[ did he really think denji would purposely advocate for other outsiders to put their dirty lips on bakugou? the little faith you have in him is wild. the hypocrisy with this guy is even wilder; since denji had his own 'kiss me' shirt and it's a-okay for him to wear it, but for the hero it's a crime.
in his defense, people would want to smooch on bakugou more, so - the duality is valid 💅
another picture comes in, and this one is getting to him real good. today is the day denji is discovering plenty of new things about himself. by the time the other texts come in, the half-devil is still toying with the enhancements features on the device, further appreciating the selection of images he just obtained.
[there's a smirk on his face when he texts the response back. no, bakugou has no thoughts that denji would actually be inviting other people to kiss him via a t-shirt prompt. that "little faith" is naught more than taunting him. even if the shirt's got a dorky backside, the implication of denji's own thoughts makes it rather charming. unless the half-devil is looking for a reason to get growly at someone trying to do what the shirt says... picking a fight with the world, denji?
bakugou wouldn't do much about denji wearing a "kiss me" shirt, outside of mocking him for it with his usual teasing tone. though he'd be mistaken to think the explosive blonde would let just anyone try to kiss denji. mutual friends or acquaintances bakugou trusts? ... probably would get a pass. someone like aki, for example. of course, the type of kiss might get an arched brow and comment afterwards.
and really, since denji's been kissed more times than bakugou has, that meta comment is sorely backwards.
he'll just have to torment the guy with another picture in the meantime, leaving the half-devil to figure out what to do with those pictures on his own time. at least the oculars are pretty damn good at quality photos.]
29:50.
[kind of sad to date the gifts when the source is nearby, denji...]
[ what a selfish gift. denji is basically doing this for himself like a loser, but if bakugou can look past that and find the charm somewhere underneath— then it's a win.
it's nice of bakugou to allow mutual friends to smooch on him, as if anyone would try, but the thought counts. if only denji feels the same way. hey, just because he said he's 'fine' with not being the first option, it doesn't mean he'd want to see it happening. what he doesn't know ... won't hurt him. the half-devil will live by this practice. the 'i suddenly can't see or hear anything' rule. so healthy, right?
the countdown is lowkey ruining the sexy vibe he's feeling right now, but he can easily dismiss it. the 'source' still had boundaries holding him back, let's be real. that's why denji is being a gentleman and cleansing his soul of the naughty energy to focus on celebrating the hero's birthday. it's bakugou's day. not denji 'trying to score' day.
he'll be out in a bit and they probably won't do much anyway. it's unlikely they wouldn't run into the other outsiders wishing his partner a happy birthday. ]
[not when he's got something else to kiss above it. or under it. or whatever. bakugou recognizes the shirt's a "denji gift" as well as one he's given himself, but whatever. it's not like he'd be wearing "kiss me" shirts outside in public anyways due to his pride. denji's got complete access to this shirt and bakugou's fine with that. besides... it's kind of endearing. like how a fucking hickey is also irritably endearing as a claim of sorts.
at least in bakugou's defense, he's not one for public displays of affection outside of a few tolerated instances. denji could get away with dropping an arm around him or flopping in his lap, but trying to bite his ear or kiss him in public is going to get a snarl out of the blonde bomber regardless. even if he'll probably let it happen... time will tell what bakugou's reaction will be if someone does try to get close to denji like that while in the hero's line of sight.
though if said someone is a stranger, or someone bakugou does not approve of, yeah. expect to get an aggressive interjection and/or threat for the other to back the fuck off or die.
one of the main reasons he's being somewhat flexible about it is due to remembering the after effects of certain things that've occurred here. like the hot springs making people more open to suggestive thoughts, that shit dating app and valentine day chocolates, the possibility of lilith deciding to air everyone's sexual fantasies (look, he's not putting it past those bastards) or anything else that could veer into that area. kaiju pheromones. who the fuck knows.
the last thing bakugou wants is for denji to wake up spooning someone unintentionally and then ripping himself a guilt-ridden new one for something that was out of his control. they can talk about exclusivity and loyalty in the future.
... not that bakugou's shacking up with anyone else.
HOW THE FUCK IS THE COUNTDOWN TO SEEING THE SOURCE OF SEXY GIFTS RUINING THE SEXY VIBE OF SAID GIFTS?! there are aspects of denji bakugou's never going to understand... fuck. if denji thinks whacking off to pictures is going to help avoid messing up a birthday date... okay so the intent is gentlemanly, sure. but if bakugou wants to be part of denji's "score" on his own birthday, whatchu gonna do about it, ripcord pec?
actually bakugou is literally going to drag denji out of the dorm and into the city specifically to avoid running into other outsiders. he's much better one-on-one than dealing with a fucking impromptu birthday party.
probably hit up a korean barbecue joint or grab a sports game if denji's up for something fun like that? ... aaand potentially inviting denji to spend the night with him for a sleepover way later in the day, after other people have bothered bakugou with birthday stuff.]
[ is he into public display of affection? will he demand it? ... not purposely. denji has the simple idea of going for it when he feels like it, and if they happen to be around others when he gets the mighty urge to give bakugou's lips a bit of abuse, he won't stop himself. whether they were exclusive or not, it didn't matter. you kiss him once = an endless invitation for more. it's not wrong to express such affection; it's a beautiful thing that should not be frowned upon. huff.
the countdown adds pressure to meeting a deadline when all he wants to do is TAKE HIS SWEET TIME!! let him get in the mood. he has no idea bakugou might have a change of heart or be mildly annoyed that his pictures are getting all the action here, but denji rather clears up his mind. the good news is: it didn't last more than 30 minutes and bakugou will not enter a scandalous scene. bad news is: it's over. fuck, that was more intense than he expected, and over such, uh, timid pictures, too? denji is so pleasantly confused by all of this.
he's now eager to explore more about himself.
either way, he's here and committed to doing everything kacchan feels like doing on his special day. even when he had to endure the many 'happy birthdays!!' along their way out and forced small talk. to be honest, it didn't bother the half-devil as much as one might think— he was happy to see the hero getting the attention he deserved. they have their dinner and denji orders a small birthday delight for them to enjoy. a gaming session follows, burning off their meal with some fun workout.
as for the sleepover — hmm. it's a dangerous game, crawling under a single blanket and sharing a bed, but denji will behave. it's still your birthday, hero ♥ ]
[there's something to be said about someone going on impulse. denji being that kind of person doesn't surprise bakugou in the least. and the half-devil is one of the few people who has blanket permission to invade bakugou's personal space without getting his head ripped off. granted, he's not going to blast the guy in the face if he kisses him in public; denji's earned that privilege as well. but don't pout if he gets red in the face and sputters about it for a few seconds afterwards! who knows what denji'll find in his mouth after that. a tongue isn't entirely off the option list...
HE'S THE ONE THAT SAID "GIMME 30 MINUTES" IN THE FIRST PLACE!! but whatever. denji can get in the mood (in and out of it) while bakugou grabs a rinse off and gets ready to go out. he's been working out in his room so a fast shower is kind of a demand right now. look, if he finds out denji's having fun to his pictures, he's going to give him a face, then mock him for choosing the lesser of rewards. might be digging himself a hole considering the devil hunter's refractory period, but taunting is part of their banter.
he's gonna wonder what denji's thinking, jerking off to a guy... NOT OUT LOUD, DAMMIT!!
yeah, bakugou is bee-lining it out of the dorm, cussing under his breath when the third congratulation comes his way. DOES EVERYONE FUCKING KNOW NOW?! he really should throttle the guy beside him for letting the news slip...
at least they get to escape to the grill, where they can cook their own food at their table. that's always fun for him, because there's no need for awkward silence while waiting for their food to arrive. it's active, they can experiment with cooking techniques, and generally have an interactive dining experience along with the conversation. the dessert is nice, though denji gets to indulge in the sweeter chocolate of it while bakugou likes the darker chocolate part.
totally kill whoever comes against them in the arcade.
but it's later at night, closer to 9pm, that denji's going to get a text again:]
[ if only bakugou knew his flustered anger and empty threats at the sign of affection made him even more— enticing.
kacchan acting like sending sexy pictures wouldn't be a bold invite to have someone pleasure themselves to it. what did he expect denji to do? send him a 👍 and then talk about the weather? the hero knows what he was doing and he's not fooling anyone! however, all taunts are welcomed because they don't mean shit when he's having fun, and he sure did have a special time with those pictures.
they're back in their rooms; the celebration is over and the half-devil is still relishing the aftermath of such an eventful night. he took a shower, brushed his teeth, and got into a cozy t-shirt and sweatpants. it's a bit too early to sleep, but he's too tired to go out as well— denji ends up chilling on his bed reading a comic book, headphones on while blasting some mad music.
he gets a text soon after from the birthday boy, a bit surprised he's still awake. bakugou had the habit of a 65-year-old who goes to bed at 8:00 pm sharp. ]
[it's not like it's going to take him that long to figure it out...
while bakugou doesn't explicitly know what denji's doing with his pictures, he's also not an idiot when it comes to knowing what those pictures sent look like. the lack of pants, the low rim of the counter, a half-hiked shirt, of course he knows he's showing his body off as well as the shirt, and to someone he knows likes him, physically too.
just... not gonna think about it... much... in the meantime... denji jerking off...
oy! he goes to his room at 9pm most of the time and is asleep by 10pm like a NORMAL healthy person! then again, bakugou usually gets up around 5:30am, so the same 7 to 8 hours of sleep are had. that's healthy amount of sleep.
[ not that denji ever needs to be updated with his whereabouts, since aki is a grown ass man and can do whatever he wants, yet his friend makes it a routine to share every single detail when he can. it's cute, but also - very much an anxious habit. denji didn't want to give the impression that he couldn't cope with being alone for too long.
back to bakugou- ]
we can continue the celebration by reading some fun comics together 😎
[it would make sense for denji to invite his friend to live with him in the same space. bakugou wouldn't consider doing that with todoroki or midoriya. he needs his own space and doesn't want someone else cluttering it. unless there's a relationship thing going on; then he'd make... exceptions. exceptions meaning "training" his partner.
bakugou makes a face at the text, but it's not a bad idea? he used to read comics when he was a kid. though there aren't any hero comics around... hm.]
[ the only relationship they had going on was confusion and anxiety with a sprinkle of fear on top of it. then again, denji didn't want to get too deep into it; bakugou knew how complicated it was without sharing too many details. plenty of unresolved shit but they somehow coexist with each other. is it healthy? god knows. not the hero's problem. ]
we'll read the superheroes one.
[ implying he had other flavors within his collection but he knew to pick the one that would be, at least, acceptable to bakugou. he's such a gentleman. ]
[a dorm room versus and apartment home would have a definite effect on whether someone can tolerate living with another person. bakugou knows the two boys' relationship was complicated, but he doesn't know how close aki and denji were during their time together, or even where they're at right now (asides from even more complicated).
but he doesn't think the blonde was... you know... getting frisky with the raven. and even if he was, that's not bakugou's business to know or even mind. he knows all about unresolved shit though, having had plenty with midoriya.]
now you're really trying to flatter me.
[bakugou knows denji has other genres, but hey, he's not going to turn down sampling some other world's superhero offerings and see how it stacks up.]
... are you trying to figure out if we're fucking or not?
[ listen, denji is all about being forward and it kinda, sorta felt like bakugou miiiight be asking about this? if not, well— he's about to fuck up another conversation between them. he likes to believe the hero is used to his attitude by now so whatever.
he rolled his eyes with a smirk. of course he's trying to flatter him, it's a normal reaction towards someone you're attempting to woo. then again, denji wouldn't be too fake about it. all comics are equally fun to read. ]
[all he was doing was innocently seeing what kind of living situation denji used to have with aki versus now! an apartment versus a room. god dammit, denji. not everything's dealing with sex! what a pink brain this boy has.
luckily bakugou is used to denji's pervy tilt towards things; it's no different than denji being used to bakugou's explosive temper and responses.
he'd argue the "equally" fun to read part, but that's something they can contrast later. bakugou's heading out of his room now, bringing a bag of things with him. change of clothes, toiletry bag, bottled water, blanket. the normal sleepover set.]
[ didn't denji clarify that he wanted to explore his sexual interest in men with bakugou exclusively? wouldn't it make him a total hypocrite to run off fucking another guy when he made such a big deal persuading the hero instead? it's a different story if he got lucky with another girl, that side of him he's very much aware of, but when it comes to guys— his first experiences will be with bakugou. unless he gets a firm 'no' from his partner, denji will keep trying.
again, no pressure for the hero to match his energy on this. denji has his own agendas and wouldn't expect much from others besides clarity. that's one thing he will always demand from bakugou.
ah. he should clean up his room, pick up the clothes on the floor, and empty bags of potato chips that he promised himself to clean since morning. he should— but he's too comfortable where he's resting. ]
[regardless of what decisions are made here, bakugou doesn't want denji to feel any kind of guilt or issue over what he might've done before he got here. hell if he knows what denji did with aki back home. same as denji not knowing what bakugou might've done with kirishima back in his own world. the answer being "nothing" even if the macho man wasn't shy about dropping an arm around bakugou's shoulder or getting in his personal space either.
but bakugou respects denji's want to explore those masculine interests with him solo. even if it was kind of stated in a vague way that had the blonde thinking more along the lines of... kissing and such. how's that explain the naked grinding and making out in the shower? he's doesn't know... but he liked it. denji's not going to get a firm 'no' unless he's fucking exhausted or injured and his partner's a raging horn dog.
boom.
dude. are you seriously inviting bakugou over to your room while it's a mess? YOU'RE GONNA END UP CLEANING!! ah well. fun lesson for denji to learn when the blonde gets to his room.]
it doesn't matter, right? we're starting fresh here.
[ whatever happened in the shower is a start to what denji meant as exploring his curiosity. hmm. perhaps he didn't explain himself too well, huh? it's a little late to re-open that conversation, and he doesn't plan to do it unless bakugou asks for it. in the end, it's not like denji is plotting anything, he's the type to go with the flow. additionally, he's oddly comfortable around bakugou since their moment in the shower— in fact, it triggered something within himself. acceptance? yeah, acceptance that he might be attracted to guys, too.
it's a change he noticed himself around other men as well. he's not as anxious if someone leans in a bit too close. a casual touch on the shoulder didn't make him tense up as before; simple changes here and there. a positive experience can do so much to one person, especially to denji who had nothing but traumas his entire life.
sir, he ain't cleaning shit. accept him the way he is!! ]
a reward for flattering you successfully. you're not easy to impress, you know. i worked sooo hard. i deserve a reward when you get here.
what would happen if you were married, but got dragged here? your spouse wouldn't be here.
[random comment, but the whole "starting new" comment in regards to relationships kicks off a bit of curiosity. besides, denji's someone bakugou feels comfortable enough around to ask questions like that. weird boyish questions that don't have much to do with his usual badass attitude.
denji explained himself well enough to pave the way for their interactions together like that. now it's just a matter of clarifying and expanding on the exploration. just expect a blink and a "haa?" of surprise when kissing and touching escalate into something further. it's not like bakugou's ashamed of his body, nor is he unattracted to denji. still amuses him the guy was so adamant about "not gay" during their first date, and now they've had two... interesting times together.
then again, bakugou's finding out his attractions are also swinging towards guys. he never put much thought into it before, so this is an exploration alongside denji as well.
but if his relationship with denji can help the guy ease up around other guys, then he'll be glad for it. at least until the relationship solidifies. then some guy he doesn't approve of getting too close to denji or touching him in a way bakugou doesn't like is bound to get a defensive, possessive reaction.
CLEAN YOUR FUCKING ROOM!! HE'S NOT SLEEPING ON A BAG OF CRISPS!!]
if i was married or dating someone, i wouldn't cheat on them.
[ denji knew there was a way to get out of the city, so— if he is romantically involved with someone back home and is committed to them, then no ... he wouldn't plan to persuade someone else. though, it's a difficult situation to imagine, considering he had no one and never had the experience to make a solid judgment. however, he still tries to offer the hero some honesty.
well, he still doesn't think he's gay. women are attractive to him, so he must be one of those people who swing both ways. then again, he's not enticed by any other guy besides bakugou. it's a bit confusing to denji— since he still feels straight with a touch of interest on the side solely focused on one guy. here! a brand new sexuality.
the bag of crisps is on the floor, sir. the bed is clean and welcoming ♥ ]
i'll pick. i'll decide when i see you.
[ he's done with pampering the birthday boy and now its back to denji demanding things again. ]
[bakugo didn't have anyone back home, so he likewise wasn't in that situation. but say someone like endeavor got dragged here. the man's married, but finds himself in a different dimension that technically has no bearing on his life back home. if his wife wasn't here, and he has no way of knowing if she ever would be...
it's not like being in another nation, where you know your spouse is still there on the other side of the world, waiting for you to come home, able to talk to you on the phone or video screen "whenever" you want to. what would that be like? especially if, as two of bakugou's friends have proved already, their lives back home are unaware of their other selves here. his mother has no idea her "other son" is fighting kaiju in another realm. she'll never know.
just something to think about as he makes his way to denji's door. it'd be a lie to say he hasn't thought recently about denji's interest in women compared to what he and the half-devil have going on. if they do end up in a more committed relationship, then what? the idea's honestly... not scary, but he has no experience in dating or relationships like that. romance was never part of his life in any positive sense (cause gross, mushy stuff). he wants to be a good experience for denji, the best, someone the other boy can relax with, knowing he's safe from betrayal, abuse, manipulation, abandonment, or anything else denji's experienced at the hands of others before.
okay at least the bed's clean, but guess what you're doing tomorrow. with help. that's right. cleaning the fucking room. a great idea for the weekend. consider it a team-up mission.]
open up.
[THUD! not bothering to knock. just straight up kicks the door.]
[ he had no idea what was going on through bakugou's mind, yet he had a feeling something was up. sorta. this might be the first time denji sensed the series of questions was following a certain pattern, starting from the living situation with aki to ... loyalty. then again, he did bring it up to begin with, insisting that they both should start fresh, and— it just hit him that was an interesting thing to say.
start what? well, he knew he was starting something, this was a new territory in which he had asked bakugou for permission to share it with him, but it never crossed his mind that his partner was equally inexperienced as well. he didn't know why he thought he was the one falling behind here. it might have to do with the sheer confidence the other boy had in knowing what he wants when he wants it and making sure to fucking get it. it felt like the gap between them was a bit too high; with one side established and secured while the other is clawing up the wall in the hope of keeping up.
truth is: denji kinda loves it.
he loved there were no rules to be followed in this game of courtship, and that's how he perceived it. bakugou is still - not within reach, whether the hero is aware of it or not. which is an odd fucking statement considering how close they are but there's still a barrier that denji is eager to break. it's not a matter of whether the half-devil is ready or not, he's ready ... but is bakugou ready for the baggage that will come along? he still doesn't know anything about denji. nothing profound.
it's not like denji is purposely hiding it— he just wants to enjoy this longer ... before it all breaks apart. he wants to enjoy the way he pulls the other boy into the embrace as they greet each other by the door. the way he did not care if they were still, somewhat, out in the corridor and bakugou's arms were busy carrying his belongings for the sleepover. he wants to enjoy having the motivation to smile the way he is right now, eyes close and cheeks warm; this might be the closest identification to what others call 'happiness'. how are they supposed to share such intimacy if bakugou knew the absolute mess of a creature denji is?
he squeezed, sighing, a little more— he then pulled his head back enough and kissed bakugou on the cheek.
happy birthday, katsuki. for real now. since they're finally alone. ]
[honestly it's a musing question that came up because of what denji brought up, but doesn't have much bearing on either of them. neither had a special someone left behind at home, and while both of them had attraction and/or crushes on people here, each other included, there were no claims either.
bakugou's left thinking about the "what if" aspects of relationships when it came to getting shunted off into a new dimension while your original self carried on back home while "you" never existed. denji said "start new" and what the hell does that even cover? life? career? reputation? no one (generally) knew who they were in this new world. they could do whatever they wanted, be whatever they wanted, and no one would know the difference. bakugou could've opted to become a chef in this world (fucking unlikely as it is) and nothing could stop him from that course.
what if you married someone you didn't like, or dated someone but had curiosities about the other gender, or were too much a prude back home to do anything? while denji dwells on his own inexperience at relationships, bakugou's thinking stupid thoughts about unknown potential possibilities. maybe it's best he picks up his pace and gets to denji's room quickly so they can shove those thoughts out of the blonde's spiky head.
there's a mild relief when he kicks the door, alerting his partner that he's arrived before the text even goes out. sure, he'd yell at anyone who kicked his door, but bakugou's never been one for equal treatment in that kind of way. kick his door, get yelled at for being noisy. kick your door, it's because he thought you might've gone deaf so shut up and get moving already. he's a fun ball of logic.]
You- mph! [what the hell, denji?! you don't just open your door and drag someone into a fucking hug! but that's exactly what he does and bakugou finds himself squished up against those ripcord pecs again. bag of stuff hanging off to the side at least. dammit, they're still mostly out in the hallway too.] Get inside, idiot.
[growling at him, he braces a foot and pushes forward, pushing denji backwards into his room, but not trying to break the embrace as an exchange. it's impossible not to notice the way denji's smiling though, a beautiful image with his eyes close and cheeks rounded as he enjoys the moment. there's something pretty damn amazing about the sight, since the half-devil is usually bouncing between haggard tired and a casual kind of calm. maybe a smug little charm of smile. this is the first time bakugou's ever seen him look sunshine happy... and it's pretty cute.
you know, until denji draws back and kisses him on the cheek. it immediately brings heat to bakugou's face and he kicks the door shut behind him.] Grrr... bastard. Trying to squeeze me to death?
[but he does toss his bag to denji's bed so he can get his arm around the other boy's waist for a quick return embrace as well.
...
... and leans in to kiss him on the lips soon after.]
[ look who is overthinking on matters no one can control? tsk tsk. it was bakugou's advice to focus on the present and that's what he should be doing. not that denji would taunt him for it since he does understand how easy it is to spiral into endless thoughts, and how fucking exhausting it can be when you can't stop. if lending an ear would help bakugou find some closure, denji wouldn't mind hearing his partner out for as long as he wants. it's not their first time discussing random topics since they tend to spend long hours together, usually stuck in the car patrolling. this conversation won't be any different.
there is nothing wrong with how he greeted bakugou, yet he expected such a snappy attitude towards it. he didn't care and kept holding him despite the few hisses here and there. ah, he's being pushed back and denji blinks, a bit confused at first before going with the flow. one step back and bakugou takes one forward — until they move further inside and the door is shut. he was about to pull away or glance back at the bag on his bed, somewhat curious about what the hero had brought along. it's a good thing he had a hunch that kept his gaze secured on the other, and as soon as bakugou leaned in, denji met him halfway, and they ... kissed.
this time it was easy, effortless, with less thought behind it. it's interesting how it felt like he was being influenced by sheer instincts; relishing the rare chemistry between them that made him know the right tilt for their lips to compliment one another, no fumbling between trying too hard or being too timid. it was just right. the intent for it to be nothing more than an extension of his greeting, yet denji found himself embracing the other differently now; one arm secured around bakugou's waist while the other hand traced its fingers through those spiky fluffs. yeah, he can get used to this - kissing this boy anytime they felt like it.
without breaking it apart, it was denji's turn to push forward, a single step, before he reached blindly to lock the door with a sharp twist of the key. you know, just in case aki decided he didn't want to lose his brand new virginity with his boyfriend yet and bust in. sorry, it's closed until tomorrow morning. ]
Sooo ... you're not mad, right? [ he mutters under his breath, playfully nibbling on bakugou's lower lip. ] Admit it. Telling everyone made this day special for you.
[ gifts, hangouts, and expression of gratitude— no one would ever hate that, even a grump like katsuki. denji relaxed a bit, still keeping an arm around the other's waist while giving him some breather to move around if he wanted to. it's a messy space (as mentioned before) but the bed didn't fit the cluttered vibe. it might give the impression the bedspreads, duvet cover, and comforters are freshly changed. yeah, he certainly got that done during the texting session. he can't let bakugou put his head on a pillow that smells like hot cheetos. instead, it's a fresh laundry aroma of lavender for the hero's pleasure. ]
Get cozy. Pick a side and a pillow. We can light up some candles, too ...
[he doesn't need an ear lent. he's got a mouth on his own and denji's warm right nearby and anything and anyone else in bakugou's mind goes out the proverbial window. those thoughts can fuck off; there's someone far better here with him. they can have those kinds of stupid conversations while they're sitting in the patrol car, waiting for some dumbass to try to break the law, or driving to the next location. bakugou might be the more focused of the two while they're working, but it's nice to have denji with him during the longer, quiet times. he'd be thinking too much by himself if he weren't. it's more entertaining to have some dumb conversation, at least until his patience for it snapped.
didn't fucking say there was anything wrong! it's just kind of embarrassing to almost get kissed out of the damn apartment door! because he's still not used to pda... yet even as he drives denji back into the room, he's not letting the guy escape from their closeness. today had been a damn whirlwind of people and places, experiences and locations, and while part of him just wants to slam the door and go to sleep, there's another part of him that's apparently not quite done yet. stop looking at the damn bag; there's nothing exciting in there. this is more interesting.
it's not the same as their first time, caught up in the steam and moment. this one's deliberate, conscious, made with full acknowledgement that bakugou's initiating it. they had their moment before where teeth clicked accidentally, noses bumped, and someone turned his head too far in a tilt to overcompensate. but bakugou learned quickly and denji picked up fast enough as they found the best place to hold their heads, angled to fit together as lips brushed lips and that soft warmth of denji's lips glided across his own. there's a difference between a "welcome in" kiss and this one, with an arm around his waist and a strong hand carding through his hair. bakugou growls softly into the kiss as he reaches up and skims his own hand up the other boy's neck into his hair for a brief rake and fluff.
bakugou had half a mind to reach behind him and lock the door as well, but denji takes care of that. it's distraction enough to let the kiss break and the young hero grumbles something under his breath. mad? some people say he's always mad. idiots. sharp teeth nibble at his lower lip and he clicks his tongue in annoyance.]
If I was mad, you'd be a smoking crater on the wall. [denji revealing his birthday to others had irked him due to all that damn attention, but... the day had been special. reminding him he wasn't alone here and he had friends, even if he's loathe to admit the f-word to their faces. he eases back into the arm around his waist, then takes a look around the other boy's room. he sees elements of two people living here, though honestly can't fathom how someone like aki could live in a room that looks like this. you'd think he'd pick up more! bakugou gives denji a look at the suggestion of candles.]
What, scared to sleep in the dark? [neer neer neer. yet he's heading for the bed anyways and flops on it a few seconds later, one arm draping over his chest, the other flung above his head with no real care. his slips fall onto the floor via a quick shed and he throws his legs onto the bed after.] You're cleaning your room tomorrow.
[ well, if bakugou thinks hugging in public is embarrassing then he is up for a horrifying surprise in the future. the hero better get used to it fast, no time to waste here as the gate is wide open. for now, he learned when annoyance is genuine or not. so long as he doesn't receive a firm rejection, denji will follow the temptations of sneaking a hug or a kiss here and there; when the mood begs for it— which might be during a mission, arresting someone, during a boring meeting, or whatever. hey, he can't control when the vibes hit. speaking of annoyance-
-was the growling really necessary, hero? even during a kiss, bakugou has no intention to drop the spicy kitten act and it's the most adorable thing ever. he'd wait for the other boy to pick his spot before he circled the bed so he could settle on the other side. at the taunt, denji returns it with a nasty grin, flashing those teeth, and blurts out a confession. ] ... I don't have any candles, but I'm certainly getting some since we'll be sharing a bed more often.
[ it's something he'd seen in the movies when a couple wants to get, uh, frisky? he didn't understand the science behind it, it's just some tiny candles, but it might work on bakugou. after all, with the design of their rooms with a wide city view of neon-lights and denji's choice to use a single lamp for minimum illumination— he might have a better setting already. he groans at the mention of cleaning up, almost as if he knew it was coming, he mutters a '...don't wanna' under his breath as he strips out of his pants, getting suited for bed with a baggy shirt and his boxers hanging loose around his hips. maybe if they don't talk about the cleaning-up mission, bakugou might forget. maybe if he just— gets under the blanket, snuggles a bit closer to his partner, and pulls out his comic book as a distraction, they can focus on what truly matters.
this moment. them being together. not the boring clean-up.
he clears his throat, holding the comic book up so they can both share the view; the cover is a typical superhero promotional visual, with the guy clothed in a way to hide his identity with people cheering in the background. despite the cliche, the story was rated for adults, giving the impression it had mature themes; violence, death, and disturbing imagery. he flips through the first page, giving bakugou a few seconds to read a brief about the story's setting to himself. denji uses this opportunity to rest his head on their shared pillow, staring over the other boy with an easy smile and a smitten warmth. this is their first time doing this, and it only registered to him that it's a big deal. it certainly feels so fucking different in contrast when it's with aki. ]
Hey. You wanna ... cuddle as we read together? until we fall asleep ...
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Date: 4/21/24 16:08 (UTC)[ did he really think denji would purposely advocate for other outsiders to put their dirty lips on bakugou? the little faith you have in him is wild. the hypocrisy with this guy is even wilder; since denji had his own 'kiss me' shirt and it's a-okay for him to wear it, but for the hero it's a crime.
in his defense, people would want to smooch on bakugou more, so - the duality is valid 💅
another picture comes in, and this one is getting to him real good. today is the day denji is discovering plenty of new things about himself. by the time the other texts come in, the half-devil is still toying with the enhancements features on the device, further appreciating the selection of images he just obtained.
it takes him a while to answer- ]
gimme 30 mins. i'll see you, then.
[ he's got a date with your little gifts ♥ ]
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Date: 4/21/24 22:46 (UTC)[there's a smirk on his face when he texts the response back. no, bakugou has no thoughts that denji would actually be inviting other people to kiss him via a t-shirt prompt. that "little faith" is naught more than taunting him. even if the shirt's got a dorky backside, the implication of denji's own thoughts makes it rather charming. unless the half-devil is looking for a reason to get growly at someone trying to do what the shirt says... picking a fight with the world, denji?
bakugou wouldn't do much about denji wearing a "kiss me" shirt, outside of mocking him for it with his usual teasing tone. though he'd be mistaken to think the explosive blonde would let just anyone try to kiss denji. mutual friends or acquaintances bakugou trusts? ... probably would get a pass. someone like aki, for example. of course, the type of kiss might get an arched brow and comment afterwards.
and really, since denji's been kissed more times than bakugou has, that meta comment is sorely backwards.
he'll just have to torment the guy with another picture in the meantime, leaving the half-devil to figure out what to do with those pictures on his own time. at least the oculars are pretty damn good at quality photos.]
29:50.
[kind of sad to date the gifts when the source is nearby, denji...]
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Date: 4/22/24 17:43 (UTC)[ what a selfish gift. denji is basically doing this for himself like a loser, but if bakugou can look past that and find the charm somewhere underneath— then it's a win.
it's nice of bakugou to allow mutual friends to smooch on him, as if anyone would try, but the thought counts. if only denji feels the same way. hey, just because he said he's 'fine' with not being the first option, it doesn't mean he'd want to see it happening. what he doesn't know ... won't hurt him. the half-devil will live by this practice. the 'i suddenly can't see or hear anything' rule. so healthy, right?
the countdown is lowkey ruining the sexy vibe he's feeling right now, but he can easily dismiss it. the 'source' still had boundaries holding him back, let's be real. that's why denji is being a gentleman and cleansing his soul of the naughty energy to focus on celebrating the hero's birthday. it's bakugou's day. not denji 'trying to score' day.
he'll be out in a bit and they probably won't do much anyway. it's unlikely they wouldn't run into the other outsiders wishing his partner a happy birthday. ]
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Date: 4/22/24 21:13 (UTC)[not when he's got something else to kiss above it. or under it. or whatever. bakugou recognizes the shirt's a "denji gift" as well as one he's given himself, but whatever. it's not like he'd be wearing "kiss me" shirts outside in public anyways due to his pride. denji's got complete access to this shirt and bakugou's fine with that. besides... it's kind of endearing. like how a fucking hickey is also irritably endearing as a claim of sorts.
at least in bakugou's defense, he's not one for public displays of affection outside of a few tolerated instances. denji could get away with dropping an arm around him or flopping in his lap, but trying to bite his ear or kiss him in public is going to get a snarl out of the blonde bomber regardless. even if he'll probably let it happen... time will tell what bakugou's reaction will be if someone does try to get close to denji like that while in the hero's line of sight.
though if said someone is a stranger, or someone bakugou does not approve of, yeah. expect to get an aggressive interjection and/or threat for the other to back the fuck off or die.
one of the main reasons he's being somewhat flexible about it is due to remembering the after effects of certain things that've occurred here. like the hot springs making people more open to suggestive thoughts, that shit dating app and valentine day chocolates, the possibility of lilith deciding to air everyone's sexual fantasies (look, he's not putting it past those bastards) or anything else that could veer into that area. kaiju pheromones. who the fuck knows.
the last thing bakugou wants is for denji to wake up spooning someone unintentionally and then ripping himself a guilt-ridden new one for something that was out of his control. they can talk about exclusivity and loyalty in the future.
... not that bakugou's shacking up with anyone else.
HOW THE FUCK IS THE COUNTDOWN TO SEEING THE SOURCE OF SEXY GIFTS RUINING THE SEXY VIBE OF SAID GIFTS?! there are aspects of denji bakugou's never going to understand... fuck. if denji thinks whacking off to pictures is going to help avoid messing up a birthday date... okay so the intent is gentlemanly, sure. but if bakugou wants to be part of denji's "score" on his own birthday, whatchu gonna do about it, ripcord pec?
actually bakugou is literally going to drag denji out of the dorm and into the city specifically to avoid running into other outsiders. he's much better one-on-one than dealing with a fucking impromptu birthday party.
probably hit up a korean barbecue joint or grab a sports game if denji's up for something fun like that? ... aaand potentially inviting denji to spend the night with him for a sleepover way later in the day, after other people have bothered bakugou with birthday stuff.]
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Date: 4/23/24 17:17 (UTC)the countdown adds pressure to meeting a deadline when all he wants to do is TAKE HIS SWEET TIME!! let him get in the mood. he has no idea bakugou might have a change of heart or be mildly annoyed that his pictures are getting all the action here, but denji rather clears up his mind. the good news is: it didn't last more than 30 minutes and bakugou will not enter a scandalous scene. bad news is: it's over. fuck, that was more intense than he expected, and over such, uh, timid pictures, too? denji is so pleasantly confused by all of this.
he's now eager to explore more about himself.
either way, he's here and committed to doing everything kacchan feels like doing on his special day. even when he had to endure the many 'happy birthdays!!' along their way out and forced small talk. to be honest, it didn't bother the half-devil as much as one might think— he was happy to see the hero getting the attention he deserved. they have their dinner and denji orders a small birthday delight for them to enjoy. a gaming session follows, burning off their meal with some fun workout.
as for the sleepover — hmm. it's a dangerous game, crawling under a single blanket and sharing a bed, but denji will behave. it's still your birthday, hero ♥ ]
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Date: 4/23/24 22:54 (UTC)HE'S THE ONE THAT SAID "GIMME 30 MINUTES" IN THE FIRST PLACE!! but whatever. denji can get in the mood (in and out of it) while bakugou grabs a rinse off and gets ready to go out. he's been working out in his room so a fast shower is kind of a demand right now. look, if he finds out denji's having fun to his pictures, he's going to give him a face, then mock him for choosing the lesser of rewards. might be digging himself a hole considering the devil hunter's refractory period, but taunting is part of their banter.
he's gonna wonder what denji's thinking, jerking off to a guy... NOT OUT LOUD, DAMMIT!!
yeah, bakugou is bee-lining it out of the dorm, cussing under his breath when the third congratulation comes his way. DOES EVERYONE FUCKING KNOW NOW?! he really should throttle the guy beside him for letting the news slip...
at least they get to escape to the grill, where they can cook their own food at their table. that's always fun for him, because there's no need for awkward silence while waiting for their food to arrive. it's active, they can experiment with cooking techniques, and generally have an interactive dining experience along with the conversation. the dessert is nice, though denji gets to indulge in the sweeter chocolate of it while bakugou likes the darker chocolate part.
totally kill whoever comes against them in the arcade.
but it's later at night, closer to 9pm, that denji's going to get a text again:]
you still awake?
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Date: 4/24/24 16:03 (UTC)kacchan acting like sending sexy pictures wouldn't be a bold invite to have someone pleasure themselves to it. what did he expect denji to do? send him a 👍 and then talk about the weather? the hero knows what he was doing and he's not fooling anyone! however, all taunts are welcomed because they don't mean shit when he's having fun, and he sure did have a special time with those pictures.
they're back in their rooms; the celebration is over and the half-devil is still relishing the aftermath of such an eventful night. he took a shower, brushed his teeth, and got into a cozy t-shirt and sweatpants. it's a bit too early to sleep, but he's too tired to go out as well— denji ends up chilling on his bed reading a comic book, headphones on while blasting some mad music.
he gets a text soon after from the birthday boy, a bit surprised he's still awake. bakugou had the habit of a 65-year-old who goes to bed at 8:00 pm sharp. ]
yup.
aki's not here. wanna come over?
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Date: 4/25/24 01:03 (UTC)while bakugou doesn't explicitly know what denji's doing with his pictures, he's also not an idiot when it comes to knowing what those pictures sent look like. the lack of pants, the low rim of the counter, a half-hiked shirt, of course he knows he's showing his body off as well as the shirt, and to someone he knows likes him, physically too.
just... not gonna think about it... much... in the meantime... denji jerking off...
oy! he goes to his room at 9pm most of the time and is asleep by 10pm like a NORMAL healthy person! then again, bakugou usually gets up around 5:30am, so the same 7 to 8 hours of sleep are had. that's healthy amount of sleep.
anyway.]
topknot shares your room?
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Date: 4/25/24 16:54 (UTC)he's going out tonight.
[ not that denji ever needs to be updated with his whereabouts, since aki is a grown ass man and can do whatever he wants, yet his friend makes it a routine to share every single detail when he can. it's cute, but also - very much an anxious habit. denji didn't want to give the impression that he couldn't cope with being alone for too long.
back to bakugou- ]
we can continue the celebration by reading some fun comics together 😎
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Date: 4/25/24 19:20 (UTC)[it would make sense for denji to invite his friend to live with him in the same space. bakugou wouldn't consider doing that with todoroki or midoriya. he needs his own space and doesn't want someone else cluttering it. unless there's a relationship thing going on; then he'd make... exceptions. exceptions meaning "training" his partner.
bakugou makes a face at the text, but it's not a bad idea? he used to read comics when he was a kid. though there aren't any hero comics around... hm.]
what kind do you have?
[while he gathers his things to come over.]
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Date: 4/26/24 14:42 (UTC)we're used to sharing space.
[ the only relationship they had going on was confusion and anxiety with a sprinkle of fear on top of it. then again, denji didn't want to get too deep into it; bakugou knew how complicated it was without sharing too many details. plenty of unresolved shit but they somehow coexist with each other. is it healthy? god knows. not the hero's problem. ]
we'll read the superheroes one.
[ implying he had other flavors within his collection but he knew to pick the one that would be, at least, acceptable to bakugou. he's such a gentleman. ]
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Date: 4/26/24 18:44 (UTC)[a dorm room versus and apartment home would have a definite effect on whether someone can tolerate living with another person. bakugou knows the two boys' relationship was complicated, but he doesn't know how close aki and denji were during their time together, or even where they're at right now (asides from even more complicated).
but he doesn't think the blonde was... you know... getting frisky with the raven. and even if he was, that's not bakugou's business to know or even mind. he knows all about unresolved shit though, having had plenty with midoriya.]
now you're really trying to flatter me.
[bakugou knows denji has other genres, but hey, he's not going to turn down sampling some other world's superhero offerings and see how it stacks up.]
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Date: 4/26/24 19:03 (UTC)are you trying to figure out if we're fucking or not?
[ listen, denji is all about being forward and it kinda, sorta felt like bakugou miiiight be asking about this? if not, well— he's about to fuck up another conversation between them. he likes to believe the hero is used to his attitude by now so whatever.
he rolled his eyes with a smirk. of course he's trying to flatter him, it's a normal reaction towards someone you're attempting to woo. then again, denji wouldn't be too fake about it. all comics are equally fun to read. ]
are you flattered, then?
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Date: 4/26/24 20:02 (UTC)[all he was doing was innocently seeing what kind of living situation denji used to have with aki versus now! an apartment versus a room. god dammit, denji. not everything's dealing with sex! what a pink brain this boy has.
luckily bakugou is used to denji's pervy tilt towards things; it's no different than denji being used to bakugou's explosive temper and responses.
he'd argue the "equally" fun to read part, but that's something they can contrast later. bakugou's heading out of his room now, bringing a bag of things with him. change of clothes, toiletry bag, bottled water, blanket. the normal sleepover set.]
i might be.
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Date: 4/26/24 20:22 (UTC)he's a dude.
[ didn't denji clarify that he wanted to explore his sexual interest in men with bakugou exclusively? wouldn't it make him a total hypocrite to run off fucking another guy when he made such a big deal persuading the hero instead? it's a different story if he got lucky with another girl, that side of him he's very much aware of, but when it comes to guys— his first experiences will be with bakugou. unless he gets a firm 'no' from his partner, denji will keep trying.
again, no pressure for the hero to match his energy on this. denji has his own agendas and wouldn't expect much from others besides clarity. that's one thing he will always demand from bakugou.
ah. he should clean up his room, pick up the clothes on the floor, and empty bags of potato chips that he promised himself to clean since morning. he should— but he's too comfortable where he's resting. ]
good.
i'm expecting a reward for it.
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Date: 4/26/24 21:28 (UTC)[regardless of what decisions are made here, bakugou doesn't want denji to feel any kind of guilt or issue over what he might've done before he got here. hell if he knows what denji did with aki back home. same as denji not knowing what bakugou might've done with kirishima back in his own world. the answer being "nothing" even if the macho man wasn't shy about dropping an arm around bakugou's shoulder or getting in his personal space either.
but bakugou respects denji's want to explore those masculine interests with him solo. even if it was kind of stated in a vague way that had the blonde thinking more along the lines of... kissing and such. how's that explain the naked grinding and making out in the shower? he's doesn't know... but he liked it. denji's not going to get a firm 'no' unless he's fucking exhausted or injured and his partner's a raging horn dog.
boom.
dude. are you seriously inviting bakugou over to your room while it's a mess? YOU'RE GONNA END UP CLEANING!! ah well. fun lesson for denji to learn when the blonde gets to his room.]
a reward for reading your comic books?
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Date: 4/27/24 14:39 (UTC)[ whatever happened in the shower is a start to what denji meant as exploring his curiosity. hmm. perhaps he didn't explain himself too well, huh? it's a little late to re-open that conversation, and he doesn't plan to do it unless bakugou asks for it. in the end, it's not like denji is plotting anything, he's the type to go with the flow. additionally, he's oddly comfortable around bakugou since their moment in the shower— in fact, it triggered something within himself. acceptance? yeah, acceptance that he might be attracted to guys, too.
it's a change he noticed himself around other men as well. he's not as anxious if someone leans in a bit too close. a casual touch on the shoulder didn't make him tense up as before; simple changes here and there. a positive experience can do so much to one person, especially to denji who had nothing but traumas his entire life.
sir, he ain't cleaning shit. accept him the way he is!! ]
a reward for flattering you successfully. you're not easy to impress, you know. i worked sooo hard. i deserve a reward when you get here.
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Date: 4/27/24 19:46 (UTC)[ ... ]
what would happen if you were married, but got dragged here? your spouse wouldn't be here.
[random comment, but the whole "starting new" comment in regards to relationships kicks off a bit of curiosity. besides, denji's someone bakugou feels comfortable enough around to ask questions like that. weird boyish questions that don't have much to do with his usual badass attitude.
denji explained himself well enough to pave the way for their interactions together like that. now it's just a matter of clarifying and expanding on the exploration. just expect a blink and a "haa?" of surprise when kissing and touching escalate into something further. it's not like bakugou's ashamed of his body, nor is he unattracted to denji. still amuses him the guy was so adamant about "not gay" during their first date, and now they've had two... interesting times together.
then again, bakugou's finding out his attractions are also swinging towards guys. he never put much thought into it before, so this is an exploration alongside denji as well.
but if his relationship with denji can help the guy ease up around other guys, then he'll be glad for it. at least until the relationship solidifies. then some guy he doesn't approve of getting too close to denji or touching him in a way bakugou doesn't like is bound to get a defensive, possessive reaction.
CLEAN YOUR FUCKING ROOM!! HE'S NOT SLEEPING ON A BAG OF CRISPS!!]
got a reward in mind, or do i get to pick?
[that may or may not be a threat. heh heh.]
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Date: 4/28/24 16:27 (UTC)[ denji knew there was a way to get out of the city, so— if he is romantically involved with someone back home and is committed to them, then no ... he wouldn't plan to persuade someone else. though, it's a difficult situation to imagine, considering he had no one and never had the experience to make a solid judgment. however, he still tries to offer the hero some honesty.
well, he still doesn't think he's gay. women are attractive to him, so he must be one of those people who swing both ways. then again, he's not enticed by any other guy besides bakugou. it's a bit confusing to denji— since he still feels straight with a touch of interest on the side solely focused on one guy. here! a brand new sexuality.
the bag of crisps is on the floor, sir. the bed is clean and welcoming ♥ ]
i'll pick.
i'll decide when i see you.
[ he's done with pampering the birthday boy and now its back to denji demanding things again. ]
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Date: 4/28/24 17:39 (UTC)[bakugo didn't have anyone back home, so he likewise wasn't in that situation. but say someone like endeavor got dragged here. the man's married, but finds himself in a different dimension that technically has no bearing on his life back home. if his wife wasn't here, and he has no way of knowing if she ever would be...
it's not like being in another nation, where you know your spouse is still there on the other side of the world, waiting for you to come home, able to talk to you on the phone or video screen "whenever" you want to. what would that be like? especially if, as two of bakugou's friends have proved already, their lives back home are unaware of their other selves here. his mother has no idea her "other son" is fighting kaiju in another realm. she'll never know.
just something to think about as he makes his way to denji's door. it'd be a lie to say he hasn't thought recently about denji's interest in women compared to what he and the half-devil have going on. if they do end up in a more committed relationship, then what? the idea's honestly... not scary, but he has no experience in dating or relationships like that. romance was never part of his life in any positive sense (cause gross, mushy stuff). he wants to be a good experience for denji, the best, someone the other boy can relax with, knowing he's safe from betrayal, abuse, manipulation, abandonment, or anything else denji's experienced at the hands of others before.
okay at least the bed's clean, but guess what you're doing tomorrow. with help. that's right. cleaning the fucking room. a great idea for the weekend. consider it a team-up mission.]
open up.
[THUD! not bothering to knock. just straight up kicks the door.]
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Date: 4/29/24 14:57 (UTC)start what? well, he knew he was starting something, this was a new territory in which he had asked bakugou for permission to share it with him, but it never crossed his mind that his partner was equally inexperienced as well. he didn't know why he thought he was the one falling behind here. it might have to do with the sheer confidence the other boy had in knowing what he wants when he wants it and making sure to fucking get it. it felt like the gap between them was a bit too high; with one side established and secured while the other is clawing up the wall in the hope of keeping up.
truth is: denji kinda loves it.
he loved there were no rules to be followed in this game of courtship, and that's how he perceived it. bakugou is still - not within reach, whether the hero is aware of it or not. which is an odd fucking statement considering how close they are but there's still a barrier that denji is eager to break. it's not a matter of whether the half-devil is ready or not, he's ready ... but is bakugou ready for the baggage that will come along? he still doesn't know anything about denji. nothing profound.
it's not like denji is purposely hiding it— he just wants to enjoy this longer ... before it all breaks apart. he wants to enjoy the way he pulls the other boy into the embrace as they greet each other by the door. the way he did not care if they were still, somewhat, out in the corridor and bakugou's arms were busy carrying his belongings for the sleepover. he wants to enjoy having the motivation to smile the way he is right now, eyes close and cheeks warm; this might be the closest identification to what others call 'happiness'. how are they supposed to share such intimacy if bakugou knew the absolute mess of a creature denji is?
he squeezed, sighing, a little more— he then pulled his head back enough and kissed bakugou on the cheek.
happy birthday, katsuki. for real now. since they're finally alone. ]
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Date: 4/29/24 20:54 (UTC)bakugou's left thinking about the "what if" aspects of relationships when it came to getting shunted off into a new dimension while your original self carried on back home while "you" never existed. denji said "start new" and what the hell does that even cover? life? career? reputation? no one (generally) knew who they were in this new world. they could do whatever they wanted, be whatever they wanted, and no one would know the difference. bakugou could've opted to become a chef in this world (fucking unlikely as it is) and nothing could stop him from that course.
what if you married someone you didn't like, or dated someone but had curiosities about the other gender, or were too much a prude back home to do anything? while denji dwells on his own inexperience at relationships, bakugou's thinking stupid thoughts about unknown potential possibilities. maybe it's best he picks up his pace and gets to denji's room quickly so they can shove those thoughts out of the blonde's spiky head.
there's a mild relief when he kicks the door, alerting his partner that he's arrived before the text even goes out. sure, he'd yell at anyone who kicked his door, but bakugou's never been one for equal treatment in that kind of way. kick his door, get yelled at for being noisy. kick your door, it's because he thought you might've gone deaf so shut up and get moving already. he's a fun ball of logic.]
You- mph! [what the hell, denji?! you don't just open your door and drag someone into a fucking hug! but that's exactly what he does and bakugou finds himself squished up against those ripcord pecs again. bag of stuff hanging off to the side at least. dammit, they're still mostly out in the hallway too.] Get inside, idiot.
[growling at him, he braces a foot and pushes forward, pushing denji backwards into his room, but not trying to break the embrace as an exchange. it's impossible not to notice the way denji's smiling though, a beautiful image with his eyes close and cheeks rounded as he enjoys the moment. there's something pretty damn amazing about the sight, since the half-devil is usually bouncing between haggard tired and a casual kind of calm. maybe a smug little charm of smile. this is the first time bakugou's ever seen him look sunshine happy... and it's pretty cute.
you know, until denji draws back and kisses him on the cheek. it immediately brings heat to bakugou's face and he kicks the door shut behind him.] Grrr... bastard. Trying to squeeze me to death?
[but he does toss his bag to denji's bed so he can get his arm around the other boy's waist for a quick return embrace as well.
...
... and leans in to kiss him on the lips soon after.]
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Date: 4/30/24 17:59 (UTC)there is nothing wrong with how he greeted bakugou, yet he expected such a snappy attitude towards it. he didn't care and kept holding him despite the few hisses here and there. ah, he's being pushed back and denji blinks, a bit confused at first before going with the flow. one step back and bakugou takes one forward — until they move further inside and the door is shut. he was about to pull away or glance back at the bag on his bed, somewhat curious about what the hero had brought along. it's a good thing he had a hunch that kept his gaze secured on the other, and as soon as bakugou leaned in, denji met him halfway, and they ... kissed.
this time it was easy, effortless, with less thought behind it. it's interesting how it felt like he was being influenced by sheer instincts; relishing the rare chemistry between them that made him know the right tilt for their lips to compliment one another, no fumbling between trying too hard or being too timid. it was just right. the intent for it to be nothing more than an extension of his greeting, yet denji found himself embracing the other differently now; one arm secured around bakugou's waist while the other hand traced its fingers through those spiky fluffs. yeah, he can get used to this - kissing this boy anytime they felt like it.
without breaking it apart, it was denji's turn to push forward, a single step, before he reached blindly to lock the door with a sharp twist of the key. you know, just in case aki decided he didn't want to lose his brand new virginity with his boyfriend yet and bust in. sorry, it's closed until tomorrow morning. ]
Sooo ... you're not mad, right? [ he mutters under his breath, playfully nibbling on bakugou's lower lip. ] Admit it. Telling everyone made this day special for you.
[ gifts, hangouts, and expression of gratitude— no one would ever hate that, even a grump like katsuki. denji relaxed a bit, still keeping an arm around the other's waist while giving him some breather to move around if he wanted to. it's a messy space (as mentioned before) but the bed didn't fit the cluttered vibe. it might give the impression the bedspreads, duvet cover, and comforters are freshly changed. yeah, he certainly got that done during the texting session. he can't let bakugou put his head on a pillow that smells like hot cheetos. instead, it's a fresh laundry aroma of lavender for the hero's pleasure. ]
Get cozy. Pick a side and a pillow. We can light up some candles, too ...
[ to read comics? denji please. ]
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Date: 5/1/24 01:17 (UTC)didn't fucking say there was anything wrong! it's just kind of embarrassing to almost get kissed out of the damn apartment door! because he's still not used to pda... yet even as he drives denji back into the room, he's not letting the guy escape from their closeness. today had been a damn whirlwind of people and places, experiences and locations, and while part of him just wants to slam the door and go to sleep, there's another part of him that's apparently not quite done yet. stop looking at the damn bag; there's nothing exciting in there. this is more interesting.
it's not the same as their first time, caught up in the steam and moment. this one's deliberate, conscious, made with full acknowledgement that bakugou's initiating it. they had their moment before where teeth clicked accidentally, noses bumped, and someone turned his head too far in a tilt to overcompensate. but bakugou learned quickly and denji picked up fast enough as they found the best place to hold their heads, angled to fit together as lips brushed lips and that soft warmth of denji's lips glided across his own. there's a difference between a "welcome in" kiss and this one, with an arm around his waist and a strong hand carding through his hair. bakugou growls softly into the kiss as he reaches up and skims his own hand up the other boy's neck into his hair for a brief rake and fluff.
bakugou had half a mind to reach behind him and lock the door as well, but denji takes care of that. it's distraction enough to let the kiss break and the young hero grumbles something under his breath. mad? some people say he's always mad. idiots. sharp teeth nibble at his lower lip and he clicks his tongue in annoyance.]
If I was mad, you'd be a smoking crater on the wall. [denji revealing his birthday to others had irked him due to all that damn attention, but... the day had been special. reminding him he wasn't alone here and he had friends, even if he's loathe to admit the f-word to their faces. he eases back into the arm around his waist, then takes a look around the other boy's room. he sees elements of two people living here, though honestly can't fathom how someone like aki could live in a room that looks like this. you'd think he'd pick up more! bakugou gives denji a look at the suggestion of candles.]
What, scared to sleep in the dark? [neer neer neer. yet he's heading for the bed anyways and flops on it a few seconds later, one arm draping over his chest, the other flung above his head with no real care. his slips fall onto the floor via a quick shed and he throws his legs onto the bed after.] You're cleaning your room tomorrow.
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Date: 5/1/24 17:38 (UTC)-was the growling really necessary, hero? even during a kiss, bakugou has no intention to drop the spicy kitten act and it's the most adorable thing ever. he'd wait for the other boy to pick his spot before he circled the bed so he could settle on the other side. at the taunt, denji returns it with a nasty grin, flashing those teeth, and blurts out a confession. ] ... I don't have any candles, but I'm certainly getting some since we'll be sharing a bed more often.
[ it's something he'd seen in the movies when a couple wants to get, uh, frisky? he didn't understand the science behind it, it's just some tiny candles, but it might work on bakugou. after all, with the design of their rooms with a wide city view of neon-lights and denji's choice to use a single lamp for minimum illumination— he might have a better setting already. he groans at the mention of cleaning up, almost as if he knew it was coming, he mutters a '...don't wanna' under his breath as he strips out of his pants, getting suited for bed with a baggy shirt and his boxers hanging loose around his hips. maybe if they don't talk about the cleaning-up mission, bakugou might forget. maybe if he just— gets under the blanket, snuggles a bit closer to his partner, and pulls out his comic book as a distraction, they can focus on what truly matters.
this moment. them being together. not the boring clean-up.
he clears his throat, holding the comic book up so they can both share the view; the cover is a typical superhero promotional visual, with the guy clothed in a way to hide his identity with people cheering in the background. despite the cliche, the story was rated for adults, giving the impression it had mature themes; violence, death, and disturbing imagery. he flips through the first page, giving bakugou a few seconds to read a brief about the story's setting to himself. denji uses this opportunity to rest his head on their shared pillow, staring over the other boy with an easy smile and a smitten warmth. this is their first time doing this, and it only registered to him that it's a big deal. it certainly feels so fucking different in contrast when it's with aki. ]
Hey. You wanna ... cuddle as we read together? until we fall asleep ...
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