It's been 12 minutes since teams were decided and I was put to be with Izuku so I was quite fine even if I would have preferred Shoto but again probably because I was dating him though I'm glad Izuku isn't stuck with Bakugo this time.

I hear Jiro and Hagakure scream and as soon as that happens Pixie-Bob says, "Next team! That's you two kittens. Ribbity and Miss Floater."

Jiro and Hagakure keep on screaming and I feel bad for them.

I hear Ochaco say, "I'm getting scared, Tsu. And those screams aren't helping."

Tsu says, "That's Kyoka and Toru, I think. Here, take my hand. Don't be afraid. We'll look out for each other. One step at a time."

I hear Ochaco just, "Mm-hm."

I hear Honenuki laugh and say, "Nice going, Kodai, you managed to scare everybody so far, ya big creeper!"

I hear Itsuka say, "Yeah, you're the star of the night!"

Kodai says, "Huh?"

Honenuki says, "I can't get over how funny Bakugo and Todoroki were." I somewhat pout wishing I'd seen that. He continues, "I thought they were tough."

Itsuka all the sudden says, "Hey. Smell that? I think there's something burning nearby."

Honenuki says, "Huh? Now that you mention it, it's kinda smoky out here. Maybe Bakugo and Todoroki got so scared, they fire-"

Itsuka screams, "Honenuki?" Itsuka then gasps and says muffled, "Yui! Don't breathe in! This smoke. It's poisonous!"

I turn towards Mandalay and Pixie-Bob and say, "Something's up, Mandalay, Pixie-Bob!"

I see Pixie-Bob smelling the air and then she mutters, "What's this foul smell in the air?"

Izuku says causing Mandalay to look at him, "You see that?"

Mandalay says, "Black smoke."

Tenya says, "Has something been set ablaze?"

Ojiro says, "Maybe a fire on the mountain?"

I hear the voice I recognize but can't figure out from where again say, "Now, it begins."

I spin around as Pixie-Bob gets lifted in the air while glowing pink and she says, "Hey, what's happening?"

Mandalay and I scream together, "Pixie-Bob!" As Pixie-Bob goes flying backwards.

I hear the familiar voice again saying, "Take them down. Those who believe they deserve the title 'hero'."

I hear the female voice cackling.

The familiar voice continues, "We, the Vanguard Action Squad of the League of Villains, will tear them off their pedestals."

One of the guys who grabbed Pixie-Bob says, "First, let's get rid of these feral cats."

Mineta backs up and says, "What? No way! I thought they made sure no one could find us. So why the heck are there villains attacking this place?"

Izuku runs forward saying, "Pixie-Bob!"

Tiger puts his hand there keeping Izuku from going forward more and Mandalay beside him.

Mandalay says, "This is bad."

I mutter to Mandalay, "Warn Dad and get the others to come back to camp. Once I know Dad heard I'll let you know."

Izuku gasps looking around and mutters, "Oh, no. Where's Kota?"

My head vibrates as Mandalay's voice runs through saying, "Everyone!"

I hear Eijiro say, "It's Mandalay's Telepath."

Mina says, "So weird, right? It's giving me chills."

Kaminari says, "It is sort of annoying that it only works in one direction, though."

I hear Dad say, "Stop talking."

And I'm glad he realizes the warning as Mandalay keeps going, "Two villains attacked us. It's possible there are more coming. Everyone, return to camp immediately. We're regrouping. Do not engage any enemies."

I hear Dad say, "I'll look after the other students. Protect them."

I hear Dad running so I mutter to Mandalay, "Dad's on his way."

I then hear Monoma ask, "Wasn't this a secret?"

I hear Dad mutter, "If it's a full-scale attack...We're in big trouble."

I hear the familiar voice say, "Looks like your concern has you distracted, Eraser."

Hearing that I mutter, "Daddy." I mutter to Mandalay, "I'm going to leave you guys here as Daddy's being attacked then I'll try to help the others evacuate the forest."

I hear Dad say, "Vlad!"

The familiar voice says, "You pros oughta lay off. We haven't come here for any of you, so just stay out of our way."

I run towards the main building as one of the villains that got Pixie-Bob who looks like a lizard says, "How are you this evening, UA High School? We are part of the Vanguard Action Squad of the League of Villains."

Ojiro says, "The League of Villains? What are those guys doing here?"

The other guy above Pixie-Bob says, "I could crush this kitty's head so easily. How about it dears, should I?"

I hear Tiger say as I speed off without being able to be seen except a blur, "You get away from her!"

The lizard says, "Now, now. Hold on, Big Sis Mag. You, too, Tiger, calm down. When deciding if someone should live or die, we must be careful that we're abiding by Stain's principles." I now know that what I was afriad of is happening.

Izuku mutters, "Stain?"

Tenya says, "So, you're the ones he ended up inspiring."

The lizard says, "At your service. That's us. And you, four eyes. I believe I recognize you. You're one of the self-righteous brats who attacked Stain in Hosu City. Lemme introduce myself. Call me, Spinner. I'm here to make Stain's dreams a reality."

Izuku gasps.

Tiger says, "I don't care who you are. You're criminals! The woman lying there is named Pixie-Bob. She's a pro hero who's saved countless lives. She's giving her all for these young heroes, pushing them to reach their full potential. She's looking for a mate, but otherwise she's content. What gives you the right to cut such a happy lift short?"

Spinner screams, "Didn't anyone ever tell you it's not a hero's job to be happy?!"

Mandalay says, "Tiger! I've talked to everyone. Trust the safety of the other students to Ragdoll. You and I will stay here. We'll hold them back! Cara's gone off to help the others get out and make sure Eraser is okay. You return to camp! Cara should have it cleared soon if there are villains. Class Rep, you're in charge on the way there! Don't engage anyone!"

Tenya says, "Leave it to me. Let's go! Midoriya!"

Izuku says, "Go on ahead without me. Mandalay!"

Tenya says, "What are you saying?"

Izuku says, "Kota. I know where he is."

I turn to where I'm running and try blinking tears out of my eyes with worry for Dad and my other classmates. I focus on running towards Dad and camp to make sure it's clear of villains for the others to be safe there.

Itsuka runs through the forest covering her mouth and nose to breathe and then holding her breath and Kodai holding Honenuki in her Big Fists so that they don't breathe in the air and pass out.

All the sudden Tetsutetsu calls out, "Kendo!"

Itsuka stops and looks towards Tetsutetsu. Itsuka says, "Tetsutetsu! Ibara! Where'd you get those masks?"

Tetsutetsu says, "Yaoyorozu from Class A. She made them for us. Awase's taking her to the rest of our class so she can help them, too. Take some. We brought a bunch."

Itsuka says, "Great. Thanks!" They put the masks on and Itsuka continues, "We need to get back to camp fast. Who knows how many villains could be roaming through the woods."

Tetsutetsu says, "No. I'm goin' to fight. You make sure these two get back to camp."

Itsuka says, "What? Mandalay told us to retreat!"

Tetsutetsu says, "You're always getting on Monoma when he talks about the differences in our classes, but you feel it, don't you? We're not the same."

Itsuka gasps.

Tetsutetsu continues, "We all got into UA with the same exam. We study the same cirrculum. So why are they better? Isn't it obvious? Class A has been through crisis after crisis, and turned each one into an opportunity. They've had so many chances to prove themselves. And come on, Kendo. A real hero doesn't turn his back and run from a bad guy. Fighting villains is what we do!"

Itsuka says, "Yeah, but..."

Tetsutetsu says, "Don't try to stop me. We're in the hero course. If we don't stand up now, then when will we? I'm goin' to find these villains," Tetsutetsu steels his fist and continues, "and show them what we're made of."

Itsuka and Kodai look at each other.

Mandalay says through her telepath, "Kota. Kota! I hope you can hear my voice. Hurry up and come back to camp! I'm sorry I can't come to you! I don't know where you're always running off to. Forgive me. Just get back home, fast!"

Muscular says, "I came up here scouting for a nice vantage point, and here I find someone who's not on our list. By the way, nice hat, kid, I like it. Why don't you trade me for this lame mask, huh? They made me wear it 'cause I'm new. Said they couldn't get a shipment of the good ones in time." He takes his mask off and Kota runs away yelping. Muscular continues, "Ah, well." He runs towards Kota and easily gets in front of him causing Kota to gasp and scream.

Muscular says, "I think you and me should have some fun up here, kid. Ready?"

Kota gasps and says, "It's you. Papa! Mama!"

Muscular goes to punch Kota but Izuku runs in just in time getting Kota away from the punch though the landing ends up making Izuku's phone fall out and break it. Izuku coughs once he lands and goes to stand.

Kota asks, "What are you doing?"

Muscular says, "Huh. Now you, I recognize. You were on the list."

Izuku mutters, "I came up here to make sure Kota got back safe. I didn't think I'd actually run into any villains! Damn it. That landing broke my phone. I didn't tell anyone where I was going. Which means, I can't hope for reinforcements to show up. It's just me. All alone. I have to stop this guy by myself. But...can I really do that while protecting Kota at the same time?" He looks at Kota and mutters even quieter, "No, I don't have time to think. I just have to do it. Right now. With the power I have! I have to be like Cara!"

Izuku goes Full Cowling and says, "Hey. I promise everything will be okay." Izuku stands to face Muscular and continues, "I'm going to save you, Kota."