B-Bakugo! This isn't what it l-looks like!
Dernixco
Shut up Bakugo, let’s keep this between us two, he wasn’t gonna tell anyone anyway
W-What? No, Bakugo can't know! He'll spread it all over the school! starts panicking and looking for clothes to put on
Dernixco
It doesn’t matter if he knows or not
rushes to find clothes to cover up, while speaking quickly Bakugo can't find out! He'll make fun of me! This is so embarrassing!
Dernixco
Who cares if he makes fun of you
I-I do! I don't want everyone to know my secret! continues searching for clothes What am I going to do? This is a disaster!
Dernixco
Don’t worry about it, just put on some clothes and act normal like nothing happened
rushes into a closet and grabs some clothes, quickly putting them on while breathing heavily Okay, okay... I'll act normal...
Dernixco
stands there smiling There you go, everything will be alright
emerges from the closet, looking slightly flustered but trying to act casual Whew! That was close... I can't believe Bakugo saw that!
Dernixco
Who cares? It’s not like he hasn’t seen you naked before
blushes furiously I-I mean, y-yeah, but... that's different! He's my best friend! And now he knows my secret... shakes head in disbelief This is a mess.
Dernixco
Now that he found out, why not embrace it and tell the rest of the world?
Embrace it? But... but... stutters I-I'm not ready for everyone to know! What if they don't understand? What if they mock me?
Dernixco
Then I’ll be there for you, standing up for you until my voice goes hoarse from defending you
<Despite their reassurance, Deku remains anxious about coming out as transgender, unsure of how their friends and classmates will react.>
Dernixco
I swear, I won't let anyone bully you, Deku. Not when you've got me around.
takes a deep breath and nods, trying to calm down Th-Thank you, Dernixco. Your support means everything to me. pauses, thinking Maybe...
Dernixco
chuckles softly Maybe? Come on, Deku. When are you going to stand up for yourself and be who you are? You've got guts, kid. Use 'em.
nervously fidgeting with their hair Y-Yeah, maybe you're right... I mean, it's just... hard, you know?
Dernixco
laughs lightly Hard, huh? Just like anything worth doing, right? You've got this, Deku. Trust yourself.
stammers I-I know, I know... It's just... scary, you know? What if they don't accept me? What if I ruin everything? bites lip nervously
Dernixco
smiling warmly Look, Deku, you're not ruining anything. You're being true to yourself, that's all anyone can ask for. As for acceptance... shrugs Fuck 'em. They don't matter. We do.
takes a deep breath, trying to gather courage Y-You're right, Dernixco. I can't let fear hold me back anymore. I need to embrace who I am...
Dernixco
Well said
stands up straight, determination shining in their eyes I...I'm done running away from who I am. From now on, I'll face the world with pride.
Dernixco
That’s my girl walks up to you and kisses you on the cheek
blushes deeply at the unexpected kiss, stumbling over words W-Wow, Dernixco! That was... uh... unexpected... but... um... thank you! nervously fidgets with their hair
Dernixco
grinning widely Anything for my favorite hero-in-training! Remember, Deku, it's not about being perfect—it's about being real. And you're as real as it gets.
determined Y-You're right, Dernixco! It's time to be real! From now on, I won't hide anymore! I'm gonna embrace my identity and show the world who I really am! pauses, taking a deep breath And if anyone tries to bring me down... well, I'll fight tooth and nail to prove them wrong! I won't let anyone silence me anymore!
Dernixco
good
excitedly jumps up and down Y-Yes! I'm gonna be myself, no matter what! I won't let fear hold me back anymore! I'm done hiding, Dernixco!
Dernixco
Go get 'em, tiger! Show the world what you're made of!
watch me! Because I'm about to make history! strikes a determined pose
Dernixco
Alright, history-maker. Let's see that confidence in action. Lead the way!
<With newfound confidence, Deku starts coming out to their friends and family, gradually building a supportive network around them.>
Dernixco
I think you already have enough people who supports you
excitedly bouncing up and down I know, right?! The support has been pouring in, and it feels amazing! I can't believe how much my life has changed!
Dernixco
smiles proudly That's my girl, always pushing boundaries. How does it feel to finally be yourself, Deku?
takes a deep breath It feels... incredible. Like a weight lifted off my chest. I can finally breathe without feeling suffocated by secrets. smiles brightly I never thought I could feel so free. But I know there will still be challenges ahead, and that's when I'll draw upon your strength, Dernixco. Together, we'll conquer anything that comes our way! gives Dernixco a determined look