Early the next morning, Hitoshi and Kahoko were up and ready to leave for school.

"Are you sure that you're okay?" Hitoshi asked. "You've been out of it since I came in last night."

"I'm fine. I think all the excitement yesterday knocked me a little."

Her mom came bustling in. "Alright, have you packed everything that you need?" She asked them.

Kahoko nodded.

"Well, take these for the drive." She handed her a box full of home made cookies.

"Thanks, mom." Kahoko gave her a hug.

The doorbell rang.

"That'll be Todoroki." Hitoshi stated, going to answer it.

"Alright, be safe and call if anything happens." Mrs Sano said.

"Will do, mom. See you at the weekend." Kahoko followed Hitoshi out.

Outside, Shoto stood holding his overnight bag. He looked up and smiled softly. "How are you feeling?"

She flashed a smile in return. "I'm good. Tracks are gone, so no more worries about creepy dude." She didn't quite meet his eyes before turning her attention to the floor.

Hitoshi noticed this and raised a brow, but decided not to question her, since she was already in a funny mood. "I think you scared him away."

"Well, that's what he gets for pissing a Sano off." She punched his arm lightly.

"Nah, that's a Kahoko thing."

Shoto felt that the air around them was a little tense. What happened? Did I do something wrong? Then a thought hit him. Bakugo was with her yesterday after we all went our separate ways. Did he say something?

"I can't wait to start training." Hitoshi spoke, trying to strike up conversation.

"Yeah, me too." Kahoko replied before yawning.

"Did you not sleep well?" Shoto asked.

Kahoko stretched. "I had a lot on my mind, don't worry." She added.

Shoto looked at her, he noticed that her eyes had dark circles underneath them, and didn't have their usual sparkle. Something more is weighing on her other than that creepy guy.

"We have to remember to ask the teachers if we can travel with the hero course." Hitoshi piped up.

She paused. "Yeah... right."

"Kaho." Hitoshi stepped in front of her, blocking her path,

She bumped into him. "What?"

He put his hands on her shoulders. "What is it?"

She felt her pulse race. "N-nothing. Please." She pushed his hands off her. "I'm fine. Just tired is all."

"Tired? Kaho, I've known you since we were kids. I know when you're 'tired' and when you haven't slept a wink worrying about something. You were acting weird when I came over last night too." He folded his arms.

"It's got nothing to do with you, leave it." She snapped a little. "C'mon, we'll miss the train."

Shoto's eyes widened. That's definitely not like Kaho.

Hitoshi sighed but stayed quiet as they made their way to the station.

When they got to the pick up point, Hitoshi and Kahoko got the all clear to travel with class 1A.

"Kaho!" Momo hugged her. She pulled away to look at her friend's face. She noticed the distant look in her eyes. "What happened?" She whispered, looking over to Hitoshi and Shoto who were stood at the luggage storage under the bus to put their bags in.

"Yaomomo..." She breathed. "Can... I sit with you?"

"Of course!" She looked over to the boys. "I'm claiming Kaho as my seating partner okay?!" She took the green-eyed girl's hand and dragged her to the door.

They sat far back in the bus.

Katsuki walked up the gangway and spotted Kahoko. Damn... she looks like she hasn't slept. I did that? He met her gaze and gave an awkward smile.

She nodded her head.

"Is it something to do with Bakugo?" Momo whispered.

Kahoko took out her cell and typed a message: He kissed me. She showed Momo.

Momo's eyes widened. "He what?!" She mouthed.

Kahoko hid her face.

Momo took the phone and typed another message: But I thought his speech yesterday was him letting Todoroki win?!

Kahoko shrugged. He said that Sho-chan wasn't the worst choice and later he text saying that he'd always be there to catch me or something. My head is a mess.

Momo sighed. Maybe it was like a kiss to show you he's not hiding his feelings any more and he wanted you to know.

If he knows I like Sho-chan... why would he do that?

Momo stared at her. At least you admit it now. She smirked.

But now I can't even face Sho-chan without feeling... weird.

Momo sighed.

Kahoko rested her head on Momo's shoulder and closed her eyes. The noise on the bus was starting to make her feel unwell again, along with everything else spinning in her head.

"Yeah, you look like you need a nap." She whispered, patting her leg. "Don't worry, things will turn out alright in the end."

Shoto sat down beside Deku a few rows away from Kahoko and Momo. He looked back at them with a sigh. He noticed the exchange between Kahoko and Katsuki and now he was sure that Katsuki had said or done something to cause her to act strange.

"What's the matter, Todoroki?" Deku asked in a low voice.

"Kaho... she has barely said anything to me since I walked with her, Bakugo, Natsu and Shinso home. I went to mine and Bakugo went to her place to get a lift home from her dad."

"Why didn't he just stay on the train?" Deku frowned.

"The creep that caused those marks yesterday was able to track her down and he tried to take her again. I mean, Kaho was able to knock him out, but Bakugo was worried."

Deku nodded slowly.

"I think... maybe something happened when he was at her place." Shoto bit his lip. "What if he confessed...?"

"If he had and she accepted, I'm sure he would've made it be known." Deku stated.

Shoto shrugged. "True. But why is she acting weird then? She clearly hasn't slept."

"Maybe she was freaked by the stalker?"

Shoto shook his head. "Shinso stayed the night after seeing his parents, she was safe. Plus her parents were home." He looked again to see Kahoko resting her head on Momo's shoulder. "I think she's sleeping." He breathed.

"Well, you have all week to sort things out." Deku smiled. "It's Kahoko. She'll be alright soon."

"I sure hope so. I... can't lose her, Midoriya." Shoto added in a low voice.

"You won't. Kahoko isn't one for just dropping her friends."

Kahoko woke up about an hour into the drive.

"Feeling better, sleepy head?" Momo asked.

Kahoko blushed. "Sorry about that." She mumbled. "The loud sounds here were getting to me."

Momo laughed. "It's perfectly alright. You looked super tired."

Kahoko yawned, rubbing her eyes.

"Hey, ladies!" A purple head of... balls? Popped up from the row in front. "So, you're the beauty of class C?"

"Mineta, shove off." Momo warned.

"Who is he?" Kahoko whispered.

"He's a big pervert, I'd keep your distance." Ochaco called.

Kahoko pulled her scarf closer. "Go away." She said.

"Jeez. They said you were nice. At least what they said about your looks is true-"

"Shut it and sit down." Katsuki had stood up, glaring at Mineta.

"What? Is she your girlfriend?" Mineta teased.

The whole class looked to Katsuki for an answer.

"No..." He gritted his teeth. "Just back off."

"Okay, okay!" Mineta sat back down.

"He's on the hero course?" Kahoko hissed at Momo.

"Unfortunately." She sighed.

Kahoko looked to where Katsuki was sitting. She pulled out her phone. Thank you -Kaho. She watched him pull out his phone and check the message. She noticed a small smile cross his face.

I've got your back. - Kacchan.

Momo glanced over at Kahoko's phone screen and smiled.

Shoto unclenched his fists. He pulled out his phone too. You alright? - Sho.

Kahoko swallowed staring at his message. She looked up and met his gaze. She nodded. I'm fine, sorry if I seemed off this morning.- Kaho.

Do you wanna talk about it? - Sho.

I was just on edge last night and couldn't sleep. Don't worry. - Kaho. It wasn't a total lie. But how could she tell him that Katsuki had kissed her? That he confessed his feelings. That he knew she liked Shoto and told her that he is fine if it's him... Her insides turned in knots again.

Shoto could see in her eyes that she was fighting an emotional battle within. He opted for another tactic. He clicked on Katsuki's contact. What happened between you and Kaho? - Todoroki.

Nothing important. She told me about her inheriting her brother's quirk though. - Bakugo.

Shoto swallowed. She told him... must've been because of what he heard on her mp3. He must've gotten curious. He typed back. He felt something in the pit of his stomach. Anything else? She's been acting strange all morning. - Todoroki.

Now that would be telling. - Bakugo. Katsuki smirked a little. He didn't like that he'd possibly ruined his friendship with Kahoko, but he was entertained by the fact he could have one over on Shoto. If she doesn't want me, I at least want her to be happy. If he is it, then so be it. Won't stop me having a little fun at his expense though.

Shoto stared at the words. So, something did happen? He exhaled, his head spinning with thoughts.

He typed a sentence on his phone and poked Deku's shoulder to gain his attention. He showed him the message. I think I need to say something about how I feel to Kaho. Soon.

Deku's eyes widened. He grinned. "I knew it."

Shoto blushed and typed something else. Don't be like my brother. Please.

Deku chuckled. "Alright." He hummed in thought. "This week maybe a good chance?"

Shoto nodded. "Maybe." He looked back again to see Kahoko reading a book whilst listening to her music.