On Saturdays like these, where even my favorite All Might movie is pointless to me, I just let the world pass me by. But unlike many Saturdays before, I am not home. As impressive as it was to dorm at the school of my dreams, not even those thoughts can push through my thoughts. In fact, being reminded that I'm constantly surrounded by people is making my mood worsen.

As I twist and turn in my bed, trying hard to keep the emotions at bay, I stumble on viewing my alarm clock. It was then that I realized I had been in my room all morning and pushing past 3:30. Then the thoughts about whether I had used the bathroom or eaten today came to mind. At first, I would rather let the day pass before stepping out of my room if it meant complete solitude. But at last, my stomach decided now it would let itself be known.

So, as I finally sit up and put on my All Might house slippers, I try to take deep breaths. Maybe I would be lucky not to come across anyone today. I genuinely hope that everyone was at least in their respective rooms. Or the very least, ignore me as I roam to part take in some form of food. With one more deep breath, I step out of my room.

Just my luck. The moment the elevator opened on the first floor, I was given a view of everyone in the common area. I silently hoped they kept to themselves as I walked toward the kitchen. But today, indeed, was unlucky. When Mina spotted me, I had yet to make it two steps from the elevator.

I was practically frozen in place as my pink skin classmate rushed over to me. "Midoriya!" No! I desperately tried to see if there was any way out of this interaction, but it was too late. Mina grabbed me by the wrist and practically dragged me toward the others. "Come on. You should play truth or dare with us."

"That's ok. I should…" I fanatically tried to find the perfect excuse, but I was coming up short.

"Come on, Midoriya! Even Bakugou is playing." At the sound of that name, I just wanted to run. I can't do this. Not today of all days.

"I can't. I should get back to studying." I hope nobody saw past my bluff as I tried getting free from Mina's grip.

"Nonsense. Think of this as a fun break. So, come on." That's when everyone started cheering for me to join them. But all I wanted was to run back to my room. It was a grave mistake to dare leave the safety of my isolation.

"Leave the nerd alone." At the sound of that voice, I turned to face him. And when I saw him, I regretted it immediately.

"Oh shh, Bakugou. You just don't want Deku to play with us."

"Let the nerd go." As I watched everyone argue with Kacchan, the room slowly became silent. The last ounce of my resolve was gone. It was then that I accepted my fate and sat between Ida and Todoroki.

"All right, Deku!" Even though I could faintly hear everyone around me now, it was still unsettling. Especially as I tried to keep my focus on looking down at my hands. "So, how about it? Truth or dare?"

Without a thought, I automatically answered. "Truth."

"Ok. How about you tell us something about you that nobody knows about."

I finally looked up and stared directly into Kacchan's eyes. "I sometimes wonder if I should have taken someone's advice and taken a swan dive off our middle school roof." The laughter around stopped automatically, and I took that as my chance to leave. And as I was near the elevator, I felt something was coming towards me. Without looking, I grabbed it and slammed it to the ground. After that, I got on the elevator and returned to the safety of my room. I even made sure to lock the door.

…

I still can't believe shitty hair got me to tag along for a stupid game. One after another, they either shared stories or were made to act like idiots. It wasn't long until I noticed the elevator had opened. When I saw who stepped out, I was automatically enraged. That was until I saw the look in his eyes. I recognized that face.

It was the same face he would get when he no longer could hold a smile. A look that screamed to be left alone. I hated that face when we were younger because I knew where it came from. Many times, I was there to comfort him. While other times, I was the cause. As long as he was left alone, he will be fine. I know he'll get through this.

Damn, Pinky! I know what you're trying from what shitty hair has told me of you. But at this moment, you're going to make it worse. "Leave the nerd alone." The way everyone looked at me, I didn't care. They even tried to say how I just didn't want Deku to join us. But they don't understand. And from the looks of it, Deku wouldn't tell them. This was bad. "Let the nerd go!"

Again, everyone argued with me. And then I watched in horror how Deku sat down. This was not going to end well. "Ok. How about you tell us something about you that nobody knows about." Oh no! That's the wrong thing to ask him at a time like this.

I knew what was coming as I watched Deku lift his head and lock eyes with me. Damn it. "I sometimes wonder if I should have taken someone's advice and taken a swan dive off our middle school roof." I knew immediately that he was referring to something that I told him. Even when the idiots around me became silent, I could only hear my words that day. All I could feel was the instant regret of how badly I had messed up. Even remembering how hard I ran to the school's roof in hopes that Deku wasn't there. How desperately I wanted to apologize but never got the chance.

I now watched as Deku slowly walked towards the elevator. I didn't get a chance to move as shitty hair rushed over to him. We all witness Deku grabbing shitty hair and body-slamming him hard on the ground before stepping over and entering the elevator. And as those metal doors closed, I saw it. The broken look still haunts my very core.

"What was that all about?" I quickly got off the couch and rushed to the stairs. I needed to make sure he wasn't going to do it. When I reached the roof, I was relieved to see no trace of Deku. With that, I went to my room and grabbed a few things.

As I made my way to the floor where Deku's room was, I saw that our classmates were there. And from the looks of it, Deku had locked the door and shut everyone out. That brings back unpleasant memories. With a deep breath, I opened the hallway window and stepped onto the ledge. I carefully used my quirk to get to Deku's balcony and waited.

Thankfully I didn't have to wait long when I noticed Deku's door stopped moving. At that, he took his blanket off his head. Which meant everyone had given up and left. So, I took that as my chance and opened his balcony door. I was somewhat grateful he didn't lock this, at least.

The look Deku gave me once he noticed someone was with him had me rethink my resolve. But there was no time to take it all back. "What do you want?" And there it is. I grabbed his desk chair and set it before him as I sat down. "Go away."

Now I couldn't help but look down at my hands as I tried to find the words to say. "I'm sorry."

"Don't you dare!"

I quickly put a hand up as I finally looked him in the eyes. "I know I don't deserve your forgiveness. I know I don't even deserve to be anywhere near you. But just this once…" I saw the anger and pain in his eyes, and I knew I did that. "I'm sorry." I removed my book bag and pulled out one of the items I had gathered. "This is the letter I wanted to give you that day but never got the chance. I know it's too late, but please." I now fought back my own tears. "Please… read it."

I handed him the letter and watched him hesitantly take it. It felt like time froze as Deku slowly opened the letter. I could hear and feel my heart racing in my ears as my nerves took over. The emotionless face he had didn't make it any better. After everything we had been through and our recent heart-to-heart fight, I wasn't sure if I could ever be forgiven. There are times when even I wish I could just disappear. But then, who would be there for Deku?

The guilt and shame I had been carrying for so long weighed heavier as the days passed. My thoughts were then interrupted when I heard the faint sounds of sniffing. I blinked a few times and saw how Deku was crying as he hugged my letter. With that, I grabbed the other items from my book bag. "Do you want to watch your favorite All Might movie together?" The way he nodded gave me some hope.

I set my laptop on his desk. But before I set up anything, I threw him my All Might hoodie. "What was that for?"

"Put it on, nerd." I stuck my tongue at him, and he chuckled. There's the nerd I knew. As the movie played, I sat next to him on the bed. A part of me wanted to hold him, but I wasn't sure if that was possible. Hence why I brought my hoodie. Would that even be considered enough?

…

I couldn't believe what was happening, especially after reading the letter from Kacchan. I know how much he struggles to talk about his feelings, but this was very touching. To learn how he waited on the rooftops in hopes of stopping me. The fact is that's why he would always block the stairs to the roof during that year. Even when we came to UA, he always got in my way of certain things.

In fact, I still was in disbelief at the parts where he stated he couldn't think of a world without me. Even knowing how he also had thoughts of committing the act himself. Then mentioning how, even though our friendship was unstable, he still cared. And now, here he is, watching a movie with me. I still haven't stopped crying from how sad and happy I felt.

It felt nice to wear his hoodie, but something felt off. And whenever I looked up at Kacchan, I couldn't help but spot the shade of pink that crossed his cheeks. Was he blushing? At that thought, my face started to burn. I tried to stay focused on the movie, but my thoughts kept returning to him. After all, this was the first time we were this close in a long time.

What was I supposed to do? That's when it finally hit me. Kacchan went out of his way to check on me. That had my face burning even more as I felt my heart racing. Kacchan cared about me. The thought alone had me instantly smile. Without much thought, I hugged his right arm. Before I could take back my reaction, Kacchan pulled his arm away and brought me into a hug. If my body burns anymore, I think I might melt.

"Are you feeling better, D—Izuku?" He said my name! At that, I wrapped my arms around him in return hug. And I nodded my head as I felt him tighten his grip. "I'm glad."

At that, I tried my best to look up at him. "Thank you so much, Kacchan." Then he went and did something surprising. He lightly bit the tip of my nose. "That felt funny."

"Oh, yeah?" Kacchan smirked before lightly biting my left cheek. Before long, I found myself sitting on Kacchan's lap as he would occasionally bite my cheek throughout the movie. As heavy as this Saturday started, it took an unexpected turn for the better. Even more, so that night when Kacchan agreed to snuggle as we slept.