After meeting Fuyumi that day, Izuku was taken home by Tsukauchi. He slept all the way home and woke up in his room. He kept thanking him for taking him home and kept apologizing for the trouble he caused.

Tsukauchi didn't mind at all, instead, he felt more sympathetic to Izuku for going through it all by himself. He felt sad that although he was an adult, he didn't realize the burden that a little boy had to carry on his shoulders.

Fuyumi also had time to contact him. Izuku told her that he was sorry, for disturbing her and for showing his weak spot in front of her. Fuyumi told him that she didn't mind at all, let alone that she was grateful to be able to help.

A few weeks have passed since then, and the feelings inside Izuku have become lighter. His face became brighter for a child his age and not a fake smile with the gloomy eyes he used to show, although there was still an atmosphere that was not suitable for his age around him.

Izuku is currently having dinner with his friend Todoroki Touya in the dormitory canteen. Izuku has katsudon for himself and Todoroki has cold soba.

They chatted during the meal, Todoroki told him about his raid today and how it goes since Izuku asked him. Todoroki and his other teammates raid an A-rank dungeon that appeared in Kyusu. The enemy is a giant monster made of mud. It was a smooth ride that they could complete in nearly 30 minutes, it was the fastest record in their raid history.

" it must be fun, I wish I could go too "

" you still have 2 months of detention so be patient and wait "

" That's cruel you know "

" it is your gift so enjoy it "

" Hey!.. "

The two laughed together while mocking each other. They continued to chat until their conversation got off topic. Izuku then remembered the day he met Fuyumi.

Izuku felt the need to tell Todoroki this because he was his younger brother, but he wasn't sure about that.

Todoroki noticed Izuku's silence and then asked.

" What is wrong? "

" Nothing "

" for you to suddenly be silent, it's obvious you have something on your mind "

" Looks like I still can't fool you "

" You're still 10 years too early for that "

Even though Izuku was a little annoyed, he just let it go and told Todoroki straight away.

" I met your sister the other day "

" wait, you what?... "

" I met your sister, her name is Todoroki Fuyumi right?"

" yes that's true, but how? "

" turned out that she was one of the kidnapping victims that day, she wanted to meet me, so she contacted Tsuakuchi-san for it "

Izuku looked at Todoroki, to see his reaction. He lowered his head, there was a trace of sadness, regret, and a hint of anger in his eyes.

" Really? so how is she? "

" she looks fine, she even consults me, and thanks to her I'm feeling a little better now "

" is that so, it's good to hear that, as her brother, I thank you for saving her "

There was silence between them, Izuku then opened his mouth.

" don't you miss your younger siblings?"

" It's a lie if I don't miss them, but all I can do now is to look at them from afar"

" Do you want to meet them?"

" What? "

" Your sister invited me to dinner, she said I could bring a friend with me "

" I... don't know, I'm not sure they are ready to meet their dead brother "

" it's you or them who are not ready? "

" tsk, stop reading people's feelings "

" Well, if you can read mine, then why can't I read yours "

" tsk, fine, I'll think about it"

" Okay, let me know if you want to come "

" Sure "

After they finished speaking, they separated and returned to their rooms.

A few days later, Izuku stood in front of the dormitory waiting for someone while checking his phone. A few minutes passed, and finally, the one he was waiting for came.

" Izuku... "

" so you come "

Izuku saw Todoroki see something different in him. Todoroki's hair is black.

" did you dye your hair?"

" shut up, you'd better not say my name while we're there "

" Okay, okay, so what should I call you"

" Dabi... "

" Dabi? it's a strange name "

Todoroki glared at Izuku, Izuku just smiled after teasing Todoroki a little.

" Okay, okay I understand Dabi-San "

The two of them stood there waiting for Tsukauchi to pick them up since Izuku couldn't go anywhere unattended. In addition to being Izuku's supervisor, Tsukauchi was also invited to dinner by Fuyumi.

After waiting for a while, Tsukauchi finally came with his car. The two of them walked in and headed to the location Fuyumi gave them.

30 minutes drive they arrived at a traditional Japanese-style house. Izuku and Touya got off first while Tsukauchi parked the car.

Touya looked at his old house, mixed feelings engraved in his eyes. Izuku just glanced at him and immediately returned to face the house.

" is it here? "

" yes... "

There was a delay in Touya's answer, it was understandable since he was back in the house he had left for many years. Izuku would have reacted the same way if it had been him.

Tsukauchi arrived, and then knocked on the door. After a while, someone finally opened the door. Fuyumi came out to greet her guests.

" Welcome, although busy thank you for coming "

" same here, thanks for inviting us " (Tsukauchi)

" you are welcome, by the way, is that person your friend? "

" ah, right, this is my friend Dabi-san " (Izuku)

" nice to meet you my name is Todoroki Fuyumi "

Touya looked at her and then nodded in response to her greeting.

" Dabi... "

There was an awkward silence between them, seeing this and putting himself in the middle of them.

" a... please forgive him, he is such a person "

" um... it's okay, then please come in, dinner is ready "

" then please excuse us "

They entered the house, and Fuyumi guided them to the dining room. There were already two people waiting for them there. Fuyumi walked in first and then introduced her family members.

" Please have a sit, let me introduce you this is my brothers Natsuo and Shoto, this is the one who saved me Izuku-Kun and his friend Dabi-San, this is also the policeman who helped me Tsukauchi-san "

" hello thank you for saving our sister, I am Todoroki Natsuo "

" Shoto... "

They fell silent after listening to Shoto's answer. They didn't expect to hear the same answer in one day, especially Izuku. He reflexively glanced at Touya, Izuku tried not to laugh, thinking that his youngest brother would give the same response as him.

' pfft, after all, brother is still a brother '

Touya knew Izuku was laughing at him and gave him a sharp glare.

Feeling that the conversation was not flowing, Fuyumi invited them to sit down and start dinner. Dinner is already served at the table. There are cold soba, garage, salads, and some other dishes.

Izuku tried it himself, he was speechless because it tasted so good, and so was Tsukauchi. But in Touya's case, a hint of longing was attached to him.

As his friend, Izuku decides to speak up instead of Touya.

" wow this is delicious, did you make it yourself? "

" Thanks for the compliment, and yes I made this myself because our housekeeper retired some time ago because of her age "

" that's amazing, but what about your parents? " (Tsukauchi)

" w-well, our father was always busy and didn't have time for us, so we always took care of ourselves "

" what about your mother?"

" that... "

~tak...

They were taken aback by the voice coming from Touya. He deliberately put down his chopsticks hard. Now everyone's attention is on Touya.

" Excuse me, can I borrow your bathroom? "

" o-of course, of course, Natsu can you show our guests the bathroom? "

" Okay... "

Touya left with Natsuo, leaving the dining room in a strange atmosphere. There was an awkward silence between them, nobody opened his mouth to break the ice.

Tsukauchi felt guilty for offending a part he shouldn't have done. He immediately apologized to Fuyumi for slipping his tongue.

" Sorry, I crossed the line "

" i-it's okay, I'm fine with it, it's fine"

Although she said that, Izuku and Tsukauchi knew that she was not doing well. But they just followed her since she didn't want to talk about it.

Meanwhile, Touya is washing his face in the bathroom with Natsuo waiting at the door. He saw a shadow of himself. He didn't believe that he would return to this home after a long time.

He was happy to see that his brothers and sister were okay, but when he heard about his parents, the bitterness came back. The anger that had been buried for a long time was now trying to show its fangs.

After so many years his anger still hasn't subsided, instead, it is hidden deep in his heart. Touya was lost in thought for a moment, but he came back when he heard the knocking sound from his brother.

" excuse me Dabi-San, are you done? "

" yes I'm done "

Touya opened the door and saw his brother waiting for him at the door.

" what made you so long? "

" I'm just thinking about something "

" Really? well let's go back, sister must have been waiting for us "

" Sure "

Touya followed Natsuo back to the dining room, only to see such an awkward air when they got there. Natsuo approached his sister asking what happened.

Fuyumi noticed that her brother had returned and quickly replied that everything was fine, although she had an awkward smile on her face.

They continued their dinner without further conversation. Before returning home, Izuku and the others helped them clean up the table. At first, Fuyumi felt bad for letting her guests help clean up, but later accepted their help.

After finishing cleaning, Fuyumi accompanies Izuku and the others to the front of the house with Natsuo and Shoto.

" thank you for today, and I apologize for the inconvenience I caused " (Tsukauchi)

" are welcome, and don't mention it, it's okay "

Tsukauchi bowed slightly, apologizing for what he had caused. Fuyumi felt burdened to see Tsukaushi bowing to her. After receiving Tsukauchi's apology, Fuyumi turned her gaze to Izuku.

" Izuku-Kun "

" yes?... "

" Will you visit us sometime, I think it would be nice if you and Shoto could get along since you guys are the same age "

Izuku was silent for a moment, he didn't have any friends who were about the same age as him, because he was always busy and no one his age became a Hunter.

" of course, if I had time I would visit "

" thank you, I hope you two can get along"

" Sure "

Izuku approached Shoto who had been standing still since just now. Izuku offered him his hand.

" I hope we can get along Shoto-Kun "

Shoto hesitated at first, with Izuku's sudden approach. But he later accepted Izuku's hand.

" u-um, same here too "

The two shook hands with each other, although Shoto seemed awkward he seemed happy to accept, and so did Izuku. Both of them seemed happy to make new friends, especially Izuku. He smiled innocently, he was just happy to finally have a friend who was about the same age as him.

When they were done, Izuku and the others went home, Tsukauchi took Izuku and Touya to their dormitory. Along the way, they chatted a little, but Touya remained silent. He seemed lost in thought to himself.

They arrive at the dormitory, Tsukauchi heading first because he still has work to do, leaving Izuku and Touya in front of the dormitory.

Izuku glanced at Touya as he had remained silent from the moment they got into the car. He decided to open his mouth to strike up a conversation.

" you okay there? "

Touya was silent for a while before answering.

" yes... I'm fine... "

" Are you sure?"

" yes, let's go back, I'm tired "

Touya answered Izuku's question quietly, he didn't seem to have any spirit left, and his eyes already looked tired. Izuku decides to let Touya rest, after what he's been through tonight. It was a difficult dinner even for Izuku.

The two of them headed toward their respective rooms. It's ten o'clock in the evening. Touya was lying on his bed, he stared blankly at the ceiling of his room. His mind is still glued to his family.

Touya was relieved to see that his siblings were okay, but still. After knowing how his father still treated them the same, he had no choice but to get angry.

He slowly closed his eyes, the images of his father appeared in front of him. The eyes full of greed looked at him, he could still yell at him, telling him to stop.

Touya gritted his teeth, slamming his fist on the bed. In the end, he spent the whole night without sleeping in the slightest.

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