Izuku gazed out the plane window and thought about how this all happened. It was a surprise to be sure, but a welcomed one.
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The tournament finalists got 3 tickets to the artificial moving city inhabited by over 10,000 scientists, I-Island. Right on time for the I-Expo.
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Using that as a chance, All Might pulled some strings to get the whole class to join. This way, we’re not separated and can spend some of our suspension doing something fun and/or productive.
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Izuku: ‘I’m sure someone there will be able to help Ida.’
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While thinking on the past, the boy is distracted by the sound of something exploding across from his seat on the private plane.
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Kaoru: “Can you not do that on a plane, you psycho!”
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Due to finalists not being able to travel together, the groups had to be divided strategically. Izuku got to stay on a plane with Kaoru Akashi and-
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Mei: “You can’t expect me to not work on my babies for hours on end! I’d go crazy!”
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Kaoru: “Better crazy than dead!”
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His class wasn’t the only one that was allowed on this trip. Good thing too, despite Hatsume’s eccentricities she is one of the best people to work on a new leg for Ida.
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Izuku smiles at Kaoru hanging over the back of her seat, bantering with the still tinkering Hatsume. It’s a bit of a shame he couldn’t spend time with Kiri or Momo instead.
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But considering his feelings for them, maybe it’s for the best. Especially after what Kiri said before they left.
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Inko: “Have fun, you two!”
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Their mother hugs Kiri and Izuku, making sure to squeeze enough love to make up for Tatsumaki and Fubuki’s absence.
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Izuku: “We will, don’t worry.”
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Kiri: “Nh.”
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Inko: “It’s been a long time since I’ve been alone at home for a few days. I’ll miss you two.”
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Izuku: “We’ll miss you too. And if you get lonely, I’m sure Fubuki or Tatsu will spend time with you.”
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Inko: “I hope so… ”
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Before they could worry too much about those two, Inko sent them off. Wouldn’t want them to miss their planes.
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Along the way, the two made some small talk. Most notable being their partners on this trip.
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Kiri: “Akashi and Hatsume. Two girls… ”
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Izuku: “Tokoyami and Kirishima. Two guys.”
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Kiri: “Fair.”
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After a moment to collect her thoughts, Kiri stopped walking to declare her intentions.
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Izuku: “Kiri?”
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To his surprise, Kiri grabbed his shirt and claimed his lips. Like a woman who hasn’t drunk water in days, Kiri lapped up the pleasure, and Izuku returned in kind. But before they can do more, she backed off and took a breath.
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Izuku: “W-Why did you-”
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Kiri: “I don’t know if I was made to love you, to better protect you. But I want to love you. And I choose to.”
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Izuku: “That means… ”
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Kiri: “I’m not giving up. And… ”
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She whispers the last part in his ear.
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Kiri: “I heard what you did with Udders; I want my turn.”
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Leaving him to sit in the implications, Kiri bounced away towards her destination.
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Izuku: “… Wow.”
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Izuku: “Yeah, it’s for the best. Who knows what would have happened?”
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“Attention passengers. This plane will soon begin its descent to I-Island.”
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Kaoru: “Finally! I think we might have been the last one.”
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Mei: “Oooh, I smell a new baby in the making! Making this plane fly faster will be a great challenge!”
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Kaoru: “Midoriya, make her stop.”
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Izuku: “Hahaha.”
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The plane soon landed, and the trio exited wearing their hero gear. Well, Kaoru and Izuku did; Mei only needs her inventing clothes.
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Izuku: “Wow, it’s even more beautiful than I thought.”
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The mobile island was massive. Despite the imposing walls that surround it, the actual island was gorgeous. There were four different cities, one in the middle, with three others at each point of a surrounding triangle.
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Each city was surrounded by man-made lakes. Finally, near the edges of the inner ring-shaped barriers were dense forests. Truly, an isolated paradise with the styling of a theme park.
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After the trio went through the strict hi-tech customs, they decided to split up.
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Kaoru: “I’m going to look for Sabrina. Aoi and Shiho should be with her. I won’t get in trouble for flying, will I?”
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Izuku: “Nope, you can use your quirk freely here.”
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Kaoru: “Sweet! Later, Midoriya.”
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As Kaoru flies off, Izuku notices that Hatsume has already wandered off. No doubt to sell her gear to scientists or learn something new from them.
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Izuku: “Well, guess that means I’m on my own.”
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Just then, the boy noticed some commotion nearby.
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“W-Wait, ALL MIGHT!!”
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“The number one hero!”
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“We need an interview!”
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“Get closer!”
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The boy sees All Might get swarmed by a bunch of people and reporters.
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All Might: “AHAHAHAH! Thank you for such a warm welcome! Line up for autographs!”
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Izuku smiles at the sight and goes to leave; that is, until he runs into Tsuyu and Ida.
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Izuku: “Gah! Where did you two come from?!”
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Tsuyu: “Escaped before the swarm, kero.”
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Izuku: “I see.”
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The boy couldn’t help but notice Ida’s current condition. Right now, he is in a wheelchair being pushed by Tsuyu. His expression is neutral and blank, but despite that, Izuku can see some hope in his eyes. This place is one of the most scientifically advanced areas on the planet; if they can’t help Ida, no one can.
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Izuku: “So, do you want to wait together until they’re done?”
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Ida: “No choice. All Might knows where our hotel is.”
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Tsuyu nods to confirm Ida’s words. Understanding the situation, Izuku waited with the two until All Might was finished. It didn’t take long for the silence to become awkward. Thankfully, Tsuyu did have something she wanted to say. She just needed a moment.
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Tsuyu: “Midoriya?”
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Izuku: “Yeah?”
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Tsuyu: “I… I’m sorry for what I did before… at the amusement park.”
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The boy recalls that time so long ago when Tsuyu was filled with fear because of him.
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Izuku: “O-Oh, it’s fine. It was my fault anyway; I’m… better now.”
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She shakes her head.
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Tsuyu: “It’s not your fault, kero. I didn’t know what came over me.”
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Izuku: ‘And you don’t need to know.’
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Ida: “All Might is coming.”
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The two refocused on the present as All Might appeared with several lipstick marks.
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All Might: “I didn’t think I’d be stopped that long. Sorry for that.”
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Tsuyu: “It’s alright, kero.”
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Izuku: “Hi, All Might.”
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All Might: “Glad to see you, young Midoriya. Once I’m done with young Ida and checking up with an old friend, I need to speak with you and young Yaoyorozu.”
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The boy should’ve known there would be something happening. He sighs and nods. Before those out of the loop could ask about anything, the group heard a boing sound. Looking up over the nearby stairs, they watch as a blond girl bounces down to them with a pogo stick.
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Eventually, she got closer to jump off the stick and into All Might’s waiting arms.
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“Uncle Might!”
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All Might: “Melissa! You’ve gotten so big!”
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He says while happily spinning her around.
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Melissa: “It’s been so long! I’m so glad you came!”
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All Might: “Wouldn’t miss it for the world! But I almost didn’t recognize you.”
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Melissa: “Well, I am seventeen now. I’m pretty heavy now, huh?”
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All Might: “Not at all!”
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He laughed again while playfully throwing her a little into the air to prove his words. After that, he let her down. Meanwhile, Ida and Izuku sported bewildered looks, shocked at the close relationship. As for Tsuyu, her expression was the same, but you can tell she appreciates the warmth.
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Melissa: “I’m glad to see you’re well. Sorry I was a bit late. I was really caught up with an experiment and lost track of time.
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All Might: “Oh, it’s not a big deal, Melissa! I was busy getting mobbed, after all. AHAHAHAH!”
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The hero turned to Ida and pointed his hand towards him.
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All Might: “Here is young Ida, the one I was telling you about over the phone.”
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Melissa: “Oh! Nice to meet you, I’m Melissa Shields. My father is a good friend of All Might.”
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She offers her hand, and he takes it after a while.
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Ida: “H-Hello, I’m Tenya Ida. T-Thank you… for trying to help me.”
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Melissa: “Don’t worry, I’m on the case. Sorry my father can’t help too; he has his own project to work on. But, apparently, your group brought me some help.”
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Izuku: “Yes, Mei Hatsume and Momo Yaoyorozu. I don’t know where they are at the moment.”
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Melissa: “Don’t worry, I’ll find them. Meanwhile, I’d like to know more about you three.”
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She goes to shake Izuku’s hand and then Tsuyu’s, both giving her their full names.
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All Might: “Well, you all have fun. I’ll go and pay your father a visit. Here is the hotel key and location.”
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He hands the information and item to Tsuyu before leaving. The group waved All Might goodbye as he hurried towards the central tower of the island.
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Melissa: “Now then, let me give you a tour. I’m sure we’ll run into your friends eventually. After that, we can properly start on the Engine Project.”
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The group followed Melissa as she showed the amazing sights of the island. The one most geeking out was Izuku, who knew just how much it would take to build all of this.
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Izuku: “Whoa, this place is amazing! I can’t believe the whole island is man-made; it’s nuts.”
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Tsuyu: “Look.”
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Izuku: “No way!”
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The group looks towards the group of people crowding around another famous hero.
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Izuku: “It’s the Monster Hero: Godzillo!”
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Tsuyu: “My brother loves his movies, kero.”
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Izuku: “Me too!”
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Melissa: “Nice, I bet a sponsor flew him out there for the expo.”
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Izuku: “Yeah, I heard it’s pretty expensive to sponsor someone. My sister actually used that system to fly Emory here too. I wanted her to bring Shinso too, but it was too much.”
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Izuku: ‘At least I convinced Aizawa to help train him.’
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Melissa: “I heard that Blizzard was loaded. Didn’t know she was that well-off. Oh, look!”
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While walking, she points to a nearby building. But whatever was inside could wait; Ida stopped the group.
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Ida: “If you don’t mind, I’d like to rest in my room. I’ve seen enough.”
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The three look at him with worry, and it only makes him feel worse. He… doesn’t deserve this.
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Izuku: “Are you sure?”
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Ida: “Yes. Tsuyu, you don’t have to push me. I can handle it.”
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She shakes her head and keeps her hands on the back of the wheelchair.
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Tsuyu: “It’s fine. I want to help.”
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The boy’s shoulders slump, understanding he can’t change her mind.
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Ida: “Alright. T-Thank you.”
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Melissa: “Well, if you’re sure, then we’ll see you later. I’ll keep you updated on the Engine Project.”
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He simply nods before being pushed in another direction by Tsuyu.
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Izuku: “Ida… ”
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Melissa: “Uncle Might didn’t give me all the details. Who did this to him?”
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Izuku: “A… villain. But Ida blames himself because he put himself in the situation.”
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Melissa: “Why?”
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Izuku: “To avenge his brother.”
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Melissa: “Wait, so the Hero Killer did that?!”
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Izuku: ‘So his name reaches even here…’
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Izuku: “He was involved but not the main cause. Anyway, it’s not important. As long as Ida can get a new leg and become a hero.”
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Melissa: “Of course, don’t worry. Like I said, I’m the case. But right now, let’s continue the tour. I’m sure we’ll run into one of my helpers I’ve heard so much about.”
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Izuku: “Yeah… ”
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Izuku: ‘It’s also a good way to focus on something less heavy.’
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The duo entered the building Melissa pointed to before, and the sight helped ease their nerves. The soft blue lights and the diverse hero item selection.
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Izuku’s inner geek wanted to burst out and cheer at the displays. But he just didn’t feel like it right now.
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Melissa: “Midoriya, look at this one!”
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Didn’t mean the girl wasn’t going to try and lighten the mood. She points to some sort of high-tech air vehicle. Looks high-speed if the holographic video above the display was anything to go by.
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Melissa: “This multipurpose Beagle can fly like a jet, of course, but it can also move underwater!”
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Izuku: “That’s… that’s… so cool!”
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Melissa: “Haha, I’m glad you think so. Come on, there is something I want to show you.”
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She grabs his hand and leads him to another display. This one was of a special diving suit.
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Melissa: “You can wear this diving suit and drop seven thousand meters in the ocean.”
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Izuku: “So deep!”
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Next, Melissa takes him to a booth where he can try out some support gear.
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Melissa: “This helmet is equipped with 36 different sensors so you can see all around your body.”
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Izuku: “Um, I actually can do that already. Sort of.”
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Melissa: “Oh… ”
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Izuku: “S-Still cool though! Let’s go to the next one!”
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The duo continued to explore and relax in the display hall. But it doesn’t entirely work; seeing all these support items gets Melissa thinking.
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Melissa: “You know, almost everything here was created based on inventions Papa patented.”
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Izuku: “Wow, I bet you’re proud of him.”
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Izuku: ‘Wish I could say the same.’
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Melissa: “Yep. Each of these support items will help heroes around the world. I hope I can add to his legacy with the Engine Project. So… I want to say thanks for trusting me with it.”
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Izuku: “N-No, no, you don’t have to thank me. All Might was the one who recommended you.”
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Melissa: “But Ida is your friend, and I’m sure you wouldn’t want someone you don’t trust working on him.”
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Izuku: “I guess… you’re right.”
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Melissa: “So, thanks again. I won’t let you down.”
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The boy nods and gives her a reassuring smile.
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Izuku: “I know you won’t.”
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As the two give each other bright smiles, Izuku suddenly feels a chill creep up his spine.
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Kiri: “Having fun?”
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The boy freezes for a second before slowly turning to face his blank-faced sister.
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Izuku: “K-Kiri?”
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Momo: “Ahem. You appear to be having a good time.”
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Izuku: “Momo, too?”
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Jiro: “Midoriya, how’s it going?”
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Izuku: “Even, Jiro? Okay, everyone calm down.”
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Kiri: “We are perfectly calm.”
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Momo: “Very.”
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Melissa: “Are these your friends?”
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Izuku: “Um, y-yeah, these are my classmates.”
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Izuku: ‘Let’s not bring up how two of them are more than that at the moment. One of whom is my sister, sort of. Time to change subjects.’
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Izuku: “In fact, Momo here is one of the people who will help you in the Engine Project.”
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Melissa: “Oh! I knew we’d run into each other eventually. Nice to meet you.”
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Momo, not seeing anything really wrong, sighs and shakes Melissa’s offered hand.
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Momo: “Likewise.”
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Melissa: “So what’s your quirk? I heard it’s incredible.”
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Momo: “Well, I can create things.”
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To prove this, she holds her arm out and produces a matryoshka doll painted exactly like Melissa. The other girl quickly caught the doll as it popped out of Momo’s skin.
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Melissa: “Oh my goodness! That’s amazing! No wonder you were put on the project. I can’t wait to meet my other partner.”
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Momo: “Well, she is certainly… a character.”
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Melissa: “My gosh, I already have so many ideas. With you, I could even upgrade your hero costumes if you’d want. Instant production would cut down on time substantially.”
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Momo: “Hahaha, you’re just like Izuku when he nerds out.”
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Kiri: “Nh.”
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Izuku: “Hahaha.”
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Jiro: “I’m starting to feel like a third wheel.”
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Melissa: “Well, we can’t have that. I actually have some ideas in my head regarding your quirk specifically.”
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Jiro: “Huh? W-Why?”
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Melissa: “I didn’t have time to see the whole tournament, but I did see your match, and I was fascinated by your sonic gun.”
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Jiro: “W-Well… Momo made that so-”
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Melissa: “Even more reason for us to discuss this over some tea. Follow me.”
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Caught in her wave of excitement, the group let Melissa lead them out of the building. While the girl talked, Kiri stayed a bit back with Izuku.
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Kiri: “Love rival?”
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Izuku: “O-Of course not! We’re just friends. Her father is David Shield, All Might’s friend.”
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Kiri: “I see. That’s good. After all, you still owe me.”
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Izuku: “I…uh…”
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Giving in, Izuku just sighs and nods. The sight puts a smile on Kiri’s face. Eventually, the group makes it to an outdoor cafe area.
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Melissa: “Wow, you all really got to work with pro heroes!? Like on the field?”
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Kiri: “Nh. Fun.”
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Momo: “Until it wasn’t it.”
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Melissa: “Yeah, I heard. I’m sorry you all had to go through such a horrifying experience.”
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Jiro: “Well, I wasn’t really there so… ”
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Momo: “I’m glad you weren’t there, Kyoka. It was stressful as is.”
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Jiro: “Still, I wish I could have been there to help.”
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Kiri: “Might happen. So prepare.”
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Melissa: “Right! So, about those support gear upgrades I was talking about.”
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Izuku starts to tune out the girl talk happening at the other table and focus on his drink.
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Denki: “Thanks for waiting.”
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Izuku: “Thanks for the drink, Kaminari. Still surprised you decided to work on break.”
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Denki: “Well, they need the extra staff, and they pay, so I thought, why not? I even managed to convince Tokoyami to help out.”
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He points his thumb to another table being served by a Tokoyami in a clean-cut suit. Despite his bird appearance, the girls he’s serving seem to like him. If the
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Denki: “Might give Todoroki a run for his money at this right. Who would have guessed?”
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Izuku: “Speaking of, where is he?”
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Just then, a large explosion was heard far in the distance. It was strong enough to shake the ground a bit. Worried about it, the group quickly made their way to the source.
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Izuku was the first one to arrive and see what appears to be some sort of battle arena.
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“A clearance time of 28 seconds. He’s in seventh place.”
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On top of a small rocky mountain was Kirishima smiling after defeating several robots scattered about.
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Kiri: “That’s where Rocky went.”
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The boy turned around to see the rest of his friends arriving on the scene.
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Melissa: “So I’m guessing that’s another U.A student as well?”
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Izuku: “Yeah, he’s from our class too.”
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“Now, welcome our next challenger!”
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The group looks down to see Bakugo walking towards the starting area with a determined gaze.
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“The villain attack force has been reset! Ready… go!”
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As soon as the words were spoken, Bakugo blasted off like a rocket. Every robot was taken out with a single blow in rapid succession.
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Bakugo: “DIE!”
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Melissa: “Die?”
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Izuku: “It’s his catchphrase, don’t worry about it?”
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“Look at that time! Only 10 seconds, he’s in first place.”
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Kaoru: “Booo! I demand a recount! Boooo!”
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Apparently, Izuku’s group wasn’t the only one here. Not far away, sitting in the audience, were Kaoru and her friends.
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Izuku: “You guys, you participated too?”
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Aoi: “Only Kaoru and Sabrina did. Kaoru got first place with 12 seconds, which is why she is mad.”
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Kaoru: “I can’t believe I lost to that jerk.”
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Kiri: “I thought Scary Eyes or Flash would be first.”
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Sabrina: “My range is not as good as Kaoru’s. Still got third with 15 seconds.”
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Aoi: “If I’m Flash, then it’s because I want everyone else to go first.”
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Kiri: “Confident?”
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Aoi: “Of course.”
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Melissa: “Wow, Midoriya, you have a lot of colorful friends.”
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Izuku: “Yeah, I’m lucky to know them.”
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Bakugo: “Deku!!”
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The boy turned just in time to see Bakugo jump onto the rails and glare at him. Tensions rise as the two refuse to break eye contact.
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Melissa: “What’s up with those two?”
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Momo: “Let’s just say they have history.”
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Kiri: “Ugh.”
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Bakugo: “Why are you here, Deku!? I know you’re not here trying to beat my score.”
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Izuku: “N-No, I was just checking what caused that loud noise.”
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Bakugo: “Tch, I should’ve known you’d back out of this too. You don’t deserve to be here, Deku!”
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Izuku: “Are you still on about that?! By that logic, you don’t deserve to be here either!”
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Before either could say anything more, a surprise cooled them down.
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Uraraka: “Bakugo, didn’t you say you were going to watch my attempt?”
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The duo turned to see Uraraka, who’s about ready to jump down to the starting area.
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Bakugo: “Hah!? I didn’t say that, round face!”
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Uraraka: “Then you’ll miss how I’ll break your record.”
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Bakugo: “There’s no way that’s happening!”
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Deciding this was more important, Bakugo jumped over the rail just as Uraraka did. Izuku could only stare in awe.
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Izuku: ‘How did she do that?’
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Denki: “Oh? Does Bakugo have a soft spot for Uraraka?”
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Kirishima: “Hahaha!”
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Bakugo: “Hah!?”
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Before the boy could correct that misinformation with a bomb in the face, the round started. Uraraka brought what seemed to be floating debris tethered to grappling hooks from her gauntlets.
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When the countdown started, she spun around fast and released the tethered debris, firing it at the stationed robots. When their weight was restored, they shot off like bullets.
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All of the robots were torn apart, and the time was called.
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“Excellent showing! Clear time, 11 seconds!”
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Uraraka: “Aw, man! So close.”
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Kaoru: “No way, I’m third now?”
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Sabrina: “Impressive.”
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Bakugo said nothing and doesn’t seem to have reacted to it. But Izuku could tell; he has been around Kacchan long enough to notice the slight smile.
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Izuku: ‘He really is changing… but… for some reason.’
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I don’t like it.
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Uraraka: “You’re turn, Midoriya.”
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Izuku: “H-Huh?”
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Kirishima: “Yeah, we want to see what you can do.”
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Bakugo: “Tch, like he could beat round face’s score, let alone mine!”
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Izuku: “… Fine.”
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As Izuku floats downcast, Aoi sighs.
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Aoi: “I shouldn’t have waited. I doubt I can beat his score.”
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Kaoru: “Huh?”
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“We got another challenger! Today is just full of surprises. But what is this?”
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Instead of standing, Izuku sits on the ground in a meditative state and closes his eyes.
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“Um… are you ready?”
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Izuku: “Yes.”
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“Well… okay… start!”
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The second the first syllable left the announcer’s mouth, Izuku’s body erupted in green. Every single bot on the course started to glow and then rapidly flew from their hiding places. After that, they were smashed into each other, creating a jagged metal sphere. Finally, Izuku slammed the result into the ground.
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All without moving an inch.
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“AMAZING! Seven seconds! SEVEN SECONDS! Two seconds away from our ALL-TIME RECORD!
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The boy breathed in and out before floating back up to the stands.
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Kiri: “As expected.”
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Kirishima: “Way to go, man!”
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Karou: “Ugh, I have to get better at sensing things; I could have done that too!”
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Bakugo: “Tch! I’m going again and blowing that score to ash!”
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“SIX SECONDS!”
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The whole group turns to see who beat Izuku’s score, and it was none other than Todoroki. The whole small mountain was frozen over.
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Denki: “Yep, should have seen that coming.”
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Bakugo: “Him again!?”
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Melissa: “Another one from U.A? You guys are amazing! You’re all going to be great heroes.”
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Momo: “You’re too kind.”
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“Due to the state of the area, we will only allow one more challenger.”
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Bakugo: “Me!”
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“No retries.”
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Bakugo: “Damn it!”
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Kirishima: “Maybe next time, Bakugo.”
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Izuku: “So, who’s going?”
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Jiro: “Not interested. I don’t want to embarrass myself.”
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Kiri: “Boring.”
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Aoi: “I lost my chance. I can’t beat six seconds.”
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Shiho: “I want to see what Yaoyorozu can do.”
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Momo: “M-Me?”
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Melissa: “Oh, yeah! Me too! I want to see your quirk in action.”
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Shiho: “And I heard that you’ve gotten stronger; I’m curious.”
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Momo: “I-I don’t think I can beat six seconds either.”
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Izuku: “You don’t have to. Just… have fun.”
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Kiri: “Like Rocky.”
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Kirishima: “Yeah, it’s a good test of your current skill too.”
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Momo: “I… alright! I won’t disappoint you all.”
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Momo vaulted the rail, landing down below.
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"And here’s our last challenger for this evening! Are you ready?"
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Momo nodded, set her feet, and brought up One For All. Her veins glowed before she sparked with red lightning. She jerked her arm, and a polearm came out, which she held in a loose, ready position.
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"GO!"
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Momo exploded forward at her current maximum of 5%. Three steps had her already up to the first plateau, and her naginata sliced the bot cleanly in half.
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The force behind it was so great that the rock beneath it cracked as well. Her naginata glowed red as Momo utilized her Quirk, stabbing it into the ground and growing it rapidly to fling herself at the next bot.
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As the naginata was absorbed back into her body, her momentum propelled her into the next bot with a dropkick. Her feet planted into its chest and shot it backward into another villain, knocking both of them off the mountain.
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Momo quickly rolled back to her feet and soared into the sky. She created a bow, and this thing looked mean.
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The construction of this thing put every bow from history to shame and required some extreme strength to even draw the string. Then there was the arrow; it looked like it was made for hunting dragons.
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Momo took aim at the bot in the water and loosed the arrow. It flew so fast a shockwave rippled around it. Without even bothering to watch her shot hit, Momo used the momentum from it to turn herself around and made a second arrow. This one looked futuristic and was covered in strange bumps.
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She loosed the arrow, and it looked like she'd overshot. Instead, when it passed overhead of the cluster of remaining bots, the arrow detonated, flinging shrapnel around and shredding the final enemies.
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All the while, Melissa had been marveling at Momo's performance.
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Melissa: 'Amazing. What destructive strength! But is it just me, or…'
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"Another amazing performance! The time is 12 seconds, tying with one of our former first placers.”
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Momo smiled, waving at the crowd as she leapt back up to the stands.
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Kiri: “Well done.”
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Izuku: “Way to go, Momo. You might not have gotten first place, but you looked the coolest.”
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Momo: “Thank you!”
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Melissa waited after everyone who wanted to gave their congrats and left to do their own thing. Those remaining were Izuku, Kiri, Momo, Jiro, and herself.
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Melissa: “Excuse me, but I have a question.”
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Momo: “Yes?”
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Melissa: “What was the draw on that bow? It was quite big.”
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Momo: “Um… fifteen hundred kilograms.”
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She says with a slight blush.
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Melissa: “Really! You must have a strength quirk as well.”
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Momo: “Well… no I-”
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Jiro: “Yeah, I was wondering about that too, Momo. What was all that red lightning and sudden increase of strength?”
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Momo: “I-”
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Izuku: “Just say your quirk evolved.”
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Momo: “Are you sure that will work?”
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Izuku: “It has to. Maybe Melissa can know, but not Jiro. I’m sorry.”
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The girl sighed and agreed to the telepathic plan.
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Momo: “M-My quirk evolved, and I’m a bit stronger. It’s a side effect of my increased ability to create things. It happened during the internship.”
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Jiro: “Oh, that makes sense. Congrats.”
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Melissa: “I see, I guess that works.”
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Kiri: “Engine Project.”
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Melissa: “R-Right! I thought we would have run into my other partner by now. I guess we have to search a bit harder now.”
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Izuku: “Thanks, Kiri.”
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Kiri: “Nh.”
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Momo: “I have no idea where that girl could-”
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Mei: “There you all are! See, I told you I knew where they would be.”
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Jiro: “Speak of the mechanical devil.”
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The group turned to Mei, who was walking toward them. But she wasn’t alone. There was a young boy with her, one with pure red hair and a soft smile.
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For whatever reason, Izuku felt something off about him. Despite that, he doesn’t show his discomfort.
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Mei: “Let me show you someone who appreciates my babies almost as much as me, Soma Kageyama.”
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Izuku: “Wow, you remember his name?”
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Soma ignored everyone else and went straight for Izuku. He offered his hand and smiled.
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Soma: “Nice to finally meet you, Izuku Midoriya.”
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and then Add to home screen.