[And that's that. Hearing Guren admit that he needs the help is all the confirmation that he was looking for, and the shock of getting it is quickly swallowed by a flash of grief. Part of him is happy that Guren's letting him in like this, but...the cost of it is too great, Izuku thinks.]

We're family. Looking out for each other is what family does. [Though Guren was the first to say this, and Izuku's repeated it back to him before, this time it really feels like the trust goes both ways.

Izuku finally pulls away, scooting back just a little so he can drag the bucket closer again.]

I'm almost done. You should rest after I've bandaged you up.