The rest of the week in Honolulu was almost over. Ever since he has met a group of people that he can hang out with, the week went by even faster than he thought. Of course working out was a thing he did every day. On a few days, he would have some fun with the plans that Momo gave him, others he was hanging out with the group and either played beach volleyball with them, or they went for some drinks together, even went for lunch once. Even with his almost non-existent English, he was welcome in the group as if he has been with them for a long while. He was added onto their LINE group and they were all hoping Kirishima would come to Hawaii again to hang out with them. Now he really wishes he could have at least taken more English courses after high school. It's not too late though, isn't it? He can always come back to Tokyo and go to classes. He feels like he could give more support to Bakugou this way.
Of course, the best time throughout the days in Honolulu was with Bakugou. He has enjoyed every dinner and night with him.
The night from the meeting made Kirishima concerned about him. Something has completely angered him and caused him to be upset, seeing a different side of him. Did Takami Keigo say something to him? After all, that's who he was with when he injured his hand. Could he have been jealous? No way, it must have been something else.
Kirishima did tell Bakugou that he could talk to him about it, although pretty sure he didn't want to tell him for unknown reasons. He doesn't know much about Bakugou at all, but he hopes he will the more he gets to know him. During that night, all he could do was be there for him and support him whatever Bakugou might need.
On the next day, Kirishima wouldn't stop messaging him and asking him if he was ok. He has been assured many times that yes, everything is fine.
Thankfully, Bakugou seemed alright once he was done for the day. As Bakugou came back from his work, he looked happy and proud of himself, as if the Bakugou from yesterday didn't exist. Kirishima let out a sigh of relief once he saw him.
There was however one more thing he was really concerned about, and that was alcohol. He hopes that Bakugou really is telling him the truth, but who knows. Every morning, Bakugou took a shot of some really strong alcohol and left without eating something. Bakugou told him that he eats a bunch as he gets to his workplace. Does he really though? Since he has been working out, he has been keeping an eye on his diet. Bakugou has definitely a completely different build than him and is more slender, but he can't help but have this feeling in his gut that he is not eating enough. Not to mention, not only is he drinking something in the morning, but once he comes back to the hotel and they spend a nice dinner together, Bakugou has no problem drinking a lot. That's no good. Would it be rude to ask Momo-san about it? Would he be too intrusive? No, he just wants the best for Bakugou, so he can just ask her to be assured it's ok. So he decided to ask her on their flight to Los Angeles without Bakugou noticing.
It was the last day in Honolulu for them, both Bakugou and Momo would be gone for the entire day, they all packed the evening before that and before they were on their way to work, they checked out of the hotel, leaving their luggage hidden safely behind the reception. Kirishima spent the entire day with his group of friends, saying goodbye to them later in the evening.
Bakugou and Momo arrived just not long before 10PM and they just grabbed their luggages and were driven to Honolulu airport to take their flight at 11PM. Sometime throughout the day, he messaged Momo even if they could talk in private on the flight without Bakugou. She said she will make sure they can do that.
Just as they entered their private jet and they were already in the air, Momo was the first to speak up.
"Bakugou-san, I will discuss a few things with Eiji-san what to do when we will be going to work right after we check-in at the hotel, is that alright?"
"Huh? Yeah sure, I will take a quick shower in the meanwhile. Don't talk too long, rest up."
"Of course, you got it!"
Well that was really easy. Both Kirishima and Momo sat down with a few drinks while making sure Bakugou was gone.
"What's up, Eiji-san? What did you want to talk about?"
Up until then, he was still hesitating whether to ask her or not. Might as well just do it.
"Umm..Momo-san, I wanted to ask you. I am sorry in advance if this is intrusive, I'll stop asking if that's rude.."
Momo-san just tilted her head a bit sideways, looking confused.
"The thing is...I am a bit worried about him." Kirishima looks behind him to make sure that they won't be heard.
"Pretty much every day, he takes shots of strong alcohol. He leaves without eating proper breakfast. He tells me that he gets something to eat once he is at work…Is that really true?"
As he was talking, Momo became shocked, then held her head with both of her hands, looking even more horrified.
"I-I am sorry, did I say something wrong? Please tell me, I will stop asking if it's rude."
"No, no, no. You are not being rude at all, and goodness, Eiji-san, am I glad you are telling me this." she assured him. She then looked really frustrated.
"Bakugou-san was telling me that he was eating breakfast every time with you until now."
"Wait what? No! I swear I wouldn't lie to you, he really didn't eat anything every time he was off to work with you."
She really was visibly upset, and couldn't say anything for a small while. She was trying to collect herself.
"I love him like a brother, but sometimes he is just...too much. I am always trying to keep an eye on him. He is often like a small child that just won't listen. Every time I tried to bring up food, or at least ask him occasionally if he has eaten, he gets defensive like 'What are you, my mom? I am eating fine!' and it just won't do. Sometimes, I see him an entire day without eating anything until dinner. He is so...so stubborn sometimes. I begged him to at least drink a bit less and be considerate. I think...he is probably hiding how much he really drinks behind our backs..."
This worried Kirishima greatly. He really wants to do something, but he isn't sure what.
"Momo-san, you think there could be something done about this?"
Momo was deep in thought for a minute, then spoke up.
"First of all, I am so grateful that you have brought this up. I am also so glad that you show concern for him, thank you. You...you do like him?"
Her words turned his cheeks a bit rosy, smiling.
"Well….I'd be lying if I said I didn't. I am starting to understand how exhausting it must be for you and him and I thought...I...really want to be there for him. Support him when he needs it. Also..I know I am not as capable and educated, but I will be happy to take English classes, too. Or do anything to help out."
As Kirishima was talking, Momo just shined with enthusiasm.
"Eiji-san, I am so happy you want to stay by his side. I was a bit worried when he brought you with us, but I am so relieved to hear that Bakugou-san is taking a relationship more seriously. Since he is with you...he will listen to you more for sure. Can you maybe convince him to not drink in the morning? About the food, he really should eat breakfast at least...I don't think we can tell him what to do until we force him…"
Kirishima will definitely try to convince him to not drink so much...for the food, he thought for a moment what could be done.
"Uhm...I am thinking...would it be a bad idea if I cooked breakfast?"
"You cook a lot, Eiji-san?" His words surprised her.
"Yes! I used to work in a restaurant, and since I have been working out intensively, I started doing a lot more cooking myself. The suite we will stay at has a kitchen too, right? If I can find a good Japanese supermarket, I can buy some fresh ingredients and make something for him every morning. I could do some food in bento boxes, or some nice food that he can bring with him?"
"That's a very good idea!" Momo was really happy about his suggestion. "I was thinking...I cannot trust him to eat by himself, so hear me out...do you think you could make a portion for me as well? I am sorry if I seem rude with the question, but I feel like if we both get our portions, I feel like Bakugou-san is more likely to eat with me. We can always eat inside the limo when we are on our way to work."
"Of course!! I would love to cook for you too, Momo-san!"
"It's settled then! I will look up some good supermarkets where you can buy anything you need."
They were both super excited and nodded. They had a plan that was making sure Bakugou was taken care of and that he needed a healthier diet.
Not long after, Bakugou was in more comfortable clothing to rest up before they arrived in Los Angeles. Kirishima joined him after washing up and changing in the queen-sized bed and lying next to him. He could not help but smile at the shorter man next to him, stroking his hair.
"What is it, big guy?"
"Nothing...just that you look super cute."
"Are you always such a sweet talker?"
"I guess, yeah...but I do really mean it."
His words let out a quiet hum from the shorter man beside him. Bakugou got even closer to him and rested his head against Kirishima's chest. This made Kirishima's heart throb. They both soon closed their eyes to rest a little before they arrived in LA. The flight wasn't as long this time, a little over five hours and they should arrive around 7.30 in the morning LA time.
Kirishima repeated Momo's question whether he likes Bakugou a few times in his head. Considering Bakugou always tugged on his heartstrings whenever he came back to work, the big amounts of messages he has been sending and receiving back and forth, spending the evenings together and the amazing amounts of sex they've had up until now. It felt like nobody had turned him on as much as Bakugou did. Kirishima absolutely enjoyed making this man beg and squirm under him. He has been thinking when would be a nice time to express his feelings towards the shorter man.
Well, they still had a good while before the end of the trip. He feels his confession will come naturally sooner or later whenever he spends more time with Bakugou. For now, Kirishima will enjoy this lovely peaceful moment with him.
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After a bit of rest, there was less than an hour before they would land in LA. They both got ready before the landing. Bakugou had business to attend to just like he did in Honolulu, so after they checked in at the hotel, he had to go with Momo.
Kirishima was sad to hear that they have to be gone again, but Momo has sent him a plan for the day to visit some nice asian supermarkets where they sell the freshest food, so Kirishima can go all out. He was excited for this. While the food they have had in Honolulu was incredibly delicious, and he is sure a lot of the food in LA will be great as well, nothing beats some home-cooked food.
The hotel in Santa Monica near the beach was incredible. The suite they have stayed in is absolutely gorgeous, this time the suite had a zen-style interior design, with lots of green and brown colors, some beautiful stone decorations and a bunch of lovely plants around. Not to mention, a big kitchen for Kirishima to use. He couldn't wait to cook up something nice.
"You seem to really enjoy this suite from how excited you look." Bakugou chuckled a bit.
"It's really lovely!"
He must have probably looked goofy from excitement, but he didn't care. This is the place they will be staying at for the next two weeks. It was like a small apartment. It felt to him like they are going to be living together like a couple. The thought made his heart beat.
"Alright, enjoy for now. I need to go. Don't get lost and keep your phone turned on, you got it?"
As Bakugou was ready to leave and touched the doorknob, Kirishima suddenly pulled him back, turned the shorter man to face him, put his arms around Bakugou's waist tightly and kissed him passionately. He then showered Bakugou with more kisses on his cheek and neck and embraced him tightly.
"Hey, what's with all this? You seem a bit more touchier than before." Bakugou let out a smile.
Goodness, Kirishima wishes he would smile like this more.
"Really, do I?"
"Yeah you do. Now let me go, I really can't be late."
He then let go of Bakugou, who then left. Kirishima can't wait for him to come back.
He looked at the messages that Momo sent him where to go shopping for food and a few other things that are missing in the kitchen. He is missing a few utensils, a rice cooker, a pan to make tamagoyaki - Japanese style omelette, buy bento boxes and a few other things.
Momo made sure to give him a phone number of a driving service that would bring him to all the places he needs. The man who will drive him is a bilingual speaker that speaks both Japanese and English fluently, who will be also helping him pick out everything he needs. To think Momo would go all this extra mile for him, she really is incredible. He'd love to return all the favors she did for him one day.
All the shopping took him almost the entire day, but he was pleasantly surprised at all the supermarkets and farmer's markets he has been to, because going through all one by one, he managed to get everything he needed, whether it was some fresh seafood, fish, meat, vegetables, tofu, seasonings, anything he could think of.
He was really exhausted when he returned back to the hotel. He looked at the time and from the messages he exchanged with Bakugou, he should be back in a little over an hour. That was enough time to prepare some of the food for tomorrow.
He decided to go for pieces of wagyu meat as the main ingredient, so he prepared the whole chunk to marinate overnight in the fridge, also prepared some eggs that would rest in a soy-sauce mix and a few other things.
Just as he was done and cleaning up, Bakugou arrived. Kirishima greeted him with a kiss and cuddled up to him.
"Welcome back, cutie. Hope things went well."
"Well, hello. Everything is going smoothly so far. ...I can smell food, did you already order some in advance?"
"No, that's just some of the food I prepared for tomorrow's breakfast. I promised to share with Momo-san too. I will make wagyu meat chunks as the main ingredient, can I make you a portion too, too?"
"Huh, so you weren't kidding when you asked for a kitchen. You know you can just order food, right? Since when do you cook?"
"Yes, I know, but the food doesn't always have the amounts of protein I need, so I want to at least cook some portions in between after I exercise. I...didn't tell you that yet, though? I used to work in a restaurant and since I started exercising more too, I became more invested in cooking."
"I see. Well...it doesn't hurt to try."
This made Kirishima extremely delighted to hear. Not only does he get Bakugou to try his food, but hopefully this will make Bakugou eat more.
Both of them went for another lovely dinner together. The restaurant was an expensive formal place, where only formal clothing was allowed. Kirishima put on the second suit he had bought at the store back in Honolulu, it was a dark ocean blue colored suit with an open jacket that had a vest and simple white shirt with a wine red tie underneath. Bakugou seemed to really like it considering how he was observing Kirishima from head to toe. They both sat down on a table with a gorgeous night view to the sea.
"Um...one day I would love to cook you my tsukemen recipe. The restaurant I worked at specialized in that type of dish and over the years, I changed up the recipe to make it more personal. I make everything from scratch."
"Interesting. Even the dipping noodles? What's the broth?"
"Yes! It took me a while to make all similar shapes of the noodles, but I managed to do it after many tries. The broth is made from duck. I can make it a bit more spicier for you."
"That sounds quite delicious."
"So far everybody that I cooked it for loved it. Oh...may I ask you a question?"
"Yeah, what is it?"
He was sure he looked super nervous beside him...though it felt like he wasn't ready to confess yet.
"May I call you by your first name?"
"Is that what you are so nervous about? You can call me what you want, Momo already calls you Eiji too, so I might as well."
At that point, Kirishima could not help but slowly slide his hand along Bakugou's thigh. They were sitting in a corner where they were not visible to other people around them and a large tablecloth was covering up their lower parts of their bodies. He wanted to touch him between his legs, although he was immediately stopped.
"You idiot, are you out of your mind? Not here!"
"Katsuki sweetie, I can't wait to go back to the suite and make you feel good."
It seemed Kirishima's words made Bakugou twitch. It looked like Bakugou didn't seem to be against it, or considering that Kirishima called Katsuki by his first name it is probably what got him blushing, turning his cheeks completely red, so much that he tried to hide it with the front of his hand, but that redness already reached his ears as well.
"God, you are so persistent."
"Well then Katsuki, shall we continue back at the suite? We already finished our food."
"Okay, fine! You wouldn't even let me finish my glass of wine."
They both got back to the suite. Kirishima couldn't even wait in the elevator, their suite was on one of the highest floors of the buildings, so he just pinned Bakugou to the wall, holding him by his wrists, putting his knee in between Bakugou's legs and sharing a passionate kiss. As they reached their floor, Bakugou was already quite breathless and Kirishima could see his erection through his pants. Thankfully, there was nobody in sight as they rushed through the corridor.
He had so much fun with him that night.