Chapter 1: Despair Becomes Determination

Izuku Midoriya had watched his mentor fight for his life and end up using the last of his power. Now being the sole wielder of One for All, Izuku knows he needs to work even harder to be able to live up to All Might. Although through all this it takes a toll on him and others notice. How long can he keep the secret of his quirk and what he has to achieve from his friends?

Katsuki Bakugo felt like it was his fault All Might lost his power. Now that he also figured out Midoriya's secret he wants to do whatever it takes to get him stronger so he can take that mantle, while also getting stronger himself so he can stay one step ahead. But soon his classmates notice him spending more and more time helping Midoriya, so how will he be able to explain his sudden change of demeanor without revealing the big secret.

Ochako Uraraka had always admired Deku. Ever since she met him she knew he was a great person who would become and even greater hero. It wasn't until some time ago though that she realized her feelings were more then that. As she starts to see Deku work himself even harder every day she knew something was troubling him. Knowing how he is about that she wanted to help him however she could, so she's going to try and pursue her feelings so she could help him.

This is a What If fanfic that takes place after season 3 of the anime, where with the help of Bakugo, Deku begins to train even harder then before to wield One for All fully, but wears himself down to the bone in the process. Soon though others notice this and start to look into Midoriya more and start to uncover the truth about One for All. As this is going on as well Uraraka decides to finally follow her heart and pursue Deku, not only because of her desires but because of how she wants to help him with his troubles.

Authors Note: This is my first fanfic and I'm open to suggestions on how to write better and make things sound smoother. I hope you all enjoy.