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There was no warning.
“What do you mean you’re going to Tokyo!?”
That’s what made it so fucking upsetting.
“It didn’t cross your mind to tell me? What? You’re just gonna leave like that!?”
Even under the receiving end of Katsuki’s rage, Midoriya Izuku is calm and impassive.
You could say that he is used to it – a side effect of knowing each other for way too long. The blonde thinks that it would’ve been better if he reacted in some sort of way like he usually does but no. This is weird. Where did all that composure come from? The person he knows is clumsy, a bit too expressive – an awkward, blubbering mess. They’ve known each other since they were children and Katsuki recognizes all of Izuku’s expressions but what the hell is that?
Stop looking at me like that.
It’s frustrating.
It’s annoying, vexing, it’s fucking maddening.
Katsuki knows that going to Tokyo is not an easy feat. It requires a shit ton of planning and based on the fact that Izuku already has his keys for his own apartment, it means that he’s been preparing for it for quite some time now. It takes what… two months to get a lease? Where was his I want to go to Tokyo, Kacchan before all of this!? It’s barely been a month since they’ve graduated high school and today he decided to drop by.
Thank fucking goodness he decided to drop by.
Izuku remains deadpan despite that strong grip around the collar of his shirt. It’s as if he’s prepared for this moment his entire life, he’s so out of character, and Katsuki is pissed off because why are you trying to hide this!? He doesn’t understand. Usually, he’s the first to know. Even auntie looks confused. They’ve been together every single day since they were toddlers and what the fuck is this?
What the fuck are you doing!?
“It’s just Tokyo,”
“Tokyo is miles away from Kanagawa!”
“I’ll be going there to study,”
“You didn’t take any fucking entrance exam in Tokyo!” If he had then Katsuki would’ve known. Their seats have been next to each other for the last fourteen years. He would’ve taken note of something so major since Izuku is always a mumbling dweeb. He’s lying – is that it? This has to be some sort of sick joke. “You don’t have any interest in Tokyo! Heck, you’ve never been to Tokyo!”
“I have,” Izuku looks upset almost. “I took an exam during winter break.”
“Hah!?” Katsuki’s face morphs into anger because, “We were together during winter break!”
“Not during the weekends…”
Which escalates into a fight, Izuku pressed against the pavement with Katsuki’s hands tightly clenched on his shirt. Inko looks like she’s about to cry from the sidelines, panicking and panicking as she takes out her phone. They’re arguing, the neighbors peeking their heads to watch the commotion and Katsuki swings his first – teeth bared, eyes wide and he’s shouting. He’s shouting so hard his throat becomes raw.
Before he knows it someone is pulling him off the other, Izuku cradling a bruised cheek.
“WHAT THE HELL IS FUCKING WRONG WITH YOU!?”
He kicks and tries to get out of his father’s hold, so mad and frustrated he can feel it in his bones.
“YOU’RE LEAVING WITHOUT TELLING ME – “
Kindergarten, middle school, every fucking day throughout high school…
“WHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH YOU!?”
Their last meeting ends in a fight.
It’s a coincidence.
A few of his former classmates are walking home from whatever they’ve been doing during the day and they just happen to spot his miserable figure at the park. His mother told him to calm down before he goes home. She said that she didn’t want his moping ass inside the house. His friends are laughing because there’s a bruise on his face, shitty Deku packs a punch, and huh? You’re not with your husband today, Bakugo!? Did you have a fight or something!?
And hen they pause, Kaminari in particular, flinching hard when their eyes meet because he’s glaring.
It’s not unusual for him to be mad but the look he has right now is a bit strange – something they’ve never seen before.
“Huh?” the other mumbles, feeling guilty all of a sudden. “Was it a serious fight!? Dude, why are you crying!?”
All of a sudden their amusement turns into concern, Katsuki brushing an arm across his face.
“You look miserable. Just give him a call already!”
Three years pass by just like that.
Put Your Hands Up Radio
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Red eyes glance from the window to his laptop, the notification showing up on his screen.
You received a notification from HeroTube!
Put Your Hands Up Radio is on air!
Twenty-one year old Katsuki doesn’t particularly like listening to the radio. It’s not his cup of tea – he thinks that there’s too much unnecessary talking and chatter with not much information to be gained. Present Mic is a popular DJ and songwriter for many artists. He also happens to be one of the biggest sought-after music producers with the highest following when it comes to music channels in Japan.
Every day from six to nine he hosts his radio which garners thousands and thousands of views because of its popularity. When it comes to forms of entertainment, it’s not high up on Katsuki’s list but this one is different. Imagine his surprise when he accidentally made this discovery. Two years ago the artist’s format changed and he had a guest host temporarily replace him for one session.
Due to popular demand, said guest is now a regular, and Fridays, in particular, are special.
Click. Click.
“Welcome to Put Your Hands Up Radio, this is your DJ Deku – thank you for tuning in,”
A soft, mellow voice that’s neither too high pitched nor deep.
That’s Midoriya Izuku, alright.
Katsuki curses under his breath as he tries to find his earphones, realizing that he’s already missed a few seconds of the intro. Ever since he knew that it was his runaway childhood friend he hasn’t overlooked a single episode. It wasn’t that difficult to find out, his alias is Deku for goodness sake and who was the one who called him that? Him. Bakugo Katsuki. He fucking made that name. The nerve.
You leave and you pull this shit, it really pisses him off.
They haven’t talked for three whole years so does this count as stalking?
It’s a public platform, he tries to defend himself.
Anyone would be curious as to what their ex-childhood friend is doing. Their last meeting was kind of vague after all. Although Katsuki is not the type to cling to relationships, he just can’t shake Izuku off for some goddamn reason. It’s been clawing on the back of his mind these past few years, a feeling that makes him want to bang his head into his desk.
“Today’s theme is Friendship! Last week I asked everyone to send in their letters regarding the topic and I’ll do my best to give advice. Manager-san said that – Ohh!? We have a lot of mail today too! What should we do? Should I just pick in random again?”
Ahh… It was also like that last week. No, it’s been like that for years.
Katsuki’s been trying for so goddamn long.
Me. Me. Me. Me. Me. Fucking pick me you shitty nerd –
“This one is from pen name: Kacchan-san, thank you very much,”
YES! He almost fucking stood up on his seat, fuck – a few of the objects fell off his desk.
Calm down. Calm down. CALM FUCKING DOWN –
“Good evening, Deku. Ohh!? No –san? Is Kacchan-san older than me perhaps? Good evening to you too! I’ve been listening to your radio every Friday for the past two years and have been sending in mails for every topic ever since then. Hopefully, I’ll get chosen this time – hahaha, I hope you’re listening to this Kacchan-san. Everyone say congratulations on the comments!”
Stream Chat:
>> Daisy_coud: Congratulations! (´ ∀ ` *)
>> ninomiyaaaa: Me next!
>> Sarang-chan: I also want to get picked!
>> Otsu: I’ve been sending mail for the past two years too, Deku! (シ_ _)シ
>> Kyuuuuuto: Congratulations Kacchan-san! You won the gaccha!
It’s a radio so there’s no live footage. There’s only Present Mic’s wallpaper on the screen along with the live comments on the side. Super chat flows in every minute or so and Katsuki’s guilty because he’s sent a few as well, in hope of being noticed.
“Regarding the topic of friendship, I used to have a childhood friend. We were really close until he decided to head to Tokyo without telling me…”
And then a pause, Katsuki snickering on his seat.
“I got mad and took my anger on him but I believe that my reaction was justified. It’s just that I found it ridiculous how he went ahead and pulled a stunt like that. It made me baffled and mad. Recently, I happened to figure out what he was doing. I’ve decided to tell him that I still exist…”
Another pause.
“Do you think that he’ll tell me why he left without notice? I hope he does. Good luck with your radio, Deku. I’ll be listening today too – Hmm…” the sound of paper folding and unfolding on the other side of the line. “This…” a gulp that’s way too audible. “This is a big problem.”
>> Penwing: LOL WWWWWW
>> lululanddd: Big headed listener-san!
>> Matchavi: use honorifics when you mail in, everyone! <(￣︶￣)>
>> light_shindou: Maybe they cut you off because you’re rude, just saying…
>> MTVDub: that was a really funny mail www ｡ﾟ( ﾟ^∀^ﾟ)ﾟ｡
“Well… Nn… First off… I’m sure that there’s a reason why your childhood friend didn’t tell you, Kacchan-san,”
Well yeah, you should know that because it’s you. You should’ve realized it by now.
“Back then, you should’ve asked them kindly. Perhaps they were saddened when you got mad. Also, is it just me or is the last part a bit… scary? Everyone, no matter what the circumstance is, don’t lurk around your childhood friend. It might cause a few misunderstandings…”
Katsuki grimaces, eyebrow twitching. His question is not being answered!
“And to you Kacchan-san, for sending in this mail please listen to this – “
The sound of a guitar being strummed.
“Go reflect under the Niagara falls,”
It’s what prompts the most popular part of Put Your Hands Up radio.
“Baka – “
Deku’s singing followed by chat turning into an outburst.
Baka/Alekun cover by Deku
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chrysanthemum • 2 days ago
I would like to thank the baka listener-san who mailed in and made Deku pick this song for the opening last week. We really appreciate you and thank you for the sacrifice. This is one of my favorite songs and now I get to cry to this while listening to Deku’s voice every night.
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Nuit • 2 days ago
yes, we love deku affectionately roasting us and calling us baka. makes me cry every time.
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nameisgone • 2 days ago
THE POWER OF BAKA IS TOO OVERWHELMING!! Σ(°ロ°)
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Orange is not a tangerine • 2 days ago
Did you guys know that baka means I love you in Tsundere?
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Melonpann • 2 days ago
I also listen to this while I sleep. Baka is my lullaby (＿ ＿*) Z z z
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Dodo King • 2 days ago
Adding this to my playlist!
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Vivi • 2 days ago
i need an aggressive baka version ψ( ` ∇ ´ )ψ
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Flame-kun • 2 days ago
Baka step on me version remix!!!!!
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eromanga • 2 days ago
This song existsTsunderes: I approve
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Miiiiiinato • 2 days ago
great, now everyone’s just going to keep sending in stupid mails hoping that deku gets to call them that. hopefully this doesn’t ruin the radio. choosing is in random so please be careful with what you write and send in! don’t make deku uncomfortable! the view count is high in this one so there will surely be new viewers! educate them!
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CLOVER SUBS • 2 days ago
OMG THIS IS MY FAVORITE SONG. I also love Deku’s cover of Sayonara! (´｡• ᵕ •｡`) ♡
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mahou shoujo • 2 days ago
From now on Deku’s fandom name is called Bakas. We are all baka at heart.
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Over the past two years of being a host in Present Mic’s radio, Deku had gained immense popularity.
It can’t be helped – it is an extremely renowned show that many want to get invited to after all. It’s been running for almost a decade straight so there are many regular listeners and consistent sponsors. With the new addition to the cast, their reach had also expanded to younger people – ladies in particular. Deku’s first appearance was quite surprising. Everyone seemed to like the guest’s personality a lot and even more when they heard him sing. Katsuki was also surprised by it at first because he's never heard his childhood friend sing before.
At this point it became a habit... listening to Deku, that is.
Social media descended into chaos back then and after seeing the requests and positive response, Present Mic decided to take the boy under his wing. It’s also safe to say that Deku is the artist’s protégé, a privilege that many people in the music industry want to receive.
Rumors of his debut had been going around for quite a while now but so far there’s nothing…
Katsuki knows that because he checks 24/7.
Is that too much? Whatever.
Click. Click.
This is all shitty Deku’s fault!
Deku ʕง•ᴥ•ʔง @officialdekiru
good morning everyone!
CLEOPATRA @cleo • 28m
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Good morning, Deku! Nice stream yesterday!
Valentina @vallliii • 28m
replying to @officialdekiru
I already sent in my mail!
yue @kuma_kichii •28m
replying to @officialdekiru
are we also going to do the q and a next video?
INTO THE UNKNOWN @Aurora • 27m
replying to @officialdekiru
I hope you slept well~!
Give me chocolate @miumiuai • 27m
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The weather is very nice today.
Look at him, going out and about with his life when there’s someone stuck in an odd dilemma.
He’s fucking looking down on me, as he likes and retweets. IT’S NOT A GOOD MORNING.
This guy has been haunting him in his dreams.
“I’ll be going to Tokyo!” Dream Deku laughs as he goes off into the sunset laughing. “Goodbye, Kacchan!”
A few more minutes and the other uploads a photo of Katsudon with a caption saying breakfast.
Who the hell eats Katsudon for breakfast!?
The audience has never seen Deku’s face despite his persona being around for quite a while now. There are no leaks, as expected of Present Mic and his management team. Everyone seems contented with covers as well. The videos their channel uploads only show Deku’s lower half. It’s usually him at the booth sitting down, guitar on his lap and mic in front of him with the camera cut under his chin.
Ahh… a lot of people also have thirsty comments regarding those hands. They’re slim and pretty, every time he wears long sleeves and roll them up, people are swooning. They’re falling like bugs left to right. It’s also the same for jackets and sweaters – moe sleeves, or so they said.
Katsuki on the other hand is confused.
He doesn’t care about Izuku’s image, he just wants clarification.
Who on earth goes to Tokyo without saying a word to anybody!?
Well, not anybody because apparently, it was only him who didn’t know. Their classmates were aware and heck, even their first-year teacher Aizawa knew about it. Perhaps they did not mention it to him because he is Katsuki. He out of all people should know but apparently not. That guy told everybody except for him! Him. Bakugo Katsuki. The childhood friend.
THAT UNGRATEFUL BASTARD!
The topic’s been announced last night so he’ll make his letter and mail it tomorrow.
Four days should be enough for it to arrive at Tokyo.
“Why do you keep buying stationary?”
Shinsou, a former classmate who now works part-time at the bookstore asks out of curiosity. He also stares at the All Might stickers for a while, eyes flickering back and forth from the product and Katsuki.
This is not the first time this is happening…
“None of your business,”
It’s not Katsuki’s fault the picking process is biased sometimes – at least he thinks it is. Why else would it take two years for his letter to get picked? He’s seen the photos other senders post on Twitter and it’s like there’s this unspoken rule, a competition for which one looks the best. He’s competing with fucking girls.
Deku says he picks in random but what if there’s an appeal factor!?
It’s radio after all! Anything can be fixed!
Better stay safe…
Beep.
“That would be six hundred yen,” Shinsou deadpans, deciding that he’s better off not asking more.
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Put Your Hands Up Radio is on air!
“Ehh? This one?” Izuku is a bit confused when the staff hands him another letter.
They’ve already finished reading a few and this is the first time they’ve asked him to do another so this is a bit new. It’s not unwelcomed though. He owlishly blinks when he receives the mail, green eyes narrowing and lips frowning when he recognizes that blue envelope with All Might stickers everywhere. Perhaps the contents have already been checked judging by how the seal is open. Hopefully his assumptions are wrong because last time he read a letter with that design…
“Pen name: Kacchan-san,”
Stream Chat:
>> Meteor: AHHHH HE’S HEEEEEERE!!
>> zensai_97: KUSA (*´艸`*)
>> sswwiiii_: I can’t with this. He’s back –
>> yyJ6: OHH NO WWWW (*≧▽≦)ﾉｼ))
>> Kuro_megami: even staff-san is in on it wwww
“Good evening, DJ Deku… Ohh!? Good evening, Kacchan-san! It seems like you’re finally using honorifics, good job!”
As long as he keeps his voice stable they won’t be able to tell.
“I am writing this after my reflection under the waterfall..."
His body starts to shake, the staff's laughter ringing in the background.
"Please forgive me for the smudged words here and there…“
Nn, hopefully they won't be able to tell.