Getting to the school an hour early meant she would have time to talk to the support team about her hero costume. At least that was her plan, unfortunately, the literal herd of reporters blocking the gate was ruining it. She now had a healthy hate for reporters. Hearing Katsuki growl beside her she winced a little. He definitely had no respect for the media.
"We could always go up," Frost said. Glancing at the top of the gate and then back at the heard of reporters Izuku frowned. Didn't UA have defenses against that sort of thing, still she would rather brave the defenses than deal with the media? Maybe Katsuki could distract them. Flickering her eyes to Katsuki she gave him a small nod at the questioning look. Smirking he stepped forward drawing the attention away from her. Giving him a thankful nod she slipped through the crowd.
Waiting beyond the gate she smiled when Katsuki started cursing the reporters for getting in his way. Amusement shinning in her eyes as he shoved forcefully through the crowd. He didn't even hesitate to growl and snarl his way through. She'd always envied his courage if nothing else. Seeing the amused smile on her face he rolled his eyes as he stepped into place beside her.
"What," he asked. The gruff question didn't hide his matching amusement.
"The media is an important part of being a hero," she said. The scoff that left his lips caused her lips to curl into a smile.
"That's why you'll hide from them," he said. The statement causing Frost to collapse into a fit of giggles. Pouting Izuku glared at him.
"I do not hide," she said. Seeing her expression he snorted, she reminded him of a puppy when she looked like that.
"Right, and I'm not a complete bastard," he said. The words catching her off guard for a moment. One of the passing students raised an eyebrow but scurried away when he growled in their direction.
"Your not?" she asked. The mock surprised expression she gave him was completely teasing and he knew it. Rolling his eyes he smirked at her.
"Not to the people I care about," he admitted just loud enough she could hear him. The words causing her lips to tilt into a bright smile.
"True, so Kirishima huh," she teased quietly. Freezing for a moment, ignoring the way his face heated up he scowled at her.
"Don't you have somewhere to be," he snapped. Grinning she nodded and headed for the support team. Shaking his head, Katsuki entered their classroom. Meeting the twin colored eyes of Todoroki he suppressed the urge to shout for the other boy to fight him. He wanted to know which of them was stronger. And he hated the disinterested stare on the boy's face.
Izuku had never been very social so making friends wasn't something she was good at. As such she couldn't see the malicious intent in Monoma's eyes when he waved to her from the door to class 1-B. The cold glow in his eyes was hidden from her as he stepped into the hallway. She was his only link to class 1-A and he wasn't about to let her get away.
The knowing glance Kendo sent at his back was nothing that he didn't expect. She didn't trust that his attention toward the green-haired girl was honorable, in truth it wasn't. He would enter her circle of friends and she, in turn, would tell him everything about class 1-A. Then at the sports festival, he would show her just what trusting him cost. The thought made it hard to hide the wicked smirk threatening to show on his face. He should have been in the best class, he would make their lives hell for taking his spot away. Everyone in class 1-A had to pay for getting in his way.
"Midoriya, thanks for the offer of help the other day," he said sending a charming smile toward the girl. When her face turned a lovely shade of red he knew his plan was working. She looked away from him shyly and Monoma could have sworn he felt shivers go down his spine. Peeking over his shoulder he stiffened at the glare on Kendo's face, it was full of malicious intent. Quickly turning around he made a mental note not to go near his classmate for a while.
"It was no issue," she said. Reaching up to play with her hair she heard Frost growl.
"Still it was a lovely thing to do and I feel indebted to you," Right up until I stab you in the back, he said. The unspoken second half was running through his mind as he watched her fidget nervously. How was someone so naïve supposed to become a hero? It made his blood boil that she got into the elite class while he was stuck with the leftovers.
"Izu we'll be late," Frost said. She didn't like him or trust him. Something about him reminded her of their father and she wasn't about to let her other half be tricked by this boy who smelled like a rat. Keeping the thoughts to herself she watched as Izu politely excused herself. When he showed his true colors she would deal with him herself.
Heading to support team building Izuku didn't give herself time to think over her other half's hostile tone. There were just some people that Frost didn't like and it looked like Monoma was one of them. Usually, she was right about people but Izuku wanted to give them chances to prove her wrong. Knowing that Frost didn't like him however made her uncomfortable. She hated being in the crossfire when Frost decided to act up.
Entering the building she blinked when she was assaulted by a blur of pink. The sound of Frost growling was the only thing she could hear as she was literally dragged into a classroom. Opening her eyes she tilted her head as the pink-haired kidnapper introduced herself. Meeting Hatsume Mei was one of the strangest experiences in her life. The pink-haired girl was energetic, almost too much so. The girl reminded her of a puppy and Izuku was oddly amused by the way her face lit up, still, every time the other girl came near her Izuku was tempted to run away.
It didn't help that the second she was able to Mei started raining down questions so quickly that Izuku couldn't really keep up. Feeling slightly dizzy she pouted as Frost began laughing at her. Knowing that the eager girl wasn't a threat was enough for the wolf as she settled in to watch Izu get verbally assaulted by the girl. It was entertaining to watch her other half become so flustered.
(Katsuki)
Sitting in the classroom he immediately wanted to leave, by jumping out the window. It wasn't Kaminari flirting with earphone girl or the grape haired runt mouthing off and trying to peek under Momo skirt; it was the bright red eyes currently shinning two feet to his left. Kirishima smiled and his heart melted just a bit. He Katsuki Bakugo had a crush and it was driving him insane. The urge to slam his head onto his desk until the feeling vanished was almost overwhelming. He wasn't supposed to have a crush on the cute redhead, he was supposed to beat boys away from his little sister or laugh while Frost did it for him.
Deciding that he would just ignore it, he turned his head away and tried to ignore the entire world. Twenty minutes remained until class started and he could forget the feeling for that long. All he had to do was keep his distance and he would be fine. Smelling raspberries he froze when Kirishima brushed past him to talk to tape boy. Cursing he shifted slightly his eyes trained on the boys back; he smelled like raspberries!
What the hell was he supposed to do when the boy he kind of liked smelled like his favorite fruit. Cursing internally he resisted the urge to scream as Kirishima smiled. He was as bad as Mineta. Laying his head down on the table he tried to think of anything other than how much he liked the red color of Kirishima's eyes. He'd never noticed someone's eye color before now, especially since most people were useless.
Lemons were literally his most hated fruit and it still didn't take his mind off the male standing a few feet away. Kirishima tensed feeling intense eyes on his back. Glancing behind him he paled a little at the expression on Katsuki's face and tried to think of anything he'd done in the last two days to result in such a glare. Coming up with nothing he shifted nervously and tried to continue his conversation with Sero.
Ferrets vile rat-like creatures. Yet looking at the way Kirishima's hair just barely touched the back of his neck he could forget all about them.
His mom's cooking that he almost choked to death on two days ago. Honestly, the woman was a terrible cook, it was why he cooked his own meals when he wasn't over at Aunt Inko's house. Knowing that it wouldn't work when the other boy sent him a hesitant smile he almost felt his soul leave his body.
Frost being Frost jolting a little he resumed his position of laying across his desk like a lifeless starfish. Why couldn't he just ignore the redhead and pretend he didn't exist as he did for almost everyone else. The smile, it was the smile that reminded him of Izu's when he left her at the age of four to go hang out with the cool kids, and the one Frost gave him after she beat him half to death the first time they met. All of them meant acceptance.
Biting his lip he resisted the urge to laugh. The first person to find out his sexuality was a hyperactive mutt with anger issues. Feeling someone slide into the seat beside him he raised his head. Speak of the devil and she shall appear. The traumatized look on Izuku's face was only outclassed by the golden eyes shining back at him. Horror and regret were the only emotions he could see.
"So-"
"One word and I stab you," she hissed just loud enough he could hear her. The dam holding back his laughter broke. Pouting as he laughed at her Frost rolled her eyes. Never again would she go near Mei, well at least not for another few weeks. She still wanted those knife sheaths on her boots and maybe the girl wouldn't be around when she tried again. Hearing Izu whine she winced a little. Mei's ranting had been amusing at first, then it turned completely personal and invasive.
"Did you at least ask about getting knife sheaths on your boots," he asked once he calmed down. Hearing her head impact the desk as mumbled cursed left her mouth he chuckled. Glancing up he made the mistake of meeting Kirishma's curious red eyes and his heart rate skyrocketed. Feeling his lips curve into a smirk he only turned away when her elbow slammed into his side. Flinching he sent her a glare as she stuck out her tongue to mock him.
Hearing Aizawa enter the room she tensed when his gaze landed on her. Curiosity and idle amusement glittered in his eyes. She didn't want to be the focus of his attention, especially not when she didn't have any sharp objects around. While Izu was both slightly frightened and angry at him, Frost felt something very different. Heart-stopping terror. He'd erased her and left Izu at the mercy of their mind and memories, something that both she and Inko thought should stay buried.
Unlike her, Izu was pure and innocent. She didn't remember the way his hands had wrapped around their neck or how much it hurt to be slammed against the wall. And if Frost had her way the girl never would. The darkness resting in their mind would never touch her, it was something she'd promised herself the first time they'd met. She would protect Izu from everything including their own blood. Holding Aizawa's gaze she dared him to say anything about the fact her eyes were gold or that she was slightly more feral than her other half.
"Today we will be doing something very important," he said as he moved toward the board at the front of the class. Holding back a shiver once his gaze left her she reached out to Izu only to find her half asleep.
"Come on Izu, please don't make me hang out with your classmates," she said. The complaint sounded more childish than she'd meant it too. She didn't want to be around Mineta today or Iida for that matter. Logically she knew he hadn't meant to scare Izu, but emotionally she wanted to beat him into the dirt.
"Go away," Izu mumbled. Curling up in the flowers she tried to hide away from her other half and the trees that suddenly seemed haunting.
"Izu," Frost hissed. The warning tone was enough to make Izu open her eyes and sit up. Blinking away the sleep she pouted.
"I'm tired, and maybe this way you'll find a mate or something like you wanted," She said. Frost blinked at the sarcastic tone before wincing a little. Izu sounded mad. Had she done something to offend her? The insecurity she'd been harboring since their minor disagreement came back to the surface like a spear running through her heart.
"Are you still mad at me," she asked. The soft vulnerability in the question caused Izu to freeze. Flinching slightly she frowned and thought over her words. She had sounded angry. Sighing slightly she considered what to say before the nightmare from last night came rushing back and she decided to go with the truth.
"No, I'm just tired. Last night was horrible and Kacchan wasn't there to chase away the nightmares," she said. The phantom feeling of sludge brushing against her skin caused her to shiver and she curled up more as the flowers around her turned a sickening black.
Frost snarled the sound driving their demons back into the cages she locked them in. Running her hand through Izu's hair she frowned. Why was she so weak that she couldn't protect her? Protecting Izu was the entire reason she existed.
"It was the living slime again wasn't it," she asked. That one moment had been her greatest failure. She was the strong one, letting this happen made her nothing but a failure. How was she supposed to protect her if she was trapped in here when disaster decided to strike. No, materialization was the only answer and she wouldn't let it slip through her fingers.
"Sorry," Izu whispered. She could feel the anger simmering in her other half and felt responsible. Stifling her anger Frost sighed.
"Don't ever apologize to me, it's not your fault," she said. The assurance doing nothing to help Izu. The guilt in her heart was eating her alive. She wanted to help Frost and Kacchan. He'd had it worse than her that day. The villain had held him longer than it had her. Burying her face in her hands she whimpered. Why did she always have to be so useless? Frost frowned at the self resentment she could feel from her other half.
They could talk to Toshi about the nightmares. As a pro he had to have some of his own yet talking to a man they admired about something that hurt them so deeply was a horrifying thought. That left either their mom, who to be honest wouldn't know how to help, or Katsuki. He would help. Despite everything, he was still their best friend and brother. He wouldn't allow Izu to suffer through these alone if he could help her.
"He gets them too," Frost said softly. The words slipping from her lips before she could stop them. Katsuki's nightmares were an unspoken taboo amongst the three of them. She knew he hated being weak and they made him just that. Pulling her hands away from her face Izu glanced up at her other half, the fierce expression Frost wore for the world was gone leaving behind what she was to Izu and those she loved. A scared lonely girl trying her best to be strong.
"The nightmares," Izu asked without actually needing to. She'd helped him through enough nightmares to know that he had one almost every night. She couldn't talk to him about that, he didn't need to be reminded of his weakness.
"Yeah, his are probably worse though," Frost said. Seeing the guarded expression flicker across Izu's face she knew she'd overstepped. Drawing the girl into a hug she stood slowly saying, "You could try talking to him about it."
"Maybe," Izu said. She would at least think about it. Giving her other half a weak smile Frost nodded and let her consciousness flow toward the world outside their mindscape.
"Get some sleep, I'll deal with school," She said.
Seeing her eyes flicker open Katsuki tilted his head. It was only when he saw the gold he understood. For some reason, Izu didn't want to come out and Frost wouldn't force her. Sitting up straight as Kaminari passed out paper slips she turned her questioning eyes to Katsuki. Quickly explaining what was happening he blinked as a wicked gleam entered her golden eyes.
Looking down at the paper in her hand Frost wrote down the one name she knew everyone would balk at; Katsuki's. Putting it in the hat Yaoyrozo had provided she let an innocent smile grace her face that Katsuki saw through immediately. Watching her closely he felt minutely amused as Kaminari broke her act in less than ten seconds by draping his arm over her shoulder. Holding back a snarl she sent him a warning look over her shoulder; one that he ignored completely.
"So how's it going," he asked. The gold told him that the aggressive half was in control so he made sure to bare his neck. Recognizing the action for what it was she didn't know whether to be amused or slightly insulted. On one hand, he could clearly tell that she was different than usual but on the other he was warm. A heated pillow for her to lay on. Katsuki didn't let her cuddle nearly enough but was that really a good enough reason to let Kaminari touch her? Sending a quick glance to Katsuki she noticed the amusement in his gaze. Deciding to ignore it she frowned slightly.
"What do you want Kami-"
"Denki," he corrected. Seeing the glare she threw at him he smiled softly saying, "the girl who saved me gets to call me Denki."
For once he wasn't trying to flirt. Not because of the blonde glaring at him either, he was honestly grateful that she helped him. For a moment it seemed she would toss him across the room and let Bakugo have what was left of him before she sighed. Leaning against him she turned her attention to Katsuki.
"Zappy stays," she said. Kaminari gaped as Katsuki began laughing. He didn't know if he should be glad for the nickname. When she looked up at him he could see the test in her eyes. Would he stay or leave? Accept or challenge? Smirking he ruffled her hair causing her eyes to widen. The shock in her golden gaze was enough to make him join Katsuki in laughter. She hadn't expected him to want to be around her after she gave him the nickname.
"Winner, Katsuki Bakugo with three votes," Yaoyrozo announced drawing their attention. For a tense moment, no one moved. The shocked look on Katsuki's face was enough that he didn't think about very much until he caught Frost's gaze, her entire form radiated smugness. He rolled his eyes, she wanted to play with their classmates. Shrugging he stood and decided to ignore the eyes on him as he walked to stand beside the raven-haired girl who offered him a small smile.
Scoffing he turned his attention to the class. He wouldn't be a pawn in her game, not when there was nothing in it for him. Shifting his gaze over his classmates he zeroed in on Iida who was actually about to cry since he wasn't chosen. The boy was responsible enough to be the class representative, and it would annoy Frost.
"No thanks, the idiot with the robot legs can have it," he said. Stalking past the shocked Yaoyrozo he sank back down into his seat and crossed his arms but not before he gave Frost a knowing smirk. Her pouting expression didn't fade even as Iida rushed to the front and began giving a speech about how happy he was to take the position.
Annoyed that her plan for entertainment didn't work she leaned against Kaminari's side. He wasn't mate material she knew that. After all, whether he knew it or not he'd already submitted to her and she would only choose someone who was strong enough to protect Izu. Despite his cuddly qualities, Kaminari was no protector. He was a jester though and she would love having him in her court. Plus anyone who could serve as a pillow was welcome.
Feeling her eyes get heavy she sighed, closing her eyes she barely paid attention to Iida's speech, it wasn't that important anyway. She didn't realize she was dozing until she felt Kaminari run his fingers through her hair. Hearing her let out a soft growl that sounded like a purr Katsuki chuckled wondering if she even knew what she was doing. Cooing Uraraka leaned back in her chair to get a closer look, a wide smile appearing on her face.
Despite her current position Frost could still feel those around her it was the reason she was able to catch Mineta's wrist before he could touch the hem of her skirt. Opening one eye slowly she glanced down at him with enough hate to make him whimper. Tightening her grip she considered breaking every bone in his arm to teach him a lesson. Sure Izu wouldn't approve but Katsuki would.
"Midoriya, release Mineta and stay, the rest of you are dismissed for lunch," Aizawa said. Meeting the man's eyes she considered his order. It was the gentle fingers brushing against her own that stopped her from going through with her plan. Glancing at Uraraka she faltered at the pleading gaze directed at her from the other girl.
Releasing Mineta slowly she huffed at her moved away from her. Too bad he couldn't stay on his side of the room and leave her alone. Feeling Kaminari ruffle her hair one last time she pouted as her classmates filed out of the room leaving her alone with their teacher. Sending a pulse out in their mindscape she felt relieved when she realized Izu was still asleep. Standing she walked until she was only two feet away from him. The distrust in her eyes gaining his attention.
(Kaminari)
Honestly, when he met Midoriya he hadn't been thinking of anything but making it out alive. After all, as a UA student, he couldn't use his quirk to electrocute the thugs mugging him. It was a little unfair. Now however he could tell the difference between the Midoriya with green eyes and the one with gold. It was a little strange that he noticed first given the fact Yaoyrozo was much smarter than him and Todoroki was more observant, but he was willing to bet that they didn't notice because they didn't care. Not in the, they would let her get hurt way but in the they don't know what to look for way.
So when Bakugou pinned him with a glare and motioned for him to sit down at the table he was occupying, he didn't know what to do. He did realize that the blonde and Midoriya were a package deal since they were almost inseparable. Knowing that he sat down slowly and wasn't very surprised when Uraraka sent him a worried look. Giving her a reassuring smile he paled when Bakugou growled just loud enough for him to hear it. Briefly, he considered looking for Kirishima since the redhead could literally calm the devil that was his classmate, but decided not to when Bakugou rolled his eyes.
"You do realize she just adopted you right," he asked. The tone of the question took his attention away from the actual words so it took a moment for Kaminari to realize what he said. The confusion caused him to frown.
"I don't kn-"
"Frost which is her name, since you haven't asked even after figuring it out, has just made you an unofficial member of our pack," Katsuki started cutting him off. He wasn't an idiot and he had noticed the way Kaminari could tell the difference between his two sisters. It wasn't very hard to do once someone figured out the real reason her eyes changed colors. Frost, however, wouldn't care enough about the specifics to tell Kaminari how it worked and Izu was out of commission at the moment, so it fell to him. It was irritating to be the one cleaning up messes for a change. Watching the lightning bug mouth her name for a moment he rolled his eyes again.
"Pack," Kaminari asked once he was done memorizing her name. Crossing his arms on the table he leaned forward to hear about his favorite person.
"She made you family dumbass. Now rules; one mandatory dinners are every other Friday, I'll text you the address, two your our responsibility, if you need help don't be a dick about it, three never hurt Izuku, if you do I'll kill you. Any questions," Katsuki explained trying to be polite. Alright, polite was a bit strong, but at least he hadn't cursed every other word. The stunned and slightly terrified look on the other boy's face did make him a little happier though.
Seeing red he looked up and paled as Kirishima sat down beside Kaminari. Blinking Katsuki growled before escaping the table to enter the lunch line, but not before he sent the redhead a taunting smirk that got a vibrant smile in return.
(Frost)
"Your dual quirk is interesting," Aizawa admitted his eyes meeting her own. The man's red eyes glowing with interest. Twitching Frost narrowed her eyes at him for a moment. She was still angry about him erasing her. Studying her he smirked asking, "Which one is in control right now? No, don't answer, I think I've figured it out. Midoriya has green eyes and you have gold. You're the offensive one but what does she amount to other than a pretty little skin suit?"
He saw the moment she snapped since he was pushing her toward it. Stepping back he dodged the kick she sent at his chest. Rage made her eyes liquid gold as she lunged at him like a wild animal. There was none of the refinement she'd had during her battle with Katsuki. Catching her wrist he made no move to erase her even as she snarled at him like an animal. Even if she was a wild beast she was his student and he would not hurt her.
Frost wanted to cut him to pieces until he begged her to stop. She wasn't the heroic one, she didn't care about saving people unless they were pack. This man was nothing to her but standing here in his hold she wanted to kill him for the threat he posed to Izu. The memories were held back for a reason and if he erased her again she didn't know if her bindings would hold. He would take her away from Izu! He was her greatest fear!
"I won't do it," he said softly. The steadily growing fear in her eyes made him feel slightly guilty. Freezing in his hold she stared at him for a long moment until she nodded. Releasing her he stepped back giving her room to breathe.
"Everyone hurts her, I won't let you tear her away from me," she warned. Her liquid gold eyes never leaving his.
"You're stifling her by fighting her battles," he said. The tone was one of a person who believed they were right.
"I'm Protecting it's more than anyone has ever done besides our mom," she snapped but did not move to attack him. Katsuki was pack but he didn't know what that man did. He was her brother but she would never burden him with their demons.
"And if you vanish," he asked. Would Izuku be able to fight without her? Seeing her about to snarl he sighed saying, "if you're the sword Midoriya should become the shield. Offense and defense are needed to become a hero."
"Sword and shield," she asked. Her aggression was fading slightly but not enough that he felt he could let his guard down.
"Which of you saved Uraraka in training," he asked. From the way, her eyes lit up in realization he knew the point was made. Nodding he turned to his desk. The silent dismissal was clear enough that she understood very well. Instead of leaving she frowned.
"My name is Frost," she said. Glancing at her he noticed that her eyes had settled before an alarm rang out in the building. Cursing he grabbed her shoulder pushing her behind him as the door to the classroom opened with a bang.
"Aizawa it's horrible! Smelly reporters have broken onto campus," Mic shouted with the subtlety of a freight train. Frost for all her emotional control couldn't stop herself from collapsing into laughter at the annoyed expression on Aizawa's face. Holding her sides tightly she ignored the glare he sent in her direction.
