"You're late."

Like, seriously dude. We live in the same apartment.

"There was an old lady on the way, I just had to help her."

"Damn it, a valid excuse."

He chuckled at that, smiling apologetically. It was nearly 9 in the morning in front of the mall. We both agreed to meet there per Deku's suggestion. He arrived dressed up casually in gray cardigan, a dark green shirt underneath, black jeans, and a pair of sneakers. He didn't bother to fix his hair and his glasses are slightly titled.

Conclusion: His outfit is all over the place.

I approached him and gently arranged the frame of his glasses, inadvertently hearing the sound of his heartbeat.

It was really soothing.

It's not as fast as I thought, but not as slow as it usually is.

"So, where will you be taking me, Zuku?"

"O-Oh, right. Well I was kinda wondering we'd go see a movie."

I motioned for him to lead the way, which he did while smiling. I'm kinda curious to know what a date with Izuku Midoriya is like.

"That movie is sick! Like, it's actually really awesome!"

"Right?! And the twist with the old man at the end was amazing!"

Amazement and fulfillment is what it feels like after watching that movie. We walked out of the theaters and continued with our date. He's taking me to a small restaurant just a few minutes from the mall.

When we arrived, we were greeted by a nice young man and led us to an available table.

"It sure is nice he didn't recognize us."

I nodded in agreement. Who'd have thought prescription glasses are all it takes to hide your identity. I should probably try a baseball cap next time.

"Have you decided on what to order? It is a date, so I'm paying. I did ask you out. "

Hearing the "I'm paying" quote made me smirk like I have something devilish in my mind. Despite getting a funny idea to order the most expensive thing in the menu, I settled for a light meal so I won't feel bad about expenses.

I have to admit though, I'm kinda low on cash at the moment. With the whole scandal going about, I made less public appearances since. Hero work is where I rely on with a quarter of my finances but I usually make more money with live shows. It's not as fulfilling as being with the band when I'm dragging everyone else down because of a stupid reason.

Everything in the date was going fine until I hear a pair of familiar voices not far from us.

"How about this, Katsuki?"

"Go ahead. I'll get you anything you like if it makes your face rounder."

"W-What does that mean?!"

I turned my head to the origin of the voices, at the entrance, noticing two faces I never thought I'd see together.

"Is that... Kacchan and Uraraka?"

"And their on first-name basis... What the hell is this?"

It's not long before Uraraka saw the two of us on our table and she practically skipped towards us, Bakugo followed suit.

"Deku! Jiro! Happy Valentine's!"

"Happy Valentine's, Uraraka!"

"H-Happy Valentine's, Ochako..."

For a moment there, I felt really uncomfortable until Uraraka elbowed Bakugo's stomach, urging him to greet as well. It was actually funny to watch.

"Earlobes, Deku."

"Happy Valentine's, Kacchan."

"Yo, Katsuki."

While we're all on friendly terms, having bonded several times before. I felt completely estranged in this one moment. Like, I'm out of place.

Izuku and me are basically finished eating, we're just waiting for his credit card. After a short conversation with the other pair, we left the premises and proceeded to return to our apartment.

The walk home was tense. Even I could feel it. Izuku isn't saying anything, but I could hear his heart beating fast like he just finished 10 laps around the city. To be honest, I can hear mine as well... and it's faster.

Katsuki and Ochako.

Why does the thought of that piss me off?

It took a whike but we arrived at our apartment. I threw myself onto my bed, aka the couch and slumped into relaxation.

It's hard as fuck to relax while thinking about that.

"Here, Kyoka."

He placed something on the coffee table near the couch, something small. It was a box of chocolates.

"I know it's not really much, but here. Happy Valentine's day, Kyoka. I never did get to say that to you today."

What do you mean 'not really much'?

"Dude, you took me out to an amazing date in Valentine's day, and you're still giving me chocolates? Don't you think you've done enough?"

"...sorry."

He flinched at what I said. I didn't realize I was raising my voice and snapped at him. I sighed and sat down properly.

"No, dude. I'm sorry. It's just that... with things going on, I couldn't take it and I just broke."

Even though I said that, I still feel bad about snapping at him like that. I saw him shift uncomfortably in front of me, still looking apologetic for something he shouldn't be.

"Izuku, I had fun today. If anything, I should be thanking you. It's by far the best Valentine's date I've been in."

Honestly speaking, It was my first Valentine's date, so it's actually the truth.

"Happy Valentine's day, Deku. It was very fun to be with you today."

He raised his head and smiled... but it looked to be a rather pained one.

Damn it, he must probably hate me now.