Guest: This is pretty interesting. Can't wait for the next chapter :)
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Guest: I love some good fluff!
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Guest: *Sniff sniff* phone dead R.I.P lol but good chapter, character development is tighter momo's thighs.
F in the chat for you my friend lol. The character development will only get tighter until there's no room to move XD.
Finally the weekend, the day Yaoyorozu is to give Relon a tour of Musutafu has arrived. There the black haired boy sits on his apartment steps awaiting his companion to pick him up. He checks his phone for the time.
She still has 15 minutes before it's 10 a.m.
Then the sound of a vehicle catches Relon's attention as a limo then appears. Speak of the devil. He puts his phone away as he walks down to the lengthy vehicle where the door opens as Yaoyorozu steps out. She's sporting a white buttoned shirt tucked under a grey skirt with a brown belt, and brown high boots.
"Lucinance, good morning!" She greets.
She examines his outfit before a chuckle escapes.
"You really like red and black don't you?"
He nods happily. Relon's attire consists of a simple black jacket with a red shirt underneath, black shorts, and his, signature red and black shoes.
"So are you ready to go?"
He nods again.
"Let's go then. We have a big day ahead of us!" The two proceed to get in taking a seat next to one another as the vehicle takes off.
As they make their way to the city, Relon glaces to his companion as she goes over their to-do list.
She seems more excited about this than I previously thought. I guess having the chance to spend time alone together after what happened yesterday and especially last night would make sense...
Relon looks at the girl sleeping soundly on his shoulder then to his house right outside the limo.
I really don't want to wake her nor do I want to move. But how else am I gonna get out of this?
He mentally sighs as to hopefully not set off his 'Nunu alarm.' He lightly nudges the girl. Once, then again, but nothing. He stares at her face in puzzlement before an idea pops in his head. What if I... He reaches his free arm for her as he gently combs his hand through her hair. She moves slightly. He continues a little harder and a moan escapes the girl as she slowly stirs. She stretches herself releasing her hold on Relon's hand and arm before placing her head back on his shoulder as her eyes finally opens. He watches her take in the sight of his apartment and a sigh escapes the girl.
"Looks like we're here..."
He gives a slow nod in response. She looks to him.
"Ready to get out?"
He rests his head on the seat's headrest before shaking his head.
"Comfy?"
He nods.
"Well the seatings are made from special leather my family created so that's to be expected."
He shakes his head to which his crush gives a confused look. He points to the card causing her to read it aloud.
"I'm only comfortable because you're here..." A blush appears on both their faces. "I never took you for a flirt, Lucinance."
He shakes his head.
"You're not?"
He shakes once more pointing to the card.
"Just honest..." She sits straight up now. "You mean that?" A look of disbelief given from the girl.
He looks at her, their eyes meeting, as he nods slowly.
"W-well, as much as I would like to stay in here, I could stretch my legs a little before I head home." Relon nods in agreement as he grabs his belongings before exiting the vehicle.
He puts his bags at the bottom of the stairs as he turns to see his classmate stretching. He averts his eyes from tge sight of her chest. She takes notice of his avertion before looking down and realizing what she's doing to then suddenly turn away embarrassed.
"I'm sorry! I didn't realize what I was doing!" She covers herself as she turns her head to look at the boy.
She waves it off with his hands as he shakes his head.
"Thank you for looking away, though. You really are a gentleman." She says to get a nod from the boy.
She looks forward with her back turned as if in thought. She then proceeds to turn to our protagonist.
"Um, Lucinance? I have something I've been meaning to say to you..."
He tilts his head but suddenly it clicks as his demeanor goes from confused back to his neutral look.
She turns to face him, her hands together at waist level in front of her. Her eyes averted towards the ground.
"Well, the thing is... um... I... " She sighs in frustration at the difficulty of finding the words to say what she wants.
She looks over to Relon whose patting the step he's now sitting on. She takes a seat next to him as she holds her knees burying her head.
"I've been thinking about how to say this all day and now that the time is here, I can't. I'm pathetic."
Relon shakes his head. That's not true at all, Yaoyorozu.
He hands her a card.
"Say what you feel. The words will come out easier that way... Very well, I suppose." A deep breath comes from the onyx eyed girl.
She places her head on her knees as she looks ahead in the direction of the limo.
"You know, don't you...? About how I feel..."
He cuts his eyes to her before looking forward. Their first encounter when she gave that reassuring smile, when he arrived in time to save her from Todoroki, their time in the Recovery Girl's office, the walk home leading to Relon's semi-breakdown. Momo being there with him at every point. In so little time, one could only imagine developing such feelings. One would think it's from a 12-episode romance anime or something.
She looks down at her feet after finishing that sentence. She knew that sensation from when they first met was odd. It only grew and within a day, she realized what that was; Adoration. In a day, she not only fell for the new transfer student but he earned her respect from not only his actions but his words. At a time where she could not make the decisive choice, his words snapped her back into reality and assisted in the realization of what was require to succeed. Something no one has ever done for her.
The moment they laid eyes on one another, a spark was ignited. As if a timer was counting down as the fuse slowly began to dwindle. It was only a matter of time before they became together, they just didn't know when.
He slowly gives a single nod in response. I never would have guessed until today happened. Now that I look back at it, the hints were there. I just couldn't believe something like that nor did I want to. He thinks of the memories of his past. He clutches his head with one hand. Those stopped appearing ever since that night. He looks to Momo. It's all thanks to her...
"Then, how do you feel... towards me?" She looks to him as he still looks ahead.
A solemn look lies on his face. He pulls out a card placing it between them on the step as he gets up and walks ahead looking at the night sky. Her eyes following him before setting their sights on the white card. She goes to lift it but hesitates as she looks to Relon's figure. She looks at the card as their short time together motivates her to proceed.
The answer I've been wondering is on the other side of this card. She lifts it in front of her. She stares at the blank side knowing the answer is on the other side. She looks once again to the silent boy. His motionless figure still staring upwards. I'm hesitating again. His answer is in my hands and I'm too nervous of what it might be! She looks to Relon and notices something about him. He seems so... relaxed. Like he's accepted his choice and is holding no regrets. No regrets...
"Hey, Lucinance. No matter what. We'll still be friends right?"
He eyes widen for only a moment she sees his head give a nodding motion.
"That's relieving to hear. Then I too won't hold back either!" She turns the paper and there lies his answer to her.
'Same.'
One word. One simple word that told her the answer she has been hoping for. She looks from the worded card to Relon who's now facing her.
"Really? Do you truly have feelings for me as well?" She asks in disbelief to gain once again, a nod from him. "Then does that mean we can... you know..."
Relon looks down before gazing to something. Momo follows his eyes to see they're looking at the card in her hand. She looks at it.
She reads the card and widens her eyes in response. 'Not yet' it reads.
"Why no-
The memory from last night comes to mind as she regains her composure.
"I'm guessing it has to do with last night, correct?" Her face now a solemn expression as well as she looks to him giving a single nod.
"I see..." She looks to the ground trying to control her emotions.
She then notices something move and looks to see his finger twirling. She automatically looks to the card and her eyes enlarge even more than before. 'This isn't a rejection.'
"Then what is it?" She questions.
He taps his foot on the pavement as words appear.
"I won't get into a relationship until I can take care of my problems. This is something only I alone can fix..." She reads aloud as she looks to the boy, now wearing a determined expression. "I see... So then there's still a possibility then..." This time Relon's eyes widen at her words as his determination becomes confusion.
He taps the ground as the words change as Yaoyorozu reads it to then close her eyes.
"I know I don't have to wait but I'm going to. I know I can move on but I don't want to." She reopens them as she begins walking to him. "There hasn't been anyone else I've been attracted to the way I am to you. There's a lot I don't know about you and that's something I want to change. Hopefully as time goes on, you'll let me. You said that this issue you're having is restricting your ability to date and that you mentioned wanting to fix said issue on your own." She stops in front of her crush. "I like you and I want the first relationship and maybe only to be with you." She puts her hands to his face as his eyes widen further. "That is a feeling that won't change or disappear so easily." She states, seriousness etched on her face.
She then lets go putting her hands behind her. Her expression talking on a calmer look.
"You do what you have to do, Lucinance. Just keep in mind what I said when we met. I'll be here for you not as a classmate, but now as a friend." She says with a tilt of her head and a smile to show the male teen.
Relon just stares not knowing how to respond. She then walks up and beside him.
"I like you, Lucinance. I've confessed so when you're ready, it'll be your turn. Think you can do that much?" She smirks to him.
He finally recovers from his stupor to give a nod.
"Good." She replies.
He suddenly feels something soft touch his cheek. A new sensation erupts inside him from the touch. His face flusters scarlet red as he holds his cheek. He then looks to his crush as she's slowly walking to the limo. She then turns her head to him, a blush apparent on her face as well.
"Try not to keep me waiting too long, okay?" She asks, her tone low but embarrassment present.
Relon nods dumbfoundedly trying to process what just happened still. She grins as she reaches her limo.
"I'll be here by 10 a.m. sharp so be ready! We have a big day ahead of us." She barks causing the teen to stand straight to which she then chuckles.
"Goodnight, Lucinance." She bids as the black haired girl enter the vehicle before it takes off.
Even though she figured out my reasoning for not dating yet, she still wants it to work out... Right now I have to forget about the past so it doesn't affect me in the present. He turns heading for his apartment. Even when I told her she should move on to a better guy, she said she wanted that guy to be me which means...
He looks back to where the limo that held the girl he had feelings for sat.
Momo finally relaxes her muscles as she leans back her seat thinking about everything that just happened. She lightly touches her lips to then raise her hand. A look of bewilderment can be seen.
I kissed him... We're not together but what I said... he didn't reject those words which means...
She looks to the distancing apartment where the boy she has feelings for resides.
There's still a chance!
He looks to the joyous girl as she continues to ramble on. She still wants to date me. I still don't get it but I guess fate decided to give me something good for once so thank you. He reaches over for her hand taking it in his to the girl's surprise.
"Did you take care of your business already?" She looks to him, humor obvious.
He shakes his head.
"Let me guess, you just wanted to?"
He nods resting his head on Momo's shoulder as she then leans her head on his still skimming over their schedule.
"First place on the list; the bank."balance or write in
He nods as he closes his eyes. What feels like only a second passes as he suddenly feels the motion of the limousine come to a halt.
"Wake up Sleepyhead, we're here."
He opens his eyes as he lets out a silent yawn. The two get out and bid farewell to the driver as they turn to the financial building. 'Musutafu City Bank' it reads. A large white building surrounded with a green roof with the logo MCB on the front of said building.
"Let's get going shall we?" With that, their day together began.
When they enter, the duo is greeted by a employee in a suit.
"Welcome, how may I help you two on this fine day?" He asks which Relon reveals his I.D. making the man's eyes bulge. "Oh, Mr. Lucinance, we've been expecting you! Right this way, please!" Momo gives a questioning look as they are escorted to a room. "So, here to reopen your account correct?" The man asks to which Relon nods "Your information, please." He hand over the requested information and some clicking later, it was completed. "Alright, sir. Is it safe to show your balance in front of your friend or would you like for me to write it down?" Relon shows a card saying 'it's fine' to which the man nods turning the computer so they can see.
Momo's jaw begins to drop at the number of zeroes.
"Does everything seem correct, sir?" Relon nods in agreement as he is handed his belongings as well as his new credit card.
The two depart from the building as Relon looks to his companion who's still holding a look of shock. He tilts his head in confusion as he looks to the girl.
"How do you have so much yen!?" She exclaims.
He hands her a card as she quickly reads.
"Stocks? You know how to invest in stocks?" He nods at this question as she squints her eyes. "Woooow, that's rather impressive for someone our age." He rubs the back of his head as he bows in a thanking manner. "Hmm. Well Lucinance, next stop; Musutafu Tower." She points to a tall structure in the distance.
As they're walking side-by-side, Momo glaces at his hand. She thinks back to their ride in the limo last night and this morning.
"Hey, Lucinance." She looks to him as he looks back. "I know we're not together but I was wondering..." He raises an eyebrow awaiting her to continue. "The small things... Could we... keep doing them?"
Right there, that look she had, he found to be the cutest look so far. That embarrassed side of her he has quickly come to adore. Not because he liked seeing her struggle with a decision but how silly her questions were when she should be able to answer them herself. He liked this side of her. Around the others, from what he's seen, she's mature almost professional and all-knowing in a multitude of topics. Yet right now, none of those traits were apparent. Here she was, a beautiful teen that he has quickly developed feelings for who is showing a side to her that none would probably ever see. He loved the fact it was only him able to see it but he also loved the fact it was her; the first friend he made who was acting like this because of him. It only further proved she actually liked the boy. Something he still couldn't believe but certainly wasn't complaining nor would he ever. Seeing this face from someone that quickly meant so much to him than anything in the past seven year, how could he say no?
He gives a reassuring nod as he simply opens his hand at his side. She extends her hand for his grabbing hold before intertwining her fingers with his. He shows her a card smirking.
"Ahem. Yes, much better." They continue walking enjoying one another's presence.
They eventually reach the base floor to the tower as they find an empty elevator to which after a single click of a button to the top, they ascend. Relon looks to Momo who seems to be in thought as he then tightens their grip gaining her attention.
"Huh? Oh, sorry. I was lost in thought." He tilts his head in response as the girl. "I-It's nothing, a silly thought us all." He gives her a deadpanned expression as she sighs in defeat.
She let's go of his hand as she walks to the other side of the elevator seeming to be contemplating something.
There's that look again. It isn't serious but to her it must be. The her from last night when she stated her reasons for wanting a relationship with me and the her right now are two totally different sides. When she started saying those things, she didn't stutter or hesitate not even once yet here she is struggling to collect her words. He mentally chuckles at the girl. She then turns around facing him.
"What do you think?" She asks gaining another tilt from our protagonist. "My outfit... How do I look...? I'd like to know your opinion... if you don't mind that is." She lifts her eyes to meet Relon.
The amount if times my cheeks have gone red within a week must be a record or something.Does she want me to check her out? He looks at the girl as she then does a twirl, her skirt rising ever so slightly.
"Well? Be honest." She averts her eyes as she messes with her spiky ponytail.
Calm down hormones. Calm. The fuck. Down. He examines her outfit thoroughly. The boots naturally look good on her and they go well with the belt. The grey with white colors don't clash but rather assist one another in a fashion sense, I think. He pulls out a card as he gives it to her, this time, Relon being the one to avert his eyes. Right as she looks at the card, the covered walls disappear as now they are surrounded by see-through glass as the sudden light blinds the two. As their eyes quickly adjust, they. look to see they have gained a bird's eye view of Musutafu City. He presses a hand against the glass as the view expands.
"You think I look... cute?" He turns back to his companion as he suddenly remembers his situation which causes blush reappears.
He's been making me blush so much in such a short time! Whenever I think I've gotten myself under control he surprises me again. I should return the compliment but with what!?"T-thank you. You're quite cute yourself." She responds.
Did... she just? His cheeks darken.
Did I just...!? Hers do as well.
Just calm down, Relon. Take the compliment. Don't make this any awkwarder than it already is.He hands her a card. She reads. 'Thanks. That means a lot coming from you.'
Her embarrassment seems to cease as she takes in the compliment.
"Anytime, Lucinance." She smiles.
They both look up as the top level comes into view. The glass doors open to a large room with more see-through glass circling the said room. The duo can see a number of people, some with children, looking through the binoculars that are stationed around.
"When I was younger, my family would often have meetings here to discuss business so I would be left to often wander around looking at the city. I've looked throughout Musutafu so much from here I basically have a mental map of it." She laughs. "Look through these binoculars and you'll be able to see U.A. and if you look through those, you'll see the beach."
True to her words as if he's right there, lies their school. He shifts to the other binoculars she mentioned and looks out. Past some city buildings lies the beach and he can even make out people there.
That's quite the zoom. To be able that to see from such a great distance yet tge image isso clear. Science is so amazing! He pulls away from the contraption with Momo next to him.
"The others just show more parts of the city. both inside and you look out of this one, you'll be able to spot the cafe we'll be going to later."
He follows her words as he looks through the machine. At first he sees more city scrapes but upon looking lower, he finds an eating district and spots a shop titled, 'Cavern Cafe.'
I'm guessing that has to be it. Looks small. Must be cozy. He steps away again facing the girl.
"Did you see it?" She asks, he nods. "The Cavern Cafe. I've been going there ever since I was little. It may be small but it's definitely cozy." She walks over to the glass facing the direction of said cafe.
Called it.
"My mother and the woman that run the restaurant have been close friends even before I was born. During the day it's nice and all, but at night it just feels different. Quiet yet serene so to speak. I've always loved being there late into the evening or at night when I was little and I kept going once I was able to roam the city on my own." She looks back to the black haired boy. "Sorry, I guess I rambled a little too much. She says to gain a shake from the teen.
He hands her a card.
"You're just telling me more about yourself as well as your life. Something I want to hear more about...You're definitely a flirt."
He shakes his head.
"Just honest, right?" A smirk on her face.
He nods at this.
"Very well. Shall we get going?" He nods once more as they begin to leave.
Momo keeps going not noticing Relon stop. He notices a family of three. A mother, a daughter, and a son. The two seeming to be around the age of seven or eight.
"Wow! You can see the whole city from here!" The boy exclaims.
"Hey, let me have a turn!" The girl complains.
"Now now, you two know to be fair. Let your sister have a turn." The mother commands in a soft tone as the boy listens.
"Hey mommy, when is daddy coming back?" the boy asks.
Relon's body stiffens as does the mother's.
"He'll be back really soon. He's still on taking care if those errands. He'll be back home really soon, I bet."
Okay... But if he doesn't get back, then you don't have to worry because I'll protect you and sissy!" A smile on the boy's face.
He looks away to the ground. A memory resurfacing.
"Wow! Look at all the flowers!" Aura exclaims as goes prancing about in the meadow.
"Aura, don't go too far!" Mom calls out.
"Okaaaaaaaay!" She continues running around, looking at all the different flowers.
"Thank you for agreeing to come here, Relon. It means a lot to your sister."
"I had no reason to say no." He sits down laying next to his standing mother. "Peace and quiet away from everything? Why would I say no?" His mother chuckles.
"You have a point. You and your sister are polar opposites yet whenever she asks you to do something with her, you never turn her down. Not once. Why is that?" She asks still looking at Aura ahead of the two.
"I just don't want to see that face again."
"What face?" She asks.
He goes quiet contemplating whether to say it or not.
"The face she made when you and dad separated..."
His mothers eyes slightly widen as her expression returns to normal a moment later. A sigh escapes the woman as she looks to her son laying down looking straight back at her.
"You're a good brother, you know that." She looks ahead once more.
"I'm just doing what I can for my sister. I don't ever want to see that face again, mom. Words alone can't describe it."
"I know, Relon... I know..."
"I have a question." He mentions.
"Yes? What is it?"
"Will dad ever come back?"
Silence.
"Yes, he will. He'll be back soon. Once he's done with his business, we'll be one big family again."
He looks at his mother. A look of hope could be seen from her eyes.
"Okay... But if he doesn't get back, then you don't have to worry."
"Oh? Why is that?"
"Because I'll take care of you and Aura. He grasps at his fist clenching it in determination as his mother looks at her son in disbelief before an essence of pride comes over her.
She squats down next to him ruffling his hair,
"Heeeeey! What was that for?"
"Just feeling proud of my little man is all. You're so young but you already act more mature for your age. I suppose I'm doing quite a good job as a mother." She laughs. "You don't have to worry about that, Relon. As mature as you are, you're still a child. It's a parent's duty to care for their children so you can leave that to me. You young man..." She pokes his forehead. "just need to focus on Aura and your grades."
"But my grades are fine and-
"Relon..."
Relon's eye twitches at his mother's tone.
"Yes, ma'am..."
"Good. Now let's keep moving shall we? Aura!" She shouts.
Aura turns before putting her index and thumb to her forehead. In an instant, she's in front of us.
"Heeyyyyooooo. You called, mom?"
"Having fun young lady?" Mom asks.
"Hehe, you know it! Being holed up in school is soooo frustrating. The only time I get to stretch my legs are when I'm going to class, taking a break by walking or gym. Not to mention I can't use my quirk as free as I can..." She quickly puts her fingers to her forehead disappearing.
"Here." She says now sitting next to Relon as he looks unfazed.
"Well enjoy the time with that quirk of yours while you can, sis."
"I knoooooow. I'm gonna and then some!" She shoots a fist in the air.
"Alright, you two, let's get going shall we?" Mom suggests, her hand glowing green as the two kids lift off the ground to their feet.
"Okay!" Aura responds as Relon nods to which the group walks through the meadow. "I just thought of something." Aura mentions.
"What is it?" Relon asks.
"Our quirks in a sense represent us."
"What do you mean?"
"Well think about it, bro. Your quirk represents the amount of things you think of. It's always something going on inside that head of yours. My Instant Transmission. represents the freedom I want to have. Being able to move about anywhere, that's the dream. Then there's mom. I can't figure out what yours can possibly mean, mom." She states causing their mother to laugh.
"Well, that's understandable. They say all quirks represent their users. As you know, my quirk is Psychokinesis. Using my mind, I can use my powers on the environment around me, allowing myself to pick up surrounding objects, and move them around at will without exerting physical force on them."
"Yeah, but how does that represent you?" Relon asks.
Their mom's hands glow green as she lifts the two towards her enveloping the two in a hug.
"My quirk represents my wanting to keep you both close at heart but free to be yourselves. Whether you two decide to stay near or spread your wings and take off, I will always hold you both close to my heart. Never forget that."
"Mom..." The two mutter before tightening their family embrace. "We promise."
"Good. We're Lucinances. We still together and overcome everything." She pulls them away looking at the two.
"Yeah!"
"Obviously."
Mom... Aura... I'm sorry...
He looks on as the family moves to another pair of binoculars. Sticking together, huh? So much for that... He continues into the elevator as Momo takes notice of his demeanor.
"Hey, are you okay." She asks worriedly to get a slow nod as Relon keeps his attention to the ground.
Something must have brought back those bad memories again. What do I say to cheer him up? What can I say?
The two descend the tower in silence as they step out onto the sidewalk. Momo starts walking with Relon following behind. Throughout their quiet walk, Momo would occasionally glance behind her at the boy she has developed feelings for, still unsure of what to say let alone do.
He's keeping to himself and it seems worse than before. Think Momo, what can you do to get his mind off of whatever it is? She looks around quickly taking note of the district they're in. She looks at the familiar shops in hopes of an idea appearing in her head. Darn it! Nothing's coming to mind. She sighs. I need to sit down and think for- Wait a second. Sit down! I got it!
"Hey, Lucinance."
He lifts his head at the mention of his name.
"Follow me. We're taking a detour." The duo cuts through an alleyway and walk along for some a few minutes before they reach their destination.
"We're here." Momo announces looking behind her as Relon looks up once again.
A... park?
"Musutafu's central park. I've been coming here a lot since I was little. I still do by myself even now. Well, come on." They head through the entrance following the path.
People can be seen jugging, fishing, having picnics, and partaking in assortents if other activities.
"It's as lively as ever wouldn't you agree?" She turns to look at Relon who seems to have his attention elsewhere, his eyes going wide at the sight.
She follows his gaze to a young boy alone huddled under a tree.
A young Relon sits under a tree in stormy weather. If one could see him, they would not be able to tell the tears from the rain water. He clutches his head trying to make sense of what just took place.
This wasn't supposed to happen! I just wanted to keep things the way they were! I... I I... Raaaaggghhhhhh!
His screams bellow in the stormy night. As loud as he cried, no one heard him. Only the storm itself.
It's because of this! He grabs his left arm that's covered in black line-like markings. I never wanted this! It's because of this stupid power that they're gone! He begins pulling his arm. The feeling of dislocation followed by the pain and sound of flesh and bone being ripped apart comes next. You're nothing... but... a... currrrrrrse! In one last push, he completely tears his arm off throwing it as far as he can.
More screams soon follow as he bends over face meeting muddy dirt. The blood leaking from his open wound. He grasps for his now arm-less side.
Finally... it's gone...
Mom... Aura... I'll be seeing... you... soon... Kanan... Kanao... everyone... I'm sorry.
He closes his eyes awaiting the end but slowly the pain stops. He opens his eyes to meet the rain and the tree over top of him. He looks to his arm and the feeling of dread overtakes him. To his horror, his arm is slowly regrowing.
No, no, no! Why!? I RIPPED OFF MY DAMN ARM SO WHY!?
He tries pushing the skin back but it's to no avail. He then takes notice that his whole left half is covered in markings.
No, no... It's everywhere!Ge reaches for his head as he then attempts to rip it off but the black markings wrap themselves around him.
They're stopping me too!?
Why... why end it...?
Who is this!? Get out of my head!
Who am I... you ask... Why... I am... you...
No you're not! There's only one of me and that's ME!
No... I am... apart of you... After all... you killed them... with my help...
I NEVER WANTED TO HURT THEM! THAT WAS ALL YOUR FAULT! YOU KILLED THEM USING ME!
No... WE... did it... together... And it felt good... didn't it..?
HOW THE HELL CAN KILLING MY OWN FAMILY FEEL FUCKING GOOD!?
Simple... the rush of death... once you killed one... you wanted to kill more... yes...?
NO! THAT'S NOT TRUE! NOT AT ALL!
Denial... is the obvious... choice... The sooner you accept... the sooner you will be free... to do more with my power...
NO! SHUT UP! JUST SHUT UP! GET OUT OF MY HEAD! I DON'T KNOW WHERE YOU CAME FROM BUT LEAVE ME ALONE!
You will accept it... it's only a matter of... time...
A moment later and the voice ceases as Relon breathes heavily. He looks to his new reformed arm. He moves the new body part.
As if it never was removed...He clenches his teeth as more tears stream from his eyes. His sobs are drowned by the heavy rain. A figure can then be seen walking to the traumatized boy.
"Shinn, well done. This field research yielded so much more data I could have hoped for. Let's return back." A man in a black trench coat with glasses and a black hat says placing a hand on Relon's head.
Relon looks to him. His eyes devoid of life as he stands to his feet. He silently gives a nod as he and the man walk to their destination.
"Atta boy, let's head home. The others are waiting."
The two walk away with the man picking up Relon's old arm. The distraught boy looks at where he was found.
I'm... cursed... I'm... a murderer... But most of all...I'm in hell...
Relon clutches his left arm as he suddenly runs out of breath. He looks away and sees Momo's face.
"Lucinance? What's wrong!?" She hurries to his side.
He looks away as he gets a hold of his breathing.
I need to sit down.
"Do you need to sit down?"
Yaoyorozu, you know me so damn well. He nods quickly.
"There's one over here." The two make their way as they take a seat.
Relon leans his head back putting a shacking hand over his face to shield from the sunlight. Fuck... I feel like absolute shit again.
Yaoyorozu looks on in concern at him.
Lucinance, what happened to you?
Once his nerves have calmed down, he removes his hand squinting his eyes at the bright sunlight until his eyes are adjusted. He sighs for his phone to suddenly ring. He pulls it out to see Nunu calling. He sets it to mute as he puts it away.
"Was that Nunu?" Momo asks to get a nod in response. "Do you think it was important?" A shake this time. "I see."
Suddenly the two hear voices coming along the path. Momo turns noticing four thugs maybe in their late teens talking up a storm when they stop to take notice the girl as they head towards the duo's direction mumbling something before they stand around the two.
"Hey beautiful, what's up?" A green haired thug asks.
"You look pretty cute in that outfit. You wear stuff like that often?" A thug with black hair asks.
"Guys, let's be honest here. You tryna go somewhere, babe?" A orange haired one questions.
"Nice one, Rick. How about you leave this loser and come have some real fun?" A blue haired one suggests.
The commotion begins attracting the nearby onlookers. Momo glances to Relon who seems to still be in a bothered state before letting a breath out.
"I don't know what you animals are think you're doing disturbing the peace her but I won't tolerate any of this nonsense. Leave, now." She states.
"Oooooooh, we got a feisty one. I like her!"
"Come on, doll. Let's dip shall we?" Rick reaches for her but is slapped away by Momo as she now stands, anger in her eyes.
"So much as lay a hand on me and you'll regret it! I don't think you idiots heard me, though. I said leave. NOW!"
The four thugs look to one another before laughing.
"I don't think YOU heard US, sweetheart. We're asking you to come nicely or we can get more personal if you want." Rick states.
"Is that a threat?" She questions glaring at the supposed leader of the group.
"Not at all... it's a promise." He reaches for the girl who is about to retaliate. "Come on, you bi-
SMACK.
Suddenly, Rick is sent flying skidding across the ground into the park's lake with a loud splash. The thugs turn from the direction their boss was sent to who did such a thing. Standing with one leg extended is Relon, his hair covering his face. He slowly lowers it as he stands in front of the onyx eyed girl. A shocked expression on everyone's faces including Momo's.
I must have the worst luck today... First I'm reminded of my fucking shitty past not once, but twice, and now some thugs are trying to threaten as well as lay a hand on Yaoyorozu... I only have one thing to say. Fuck it.
"Rick!" The blue haired thug shouts. "Skipper, Morty, let's get this asshole!" The blue haired thug shouts as the three jump back readying their quirks.
Skipper, the black haired thug, shoots a gust of wind from his hands. Relon glares at the user as he backhands the attack away causing the wind to die out.
"W-what!?"
Morty, the blue haired thug, shoots chains from his hands as they wrap around Relon but with ease, he breaks free breaking the chains in the process.
"Yo, how he do that!? Snax, help us out!"
Snax, the green haired thug, eating what looks to be seeds before spitting them out towards Relon at a fast speed. With no effort, our edgy protagonist catches each seed and once the assault is over, he drops them to the ground.
"There's no way..." Snax whimpers as he along with the rest begin trembling backing away.
"Ugh, the shit are you dumbasses doing!?" Rick appears climbing from the lake soaking wet.
"Rick! We launch our attacks and he swiped em away like they ain't nothin'!" Snax shouts.
"Then we hit the bastard with everything we got at the same time! On my mark!" The group prepares their attacks aiming at Relon and Momo.
Yaoyorozu looks to Relon, his back to her. Just like last time... She smiles even in their predicament. I'm not nervous at all. There's no need to be. He's here after all.
"You got this, don't you?" She asks knowing the answer to gain a single nod as Relon walks a few steps ahead of her, anger and determination apparant in his eyes.
"Fire!" Rick shouts slamming his hands on the ground as vines with thorns launch at the boy.
Gusts of wind from the left, Seed Bullets and Thorns from the front, and chains from the right...
The attacks hit their mark as a explosion erupts.
"Ha! See boys, not so tough now was he!?" They all cheer at their work.
"You all really aren't the brightest, you know."
"What the!?" Rick shouts along with the other three grunts as the smoke clears to show four large white cards surrounding the two.
"One shouldn't assume the fight is over just after a coordinated attack, let alone the if opponent isn't visible." The cards rise over the two as Relon can be seen with his hand above him as Momo is behind the teen with her arms crossed.
"You have got to be shittng me! Run, boys!"
Not happening.
Relon brings his arm down towards the running thugs as his cards go flying at each of them. One by one, the cards wrap around the trouble makers as they fall to the ground, unable to break free. The onlookers erupt in applause at the thugs defeat. The students look around at the sudden commotion.
"I didn't realize we had an audience during that, did you?" She asks to gain a shake of the boy's head.
Soon after the authorities arrive taking the goons away. Since Relon used his quirk in a life threatening situation, he was let off the hook. Once the police and thugs were out of view, Momo finally let out a sigh of relief. She falls back on the bench.
"It's finally over. I don't know how much longer I could keep that front up. Thanks Lucinance,you saved me again." He shakes at this giving her a card.
'You could have easily handled them. It would have still be one sided had you been the one fighting.'
"Thanks for the compliment, but even so, I wouldn't have beaten them as fast as you did." He shakes twirling his finger again causing the girl to flip over the card.
'Have confidence in yourself. You're strong as well as intelligent. Those thugs wouldn't have stood a chance.'
She's blushes at the compliment.
"W-well thank you." He nods this time.
He seems to have forgotten about his mood earlier. I guess that's the only good thing to come from those jerks. Still though...
She looks to the black haired teen still standing.
"Lucinance." He looks down to the sitting girl at the mention of his name again.
She pats the bench as he takes a seat.
He's still seems tensed. There must be something I can do. She looks around the park. She sees some families playing sports together, some just resting, and- she spots something that causes a shade of red on her face. Over on a bench futher dosn is a couple with the girl sitting and her supposed boyfriend resting his head on her lap. The thought of that being Relon and her causes the red shade to become a deep vermillion. She glances at Relon who seems to still be in thought.
I need a break from everything. These damn flashbacks caused bad memories to resurface. Momo is probably worried again because I've been acting so distant since we left Musutafu Tower. Those grunts helped relieve some,of the tension I had but now what? My mood isn't any better and I can't think of anything to get my mind off any of this. He sighs.
"Hey, Lucinance." He turns to the girl calling him again, a nervous expression can be seen.
Why does she gave that look?
Pat, pat.
His eyes widen as she gently pats her lap.
Wait, does she want me to use her legs as a lap pillow?
"Ever since we left the tower, you've had that look you had the other night. I haven't been able to think of what to say that would cheer you up." His eyes widen further as she smiles. "I'm sorry. I'm not that useful when it counts." She laughs softly as Relon's hair shields his face. "That's another reason I'm going to- She's interrupted by the weight of something on her lap.
Yaoyorozu looks down to see Relon's resting on her lap with a card on top of his head.
'Never talk down to yourself again. You're better than that. Some things require actions, not words and other the reverse. Not everything needs both. Understand?'
She looks to his resting figure, his eyes closed. A smile creeps across her face.
"Yes, I do. Thank you, Lucinance." He nods at her words.
I can't be a hero if all I do is pity myself. She looks at the resting boy. Yet he believes in me. He looks so peaceful now. She gently combs her hand through his hair as he shifts slightly causing her to stop.
"Did... you like that?" She asks to gain nods from the boy comfortably as a sigh escapes him, his body freeing itself of the tension.
She chuckles as she returns to the repetitive motion and before long, he's fast asleep. Whatever it is that's been bothering him must have caused a great amount of trauma. Nunu is apparently his family who he hasn't seen for some time. Maybe he has a bad history with his family. If so, then that' s one thing we have in common I suppose. Then again, my parents still see me albeit on holidays and special occasions. The day isn't even halfway over and we're already like this. Whatever was on his mind must have taken its toll on him to be this exhausted mentally. I shouldn't pry but I want to help in someway. I'd like to at least figure out what's causing him to be like this. If I can find out, then maybe I can figure out how to lessen the strain it's causing him. Maybe even help him starting talking. Albeit a long shot.
She looks at the time. It's only an hour past noon. I guess some rest would be good. Looking at Lucinance, I won't be moving anytime. She giggles causing Relon to shuffle as she quiets down giggling softly to herself as she goes back to stroking her crush's hair.
Hours pass by and Relon is the first to awaken. The first thing he sees as his eyes opens is Momo's sleeping face above his.
That's right. I dealt wit those thugs and then Yaoyorozu had me rest my head on her. I guess we both feel asleep. My head had too much going on, though so that nap was definitely needed. He looks to the girl's sleeping face. She looks cute when she's asleep. He raises a hand caressing her cheek softly as to not wake the girl. The more I look at her, the more I fall for her. I'm still in disbelief that she likes me. I'm even more surprised she is sleeping in a position like that. There's a good chance her back is gonna feel awful when she wakes up. He stretches as something else grabs his attention causing him to freeze. Or somethings. Her breasts are so close they're almost touching me! How the hell didn't I notice sooner!? Now, I can either do the gentlemanly thing and push myself away from these and wake her... or, I can enjoy the close sight since my body is still somewhat tired. No, I need to stay on her good side. If she ends up waking up and notices me all up on her chest, it isn't going to end pretty no matter how I look at it.
He slowly lifts himself off the sleeping girl as he stands stretching his muscles.
What time is it? It's already dark out. He looks at his phone. 7 o'clock!? We've been asleep that long!? It was like, noon or something when I fell asleep! Then realization hits him as he smacks his face. The whole day Yaoyorozu had planned is now wasted cause I fell asleep... Damn it, I am such a bad friend. She's so going to hate me.
The memories start to come back to mind. He shakes his head. No! It's because of those that we ended up in this situation! He turns to Momo. Time to face the music. He walks over shaking the dormant female. She begins to stir causing the black haired boy to step back. She lets out a yawn covering her mouth with one eye open.
"You seem to be feeling better. You are feeling better, right?" She asks, a worried expression setting in but quickly fades with a nod from Relon. "Thank goodness." She sighs in relief to then look up to a bowing Relon. "Why are you bowing?" She asks to see a card float to her as she takes ahold of it before reading to then look to her crush, a look of understanding. "Lucinance, look at me." He does, a guilty look on his face to be met with a calm look from the girl as she begins talking in a soft tone. "I'm not mad about today, really. So what if we didn't get to all the places scheduled? We can just go there for our next date." His eyes widen as a blush appears on her face as she looks straight at our protagonist.
She considered this a date even though I messed up?
"Your well-being is my priority. That and your happiness of course. I say that as your friend as well as the girl who's fallen for you." She smiles as she stands up to then hold her back as Relon takes a step to her but she holds a hand up stopping the card-user. "I'm..." She stretches herself.
CRACK.
"Fine." She finishes, her voice sounding normal again as she then walks up to Relon. "This was my first date, you know." His eyes widen in at the mention. "I always thought I would end up with some high class guy my family would set me up with and we'd talk nothing but business and politics. I'm relieved that I can choose whom I can fall for as well as spend time with. I'm glad. Happy even." He tilts his head raising an eyebrow. "The person I fell for is someone kind, smart, yet strong too. I'm happy that I fell for you, Lucinance." She stops in front of him, their faces only inches away from one another as she pulls her hands to her chest. "The longer I am with you, the stronger my feelings become. Being with someone you care for may be the cause for this, I'm still new to this whole affection thing. I don't know if the same goes for you, but today meant a lot to me. Even if we didn't do much, simply having spent time together meant the world to me. Being able to share and talk about places with others is nice, but showing someone a part of your life, it just gives this indescribable feeling. All I know is that it's a good one." She looks to him. "So thank you. Again." She laughs.
No, Yaoyorozu. This date isn't over. Not yet at least. He hands her a card.
"Our date isn't over yet... Wait, what do you mean?" She questions as he extends a hand for her to take. "You have somewhere in mind?" She wonders to get a nod. She smiles. "Lead the way!" She takes hold of his hand with hers as he leads Momo out of the dark park and into the bright city.
When I was in Musutafu's tower, I noticed the park near it so that place shouldn't be too far. If we keep going this way, then we should be there in no time.
Momo looks to Relon. He seems determined again. He must want to make up for today. Even after I said it was fine. A smile escapes the girl as she looks in the direction they're heading.
After 15 minutes of walking along the neon-lit sidewalk and through numerous alleys, much to Momo's amusement, the two students finally arrive at their destination.
"I knew it."
Right in front of them is the Cavern Cafe.
"I'm surprised you remembered, though. It wasn't as major as some of the other topics I've mentioned today." He hands her a card. "Everything you said today was major though... If you say so." She chuckles flipping it over. "You know so, huh?" She wonders gaining a nod causing the girl to laugh. "Alright, you win. Let's go in, shall we?"
He lets go of her hand reaching and holding the door open waving a gesture for his companion to enter.
"Thank you, sir." Momo giggles as Relon follows her inside.
As they enter, Relon takes notice of the interior. Cave-like walls with fake stalagmites acting as support beams. Tables, chairs, and everything else normal for a cafe to have. This place literally looks like a cavern. A waitress comes up to them.
"Welcome to the Cavern Cafe." She bows. "Please take a seat anywhere you like and I'll be right with you."
"Thank you. Follow me, Lucinance." He does as told an they go to a round booth in the back corner. He takes a seat at the edge as Momo takes the other side across from him. "I always sit here. It's quiet since most customers don't go this far back. It's nice for studying or simply wanting some peace and quiet."
Now that she mentions it. At the tower, she said she would always sightsee while her family took care of business. Then she mentioned the park being a place she went to a lot when she was younger and how she still goes there now. And she just spoke of this place as being a perfect place for wanting to be alone. He looks at the creation-user who's scanning the menu. Could she have issues with her family, as well?
"Have you decided on what you want?" He's suddenly snapped from his thoughts by her question.
He looks to Momo who looks on as if waiting for him to answer. He nods and a voice responds surprising Relon.
"Very well, what would you like to have?" The waitress asks as Relon realizes his situation.
Her voice sounded the same as Momo's! Shit shit shit shit! He quickly scans the menu and points at the first thing he sees.
"The couple's milkshake. Great choice! And you, Yaoyorozu?"
Momo blinks repeatedly as she looks at Relon who is doing the same staring at what he just ordered.
...
FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUCCCCCCCCCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKK!
Did he really just order that!?
"Yaoyorozu?" The maid calls.
"Huh? Oh, I'll just take the usual."
"Alright, I'll go put those in." The waitress winks at her as all she can do is look on in bewilderment.
I don't think that prank was wise of us. He seems so stunned by what happened. That or he's freaking out over his order. I am pretty sure he meant to order that. Well, no point in thinking on it. Just roll with it I suppose.
"What do you think of the cafe, Lucinance?"
He shakes from his stupor to the girl, quickly accessing what was said before responding with a nod.
"Good to know you like it. Anything particular?" She asks.
He takes a moment to think before handing over a card.
"The calm and quiet atmosphere? Yes, I agree it's nice, isn't it?" They both look around, the awkward silence beginning to set in once more.
Damn it, what do I say now?
How should I go about maintaining the conversation with him?
As the two are thinking, the waitress comes back with their orders.
"Here you two lovebirds are, the couple's milkshake for you, sir. And the Cavern Cafe's herbal tea for you, Yaoyorozu."
"Thank you, Margret." She thanks as the waitress bows.
"Anytime! Enjoy yourselves." She turns leaving the two alone.
Relon looks at the milkshake. A pair of straws forming a heart face both him and Momo. He twitches at the sight as he tries to calm his nerves from the situation.
Don't make eye contact. Don't make eye contact. Don't make eye contact. Don't make eye contact. His eyes linger momentarily to Momo's as theirs meet before they both look down. Damn it, I looked!
"Hey Lucinance, would you like some help with that milkshake?" Momo asks, a blush apparent on her face.
He stiffens at the question before he nervously nods in a slow manner. She shifts in her seat before leaning over. He watches her pull her bang out of the way as she slowly take hold of her straw before placing it in her mouth. He can only watch, his body refusing to move, as she slurps the drink. As he looks on, he can see the vanilla from the shake make its way through the straw into her mouth. He blinks in repetition. She takes notice as she stops raising her head to Relon.
"Aren't you going to have some?" Her blush still there. "I doubt I can take care of this all by myself without some help." He nods in agreement as they both go for their respective straws before taking in the sweetness.
Don't make eye contact. Don't make eye contact. Don't make eye contact. His eyes relentlessly gaze up as the girl. Damn it, I can't keep my eyes off of her! He mentally sighs in frustration. Hormones, stay down, please. He looks to her once more. I guess this what happens when you fall for someone. It's hard to keep your eyes off of them no matter what the do. Especially something like this. A smile crosses his face as he takes a break from the shake as does Momo. Both looking to each other before she giggles and he smiles holding in a chuckle as best he can.
"This is nice. I never thought I'd do something like this so soon let alone ever, but I could get used to this." She states to be given a card from her crush.
'Same.' She smiles as an idea pops into her head. She scoots across the round seat next to him as he looks on wondering what she has in mind.
"May I?" She asks to gain a nod from the boy.
She leans close, resting her head on his shoulder to his surprise before he relaxes. The nice and familiar sensation returning from said action as he too leans his head on hers. She reaches under the table feeling for his hand as flesh contact is met with one another before their fingers intertwine.
"Today may have not gone as expected, but a lot came from it. I believe more good than bad so to say. But being either our rest at the park or this right now. Wouldn't you agree?" She shifts her eyes to look at him.
He nods, flashbacks of today skipping through his mind. His face for a single moment becomes gloom-like before returning to a soft carefree demeanor.
Nothing happened yet at the same time, lot happened today. Some things I wish hadn't. He shifts his eyes down to their hands together as he tightens their grasp for Momo to then do the same. For this to become official, I have to fully move on from my past. Right now that doesn't look like it will be going away anytime soon. Even after my years of isolation, the past remained as a constant reminder. All I can do is keep getting stronger and let time do its thing. And the first step is the field trip to the USJ Monday.
And Chapter 4 is done! The date that had been mentioned finally happens and it doesn't exactly go as planned but it ends on a good note. Fun fact, it was my birthday and finally turning 21 feels so great. I won't be drinking though, not my thing lol. Anyways, let me know what you all thought of the chapter and I'll see you guys later.
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