Chapter 3: School

Kold's POV

The realization that I had a quirk is really surprising; I would never have thought I could develop this kind of quirk. It was some kind of constructing quirk but much more because I can't summon or create anything from this world but from another universe entirely.

Last night when my mother came rushing into my room, she didn't bother knocking on my door rather she straight up kicked it open and asking me with wide eyes. It was like we had become rich in a matter of seconds, and that is very convenient if it became a reality.

"What did I hear about a quirk?!" she asked trying to shake the details off of me, like some kind of radio-generated machine.

"Mom calm down for a second… I can't talk if you keep on shaking me non-stop!" I complained and she let me go immediately and sat in my bed like a dog wanting to be fed with his favorite meal of the entire world.

It was not really strange for Mom to act like this, she too is anticipating for forever as to what my quirk would be. She called for doctors and researchers just to know what kind of quirk I could have, she spent quite a sum of money too and it made me a little guilty that I couldn't show my quirk like any other kid.

"I am calm! So, tell me what kind of quirk is it!" she asked excitedly, for the reason that she is anticipating this moment to come ever since I was a child who turned 3.

"I don't really have a name for it yet… but I might know the gist of it" I started to explain, and when I saw mom she was eagerly nodding her head and looks to be memorizing every detail of how and what my quirk is.

"Go on… don't mind me" she encouraged me to continue, and I can almost see air coming out of her nostrils in anticipation.

"Okay… I can summon something through this card" I said handing the deck into my mother's hand. "I don't know what kind of cards they are but, I believe it might be special because it suddenly appeared inside my bag" I explained and looking at her for any kind of reaction.

"This is…" she looked at the cards in nostalgia, I can also see tears forming in the corner of her eyes. "Vanguard…" she continued and looks to be reminiscing because she hugged the cards close to her chest like some kind of treasure.

"Do you know these cards Mom?"

"Yeah… this is how I and your father met; together with our friends back in the past…" she explained looking at each one of the cards in the deck. "This is also the cards your father used to play with… Kagero, a clan full of pride and strength, filled with ferocious dragons, tamers, and believers. They are one of the most powerful clans there is, especially when your father used it in battle" she said shuffling the cards naturally.

"Mom…" I grabbed her hands into mine and looked at her with eyes filled with adoration. "I know it must be hard with Dad not around for quite some time… but could you explain to me how do you use these cards?" I asked softly, wanting to be gentle with my mom because I know deep inside she is missing Dad, she is her world after all.

"No need… I have the guidebook and rule book on me, you can just read it when you have the time" she said handing me the cards back and hugging me in comfort, and running out of the room as quickly as she got in. "Goodnight honey, I'll give you the books first thing tomorrow morning!" she said in joy, and I think she is hoping back towards her room.

"Kagero… so that's what your clan is," I said looking back down at the cards in my hand. I grabbed hold of the very top card and flipped it to see the card. "Dragonic… Overlord… you must be a powerful card if you have overlord in your name" I said smirking at the card like some kind of maniac.

"I've got to go now Mom!" I yelled from the front door, as I am about to head out for school.

"Wait up! You forgot something!" she yelled back holding me from going out. I looked back at her and noticed that she is holding on to two new, I could guess as card boxes, and two books in her arms. "These are my old decks, and these are the guidelines and rules of the game," she said handing to me all of the things she brought.

"You better read that guidebook or else…" she said threatening me, and I swear I can see snake hair behind her. 'Mother's sure are pretty scary when it comes to what they want…' I thought sweatdropping from my head in fear.

"Got it" I agreed and the matter just dropped for some strange reason, but what I really don't get is as to why I need to know the rules of the game? I have a hunch that most of my questions will be answered by these books, but not the entire concept of how my quirk works will be listed here.

Upon going out I decided to put the card boxes in my bag, can't really be bothered looking at it in the streets and I'll check those at a later time in school. However, the two books were small so they could fit my pockets quite easily and I am eager to read about it immediately.

"The Planet Cray, a place similar to our own planet, but unlike planet Earth, Gods and Demons, Dragons, and other mythical creatures still roam the land. It is also a world where both Magic and Science have advanced hand in hand. Countries with advances in different fields and cultures rule over different parts of the planet Cray"

Reading the intro… it seems to be a solid card game that would be very popular if not for quirks popping everywhere and anywhere. However, one line really got me thinking…

"Imagine… you have stepped foot in the planet Cray leading your soldiers to battle. You are the Vanguard, the one that leads the clans to Victory"

'I am the Vanguard… the one that leads the clan to Victory… does that implicate to be me?!' I laughed at my own narcissistic thought. I couldn't be a vanguard; it seems to be a pretty big job to me, besides I have no talent in leadership or what along the lines.

As I was nearing my school 'Aldera junior High', it was an okay school in my opinion. Nothing different with the teaching, grading, or learning system, just plain old boring lectures, quizzes, and exams that will determine a person's knowledge of some topic or subject. It really is a stressful place to be, especially to someone who just wants to explore and roam around the town with nothing better to do.

I entered the class with students ganging up on me like wildfire, "Is it true that you talked smack on live TV?" "Do you also have an idea as to who made that massive dragon appear out of nowhere?!" questions were thrown at me left and right, and it is getting quite hard to breathe. All these are students are really starting to get on my nerves, and it is irritating the hell out of me.

"STOP!" I screamed at the top of my lungs stopping them from asking any more questions about the matter. "I don't know who summon that massive creature, but yes I did talk about how the unfairness of the situation," I said ending the conversation just like that, and it seemed to work because everyone shut their mouths, in fright. I better keep my quirk to myself, for now, I don't need this kind of attention.

"If you don't have anything more to say, then leave me alone. I don't want to talk about this ever again" I said looking at them fiercely, if they ever talk about this topic again then there will be hell to pay.

I walked towards my desk which is at the very front of the class, which in turn that teacher kept tabs on me all the time. I can't sleep or even blink without them noticing it, 'Why did I even decide to sit in here?' I thought angrily, but at least the good part is that I can't be bothered to talk to anyone from the back because the fear of getting caught by the teachers is a scary thought.

I plopped down in my seat while grabbing the boxes Mom handed to me, I opened the one that seemed to be full of stickers than the rest which is just a plain box in brown coloration. Opening the said box full of stickers and picking the very top to flip, what I see is very small and looks to be a powerful unit.

I read its name 'Goddess of the Full Moon, Tsukuyomi…' so; this is the card version of the great goddess of the moon. Pretty great if you ask me, she is also powerful just like Overlord, and their powers to are equal.

I placed my attention on the other box, and for some reason, it was very odd, to say the least. I grabbed to very top card and it shows 'Alfred Early…' it may not be as powerful as Overlord and Tsukuyomi, but it is very great and powerful looking.

*BELL RING*

The school bell started to ring and I decided to keep the cards off my desk, not knowing what the teacher will do if they found out I've brought cards or some would say toys in school. I mean come on, I am too old for robots and child toys, and can't they just see it as a new trend? Cards would mean I am trying to learn magic or illusion for that matter, and while on the topic I think it's not too far off if I try and learn optical illusion.

That thought was cut short because of Midoriya rambling on and on about muscle groups and schedules. 'Is he planning to go exercise or something?' I thought and I look down at my arms and felt my shoulders. 'They are a bit chubby… and soft… maybe I should start working out?'

"Midoriya, I know that you had a run-in with a villain, but pull yourself together kid. If you really wanted to go to UA, you might actually have to KNOW something" the teacher said karate-chopping Midoriya in the head with his quirk. 'Okay… that was awkward to put it lightly'

A series of laughs resonated in the class, but one thing that strikes me as odd though. Why isn't Bakuguo, speaking any nasty remarks… it's pretty weird of him to stay quiet and ignore Midoriya just like that. 'I wonder…'

"And also, Kold your adviser told me that you haven't submitted anything regarding your future school. He wants to talk about it after class, be sure to meet him at the faculty room" the teacher said while talking back about quirks and rules that everyone should know. I mean this is simple logic right, so I didn't bother listening to him and just pretended to agree with what the teacher said and be quiet about it.

School ended and it led me to the faculty doors, and I am not excited to take this talk about my future school. With a breath of frustration, I knocked on the door against my wishes and waited for someone to say come in.

When it did, I opened the door slowly and immediately greeted by my adviser who is looking rather confused and mad at the same time. "Glad that you came just in time Kold, I was anticipating your arrival" he greeted with a smile plastered on his face. "Have a seat, so that we can talk about your school for the future…" and that led to another smile but this time it feels creepy and awkward for some reason.

"Umm… sir, is there a problem? I know I didn't give you a name for a school but is it really that important now? I mean, it's still 10 months early for me to decide" I explained and I think I got him there, he didn't expect me to answer him like this.

"Well… I am not really trying to question you about what your school is, but rather I just want to inform you of the necessities and documents you must have in order to pass UA" he said, sitting down on his swivel chair, and it left me speechless for some reason.

"W-wait?! I didn't sign up for UA or any school for that matter! How can that be possible?" I asked worriedly, is there any mishaps or misunderstanding regarding this, or did someone interfere with my decision.

"Huh… I thought your Mom told you already… she called me earlier and asked if you already decided to go to UA and was just shy to write it down" my teacher said, and it all clicked. Mother has been planning for me to go to UA, she was just waiting for me to discover my quirk and that is where she made her move. 'Mom…' I started to tremble in anger.

"You seem angry, why is that?" he asked trying to get me to talk.

"That is because I am, she doesn't have the right to tell me where and what to do. I know she is my mother but this is just a low blow, and I need you to hold that thought and give me one week" I replied glaring his way, and I think I might have frightened my teacher but that is not the main issue as of now. Mother needs to know that I don't want this, and the idea of being a Hero is not in me.

"technically she does, she is still your mother but…" he started to talk, but with one glare from me he decided against it "and I'll keep my mouth shut now" he ended backing down and doing his business which is checking papers.

"I'll be leaving now sir," I said not waiting for a response, and just bolted out of the room and decided to go home as fast as I can. 'Mom… you have better have a decent explanation for this stunt" I said while speed walking towards the bus stop.

As I was angrily stomping on my way home, I noticed someone walking past our school with brown spiky hair, emerald eyes like mine, and looks to be the serious kind of man. I stopped in my tracks and followed him with my eyes, 'He seems familiar for some strange reason…' I thought about the guy, but when the image of the face of my mother smiling at the kitchen cooking dinner. I just exploded and forgot about the guy, and the thought that she overstepped in one of my life decision once again, made me mad yet again and I don't like it one bit.