[Ochako expected no different, but she still smiles very fondly at how fast that response came. She gets frustrated, of course, because she worries about him. Izuku is still the type of person to be reckless, and damage himself (physically, emotionally, and mentally) when he gets so far into his own head during a fight. But, the fact he's taken away a little from them all going after him, fighting at their maximum output for his sake - to bring him home and keep him there - it means a lot.
His trust means a lot.]
Deku, I've always believed in you. Maybe a little foolishly, because I see now that what you were doing to yourself wasn't good at all...even for the sake of what I thought, at the time, was heroic. I can't stop you from doing what you're doing, and I won't - none of us will - but you can't stop us from worrying, either. When you're hurt, we're hurt, when you're happy, we're happy. Being a Hero is...definitely way more complicated than I ever thought it was when I was growing up. ^^;;
But I know I'll always be a Hero who saves people, and protects their smiles. Yours too, you know. ♥ Your REAL smile, because I like it a whole lot. It's pretty dazzling.
[ It's the sort of familiar ease he grew to love in the UA dorms. He got comfortable enough to laugh openly with a group of friends, something he hadn't done in years. His real smile, not the collection of polite or appeasing ones he gives others when he's feeling nervous or awkward.
Always believed in you fills him with warmth like a sunburst, even if she tempers it with a gentle admonishment. ]
It is hard to remember that I get carried away. You're one of the people who sees that right away even when I don't.
[ Midoriya hid or downplayed a lot of what he was going through. He made it difficult for people to see, whether consciously by hiding the truth or unconsciously via his priorities always shifting to others. It's as Uraraka says; she had to get to know him to see it. ]
I know back home everything is changed forever. No one will be able to just forget what happened. But with you all, I feel like we can find a way to make sure everyone is safe and not scared again. Your smile tells me that. It's strong.
[ He manages one, a small smile down at his Omni, as he remembers the brave press of her hand. ]
[In their own ways, they've all come a long way. Ochako learned to grow strong, and believe in herself, her true self, a little bit more, and Deku learned how important it is to have people beside you that can support you. And, of course, bonk you over the head when you're doing something supremely stupid. Which Ochako herself is starting to get the courage to do - probably from a certain someone's influence.]
It's because we're friends. Even if it hasn't been a really long time, I feel like I know you a lot. ...And you're a really terrible liar. (▔∀▔)
Thanks, Deku. I appreciate hearing that a lot, cuz... Well, I definitely don't feel like it sometimes. Not on my own. I feel like I'm stronger when I think of, or am around you and Bakugou...or everyone else.
[But mostly those two. They just have a presence that seems to radiate confidence, courage, and a strong will. It makes Ochako feel like she can really do anything... Truly Plus Ultra.]
Anyway, my Omni is kinda blowing up...so I'm gonna turn it off to get some chores done. I'll see you around, ne? Come over for dinner if you want, too!! It's croquettes and shredded cabbage tonight!!
Yeah I'm not great at lying... Well you know, back then, it was you all who were strong for me. So I'm glad you're my friends. And thank you for listening to me today.
Oh! If you need help I could come over early.
[ There he goes again. He'd be sad not to help. He's forgotten that he's going to commandeer dish duty anyway. As a guest. As he does. ]
[There he goes indeed... Ochako is shaking her head, but she knows she would be doing the same thing if she were offered dinner at someone's house as well. It's just polite to clean up after one's mess, and offer aid when they can. Besides, maybe she can teach him something.]
It's a pretty simple recipe, I've done it a million times, but I don't mind if you come over whenever you feel like. It's never bad to talk to you. Oh!! You can set the table while I'm cooking.
[Which will take all of five minutes for three people, but it will appease the broccoli, she hopes.]
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[Ochako expected no different, but she still smiles very fondly at how fast that response came. She gets frustrated, of course, because she worries about him. Izuku is still the type of person to be reckless, and damage himself (physically, emotionally, and mentally) when he gets so far into his own head during a fight. But, the fact he's taken away a little from them all going after him, fighting at their maximum output for his sake - to bring him home and keep him there - it means a lot.
His trust means a lot.]
Deku, I've always believed in you.
Maybe a little foolishly, because I see now that what you were doing to yourself wasn't good at all...even for the sake of what I thought, at the time, was heroic. I can't stop you from doing what you're doing, and I won't - none of us will - but you can't stop us from worrying, either.
When you're hurt, we're hurt, when you're happy, we're happy. Being a Hero is...definitely way more complicated than I ever thought it was when I was growing up. ^^;;
But I know I'll always be a Hero who saves people, and protects their smiles.
Yours too, you know. ♥
Your REAL smile, because I like it a whole lot. It's pretty dazzling.
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Always believed in you fills him with warmth like a sunburst, even if she tempers it with a gentle admonishment. ]
It is hard to remember that I get carried away. You're one of the people who sees that right away even when I don't.
[ Midoriya hid or downplayed a lot of what he was going through. He made it difficult for people to see, whether consciously by hiding the truth or unconsciously via his priorities always shifting to others. It's as Uraraka says; she had to get to know him to see it. ]
I know back home everything is changed forever. No one will be able to just forget what happened. But with you all, I feel like we can find a way to make sure everyone is safe and not scared again. Your smile tells me that. It's strong.
[ He manages one, a small smile down at his Omni, as he remembers the brave press of her hand. ]
gonna start to wrap this.
It's because we're friends.
Even if it hasn't been a really long time, I feel like I know you a lot.
...And you're a really terrible liar. (▔∀▔)
Thanks, Deku. I appreciate hearing that a lot, cuz...
Well, I definitely don't feel like it sometimes. Not on my own.
I feel like I'm stronger when I think of, or am around you and Bakugou...or everyone else.
[But mostly those two. They just have a presence that seems to radiate confidence, courage, and a strong will. It makes Ochako feel like she can really do anything... Truly Plus Ultra.]
Anyway, my Omni is kinda blowing up...so I'm gonna turn it off to get some chores done.
I'll see you around, ne? Come over for dinner if you want, too!! It's croquettes and shredded cabbage tonight!!
gently burritos
Well you know, back then, it was you all who were strong for me. So I'm glad you're my friends. And thank you for listening to me today.
Oh! If you need help I could come over early.
[ There he goes again. He'd be sad not to help. He's forgotten that he's going to commandeer dish duty anyway. As a guest. As he does. ]
dhvhg it took me a minute and i feel dumb
It's a pretty simple recipe, I've done it a million times, but I don't mind if you come over whenever you feel like.
It's never bad to talk to you.
Oh!! You can set the table while I'm cooking.
[Which will take all of five minutes for three people, but it will appease the broccoli, she hopes.]
jfsdlf oh no /also gently burritos you
See you soon.
[ Compulsive urge to help appeased. For now. ]