"Hey Tats, you want some water for those pancakes?"

"You don't eat pancakes with water, egg- WHAT THE HELL?"

Saitama had finished showering and was about to head in the kitchen to get some drinks when he remembered his guest, which means he can't go around shirtless. Damn, he was looking forward to a cool and relaxing day of manga reading. Oh well, he was the one who suggested getting to know each other better. He put on his favourite red and white hoodie, the one decorated with the word "oppai" and some drawings to really get the point across. Unfortunately, he didn't contemplate that maybe, just maybe, Tatsumaki with her... less than defined body would fine such a design insulting.

"Eh, what's wrong?"

"Are... are you faking ignorance you damn cue ball?"

"Ignorance about what?"

"Your... the design... it's hideous!"

"Eh? You mean my hoodie? Is it really that bad? I mean, at least it's comfortable."

"Are you fucking stupid you melon? There is a WOMAN in your presence!"

Saitama looked around his apartment before replying to Tatsumaki in a joking manner,

"What woman?"

"Not. Funny. Baldy."

"Okay, calm down Tats. I didn't mean to... uhm, insult you I guess. My other clothes have yet to be washed, so this is all I got."

"Haigh, fine."

As Saitama sat down next to the ESPer, a certain cyborg popped into the room. He had on a ridiculous pink apron that conflicted with his usual fiery demeanor. So ridiculous in fact, Tatsumaki burst out laughing, though the cyborg seemed not to care.

"Sensei, the pancakes are done. Do you want milk or just some water?"

"Eh according to the woman, you can't have water with pancakes so uh, milk I guess."

"Very well, Sensei."

"Oh, get some for Tats as well Genos."

"Yes Sensei!"

Genos disappeared before returning with a plate of fresh, homemade pancakes, a bottle of syrup and three glasses of milk. Tatsumaki watched as the cyborg set the table like a trained waiter and wondered just how a cyborg that was rash enough to attack a roach that smashed him into a wall, was able to handle such a delicate task.

"Whoa, these pancakes look great Genos!"

"And they smell good too. Who knew a cyborg could cook?"

"Thank you Saitama Sensei and Tatsumaki." Genos beamed at his Sensei's compliments, only thanking the ESPer because his Sensei insisted on treating her like a friend.

As the three tucked into their meal, which Tatsumaki found to be better than those cafes she went to, though she'll never admit it, Saitama struck up a conversation.

"So Tats, aside from pancakes and treats, what else do you enjoy eating?"

"Really? That's the first thing you want to know about me, advocado?"

"Eh, I figured since we're friends, we'll probably have a few meals together. Might as well try to make sure we all enjoy it."

"Well... I... don't really eat anything else."

"What? Not even udon noodles?"

"No."

"Ramen?"

"No!"

"Surely hotpot."

"What part of 'anything else' do you not understand egghead?"

"Well, that settles it then. The next meal we have, I'm making sure you try some proper food."

"What? No way! Just let me eat what I like."

"Tatsumaki, I assure you that even with my artificial taste receptors, I find Saitama Sensei's choice of food very delectable." Genos was amused to find out that the ESPer was like a child in more than just her behaviour and looks. Even her taste is like that of a kid.

"But what if I don't like it? It's better to just go with what I'm familiar with.

"Then why are you so in love with pancakes and treats? Surely if you only go with what you're familiar with, you'd constantly be drinking milk from a bottle."

"Are you implying that I'm childish?!"

"I am sure you are." Genos may be a cyborg, but Doctor Kusenos had done a good job of programming him to be more human. And that includes being so sassy that he can compete with the Tornado of Sass.

"Hey, stop it you two. I don't want a fight in my house!" Saitama was getting worried. There was no way he'd be able to afford repairs for any major damages, not when he has yet to receive his paycheck.

"He's the one who started it!"

"And you're the one that's so stubborn." In all his life, Genos has never met an adult so very much like a child. He could never understand how his Sensei could treat her so nicely. That man must have an infinite well of patience to go with his wisdom.

"Guys, come on. Okay, look, how about we have some hotpot the next time we eat? I mean, it's basically a DIY soup so you can't go wrong there."

"Haigh, fine. Now can I please eat my pancakes?"

"Of course!"

As the three continued to dine on Genos' fantastic cooking, Genos decided to enquire about his Sensei.

"Saitama Sensei, might I enquire why you became a hero?"

"Huh?"

"Oh yea, after seeing that shit from yesterday, I'm curious." Tatsumaki herself was quite curious. Surely no man would train himself to achieve such power because he wanted to, right?

"Eh, it's like I said, I just wanted to do it. I've always wanted to be a hero since I was a kid."

"Bullshit. There has to be something else to it!"

"I agree with Tatsumaki, Sensei. I became who I am today because of a-"

"Dude, we heard your story already."

"My point is Sensei, there has to be a reason why you became a hero."

"Oh come on. Does everything need to have a boring backstory in you two's books?"

"Okay fine, how about the story behind your disgusting suit egghead?" The ESPer never knew a man who thought a bright yellow jumpsuit would be a good hero costume, much less one paired with striking red gloves and a flowing white cape.

"Do not insult Sensei, Tatsumaki."

"Don't lecture me, cyborg!"

"Haigh, these two are like siblings."

"Well, if you really wanna know, sure. But it's not really very interesting."

Saitama proceeded to tell the two about an old tailor. Apparently, this tailor was the one who repaired his previous costume which was just a blue running suit. He was one of the few people who supported Saitama in his quest to become a hero, even repairing damages for free. Genos and Tatsumaki were impressed when they found out the Baldy took out an entire crime gang on his own just to retrieve the old tailor's shop lease. They were further shocked when he told them about how the Tailor wanted to retire anyway, and made Saitama's hero costume as a sort of final achievement. Who knew such a abhorrent suit had such a heart warming backstory.

"Huh, is that why you wear it despite first hating it?"

"Nah, it just doesn't tear as easily. In fact, I can't remember the last time I had to repair this."

"Sensei is a very practical man."

"Anyway, what about you Tats?"

"Huh?"

"Why did you become a hero? You know both me and Genos' reason, why not tell us yours?"

"I am curious as to why you became a hero as well, Tatsumaki."

The ESPer was suddenly silent. Genos deduced from her facial expressions she was deep in thought. It seems the ESPer may have a long backstory like his. He would have to remind her of his Sensei's limit, he figured.

"It's... nothing special Baldy."

"Bullshit. Do you not trust Sensei, Tatsumaki?"

"Eh, I don't mind. I mean, mine wasn't either, as you two so nicely pointed out."

"Tatsumaki, does something about your backstory bother you? Perhaps you do not yet trust us? If it is just me, I can leave the room."

"Shut up, cyborg! I just don't want to bore you two to sleep is all."

"Even more bullshit."

"Well, it's fine if you don't want to tell us. I understand some things are too private, even for friends."

"If Sensei wishes not to dig any further, I shall not intrude."

"Very well. Sensei, may I ask you something? I worry it is a sensitive subject."

"Eh? What is it?"

"What did you look like before you lost your hair?"

Tatsumaki and Genos could almost see Saitama's blood pressure rising. Yea, apparently that is in fact a sensitive spot.

"SO I LOST MY HAIR YOUNG, WHAT'S IT TO YOU GENOS!?"

"My apologies Sensei, I am only curious and do not mean to insult you. Forgive me."

"You know cue ball, I'm kind of curious as well."

"Haigh, if you really want to know, I've got a picture somewhere around."

Saitama walked over to a pile of his stuff and dug around, before pulling out a photograph with an "Aha!". He showed the photo in his hand to Genos and Tatsumaki. Both of their eyes widened at the sight of... Saitama with hair. The man was far less... derpy looking in the past. He had spiky black hair that in addition to his brown eyes, to Tatsumaki's surprise, made him look quite handsome.

"Huh, he might have even rivaled that A class cunt."

"Sensei, you actually looked quite "desirable" in today's standards. It is unfortunate you lost your hair, for your strength will be lost to this generation."

"Oi! What are you implying?"

"He's kind of right, avocado. I can't think of any woman that would date a bald man."

"Hey, looks aren't everything guys."

"But Sensei, studies have shown that a person's appearance is the first thing people look for in a relationship, for it is a primal instinct that-"

"Damn it Genos, cut the long explanations already!"

"Sorry Sensei, I will reactivate my summary mode."

"Why'd you deactivate it in the first place cyborg?"

"It drains more power due to having to recalibrate a lot of my sentences."

"Why not just talk less?"

"I'm afraid Sensei, like many others, do not know sign language, so there is no other way for me to convey my message."

"Anyway, where were we?" Tatsumaki could not bother trying to argue with Genos any longer. That damn cyborg had a comeback to everything. It was a kind of a nice change, having someone she can compete against. Not literally of course.

"Eh, we were trying to find out more about each other."

As the three continued to chat, they found out many things about each other.

Tatsumaki:
Likes candy apples. She goes to festivals just for them.
Her hair does actually naturally curl. Might be due to her being born with ESP.
Has a hatred of all who are below S class, bar some person in B class whom she refuses to reveal.
Extremely sick and tired of being mistaken for a child, hence her chosen attire. Still gets mistaken anyway.
Like Saitama, doesn't do the hero thing for appreciation. Instead, she feels obligated to do so due to her powers.
Also like Saitama, extremely bored of not being able to find any monsters that last more than a second against her.
Has a weakness to ghosts.

Genos:
Originally had blonde eyebrows to match his hair, but later switched to brown. No real reason why.
His sleeveless tops are so he can switch his arms out without hassle, not for style as Tatsumaki initially suspected.
Can use his core to further amplify his already intense power, though it drains him and should only be a last resort.
As long as he goes to Doctor Kuseno, no damage is lethal to him, though that remains to be seen for the worst he sustained is being cleaved in half via Mosquito Girl.
If he can imagine it, Doctor Kuseno can most likely make it, thus his arsenal is never truly complete. Even comes with housewife material, very amusing to Tatsumaki.
Is in fact equipped with many human skills such as but not limited to: Artist, player of all instruments, gamer, writer. This is due to Doctor Kusenos wanting him to be as human as possible.
Was always this serious of a dork, even when he was human.

Saitama:
Is crazy scared of losing his hero status. Says it means a lot to him.
Despises people who dis heroes
Is a firm believer that what makes a hero is their character, not their appearance, not their popularity, not even their strength. Okay, a bit of the last.
Unbelievably humble about himself, almost to a fault. Not Saitama's words, Genos and Tats figured this out for themselves throughout their many conversations.
Hobbies do in fact include reading manga and playing video games. Absurdly bad at the latter if his reaction to being challenged by Genos is anything to go by.
Gets sensitive about his baldness only because he thinks people are about to dis his hero status because of it, hence why he doesn't give (too much) a damn about Tatsumaki's nicknames.
Thinks banana's are a good gift because they are healthy and cheap. (-_-)

"Well, that was interesting. Who knew this cyborg could do more than just burn stuff." Tatsumaki was intrigued. For the first time in a long time, she was actually interested in someone other than her.

"Yea, I never imagined someone's hair could naturally be like THAT." Saitama was glad he could find out more about his friends. It had been a while since he had any.

"I too found the conversation interesting." Genos didn't think his Sensei could be better than he already was, but learning about his Sensei's morals only made him respect the man more, not just for his power, but his character as well. He truly could not have been given a better Sensei.

"Well, I'm glad we know more about each other. Oh, it's 9am already?"

"Sensei, do you have something important to do?"

"Nah, I'm just surprised time went by so quickly. It's usually slower."

"9am? Why the heck have I not been called yet?" Unbelievably, Tatsumaki had lost track of time. Normally she'd be so bored waiting for a call from the HA. It was a nice change she supposed.

"Oh, hey, you two wanna go find some monsters to deal with?"

"I would be glad to fight by your side, Sensei!"

"Well, I've got nothing until the association calls, I might as well."

"Cool, let's go!"

The three exited the apartment, and looked for monsters to contain their boredom everywhere. They had found a few, including some weird seaweed monster near City Z, which Tatsumaki knocked unconscious, stating the creature was too weak and not worth their time, as well as a weird octopus in Greek wear that Saitama blew the top half of it's body off, after it mocked how his head resembled an octopus. Surprisingly, the lower half was intact and standing, so Tatsumaki squished it, along with the giblets of the creature into a ball, letting Genos burn it all. By the afternoon though, there were no monsters to be found, and the heroes were getting bored.

"Where are all the damn monsters? It's like they disappeared!"

"Perhaps they witnessed us slaughtering others, and are now too afraid to show up."

"Oh man, I hope not. We still got half a day to waste."

"Sensei, what about the House of Evolution? Surely they have something to do."

"Eh, no way man, what if they experiment on us or some shit?"

As the three debated what to do with the day, a familiar voice popped in from behind them. They turned around to see once again, the silver haired Bang.

"I don't mean to eavesdrop, but I couldn't help but hear you three were bored?"

"Bang-san, what are you doing here?" Genos didn't know much about the other S classes, but the old man was an curious one. Aside from the fact that he was the only S class apart from Metal Knight who bothered showing up to the meteor, he was the only one Tatsumaki didn't seem to disrespect.

"I was simply heading to the supermarket Genos-kun."

"Don't you usually order, Bang? Why would you come down here on your own despite your back?"

"Well, Charanko is on a vacation right now, and the ingredients the association usually send me doesn't seem to be as fresh, so I took it upon myself."

"Eh? Don't you have any other disciples Old dude?"

"HIS NAME IS BANG YOU DAMN MELON!"

"*Chuckles*, it's alright Tatsumaki-chan. I don't mind."

"He's being disrespectful, that is not alright in my books!"

"Speak for yourself, brat." Genos could not help but be amused at the irony.

"No need to waste your breath for an old grandpa like me, Tatsumaki-chan. Oh, my apologies, I forgot why I was here. I wanted to ask if the three of you wanted to come to my dojo."

"What for gramps?"

"Do I have to drill his name into your shiny head, you cue ball?"

"Oh, right. Bang was it? Why do you want us over at your dojo?"

"Ah, you see Saitama-kun, my brother sent over some fine maine lobsters, so I decided to have hotpot, hence why I came to get some ingredients. Unfortunately, he sent too much for an old man like me to finish, even with my 7 new disciples. I was wondering if you'd come and join us?"

"Lob-lobsters? The expensive version of crab?" Saitama always wanted to try lobsters, he just couldn't afford them. He couldn't believe his ears when Bang offered him a free meal with more than enough lobsters for 8 people.

"7 new disciples, Bang? I thought no one dared to go to your dojo after... well, that incident."

"Well, it's more like the association wanted me to supervise them."

"Bang-san, are these humans that tough that S class Rank 3 has to watch over them? Could we possibly have a duel with them?" Genos was now excited. His Sensei had wanted a challenge, perhaps he could find one.

"Well, I wouldn't exactly call them humans, nor are they tough, as Saitama-kun found out."

"Huh? Have I faced them before?" Saitama doesn't remember fighting any martial artist.

"Well I guess you'll find out egghead. Bang, let us help you with the groceries. The last thing I want to happen is for the association to lose one of the only respectable heroes."

"Thank you, Tatsumaki-chan."

And so Tatsumaki, Genos and Saitama helped the old hero shop for stuff to be used for hotpot. As they headed towards Bang's dojo, they wondered just what was in store for them.


"Wow, that's a lot of stairs to climb everyday gramps, how do you do it?"

The heroes arrived at the foot of a mountain, with a huge flight of stairs leading towards what Bang said was his dojo. Saitama and Genos were flabbergasted, while Tatsumaki didn't seem the least bit surprised. Bang only chuckled.

"An old man like me need exercise to prevent our health from degrading. It's actually quite a relaxing climb."

"Eh, it would be easier for me to just jump up there." Saying thus, Saitama picked up Bang and Genos, and jumped all the steps, landing right in front of the dojo. Tatsumaki had to shake herself awake, before flying up there.

"What the hell egghead? Are you trying to give Bang an early grave?!"

"It's okay, Tatsumaki-chan. The breeze was quite refreshing. Now, shall we head in for lunch?" Bang opened the door to his dojo, and called for his disciples. 7 very familiar faces approached the heroes, and Tatsumaki was just about ready to send something flying.

"THEY ARE YOUR DISCIPLES?! THOSE FREAKING THINGS?!"

There stood the creatures from the House of Evolution. All of them, including the recently deceased Carnage Kabuto, bowed, welcoming their guests.

"Bang-san, is it wise teaching monsters your martial arts?" Genos was very much ready to kill any of the creatures. If even someone like Tatsumaki respects Bang, he can't imagine what creatures with his fighting style and training would be like. Well, certainly no match for his Sensei, but still.

"Do not worry Genos-kun, they have turned over a new leaf, and are now active heroes in the association with their own names. Students, please introduce yourself.

The students, who were all clothed, thankfully, proceeded to introduce themselves, from the strongest to the weakest.

Carnage Kabuto:
"My name is now Chikara, A class Rank 54, nice to meet you all." The beetle seemed a lot more humble, probably due to having been, you know, decimated by Saitama.

Beast King:
"You may call me Bunji, fellow heroes. I am A class Rank 55."

Armoured Gorilla:
"Atomu, A class Rank 56, at your service."

Mosquito Girl:
"Mu-Mutsuko. A class Rank 68. Glad t-to... be on your side."

Kamakyuri:
"Kamakyuri, B class Rank 89 Slicing Mantis. Pleasure to meet you."

Ground Dragon:
"Genjiro, B class Rank 105. Sorry for uh, making you a bamboo shoot."

Slugerous:
"Suguru, C class Rank 234. I'm not actually training."

Frog Man:
"Fujio, C class Rank 260. I'm glad we have Bang for a teacher. He's nice."

"Now that you have properly introduced yourselves, please go and prepare tea for our guests. Oh, and get ready for hotpot."

"Yes Bang Sensei!" Yelled his disciples, as they rushed to complete the old man's task.

"Fujio, could you come here for a moment?"

"Yes Sensei."

"Please prepare the items necessary for some games. I think our guests will be bored of waiting."

"Of course Sensei!"

Fujio brought a pack of cards and a pair of toy hammers and a pair of... helmets I guess. Tatsumaki recognised this as Bang trying to get more disciples, for he had done the same to many heroes like her. She always felt kinda sorry for him, losing all his disciples like that. But seeing how happy he was with 7, even non human ones, she didn't interfere.

Ah bugger, it's time for me to be lazy again. Same shit happens as OVA 4, only Tatsumaki is watching at the side in disgust, and then laughing at how Saitama couldn't beat Bang at rock paper scissors. Cut to Saitama smashing the helmet and burning the floor trying to hit Bang.

"Such power!" Bang had already witnessed the bald hero's strength when he smashed the meteor, but to see it up close was a new experience.

"Oi! You aren't supposed to run away!" Saitama's steaming red bald head had veins popping out in anger. He had never been this serious before, Genos noticed.

"WHEN YOU'RE ABOUT TO KILL HIM, HE CAN!" Tatsumaki was damn pissed at Saitama, using so much force in a freaking game. She was about to lift Bang out of the way when the martial artist dodged with incredible speeds.

"That's enough." Bang jumped down from the roof, catching the attention of the pissed hero and heroine.

"It's my loss, fair and square."

"If we had been fighting for real, what would have happened?"

"Bang Sensei, the hotpot will be ready in a minute!" Mutsuko had poked her head in to get them ready for lunch, when she witnessed the smashed helmet and the very obvious burn marks on the floor, along with quite a pissed off Saitama.

"Uh... You sh-should pack up the games Fu-Fujio..." The stuttering Mutsuko went back to preparing tea, hoping to get her mind off the very painful reminder. How Carnage Ka-Chikara seemed unaffected by his death, she would never understand.

"So, what do you think about martial arts you two?"

"Eh?" Saitama, slow as always, didn't understand the old hero was trying to get him to join the dojo.

"Maybe you understand, now that you've had a match, the appeal of martial arts, especially you Saitama. I could tell you were enjoying yourself from how serious you got during the game."

"Bang-san is right. I have never seen Sensei so into anything aside from food and sales." Genos began to understand that Bang wanted his Sensei and him to join the dojo,

"Well, Saitama-kun, are you interested?"

"Uh, not really. But it might be fun to come here for games every so often, maybe even make friends with your disciples." Saitama had a very small hint of interest in his tone, so small that only Genos picked it up.

"Oh, I still have to apologise to those two for killing them. Should I do it while we eat? Maybe that will ruin their appetite... Eh, no harm in trying."

"Very well, Saitama-kun. Fujio, clean up here, then come and join us for hotpot."

"Yes Bang Sensei!"

And so, all 11 of the heroes sat down for hotpot, which Tatsumaki admitted was nice, along with some top quality tea. They were all enjoying the food and banter, even the House of Evolution group had things to talk about, from their experience training, to Chikara trying to control his carnage mode and be more human, to how they witnessed Saitama teaching the beetle a lesson via cameras.

"Oh! Thanks for reminding me. Eh, bug lady and beetle dude, I want to apologise for killing you that time."

Mutsuko suddenly went quiet, while Chikara didn't seem to mind speaking of his recent death.

"Eh, no worries. If anything, I should be thanking you. Now, we get to have more freedom, and I'm starting to become human again. Oh, and it's Mutsuko and Chikara, not bug lady and beetle dude."

"Oh, right. Sorry, I'm not good with names."

"Sensei, if you'd like, I can give you a notebook with all our names and a drawing so you can remember easier." Genos was already scribbling on a fresh notebook to hand to his Sensei, when Saitama stopped him.

"It's better if I learn from frequently chatting with them Genos. Otherwise, it might feel a bit forced."

"Oh! Is Sensei trying to tell me on experience and not given information? Thank you Sensei, I will treasure your lesson."

"Incredible, despite seeming so normal, he taught his student a valuable lesson just like that. And Genos picked up on it so quickly, unlike Charanko. How unfortunate they do not wish to join." Bang was slightly disappointed, but was very content. To not only have 7 new disciples, but to make friends with someone as great as Saitama, he truly is blessed.

"Wow, this cyborg has a talent for blowing things out of proportion." Tatsumaki on the other hand, was just amused at how Genos overcomplicates everything.

"Hm? Mutsuko-chan, are you alright?" Bang noticed his disciple had gone quiet

"Oh! It's no-nothing, Bang Sensei." Bang however, was not so easily fooled.

"Ah, you are still afraid of Saitama-kun, are you not?" Mutsuko only looked away, confirming his suspicion.

"Do not worry, Mutsuko-chan. I am sure that Saitama-kun has no reason to hurt you, now that you are no longer on the wrong side, isn't that right Saitama-kun?"

"Eh? Oh, yea, of course." Saitama felt a little bit guilty seeing how traumatised Mutsuko was.

"Crap, I didn't mean to scar her, I was just doing my job! How the hell was I supposed to know she'd be revived with memories of her death? Seriously who thought that was a good idea?"

"Hey Mutsuko, relax. I'm sure once you get to know him, you'll have no reason to be afraid of him!" Bunji was now trying to comfort the traumatised bug lady. He almost looked like the dad of the bunch, with how he acted.

"You must forgive my disciple, Saitama-kun. Her young mind still has problems coming to terms with her death."

"Eh? Young mind?" Saitama felt even more guilt.

"She is technically 19, Saitama-kun, so unlike Chikara, who is 35, she is not very brave.

"How the heck did you find out their age Bang?" Tatsumaki never considered for a moment the mutants would give a damn about their age.

"They told me, Tatsumaki-chan. They appear to age just like normal humans."

"Bang-san, how old are each of your disciples? Do they have a birthday?" Genos wanted to get more information about Bang's new disciples. Sure, they had turned over a new leaf, but you could never be too safe.

"They have all decided to share the same birthday, that is, the day they turned over a new leaf, for convenience sake. As for their age,"

Chikara: 35
Bunji: 32
Atomu: 27
Moquito Girl: 19
Kamikyuri: 17
Genjiro: 15
Slugerous: 14
Fujio: 13

"Eh? Why is there such a huge gap between the first three and the others?"

"The young ones were only created in the later years of the House of Evolution, Saitama-kun."

"Enough about us, why don't we find out more about you three?" Atomu sugested.

And so the group continued to dine, finding out more and more about each other. It was a fantastic afternoon for all of them. A few hours later, Tatsumaki, Genos and Saitama thanked Bang for the meal, and prepared to head home.

"Tatsumaki-chan, may I have a word with you?" Bang called for the ESPer before they headed off.

"Hey Tats, Genos and I gotta go first. We should go hunt some monsters again!" Saitama jumped off, with Genos following closely behind.

"What is it Bang?"

"I'm glad you've decided to make some friends."

"What?"

Bang had a kind smile on his face. The kind that tore through your heart.

"It must have been hard for you, but I'm glad you managed. Perhaps now you'll have an easier time getting along with your sister."

"Bang, I already told you, you don't have to worry about me."

"I can't help it. You are, after all, the closest I have to a family, aside from Bomb, more so than my previous disciples."

...

"Thank you Bang, but now I have to take care of myself."

"You know Tatsumaki-chan, you could always start a family of your own. You aren't getting any younger, after all."

"Says the bachelor of 81 years."

"*Chuckles*, take care, Tatsumaki-chan."

"Right back at you, Oji-san." With that, Tatsumaki flew off, leaving a happy Bang to his 7 disciples.


Well, bet you didn't expect that, did you? It's my headcanon that the reason Tatsumaki is respectful towards Bang is because he took care of her when she was rescued by Blast. So uh, sorry if the non-canon puts anyone off.

I would like to once again thank "The Lone Lobster" for letting me use the names they came up with for the HoE guys. I would have delayed this story by 10 years thinking of names otherwise (o_o')

Also, I made a new story for fillers. That way, anyone only interested with the main story won't have to deal with pressing the next button more times. Also, the fillers are not important to the story, so reading them is optional.

Thank you all once again for taking the time to read my story because holy crap, I wasn't expecting 5k+ viewers. It is a small achievement I will gladly frame in my mind palace. Now on to the reviews, I am so bad at ending with thanks.


Lightningblade49: Hah, as if I'd leave a scene so integral to Saitama's character out of here. I would be struck down by ONE Sensei himself if I dared.

Hektols: Thanks for the idea, I might include it here or in the fillers.

Shiroraven: ;)

guest: Even with my crazy mind, I'd never dare. It's so damn hard to write the story like that, and kudos to the writers that try, and even succeed. I mean, altering the timeline is bad enough, trying to suddenly make Tatsumaki like egghead without having it be all unnatural/cliche is a nightmare. Why did I put this on myself ;-;

Ander Arias: Sorry, I thought the few mentions it's T-T-B saying it were good enough. Hopefully I've remedied that here. As to whether the story is SaiTatsu, it's going to be, and hopefully it happens as naturally and as uncliched as I hope it will be.


My inspirations:

The Bald and The Esper: s/11725053/1/The-Bald-and-The-Esper

The Strongest Hero: s/12494528/1/The-Strongest-Hero

There is definitely more to the list, please let me know if you read anything similar!


The names given to the HoE's creations belong to "The Lone Lobster".