Marching to the front of the room, I faced my classmates and presented the name on my board.

"Vector Vixen!", I proclaimed with a grin. Searching for Midnight's reaction, I watched as her face transitioned from contemplation to overwhelming approval.

She clasped her hands together, "What a fitting name! Absolute perfection!"

Kaminari scratched his head, "I don't get it..?"

Jiro turned to face him, "What do you mean 'you don't get it'?!"

"My quirk is vectoring, and everyone keeps saying I resemble a fox... so I just wanted to play that up in my favor?", I explained while rubbing the back of my neck. It was almost discouraging that my hero codename wasn't being pieced together quickly, but on the other hand Kaminari was an idiot.

"But you didn't say fox,", he attempted to defend, "you said-"

"A vixen is a female fox, so she is still referring to the animal.", Momo came to my aid.

I nodded, "Yeah, that's one of its meanings! The other is-"

"A quarrelsome woman.", Todoroki softly spoke up. There was a small beat of silence as the class, Midnight and myself included, all looked at him after giving the alternative definition. He rarely speaks up during class, so for this to be his moment to choose so was a little jarring. Wasn't he trying to keep his distance? Or was he agreeing with the definition, and was calling me troublesome? I wouldn't put it past him to pull out the claws at every opportunity when it came to his disliking over me.

"I LIKE IT!", Mina jumped from her seat as she dragged all eyes back to her.

I gave a final smile at the podium before taking myself and my board back to my seat. Whatever his reasoning, I was going to leave unbothered. There was no reason to step on his toes, especially because I had invaded his privacy and wasn't planning on apologizing anytime soon. On the way I locked eyes with Katsuki, who was glaring at me for some reason. Another boy to throw in the mix who have issues with me. What could I have possibly done to upset him? Does he not like the name I came up with?

Soon after my reveal, Iida decided to use his real name like Todoroki had. After him, Izuku was pressed into sharing by Midnight. Flipping over his board, we read 'Deku' in his shaky handwriting. The small smile that formed on my face contrasted from the shock of the class. His entire life Katsuki used it to belittle him, but here at U.A. he was able to give it a new meaning. In his own way he was able to retake the power behind it and use it for himself.

After that, Katsuki made another attempt at a code name, but 'Load Explosion Murderer' was just as awful as his first one. It was no surprised to anyone but himself when he was vetoed yet again. His final decision of 'Ground Zero' was much better; it fit him extremely well and it didn't give off the same dangerous energy his past names had.

When we all had our names decided, Aizawa was swift to get moving onto the next thing. "Now that you all have your hero names, we can get back to talking about your internships. They will last for one week, and as for who you will be working with; those of you who are on the board will choose from your offers. Everyone else will have a different list." He lifted up a sheet of paper from the stack he was holding indicating that was said list, "You have a lot to think about. There are around 40 agencies across the country who have agreed to take on interns from your class. Each agency has a different specialty that its heroes focus on. Keep that in mind."

To help give an example, Midnight used No. 13. They were a rescue hero, so they would choose an agency that catered to that and not fighting villains. We were then passed out our hero agency sheets, and told we had until the weekend to make our decision. Just as I was about to look mine over, I heard my name being called across the room.

"Miyake.", Aizawa said with his back turned to me in the classroom doorway, "Come with me."

I promptly stood from my chair and followed him out of the classroom and to the teachers' lounge. Obviously we were going to discuss the internship, and I was curious as to what I would be doing. I had received offers, but I was also awaiting training with Aizawa. Would he keep me during the next week or let me pick from one of the hero agencies? We walked in silence until he sat behind his desk, leaving me to stand in front of it.

"Yes, sir?", I fidgeted, not really sure what he was going to say.

He leaned backwards into his chair and straightened out some of the papers on his desk, "Relax." When the obvious tension in my posture hadn't slacked, he rolled his eyes, "I just wanted to discuss with you about your options for the internship." I nodded my head, telling him to continue, "Telekin and I have already spoken about what we feel you should do."

When he didn't continue, I did, "And?"

"And...", he crossed his arms, "I'm curious as to what you would like to do." I raised my eyebrows, "Your grandmother didn't want you to choose for yourself, but I think it is important that you make the final decision just like your peers."

"Baba didn't care about what I thought?", I put my hands on my hips, "No offense, but I would have expected you to be the one who refused my wishes."

"None taken.", he leaned his elbows on the desktop, "It's not that she didn't care. You have to remember that you're at a disadvantage with not having complete control over this new development of your quirk. She didn't want things to get out of hand if you were to choose an agency that couldn't fully cater to your needs." I nodded my head in understanding. "So,", he gestured to the chair across from him, "What is it you want to do?"

I sat on the edge of the seat, not fully ready to be comfortable just yet, "Well, I haven't had the chance to look at the list of offers. I can't imagine it's going to take me long to look and research them, since I only received eight."

"It doesn't matter how many you received.", he rolled his eyes as he opened a desk drawer and pulled out a folder. On the top left hand corner was my name, and my school picture tagged together by a paperclip. "Answer this, do you want to stay the week and train with Telekin and myself, or do you want to intern another hero off of your list?"

"If I'm being honest...", I scratched the nap of my neck, "I would prefer to do what you and Baba think is best. I have committed to train under you, so I will do whatever it is you decide."

Aizawa gave a heavy sigh as he ran a hand down his face. Opening the folder he revealed a copy of the list of my hero offers, but his had pen scribbling all over it. Some of the names were crossed, some had question marks, but two of them were circled. "Telekin wants you to stay, but I think it is in your best interest to shadow a different hero. It would be better experience for you to watch a hero work than to move furniture and spar your entire week."

"Spar? I don't spar my Baba.", I questioned.

Giving me another heavy sigh, he leaned backwards and crossed his arms, "What did you think your training with me would consist of?"

I adverted my eyes, trying to think of what he could help me improve on, "Um... sleeping...?"

"Funny.", he deadpanned.

"S-sorry! I just haven't given it much thought since we haven't started yet."

He rolled his eyes, "It's fine. I'll just make a point to remember this when we actually do begin." My eyes widened by his little threat, but he continued, "So then you will be interning with a hero agency. From your list I have chosen two heroes that I imagine would be beneficial for you, Telekin has approved one of them. They are who you will be interning with." While he spoke he began making a note on my form confirming the internship.

"Oh, uh okay.", I gripped my knees in slight nervousness. "Who is it?"

After filling out the last part of the form, he moved the hero agency information sheet in front of me. As I began looking over the sheet, he gave clarification, "Their hero name is Vision, and they are located along the outskirts of Hosu City. Vision isn't like a typical hero, in that they aren't committed to one singular agency and they are commissioned to do specific work or operations due to the nature of their quirk."

"What's their quirk?", I scanned the paper and saw that it didn't disclose that bit of information.

"You'll find out soon enough.", he straightened the papers and put the folder back into his drawer. "You are dismissed."

I scrambled from my seat, gave him a bow of thanks, and walked to the exit. Just as I was about to leave, I turned back, "Aizawa-sensei?", he peered up from his desk, "When will our training begin?"

"The following week after your return from internships.", he paused as he continued to bore his eyes into me, "The things we will be doing are different from what we will be doing in the classroom. Don't go around telling everyone what it is, though. You can disclose your training with me, but not the training exercises."

A nervous sweat began to back out on my back, "W-why can't I tell them what we're doing?"

Aizawa leaned his elbows onto the desktop and flashed me a creepy smile, "Because it will be more unconventional than they will be able to grasp."

I gulped at his words. What the fuck does that mean? With a final nod I turned and left the room to make my way back to the classroom. I wasn't expecting anyone to be there because it was the end of the school day, and we were already dismissed by Aizawa; so I was surprised when I turned the corner onto the hallway and saw Katsuki standing outside of the classroom door.

"Katsuki?", I called when I was a few feet away, "Why didn't you go home yet?"

He peered down at me from the corner of his eyes, his usual scowl on his face. "Go get your shit."

I smiled as I stood in front of him, "Were you waiting for me?"

He gave my shoulder a shove, "I said go get your shit."

"Alright, just give me a minute then.", I sighed as I stepped through the shifted door and into the classroom.

If his desk wasn't in the same corner of the room as mine, I wouldn't have noticed Todoroki sitting there. He was the only one left in the classroom, but it was obvious he was packed and ready to leave by the way his school bag was settled onto his desktop. I gave him a slight nod, acknowledging him but wanting to give him space at the same time.

Arriving at my desk, I piled my stack of papers and pen together and slipped them into my bag. Once the desk was cleared, I took my bag and swirled around and was shocked to see Todoroki standing over me. Naturally I yelped out by his close presence. He was just sitting at his desk a moment ago, how did he move so quick and silently?

"Todoroki, you scared the shit out of me.", I placed a had over my heart to feel my quickened pulse.

He took a step back, "Sorry."

"It's okay.", I gave him a small smile.

As we stood there in silence, eye contact locked, I couldn't help but wonder why this was even happening right now. First his contribution to my hero name during class and now he's cornering me alone after? What's his deal? He made it extremely clear to me that he wanted me to fuck off, so what has changed in the single day that transpired?

I shifted my weight onto one leg, not knowing what to do under his gaze, "Was there something you wanted?"

He was unresponsive to my words, and continued his stare into my soul. This was worse than being under Aizawa's menacing eyes, in that situation I actually knew why he was glaring at me, but this? No fucking clue.

"My father told me you both shared some words at the Sport's Festival.", I stiffened at his sudden response, "It was before your match with Tokoyami, yes? Before you-"

"Yes.", I cut him off, not needing to clarify what exactly happened during the match. "Why do you ask?"

He paused before continuing, "Did you actually say all of those things? Did you really threaten him?"

My fists clenched, wondering how this was going to play out. "I did. I didn't appreciate the things he said about my family nor his proposal. Do you have something to say about it?"

His demeanor immediately softened, "No, I just wanted to thank you." I immediately fell out, not expecting that response. "No one has ever stood up to him that way, especially not for me."

"Well, uh... it wasn't exactly for you but-"

"So you didn't say I wasn't an object for his use?", he cocked his head to the side in pure confusion.

I blushed, "I-I did, but-"

"Then you defended me to him.", he concluded as he went back to his desk and picked up his bag. "I wanted to thank you for doing so." He began walking towards the door, but continued to speak without facing me, "I would also like to apologize for the things he had said to you. His offer was in no way on my behalf, and it will not be happening again."

"O-Okay.", I needed to ask him why, "Todoroki?" He stopped right in front of the door, "What does this mean for us? You made it clear that we're not friends, but this doesn't really feel like a conversation between enemies." I scratched the back of my neck as he turned to face me with a blank expression, "I only want to respect your boundaries, and not push-"

"My hero name is Shoto.", he began, "So you should refer to me as that." He's asking me to use his first name again?!

"I uh...", I fumbled, not knowing what to do next.

He took a step back towards my direction, "May I call you by your name as well, then?"

I cocked an eyebrow, "My name? I'm not really sure you should call me Vector Vixen outside of hero-"

"Aiya.", he clarified, "Your given name?"

The blush that consumed my face was blatant, and in no way something I could hide. "Oh, uh yeah. You-u can call me that." I paused, "Shoto." My face grew hotter. This was so embarrassing! But at the same time, so oddly cute? He was acting so innocent about it!

He began walking back towards me, causing me to also take a step back but I was met with my desk. "Aiya? Your face is very red, are you feeling well?" Oh god.

"Y-yes!", I attempted to step away but he was already standing in front of me, "I'm fine! Just a little hot-"

Shoto took the final step towards me and lifted his right hand to my arm, "You don't look fine-"

"Hey!", the classroom opened up and there stood an annoyed Katsuki. His hands were shoved in his pant pockets, and his bag was tucked underneath his arm. It was clear he was agitated from waiting for so long, but as he processed why and that Shoto was reaching for me rage began to blossom over his features. "Aiya. Lets. Go.", he seethed.

I pulled away from Shoto's outstretched hand, and began walking towards the door. "I'll see you tomorrow, Shoto." He gave me a slight nod as he watched me join Katsuki.

Katsuki wasted no time in grabbing my wrist and yanking me out the classroom. He dragged me the entire way out the building and to the school gates like that until he finally let go. After my release, he gave me a little shove forward.

"What the fuck has been going on with you?!", he yelled, his palms slightly smoking.

I rubbed where his hand had been, ash residue left in a hand print from his grip, "What are you talking about?"

He shook with anger, "You never told me what happened to you at the sports festival, and then I hear icy hot's bastard daddy said something to you?! What the fuck did he say?"

"You were eavesdropping?!", I pushed back.

"Hard not to fucking listen when I was standing there like a fucking idiot waiting for you!", he yelled in my face, veining bulging around his face and neck.

I rubbed my temples, trying not to get mad like he was. In a weird fucked up way, he was right. I hadn't told him anything that has happened since then. He's been in the dark this entire time, and it wasn't like any of these things weren't important either.

"Okay." I took a deep breath, "Do you remember when Shoto-"

"Do not call him that.", he breathed out with his teeth bared.

"You're so dramatic.", I sighed, "When Todoroki had said his parents were in a quirk marriage?", he folded his arms and nodded, "When I was on my way to my match with Tokoyami, Endeavor found me and made a marriage proposal between Todoroki and I-"

"HE WHAT?!", he yelled as explosions began popping off, "I'LL KILL HIM!"

I grabbed his arm and began pulling him in the direction of the train station, "You don't need to do that, I made it clear that if he ever made an attempt at me again it wouldn't be good."

He calmed down a bit, but was still angry as he pulled himself from my grasp, "So you did threatened him."

"Just like I said to him, it's not a threat if I promise to do it.", I rolled my eyes.

"You're...you're fucking annoying.", he began walking at a faster pace.

I sighed and began speed walking to catch up to him, "What's up your ass now? I didn't even finish updating yo-"

"You're fucking annoying.", he repeated without looking at me, "Stop picking and choosing when to be brave. It's really annoying and weak to watch you act meek one second and then confident the next.

"Sorry I'm not so violent and guns a blazing as you are. Besides, you need to stop interrupting me, unless you don't care about the development of my quirk?", I pressed.

Silently, he started walking again to and I explained to him what happened and how that effected my quirk. I also told him about how I was doing private training with my grandmother and Aizawa because of the new dangers of my powers. I filled him in completely on everything right up to the meeting I had with Aizawa before meeting with him outside of the classroom. By the time I got him caught up we were already sitting on the train, riding until we got to our stop.

"What about your fucking name?", he asked after I finished.

I quirked an eyebrow, "What about it? I already knew you had some sort of issue with it by the look you gave me earlier in class. What's wrong with it?"

He crossed his arms and looked out the window, "It's what the fucking bastard called you at the USJ attack."

"Y-you heard him call me that?", I couldn't have been more shocked. I knew Katsuki was observant, but to have pocketed something so small and connecting it to now was another level.

"Yeah.", his fists tightened, "Just like I remember him calling you a bitch too."

I smiled and placed a hand over his fist, "Well Vector Bitch just doesn't have the same ring to it, now does it?"

"Shut the fuck up.", he pulled himself from my hand, "Why would you use that name if he called you it?"

"This might sound weird...but I liked the way it made me feel when he said it."

He snapped his neck to look at me with an annoyed expression, "Yeah, that does sound fucking weird."

"Just hear me out! He called me a vixen out of frustration because, even though he's some crazy dangerous villain, he was struggling to fight me.", I looked away from him and to my hands that were gripping the edge of my skirt, "I want all evils to hear my name and know I'm going to be trouble for them. I'm going to give them a fight that they can't be sure they're going to win."

His uncharacteristic silence after my words is what pushed me to continue to fiddle with my skirt's hem. Stupid! It was a stupid reason to choose a name- I know it, he knows it, we know it! God, I wish I just kept it to myself and just said the fucking fox thing! I'm such an idi-

The touch on my hand stopped all of my thoughts. I watched as his large, clammy hand moved one of mine from the fabric and into his rough palm. He squeezed it tight, and then another time to silently ask me to look at him. Slowly I shifted my gaze up to his, and was greeted by a slight pink tint on his cheeks. Besides the small blush, he attempted to maintain his usual scowl while he spoke in an almost soft tone to me.

"S-stop talking.", he commanded as his grip got tighter, "You're making me feel...weird."

"Weird? What do you mean? You're the one acting weird!", I shot back, starting to blush as well.

His tone was no longer soft, "What do you fucking mean I'm acting weird?!"

I lifted our hands that were still being held together, "H-how is this not weird? Y-you're just holding my fucking hand and shit!"

He threw my hand away from his, "S-shut the fuck up! You were the one being embarrassing and making me feel weird!"

"How was I being embarrassing?!", I slightly raised my voice at him, "You asked me to tell you why I used that nam-"

"Because of how you fucking said it! You looked all fucking... inspired and shit... how the fuck was I supposed to feel with you looking like that!", he yelled at me with a furious blush overcoming his face at the confession.

Before I could get a word in, the train pulled up to our stop and Katsuki practically sprinted off and out into the station; leaving me in his dust. What the fuck was that?! How could he just act all gentle and shit and then ditch me on the fucking train?! I will never understand him and why he refuses to just be open with me! I grabbed my bag and huffed off the train. The entire walk home left me in a bad mood. How could he act like this and I continue to keep a crush on him? Maybe I was a weirdo for finding all of that at least a little attractive- but that still doesn't change the fact that it was fucking annoying.