had a very perverted idea. The thought of saying yes, and eventually getting her to agree to the same agreement as Momo and Ochaco. It was a stupid selfish thing. So, he squashed it.

He liked Tsu. He wasn't sure he liked her in that way though. Though he knew he absolutely could, if given time. So, was he going to give it time? Wouldn't that make it worse?

He sighed. Deciding he'd just be up front and honest with her. She always was with him. So why shouldn't he be with her?

"Tsu… I… I don't know if I feel the same way, exactly. I think you're really beautiful, and smart, and cool and… and a whole lot of other things. But I want to be honest with you. I was approached by Mr. Yaoyorozu after our parents were talked to. He wasn't mad at me or-or anything. But he asked me to… marry Momo. Because I took her… her… because I was her first time. And I said yes. If you had asked me… asked me before all this…"

He couldn't get anything else out. He was too red with embarrassment and flustered. He couldn't even believe he was having this conversation. How did this even become his life? How he had come to the point where he was rejecting girls? He never thought in a million years he'd even hear a confession! Especially from such a pretty girl!

"Ribbit? You're… engaged to Momo? But you're only 16? That doesn't seem like a very good idea…"

Before Izuku could even respond, He found Momo had come to them completely unnoticed.

"Hey, Tsu. I um, know you two are having a private moment… but I kind of knew where this would end up. So, I kind of eavesdropped. I hope you can forgive me."

"I can… but I'm a little confused. And sad. You're engaged to Izuku? Are you going through with it? What…what are your feelings for Izuku? That day we talked about the boys we liked… was that true?"

Izuku felt like a deer trapped in the headlights. He couldn't talk or move. Why was his social anxiety so bad? He could move if they were villains! But for some reason, he just couldn't bring himself to cause any conflict right here and now. He stayed quiet and let Momo do whatever it was she was planning.

"I am engaged. Yes. On the insistence of my father… but its not finalized yet. That's what I was talking to Izuku about earlier. I don't want to come between him and his dating prospects. So… I told him he was free to date whoever he wanted. And if he fell in love with another girl, I would convince my father to stop the engagement. I don't want to disappoint my father… and I do have very deep feelings for Izuku. But I would be heartless to disregard his feelings. He agreed only because of a sense of duty. So please, Izuku…"

She turned to him then, a fierce look on her beautiful face.

"Don't reject anyone because of me! I want to win your heart fairly! So please, accept Tsuyu's feelings!"

Izuku couldn't believe it. Momo was lying! She was telling Tsuyu that story that she and Ochaco had come up with. She wanted… she wanted him to go on a date with Tsuyu?! Why? Did she… really like him? Or was this whole polyamory thing just… some weird thing to appease her father and let him do other things? He didn't want to betray anyone. But he didn't want to hurt Tsu. He screwed his eyes shut and stilled his thoughts.

He needed to clear his mind of doubts. What did he want to do? What did HE want to do? He was so confused and wanted to make everyone else happy he rarely ever thought about what he wanted. He had been trying to fulfill everyone's expectations for him. Tried so hard to just do the right thing, regardless of what he felt. It was actually really hard, to remember… how to be selfish.

He made up his mind.

"Tsu… If you aren't… weirded out by all of this… if you still feel the same… I would love to go on a date with you. I- I already like you. But… I think I need to date you a little to see if I- if I like you like you like me. My emotions are… kind of a mess these days."

"I bet. Ribbit."

"Huh?"

"Izuku, you were… well you were raped for two weeks, then coerced into an engagement with a good friend that you were forced to have sex with for those two weeks. Anyone would be confused. In fact, its really selfish of me to even confess like this. I shouldn't have done it. I'm sorry I made you uncomfortable. I wasn't going to, but Midnight sensei was saying to me how heroes get so caught up in being heroes that they end up alone, and how dangerous the whole profession is. I got caught up in my emotions. I'm sorry."

Izuku couldn't help himself from choking up at Tsuyu's words. She herself, although stoic, had tears at the corner of her eyes. He swallowed his own sobs and embraced Tsuyu tightly. She understood. Of course she did. She was Tsuyu. She was so smart and observant! Why on earth would she feel anything for someone like him? He didn't know why, but he was grateful. He was very grateful.

The world melted away as both of them let their tears fall, unaware of the shared smile between Momo and Ochaco as they observed the tender moment.

Izuku walked down the halls.

Izuku felt as if a lifetime had passed instead of an hour. He had accepted Tsuyu's feelings, and was going on a date with her on the weekend. And with Ochaco, who had asked him out right after. He was still somewhat in disbelief of the situation, but… he kind of liked it. It felt really good to be wanted by someone. To feel desirable. He'd never really felt that way before. So he had three dates, one a double date with Todoroki and Momo, and two more with Ochaco and Tsuyu.

His thoughts turned to Mina, and he quickly pulled out his phone. He wanted to tell her what was going on… or Momo's cover story of what was going on. If he was going to do this… then he wanted to date Mina too. He had really felt something on their outing. And he wanted to feel it again.

But before he could call her, a name flashed on his screen as someone called him.

And his breath caught in his throat.

It was his father.

His nerves returned to their frayed state, and he swallowed, all social anxiety returning in full force. His hand trembled as he made to click "accept" on the upcoming call. He pressed it quickly, as if it would burn him, and brought his phone up to his ear.

"D-Dad?"

"Hello son. I got a call today. From your mother."

"O-oh. Y-yeah? What about?"

"The incident in which you were forced to have sex with two of your classmates and now one of their father's is trying to push you into marriage."

Izuku was silent for a good few seconds. Not sure how to respond to is father.

"O-oh. That."

Izuku heard his father sigh

"Hmm. Listen, son. I'm needed in America, so I can't take too much time off. I'm coming home next week to speak to this Mr. Yaoyorozu. You won't be marrying anyone."

"Ah, Dad, you don't really have to-"

"Yes, I do. And I am. I'll be in Japan next Sunday. The meeting is already scheduled with the Yaoyorozu family. We'll be sorting this out soon. Also, I'm starting to think UA probably isn't the best place for you. We'll be discussing that too. I'll see you then."

"Ok. See you-" the other line went dead. "-then."

Izuku fell where he stood, a sudden wave of exhaustion enveloping him. His father was coming home… after how many years? He couldn't even remember the last time he'd heard his father's voice, let alone seen him. And he was doing it to break off his engagement. Izuku knew, logically, that this was a good thing. He really was too young to get married. But another part of him felt like he wanted to go through with it. He didn't understand it entirely, but he suspected the fact that he had feelings for Momo was at the root of it. And on top of that, his dad wanted to remove him from UA. He felt like his heart was near breaking.

Was he angry? Was he scared? Was he frustrated? He couldn't even figure it out anymore. He thought he had found release when he'd cried with Tsu. But now his life was continuing to change and he found his heart hurting as it tried to keep up.

He decided to deal with Mina at a later date.

AN: So we're coming to the end of what I've pre-written, which means updates will be less frequent. Sorry about that.