[One boy's body is a better buffer than nothing, but Charlie still takes a step back from his protector with that declaration. While the guy's demeanor hasn't gotten any less bristled, Bakugo has more or less respected Charlie's demands.

So he hazards some trust that his safety will remain a priority even if he puts himself an awkward distance away from the other.] You think they're gonna get tired of it!?

They'll stop when they hit you! [Ah.

That's an idea.] Wh, why don't you do that? Instead of wastin all your firepower without your gear, just take the hit. They'll feel good about it, you're infuriatin them! [That last bit delivered with cloying affection, incongruous with the situation, Charlie gestures pointedly towards the audience.]