Pixie-Bob: “Wow, you guys actually made it.”
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The students made it to the lodge with only a few minutes to spare. More than that, only a few were tired and dirty from the battles. The ones that struggled the most were Sero, Tsuyu, and Denki. At least the poor boy wasn’t in his brainless state. That’s an achievement in itself.
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Sero: “We would’ve been toasted if it wasn’t for Midoriya knowing where to go.”
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Mina: “Yeah, there’s no way we could have made it within two hours normally!”
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Kirishima: “Tell me we’re going to eat… I’m so hungry.”
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Pixie-Bob: “Don’t worry, you guys can eat. Be proud that you were able to do so well. Two hours is actually normal for us pros. Our bad.”
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She says while sticking out her tongue and giving a wink.
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Sero: “So in other words… ”
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Jiro: “We wouldn’t have had to rush if you gave us the correct time limit.”
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Pixie-Bob: “Yeah, but it all worked out right?”
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Everyone: “No!”
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Aizawa: “Pipe down and go take all of your stuff out of the bus.”
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Mina: “We have to go all the way back!?”
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Izuku: “Don’t worry guys, I can-”
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Aizawa: “No teleporting.”
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Izuku: “Ah, never mind.”
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Aizawa: “Once you’ve brought your bags to your rooms, dinner will be waiting for you in the mess hall. After that you can hit the baths, and then it’s lights out. The true start to camp will be tomorrow. And be quick about it.”
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The class sighed at the fact they have to go back through the forest before eating.
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Ida: “Well, the quicker we do it, the faster we can eat.”
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Momo: “Right, besides, Aizawa never said no flying. Right, Izuku.”
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Izuku: “R-Right.”
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Mina: “Oh, thank god!”
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Izuku floated up while enveloping everyone in their own personal green bubble. While they flew away, Kiri didn’t stop looking down at Pixie-Bob.
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It didn’t escape her notice that Mandalay wasn’t there to greet everyone. One way or another, she is getting answers tonight.
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After getting their supplies and becoming acquainted with their rooms, the class went to town on the food served. The atmosphere was jovial and talkative, except for Izuku and Kiri.
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As expected, Izuku is sitting between his girls. But what’s not expected is the unwillingness to eat. Even Kiri won’t eat her sugar cubes.
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Momo: “Not you too. What’s wrong?”
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Kiri: “Big Cat Lady upset. Don’t know why. Need to talk.”
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Izuku: “Quirks issues, too private to talk about here. Also need to talk to the pro heroes.”
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Momo: “Oh… okay. That does sound serious.”
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After taking another bite of her food, Momo makes a schedule in her head.
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Momo: “Since boys and girls have different rooms and we shouldn’t sneak out, we have talk before then. First, we talk with the pros since you both need to speak with them.”
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Izuku: “Sounds good. We’ll probably have time while everyone else goes to the hot springs.”
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Kiri: “Nh.”
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Momo: “R-Right.”
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Momo: ‘Shoot, I wanted to enjoy the springs. Well, I guess I can go with Kiri tomorrow.’
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Plan set, the trio waited until the time was right. While everyone else went to the hot springs, they followed Pixie-Bob to the break room. Momo made sure to tell Jiro what they were doing, so no one would worry.
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When the two arrived in the break room, a surprise was waiting for them. Not an entirely good one.
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Pixie-Bob was turned toward them, expecting their arrival. Sitting on the couch, though, was Mandalay, eyes red from tears. Kiri’s eyes widen while her body propels her to her friend. Kneeling next to her, she asks the question.
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Kiri: “Mama Cat… what’s wrong? Why are you crying?”
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Instead of Mandalay answering, Pixie-Bob does.
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Pixie-Bob: “Her nephew, Kota, has been missing since the Hosu Incident.”
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Immediately, the trio are cast back to that night. The flames, death, and destruction. To think a child younger than them was caught up in that mess.
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Momo: “I-I’m sorry.”
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Izuku: “So you’ve been looking for him?”
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Mandalay: “Yes… but… he hasn’t turned up.”
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Kiri: “Is that why Little Cat and Cat Man aren’t here?”
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Pixie-Bob: “Ragdoll is with Class-B while Tiger just got done looking around Hosu. We take shifts when we can.”
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Kiri: “I want to help.”
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For the first time tonight, Mandalay gives a genuine smile while rubbing Kiri’s hair.
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Mandalay: “Thank you, but you should focus on your training.”
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Kiri: “Strong enough. Valkyrie, remember?”
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Izuku: “W-Wait, they know?”
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Momo: “That is something Kiri has to explain to us.”
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Pixie-Bob: “You’re the brother, aren’t you?”
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Izuku: “Y-Yes.”
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The pro gives the kid a once-over before giving a thumb-up.
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Pixie-Bob: “Yep, Kiri has good taste. Almost makes me want to steal you for myself.”
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Izuku & Momo: “Huh!?”
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Kiri: “Cat Lady… ”
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Pixie-Bob: “I did say almost.”
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In response to their banter, Mandalay laughs weakly. The sight does make her heart lighter. But then the thoughts of her nephew return, and the fears of what could be happening swallow her.
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Kiri feels it all.
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Kiri: “Mama Cat, I can… eat your negative feelings. I can… make it feel better if you want.”
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Mandalay: “You… can?”
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Momo: “I didn’t know that.”
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Izuku: “It’s why she doesn’t need to eat much and why I didn’t… well… I owe Kiri my life. So I can say it helps.”
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Kiri: “I only take some negativity from people as food. But I can take more if you want. You’ll feel better.”
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The pro sighs and thinks it over. It would be nice to feel happy again, to enjoy the training camp. But…
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Mandalay: “Thank you, but I can handle it.”
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Kiri’s eyes widen as her head tilts in confusion.
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Izuku: “Why?”
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Pixie-Bob: “Yeah, I was sure you’d say yes. You haven’t been… doing too well.”
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Mandalay: “Because I don’t want to enjoy myself while Kota is out there. Besides, I think it’s important to feel these things. It helps me stay focused on what matters.”
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Kiri: “But-”
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Mandalay: “Don’t worry. If it gets bad enough to where I’m like how Midoriya implied he was, then I’ll give you permission. But it won’t come to that. I just need some time. I’ll be all better in the morning, ready to do my job.”
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The girl wanted to say more, do more. But Pixie-Bob shook her head. There’s nothing that can be done for now. It’s not like Kiri can just vanish from the class and search Hosu right now.
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Kiri: ‘Afterwards, I’ll help. Udders protects Onii when I’m gone.’
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With that, the trio left the pros to themselves. After they made it a good distance away, they leaned against a wall and let the situation settle.
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Momo: “That was a lot to take in.”
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Izuku: “Yeah, she’s already dealing with a lot. My matter can wait.”
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Kiri: “What matter?”
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Momo: “Wait, I’m sure it’s something heavy, and I think we need a break from that. Instead, how about you explain how you know them, Kiri?”
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Kiri: “Ah, alright.”
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It didn’t take long for her to explain. It basically boils down to a happenstance meeting with Pixie-Bob and then Kiri insisting on them helping her with boy issues.
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At the end, Izuku was squatting on the ground with his hands over his face.
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Izuku: “I can’t believe you did that. And you even told them I was your master… ”
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Kiri: “Still true.”
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Izuku: “Still weird!”
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Momo: “Seriously… I should have expected as much.”
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Kiri: “Haven’t told them about us yet.”
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Momo: “Yeah, we’ll leave that for after we find Kota.”
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Kiri: “Help?”
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Momo and Izuku: “Of course!”
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Izuku: “The three of us can definitely find them.”
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Momo: “So don’t worry about Mandalay; she’ll be smiling with her nephew in no time.”
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There weren’t many people Kiri considered True Heroes like her family. But right now, seeing Momo’s resolute and determined expression, she’s proud to count her among that number.
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Kiri: “Nh! Thank you.”
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Momo: “It’s what heroes do.”
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Kiri: “Of course.”
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Before the two could stare into each other’s eyes anymore, Izuku interrupted the moment.
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Izuku: “That’s probably when I should ask them to be my Apostles.”
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Kiri & Momo: “… You’re what?”
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Now it was time for Izuku to tell a story, one more serious than the previous. By the end, the two girls were confused and a bit… concerned. But at least they are caught up with the madness that is Izuku’s quirk.
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Kiri: “Not Onee-chans or the Cats.”
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Momo: “I agree. I’m surprised Tokoyami is considering it after what happened to Shinso.”
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Izuku: “I won’t ask our sisters; that’s why I should ask Mandalay. That’s why I don’t have to ask Fu-”
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Kiri: “No.”
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Izuku: “Kiri… ”
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Momo: “Why can’t I be an Apostle? That way they don’t have to.”
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Kiri: “No. Not you either.”
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Izuku: “Yeah, besides, none of them want-”
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The Twelfth: “*%&(#)!”
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The left eye twitches.
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Izuku: ‘You can’t be serious… ’
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Indeed, Sabrina Kanto was a fine candidate, near perfect for The Twelfth. It would be happy with her. But since the opportunity has arrived, why not speak truthfully and declare who the perfect Apostle is?
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After all, who is better suited for The Creator than Creati?
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Momo: “Izuku?”
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Izuku: “… No, I can’t do it. It will just have to settle for Kanto.”
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Momo: “So… one of them does want me?”
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Izuku: “Yes, but-”
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Kiri: “No buts, too far. Your quirk, your control.”
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Izuku: “I know… ”
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However, the desire doesn’t go away. It’s like an itch that refuses to leave. The need to gather his Apostles. But more than that, they are, in a way, his subjects. He can’t just ignore their requests. Especially since the payoff could be worth the pain.
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Cecelyne: “They will come around in time. The challenges ahead will force them to. It is inevitable.”
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Izuku: “What do you-”
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Before he could ask more, Aizawa came around the corner.
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Aizawa: “What are you three doing?”
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Momo: “J-Just talking!”
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Kiri: “Nh.”
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Aizawa narrowed his eyes but quickly trusted their words. He knows those three are dating, surprising as it is, but he doesn’t think Midoriya would do anything risque in public.
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Aizawa: “Get to your rooms, lights out.”
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Trio: “Right!”
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After saying goodnight, they separated and went to the showers and finally to their own rooms. Izuku opened the slide door to see that everyone was already asleep. Well… almost everyone. But didn’t care about Bakugo struggling to sleep. He had more important things on his mind.
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After cleaning himself, Izuku found a mat and fell into it. But sleep would not come, not until he sorted things out.
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Izuku: “Will something bad happen if I don’t get all of my Apostles?”
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A deep sense of dissatisfaction engulfs his mind.
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Izuku: “Yeah, I figured. I did say I’d at least ask. It wouldn’t be right. But I won’t ask my sisters.”
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They understand, as long as there are alternatives. However…
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The Twelfth: “M*(@)!)”
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The boy didn’t ask, but the girl was willing.
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Izuku: “She doesn’t know what she asks for.”
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They didn’t need to respond; they know it was a lie. She does know, at least enough to consent. But sending Momo through that… even if it is less painful than before.
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Izuku: ‘But I’m willing to send others through, huh? They can suffer, but not those close to me? Or in another way, they are worthy of the ‘gift’, but not those close to me?’
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The prince sighs at the moral dilemma he wishes wasn’t thrust upon him. One, not a soul can help him. None of the beings within would encourage a moral option, except for maybe Phoenix.
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Whatever his choice, that’s for tomorrow’s Izuku to worry about. For now, he just wants to rest.
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Cecelyne: “Have you forgotten, my prince? Mental training doesn’t stop just because you train in the physical. Slaanesh has annoyed me enough, it’s her turn now.”
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Izuku: “… Darn it."
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and then Add to home screen.