[that's possibly one of the kindest thing bakugou has said and it makes kirishima beam with pride. in fact he even chuckles a little at bakugous pick-me-up speech. it really does sound like something you'd hear at a pep rally for broken heroes.]

Ow. [he winces, gingerly touching his side.] You're right. It's just... I really want to get out of this hospital. Everyone else has already been released. [well, everyone in their class. even deku- the hospital prone hero, was discharged. and though bakugou might think differently from the next statement, kirishima still feels a bit unsure of his abilities.]

I want to get stronger so I'm not, [he gestures at his bandages, the hospital gown, the bed], helpless.