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I'm sorry, I couldn't think of a better title! xD It works with my summary so I left it like that.

Happy White's Day! ;3

"Todoroki Izuku"

Chapter 01: The poor groom's bride is a groom.

Todoroki ran as fast as he could, he needs to get to the scene before that wild Noumu causes anymore damage. Of course he could've just easily used his ice and skate over rooftops, but he was conserving as much power as he could, he didn't know what kind of fight he'll have with the monster. Some of them are unbelievably weak, while some are freakishly strong. He didn't know either if he would get backup, so he had to be wise. Luckily, the monster appeared at the docks, there shouldn't be as much people there as the city. Still, he couldn't really risk casualties.

Ever since All Might's retirement the villains and those monsters have started running rampant. His father being the current Number One Hero didn't help any at all. And it's been three years. He grits his teeth, but sneers at the irony. It's no wonder no one calls that bastard the new Symbol of Peace, because he absolutely wasn't.

Todoroki finally has the port in view, and he frowns. There was smoke going up from three different areas, was it just damage or were there multiple of them? If it was the latter, he would probably be in trouble. He decides to find out, rounding the corner and preparing to attack.

Only to stop when he sees a Noumu twice his size unconscious on the ground. He blinks in confusion, taking in the surroundings. There were indeed three Noumus, but all of them are already down. The smoke were coming from damaged buildings, but it doesn't look like they're going to be a fire hazard. Still, he moves to use his ice and put them out.

"Are you backup?"

Todoroki hears a somewhat childish voice from behind him and turns to see a masked hero in a green bunny-like suit. He knows who it is, the guy was already very famous for someone who debuted just last year. It's undoubtedly pro hero Deku, Todoroki was sure. After all, he was sort of a fan. And he could deny that but then he'd be lying.

Who wouldn't be Deku's fan, though? The guy was cheerful and bright and stupid strong and crazy smart and makes fighting Noumus look like playing with toys. His laugh is infectious, and he genuinely looks like he enjoys helping people, like it wasn't a job. He gets a little shy and silly at times, especially on TV, but that puts people at ease and the kids love him. Really, it was no wonder he's been called their 'fresh beacon of hope'. All that and the fact that for some reason, Deku's reminiscent of All Might.

From what Todoroki could gather, Deku studied and trained in America. They're probably the same age since they graduated in the same year, but Deku debuted two months before him because of his bastard-of-a-father causing him problems with the agencies he wanted to join. Anyway, he figured that even if they debuted at the same time, Deku would still be a few steps ahead of him. The guy was aiming for the top after all, very much unlike him. He knows what that kind of ambition does to people, very well and at first-hand. It's just not for him. He didn't become a hero for something like that. Todoroki became a hero in order to save himself, and his mother hopefully, in the near future.

"Uhmm, excuse me, are you okay?" Deku snaps him out of his reverie. "I asked you a question?"

"Sorry, I was just- Yes, I'm supposed to be backup." Todoroki replies and tries not to feel stupid. He was definitely not star-struck, maybe, probably. Deku wasn't even that big of a hero yet.

"That's great! Can you call the Police, please? I still need to restrain them," Deku motioned to the iron bars he was holding and the three Noumus.

"All right, no problem." Todoroki immediately sends a message, he doesn't like making calls when he doesn't have to. Then he turns back to the green bunny hero and watches in great fascination, that he would later deny, as Deku bends two-inched iron bars and wraps them around the Noumus disturbingly effortless like those weren't two-inched iron bars.

Deku finishes and looks back at him. "We should probably wait here for the Police to make sure nothing bad happens."

Todoroki nods, unsure of what else to say.

Deku sits himself at the edge of the port, looking over the ocean. When he doesn't join him, Deku looks back and pats the space beside him. Todoroki obliges.

"I like your quirk, it's cool!" Deku starts with a pun.

Todoroki forces a smile and knows it looks like a grimace. "Thanks, I get that a lot."

Deku chuckles sheepishly and scratches his cheek. "Sorry, I'm awkward in person."

Todoroki shakes his head. "Same."

"I like your hair!" Deku was eager to please it seems.

"Thanks, I like your..." Todoroki tries to return the favor and fails, motioning to the V-shaped antennas on top of Deku's head. "Ears?"

"They're not ears, I'm not a bunny. They're actually-" Deku abruptly cuts himself off and struggles to finish. He doesn't even pretend to act feeling ashamed when he changes the subject. "Why do you use your real name as your hero name? Sorry, do you mind?"

"Not at all," Todoroki lets it go, shaking his head. "It's because everyone knows me as 'Endeavor's son', I have a name."

"Ohh... I see," Deku looks over to the sea, and start swinging his legs. "Sorry about that."

"It's okay," Todoroki replies and the conversation dies.

When the Police arrive, Deku waves at him with a peace sign and leaves immediately.

Todoroki was kinda hoping the green bunny hero would take his mask off and show him what he really looks like, but no such thing happened. And although he feels a tinge of disappointment, it was expected since this was only the first time they met.

Todoroki arrives home to find his sister cooking dinner, she looks nervously at him.

"Father's here," Fuyumi whispers.

Todoroki nods in appreciation, before going up to his room and change clothes. Hopefully, he can pretend he hasn't come back yet, long enough for his father to finish dinner and retire for the night. Todoroki decides to write unfinished reports.

It's half-past nine when he finishes the papers and decides to come down for dinner. Unfortunately, Endeavor has been waiting for him, still seated at the head of the table, arms crossed. Todoroki tries his best to ignore him, acting like he isn't seeing anyone. He walks towards the counter to collect his food left on a tray.

"Shouto," Endeavor's voice reverberates in the small kitchen. "You're going to get married."

Todoroki turns his head slowly, eyes widening. "What."

"The ceremony will take place in three days, at a small chapel with only a few of our closest relatives and family friends as guests." Endeavor scrolls through his phone, looking through what seems to be the details. "Get a suit and take a leave."

"How about no?" Todoroki says flatly, trying not to sound like he was gritting his teeth, his clenched fists were shaking though.

Endeavor stands and looks back at him dismissively. "I will bring your mother back home for this."

Then the flaming hero walks out, end of discussion. Todoroki didn't even have time for a violent reaction, his brain stopped working after what he heard. Suddenly, Fuyumi was there, she has obviously been hiding in the next room.

"Shouto?" She holds him by the shoulder. "Are you okay? I'm sorry."

"I'm fine, it's okay." Todoroki breaks himself out of a trance, he couldn't process this right now. "He said he'll release Mom from the hospital..."

"I know, I heard." Fuyumi takes a step back. "Are you gonna do it?"

Todoroki stares blankly at her for a long while, before slowly nodding. "I want her out of there."

Fuyumi covers her mouth, eyes starting to get watery. She nods quietly.

Todoroki wasn't even sure if his mother wants to see him again, or come back to that horrible place they don't want to call home. But he knows from the deepest depths of his heart that he wants to see her again. Of course, he's also scared, that's why he hasn't gone to visit her for over thirteen years. But he's tried, definitely, many times. He just wasn't ever able to. But now, his father was going to take it upon himself. For whatever reason, Todoroki didn't care. And although he wishes he could put on more of a fight, right now nothing else matters. He would do it, he would get married.

Todoroki gives himself one last look in the mirror, he was wearing a white suit. He's really going to get married, he couldn't believe it. He looks back at his best man, his older brother Natsuo, who came back just for this occasion.

Natsuo gives him a thumbs up, "looking good."

Todoroki nods quietly and tries not to grimace, he didn't know what to say to him. They've never been close, his father made sure of that. The only reason he could speak with Fuyumi, was because she was the one who raised him when Endeavor sent his mom away. Really, he just wants to get this over with. They've spent the whole day in awkward silence, and he thinks that's enough. He just really wants to go home.

There's a knock on the door and it opens to reveal Fuyumi. "Mom's here."

The brothers turn to her and Todoroki nods to let them in.

Fuyumi opens the door wider and escorts their mother in. Finally, he's seeing her again. She looks just as how he remembered her, white hair and very kind gray eyes. But she was older now, much older, time really did fly. She also looked frail, too soft, thin and fragile. Todoroki's throat hurts. He wants to cry.

"Congratulations, Shouto." Rei tries to smile as bright as she could, offering him flowers. "Thanks for inviting me."

Todoroki's lips tremble, he couldn't say anything. He was just glad she doesn't seem to hate him. He hugs her, as tight as he could and for as long as he could. He was taller than her now, but she still smells the same, he almost forgot about that. He could probably crush her in that hug, he missed her so much.

There's so many things he wants to say, but he can't remember anything right now, it even feels like he's lost his voice. But that's okay, he can tell her everything later, when they're making up for lost time. They were back together again, and he would never let that bastard send her away again.

Fuyumi and Natsuo cautiously joins the hug, and then they're a family again. Todoroki thinks he might actually be happy right now.

Suddenly they hear a commotion coming from outside. The door bursts open and Endeavor strides in dragging a green-haired man in a black suit.

"Let go already! You're hurting me! I already said I'd do it, didn't I?" The much smaller man was trying to pry Endeavor's hand off his arm to no avail.

Endeavor responds by unceremoniously throwing him forward towards Shouto. Thankfully, he doesn't fall. But he doesn't look at them, he just busies himself rubbing the arm Endeavor previously held in a tight grip. He looks like he's about to cry.

"You're going to marry my son now!" Endeavors voice bellows, and he turns to the staff behind him who followed them. "Get the Judge!"

All of this didn't make sense and Todoroki didn't know what to think. He didn't even know if he cares enough to understand. But certainly, it would have helped if he received a memo at the very least. After all, Todoroki was not informed he'd be marrying another man.

Todoroki was already standing in front of the altar when he belatedly realizes, he doesn't even know the name of the man he's marrying. He sneaks a peek. His groom is fairly effeminate, seemingly younger than him, and has a lot of freckles splattered on the tips of his cheeks. He has curly evergreen hair delicately framing his soft baby face with the most striking emerald doe-like eyes. He was beautiful and cute at the same time. He would admit he finds him attractive. He looks away.

Still, he couldn't figure out why his father would force them to marry, considering the fact that he was dragging the poor man around earlier. It's obvious his groom is unwilling, just like him. But why? There's a lot about this arrangement he still doesn't know. How would this even work? And what would his father get out of it? He had been too preoccupied with his mother's homecoming he neglected to think about what will happen to him now and afterwards.

"Dear friends and family, we are gathered here today to witness and celebrate the union of Todoroki Shouto and Midoriya Izuku in marriage." The Officiant starts.

Ahh, so that's his name. Todoroki thought to himself in some sort of ire, this whole thing was just ridiculous really.

"Something's wrong, there's nobody at the other groom's side," Natsuo was trying to whisper but Todoroki still heard him because he was on his side. "Where's his family?"

Todoroki glances around, it was true. It was only his side of the family that was there. And for some weird reason Endeavor is sitting on his groom's side, probably just so he was separated from his mother and siblings, but that works to their favor.

"Through their time together, their love and understanding of each other has grown and matured. And now they have decided to live the rest of their lives together as husband and husband." The Officiant continues.

Todoroki almost wants to laugh, they literally met just a few minutes ago. There was no time spent, or love and understanding. To say they didn't know each other, was an understatement.

"True marriage is more than simply joining two persons together through the bonds of matrimony. It is also the union of two hearts and the blending of two families. It lives on in the love you give each other and never grows old. But also thrives on the joy of each new day. Marriage is, and should be, an expression of love. May you always talk things over, confide in each other, laugh and enjoy life together, and also share those moments of quiet and peace when each day is done. May you be blessed with a lifetime of happiness and a home full of warmth and understanding." [1]

Todoroki has not been to many marriages at his age, so he didn't realize a wedding could be so cringey. He honestly wishes to get this over with soon, the whole thing is starting to annoy him. None of what the man is saying means anything to him.

"Oh, my God... he's crying," he hears Natsuo try to whisper again and fails.

Todoroki isn't the one crying though, so that must mean... He looks to his groom and sure enough, Midoriya is teary-eyed and sniffling. Todoroki isn't sure how to feel about this.

Suddenly, the green-haired guy is turning to him and taking his hands. Midoriya looks at him, and Todoroki couldn't look away.

"I, Midoriya Izuku, take you, Todoroki Shouto, as my lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, now and forevermore, until death do us part."

Shit. Todoroki did not have a vow.

"I pledge to stand by you, always and no matter what, loving what I know of you, and trusting what I do not yet know. I eagerly anticipate the chance to grow together, getting to know the man you will continue to become, and falling in love a little more each day. I will take care of you, and fight for you through whatever life may bring us."

Todoroki knew the first one was generic, but this second part hit closer to home than he expected. He figures Midoriya probably wants to make this work, whatever the hell this whole thing was. He nods, tightening his hold. "Uhmm, same."

If Todoroki was listening carefully, he would've heard Fuyumi slapping her forehead. But then, Midoriya laughs and he doesn't notice anything else.

Two golden wedding bands then get presented to them, Midoriya takes one and slips it on his ring finger. "With this ring, I thee wed."

Todoroki immediately follows the gesture, and repeats the words. "With this ring, I thee wed."

"And now by the power invested in me by the City of Musutafu, I hereby pronounce you, husband and husband." The Officiant bellows joyfully. "You may now kiss your husband."

Todoroki sucks in a breath, none of his many years of training and fighting villains could have prepared him for this moment. He looks over to his now husband and he is as red as a fully ripe strawberry, his freckles and green hair not helping.

Midoriya puffs his cheeks and looks at him with shy but determined eyes. For some reason, that puts Todoroki at ease. He smiles and releases a breath, shrugging good-naturedly.

Then, they kiss.

After signing the marriage contract and the registry, as well as any other related papers, they were all forced to ride Endeavor's limousine. Todoroki sat beside Midoriya at the very back, Todoroki's mother and siblings sitting in front of him, while Endeavor placed himself in front of Midoriya. Needless to say, it was a very awkward ride. No one dared to say a word.

Until Midoriya's phone goes off. "Ah, sorry." He quickly fishes it out and reads the caller ID, he gasps.

"Answer it," Endeavor commands, as if he has the right to.

Midoriya glares, and the rest of the limo's occupants were pleasantly surprised. "You're enjoying this too much."

Endeavor smirks.

"Hello, All Might," Midoriya answers the call, eyes not leaving Endeavor. "Sorry I wasn't able to reply to your messages earlier, I was... preoccupied."

Endeavor scoffs and breaks eye contact.

"I'm fine, I'm with Endeavor. He's being the usual ass that he is, he's really good at that." Midoriya continues, blatantly avoiding eye contact with everyone else. "What? What do you mean?" He immediately puts the phone down and covers its microphone. Glaring at Endeavor again, he whispers a shout. "You told All Might?! You are so petty!"

"I didn't tell him, I just sent him an invitation." Endeavor leans back, resting his head on the backrest. "I was expecting him to attend. Honestly, I am a little disappointed."

"He can't come, he's overseas!" Midoriya whispers through gritted teeth.

"Well, I didn't know that." Endeavor dismisses him.

"Who would tell you?!" Midoriya looks about to burst. He goes back to the phone. "I'm really sorry, All Might! I promise I'll explain everything later! Please don't tell mom!"

Midoriya sighs after presumably hearing All Might's reply. "Thank you, and- Yes, of course. Don't worry, I'm fine. I'll deal with Endeavor. You just enjoy yourself out there, and I'll see you when you get back. Love you, bye!" The call ends and he puts his phone away, resuming his death glare. "I will murder you in your sleep."

"Now, now, that is not how a hero should act," Endeavor mock chastises him.

"I do wonder which one of us is really not acting like a hero though," Midoriya takes on a cold tone.

Endeavor narrows his eyes on him. "Watch your mouth, boy. Remember, you are my son now."

The vehicle suddenly stops, and Endeavor exits just like that, slamming the door on Midoriya's side.

And Midoriya couldn't take it anymore, so he cries.

Todoroki has learned a few things about his new husband in that short ride. He is relatively close to All Might, he is a hero just like him, and he is a crybaby. Midoriya has been inconsolable since Endeavor took his leave.

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry," the green-haired boy sobs, fruitlessly wiping away tears that don't ever seem to stop. They were in Todoroki's room, making sure they were as far away from Endeavor as possible. "I don't hate him that much, he's just infuriating sometimes."

"Don't worry about it, we hate him." Natsuo offers a grin, not missing a beat.

Midoriya seems confused, but Natsuo waves off the questioning eyes.

"Anyway, from now on, you're family now so you can tell us anything, okay? And whatever you need, just ask," Fuyumi beams.

"Thank you," Midoriya lowers his head, blushing a little.

"Don't mention it," Fuyumi chuckles good-naturedly.

"In any case, do you know why he wants you to marry into the family?" Natsuo asks, crossing his arms.

"I honestly don't know, he just came up to me one day and started demanding things," Midoriya rubs his eyes dry, finally calming down.

"Couldn't you have refused?" Fuyumi tries to peek on his face, and the green-haired boy kept his head down, not meeting her gaze but shakes his head.

"Was he threatening you?" The question comes from Todoroki, finally breaking his silence. His tone is cold and speaks volumes.

Midoriya doesn't answer, and that was answer enough.

"Don't worry, you don't have to tell us." Fuyumi assured. "But we'll be here for you no matter what."

"Thank you so much, really," Midoriya bows.

"None of that," Fuyumi waves him off. "You don't have to be so formal with us, we're family now."

"That's right, Izu-kun." Rei approaches him for the first time, smiling softly. "Can I call you that?"

"Yes, of course!" Midoriya jolts in attention. "Feel free to call me anything!"

"All right, then, you can call me whatever you like as well." Rei takes hold of his hand, and immediately notices some scars, she doesn't comment on it. "Listen, Izu-kun. We don't know each other and I am not aware of your circumstances, but I feel the need to advise you. Right now, the most important thing is that you have to tell your mother first, about everything that's happening. Having your son get married is a pretty big deal."

"Ah! Of course! I was just-!" Midoriya cuts himself off when he realized he interrupted her.

But Rei only smiles, and nods to him in kind understanding. "It's okay, you are my son now too."

"I will tell my mom as soon as I can, I promise!" Midoriya hunches his shoulders for a second, gathering enough courage to call out to her. "Thank you so much, Maman."

"Awww~!" Fuyumi swoons and they all laugh together, with Todoroki just a little bit exasperated.

Todoroki lets Midoriya take a bath first, while he took out and prepared another futon, belatedly realizing yet again the implications of their wedding. From now on, they have to share his room and actually be together. The vows they took at the altar were irreversible, unless they were planning to get a divorce, but he doubts his father would allow it. And it's not like he has any reason to reject Midoriya after agreeing with this arrangement, after all, Midoriya was such a good guy. He could tell. Midoriya has not done anything that would give Todoroki a bad impression thus far. He was too meek and timid, and the aggression he showed against Endeavor was appealing. Todoroki thinks this might not be so bad.

Midoriya steps out of the bathroom wearing clothes he borrowed from Todoroki, and suddenly they were both very aware of each other, and the fact they were husbands now.

"Uhmm, I'm so sorry about this. I don't want to be awkward with you," Midoriya says but did not dare meet his eyes.

Todoroki nods, looking away. "It's fine, we were both unprepared." He says pertaining to Midoriya's lack of things.

"Thank you, uhmm, Shou-kun." If they weren't blushing earlier, they were certainly both blushing now. "Is it okay if I called you that? I don't want to call you by your hero name."

"It's fine, we're husbands now," Todoroki heaves a deep breath, before looking back and offering a hand. "And you don't have to be so wary of me, Izu. I won't do anything without your permission."

If it was possible for Midoriya to turn even redder, he did. Still, he takes the hand. "So, what now?"

"We should probably get to know each other first," Todoroki suggests unsure of whatever has to follow after that.

Midoriya nods. "Okay."

"For now, just rest." Todoroki releases his hold and heads to the bathroom for his turn. "We can talk more about this whole thing later, or tomorrow, whenever really."

"All right," Midoriya watches his back. "Thanks again, Shou-kun."

"Don't mention it," Todoroki doesn't look back and closes the door behind him.

He sighs, there was absolutely no reason to be tense, but here he is. They don't love each other, but they're married. They don't even know each other, but from now on they will live together. And none of this was supposed to be a big deal, but now it probably is. Really, he should've thought more about this. It's just that before, he didn't know there was anything to think about. Though he had previously found certain people's looks pleasing, he was never attracted to anyone. And not to say he closed all possibilities with other men, he just didn't think there was any.

But now he was married, with another man, for the unforeseeable future. Really, he just didn't want anything bad to happen. Midoriya seems like a very upstanding guy, and he looked pretty sincere uttering those vows. Todoroki wants to give him the benefit of the doubt, there was no way the other had ulterior motives anyway. The green-haired guy was just as much of a victim as he was. And besides, it wasn't like he was any better. He didn't even have a vow, how embarrassing. He couldn't forget. But honestly, all of this was just on that bastard-of-a-father of his. Then again, even if he blames him, and rightfully so, there's nothing to do about it. They're already married.

When Todoroki steps out of the bath, Midoriya is already fast asleep.

To be Continued.

I'm sorry if it feels rushed! I wanted to publish on White's Day! xD

— Lynx
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