3 Days After The Battle of Kamino
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The angel returns to the waking world and finds himself staring into a dark ceiling.
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Azrael: ‘I’m alive… ’
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A familiar feeling of disappointment echoes in his head before he can smother it. Getting up, he looks around to see a dingy square room with a single open door.
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Azrael: ‘A new hideout, I suppose. All For One must have-’
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Dabi: “Seems like you’re awake.”
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Emerging out of the darkness outside the door was the scarred man within their little league.
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Dabi: “Had to be on my shift. Well, I better ask how you’re doing.”
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Azrael: “Physically, fine but weaker. I pushed myself too far. Mentally… I… lost. I failed sensei and he had to save me.”
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Dabi: “We all lost. Don’t go beating yourself over nothing.”
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The angel’s eyes widen as she slowly turns to his comrade.
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Azrael: “We? What do you mean? I sent you all to All For One, and he-”
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Dabi: “No. The big boss lost too.”
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The man didn’t let Azrael breathe and didn’t sugarcoat anything. Explaining exactly what happened and where they are now. The League of Villains are now stationed in one of their many safe houses around the country.
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It’s much further than the original and far away from the heroes they’re supposed to be fighting. In return though, it’s much more spacious. Almost like a villain dorm.
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That fact doesn’t change anything for Azrael, though.
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Azrael: “All For One… lost? Sensei… in jail?”
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The man trembles as tears threaten to spill from the utter impact of the news.
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Dabi: “Don’t go crying. That will not change anything. Even the other two knew that.”
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Azrael: “Theo? Tomura? Are they alright?”
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Dabi: “Yes. The kid has been working himself to death in his lab while the boss is making plans.”
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Azrael: “… I see. I assume we are to lay low for a while and build our forces?”
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Dabi: “That’s the plan. Now, I did my job. When you are ready, you can eat down below.”
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With that, the man left Azrael to his grief and anger. Feelings he knows all too well.
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Looking at his hands, the angel lets a single tear fall. Not one more shall fall. Dabi is right that nothing will change. Still, the thought remained.
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Azrael: ‘If I didn’t play with my food and instantly killed those pros, could I have helped sensei? Is… this my fault?’
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Balling his fists, he can only accept it as truth. When he does, he can move forward and focus on vengeance. Anything less would be a disgrace.
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So the man got out of the bed, redressed himself with the business attire left for him on the chair, and went down. The base was truly a downgrade from before, not a complete dump, but more like the underside of a boiler room.
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Pipes line the walls, and red light was the main source of illumination. The layout, though, was nice. It was a dorm system with several rooms converted into personal, but temporary, homes for the members. The center was an open space that could be used as a living room.
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Arriving in said place, Azrael was welcomed by Spinner and Compress. They’re sitting down at a rectangular table, seemingly waiting for food to arrive.
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Spinner: “Look who decided to wake up. Some of us were worried you weren’t going to make it.”
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Azrael: “Don’t be. If I am to die, it won’t be by some hero.”
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He says while taking a seat at the table.
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Compress: “You woke up at a good time; food should be here soon.”
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Azrael: “Take-out, again?”
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Compress: “Of course, and of a lower quality due to the location. Can’t afford teleportation at the moment unless absolutely necessary.”
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Azrael: “A wise choice. Will anyone else be joining us? Like Kota, for example.”
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Spinner: “Ah, about that… the kid isn’t with us.”
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Taking a slow breath, the angel went through the possibilities. Only one seemed likely.
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Azrael: “I assume one of the heroes took him in.”
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Spinner: “Yeah, at least it was his family and not a prison. Though I’m sure many would prefer that despite him being a kid and all.”
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Azrael: “I see… ”
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Compress: “As for the others, they do come down from time to time. Mustard, for example, is currently releasing his poison outside. In a way that doesn’t reveal our location.”
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Spinner: “Plan on getting Kota back?”
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Azrael: “… I’ll run it by Tomura first.”
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It was then that the opening of a door was heard. From around the corner came Magne, Mustard, and Toga.
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Toga: “Tada! Lunch has arrived!”
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Magne: “And it seems Azrael is awake too.”
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Azrael: “Hello, you three.”
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Spinner: “Please, tell me you brought something good this time.”
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Toga: “Big sis Magne is still pretty noticeable, and I can’t waste too much blood. So… ”
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Azrael: “Ah… ”
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Protein bars, bread, water, and jolly ranchers. Not much of a meal.
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Compress: “I said Mustard should be the one to go out. No one knows his face.”
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Mustard: “You first.”
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Azrael: “You don’t have to keep your mask on here, you know.”
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Mustard: “I prefer it on, thanks.”
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Spinner: “Eating alone again?”
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Mustard: “Yeah, later.”
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The boy takes a single protein bar and heads up to his room. In return, Twice, Dabi, and Tomura came down.
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Twice: “Whoa, is that a five-star meal I see!”
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Toga: “You’re just saying that.”
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Twice: “No way, I always tell the truth. I’m a compulsive liar.”
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Spinner: “It’s better than last time.”
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As the others start taking the little share they are allowed, Tomura walks toward Azrael.
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Tomura: “You’re awake.”
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Azrael: “I am, and I… heard about what happened.”
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Tomura: “… Don’t worry about it. This changes nothing. Eat and get your strength up.”
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Smiling, the angel removes his mask and takes a single loaf of bread.
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While they eat in a comfortable silence, a blue portal opens up beside the table.
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Twice: “Can he not do that all the time? Pretty lights, love it!”
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From the portal steps out an exhausted and yawning Theo.
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Theo: “I swear Giran drives me crazy. I know villain activity has increased, but that doesn’t mean I have to be the one to equip them all. The pay isn’t even that-”
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The boy’s eyes widen when he sees Azrael awake. Immediately, the boy tackles him with a bone-crushing hug.
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Theo: “You’re awake! I thought you-”
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Opening his eyes, he realizes that he is reminding everyone of his true age. Getting off and coughing, Theo returns to his adult demeanor.
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Theo: “I knew you would be alright; welcome back.”
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Azrael: “I’m glad to see you too, Theo. I’m not happy to see bags under your eyes, though.”
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Theo: “Blame Giran. Ever since… you know, monetary support has been scarce. So it’s up to me to keep the lights on.”
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Twice: “Yet we’re still eating gruel. Thanks for the food, good sir. Still 5-star!”
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Theo: “You’re welcome. And add onto my work with the next stone, school, and my undercover activities, and sleep is a distant dream.”
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Tomura: “If we’re going to accomplish our goals, we need you at your best. Take a break.”
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Theo: “I’m fine. Besides, I’m sure you’ll change your mind when I show you this!”
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He opens a portal and brings out an actual 5-star meal. Quickly, he sits down an assortment of chicken, rice, eggs, and noodles.
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Toga: “Whoa!”
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Spinner: “Finally, some meat!”
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Theo: “Yes, you may now refer to me as the strategist and the provider of goods. Long, I know. Anyway, I’ll get Mustard. He’s even younger than me and so needs it the most.”
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Azrael: ‘A fact you refuse to let him forget.’
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Tomura: “Wait.”
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Theo: “Yeah?”
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Tomura: “Where did you get this? Thought you were too busy, and Giran doesn’t offer such generous commissions.”
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Theo: “Of course I stole it when a restaurant was in the crosshairs of a minor villain attack.”
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Compress: “A poor stage, but well done.”
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Theo: “Thanks.”
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Tomura: “I won’t reject the food. But you’re putting us at risk; knock it off.”
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Theo: “What do you-”
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Tomura: “We’re supposed to be laying low for now. Doing something like that will only make it more likely for a hero to sniff us out.”
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Theo: “Come on, no one knows my real face. My undercover persona hasn’t been leaked. If anyone should be getting food and supplies, it’s me.”
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Tomura: “Strategist… ”
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Sensing that Tomura was serious about this, the boy relented.
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Theo: “Fine, all the bare necessities. No more risky theft.”
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Compress: “Oh, but that is the best kind. But I understand our leader’s hesitance to put you at more risk. You already have a lot on your plate.”
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Theo: “I suppose… at least we can enjoy the meal.”
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Azrael: “Actually, I can’t.”
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The group looks at Azrael, who has yet to take part in the new meal.
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Tomura: “And why is that?”
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Azrael: “… Forgive me, but… I want to visit Sensei.”
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Silence enough to hear even a pen drop consumes the table. Until Spinner broke it.
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Spinner: “Are you crazy!? Do you know where he is?!”
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Toga: “The same place they took Mr. Stainy.”
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Compress: “As much as I would like to say I broke into Tartarus, I’m afraid that is far beyond our abilities.”
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Tomura: “Azrael… explain.”
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Azrael: “… I just… I didn’t get to say goodbye.”
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Theo: “You think you’re the only one! I was knocked out by some little girl before his fight with All Might even happened!”
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Twice: “Technically, she’s older than you. Shhh, not now, idiot.”
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Theo: “Honestly, that makes it worse. Add that onto the fact my family helped bring him down, and I… I feel sick to my stomach.”
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With that, any joy that was blooming in the group was brought down.
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Tomura: “Even if we wanted one more moment with him, we can’t draw attention to ourselves.”
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Azrael: “We won’t have to. I can teleport in.”
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Theo: “Cameras.”
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Azrael: “You’re smart enough to create us a window of opportunity.”
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Theo: “… Damn it, you’re lucky flattery works on me. It’s not impossible, I suppose.”
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Compress: “And what about the quirk suppressors?”
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Azrael: “I’ll be weakened, but it can’t fully turn off my quirk. Even if it’s a copy.”
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After a moment, and failing to suppress his own desire for one last meeting, even if by proxy, Tomura agrees.
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Tomura: “We can’t break him out. Too risky.”
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Azrael: “I know. Just a simple talk.”
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Tomura: “… Fine.”
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Compress: “Interesting, we’re actually breaking into the famous Tartarus. Shame we can’t tell anyone about our task. It would be one worthy of the history books.”
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Theo: “Yeah, well, it will take a few days to create something that could scramble the systems for a few minutes.”
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Twice: “Seriously, kid, how smart are you!? Are you sure you don’t have a quirk? Rude question.”
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Theo: “You’re right, that is rude. But I forgive you because you acknowledge my genius.”
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Dabi: “Can we eat now?”
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Spinner: “Surprised you waited.”
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Dabi: “I prefer to eat in silence.”
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Theo: “So edgy.”
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After a light chuckle among the more lighthearted members, the group ate the best meal they’ve had in a long while.
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10 Days After The Battle of Kamino
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It was simpler than they thought it would be. Teleporters are exceedingly rare, and so defenses against such things are still rudimentary.
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As for the cameras and sensors, it took longer than Theo thought, but he did create a device to feed false data into them. Ready, the plan was set and executed without much issue.
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Kurogiri opened a small portal behind All For One, and Theo tossed the device inside, and it activated within three seconds. Next, Azrael used his own portal to walk into All For One’s cell.
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This way, if they can trace unique portal or spatial distortion signatures, they’ll get two different ones. Once inside, Azrael levitated an inch off the ground so he wouldn’t leave a trace.
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Sensing him, All For One spoke first.
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All For One: “It would seem I underestimated you. I assumed this would be a place you three couldn’t reach.”
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Azrael: “Theo made a way. But I only have around seven minutes.”
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All For One: “Plenty of time to make an escape. But I hope that is not what you plan.”
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Azrael: “No, it would be too risky and draw too many eyes.”
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All For One: “Good. Tomura has grown well.”
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Azrael: “Indeed. He didn’t even want me coming, but I… insisted.”
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All For One: “Unexpected, I must say. I assumed Apotheosis would be the one to be the most emotional. But it was you.”
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Azrael: “Forgive me for my… weakness. But I… had to see you one more time. I may not make it before… my body gives out.”
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All For One: “I’m afraid any plan to break me out once Tomura is complete will be in vain. They plan to execute me in a month.”
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Azrael: “… What?”
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All For One: “Not publicly, of course. The Public Safety Commission still wants a clean image. No, I will simply die from my injuries.”
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It took all the man had to not lose his composure from the news. It was already bad enough seeing his sensei in such a broken state, but now this? No matter how he tries, he can’t stop his eyes from watering once more. Another reason to hate his failure.
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Azrael: “Sensei, I-”
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All For One: “There is no time for apologies. What’s done is done. It is time for you three to stand on your own.”
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Azrael: “… Yes, sensei.”
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All For One: “Good. Let’s not waste time on such things. Did the other two leave a message? I assume they did.”
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Azrael: “Yes, but it’s short. Tomura simply promises to achieve the goal that you’ve guided him towards all this time. For you not to worry about him, that he will continue to grow. Theo promises to break you out when he can and to place All Might in here in your place.”
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All For One: “Ha! That would be an interesting sight to see. A shame he’ll have to break that promise. I’m proud of you all.”
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Azrael: “Sensei… ”
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All For One: “That is why I want to leave one last gift. In this prison are three individuals who will greatly aid you and will share in your vision.”
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Azrael: “What? But how can I without drawing attention? I might as well free you.”
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All For One: “Breaking me out will be too much trouble, but those three will draw little attention. At least from the media and general heroes. I’m confident the Commission will bury the loss and send agents of their own to figure out what happened. I trust you’ll deal with them if they do find you.”
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Azrael: “Of course. Tell me their names and locations.”
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And so he did; all three are people used and abused by the society the League intends to bring down. With the information received, it was time to say goodbye. The last one.
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Turning away, the angel takes a breath and opens a portal. But not before saying words that leave even All For One stunned.
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Azrael: “Goodbye, Father.”
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And with that, he was gone to recruit All For One’s last gift. For said man, he recovered quickly and smiled.
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All For One: “Father… huh… ”
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His mind flashes back to when the three of them gifted him the helmet.
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All For One: “What is this?”
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The three of them stand before their father, who is sitting in his life-support chair, looking down at a gift box. After a second, he opened it to reveal a metal mask that resembled a crude skull with tubes attached to the back.
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Theo: “It’s a special helmet we made.”
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Tomura: “I thought of it.”
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Azrael: “I designed it.”
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Theo: “And I, of course, built it. Basically, it’s like a portable life support machine you can wear. Should last around an hour or so, depending on what quirks you use.”
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Azrael: “So don’t overdo it.”
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All For One: “I should be the one giving you three gifts.”
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An unknown feeling begins to swell within his chest as he looks into the mask. The result were words he rarely spoke to anyone.
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All For One: “Thank you.”
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Theo responded with a bright smile. Azrael’s eyes did the smiling. While Tomura simply looked away, but the man could tell he was happy due to how his heart skipped a beat.
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All For One: “I see now.”
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He cared for them.
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At first, they were simply a means to an end. In fact, the original plan was to steal Tomura’s body after escaping.
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But now?
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Even if the death penalty wasn’t on the table, the man doesn’t think he could do it now.
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Seeing them grow together and how much they seem to… care for him changed the man. They saw him, the king of all evil, as a father.
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One that didn’t beat them. One that didn’t discard them. One that didn’t refuse the call to be there.
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Those shadows still cling to them, Tomura most of all, but all three found someone that was slowly but surely freeing them of that past.
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All For One: “How… hilarious. Life is truly full of surprises.”
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Gyoro Gyoro: “It would seem All For One has failed to kill the Singularity.”
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The large creature says while lodging on an equally large cushion. It exists far beneath the earth, a civilization built by monsters, for monsters.
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Gyoro: “Even when we sent so many to help slow down All Might, he still failed.”
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Mosquito Girl: “Are we cutting ties?”
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Gyoro looks down at two underlings it sent to help in the Forest Lodge Raid. Two died, and the other two almost followed suit. The power of the Singularity couldn’t be left in the hands of humans any longer.
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Gyoro: “Yes. Without All For One, the League of Villains is nothing.”
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Plasma: “Then are we attacking? I want revenge for what the Singularity did to my husband!”
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Gyoro: “Not yet. True, All Might being cast off the board aids us. But we must make sure to strike when we are fully prepared. We will not get another chance. So we shall gather our forces, secure our bases, obtain more psychic disruptors, and refine our strategies against the other heroes. Remember, it’s not just the Singularity we must defeat but the entire surface world.”
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Mosquito: “… Very well, Mother.”
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With that, Plasma and Mosquito disappeared deeper into the underground labyrinth. As for the leader of this horde, it turns its gaze to the ceiling and contemplates.
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Gyoro: “I won’t let the future I foresaw come to pass, Singularity. I swear it.”
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To Be Continued
Next Time: The Apotheosis Saga
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