-Shana's POV-
I slowly made my way to the table where the man known as All Might was sitting. He looked up at me and grinned before getting up to pull my seat out for me. My heart started to beat rapidly and I couldn't get it to stop. I sat down and the waitress made her way over to our table. I ordered a blueberry scone and an iced caramel macchiato. He ordered an expresso and a white chocolate chip scone.
"I do believe this belongs to you." He handed me my wallet and I smiled at him. "How was the rest of your day Shana?" I smiled at his thoughtfulness. "It was great! Not only did I enjoy working here in the city but I made two new friends! Which already has made coming here worth it!" He smiled and gave me a thumbs up. "That's great! I Hope you like it here. It's definitely a lot to get used to. You lived in a small town, didn't you?"
"Yeah, I did," I replied. "Kentucky is mostly made up of small towns and I came from one of the smallest. But how was your day? You said you were gonna explain!" He let out a slight chuckle. "I did say that, didn't I? It was a pretty good day actually. I enjoyed it more than I thought I would. I do believe part of that was due to our conversation this morning." I felt a blush rise to my face and I tried to make sure he didn't notice. "Really? Well, I'm glad I was able to help."
"Who exactly are you Shana?" My head popped up at this. "What do you mean Toshinori?" I began to fumble with my fingers under the table. "I'm asking who you are. Tell me about yourself Shana." I understood then. "Oh! Well, I'm not really all that special to be honest. I'm a fifth-generation quirk user. I actually have my hero license. However, I don't really do hero work. I was awfully sick as a child. I was born with diabetes. So health was always a major issue for me. By the time I was five I learned how to give myself shots and I had to start watching my intake of a day to make sure my sugar didn't go too high or too low. I was made fun of growing up because of my health condition and because I had a hard time losing weight. I remember during the hero course I was in at my local high school some boy actually shoved me into a trash can and told me I would never make it as a hero. I love the prospect of saving people but I don't believe anyone truly takes me seriously because I don't look your average hero. I'm not skinny and buff and I can't lift a car or any of those things. So I just decided to work as a secretary at a hero agency instead." I could feel the tears roll down my face and I didn't want to cry in front of him but I just couldn't stop it. I hadn't ever told anyone these things before. "Hey, look at me."
I slowly raised my head to look at him. "Don't down yourself just because of what other people think about you Shana. You seem like a wonderful person. You definitely put some life back into me that's for sure. What matters is that you're true to yourself Shana. You wanna be a hero? Screw everyone else. Go be a hero!" He slowly reached his hand forward to wipe the tears from my face. "Toshinori...I." My thoughts were interrupted by a loud crash as a man come flying through the window. A villain walked in with fire emerging from his hands. "You thought you had me didn't you ya stupid hero. Well, prepare to die! All of you!"
I stood up without even a single thought as I threw up my hands in front of me. "Water cyclone!" I screamed as a tornado of water erupted from my hands. It blasted the man in the face and sent him back outside and across the street. I noticed everyone including Toshinori look at me and suddenly the whole cafe erupted in applause. I felt an arm wrap around my shoulder. "Well, look at that. Someone just saved a life." I looked over at Toshinori and threw myself into his chest and began crying. He wrapped me in a warm embrace and pulled me close rubbing circles in my back. I knew right then and there that I could be a hero. That's what I've always wanted and now thanks to Toshinori I might actually get my chance.
The next morning I was getting ready for work and my boss texted me telling me to stay home. The news of me saving those peoples lives was everywhere. They were calling me the water girl! I was rather surprised. I heard my phone beep.
Toshinori: Hey Shana. Are you seeing the news? You're like all over it. Water girl saves the day! You've officially made your debut as a hero! You should be proud.
Me: It wasn't really that big of a deal Toshinori.
I made my way to the kitchen to fix breakfast phone in hand and it started ringing. It was Toshinori. I picked it up and didn't even get to say hello. "What do you mean it wasn't a big deal Shana? Have you lost your mind? Meet me at the pier in 10." He then hung up the phone without even giving me a chance to retaliate. I quickly grabbed a pop tart and made my way out the door. I beat him there and I noticed how pretty the water looked. "It's beautiful isn't it?" I turned to face Toshinori and I noticed that he had two bags in his hand. "It is. Watcha got there Toshi?" I saw a blush rise to his cheeks. "Toshi?" I quickly realized what I have done. "I'm so sorry I called you that without even thinking!" He then smiled. "It's okay. I kinda like it. That being said this stuff is for you." He handed me the first bag and I pulled out a small box with a piece of New York Style Cheesecake. I smile lit up my face and I knew I looked like a kid in a candy store. He just chuckled at my expression then handed me the next bag. I was absolutely amazed. Inside were two different costumes. "What...is this Toshi?"
He began to scratch his head nervously. "Well, I thought I might be able to help make your dream come true. Last night was just a start. I hope they fit. I kinda guessed on your size. If they don't you can always have them adjusted." I pulled them out to get a better look at them. They were both so cute.
I couldn't help the tears that flowed down my face. "They're perfect Toshinori! Thank you so much!" I slowly put them back in the bag and he tugged me into a warm embrace. I wrapped my arms around him and just took in the feeling. I felt my heart beat rapidly and I knew what was happening. I just didn't want to admit it yet. I slowly pulled back and just smiled at him. We sat on the beach that day and talked for hours. Mostly about what we did in our spare time. "Oh," He said. "While I'm thinking of it there is a wonderful doctor here in town for diabetics. I was able to get you in next week if you want to go." This man never ceases to amaze me. I nodded my head confirming that it was something I would be interested in. He left shortly after having to go take care of some matters in town. I then made the notion to get my hero license moved to Japan. They didn't give me too rough of a time and I was thankful for that.
I made my way back to the apartment and sat down on the couch. I couldn't help myself but think of Toshinori. I barely even knew this man yet he was saving my life. He was making me see that I could be a hero. I briskly got up and put on one of the outfits he got me. It fit perfectly and the grey boots were a wonderful finishing touch. I made my way outside and began to go on patrol. Excited for what the night may bring. I was not just Shana Feld anymore. From here on out I was officially Seaway.
