Hey, guys! GOTA, here, with another installment of "A Homestay To Remember." As always, which girl do you ship with Izuku? And yes, it is obviously a harem but it is always fun to wonder! Enjoy!

Team Emerald Rose! {Ruby x Izuku}

Team White Emerald! {Weiss x Izuku}

Team Greenshade! {Blake x Izuku}

Team Golden Emerald! {Yang x Izuku}

It was in the middle stall of the men's restroom where Hitoshi could be found with the Ferris wheel attendant. Hitoshi held onto the stall for dear life as she felt the force of the cherry-popping attendant exalting his energy to the experienced teen. Hitoshi laughed in ecstasy, experiencing another sexual experience. To be a virgin, Hitoshi thought, he was too good to make a woman stringing her own chords.

"By the gods," cried the gray-haired teen as she was gasping for breath.

"Damn, your pussy is tight," said the Rin-looking attendant.

"Nope," interjected Hitoshi as she was snickering delightfully. "You're just blessed with a big dick. And you definitely know how to use it. Now, bone this slut!"

As the redhead secured his arms around her waist, she was crying out his name as she wanted to release her juices out to the world. Out of the many men she had slept with, he was certainly in the top three. Never in her many years did she expect a man that wasn't that far from her age to make her feel good.

The Rin-looking attendant bit into Hitoshi's neck. She didn't mind as it intensified the pleasure. Hitoshi felt his cock piping into her womb. She was fortunate that there was a condom in place or else she knew she would have been pregnant.

"I'm getting close, Baby Pop," cried Hitoshi as she used her teeth to gnash her blouse. "Jesus Christ of Azarath Metrion Zenthos!"

"I am coming," cried the attendant as he thrust harder. "I am coming!"

The rattles, the shakes, and the moans filled the room before Hitoshi felt him orgasming in her womb. She wasn't that upset, explaining to herself that he was a virgin. Nevertheless, the redhead had stamina. She was close to climaxing but she knew this was enough.

She made a mental note of getting his contacts. There was no way she wasn't going to let him go. Hitoshi panted loudly, wiping the sweat on her forehead as she got up from him. She proceeded in pulling her panties up as she heard him tying the condom before flushing it down the toilet.

Hitoshi turned her back to the stall. She reached for a piece of her wasabi-flavored chewing gum while straightening herself out. "You better hope, baby pop, that it doesn't flood the toilet."

The brown-eyed attendant swayed his hand, alerting that the certainty of that was very doubtful. "I doubt that. Plus, we were being careful and I also don't think many people would consider having sex in a crowd of people."

Hitoshi pursed her lips. Amazing that the cheeky virgin could be very naive about those possibilities. If only she knew of the places many people like her would relieve their sexual urges. However, she decided to put her sexual conquests aside as she wanted to know more about her recently acquainted friend.

She handed him a stick of gum. "Before we go any further, this is wasabi-flavored."

The redhead smiled. "No worries. Spiciness is my middle name." He delightfully accepted the gum and placed it into his mouth. "Actually, my sweet Gou gets this kind of gum. It is my favorite but in the top five."

Hitoshi raised her eyebrow when hearing him saying the name of his sister. "Gou? As in Gou Matsuoka? The former swim manager of Iwatobi High and now the swim manager at Keio?"

The attendant was reaching for his pants when the question registered in his brain. "Yeah! That is the only Gou I know."

"Wait a minute? You wouldn't be the Rin Matsuoka from Free, are you?"

A pregnant silence ensued for a moment. The attendant rubbed the bridge of his nose. "Free is just a television show." He showed a smile. "However, it is based on true events about me and my friends' journey back when we were in high school. I am an alumnus of Samezuka Academy and a former member of their swim team. Makoto, Haruka, and Nagisa are my childhood friends. Haruka and I became rivals with swimming and the show makes it very apparent." He looked to the ceiling before resting his eyes onto Hitoshi. "I didn't think there were serious fans of the series. It was very low-key and quite domesticated."

"Quite domesticated," said Hitoshi inquisitively as she giggled like a giddy schoolgirl. Her flushed cheeks and holding her face. "No way in hell! Dude, I had the biggest crush on you! I have all of your posters, magazine cut-outs, and even a body pillow!"

Rin crossed his legs. "Well, you have an actor's pictures and his body pillow. The talent agency wanted similar people that looked like us. It was like doppelgangers and understudies. They actually spent weeks wanting to detail every single event prior to finishing high school." He nodded in understanding. "I am humbled that you are a fan."

"All of your friends? You knew all of them?"

"People like Nanase, Tachibana, Hazuki? Yeah, we still keep in touch!"

Hitoshi began panting. Never in her eighteen years did she encounter a jackpot like that in front of her. By chance, the girl wanted a lick to distract him from setting up Ruby and Izuku. She felt that the gods were blessing her for her blessing Ruby for Izuku. Thank you, God! Then, she became perplexed.

"Wait a minute? How come you are a carny and not pursuing your passion to swim?"

"I am still an avid swimmer, but…." Rin averted his eyes. The redhead sighed momentarily before facing his damsel of the evening. "Some things happened following my departure from Samezuka. I went back to Australia and did time at one of their universities." He clicked his tongue. "I got involved in things. Starred in some films," he paused while rolling his eyes, "that I am not particularly proud of. Anyway, word got back and I was kicked out of school. Afterward, I returned back here in Japan and did a year or two working as a police officer. But I got bored with it and now, I am a carny."

"You certainly didn't allow your experience to go to waste," said Hitoshi while popping her gum. She made another mental note to contact her masseuse. She can feel the pressure on her back from that non-stop, vigorous sex. "I want your contact information after this. This won't be the last time we will meet."

Rin released a smile, agreeing to the same thing as he pulled out her cell phone. "I am in town for another two weeks before we move on to another city." He handed her his phone so she can program her number.

"Don't you worry," she said. "I have hideaways where I can scream your name out and cum my brains out without the bickering of neighbors or the police." She handed his phone back to her. "To be a virgin, you were good at what…" She stopped. The thoughts were finally registering with the information on what he had told her. "You said that you were involved in some films?"

Rin nodded as he received Hitoshi's phone to program his number. "Let's say money was tight and the kind of business I was involved in, there is an open market." He kneaded his finger before winking at her. "And I don't discriminate."

Hitoshi wouldn't dare cast judgment, especially since she knows where he was coming from. Be that as it may, whatever they have taught him paid off. She wasn't objecting to it. "So, you wouldn't happen to have Nanase's line, would you? Asking for a friend."

A few minutes later…

Hitoshi pulled Rin into another kiss as they stepped outside of the men's restroom. Hitoshi used her free hand to grip his head tightly and using the other to grip his dick. Rin was pushed back as their thighs were locked with each other. Like crabs fighting in a bucket, either party wouldn't let go.

While the duo was kissing, a family of four was passing through.

"My God in heaven," cried the brunette mother. "Do they know what kind of disease they can get just from leaning on the bathroom door?"

"Oh, get some," said the black-haired father and black-haired son who appeared to be five years of age.

"Gee, Daddy-O," said the five-year-old son. "Seem like they are playing Goat In The Stable a wee-bit too early in the night."

POW!

"Damn it, Shin," cried the mother. "We said no potty mouth words while on vacation." The fueling yet aggravated mother watched her son develop a huge bump on his head. She turned to the babbling baby. "Sorry, Hima, for doing that while holsting you. Hopefully, you won't become my second shame." Her eyes darted when seeing her husband walking toward the couple's direction. "And where in the hell are you going, Hiro?"

The husband panicked. Rubbing the back of his head, he said, "Nothing, Mitzi." He nervously chuckled. "Just passing them my card in case they need silverware since they are a couple."

"Or making a family," said Shin while snickering.

POW!

The aggravated, flat-chested housewife grabbed both perverted husband and son by the ear. "Alright, you lecherous bastards! Let's see if I can wipe the smiles off your face when we get to the hotel."

"Sorry, baby," cried Hiro.

"Yeah, Dad is sorry," said Shin.

"Alright, let's see how much you can miss your precious Action Bastard shows. And my loving husband, I hope you enjoyed that show because that is the only action you are getting on this vacation," said Mitzi as she dragged them away from the scene.

Hitoshi and Rin parted lips, creating a trail of saliva between the two. Hitoshi smiled as she blew a bubble from the gum that Rin was previously chewing. She stroked his cheek delicately. "Can't wait to take you to my bungalow. I can scream and holler and cum my brains out without pestering neighbors."

The redhead smiled while pecking Hitoshi on the cheek. "It was like God saved my dick virginity for a reason."

"Rin?"

"Yes, sweetie?"

"Don't make this any more awkward."

Rin nodded. "Understood, Hitoshi." The gray-haired damsel locked lips with him once again. "You better be glad that you are this adorable. I normally don't invite hook-ups to my private bungalow. However, I feel that this won't be a hit and run." She gripped his collar. "Seems like you will be hitting this supple ass and running it for my money."

"I don't know what to say," said Rin as he flustered.

"Don't say a word. Just make me come," she said she pecked him on the cheek. "But not now." She took his hand, intertwining them in the process. "I have some friends here that I want you to meet. Hopefully, they took care of their ends." As they were walking, she paused. Suddenly, the look on her face turned stern. Her eyes were turning pale. Rin turned and realized that the area was getting a bit silent.

As he turned, he saw a strand of Hitoshi's hair floating on each side. Her body remained still as the hairs were acting like an antenna.

"Hitoshi? Are you okay?"

"There is a darkness at bay," said Hitoshi in a flat voice. "Someone is placing harm on my Izuku. And for that, they must pay."

Rin watched as Hitoshi gripped his hand and they proceeded to run.

"Where are we going," asked Rin.

"Didn't you hear, a death warrant has been signed on the bastard that is going to harm my Deku," said Hitoshi as they were running. "And I am the motherfucking executioner!"

Meanwhile….

Izuku clenched his teeth upon seeing Katsuki in his eyesights. The look on his childhood friend's face was far from the usual deviancy of bullying, harassment, cajoling, and belittling. He was suited up in his hero uniform. He looked as though he was prepared for war.

"Well, well, well," said Katsuki with a sniveling grin. "If it isn't the defenseless pussy in plain sight." He paused, noticing Ruby beside him. "And you brought a guest! Ara ara!"

Izuku felt the touch of Ruby gripping tightly around his arm. He didn't face her. He didn't want to see her fear. It wasn't necessary as he could feel her shivering body rattling upon his. Izuku was nervous. He was always nervous around Katsuki, especially with his unpredictable nature. Since the day they have met in the apartment complex that the family once shared, the blonde had turned his primary days of youth into a living hell.

Judging from Katsuki's demeanor and appearance, it appeared he was out for blood. A hellish atake, if one will.

"Katsuki," said Izuku. "Whatever you have planned, don't do this in front of Ruby. She has nothing to do with this!"

His body instinctively stood guarded in front of Ruby. He pressed his back toward her, shielding her as much as he could. The atmosphere was growing tense. Suddenly, onlookers were appearing as they were witnessing the standoff between childhood enemies/friends.

"Izuku," whispered Ruby. Ruby shielded her eyes. She pressed her head toward his back. She was acting like a skittish kitten protecting herself from danger. Izuku stood firm. Despite this sudden confidence, he, too, was afraid. Katsuki was volatile, maniacal, and can become dangerous. Especially when he felt that his ego and pride has been shattered.

Katsuki wagged his finger. "No, no, no! You should've thought of that after talking about my mother." He gripped to the slingshot. "Let's see if you walk it like you talk it now, bitch!"

Whispers began filling the area. Onlookers didn't know rather to intervene, call the local authorities, or something. The bystander effect was making its presence known at the Ferris wheel. What was now a place of revelry was turning into a tiny stage that was going to become a deathmatch.

Izuku saw the water balloons. He wasn't an idiot to know that what was contained in those balloons were going to cause great harm. At this time, the only word he had for his childhood friend was unrelenting.

"Kacchan, whatever is on your mind, you don't have to do this," said Izuku in a calm manner. "What I've said was only words and words alone."

Katsuki wagged his finger. "You're only calm because you don't have anyone here to back you up." He stared at the covered Ruby. He clicked his tongue insincerely. "Is that one of the foreigner bitches?"

The emerald teen gripped his lips. "Don't take your frustrations about me out of her. Like I've said, she has nothing to do with this."

Katsuki ignored Izuku's pleas as he observed the redhead-brunette. "Cute girl, Izuku! What did you call her? Ruby?" He nodded his head as his eyes were staring at the startled Ruby. "I like that name. Such a precious jewel. Rubies are red." He gave her a sickening smile. "Isn't that right, M'Lady?"

Ruby didn't answer. She kept her head tucked behind Izuku. Katsuki walked a few inches toward them. "Are you shy, Ruby? Why aren't you answering my question? Shall I go and take you out first."

"Kacchan, this is…" He was interrupted when Katsuki shouted to the heavens. "Shut up, baka!" That alone silenced the crowd. "Shut up! Shut up!" Izuku could see the panting and the veins popping out of his neck. "Now, Ruby! The jewels are red, right?"

Ruby nodded in compliance toward Katsuki.

"There you go! That's a good girl," said Katsuki insincerely before looking at Izuku. "Seems like you got a good girl, Icchan!" He nodded while delivering his trademark sickening smile. "Quite unfortunate that she isn't going to enjoy your cute face any further."

"Where are you getting at, Kacchan?"

The blonde smiled. "You're calling me, Kacchan now! Funny that earlier you weren't saying that when you decided to throw jabs towards my mother."

"You started it first," affirmed Izuku. "You always talk smack towards me and always wanting a show to back you up." He backed up further, trying his best to keep Ruby safe and secure. "I didn't have any intentions to place harm or pick on you." He pointed at Katsuki. "You have started it. You decided to point out my lack of a quirk. You decided to pick on me. You decided to talk about my guests and say awful things about my inability to handle them." Izuku was growing angry with each sentence. "Do you think my agenda each day is to give you hell? The fact we are still friends shows validity more than anything else!" His emerald eyes darted at Katsuki. "I am sorry to call your mother that. And not because you are threatening me, but because I mean it. I never want to hurt you. Rather you realize it or not, despite how you fucking make me sick, I do care for you."

That is an unfair way of viewing things, Izuku.

That is not right. A friend is a friend that is loving, trusting, loyal, and overall protective. That is my role with my teammates. A hard role to get into, but I would be damn if I see others treat my friends as so.

You know, Izuku, people tend to externalize their weakness and project it onto others.

There are people that can't accept that the world is large enough for everyone to get something. However, there are people that believe that two is a crowd.

Ruby's words were seeping into his mind. He lowered his defenses as he stepped out of the Ferris wheel. Ruby was about to say something until Izuku raised his finger. He was letting her know that he was going to be alright. He hoped that this would be enough timing for Ruby to leave and get out of harm's way.

However, she remained in her place. Ruby gave Izuku a look to alert him that she wasn't leaving his side. Much to Izuku's dismay, he nodded in compliance.

What are you doing, Izuku, thought Ruby to herself. The teen felt defenseless. As much as she wanted to use her own strength to defend Izuku, she didn't have her scythe with her. That weapon gave a sense of confidence to defend herself from the Grimm and Beowulf at bay. Plus, she didn't want to place any harm towards Katsuki. As much as she didn't like the idea of a bullying childhood friend, this wasn't her place. Nevertheless, she was going to trust the boy she likes with his instinct. Seeing him stepping out of the Ferris wheel, she could feel the aura of confidence. She gripped to her heart, hoping and praying that he doesn't get hurt.

"Do you think I am moved by your apologies," said Katsuki. "I don't care anymore. I am going to show you that you are inferior towards me. Defenseless, weak, an easy prey, bitch."

Izuku nodded in disagreement. "You're angry but you don't mean it. You wouldn't do this to me."

Katsuki gripped the slingshot. "Think I wouldn't?! What's here to stop me, baka!?"

"I know you," said Izuku calmly. "As much as you love attention, you wouldn't do anything to put serious harm on me. Do you really want to risk it all over something I said about your mother."

Katuski stared blankly at Izuku. Seeing the calmness on the emerald-haired teen's face was getting to him. He tightened his stance, ready to engage. "Don't mess with my mind! I will do it!"

"If you would have, you would've done it without warning," said Izuku. "Within, you don't want to do this. You're angry. And right now, in front of this crowd, you wouldn't do anything detrimental. Think, Kacchan!"

"Stop saying my name like that," said Katsuki as he was turning red. He gritted his teeth frustratingly. Sweat was pouring out of his pores. He felt his hands soaked around the slingshot. "You are only like this because you are being seen is all and don't want to be pulverized."

Izuku snapped his fingers. "Even in your wording, it is off. You wouldn't use words like that." Izuku walked a bit further into Katsuki's direction. "If you want to settle this like men, then let's settle this. Just not here. You know you wouldn't risk expulsion from UA and losing the chance of being a Pro Hero. What would uncle and auntie think?"

"Shut up! Shut up!" Katsuki barked loudly, still gripping his slingshot.

"You're angry," said Izuku. "I can see that. I said I was sorry for talking about your mother, but harming me and Ruby isn't worth it."

"Make one more step and you are dead, you bastard," said Katsuki. "I mean it."

"Katsuki, you should be blessed that you have somebody that can appreciate you for you," said Izuku. "Not everyone can handle that. You aren't going to do this. If you want to get me later, fine. But, this isn't the time. And you know that your anger towards me has nothing to do with your mother." Izuku set his eyes upon the teen, which caused the blonde to fluster. "I know, Kacchan. I have always known."

"Fuck you," shouted Katsuki as he grabbed the slingshot.

"Izuku," cried Ruby.

Izuku stood motionless. Things were appearing to be in slow motion. He saw the sickening smirk spreading from Katsuki's lips. He watched as the balloon flung from the slingshot. Everything was slowing down bit by bit. He watched as the elasticity of the slingshot vibrated. His eyes were focused on the very thing that can harm him.

He could hear Ruby crying out his name. The onlookers were making an astounding roar. Despite his hidden nervousness, he stood afoot. At any point in time, he could have used his quirk to end this. He could have ran. However, he was sick of running. If this was going to be the plan for the rest of his life? Running away from his troubles? If it was his time to be with God, then it was time. At least he had a few moments to stand his ground to Katsuki. He shut his eyes, embracing for the end.

"Ride on, Shooting Star!"

Izuku opened his eyes. He was familiar with the origin of that voice. Izuku looked to the sky and saw a flying Vespa going at a high rate of speed. From his position, he saw the Ferris wheel attendant riding the Vespa and from behind, he saw Hitoshi holding onto a guitar. Her eyes appeared as if they were on fire.

Katsuki turned when seeing the flying Vespa going to his direction. The Vespa landed a few inches from the two. Hitoshi stepped out of the guitar. Working the helmet and sporting the trademark of a well-known Vespa driver, she stared into the eyes of the dangerous blonde.

"Who in the fuck are you," asked Katsuki.

"Stay the hell away from my Dekkun," shouted Hitoshi as she aimed the guitar toward Katsuki's direction.

Katsuki didn't have a chance. The moment his face met with the guitar, his body did a complete 360-degree turn into the air. Hitoshi stuck out her tongue as she used the guitar like a baseball bat and struck him again, causing him to fly into the air. Izuku, Ruby, and onlookers watched as Katsuki was flying in the air. They watched as he was flung several feet into a nearby fountain. They watched as a giant splash was made in the process.

"Wow," said Ruby in awe. "Big Sis is an awesome wonder!" Ruby rushed to Izuku's aid. She ran and embraced the emerald-haired teen. "Izuku, are you okay?"

Izuku was still reeling in shock by the sudden appearance of Hitoshi and the flying Vespa. He looked onto the startled Ruby before rubbing her hair. "I am fine, Rubes! Don't worry, I am okay!" Ruby's eyes were like flying saucers as she kissed him on the cheek.

"You were like very brave and I saw the confidence you exude," said Ruby.

"Something about danger and protecting the girl who cares about me make you do the unthinkable," retorted Izuku while returning Ruby's embrace.

It was met with another embrace by the gray-haired teen. Izuku and Ruby turned to look at Hitoshi. "Sorry, but I wanted to be part of the moment."

Izuku and Ruby stared at each other before laughing. "It's fine, Hitoshi," replied Izuku. "Thanks for saving me." He paused intermittently when realizing that something was off. "How did you know I was in trouble? Also…" He looked at the Vespa. "I wasn't sure we came here with a Vespa." He turned to the Ferris wheel attendant. "Is it yours?"

Rin nodded in disagreement. He pointed at Hitoshi. "Just say Hitoshi has a way of sweet-talking people out of things." He stuck out his hand. "The name is Rin by the way. Rin Matsuoka."

Ruby paused when hearing the name coming out from his lips. "Wait a minute. The Rin Matsuoka?!" She began squealing like a piglet when seeing food. "Oh my gosh! Oh my gosh!" She was reaching around her pockets. "I must get an autograph!"

Hitoshi stood in the middle. "Hey, hey! You can see, but don't touch. You already have your eye candy." She looked at Ruby before winking at her, which caused the redhead-brunette to blush. "And to answer your question, Deku. A big sister knows when their little brother is in trouble." She winked at Ruby again, signifying their yandere tendencies.

Izuku was feeling touched by Hitoshi's protectiveness. "Golly, thanks! You're definitely getting five stars on this Lyft ride." The emerald-haired teen winked as Hitoshi lightly hit his cheek with her fist.

Rin positioned himself on the Vespa. "Hey, guys, since my shift has ended, I am hearing about this upcoming fashion show at the auditorium. Supposedly, they are going to have a singer performing during the show."

Izuku patted his pockets. "I wish I can attend but I don't have any cash." It was when he felt Hitoshi wrapping his arm. "Don't sweat it, kiddo!" She informed him. "Big sister Hitoshi told you guys that everything is on me."

Rin patted his chest, raising the badge from his shirt. "And carnies get in backstage for free!"

Ruby produced a smile, holding Izuku's hand. "Shall we go, Izuku?"

Izuku looked at his cell phone and noticed that it was approaching near midnight. He hasn't heard any word from his mother. He didn't get any other connection from the girls either. And knowing if there was a concert, then his classmates were going to be there.

"Hey, a fashion show and the chance to meet a singer? Why not?" Izuku shrugged his shoulders, showing that he was willing to have a little more fun.

"Alright, let's make like a tree and branch out," said Rin as he grabbed Hitoshi's hand as she got on the Vespa.

"Jesus, you sounded corny," said Hitoshi in a laughing tone.

"Didn't stop you from earlier," said Rin as he turned on the ignition. "You guys don't mind about us going ahead, do you?"

Izuku swayed his hands. "It's fine. We know where to find it. We will meet you." Izuku and Ruby waved as Rin and Hitoshi rode toward the auditorium. Izuku turned to Ruby. "Ready to go?"

"Like yeah," answered Ruby as they held hands again.

Ruby smiled as she was holding the hand of the boy she liked. She was surprised by the sudden confidence that exuded from him. It was like transitioning from a boy to a man in the matter of minutes following their kiss on the Ferris wheel. She placed her hand on her lip, just wanting to be sure that the feeling was there. She wanted to grab her cheeks like a squirrel full of nuts.

"Thank you for the idea of going here instead," said Ruby. "I am having a blast!"

He nodded in return. "And thank you, Ruby."

"For what?"

"For thanking me. And thanks to the advice from earlier about Katsuki," said Izuku.

"No problem. What made you have a change of heart?"

"Believe it or not, I had a feeling about this for quite some time." He began to smile. "And seeing him like this only confirmed what I think."

"And what is that, Izuku," asked Ruby.

Before he could answer, he had heard his phone ringing. He grabbed his cell phone and saw that it was Shouto. He answered it on the second ring. "Hey, Shouto! What's up?"

"Where are you? We got word that Katsuki was on a tirade for your blood," answered Shouto.

The emerald-haired teen clicked his tongue. "Oh?! Don't worry about that. Katsuki is currently indisposed at the moment."

"Really? What happened?"

"Just say that a shooting star saved the day. Where are you guys?"

"Scrambling around the island looking for you," answered Shouto. "But since you're good, we can go to the fashion show."

"Cool! Me and Ruby are heading that way."

"You're still together?" Izuku could hear background noises. "I told you that foreigner girl is still with him, Mineta. You owe $25."

"Oh, hell! Why God! Why my life?! Why does he have a harem!?"

Izuku was chuckling under Minoru's groaning before hearing Shouto on the phone. "Anyway, I can get the gang together knowing that you are good and meet you guys at the show. We can finally meet one of the girls." He can hear Momo in the background. "Can't wait to meet your girlfriend, Izuku!"

"How many times do I have to say…" It was then Ruby took the phone. "Hey, whoever you are. Izuku is right. I am not his girlfriend."

Izuku was smiling before hearing the next set of words.

"I am Izuku's fiancee!"

[insert scratched record player here]

Izuku began to stutter before letting go of Ruby's hand and passing out face forward on the ground.

Meanwhile….

The municipal auditorium was lit up on this night on the island. With a thousand brilliant beams, yet the brightest lights of all were inside, awaiting the curtain rise. Masaru Bakugo felt like a chicken without his head. This was his biggest project and he didn't want to mess up. With his wife being occupied and his son being busy with his classmate's cousin, he can finally concentrate on what he knew best - being a fashion designer.

The backstage was like a circus. People scrambling left and right like an exposed ant hill. He knew he had limited time before the show was to begin. They were already behind schedule and he knew he had potential clients who were interested in purchasing his clothing to make clothing lines. Masaru tried keeping his composure. Not only was he helping nearly fifty girls, he was also in charge of the singer as well. If things go well, this could put him on the map.

"Where is the singer," asked Masaru in a frantic manner. The singer should have arrived an hour ago but still has yet to show.

"Relax, Mr. Bakugo. You know how late singers love to be." The blonde assistant stood calm as she held the items that Masaru needed to give to the other models.

Masaru rubbed his face in a harsh manner. "It does matter if they are taking up my cash." He grabbed his face. "If there is a God, then he wouldn't want this to be ruined." He then turned to his assistant. "And thank you, Melissa, for coming back here on this short notice. I knew it had to be hard coming back suddenly from the States."

Melissa rubbed the bridge of her nose. "Think nothing of it, Mr. Bakugo. Two things about me: science and fashion." She gave a peace sign.

Masaru began to frown. Melissa stared blankly. "I will try reaching for the singer again."

"Please do." Masaru said before hearing a crash in the background. Masaru rushed to the source while speaking in Igbo and French. Melissa, then, went to her phone to contact the missing talent. She decided to use FaceTime to contact her.

The singer answered in the third ring. "Yo! Hey, Melissa. What's the sitch?"

Melissa showed the singer-in-question the circus. "So the drama! Where are you, Neon?"

"Sorry, Melissa! Had made a wrong turn at Albuquerque with the tour bus," said the singer in a haughty laugh.

"Neon! As much as I like going to host clubs and all-male revues, this is serious," said Melissa. "Hundreds of people are expecting a singer tonight at this show and you are it."

"Relax, sweetness. I am coming. I will be there in three shakes of a lion's tail."

"Make it one! We need you." Melissa hung up the phone. She sighed through her nose. "God, where is Izuku when you need a stress reliever?" Melissa made a mental note to contact Izuku following the show. Although she was aware of the Beacon girls at his home, that wouldn't stop her from having a little fun with the cinnamon roll. She felt that the girls could learn a trick or two on pushing the right buttons. She licked her lips before tending to the needs of her paymaster.

Meanwhile...

Katsuki felt like putty. That was the best way to describe the pain of his current juncture. He tried adjusting himself as he was getting up from the fountain. Water continued spraying erratically onto his soaked body. He felt the bruises and cuts surrounding his body.

Adding insult to injury, the balloon burst which caused the fountain to sink deeper into the ground, creating a crevice. Katsuki spat, resulting in a tooth to fall out of his mouth. When seeing that, his fist clench into anger.

His thoughts were still fuming from the incident at the swimming pool with Izuku.

"What were those words you said to me, you baka?!"

"Say it one more time! Please, Izuku! I want you to. I want you to say from your slothful lips as you can taste the blood from your still pumping veins!"

"C 'mon, you bitch! C 'mon, you fucking pussy. If you said it the first time, then say it again!"

"C 'mon, you fatherless bastard! The son of a cheating mother! C'mon, you little pussy! Say it to my face!"

" I've said that the only thing that is pussy about me is my contact list. And last time I remember, your mother, Mitsuki, was somewhere in there. Let me think...let me think...now I remember. Under the category, "Hot and Ready!"

He had his now cut and scratched white knuckles from clenching his fist too hard and gritted teeth from the effort to remain silent. Katsuki's form exuded an animosity that was like acid - burning, slicing, potent. His battered face was suppressed with rage, knowing when he saw Deku again, it was an attack on sight.

As he was slapping rubble off his body, he saw a rope coming into the hole. He looked up and saw that it was Eijiro. He frowned at his friend. "The hell do you want?"

"I am here to help you."

"Don't need you fucking help, you traitor."

"Say what you want," replied Eijiro. "Just know it is here to get you out." Katsuki saw that he was holding onto the rope. Knowing that he would need assistance, he decided to take the rope.

"I am only doing this because I didn't have any choice," said Katsuki.

"Yeah, yeah," said Eijiro. "Be glad Ashido was kind enough to supply you the rope."

"Why would that bitch give a fuck?"

"Because that woman has compassion, sympathy, and overall, mercy," retorted Eijiro. "Now, hurry up! I still want to make it to that fashion show. All of us are going to be there."

"Deku, too?"

"All of us are going to be there and have a great time," said Eijiro. "No conflict tonight, okay?"

Katsuki didn't respond as he climbed out of the crevice. Eijiro had a bag that had Katsuki's normal clothes. "I am going to grab a bite with Ashido. We are waiting for you at the sukiyaki stand." He nodded at Katsuki before walking away.

This isn't over, Izuku! This is far from over. I am coming for the ass and please believe when I am coming to pound the hell out of you, I will! You will never embarrass me, you fucking baka!

To be continued….

BD: It has been quite a hiatus. A lot has been going on lately with GOTA and I.

GOTA: Yeah, but we are slowly getting back to the swing of things. We have works currently in store but slow progress. We have another chapter of Jaune x Blake from 'A Good Jaune Is Hard To Chase.' A Jaune x Blake one-shot. A couple of incomplete stories from 'Izuku's Mothers' and 'Izuku' Sisters.'

BD: Don't forget an incomplete chapter of 'I Am My Izuku's Keeper,' 'A Time of Departure,' and 'Whatever These Kids Call Love.' Oh yeah, the final chapter of 'Out of Character (Part V)' from 'Izuku's Sisters.'

GOTA: When things calm down, we will be working on our stories. Just remain patient. Stay tuned!