I walked up up the stone path, to the entrance of UA high. Surrounded by other first years. I can do this. Walking through the halls, I stop at the door of my classroom. Class 1-A huh? I wonder what they are like?
My name is Aiya Tadoka. Fifteen years a go, I was born, specifically to become a Villain. My parents bred children until they achieved the perfect combination of their quirks. Not long after I was born my parents were murdered by Endeavor. My quirkless older sister cared for me. My dream? To become a pro hero. To show the world that no matter my background or my lineage, it doesn't define who I will become.
"You're Tadoka right?" A spikey red-haired boy asked. I just nodded my head. "Your quirk was pretty impressive at the entrance exams, kinda shocked you didn't attempt recommendations."
"Thank you, I don't think it would have gone well for me though." The truth was my exams were a fluke. Back to the bred with quirks thing, I have two. Telekinesis, right now I can only control small objects with my mind, float myself, and create a small shield. Nothing that stands out. My second…
"Alright class take your seats!" Our homeroom teacher walked though the door. "UA will be the toughest experience of your life…" His name was Mr. Aizawa, A.K.A. Eraser Head. "We will be testing your quirks today in a series of tests, whoever comes in last fails."
Well shit. As the test went on I felt like I barely managed to pass. The last test, the tennis ball throw, I can't fail that, with telepathy, I should be able to get the same results as Ochaco. I didn't,826 meters. Not bad, but good to know I have a limit to how far my telekinesis will work.
By the end of the test, I was ranked at 15. I relieved a heavy sigh, I was safe. I worked so hard to get here. Being nosey, I looked at last place. Izuku Midorya. I became overwhelmed with anxiety, failure, and yet I still felt hope.
"Here are your rankings, but I won't be sending any of you home." My eyes traveled back to Midorya, his finger, it was broken. I felt a sudden rush of pain. This damn quirk of mine, I have no control over it. I bit my lip. Damn, my finger hurt. "Tadoka, are you alright? Did you get hurt at all during the test?" The red head snapped me out of it. I put on a fake smile, "Oh, uh, I'm fine, what was your name again?" I laughed nervously. "IM KIRISHIMA YOU JERK!" Oops. I should really start paying attention to my classmates. I smiled, he appeared mad, but I could feel it, he wasn't all that upset. "Sorry Kirishima, I should have asked earlier."
"KIRISHIMA! ARE YOU READY OR WHAT?" I recognize that voice, he has been yelling all day. He, he was actually angry, and confused, which only fueled his anger.
"Chill out Bakugo, I'm coming." He left my side to join his angry friend. I watched as they walked back to the classroom to get their stuff. Even filled with so much anger, he had so much drive, and confidence.
The sun was starting to set, it would be a long walk for me home. I didn't live on the best side of town, surviving on my sister's income and my part time job. "Tadoka!" I turned around it was none other than Kirishima, Bakugo, and the electric boy. "Wanna walk with us? Girl's really shouldn't walk home by themselves." Kirishima, poked his thumb into his chest proudly. Was he really this kind to everyone?
"KIRISHIMA! Why would you want to walk home with such a loser anyways? Ranked 15th, what a joke. A power like telekinesis, and can barely use it." Bakugo announced. He wasn't really wrong though.
"Chill out, Tadoka is cool."
I looked at Kirishima, he was…. genuine. "I'm going to do better next time. I want to be a Pro more than anything."
Bakugo scoffed at me. "You have to be good first."
"Man, you can be so intense Bakugo." Kaminari chimed in, "But I guess if I had a quirk like yours, I'd be…"
"A pompous ass?" I covered my mouth quickly.
"WHAT DID YOU SAY?!"
"Oh nothing." Waving him off.
"You're damn right it was nothing!"
I giggled, wait what? I giggled? Was this sincere? I looked at Kirishima and Kaminari. Both were laughing. I guess not.
We eventually passed a restaurant. "Well this is my stop, my sister asked me to pick up some food before I got home."
"We can wait with you," Kaminari offered, "Besides, I heard the uniforms the waitresses wear where the best, basically lingerie!" Kaminari developed a nose bleed.
"Uh, not its ok, I live right around the corner from here." The grouped shrugged it off. "We will see you tomorrow the Tadoka." Kirishima waved goodbye.
I gave a small wave. Taking off my backpack, I unzipped it pulling out the uniform.
I fit myself into the skin tight leather skirt and red tank top. Placed my name tag on, and pulled up my white hair into a high pony.
"How was your first day Aiya?"
"Tough sir, but so worth it!"
My boss looked down at me, placing his hands on my shoulder. "That's good to hear, you deserve so much more than this."
I had been working at "Yuki's restaurant" since I was 13. My boss who I just call Sir, lived in the apartment down the hall offered me a job as a dishwasher. He knew my sister was struggling, and offered me a job to help out. Sir was a tall round man, with the bushiest brows, bald head, and thick moustache. He's been like a father figure to me since I started working here.
"I won't be able to walk you home tonight young lady, I have to finish some paperwork tonight."
I nodded my head. "Yes Sir, I'll do my best tonight."
"I know you will young lady, that quirk of yours is mighty useful with the people."
The night wore on, we were hit with an insane dinner rush.
"AH! WHAT THE HELL YOU"RE STILL HERE?!"
That voice. "Bakugo?" I turned around, he was starring right at me, looking down on me. I covered my name tag. "What are you doing here?" I laughed nervously.
"I could ask you the same." He retorted. "KATSUKI! GET OVER HERE! THIS WAS YOUR DAD'S STUPID IDEA TO COME OUT AND CELEBRATE YOU!"
"SHUT UP!" He retorted and walked away. I slipped back into the kitchen. Hopefully he didn't notice much. I may have to leave early, but I can't afford that either. I watched from the window, OH NO! They were being seated in my section.
"Already got a school crush?" Sir was right behind me, blushing like a school girl.
"I would never in a million years like that pompous ass!" Gritting my teeth. A couple people in the kitchen stopped and starred at me. Oops, I must have been yelling.
"Well suck it up, whatever your feelings are, you have to serve them, and I would say soon if you want to earn that tip."
Sir wasn't wrong. I approached the table. "My name is Aiya, I will be your server today, tonight our special is the fried squid, and soup of the day is Miso. If you have any questions feel free to ask." Holy. Shit. Bakugo is literally his moms twin. My eye twitched. They also have the same anger. "WE WILL ALL HAVE WATER!" His mother yelled.
"SHUT! UP! WOMAN! PEOPLE ARE STARRING!"
"SHUT UP YOU BRAT!"
Yep. Just alike. Despite the yelling, they were a pretty easy table. The yelling was mostly at each other. I felt bad for Bakugo's dad. Having to listen to it all the time.
After they left, the entire night felt like a blur. I took off my shoes and opened the door to my apartment. It was a one bedroom; my sister and I took turns having the room for a night while the other crashed on the couch.
"How was your first day? How was work? Did you make any tips?" My sister Ai was 10 years older than me. No boyfriend, No social life. She just dedicated herself to taking care of me. "Since you are now juggling UA and work, I figured you could also take the room permanently. You work so hard." I opened my mouth to protest. "Aiya, I can't give you your own room, all the nice clothes that you want, or food. You help so much by running yourself tired, all the while staying focused on your goal. It the least I can do."
My sister smiled. "I also need your tips to cover the rest of the electric bill." She laughed, scratching the back of her head.
So that's why she was buttering me up. My eye twitched. I handed over my tips and sat down next to her. "My first day was good. I'm ranked 15th in the class right now, but I will do better. Work was good too, but one of my classmates came in and he is so..."
"What?! You have to talk to him Aiya! You know UA students aren't supposed to be working!"
Well. Shit. "I will handle it Ai. I'm going to bed, goodnight." I moped to the bedroom. I was really hoping I could just avoid him as much as possible. I laid down in bed, starring at my ceiling. No matter what the situation is, Bakugo is confident in himself and his abilities. He has so much drive and ambition. I hope one day, I can feel that. I shut my eyes, and went to sleep. I have to do better tomorrow.
