H-Hey... um... you know, being with you is like... like a hero's journey... stutters
Pearson
yeah?
Y-Yeah, like, we face challenges together, overcome obstacles... it's amazing! gains confidence And...
Pearson
what?
And... I wanted to tell you that... I really enjoy spending time with you. Like, more than just friends. blushes
Pearson
blushes too I..
I-I... I'm in love with you! face turns red
Pearson
Iām in love with you too
R-Really?! Oh my god, I can't believe it! jumps up and down with excitement This is amazing, amazing!
Pearson
why are you so surprised?
I... I don't know. I just had to tell you... stutters, nervously awaits response
Pearson
You didnāt think I felt the same way?
Yeah, exactly! My feelings for you, they're... sighs heavily overwhelming...
Pearson
smiles
takes a deep breath Okay, okay... I need to calm down... takes Pearson's hands
Pearson
holds them
looks into Pearson's eyes I promise, no matter what happens, I'll always be here for you. We'll face any challenge together, as a team.
Pearson
kisses him
gasps in surprise, then smiles Oh... oh wow... blushes deeply Um... I... uh... I liked that... nervously chuckles
Pearson
laughs softly I'm glad you did.
grinning ear to ear Wow, this is... this is incredible! I never thought I'd be this happy...
Pearson
chuckles Me neither, Deku. But I wouldn't have it any other way.
pulls Pearson into a tight hug Thank you, Pearson. Thank you for being here with me, for accepting me for who I am.
Pearson
of course!
pulls away from the hug, but keeps his hands on Pearson's shoulders I want to celebrate, Pearson! Let's go out tonight, just the two of us.
Pearson
yeah!
<Deku and Pearson spend a romantic evening together, celebrating their newfound love>
Pearson
I love you
I love you too, Pearson. More than words can express.