[Big surprise there. Bakugo already knew about that one. Shoto's more or less been in the safety of UA while he was growing into the hero he wanted to be. But once out of it, in the real world, with society repairing itself and some, not all, but some of the previous bad habits showing back up (egotistical reporters and shit), it'd only been a matter of time before the unsavory attention was called onto his admittedly-gorgeous boyfriend.
Finally it pissed him off enough he slammed down the proverbial gauntlet and told the rest of the entire fucking world to back the fuck off. Shoto Todoroki is his and y'all can shut the fuck up and die!
DON'T CALL HER 'SWEET'!!]
Spelling it out like that is real suspect, Shoto... I'll make a bunch.
[And adds some things to the list he texted earlier.]
[Yeah. To absolutely no one's surprise no matter how Shoto tries to anticipate society past what he's been taught, he doesn't have all the capabilities when it comes to social interaction. Fight him on the stages or meet him on a battlefield and things are different, but without Bakugo there he probably never would've understood until it was just too awkward for both of them and left. Thankfully, much better things came of it. He's not the only good looking one, though. Shoto is his and never won't be his.
She's sweet. Deal with it.]
Oh? Is it?
[Can Bakugo read the sarcasm? He knows. Bakugo can't see the soft, very obvious smile on his face to see his first name. It's something he likes more than he says, just so that Bakugo doesn't feel put off saying it when he does. Or typing it.]
Yes. Text me when you're on your way home. Take your time and be safe.
[Bakugo's well aware of that and after things began to thicken between them, he looked out more for Shoto personally, instead of leaving it to Deku and others to do it. Watching him when the reporters came, eyes narrowed as his growing legion of fans began to follow him, insisting on being there when the other boy was called out for a modeling shoot (because why the hell would one of Japan's Hottest Heroes NOT be asked to model underwear almost as soon as he turned 18?), and others. Until finally, when their relationship went "click" into official and Bakugo immediately went from "guardian" to "GUARD DOG" with all of that. Modeling's fine, so long as the camera doesn't start asking for his boyfriend to "show a little more skin".
He blew up one of the red-white speedos they wanted Shoto to wear. Obvious enough answer?]
Wow, sarcasm lessons are working out.
[He recognizes when Shoto does it. Despite his sometimes inability to "get" sarcasm, the guy can toss it unconsciously well, and consciously other times. As for that name, sometimes it slips out, and sometimes it doesn't.]
[All that in mind and it's never been a falsity that Shoto has trusted what Bakugo said. Even if other people, yes, tried to look out for him their gentle proddings never help him set boundaries like the loud, booming "Are you a fucking moron?"-esque retorts usually did. Bakugo's just always had a way with things that Shoto appreciates. There's no guess work, mostly.
Should've just kept them for later. These days, the only 'more skin' that anyone gets to see is Bakugo. Shoto doesn't mind shirtless, but anything else or too revealing and he feels like it's infringing on his relationship. Which as much as endorsements are great, he wouldn't want to trade for them.]
I've been practicing.
[The smile turns into a small smirk.]
When you're too busy rightfully kicking someone's ass. Then I get to see it on TV. Speaking of, I'm going to have the day off for your interview. I arranged it so I can be there in the audience.
[Some people would give Shoto a weird look for appreciating that kind of insulting explosion questioning his understanding of whatever situation the blonde was railing at him about. It made some of the interviews really strange, considering Bakugo would still yell at Shoto despite it being known they were a dating couple. No one asked him on air, but a few times some people asked the Half-Cold, Half-Hot hero how he put up with it.
At most Bakugo's find with boxer brief modeling and swim trunk modeling. He's done modeling gigs as well, and should Shoto have objections to something Bakugo either doesn't know or didn't catch, the blonde defers to his boyfriend. If Shoto's not comfortable with him wearing that cause it's infringing, then Bakugo's no fucking wearing that. Simple.]
How? One-lining yourself in the fucking mirror?
[There's a hilarious (and stupid) mental image.]
YOU STILL GET TOLD! Ugh, fucking hate those things. They still keep bitching about my language or my image. Least Denim Head's eased on me.
[While his mentor continues to facepalm in frustration over his chosen protege's continue abrasive nature.]
[Anyone who already didn't know how to "put up" with Bakugo didn't deserve to know him. It's learning to understand him that was momentarily difficult, but everything he does or says just has a veneer under the rough parts instead. As long as someone takes that time to see through it, he's certainly worth it. If anyone asks him, his answer is the same: "I don't put up with him". He doesn't, that is his boyfriend and whom he has chosen to be with. He adores every moment.
Even ones being asked how he practices sarcasm. And definitely the modeling jobs that he's done. There's very little he would say no to as long as Bakugo maybe enjoyed private try on sessions at home, too.]
Watching American and British movies.
Yes, I do. You're busy in the moment, though and I'd rather you concentrate on that than worry that I won't know until a bit later you'll have to be late. If they get upset about whatever you say, then they didn't know who they were interviewing and I find that highly doubtful. Besides, your fans enjoy you as you are. I know I do. I think you do great on TV.
[His response has certainly caught plenty of questioners off guard, but if they take some time to think about it, the answer makes a lot of sense. Bakugo usually doesn't have to answer much about Shoto because he's made it clear he doesn't talk about his boyfriend. Questions regarding the other hero are usually met with a snappy "Fucking ask him yourself!" and storming off. So long as that questioning doesn't take too long because Bakugo's not going to let some damn interview or nosy fan keep him from any kind of plans he's already made with the other hero.
Okay so... there may have been a number of private "try on" sessions at home. How else are they going to know neither wants the other to go strutting in that stupid speedo without at least checking it out in private... Yeah, only Bakugo gets to see Shoto in that kind of risque covering.]
That's gonna fuck you your vocabulary.
[Try not to adopt too many cuss words learning English from those movies... The American ones at least]
How about I DON'T tell you I'm gonna be late, so if the fucking thing goes over, I have an excuse to walk the fuck outta there because I've got a date to keep!
THEY KEEP CENSORING ME, DAMMIT!!
[Yeah, cause there's an obscenity law, Bakugou. Sheesh. The networks can't do anything about that.]
[Shoto, mainly, doesn't care what people think of him dating Bakugo. They're not the ones that run his life, no one but him runs his life. Not even Bakugo if the youngest Todoroki wants to dig his heels in and be a brat. He just finds no reason to and is on board with things not taking that long. Finding days off is hard when it's both of them and for full days enough to go out. They both have little choice to stop for their fans and public but it's easier to avoid if they can.
With how good Bakugo looks in everything he's brought home, Shoto hopes he never skimps on the clothing endorsements. He will continue to do the same considering the outcome it usually brings.]
It's just reinforcement. I'll be careful, though.
[Yet again, Bakugo worrying for him. Best boyfriend.]
A good idea, but you wouldn't. You're a dedicated hero and one of the best. Though, that isn't a lie if you told them. I'd like it to be a date. We haven't been on a date in a while.
They do. It's unfair but they also will have to maybe come half way and meet you with a bleeper button. Really it's not much to ask. No matter what they do, I'll be there.
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[There've been times, plenty of them, when Shoto's dug his heels in like that. Sometimes it's turned into arguments between them, but each time they've managed to come out of it well enough. Learning to live with someone else and love them is not as easy as some of those shit movies his mom used to watch makes it seem. Made even more difficult with their heroic lives taking a lot of their time away from each other. Nature of the damn game and all. Still, a pain in the ass if he's honest. The times the do get off is worth the effort at least.
It's not like he brings him a lot of risque stuff. There have been suits, summer wear, athletic wear, even school uniforms (ironically enough). Most of it's been hella fun at least.]
Uh-huh. You better.
The hell I wouldn't! A date with you is more important than some fucking interview going into overtime!
[He sure would walk off the set once the time was up. Did it before (hadn't been the best PR but you know...) Shoto's the better choice.]
Why the hell HAVEN'T they used a fucking bleeper button instead of whacking my entire damn segments out?!
[Every relationship has its ups and downs and no matter what the tiff might be, Shoto never finds any reason for it to be game ending. He can't pinpoint the moment he started to love Bakugo with not understanding it at first, but he does. Their lives aren't made easy by being heroes, but at least both of them understand the overarching problems and both of them have those overarching problems.
To be real, just seeing Bakugo in nice outfits? That's enough for Shoto sometimes. Nice outfits on the floor, too, are just as good. Except that uniform, that one can hang around. Save for seeing him come home battle torn, but safe, is another. Best not to dwell on it, Shoto still has to go to the store and Bakugo is out.]
I'm getting in the car. If I run a red light, does that mean you'd have to come stop me? Then you'd have more excuses.
[That's why Shoto's going to stay in the audience, Bakugo deserves the recognition that he works hard for and there's no reason not to stay around if Shoto is right there, silently cheering him on. Number one fan for the hero who would always be number one to him.]
I'm not sure. You might want to talk to your booking agent and find out, I think it would be beneficial. It's not that everyone doesn't already know your vocal habits. If you find that they're insufficient as an agent I can recommend a few.
[Not really worth trying to pinpoint the exact moment, though there are times Bakugo can recall when he started to notice things or think differently about the other boy. Frustrating times cause he couldn't fucking believe he just thought that about fucking Half-n-Half. But more and more happened and despite some attempts to resist it or deny it, eventually the truth came out and now all this.
Heh, nice outfits on the floor. It's probably not surprising a lot of their clothes try on's together end up with a working on improving skills regarding taking said clothes off. And having to wash them afterwards some other times. Like the fucking school uniforms. Sometimes their hero costumes also get roughed up... not just in battle, but in post-battle impatient stress relief.]
DON'T FUCKING DO THAT, YOU MORON! You want points on that brand new license of yours?!
[If he were there in person, Bakugo would've smacked him upside the head. Dumbass... As for Shoto in the audience, it has helped a few times, kept him more calm and not as ready to rage. But it's always a trigger risk for the blonde's attitude during interviews. Go figure.]
My agent's fucking fine. Denim Head's got shit worked out. If the networks can't handle it, that's their god damn problem. They're the ones that keep calling me back in.
[No, it isn't. All that really truly matters is the feelings that are now and the nostalgia can just happen on its own. He loves Bakugo and that's all that matters. Though, the past is nice to think about once in a while, their future and present is what Shoto is more concerned with.
The hero costumes likely get a good work out that isn't even villain chasing on stressful missions or stressful times. That's for sure. The get through the door/pin to the door is strong when you barely make it out of something alive and unscathed.]
If I explained I missed you they couldn't convict me, could they? They could. I know. I won't run any lights, I don't want to attract attention to myself either. I'll be slow responding, I'm going to drive soon.
[True to form he's driving so it's not until he stops that he's looking at his phone either.]
They should. You are an inspiration to a lot of young heroes.
[Can't have the present or the future without the past, though Bakugo likewise doesn't spend much time dwelling on the past outside of random times when he's alone or if he needs it. Far more enjoyable is spending time with Shoto now and basking in the present, whether it's fighting along side him, chafing under his random comments, or melting into the bed beneath him as he pulls Shoto down for another scorching kiss.
Shit, gave himself a semi...
Look, Shoto might have five pee-pees on his costume, but Bakugo only cares about the one dick his boyfriend's got. Meaning that costume has certainly seen a more than a few outside-of-battle visitations, whether it's pinning Shoto to an alley for a quickie or dropping onto the bed with barely a concern about whether the door got locked.]
Don't fucking text while you drive, dammit! Either call me or wait until I get back.
[It's not worth any kind of risk to Shoto to keep the conversation going while he's behind the wheel. Even if the guy's reaction speed is top notch, other people and surprises will still render all that moot.
At least the break in time means Shoto did the sensible thing.]
Then they shouldn't take my segments off the fucking air!
[Their future is far brighter than it used to look while they were in school dealing with all the things they did. But, nowadays with work some things felt simple even back then and looking to future times and days with Bakugo makes it even better. Then again the adversary that they had to persevere through is a testament to why they're probably due a lifetime of this togetherness.
Right down to the thoughts and memories of stolen kisses and very heated exchanges in the various rooms of their house. Something Shoto isn't allowed to think about either while he's driving. Maybe both of them should save it until they're in the confines where they can make new memories to torment themselves with later.]
Calling you would give away your position if someone is looking for an escort. That means longer to get home. They really shouldn't take them off the air. I'll stand in solidarity, if they do it again I won't work with their network.
[For all the effort they did in high school, war included, sometimes Bakugo feels like they've got their hardest work ahead of them. Reforming, repairing, and improving their society together is a challenge for everyone. They're not politicians, they're not making laws, but they're the ones who've seen the results of what their past and upbringing has led society to. They're they ones that need to step up and make those changes. Graduating's freed them to do that, but...
There are many days Bakugo is insanely glad to sink down beside Shoto and bask in his presence. Relaxing with the guy who's not going to talk his ear off or drag him to go to different places. Or blowing off steam and heating things up with that passion they can flare up together. Some day... they're gonna christen that car and Shoto's gonna have a worse time driving it.]
It'll take as long as it fucking takes. If I can't answer, I won't.
Heh, go for it.
[Better check with the networks for that one, Shoto. There are censorship laws for a reason.]
[At least both of them are looking in directions to their past and future and both have it covered. Everything is difficult in their job, complicated by more things like that yes. But it does make it so much more better and so much more worth the effort where each other are concerned on a person to person basis. It makes it suck just that extra more, though, when there are emergencies that interrupt their day but then again neither of them are quitting so the determination and understanding of that determination is key.
Making it difficult for him to drive isn't hard, but at least he knows to pull over and he's not an entire idiot. He didn't take those classes for nothing. He'll just have to damn past him for future him's problems. Problems that he'll probably make many more of once he learns that cars are also a place he can hide Bakugo away for his own personal pleasure.
Which is what he's also thinking about, maybe not the car, but some ideas as he pauses in the fruit section.]
You can call me, then. I'll continue to text and meet you in the middle with compromise.
[After a bit of typing.]
I will. You're fine how you are, they can bleep out a word they can't have. Live TV I can understand but live TV usually means we're on the job as it is. You're not stopping for interviews and they shouldn't expect us to censor ourselves. Even I have other things on my mind than publicity.
[There sure are and Shoto could care less. They know what they're getting into specifically asking Bakugo to come through. Another double message:]
[Quit? HA! Like he'd ever quit being a hero. He's gonna grow up into this old explosive bastard and refuse to retire even when it's probably a better idea! No matter how hard or difficult the life of a hero gets, whether it's public criticism or another war threatening to overturn society and split the country apart, he'll never stop being who he is: a hero who wins to save.
Even if there will be tines when he finds himself grumbling about having to go deal with some shit interrupting his special time with the guy he loves.
Unfortunately Bakugo is too responsible a jerkass to actually try texting his boyfriend naughty texts or sexy pictures when the other boy's driving. That kind of shit can wait for safer moments, or when they get back home together. When they won't need pictures. But when Shoto figures out they can have sex in the car, well... guess they're gonna have to make a point of always carrying some towels in the backseat.
Now when he's in the middle of grocery shopping, however... different story. Bakugo can be an ass enough for that. He sets the phone to sync with his headpiece and switches to audio to talk to Shoto. That'll keep his hands free and remove the glow of his phone screen.]
Can you hear me?
[Really doesn't think this stakeout is going to produce results, but whatever.]
Yeah. Those bastards trying to squeeze in interviews after a fight or something... Can't stand that shit. How do other heroes put up with it? Building's burning and the reports only care about shoving a fucking microphone in your face.
[No matter how long heroes remain, there'll never be another like Bakugo as long as humanity survives. That's where Shoto stands on it and that's where it's going to stay. No matter what the standings end up.
Unfortunately? Maybe fortu--no, unfortunately. However, maybe they can double that up and just take the pictures in the car instead. That way it's up to Shoto when he peeks at them. Hm. Thoughts for another time another d--
His hand flips as quickly as it can to answer while the sound of refrigerators keep humming away in the background keeping some of the produce at a pleasant chill pre-cut and ready for consumption.]
Yes.
[And he's happy he can.]
Well, they're reporters not fire fighters. As long as everyone's out, it's alright.
[Excuse the sound of plastic packaging and settling things into his cart.]
[He could seriously say that about any of them. Their class is all pretty unique. Bakugo stands by the opinion that Kirishima is far more unique than that shitty Eyelash Guy (Tetsutetsu) who can't stand out against his bestie. And Shouto and Izuku are both... yeah... no one'll ever be like them.
If they start taking raunchy pictures in the damn car, there is no way they're going to get out of said car without making a fucking mess in it. Backseat, front seat, who the fuck knows or cares, it'll happen somewhere in there.
Bakugo would've laughed at him for reacting to the phone's ring that fast. Freak out much, IcyHot? He hears the fridge humming through the receiver even before Shoto voices his answer.]
Yeah? They think I got time to sit around after a fire rescue and talk about what went down? That's for the fucking police!
[He ignores the background noise. Figures it'd be there with the obvious shopping going on.]
[That's true. Kirishima for certain does have what it takes to have been among any of them in 1A. Himself included. He's pretty sure to this day that hand to hand, Kirishima could kick his ass. Izuku too.
Towels it is. Either that or he just trades it in for a truck and then they have all that room in the back. Hm.
Bakugo should laugh at him. Maybe it'd make him not answer so quickly.]
They know you don't, but putting the public at ease is our job.
[The fuck is he wh- oh.]
I misinterpreted. I'm not waiting for anything. I did get a picture with a fan though when I got in here, I told them I'd show you. A fan of yours, not mine. It's people like them who are the reason we do things the police should do. Our faces to them put them at ease.
[They all have their strengths. Kaminari, for example, could kill any one of them, should he get his hands on them. No one's going to survive that voltage. Not even Bakugo could get through that electrified field if their resident Pikachu was going all out. But considering he'd need to be a fucking moron to make that mistake? Non issue.
Excuse him for not being able to see Shoto driving a truck. Even if the idea certainly has its merits.]
Seeing me win should put the damn public at ease!
[Knocking down the opposition, even if that means getting everyone safely out of the building- that's what it means to put the public at ease. Seeing him, and knowing that he is here.]
[Yeah, you're the one who initially said "wait a moment" or some shit!]
[Shoto would still put his money on the other party even against Kaminari if it were Bakugo, Kirishima or Izuku. For the 'moron' reason, no one would let him get that close and ice isn't a great conductor of electricity. Even if Shoto would definitely have his ass handed to him. Even Uraraka's quirk is formidable.
Now he needs a truck just because people don't see him in a truck.]
Come with me next time, I'll prove it to you.
[Yeah he did a dumb.]
No, they asked if you were here. I said no, but I could tell you they were.
[In other words he tried to do something nice, except he has one braincell.]
[Of course he would! None of that trio would give Kaminari the chance to get that close to them, or get caught in his lightning. Let him short himself out on reaction. Bakugo's paid attention to his other classmates, studied their Quirks and battle tactics, preparing himself in case he needed to ever go against them. Competition or otherwise.
Keep the car, Shoto. Putting groceries in the back of the truck can have some unintended consequences...]
You're gonna prove public opinion at a fucking grocery store?
[Or is he inviting him on the next mission together. It's been a few days since their last joint mission.]
The fuck? I don't fucking care if they were there or not!
[They shouldn't be getting a picture with Shoto just to somehow get to Bakugo! Bastards.]
Che. That one bitch kept asking me for your number last week...
[A very valid way to think about things, too, considering that quirks of villains may turn them on each other. Or God forbid that one of them just decide to flip sides. He can't imagine any of them doing it willingly, but who knows.
...Or they can just take the bags out and not trigger every one of Bakugo's red-light sirens.]
I meant the next time we're at work. We should meet up and I'll show you. But I could prove it here, too, maybe.
[To be fair, Shoto said he'd take the picture to show Bakugo. It's cute to him that someone knew to find out if Bakugo was or wasn't there by Shoto being in the vicinity. Though he's got to work a little better at keeping himself hidden.]
Some people are persistent. I'm glad you didn't give it to her. Only you and a few other people are people I'd really want to talk to outside of work.
[Could be some Copy Quirk or Mirror Quirk. Fucking hell, another Clone Quirk could be disastrous. Best to have prepared against each other in case they have to confront the people they trust. Which might've been some element of having to face off against their own teachers...
JUST PUT THE BAGS IN THE FUCKING TRUCK CAB AND DRIVE!! Or don't go grocery shopping with the truck.]
You don't have to fucking show it to me in the damn store. Wait for the next time we're working together.
[Not like he doesn't know what Shoto's going to show him. It's obvious that's how their world works. Bakugo still finds it rude someone hunted down Shoto for the sake of asking about his boyfriend. And after all that intent of the other hero to be his own self-respected hero. He shouldn't be known as Endeavor's son anymore than Bakugo's boyfriend, but rather the hero Shoto. Hmph.
As for hiding... they've got these things called hoodies and hats.]
Of course I wouldn't fucking give it to her! That's none of her damn business!
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Date: 4/13/22 23:35 (UTC)Finally it pissed him off enough he slammed down the proverbial gauntlet and told the rest of the entire fucking world to back the fuck off. Shoto Todoroki is his and y'all can shut the fuck up and die!
DON'T CALL HER 'SWEET'!!]
Spelling it out like that is real suspect, Shoto... I'll make a bunch.
[And adds some things to the list he texted earlier.]
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Date: 4/14/22 01:42 (UTC)She's sweet. Deal with it.]Oh? Is it?
[Can Bakugo read the sarcasm? He knows. Bakugo can't see the soft, very obvious smile on his face to see his first name. It's something he likes more than he says, just so that Bakugo doesn't feel put off saying it when he does. Or typing it.]
Yes. Text me when you're on your way home. Take your time and be safe.
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Date: 4/14/22 02:57 (UTC)He blew up one of the red-white speedos they wanted Shoto to wear. Obvious enough answer?]
Wow, sarcasm lessons are working out.
[He recognizes when Shoto does it. Despite his sometimes inability to "get" sarcasm, the guy can toss it unconsciously well, and consciously other times. As for that name, sometimes it slips out, and sometimes it doesn't.]
When the fuck do I not do any of those three?
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Date: 4/14/22 03:33 (UTC)Should've just kept them for later.These days, the only 'more skin' that anyone gets to see is Bakugo. Shoto doesn't mind shirtless, but anything else or too revealing and he feels like it's infringing on his relationship. Which as much as endorsements are great, he wouldn't want to trade for them.]I've been practicing.
[The smile turns into a small smirk.]
When you're too busy rightfully kicking someone's ass. Then I get to see it on TV. Speaking of, I'm going to have the day off for your interview. I arranged it so I can be there in the audience.
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Date: 4/14/22 04:07 (UTC)At most Bakugo's find with boxer brief modeling and swim trunk modeling. He's done modeling gigs as well, and should Shoto have objections to something Bakugo either doesn't know or didn't catch, the blonde defers to his boyfriend. If Shoto's not comfortable with him wearing that cause it's infringing, then Bakugo's no fucking wearing that. Simple.]
How? One-lining yourself in the fucking mirror?
[There's a hilarious (and stupid) mental image.]
YOU STILL GET TOLD! Ugh, fucking hate those things. They still keep bitching about my language or my image. Least Denim Head's eased on me.
[While his mentor continues to facepalm in frustration over his chosen protege's continue abrasive nature.]
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Date: 4/14/22 05:43 (UTC)Even ones being asked how he practices sarcasm. And definitely the modeling jobs that he's done. There's very little he would say no to as long as Bakugo maybe enjoyed private try on sessions at home, too.]
Watching American and British movies.
Yes, I do. You're busy in the moment, though and I'd rather you concentrate on that than worry that I won't know until a bit later you'll have to be late. If they get upset about whatever you say, then they didn't know who they were interviewing and I find that highly doubtful. Besides, your fans enjoy you as you are. I know I do. I think you do great on TV.
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Date: 4/14/22 06:07 (UTC)Okay so... there may have been a number of private "try on" sessions at home. How else are they going to know neither wants the other to go strutting in that stupid speedo without at least checking it out in private... Yeah, only Bakugo gets to see Shoto in that kind of risque covering.]
That's gonna fuck you your vocabulary.
[Try not to adopt too many cuss words learning English from those movies... The American ones at least]
How about I DON'T tell you I'm gonna be late, so if the fucking thing goes over, I have an excuse to walk the fuck outta there because I've got a date to keep!
THEY KEEP CENSORING ME, DAMMIT!!
[Yeah, cause there's an obscenity law, Bakugou. Sheesh. The networks can't do anything about that.]
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Date: 4/15/22 06:54 (UTC)With how good Bakugo looks in everything he's brought home, Shoto hopes he never skimps on the clothing endorsements. He will continue to do the same considering the outcome it usually brings.]
It's just reinforcement. I'll be careful, though.
[Yet again, Bakugo worrying for him. Best boyfriend.]
A good idea, but you wouldn't. You're a dedicated hero and one of the best. Though, that isn't a lie if you told them. I'd like it to be a date. We haven't been on a date in a while.
They do. It's unfair but they also will have to maybe come half way and meet you with a bleeper button. Really it's not much to ask. No matter what they do, I'll be there.
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Date: 4/15/22 16:53 (UTC)It's not like he brings him a lot of risque stuff. There have been suits, summer wear, athletic wear, even school uniforms (ironically enough). Most of it's been hella fun at least.]
Uh-huh. You better.
The hell I wouldn't! A date with you is more important than some fucking interview going into overtime!
[He sure would walk off the set once the time was up. Did it before (hadn't been the best PR but you know...) Shoto's the better choice.]
Why the hell HAVEN'T they used a fucking bleeper button instead of whacking my entire damn segments out?!
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Date: 4/15/22 17:48 (UTC)To be real, just seeing Bakugo in nice outfits? That's enough for Shoto sometimes. Nice outfits on the floor, too, are just as good.
Except that uniform, that one can hang around.Save for seeing him come home battle torn, but safe, is another. Best not to dwell on it, Shoto still has to go to the store and Bakugo is out.]I'm getting in the car. If I run a red light, does that mean you'd have to come stop me? Then you'd have more excuses.
[That's why Shoto's going to stay in the audience, Bakugo deserves the recognition that he works hard for and there's no reason not to stay around if Shoto is right there, silently cheering him on. Number one fan for the hero who would always be number one to him.]
I'm not sure. You might want to talk to your booking agent and find out, I think it would be beneficial. It's not that everyone doesn't already know your vocal habits. If you find that they're insufficient as an agent I can recommend a few.
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Date: 4/15/22 18:34 (UTC)Heh, nice outfits on the floor. It's probably not surprising a lot of their clothes try on's together end up with a working on improving skills regarding taking said clothes off. And having to wash them afterwards some other times. Like the fucking school uniforms. Sometimes their hero costumes also get roughed up... not just in battle, but in post-battle impatient stress relief.]
DON'T FUCKING DO THAT, YOU MORON! You want points on that brand new license of yours?!
[If he were there in person, Bakugo would've smacked him upside the head. Dumbass... As for Shoto in the audience, it has helped a few times, kept him more calm and not as ready to rage. But it's always a trigger risk for the blonde's attitude during interviews. Go figure.]
My agent's fucking fine. Denim Head's got shit worked out. If the networks can't handle it, that's their god damn problem. They're the ones that keep calling me back in.
[The pain of being popular.]
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Date: 4/16/22 01:48 (UTC)The hero costumes likely get a good work out that isn't even villain chasing on stressful missions or stressful times. That's for sure. The get through the door/pin to the door is strong when you barely make it out of something alive and unscathed.]
If I explained I missed you they couldn't convict me, could they? They could. I know. I won't run any lights, I don't want to attract attention to myself either. I'll be slow responding, I'm going to drive soon.
[True to form he's driving so it's not until he stops that he's looking at his phone either.]
They should. You are an inspiration to a lot of young heroes.
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Date: 4/16/22 02:25 (UTC)Shit, gave himself a semi...
Look, Shoto might have five pee-pees on his costume, but Bakugo only cares about the one dick his boyfriend's got. Meaning that costume has certainly seen a more than a few outside-of-battle visitations, whether it's pinning Shoto to an alley for a quickie or dropping onto the bed with barely a concern about whether the door got locked.]
Don't fucking text while you drive, dammit! Either call me or wait until I get back.
[It's not worth any kind of risk to Shoto to keep the conversation going while he's behind the wheel. Even if the guy's reaction speed is top notch, other people and surprises will still render all that moot.
At least the break in time means Shoto did the sensible thing.]
Then they shouldn't take my segments off the fucking air!
er3d4ftgyh 5 PEEPEES /CRIES best scene
Date: 4/17/22 03:58 (UTC)Right down to the thoughts and memories of stolen kisses and very heated exchanges in the various rooms of their house. Something Shoto isn't allowed to think about either while he's driving. Maybe both of them should save it until they're in the confines where they can make new memories to torment themselves with later.]
Calling you would give away your position if someone is looking for an escort. That means longer to get home. They really shouldn't take them off the air. I'll stand in solidarity, if they do it again I won't work with their network.
5PP Man. The hero lives on.
Date: 4/18/22 02:21 (UTC)There are many days Bakugo is insanely glad to sink down beside Shoto and bask in his presence. Relaxing with the guy who's not going to talk his ear off or drag him to go to different places. Or blowing off steam and heating things up with that passion they can flare up together. Some day... they're gonna christen that car and Shoto's gonna have a worse time driving it.]
It'll take as long as it fucking takes. If I can't answer, I won't.
Heh, go for it.
[Better check with the networks for that one, Shoto. There are censorship laws for a reason.]
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Date: 4/18/22 15:59 (UTC)Making it difficult for him to drive isn't hard, but at least he knows to pull over and he's not an entire idiot. He didn't take those classes for nothing. He'll just have to damn past him for future him's problems. Problems that he'll probably make many more of once he learns that cars are also a place he can hide Bakugo away for his own personal pleasure.
Which is what he's also thinking about, maybe not the car, but some ideas as he pauses in the fruit section.]
You can call me, then. I'll continue to text and meet you in the middle with compromise.
[After a bit of typing.]
I will. You're fine how you are, they can bleep out a word they can't have. Live TV I can understand but live TV usually means we're on the job as it is. You're not stopping for interviews and they shouldn't expect us to censor ourselves. Even I have other things on my mind than publicity.
[There sure are and Shoto could care less. They know what they're getting into specifically asking Bakugo to come through. Another double message:]
One moment, speaking of.
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Date: 4/18/22 16:47 (UTC)Even if there will be tines when he finds himself grumbling about having to go deal with some shit interrupting his special time with the guy he loves.
Unfortunately Bakugo is too responsible a jerkass to actually try texting his boyfriend naughty texts or sexy pictures when the other boy's driving. That kind of shit can wait for safer moments, or when they get back home together. When they won't need pictures. But when Shoto figures out they can have sex in the car, well... guess they're gonna have to make a point of always carrying some towels in the backseat.
Now when he's in the middle of grocery shopping, however... different story. Bakugo can be an ass enough for that. He sets the phone to sync with his headpiece and switches to audio to talk to Shoto. That'll keep his hands free and remove the glow of his phone screen.]
Can you hear me?
[Really doesn't think this stakeout is going to produce results, but whatever.]
Yeah. Those bastards trying to squeeze in interviews after a fight or something... Can't stand that shit. How do other heroes put up with it? Building's burning and the reports only care about shoving a fucking microphone in your face.
[Grumble grumble mutter growl.]
What?
[One moment.]
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Date: 4/19/22 01:37 (UTC)Unfortunately? Maybe fortu--no, unfortunately. However, maybe they can double that up and just take the pictures in the car instead. That way it's up to Shoto when he peeks at them. Hm. Thoughts for another time another d--
His hand flips as quickly as it can to answer while the sound of refrigerators keep humming away in the background keeping some of the produce at a pleasant chill pre-cut and ready for consumption.]
Yes.
[And he's happy he can.]
Well, they're reporters not fire fighters. As long as everyone's out, it's alright.
[Excuse the sound of plastic packaging and settling things into his cart.]
I'll await.
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Date: 4/19/22 01:54 (UTC)If they start taking raunchy pictures in the damn car, there is no way they're going to get out of said car without making a fucking mess in it. Backseat, front seat, who the fuck knows or cares, it'll happen somewhere in there.
Bakugo would've laughed at him for reacting to the phone's ring that fast. Freak out much, IcyHot? He hears the fridge humming through the receiver even before Shoto voices his answer.]
Yeah? They think I got time to sit around after a fire rescue and talk about what went down? That's for the fucking police!
[He ignores the background noise. Figures it'd be there with the obvious shopping going on.]
...
The fuck are YOU waiting for?
["I'll await", he says. Dork.]
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Date: 4/19/22 03:55 (UTC)Towels it is. Either that or he just trades it in for a truck and then they have all that room in the back. Hm.
Bakugo should laugh at him. Maybe it'd make him not answer so quickly.]
They know you don't, but putting the public at ease is our job.
[The fuck is he wh- oh.]
I misinterpreted. I'm not waiting for anything. I did get a picture with a fan though when I got in here, I told them I'd show you. A fan of yours, not mine. It's people like them who are the reason we do things the police should do. Our faces to them put them at ease.
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Date: 4/19/22 04:12 (UTC)Excuse him for not being able to see Shoto driving a truck. Even if the idea certainly has its merits.]
Seeing me win should put the damn public at ease!
[Knocking down the opposition, even if that means getting everyone safely out of the building- that's what it means to put the public at ease. Seeing him, and knowing that he is here.]
[Yeah, you're the one who initially said "wait a moment" or some shit!]
A fan of mine wanted a picture with you?
[Important parts first.]
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Date: 4/19/22 05:04 (UTC)Now he needs a truck just because people don't see him in a truck.]
Come with me next time, I'll prove it to you.
[Yeah he did a dumb.]
No, they asked if you were here. I said no, but I could tell you they were.
[In other words he tried to do something nice, except he has one braincell.]
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Date: 4/19/22 05:18 (UTC)Keep the car, Shoto. Putting groceries in the back of the truck can have some unintended consequences...]
You're gonna prove public opinion at a fucking grocery store?
[Or is he inviting him on the next mission together. It's been a few days since their last joint mission.]
The fuck? I don't fucking care if they were there or not!
[They shouldn't be getting a picture with Shoto just to somehow get to Bakugo! Bastards.]
Che. That one bitch kept asking me for your number last week...
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Date: 4/19/22 05:54 (UTC)...Or they can just take the bags out and not trigger every one of Bakugo's red-light sirens.]
I meant the next time we're at work. We should meet up and I'll show you. But I could prove it here, too, maybe.
[To be fair, Shoto said he'd take the picture to show Bakugo. It's cute to him that someone knew to find out if Bakugo was or wasn't there by Shoto being in the vicinity. Though he's got to work a little better at keeping himself hidden.]
Some people are persistent. I'm glad you didn't give it to her. Only you and a few other people are people I'd really want to talk to outside of work.
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Date: 4/19/22 06:06 (UTC)JUST PUT THE BAGS IN THE FUCKING TRUCK CAB AND DRIVE!! Or don't go grocery shopping with the truck.]
You don't have to fucking show it to me in the damn store. Wait for the next time we're working together.
[Not like he doesn't know what Shoto's going to show him. It's obvious that's how their world works. Bakugo still finds it rude someone hunted down Shoto for the sake of asking about his boyfriend. And after all that intent of the other hero to be his own self-respected hero. He shouldn't be known as Endeavor's son anymore than Bakugo's boyfriend, but rather the hero Shoto. Hmph.
As for hiding... they've got these things called hoodies and hats.]
Of course I wouldn't fucking give it to her! That's none of her damn business!
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