Destined

Disclaimer: I do not own My Hero Academia.

Warnings: Angst, Hurt/Comfort, Drama

Pairings: Midoriya x Todoroki, Kirishima x Bakugou, Midoriya x Bakugou

Plot: Todoroki and Kirishima discuss establishing a pack. Bakugou's fever finally breaks.

Alpha/Beta/Omega Dynamics


Ch 03: Want

Midoriya stepped into the entryway hesitantly, offering Kirishima a little smile, his ears dipped back nervously. Todoroki closed the door behind them, shivering and kicking off his boots, unwrapping his scarf so it hung loosely against his shoulders before stepping over to greet Kirishima, tugging him into a warm embrace. When they parted the betas were still holding hands, Todoroki speaking softly while glancing down the hall. "He's still sleeping?"

Kirishima nodded, making a soft sound of affirmation, dipping his ears back a bit and saying tentatively, "He hasn't had much today, just some soup earlier. It's just about all he can keep down."

Midoriya lingered in the doorway, taking his time removing his shoes, shuffling quietly along after Todoroki when his mate stepped towards the kitchen with Kirishima. He set the bags he was holding on top of the counter and then stood back to watch the betas as they sorted out ingredients, Kirishima blinking down at the cookbook that Todoroki offered him. "There are some recipes in here for omegas in heat. I thought it might give you some ideas, since you'll be tending to him from now on."

Kirishima nodded slowly, flipping through the recipe book and leaning back against the countertop, his ears perked as he found something that caught his eye. "Could we make something like this? Katsuki really likes fruits, and pudding…"

"Yes, I was thinking similarly." Todoroki said with a smile, "I brought lots of fresh fruits. You said he's fond of pomegranate? I brought some black cherries as well."

Kirishima set the book aside gingerly, offering Todoroki a relieved smile. "Thank you, Shouto. It means a lot to me, you being here. Both of you." He looked to Midoriya, hesitating only for a moment before gesturing down the hall. "He might like it, if you check up on him. He was cuddling with your hoodie before he fell asleep."

Midoriya blinked at that, blushing lightly and meeting his mate's eyes before ducking his ears, glancing away. "I...I think I'll wait for Shouto…"

"Izuku." Todoroki whispered gently. "It's alright. You can check on him."

Midoriya met his eyes hesitantly, looking to Kirishima next, the other beta nodding as well. "It's alright. If there's anything you can do to help, then please…"

Midoriya nodded slowly, perking his ears up a bit, glancing down the hallway. He lingered in the kitchen for a few moments longer before padding quietly down the hall, finding the bedroom door and opening it gingerly, peeking inside and blushing as he caught a rush of Bakugou's sweet scent, his breathing uneven and his moans muffled and soft.

"Ah, Alpha...please…"

Bakugou's face was tucked against a pillow, Midoriya biting his lip when he realized his hoodie was bunched up against his face, and the omega had his hand between his legs, canting his hips forward slowly. Oh fuck. Oh fuck, he was touching himself. He was getting off to Midoriya's scent.

His mouth suddenly dry, he opened the door a little further, slipping inside, closing the door behind him quietly. Bakugou's fever had returned, his scent thick in the room, though not as sickeningly sweet as it had been before. He seemed more in control of himself this time.

Worried he might startle him if he just suddenly spoke, Midoriya opted to climb into the nest instead, carefully pressing up close behind Bakugou's back and spooning him from behind. He breathed against his shoulder shakily, nuzzling into his neck and kissing at his fluttering pulse gently, his lips tracing over Bakugou's fresh mark.

"Easy…" Midoriya whispered softly, Bakugou whining and arching back against him, his eyes hazy as he continued to stroke his flushed cock. He was drooling against Midoriya's hoodie, a damp spot against the soft fabric where he was licking at his scent, trying to get as much of it as he possibly could. It sent a thrill through Midoriya unlike anything he had ever felt before in his life, the knowledge that Bakugou wanted him that desperately, that he needed him to be that close. "Katsuki…"

Bakugou reached for his hand the moment Midoriya's fingers trailed across his side, guiding his hand forward to touch his twitching cock, gasping and shivering as he bucked against his warm fingers, keening needily. Midoriya wrapped his fingers around him fully, stroking him gently at a steady pace, coaxing him on as Bakugou grasped at his hoodie and the sheets, canting his hips faster.

"Alpha...Alpha…"

Midoriya crooned deeply, smearing precum down Bakugou's weeping shaft and tightening his grip as the omega bucked against him, rocking his hips back and wriggling against Midoriya's cock, the Alpha's breath hitching as he realized Bakugou was leaving a damp spot against the front of his sweats. His thighs were smeared with slick, and as Midoriya trailed his fingers down he found his clit was swollen and jutting from between his lips. He traced his fingertips against it gently, kissing at his neck and lapping over the mark he had made, panting softly as Bakugou started trembling uncontrollably, his toes curling against the sheets.

"Please Izuku, please…"

"That's it, that's it Katsuki. Just like that…" He rubbed his clit quicker, nipping at his shoulder and purring as Bakugou keened. "You gonna cum for me baby? Huh? Gonna let me hear you cum?"

"Fuck. Fuck, Izuku! I can't! I-"

Midoriya lapped at his pulse, kissing at his nape and brushing his fangs over his flushed skin purposefully, growling low and deep against his ear. "Cum for me, Katsuki."

The omega tensed, arching against him and crying out sweetly, Midoriya flicking his fingers over his clit as he crested before shifting up to stroke his cock, milking him through his orgasm, leaving Bakugou a twitching, shivering wreck. The blonde relaxed back against him, panting softly, his scent sweet and thick with satisfaction, a little smile teasing up the corners of his lips.

Midoriya loved seeing that smile. He loved it more than any other expression Bakugou ever made. It was gentle, sweet. Genuine. It made Midoriya feel whole.

He pulled away his hand once Bakugou was spent, carefully climbing out of the nest and padding over to the bathroom, washing his hands and glancing up to meet eyes with himself in the mirror, his heart fluttering at his own flushed expression. He hadn't even been touched, and he looked satisfied beyond belief. He arched his brow, blushing and laughing softly in embarrassment, shaking his head and drying his hands before returning to the bedroom once more.

Bakugou had rolled over slightly, blinking up at him slowly, the hoodie still bunched between his hands, his nose pressed to the worn fabric. Midoriya crouched down beside the bed, searching his eyes, carefully reaching out to card his fingers through Bakugou's messy hair. "Does that smell good?"

Bakugou hesitated for a moment, then nodded shyly, dipping back his ears a bit and inhaling against the fabric once more.

"I'm glad you like it." Midoriya whispered gently, tracing his fingertips along the curve of Bakugou's ear, kneading gently at the edge before petting his flushed cheek. "Do you feel any better now?"

Bakugou nodded again, blinking a few times before closing his eyes, yawning sleepily. He seemed calm for now, even if he wasn't fully aware of what was happening, Midoriya climbing back into the nest and curling up beside him, petting along Bakugou's upper back as the omega nuzzled into his chest, purring sweetly.

He stayed like that as Bakugou dozed off against his chest, petting over his feverish skin and tugging the blankets up around them, closing his eyes and resting his nose to the omega's crown.

He hadn't realized he'd fallen asleep until felt a hand against his shoulder, a familiar voice against his ear. "Baby, we brought you both some fruit salad. It's fresh, and really sweet." He blinked up at his mate sleepily, Todoroki brushing his bangs away from his forehead, searching his eyes with a fond expression. "Hopefully it will help with his dehydration. Do you think you can convince him to eat?"

"Yeah." Midoriya whispered softly, blinking down at Bakugou who was still asleep against his chest. "Yeah, I can try."

Kirishima watched from the foot of the bed, giving Todoroki and Midoriya a bit of space to try and work with Bakugou, the blonde pinching his brow and groaning softly as the Alpha roused him and tugged him into his lap, trying to coax him into eating when all Bakugou wanted to do was sleep.

"I know you want to sleep, have a few bites and I'll curl back up with you. I promise." He rubbed Bakugou's back gently, glancing over at Todoroki who smiled and nodded his consent. He gave his mate a tender smile before nuzzling into Bakugou's hair, breathing against him evenly. "Come on, Katsu. I know you aren't feeling well, and you aren't hungry. Trust me, this will help you feel better." He lifted a forkful of fruit salad, pressing the fork gingerly against his lips. "It's really sweet. You like sweet."

Bakugou grumbled softly but eventually parted his lips, taking a bite and chewing slowly, his ears perking up a bit as Midoriya offered him more.

Todoroki watched with a smile, glancing up at Kirishima and beckoning him closer, the other beta shaking his head and watching from a distance with a little smile of his own. His expression was a bit torn, but his relief was evident even without words, one of his ears twitching absently as he let out a soft sigh. He didn't want to interrupt this. He just wanted Bakugou to eat something, whatever he possibly could. What Midoriya and Todoroki had managed to do for Bakugou now, Kirishima hadn't been able to handle on his own. He was grateful they were here, but also a part of him felt inadequate. As if he had failed. He should be able to care for his own mate. He should be able to do this on his own.

Todoroki watched him with a calm expression, mulling over the other beta's quiet distress, tilting one of his ears to the side and gradually returning his attention to Midoriya. "Hey, babe? I think I'm going to spend some time with Kiri, just the two of us." He reached up to card his fingers through his mate's messy curls. "Will you be alright with Bakugou?"

Midoriya nodded slowly, glancing towards Kirishima, his expression mildly concerned. "Is that...okay with you, Kirishima?"

Kirishima nodded, watching their exchange, replying quietly, "Do whatever you need to do. I trust you, Midoriya. Thank you for being here. Really."

Todoroki stood up and took Kirishima's hand, squeezing his fingers lightly before tugging him away from the bed, leaving Midoriya to feed Bakugou as much as he could before the two of them curled back up together to sleep.

Todoroki padded back towards the kitchen quietly, tugging Kirishima long behind him, turning around to face him once they were alone. He crossed his arms over his chest lightly, tilting his head to the side and asking, "What's going on with you? Talk to me. It's more than just being worried about Bakugou, isn't it?" When Kirishima didn't readily reply, Todoroki asked gently, "Is it Midoriya? Is him being here making you nervous? Do you…" He paused for a moment, searching Kirishima's eyes. "Do you not want him to be alone with Bakugou?"

Kirishima tucked his ears back, gingerly shaking his head. "No, no it's not that. It's just…" He closed his eyes, exhaling shakily. "I feel useless. I should be able to handle this on my own. There are plenty of betas out there who are bonded to omegas, right? So why can't I…" He clenched his teeth, balling his hands into fists. "Why am I messing this up? Why can't I figure out how to do this?"

Todoroki watched him quietly for a few long moments before uncrossing one of his arms, reaching out for him. "Eiji, you had no way of knowing, no way of preparing for this." He took a step closer, nuzzling at his temple and brow. "Neither of us could have predicted this would happen. It's going to be an adjustment...for all of us…"

Kirishima nodded, squeezing his eyes shut and reaching up to wipe at his face with his hand, sniffing softly as he quietly admitted, "I feel lost."

Todoroki felt something within him twist, some kindred feeling, some familiar pain he now shared with the other beta. Both of their lives had changed practically overnight. Now, their mates were curled up together, comforting one another in ways neither Todoroki or Kirishima possibly could. Todoroki purred softly, his ears lowering a bit as he pressed a soft kiss to Kirishima's wet cheek, tugging him closer, wrapping his arms around him tightly and trying to offer whatever comfort he could.

"You don't have to do this alone. None of us have to go through this alone. I'm here for you, Midoriya is here for you. We want to be here, for both of you."

Kirishima nodded, sniffing and pulling back to meet Todoroki's eyes, his brow pinched, his lip caught between his teeth. "I'm so so sorry, Shouto. I didn't mean...I didn't know this would happen…"

"I know." Todoroki whispered gently, nuzzling his nose and staying close. "I know that, Eiji. I know."

Kirishima let out a soft sob, resting his head against Todoroki's shoulder, hugging him tightly while Todoroki traced over his shoulders and nape with gentle hands, purring and closing his eyes, letting out a deep sigh. They stayed like that, pressed together, sharing one another's warmth. There was little more they could do that cling to one another, to ground themselves to reality, to this moment.

Whatever they were about to face, they would face it together.

-x-x-x-

Bakugou blinked open his eyes slowly, humming and stretching out against the warmth surrounding him, curling his fingers in the fabric of Midoriya's hoodie before petting at his chest, pressing his face against the Alpha's neck and basking in his scent. Midoriya shifted beneath his touch, tilting his head to the side to give the omega more access, inhaling shakily when he felt a warm tongue lapping over his scent glands, letting out a soft, heated moan. Bakugou's hand continued its descent, trailing down his chest and stomach, dipping into the waistband of his sweats until he found what he was searching for.

"Alpha…" He breathed softly, whining and nipping at his neck. "Please, want you inside me…"

Midoriya bit his lip, blushing darkly, his heart hammering against his chest. Bakugou could hear it, could feel his arousal as he started to harden against his palm, his scent thickening and flooding through the air, overwhelming all senses, leaving Bakugou a quivering, writhing bundle of want and need.

"Katsu…" Midoriya moaned heatedly, gasping as Bakugou wrapped his fingers around his shaft and started tugging incessantly, coaxing him into action, the Alpha eventually dipping down to capture his lips, kissing him slow and deep. He pushed him down into the mattress, Bakugou whining needily and continuing to stroke his thick cock, his fingertips teasing at the curve of his burgeoning knot. He licked into Midoriya's mouth, panting softly between kisses as Midoriya began tugging at his clothes, quickly baring his legs and slipping between his thighs, Bakugou moaning sweetly as he guided the Alpha into him, keening eagerly as he was filled.

He felt Midoriya take one of his hands, lacing their fingers together, squeezing tightly as he started to thrust.

"Oh Katsuki, oh fuck baby you feel so fucking good…"

Bakugou gasped and shivered, whining and nipping at his shoulder, lapping at his warm scent and crying out desperately as Midoriya quickened his pace. It felt different this time, more rushed than it had been before, Midoriya's nails biting into his thighs as he bucked into him with low, rough grunts, trying to keep his voice quiet.

"Katsuki. Katsuki…"

He whined and arched his back, moaning sweetly as Midoriya claimed him, gasping and clinging to his shoulders as the Alpha above him gave him everything he needed, everything he was begging for.

"Please! Please Alpha, knot me! Knot me! Ah!"

A whine and a hard shiver coarsed up Midoriya's spine, the Alpha clinging to him tightly, bucking his hips hard enough that wet claps filled the thick, musky air. His knot popped into Bakugou all at once, the omega yelping and moaning as he found his release and felt Midoriya start to cum, panting and trembling as he nuzzled into the Alpha's neck, lapping over his glands again. This was exactly what he wanted, what he needed. He'd never felt so fulfilled.

Midoriya went still against him, breathing shakily and grunting as he rolled his hips, cursing under his breath and hiding his face against Bakugou's shoulder. The omega blinked up at him hazily, whining and tugging him down for kisses, Midoriya hesitating only for a moment before giving him what he wanted, tongue and lips dancing lazily across his own.

Midoriya wrapped his arm around Bakugou's waist, keeping him flush against him and rolling over carefully, his knot tugging slightly until they found a comfortable position, the Alpha nuzzling into his hair while Bakugou rested against his chest, purring softly. He could feel the Alpha beneath him trembling, and he blinked up at him sleepily, sensing something was wrong, watching him carefully and arching his brow with concern.

"Izuku? Are you crying…?"

Midoriya's breath hitched and he hid his face with one hand, the other petting along Bakugou's lower back gently. "N-No, no I'm fine. Just...rest, Katsuki." He sniffed and shook his head, blinking away tears before refocusing on Bakugou, offering him a sad, broken smile and tugging his head down gently, his cheek pressed against his broad chest. "Just rest. I'm right here."

Bakugou hummed softly, blinking slowly and nuzzling into Midoriya's hoodie, the Alpha carding his fingers through his hair and rubbing along his back soothingly, still twitching where he was buried to the hilt inside of Bakugou. He tried to doze off, but he couldn't sleep, and as he listened he heard Midoriya's breath shaking, his trembling coming in sporadic bursts, trying to muffle the sounds of his crying.

Bakugou didn't understand, his fuzzy mind not able to fully comprehend what was happening, why Midoriya was upset. He nosed into his hoodie, his ears ducking back a bit, trying to focus on that moment, trying to remember what he'd forgotten, what seemed just out of reach.

Why did it make him feel uneasy? Why did it twist his chest? Why did it hurt?

Midoriya slipped out of bed as soon as he could untangle from Bakugou's body, the blonde blinking up at him tiredly, watching him quietly as he fixed his clothes and stepped into the bathroom, closing the door behind him. He shut himself away, clasping both of his hands over his mouth and sliding down the wall, hunching in on himself and sobbing brokenly.

Fuck, what was he doing? Why couldn't he control this?

He felt like he was cheating on Todoroki.

He felt like this was a betrayal.

Bakugou watched the door as it shut, hiding Midoriya out of sight, pushing up from the nest and finding his sweatpants buried beneath the blankets, tugging the fabric up his long legs and crawling out of bed. His knees were a little wobbly as he left the bedroom and began down the hall, but he wanted his mate. He wanted Kirishima.

He found him in the living room with Todoroki, the betas looking up at him in surprise as he padded closer, Kirishima standing up from the couch and reaching up to press a hand to his sweaty forehead, concern etched across his face.

"Katsu, are you okay? You're burning up, baby. Do you need some water?"

"Izuku's crying." Bakugou whispered softly, searching Kirishima's eyes. "I don't know…" He paused, closing his eyes. "I hurt him." He blinked slowly before meeting Kirishima's eyes, trying to make him understand, clinging to the beta's shirt and speaking slowly. "I'm sorry, I don't know what happened. I hurt him, I forced him to. He won't stop crying."

Todoroki stepped past them immediately, trotting down the hallway and letting himself into the bedroom, his eyes glancing towards the messy sheets before focusing on the bathroom door. He frowned, arching his brow with concern, reaching out and rapping his knuckles against the doorframe gingerly. "Izuku? Baby, are you okay?"

Midoriya didn't respond, and Todoroki carefully opened the door, inhaling sharply when finding he was on the ground, hunched in on himself, his shoulders shaking as he sobbed.

"Baby! Baby, what's wrong?" He knelt down beside his mate immediately, whining and petting his hair, trying to tilt his face up just enough to meet his eyes. "Izuku? Baby, talk to me. What happened?"

"I'm sorry." Midoriya sobbed, tilting his face away from Todoroki's gentle touch. "I couldn't...he needed me…"

Todoroki inhaled softly, understanding what Midoriya meant. "Hey. Izuku, look at me." He tilted his face up, tracing across his freckled cheeks. "You weren't locked together for long, were you?" He brushed Midoriya's bangs away from his forehead, searching his eyes. "Did you seed him his time?"

Midoriya blinked slowly, taking a moment to think back before shaking his head. "N-No. No, I didn't…"

"Then everything is fine." Todoroki whispered gently, settling down beside him on the tile and petting through his hair slowly. "This is what Kirishima and I wanted. We knew you would have sex with Bakugou. We expected it to happen. The only thing we didn't discuss was the possibility of pups, Izuku." He searched Midoriya's teary eyes, giving him a little smile. "I'm not upset with you for having sex with Bakugou. I just...I wasn't expecting anything...lasting to come from it." He exhaled deeply, leaning closer and nuzzling his mate's cheek, giving him a soft kiss and whispering gently, "Do you understand? You didn't do anything wrong, baby. You aren't going to lose me. I'm not going anywhere. You don't have to be afraid."

"I love you." Midoriya whispered wetly, sniffing and nuzzling him back tenderly. "I love you so much."

"I love you too, darling…" Todoroki whispered, giving him another kiss, Midoriya gradually unwinding and reaching out for his mate, tugging him closer, sniffing and hiding his face against the beta's neck, inhaling his calm, neutral scent.

Todoroki perked up his ears when he heard footsteps approaching, Kirishima appearing in the doorway a moment later. He stepped closer gingerly, crouching down beside Todoroki and meeting Midoriya's eyes, his ears tucked back slightly. "Katsuki said...you didn't want to be with him. That he forced you into it. Is that true?"

Midoriya blinked, arching his brow and glancing towards Todoroki. "It's not that...he forced me. He's not in control of himself. I understand that." He met Kirishima's eyes again, whispering softly, "I'm sorry Kiri, I'm not in complete control either. I can feel that I'm still in rut, and being around him, being alone with him when he wants me to...to…" His voice trailed off, a shiver passing through him. "I can't say no. I don't want to say no. Not in the moment." He bit his lip, glancing between the betas watching him. "We're responding to one another. It's just...instinct. I'm sorry, I don't...I don't know what to do." He met his mate's eyes, whispering huskily, "I don't think I can be around him without wanting to…"

Todoroki nodded his understanding, looking up at Kirishima. The red-headed beta held his gaze for a long moment, then asked quietly, "Is it alright for them to be together? They both need it. They need each other."

Todoroki let out a shaky sigh, slowly nodding his consent. "Yes. It has to be. We can't keep them apart. Not like this."

Midoriya glanced between them, reaching out to wrap his arms around his mate, pulling him close and hiding his face against his shoulder, his voice muffled as he spoke. "I can handle it. I've dealt with faux ruts before. It'll only be a couple more days. I just…" He pulled back just enough to meet Todoroki's eyes. "We need to go home."

"Stay." Kirishima said softly, Todoroki and Midoriya glancing over at him, the beta nodding and arching his brow, a small smile across his face. "Stay. Please. I think that will be what's best for everyone." He looked to Midoriya, reaching out and touching his hand, squeezing his fingers lightly. "Do you love Katsuki?"

Midoriya was taken back, tensing automatically, looking up at Todoroki, his mate nodding slowly. "It's alright. Tell him how you feel."

Midoriya let out a soft, anxious sound between a groan and a whine, meeting Kirishima's eyes hesitantly. He was quiet for a long moment, the silence drawn out between them, then with a soft release of breath he whispered, "Yes. I've always loved him."

Kirishima's features softened and he nodded, smiling and squeezing Midoriya's hand. "Do you want to form a pack together? Just the four of us?"

Midoriya inhaled softly, glancing up at Todoroki, his mate humming and nodding, carding his fingers through Midoriya's hair. "Eiji and I were discussing it just now, before Bakugou came and found us. It makes sense, doesn't it? The four of us together. We've been friends for so long, we know one another so well. Bakugou will likely not be able to take suppressants at all after this, at least not for a while, and you…" Todoroki's eyes were shining, tears clinging to his dark lashes, threatening to overflow. "I know how much you want this, Izuku. I know how much you want pups."

"I don't-" The Alpha whined softly, reaching up and cupping Todoroki's neck, pressing their foreheads together and choking on a sob, "Shouto, I don't need anyone else but you. I love you."

"You don't have to be so selfless." Todoroki whispered gently, searching Midoriya's eyes. "It's okay that you love Bakugou. It's okay that you want pups." He pulled away so he could meet Kirishima's eyes, "We can help one another, protect one another. Comfort one another. Share our lives together." He looked to Midoriya once more, his voice caught in his throat as he said breathlessly, "Between the four of us, we can raise your pups."

Midoriya's face twisted, and he clung to Todoroki desperately, tightening his hold on Kirishima's hand, the other beta pressing closer to share their warmth. Todoroki reached out for him, Kirishima nuzzling against his cheek, whispering softly, "We'll be okay. We can do this. We can be just like this, together."

"I know. I know." Todoroki whispered, nuzzling Kirishima's cheek. "I trust you, Eiji. I love you so much. I want to forge a pack with you. I want the four of us to make a new home."

Midoriya watched them carefully, tears spilling quietly down his cheeks. This wasn't just for him, they needed this too. Kirishima and Todoroki, they needed this stability, they needed reassurance. Something concrete in the sudden chaos, something permanent they could ground themselves to.

Todoroki had said they could raise a family together.

Kirishima had agreed, had said he wanted this too.

The four of them, together.

"Katsuki." Midoriya whispered, his brow arched, Kirishima and Todoroki looking to him with hints of confusion and concern. "He doesn't know. He doesn't know what's happening. What I've done. We can't just decide this without him." He bit his lip, arching his brow. "He needs to choose this too."

Todoroki nodded, letting out a breath, focusing on the beta pressed against his side. "Izuku is right. We have to speak with Bakugou once he's level headed, and make this decision together. We can't jump into things without knowing exactly how he feels. We need to be absolutely certain he understands."

Kirishima nodded, his eyes wet, sniffing and glancing back towards the bedroom door. "I'll go check on him. He seems aware of himself enough for now. He might want to eat something again." He blinked away his tears, looking to Todoroki, then Midoriya again. "Maybe the four of us could curl up together and watch a movie?"

Midoriya let out a relieved, tired sigh, smiling and giving Kirishima a little nod. "Yeah, yeah I'd like that a lot actually. That sounds really good."

Kirishima smiled and stood from the bathroom floor, padding off through the house quietly, leaving them alone in silence. Todoroki searched Midoriya''s eyes, reaching up to cup his mate's cheek, purring softly as Midoriya nuzzled against his palm. Todoroki pet slowly across his freckled cheeks, allowing Midoriya to tug him closer so he was settled atop his lap, the Alpha's own purr beginning to rumble in his chest as he hid against his neck and shoulder.

"Thank you," Midoriya whispered, "For loving me."

Todoroki smiled against his hair, planting a soft kiss against his curls. "Thank you for letting me."

-x-x-x-

It took another three days for Bakugou's heat to fade, Midoriya's rut fading along with it. The omega hadn't realized what happened at first, it had been years since he'd had a full heat, years since his suppressants hadn't been able to stave off the fever and return him to his senses. He'd been outed, his true presentation revealed to those he cared about the most. Those he had hid it from the longest. Those he was most desperate to keep it from.

His initial response was disbelief, then panic, Kirishima watching him as he stood before the mirror, his hands cupping the small bump in his lower stomach, his breathing coming hard and fast. "I don't...I don't remember anything…" He shook his head, his face twisting, hot tears spilling down his cheeks. "I don't, I don't want this!"

"Katsuki…" Kirishima whispered, trying to take a step closer, but the omega growled and grabbed the closest bottle of lotion, throwing it so it shattered against the wall, the beta ducking out of the bathroom with a sad whine. He left his mate alone, leaving the bedroom and returning to the kitchen, Todoroki and Midoriya looking up with worry as he slowly approached, tears spilling down his flushed face.

Todoroki reached out for him, tugging him close, Kirishima sobbing against his neck. He shushed his companion gently, rubbing his back and glancing towards Midoriya. The Alpha's mouth was set into a firm line, tilting his ears towards the noise emanating from the bedroom, stepping past the betas and disappearing down the hall.

"Izuku!" Todoroki called after him worriedly, but Kirishima needed him more, clinging to his shirt and jerking with each sob, his ears flattened against his skull.

"I'm so sorry. I'm so sorry…"

"Shh…" Todoroki whispered, guiding the distraught beta to the kitchen table, ushering him to sit down before dragging the closest chair up beside him, settling down as well. "It's okay. Everything is going to be okay."

"He hates me. He hates me. I did this to him, this is all my fault!"

"Shh…" Todoroki soothed again, carding his fingers through his long, fiery mane, tilting his ears towards the hallway as he spoke. "Let Izuku handle him. He knows best how to quell Bakugou's rage. Give him a chance to vent his frustration. He must be completely in shock."

Bakugou grabbed the soap dish resting atop the sink, tossing it as hard as he could against the wall, watching it shatter into pieces before reaching for the next closest object. He picked up another bottle, smaller than the first, the cologne pungent as it filled the air, shards of glass scattering everywhere as the thick, heady liquid dripped languidly down the wall. He screamed, tugging at his hair, reaching for the shower curtain and ripping it down, shredding it as he screamed and screamed, frustrated tears spilling down his cheeks. He threw the shampoo, the conditioner, the body wash bottle slamming against the wall as well. The omega sobbed brokenly, climbing into the tub and ripping down the shower caddy, various smaller bottles dropping to his feet, a razor clattering loudly as it fell.

He panted harshly, blinking down at the blade, bending down and reaching for it shakily, lifting it to examine it further.

It could be quick. It could be so quick.

He could end everything before it had even begun.

A strong hand grabbed his wrist, jerking him forward out of the tub, Bakugou tripping as his ankle caught against the lip of the tub, slamming face-first into Midoriya's chest. The razor fell from his hand, forgotten, the omega glaring up at the Alpha holding him, Midoriya looking just as conflicted and upset as he was.

"Let go of me!"

"No!" Midoriya growled, pulling him out of the bathroom, Bakugou wincing as he stepped on broken glass, the Alpha growling again when he tried to wrench his wrist away. "Be still!"

Bakugou gasped involuntarily, a bolt of lightning zinging through his spine, freezing him in place. He blinked, his eyes wide as he realized he couldn't move, couldn't do much more than twitch his fingertips, a panicked whine escaping his throat. Midoriya looked down at him, blinking in confusion for a few moments before he realized what he had done. He had commanded the omega he had marked. Bakugou was completely under his control. He released his wrist gingerly, taking a step closer and searching his hazy eyes, arching his brow at the tears slipping down Bakugou's cheeks.

"Easy. Easy, it's alright. I'm not going to hurt you." Bakugou whined again, clearly distressed, his feet stinging where he'd been cut by glass just moments before. Midoriya sniffed the air, cursing and dropping down to his knees, lifting one of Bakugou's feet and examining the small pieces of glass embedded into his skin. "Damn it, damn it…"

He lifted Bakugou, carrying him to the edge of the bed, elevating his foot and prying the tiny shards of glass from his toes and heels meticulously, careful with his arch, warm blood spilling down his foot and dappling the carpet below.

"I'm sorry, Katsuki. I wasn't thinking. I just wanted you to stop."

Bakugou blinked slowly, sniffing and quivering as Midoriya tended to him, leaving him for just a moment and returning with a warm washcloth, kneeling down again and washing the blood from his feet slowly, carefully examining each cut. Once he was certain no glass remained, he scooped up Bakugou again, carrying him down the hall to the kitchen, setting him down atop the counter and calling out for help. Kirishima was there a moment later, Todoroki at his side, the betas fetching the first aid kit beneath the kitchen skin and carefully bandaging Bakugou's feet, Midoriya watching in silence.

Once he was taken care of, Midoriya carried Bakugou to the couch, setting him down gently, kneeling down beside him. Kirishima stood close by, watching nervously, Todoroki holding his hand and whispering soft reassurances, looking to Midoriya as the Alpha spoke.

"I need you to listen to me." Midoriya whispered gently, searching Bakugou's eyes. "I need you to listen, and not run from me. Can you do that? Please, Katsuki?"

Some of the tension in his shoulders began to lessen, feeling the earlier command start to release, Midoriya watching him carefully, waiting for Bakugou to speak. "Yes." He managed weakly, swallowing thickly and watching the Alpha with a hint of fear. He had never felt like this before, never felt so vulnerable, so small and afraid. Midoriya sensed his distress, pressing a bit closer and crooning softly, trying to ease some of his fear.

"I'm not going to hurt you, Katsu. I'm not going to let anything happen to you. Do you understand?"

Bakugou blinked slowly, curling his fingers against the couch, nodding tentatively, glancing towards Kirishima and Todoroki before looking to Midoriya again. He felt childish, ashamed. What was he doing, throwing a tantrum, pushing away his mate. It was stupid, it was ridiculous. Midoriya watched him carefully, then reached up and touched his knee gently, smoothing his thumb against his warm skin.

"I'm sorry I marked you." Midoriya whispered, searching Bakugou's eyes. "I'm sorry I did that, without your permission. I got caught up in the moment, and under the influence of your heat you told me that's what you wanted me to do." He paused for just a moment, a soft breath escaping him. "I wanted it, so badly. I wanted to mark you too."

Kirishima inhaled softly, and Todoroki let out a sigh, the betas huddled closely together, barely breathing, watching their mates tense exchange, clinging to Midoriya's words.

He exhaled slowly, his eyes drifting down Bakugou's body, his gaze settling on the small bump there, barely visible beneath the fabric of his sweater. "I'm sorry I-" He arched his brow, closing his eyes, a shudder passing through him. "I'm sorry I seeded you. It was stupid, and I should have known better than to do so, no matter how desperately you begged me for it." He met Bakugou's eyes, a hint of tears glazed across his brilliant irises. "I'm sorry, Katsuki. I'm sorry. Can you forgive me? I'm so sorry I did this to you. I'm so sorry."

Bakugou's cheeks were crimson, his breath caught in his throat. I begged him for it? I asked him to breed me? He blinked, shaking his head lightly, his eyes flitting up to Kirishima's, holding his mate's gaze. "Eiji...I…"

"It's okay." Kirishima whispered, pressing a hand against his mouth. "It's okay, Katsuki. I love you so much."

Todoroki nodded slowly, Bakugou meeting his eyes as well, the two-toned beta offering him a gentle, reassuring smile. "It's alright now. You're safe. We're here for you." He rubbed Kirishima's back, the other beta nuzzling his cheek affectionately. "You don't have to keep hiding. You're safe with us."

Midoriya watched Bakugou quietly, the omega shifting beneath his touch, drawing his knees up against his chest and hiding his bump from view, his ears flat against his skull. "I never wanted this." His mind was reeling, his stomach twisting. "I don't...I don't know what I said. I don't remember. I've never…" He whined softly, tightening his grip around his knees. "I don't want pups…"

"Okay." Midoriya whispered. "Okay, that's...that's okay, Katsu. That's okay." He pulled back a bit, giving the blonde some space, glancing towards Todoroki then Kirishima, whispering gently, "We discussed the possibility of you making that decision over the past few days. If you don't want to keep them, then…" His voice was quiet, too quiet. He didn't sound like himself. "Kirishima and Todoroki will take you to the clinic. They'll discuss the options you have available. Your heat just passed, they'll still be so small…" He swallowed thickly, shifting back another step before rising to his feet, giving the omega the distance he felt he wanted. "You don't have to keep them, Katsuki. It's your decision. I'm sorry for hurting you. It wasn't my intention."

Bakugou watched him quietly, Midoriya glancing away and padding towards the front door, Todoroki hesitating only for a moment before following after him, his voice soft. "Izuku? Baby, where are you going?"

"I just need some air." He said gently, pressing a chaste kiss to his mate's forehead before opening the door. "I'm okay, Shouto. I just need some fresh air. Don't worry."

"Okay." Todoroki whispered, and his voice was so small, so uncertain. It made Bakugou's heart clench in his chest.

Kirishima stood by himself a short distance away, not knowing if Bakugou would accept him should he go to him, a few stray tears slipping down his cheeks.

They didn't look at one another until Todoroki padded closer, sitting down on the couch beside Bakugou and reaching for his hand, squeezing his fingers gently. Bakugou looked up at him worriedly, wondering what the beta was thinking, wondering what had happened during his heat. He didn't seem angry, or even that upset really. Considering the circumstances, he had expected Todoroki to be furious with him for seducing Midoriya. He was fully aware of how much Todoroki loved his mate, how close they'd become in the years they spent together. He choked down a nervous whine, his distress gnawing at him like something alive and growing, his breathing quickening as he fought off the edges of a panic attack. Kirishima could sense it, stepping closer and reaching out for him, quickly sitting down at Bakugou's other side.

"Hey, Katsu. Babe, look at me." He tilted up Bakugou's face, kissing his nose and cheeks. "I love you, Katsuki. You're safe. Don't cry, baby. Shh, you're okay now. Everything's okay…"

"We can take you to the clinic tomorrow." Todoroki whispered, squeezing Bakugou's hand again, leaning close to nuzzle his shoulder, trying to comfort him the best he could. Bakugou had never been very open with him, but Todoroki could sense he was lost, he was hurting. He wanted to comfort him, to soothe his panic, to calm his fears. He wanted Bakugou to trust that they would take care of him, whatever decision he might make.

He tried to focus on Bakugou, on Kirishima, on taking care of them. He tried not to think about his mate, wandering alone in the cold, battling with his guilt, his sadness. He tried not to think of what Midoriya must be going through, how much it must have hurt to hear Bakugou say those words.

Seeing Midoriya so crestfallen had nearly broken his heart.

If Bakugou wanted to have an abortion, instead of keeping the pups, then Todoroki would help him through it. He would do what needed to be done, he would be as supportive as possible while handling this unexpected hardship. It was the least he could do, for all of their sakes. They had gotten into this mess together, and now they had to face the consequences. It could be dealt with, they would survive. Life would go on.

Whatever happened next depended entirely on what Bakugou wanted. The final decision rested solely with him.

They hadn't even begun to discuss the possibility of establishing a pack together.

Without Midoriya there with them, Todoroki wasn't sure what to say.


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