It was lunch the next day and I'm sitting there thinking about how my internship with Endeavor will go and trying to figure out how to ask my dad today after school for him, Present Mic, and Midnight to help me learn to control Shadow Wolf because I realized that I needed to learn how to use it.
Ashido says, "So, guys, have you decided what pro agency you wanna go for?"
Mineta says, "Mr. Lady's my top choice!"
Tsu says, "Mineta. Are you thinking something perverted?"
Mineta says, "Possibly..."
Ojiro says, "You made it pretty far in the tournament. It's weird you didn't get any offers."
Ashido says, "I know," causing most to jump.
Ochaco says, "Hey, Deku, who's on your list?"
Izuku is muttering, "There are only 40 heroes who'll take us, so after looking up their specialties and splitting them into groups, I can start narrowing..."
Ojiro, Mineta, Ochaco, and Ashido all say together, "There he goes again."
Izuku says, "Huh? Oh. Sorry, what'd you guys say?"
Tsu says, "You're really thinking hard about this, aren't you?"
Ochaco says, "It'll all work out. I've settled on my pick."
Ashido says, "Already?"
Ojiro says, "What agency?"
Ochaco says, "The one that the Battle Hero, Gunhead, runs."
Izuku says, "Huh? Gunhead's a big brawler, though. Are you sure that's where you wanna intern, Uraraka?"
Ochaco says, "Yup! He sent me an offer."
Izuku says, "Whoa, really? But, I thought you were trying to be a hero kinda like Thirteen, more into rescuing than fighting."
Ochaco says, "Ultimately, that's the plan. But I've even thinking ever since the festival-well, at least since I faced off against Bakugo and seeing Cara fight. The stronger I am, the more possibilities I'll have. Plus, learning from a battle hero will give me a different perspective. Right?"
Izuku says, "Yeah, totally."
Ochaco says, "More importantly, there's something I've been meaning to ask you all day. Why are you trembling?"
Izuku says, "Oh. This? It's exercise."
Ochaco says, "Exercise? Were you doing that during the whole class?"
Ashido says, "There's no way!"
Mineta says, "That's such a old-fashioned way to train."
Ojiro says, "A smart one, though. The isometric muscle contraction that's needed to hold your body above your seat makes it an easy way to work out without moving."
Bakugo mutters, "Idiots."
Tokoyami, "Tis skill not strength that governs a ship."
Tsu says, "You aren't reacting to Mineta, Cara. Is everything alright?"
I look up and say, "Yeah. Just a lot on my mind."
Tsu says, "Do you know where you are going to intern?"
I say, "Yeah. Endeavor offered and despite not liking him personally it's a good opportunity."
Tsu says, "Is that what is worrying you?"
I smile and say, "Ironically. No. I have control over all of my Quirks but one and this new one but it's because I don't really know it."
Tsu says, "Which Quirk?"
I say quietly, "The one that I haven't used since it killed someone. Shadow Wolf. I'm trying to find a way to ask my dad if he'll help me train with it and learn to control it. I'm not sure if Erasure will work on it especially since it seems to become my actual body but I don't really trust Present Mic or Midniht to be there alone or together incase I do lose control. My dad even at my worst is able to get through to me. Even though last time I almost fought him and Midnight had to use her Quirk to knock me out."
Tsu asks, "When do you want to ask him?"
I say, "I was thinking of asking him when we were in the car going home but...I don't know how he'll react...plus I'm actually kind of scared to ask him."
Tsu asks, "Would it help if you had someone with you when you asked him?"
I look at her and asks, "What are you asking, Tsu?"
She says, "I'd be willing to go with you if you want a little support. You almost took Shigaraki's Quirk to your face despite knowing what it would do just to save me. It is the least I could do for you. I'm sure Tokoyami or Todoroki or Yaoyorozu would be willing if you asked as well since you seem to be good friends with them. If you don't want me to go I could talk to one of them."
I shake my head and say, "No. They have a lot on their plate right now I don't want to bother them."
Tsu says, "You like one of them don't you?"
I smile slightly and say, "Yeah..."
Tsu asks, "Who?"
I say very quietly, "To be honest...Todoroki...he's been my friend since he was born. Our mother's were friends. I went with him to see his mother and his mom brought it to light. She embarrassed both of us saying it so casually.
Tsu says, "Well he is very nice looking..."
I blush and say, "It's not his looks I'm interested in. I'm not sure what it is but I don't actually care about his looks. I mean they aren't bad and therefore don't hurt but I like his deep emotions. If you can read them he is very sincere."
Tsu says, "Yesterday you got him out of his shell and it was obvious that he cares for you."
I say, "Since it is still lunch would you mind coming with me to the teacher's lounge. My dad will be in there."
Tsu says, "Yeah. I'm ready."
And we walk side-by-side with me leading the way towards the teacher's lounge.
