Once they arrived at Momo's place, the girl herself answered the door. "Todoroki, Kaho! You finally graced us!" She giggled.
"Sorry, Yaomomo." Kahoko sighed, kicking her boots off and putting them neatly in the shoe caddy. She walked into the living room. "Hey guys." She greeted.
"Kaho-nee! What's wrong?!" Natsume picked up on Kahoko's energy immediately.
Katsuki looked up, before jumping to his feet. "You sick again?!" He went up to her and felt her forehead.
She pushed him away a little. "I'm fine. I'm just…" She unzipped her jacket and tossed it to the side. "Itchy!" She pulled off her scarf too. "Where's Hitoshi?"
"Shower." Eijiro replied from the couch.
Katsuki stared at the dark lines wrapping around her arms and some of her neck. "What the fuck happened?!" He looked to Shoto.
Shoto sighed, meeting Kahoko's eyes. "She was kinda hit on by some guys who didn't understand the word no."
Katsuki glared at him. "And, where were you?" His hands started sparking.
Kahoko stood between them and grabbed Katsuki's hands, intertwining their fingers.
"Kaho!"
Katsuki stared at her, trying to cool his temper so his quirk wouldn't activate. "Let go, Kaho."
"No! I don't want you going at him for no reason!" She stated, squeezing his hands, making it clear she wasn't going anywhere.
Katsuki's heart thundered in his chest. "You got hurt." He growled.
"I offered to wait outside because it was getting stuffy. I didn't expect the guy to have spider web goop coming from his mouth." She shuddered in disgust. "For your information, it was Sho-chan who saved me." She didn't break eye contact with him.
He stared into her emerald eyes for a few more seconds before exhaling. He looked down at her arms, "They look nasty." He brought one closer to examine it. "Maybe we should get a doctor in."
She pulled her arms away and scratched. "It's fine, just itchy."
"Let me see, Kaho-nee?" Natsume took her hand and examined the marks closer. "Do you feel sick?"
She shook her head. "Just feels like I've been stung with a thousand nettles."
"Go and take a bath, Kaho-nee. It should wash out any toxins left."
"I'll take you." Momo volunteered. She took Kahoko by the arm.
"I'll be fine by myself." Kahoko insisted.
Momo gave her a look. "Kaho."
"I don't wanna ruin a good day, I'll get a bath and come back."
"Well, at least let me show you where everything is." Momo pulled her into motion.
"Sorry." She mumbled to the others.
"There's nothing for you to apologise for, I should have noticed sooner that something was wrong." Shoto stated. How could I miss it?!
She shook her head.
"Kaho-nee?"
She looked to her worried brother. She kissed the top of his head. "I'll be okay, I'm a Sano remember." She smirked before grabbing her bag and allowing Momo to lead her upstairs.
Natsume sat back down.
Shoto sat next to him. "Don't worry." He petted the young boy's head.
He nodded.
Katsuki exhaled and dropped down on a beanbag beside Eijiro. "That girl!"
Kyoka laughed. "Never a dull moment, that's for sure."
"Quick thinking, Natsu-chan." Ochaco remarked. "You're smart for a ten-year-old."
Natsume smiled. "I wanna be Kaho-nee's hero." He stated.
Shoto stared at him a little.
Hitoshi walked in. "That shower is amazing!" He exclaimed. He took in the atmosphere. "Okay, what's Kaho done now?"
They all looked to him.
"You know her, wherever she goes, trouble follows." Katsuki grumbles. "I did warn her that she was dressed too pretty, and she would get hit on."
"Well, there's hit on, then there's getting lassoed with icky goo." Ochaco stated.
Hitoshi's eyes narrowed. "What?!"
Shoto cleared his throat. "Some guys hit on her, then when she fought back, one of them used their quirk. It was like a spider's web wrapped around her."
"It's made a mark on her, it itches apparently." Kyoka added.
Hitoshi turned to Shoto; anger evident in his eyes. "Kahoko… she got hurt… in your care?!"
Shoto stood up. "Sorry." He bowed his head.
Everyone stared at him.
"Hang on! Kahoko said it was her idea to wait outside, and that you saved her. Stop beating yourself up. She's gonna be okay." Deku reasoned.
"Hitoshi-nii… don't be angry with Sho-nii." Natsume said in a calm voice. He was clearly getting irritated.
Hitoshi looked to him.
"I told her to take a bath to wash away anything that was left on her to cause her to itch." Natsume continued. "You know her, she won't let some creep be her undoing."
Hitoshi sat down with a huff.
"It's her fault for being so pretty." Denki sighed.
Hitoshi glared at him. "Her being pretty doesn't mean a thing! If Tama was here… those bastards would be dead." He growled.
Silence filled the room.
"I think I should go." Shoto mumbled.
"No!" Natsume grabbed his hand. "Kaho-nee would be sad!"
Shoto swallowed.
Katsuki ran his hand through his hair. "He's right… and remember what I said to you."
Shoto's eyes widened, he sat down again.
Kahoko gave a sigh as the hot water relieved her itching. "This… is perfect."
Momo sat on the toilet, reading a book. "Can't believe you, Kaho. You get over your cold then get yourself injured."
She rolled her eyes. "It wasn't my fault."
"So, did you enjoy your time with Todoroki?"
Kahoko nodded. "Of course."
"When are you gonna tell him?"
"Tell him what?"
"That you like him!" Momo put down her book.
Kahoko grumbled. "Not you too."
"What?"
"Sho-chan's mother was like that too. Apparently Sho-chan believes that I like someone else in your class, according to her." She added.
"Bakugo."
Kahoko whipped her head around so quickly to look at her friend that it almost gave her whiplash. "Kacchan?!"
Momo sighed. "He believes that Bakugo is best for you…"
"And he's actually told you this?"
"In a fashion."
Kahoko stared at the bubbles floating on top of the water. "I mean, I like Kacchan… I'm grateful to him, but I wouldn't say we're close. Not as close as Sho-chan and I are." She added in a low voice.
Momo giggled. "We know. Bakugo knows, that's why I think he's backing off."
She frowned.
"Yes, Bakugo has had a thing for you too… since the start I think." You're so dense, Kaho!
Kahoko bit her lip.
"Are you still feeling dizzy?"
"Well… you haven't exactly helped matters." She pouted.
"Sorry!" Momo laughed. "Okay, I won't say any more about it tonight, since they're both in this house… Shinso too."
Kahoko gave a nod. "I'm ready to get out now."
Momo grabbed a towel and held it up. "I'll let you get dressed."
Kahoko climbed out and into the held-out towel, wrapping it around herself. "At least the marks seemed to have faded."
Momo inspected the ones on her back. "Thank goodness." She sighed. "The boys can stop worrying now." She left the room so Kahoko could get dressed in privacy.
Momo walked into the living area.
"How is she?" Kyoka asked.
Momo smiled. "She's fine, the itching has seemed to have stopped and the marks are fading."
"Thank goodness. Trust Kaho to have us all on the edge of our seats." Ochaco giggled.
Shoto let out a small relieved sigh.
Natsume patted his leg reassuringly. "Told you. Kaho-nee is tough. It wasn't too serious."
Kahoko walked in, wearing sweatpants and a baggy t-shirt, with her damp hair tied up into a messy bun. "Sorry about that guys." She sat down beside Natsume.
Hitoshi watched her, noticing the marks on her arms and neck.
"Alright, how about a movie?" Momo diverted the attention smoothly. "I can sort out snacks and blankets? We can all go to the movie room." She added.
"Movie room?!" Denki and Eijiro exclaimed together.
"Just keep it PG okay?" Kahoko said, gesturing to her brother.
"You bet, c'mon!" She grinned.
Everyone got up.
"Boys you can choose the movie and a couple of you can grab blankets from the airing cupboard." Momo said, directing them to the movie room first. She flung the doors open and it was like a mini cinema with a giant wall to wall screen and comfy sofas and chairs.
"Whoa?!"
"Girls, come with me to get snacks."
Shoto sighed and followed them to the kitchen. "I'll help too."
Momo frowned.
Ochaco pulled Momo towards her, hoping she was out of Kahoko's ear shot. "He feels bad about Kaho's incident."
Momo rolled her eyes. "Let me guess, Shinso flipped?"
"Kinda, Todoroki almost left, but Natsu-chan made him stay, even Bakugo told him to stay." Ochaco hissed.
Momo sighed.
"Yaomomo?"
Momo looked to see Kahoko holding up bowls.
"Think these will be okay for popcorn?"
Momo grinned. "Yeah! I have ready made popcorn in the pantry, because I'm too lazy to make my own."
"I'll get it. Do you need anything else from in there?"
"Just have a look for snacks."
"Okay!" Kahoko went through a door and down some steps into the pantry.
Shoto half froze some sodas and made them into slushes.
"That's awesome, Todoroki!" Kyoka exclaimed.
He smiled softly. "Is Kaho okay? She's been in there a while."
Momo raised a brow. "More than welcome to go and check on her." She made eye contact with Kyoka, who smirked.
Shoto rolled his eyes but went down into the pantry anyway.
He found Kahoko reaching for a bag of popcorn on the top shelf. He smirked before reaching up from behind her and grabbing it easily.
She started, turning quickly, causing them to bump heads. "Ouch!" She whined, hand pressing to her brow bone. "Sorry!" She added.
He rubbed his jawbone gingerly. "It's fine, sorry I startled you." He handed her the bag that she wanted. "You should have called for help." He stated.
"I would've had it." She pouted.
"Yeah? How were you planning to reach it?" He folded his arms.
She shrugged. "I'm smart, I would have figured out a way."
He snorted. He saw the marks on her arms. "Do they bother you now?" He ran his hand over one gently.
She shook her head. "They're like a bruise… hurts if I put pressure, but the itch is gone, so I'm glad about that. Sorry, I always seem to cause you trouble."
"You didn't cause it."
She met his gaze. "It's because… I'm not as strong as Tama-chan… that you and the others end up saving me."
"Kaho… we're on the hero course for a reason." He petted her head fondly.
She leaned into his touch.
"Are you two having seven minutes in heaven in there or what?!" Kyoka's voice called down.
Kahoko flinched away from him and blushed roses.
"Seven what?" Shoto deadpanned, dropping his hand.
She stared at him. "You don't know?"
He raised a brow. "Sheltered kid, remember?"
She sighed. "Best you don't know then." She grabbed a couple bags of chips and made her way up the steps.
"You look flustered, Kaho!" Ochaco teased.
"Because you guys are coming out with awkward things!" She hissed.
Shoto took the sodas. "We done?"
Everyone took their seats in the movie room.
Kahoko claimed her spot in the corner of the L shaped corner couch. "Best seat in the house!" She stretched.
Shoto sat on her right. "Right, are you warm or cold?" He asked.
She grinned. "I'm good, you can stay."
He smiled at her. "Good."
Natsume climbed onto the couch and decided to snuggle up to Kahoko. "Thank you for bringing me, Kaho-nee." He got comfy, putting his legs over hers, practically sat on her lap.
She put her arm around him and began to play with his hair. "Thank you for being a whizz kid and figuring out what I should do."
He looked at her arms. "If I see the guy who did this…"
"Shhh… I'm alright." She soothed him.
Shoto watched them. It's hard to believe that Natsume is so young.
"Blanket for you!" Momo chucked a blanket on top of Kahoko.
"Thank you!" She shook it out and handed one end to Shoto. "Here."
He blushed roses but accepted.
"You can hit play now, Kirishima!" Momo announced, getting comfortable herself beside Hitoshi and Kyoka.
Katsuki huffed and sat at Kahoko's other side, next to Natsume.
By the end of the third movie, everyone was ready to call it a night.
Kahoko yawned, stretching.
Natsume rubbed his eyes.
"Okay, girls are in my room, boys are in the spare room, there's futons already made up." Momo announced.
Kahoko kicked off the blanket and stood up. "You stay with Hitoshi, okay?" She said to her brother.
He nodded. "Are you alright now?"
She smiled. "Of course. Get a good sleep." She followed Ochaco towards Momo's room.
Kahoko woke up before the other girls the next morning. She checked her phone and noticed it was almost noon. She got up and headed for the bathroom.
Shoto was downstairs making coffee for himself. He had found it hard to sleep, constantly replaying the day before in his head.
"Sho-chan?"
He jumped and looked towards the sleepy voice. "Kaho, good morning." He smiled, readying another mug.
She stretched. "Morning."
He busied himself with the coffee, not daring to look at her. Her just woke up face is adorable…
She absent-mindedly examined her forearm. The marks had faded to nothing more than dull red lines.
He made her coffee and handed it to her. "Are you feeling okay?"
She nodded. "Yeah, I'm good." She met his gaze. "You?"
He dropped his gaze and nodded. "I guess so."
She tugged him towards the living room and sat on the couch. "I enjoyed yesterday very much. I've never had so much fun in ages." She sipped at her coffee.
He smiled slightly. "Even after what happened?"
She sighed. "Yes…" She's mine. She felt a rush of heat in her face. Damn it! Stop thinking about that! It meant nothing!
Shoto caught the pink tint blossoming on her cheeks. What is she thinking about? He thought back to the day before, a little confused.
Kahoko felt his dual coloured eyes staring. She cleared her throat. "Are you alright?"
He blinked then nodded. "I'm glad to be spending time outside of that house and the school." He said.
She smiled. "Anytime you want a break, I'll join you." She stated.
He chuckled. "Sounds good." He drained his cup.
She stared into hers in thought.
"Y'know… I'm always curious as to what you're thinking."
She raised a brow at him. "What do you mean?"
"I mean… you can tell if people are dishonest, therefore are able to depict the rough truth… but you… you barely give anything away."
She shrugged. "I've got nothing to hide."
He scooted across to sit right beside her. "You know you can tell me anything and it won't go any further." He whispered into her ear.
She gave a squeak, his cool breath sending tingles down her spine.
"What?!" He stared at her, noticing her expression was a little like a deer stuck in headlights. "Sorry?"
She stood up. Damn it! She bit her lip. "Nothing, sorry."
He stood up too. "Kaho?" He stepped closer.
"I'm going to get dressed okay?" She flashed a smile and headed upstairs.
He stared after her. "What is wrong with her?" I've been physically close to her before… she's never reacted like that. Heck she holds onto me when we're in crowds… He swallowed. Could she really like me too?! He shook his head. Nah… impossible.
Katsuki walked up the corridor to the designated 'male' bathroom. When Kahoko stepped out of the 'female' one and bumped into him. "Whoa there!" He put a hand onto her shoulder to steady her. He noticed the redness in her face. "Kaho?"
She met his gaze. "Kacchan. Good morning!" She forced a smile.
"What's the matter?"
Nothing gets passed him, eh? She shook her head. "Nothing, I'm good."
He took her hand and pushed back her sleeve. "They look better."
She nodded. "Yep, it was a false alarm."
He sighed. "Still… if I were there, they'd not have a leg to stand on."
She patted his arm. "Well, thank you, but I wouldn't want to jeopardize your chances at becoming a fine hero."
He smirked. "Selfless as always."
She dropped her gaze.
It must have something to do with that icy-hot bastard. "You know… you can be selfish once in a while… just say, do or take what you want for once. Who knows, it might be something someone else wants too." He stated. Why am I helping him?! He's my rival…! He stared as her cheeks reddened. No matter how much I dislike the guy… he's the one she likes, he makes her blush like that… he's good to her and protected her when I wasn't there to… he makes her happy… that's all I want. "You deserve to be happy… no matter what." He reached out and petted her head. "And to be honest… so does he." He mumbled walking away before he took back what he said. I'd never make her choose when it looks like she already has chosen… He slammed the bathroom door shut and locked it, feeling his eyes sting. Don't you dare screw it up, icy-hot bastard!
Kahoko stared after him, after hearing the last part he mumbled. Is he talking about Sho-chan?! She sighed. Momo said that Kacchan liked me… and that he was backing off for my sake, thinking that I like Sho-chan… She headed back to the girls' room and flopped onto the bed, next to Momo, who was the only other one awake. "Yaomomo…" She whined.
Momo looked to her.
Kahoko looked up at her. "What do I do?"
Momo smirked. "Are we talking about what I told you yesterday?"
Kahoko nodded, pressing her blushing face into the pillow. "Kacchan… said something weird just now."
Momo frowned. He's letting Todoroki win?! "What did he say?"
"That I deserve to be selfish and be happy… something like that."
Momo giggled. "Well, he isn't wrong."
Kahoko gave an irritated sigh.
Kahoko walked into the living room where everyone had congregated.
Hitoshi looked to her. "Have you eaten anything?" He asked.
"Not that hungry at the moment." She stated, sitting down beside him. She looked around and realised that somebody was missing. "Where's Natsu?" She asked.
"He's gone into the shower." Deku piped up.
"Here, you like iced tea, right?" Katsuki held a cooled bottle in front of her.
"Thank you." She flashed a smile.
He dropped down beside her. "I'll get the train with you." He stated.
"I'd like that."
He glanced towards Shoto, who seemed spaced out. "You coming with us, Icy-hot?" He asked.
Shoto blinked and met his gaze. "Yeah." He looked to Kahoko, who also looked like something was bothering her. Why hasn't she said a word to me…?
She looked up and made eye contact with him. She gave a small smile.
He returned it, a little bashfully.
Katsuki rolled his eyes, seeing the interaction.
"I heard some second and third years will be coming to the training as some support." Denki piped up. "No doubt that creepy X-ray dude from yesterday will be there.
"He's not creepy, don't judge someone for their quirk." Kahoko added.
Denki stared at her a little.
Katsuki chuckled.
"Kaho-nee." Natsume walked in, towelling his hair. "Mom called to tell us that they're home now."
"Oh, good. We should head there too; I still need to pack everything for the camp." She added.
He nodded, before looking to Momo. "Thank you, Momo-nee."
"You and Kaho can stay whenever you like." She assured him.
"I'm gonna sort my stuff." Katsuki stood and went up to the spare room.
Kahoko also stood up with Hitoshi. "My stuff is already sorted; I just need to get my bag."
"I'll grab it for you." Hitoshi went ahead upstairs.
Shoto stood and picked up his overnight bag. He looked to Kahoko who seemed to be in her own thoughts. "Kaho?"
She blinked and met his gaze. "Hmm?"
His lips quirked into a small smirk. "You're at it again."
She felt her cheeks heat up. "What?"
He chuckled. "One day I will get a glimpse into that pretty head of yours."
Momo watched Kahoko get flustered, biting her lip. She stepped up. "Well, ask your teacher if you and Shinso can ride with us tomorrow."
Kahoko nodded. "Yeah, I'll ask him. As long as it's alright with Mr Aizawa."
"You ready?" Hitoshi and Katsuki walked in, bags ready.
"Yeah, thanks." She took her bag from Hitoshi.
Natsume was already slipping his shoes on.
Kahoko followed suit, also wrapping her scarf around her neck, covering her mouth.
"We'll see you guys tomorrow." Hitoshi grinned, waving as the five of them headed out.
They all stood waiting for the train, Katsuki was heading to his parents before going back to the school.
Kahoko sat down, the train wasn't due for another twenty minutes.
"I remember that hoodie, it's one of Tama's right?" Hitoshi broke the silence.
Kahoko looked down at her All Might hoodie. "Yeah."
He sat down beside her and stretched.
Shoto leaned against the wall and sighed.
Kahoko cleared her throat and stood up. "Does anyone what a drink?" She asked around.
Natsume sensed some tension. "Juice, please, Kaho-nee!" He piped up. What's going on?
"Same." Hitoshi said.
"Water, please." Katsuki put in.
She looked to Shoto. "Iced coffee?"
He gave a smile and nodded.
"Okay, I'll be right back."
"I'll come and help." Natsume followed her.
Hitoshi exhaled. "Wow. Can cut the tension with a butter knife."
Shoto looked to him.
Katsuki gave a huff.
"Strange isn't it? Three guys who all have feelings for her, escorting her home." Hitoshi chuckled.
Katsuki tried to contain his blush.
Shoto looked to the ground.
"Well… I've already lost." Hitoshi stood up. "I've been in love with her since we were kids. Yet, the two of you know her all of a month and…" He punched his palm.
Katsuki ran his hand through his hair. "You are the one who holds her together, Creepy-eyes."
Shoto nodded. "You are her hero; anyone can see that."
Katsuki looked to him. "And don't get me started on you."
Shoto blinked.
"Sho-chan…" He spat.
Shoto sighed. "It's just a nickname she gave me. Don't read too much into it."
He snorted.
"Hey, guys." Kahoko walked up to them. She took in their expressions. "Did I miss something?"
Shoto looked to see one of her earbuds in her ear, the other hung loosely. She didn't hear us?
Natsume passed a drink to Hitoshi.
"Kacchan?" Kahoko held out his water. "Are you alright?"
He flashed a rare smile that didn't quite reach his eyes. "I'm okay. Are you listening to your brother's music?"
Kahoko blushed, looking to Shoto for a split second, then cleared her throat. "Yeah... I am." She lied.
Katsuki frowned, stepping up to her and taking an earbud.
"Kacchan?!"
"This isn't your brother..." He muttered. He met her eyes. "You can sing too?!"
"Ahh... not really... um..."
"Yeah, she can. I heard her last week, in her room." Hitoshi stated. "Have you been recording something?"
Natsume frowned. "Kaho-nee can't sing, Tama-nii was the singer." He took her other earbud and listened. "This is strange."
Kahoko took the earbuds back. "Please stop."
Hitoshi looked to Shoto, who's eyes were staring at Kahoko. He knows something we don't.
"Well... I think you're great." Katsuki stated.
She gave a small nervous smile. "Thank you."
"It... kinda gives off the same energy as your brother's songs." He added.
"Train." She said, relief flooding through her as she heard the tracks whistle, signalling that the train was coming.
Everyone got on.
Shoto stood behind her, as if shielding her back. "Are you alright?" He whispered.
She gave a nod.
Katsuki, Hitoshi and Natsume were a few rows back from them and couldn't hear.
"Damn, Todoroki looks like her boyfriend right now." Hitoshi grumbled.
"Hey, kid?"
"Yeah, Ka-nii?" Natsume looked up at him.
Ka-nii? "Is it really strange for your sister to be able to sing?"
"Her and Tama-nii were polar opposites when it came to that talent. She was terrible." He replied.
Hitoshi nodded. "Hate to agree but yeah."
Katsuki sighed, watching the pair. "Icy-hot bastard knows something."
Kahoko sighed. "I goofed." She whined.
"Well... they'll find out sooner or later." He replied.
"But... I would have preferred later." She pulled out her phone and checked it. She had received a message from her mom. She quickly typed back.
On our way home – Kaho.
She looked up and something caught her eye. "Sho-chan..."
"Hmm?" He noticed her widened eyes and followed her gaze. "Gotta be kidding me."
It was the boys from the hospital.
And spider web guy was staring right back at her with a smirk.
Shoto tightened his grip around the safety poll. "Bastard." He growled.
"Don't make a scene, Sho-chan." She moved her hand on the poll to cover his. "Natsu is here."
He exhaled slowly. "What if he follows you home or something?"
"I have Hitoshi... and my parents are pro-heroes remember. I'll be fine."
"I should've grilled him when I had a chance."
"Sho-chan..."
He glared the creep down.
Katsuki watched them. "Why are they so tense?"
Hitoshi frowned. "Something must be going on."
"Kaho-nee is scared." Natsume stated. "I can feel it."
The two older boys shared a look.
Natsume snaked through the crowded carriage and got to the pair. "Kaho-nee?" He tugged at her jacket.
"Natsu, why aren't you with Hitoshi?" She hissed.
Natsume looked to Shoto, noticing his thunderous gaze. He followed his line of site and his eyes landed on an older teen with track marks that matched Kahoko's injuries, staring right back. "Was it him?"
"Keep out of it, Natsu." She warned.
He looked back to the other two.
Katsuki raised a brow.
Natsume nodded.
Hitoshi looked around and spotted the boy with the marks. "It was him." He said to Katsuki. "The one who attacked Kaho."
Katsuki felt his temper flare. "I thought he was a creep, but thought he was staring because she was with Icy-hot."
"Stay calm until we get off, don't want Natsu caught up in this. It seems the creep hasn't noticed we're all together. If he tries something, then we can get him."
Katsuki grinded his teeth. "Fine."
The train stopped and they all got off.
So did the spider web guy.
Kahoko looked to Shoto. "What's his game?"
"Probably pissed I froze him and took off with his prey."
"Let's go, Kaho." Hitoshi stepped up next to them with Katsuki.
Kahoko frowned. "Kacchan? Aren't you a few stops away?"
"I wasn't gonna stay on when that creep got off."
"So, gorgeous! You got yourself an army of boyfriends?"
Everybody looked around at the guy, the platform was now empty.
"Excuse me?" She spat. "If there's something you gotta say, say it."
"Well... I lost some street-cred because of you and icy dude there." He pointed to Shoto. "I'm here to gain it back." He released his spider goop.
Shoto pushed Kahoko out of the way and created an ice wall.
Hitoshi caught her.
"Hitoshi..." She whispered.
"What?"
"Keep Natsu safe."
"I'll keep you both safe." He smiled. "But I think you have two heroes ready to do that for me."
Katsuki leapt forward, hands sparking. "You won't touch her again!" He yelled.
"Kacchan, no! If you injure him you'll get into trouble!" Kahoko called.
Katsuki stopped, mid-attack. "Like I care?!" He still backed down. He looked to the spider guy. "Stay away from her!"
"How did you find me?" Kahoko asked.
Everyone looked to her.
"Can't just be a coincidence that you were on that exact train, in the exact carriage, at the exact time I was."
"Beauty and brains, eh?" He chuckled. "You still have tracks on your arms right? Caused by my webs."
Kahoko's eyes widened.
"As long as you have those, I'll always find you. I marked you as mine."
"Sick bastard!" Shoto growled.
Kahoko shuddered.
"I mean, I almost lost you, they've faded pretty quickly." He added. "So, if you boys will step aside now, I'll take her and go."
"I don't think so." Hitoshi kept a tight hold of Kahoko.
Natsume stayed behind them.
"Natsu... give me speed... and a bit of strength. When I say so." Kahoko whispered.
He nodded.
She shook Hitoshi off.
He frowned at her.
"Trust me." She stepped forward, past Shoto. "Alright... you can have me." She said, in a voice that would make any man drop to his knees. "I'm tired of these hero boys anyway, I need something new, can you give it to me?"
The spider guy stared at her. "Of course, sweetheart."
Katsuki stared at her. What is she doing? Idiot!
"Kaho..."
"Hear that, icy boy. She needs a villain to keep her entertained."
"How about I give you a taste of what to expect from me?" She smirked.
He nodded, completely entranced.
"Natsu..." She whispered, knowing that he'd hear her.
"Kahoko: faster."
Kahoko sped forward, readying her fist.
"Kahoko: stronger!"
Kahoko landed a blow to his jaw and brought her knee up into his gut.
He keeled over, spluttering. "Bitch."
"I did warn you. If I see you near me again... I'll end you." Her voice was dangerous. She turned and walked towards the boys. "Let's go before he recovers." She grabbed Natsume's hand.
"And you were going on about us getting into trouble for knocking him out?" Katsuki exclaimed.
"You're not allowed to inflict injury using your quirks. I didn't use mine."
"Well... you sorta did." Hitoshi laughed. "Seriously, you made me jealous of him."
She raised her brow.
Shoto stayed silent, his heart hammering against his chest. Calm down, idiot! She'll hear!
"You're scary, Kaho." Hitoshi ruffled her hair.
"I was freaked out that he was tracking me." She shook herself.
"Well, I'm crashing at yours once I've packed. So he won't be able to come near you." He added.
"Well, if you're alright. I'll hop on the next bus home. If I go back to the train station and he's there, I'll be too tempted to kill him." Katsuki clenched his fists.
"My dad is home, he can give you a ride?" She suggested.
His eyes widened. I get to visit Kaho's house? "Um... yeah, if he doesn't mind."
"He can't say no to me." She grinned.
"That proves that no man can say no to you." Hitoshi joked.
"I'm sorry."
Everyone looked to Shoto.
"What?" Kahoko cocked her head to the side.
"I wasn't quick enough to save you, and now he's come for you again. I'm sorry." He bowed his head.
Kahoko stepped towards him and reached out, petting his dual coloured hair. "Idiot."
He looked up to meet her gaze.
"I've already told you over and over, it's not your fault."
He felt warmth from her touch. He nodded.