That night Izuku sat on one of the benches on Dagoba beach. He stared blankly at the beach scene without moving a bit. In his hand was the hunter's license he had just received.

Although he has officially become an S-rank Hunter, Izuku is not happy at all. Not with the amount of attention he got.

Today is probably the most tiring day for him. After dealing with chairman Matsumoto, he had to deal with the reporters waiting for him outside the bureau office. It took several hours for him to get out of the crowd.

And just before he's about to leave, Kiyoko calls him saying she's throwing a celebration party for him. If possible Izuku doesn't want to go, but since Kiyoko had rented a fancy restaurant and even invited his friends, he had no choice but to leave.

When Izuku arrived there, almost all of his friends had already gathered. They immediately congratulated Izuku on his promotion. Seeing the large number of people gathered around, Izuku just smiled while hiding his fatigue.

The party went smoothly, but it didn't take long for it to turn into chaos. No one expected that Daichi would bring alcohol even if Kiyoko strictly prohibited any alcohol at this party. But in the end, a few people were drunk and the party should end soon.

Izuku couldn't help but sigh remembering what he had to go through today.

' What a tiring day '

As he was lost in thought, he felt a presence approaching him. When he turned his head, he could see Todoroki walking towards him.

" as expected you were here "

" Todoroki-san? how do you know I'm here? "

" Don't you always come here when you're had a lot of thought? "

" As expected of my friend, you know me well "

" You want me to kill you "

" I'm kidding "

" By the way, congratulations on becoming an S-rank "

"Don't mention it"

" Why? you seem to not happy about it "

" Not really, so why are you looking for me, I'm sure you're not here just to congratulate me right? "

" you're right, I honestly have a question for you "

" Coincidentally, I also have something I want to tell you. "

" Really, what is that? "

" You go first, mine can wait "

" fine then "

" So, what are you going to ask? "

" It's about your power "

The air between them became cold, Izuku felt a serious atmosphere from the expression that Todoroki made. But despite that, Izuku tried to stay calm.

" how about that? "

" Your power, that is the power that can resurrect the dead, right? "

Izuku was shaken as he heard what Todoroki said. His surprised face disappeared and left only a faint smile. He had expected someone to notice the nature of his strength from the moment he showed his abilities to the public, so he could only smile when his closest friend asked this.

" That's right, I can resurrect the dead back to life "

" Then... does that also apply to humans "

Once again Todoroki looked at Izuku with a serious face. There was a hint of anger in his tone, but Izuku remained calm regardless of how Todoroki reacted.

" Yes "

" Don't tell me you..."

" Yes "

Todoroki was silent, he was surprised to learn that Izuku had once brought humans back to life.

" why? "

Todoroki used emphasis on his voice, urging him to answer. There was anger in his voice but it was understandable.

" Because if I don't do that, we'll both die "

" what do you mean? "

" Do you still remember the red gate incident? "

" yes-... don't tell me... "

Izuku didn't say anything, instead, he summoned one of his shadow soldiers. The figure of a huge knight holding an axe and shield stood beside Izuku.

Todoroki tried to process what was happening before his eyes. The figure of the shadow warrior standing in front of him exudes a strong intimidating aura. Todoroki also felt that the magic energy emanating from him was almost equivalent to the Hunter S-rank. He believed in his judgment ability since he was a mage and he was more sensitive to magic energy, but seeing the figure standing in front of him he didn't want to start doubting his senses.

Realizing Todoroki who was still fixated on looking at Iron Izuku decided to introduce him.

" he's Iron, he's the hunter who died in the red gate incident and his real name is Kurogane "

Iron nodded as Izuku introduced him to Todoroki. Todoroki looked at Iron with puzzled eyes. Despite his clumsy behavior, the pressure Iron exudes is no joke.

Todoroki knew that all the hunters who died in the red gate incident were only C-rank hunters to B-rank at max. But after seeing how much the figure in front of him grew up even after death, he began to doubt his common sense.

" Hey, Izuku how are you... "

" I know you must be wondering, but this is what my power is capable of "

Hearing Izuku's unclear answer, Todoroki glared at him asking for further explanation.

" In short, the stronger I grow, the stronger my army will grow "

" was something like that could happen? "

" but the fact is already before your eyes "

Todoroki had no other choice but to accept Izuku's answer, he once again stared at Iron's figure. He thought that if the army of the dead under Izuku's control was that strong, then it was inconceivable what it would be like if he decided to turn against mankind.

" hey Izuku, don't you feel anything after resurrecting him "

" I'd be lying if I said no. I do feel guilty doing so, I even tried to undo my skills to him, but Iron was determined to keep fighting regardless of his condition. "

" how do you know? "

"All my shadows are connected to me and they can convey what I feel even without direct command. Each of my shadow soldiers has their own consciousness, they retain their personality even after becoming my shadow. "

As if confirming what Izuku said, Iron nodded his head again. Todoroki wasn't sure how to respond, he felt he couldn't fully trust Iron's response, but he doubted Izuku would lie to him, that's how much he trusted Izuku.

In the end, Todoroki decided to believe his words.

"Fine, I believe your words, but I will keep an eye on you. "

"Sure, please take care of me "

" So, what do you want to ask? "

" about that, what do you think of me forming a guild? "

Todoroki was silent again, he looked at Izuku with a look of disbelief.

" Did you hit your head or something? "

" No, why do you think that way? "

" I just thought that you might lose your mind "

" No, and I'm still sane "

" Then why did you think of forming a guild out of nowhere? "

Izuku then recounts what he and Sugimoto talked about the other day. Todoroki who was listening couldn't help but frown as he heard the story.

" Such a thing happened? I think the crazy one is the chairman "

" you really talk as you please, don't you? "

" not really "

" Forget it, so what do you think? "

" Well, it shouldn't matter because it's you, I believe you will be able to take good care of it. "

" Is it because of a friend's trust? "

" Why, do you doubt me? "

" No, just hearing what you said moved me "

Irritated by Izuku's joke, a blue flame formed in Todoroki's hands. Even from a distance, he could still feel the heat.

" I'll kill you "

" Alright, alright, I'll stop "

Todoroki immediately put out the fire, he still looked at Izuku with some annoyance.

" So what are you going to do? "

" I don't know, I think I should think more about it. "

" Yes, think about it before deciding. "

After finishing talking with Todoroki, they separated and went back to their dormitories. Izuku lay on his bed staring blankly at the ceiling. He thought of his conversation with Todoroki. His words somehow lightened a bit of the weight off his shoulders.

He then got up and picked up the document that was on his bedroom desk. The document provided by Sugimoto contains details of the contract for the formation of the guild spearheaded by the bureau chief of the Hunter Association, Matsumoto Shigeo.

The essence of the contract is that Izuku will have the full support of the association and the government in forming his guild as long as Izuku faithfully fulfills his duties as a Japanese Hunter and will always fulfill the call of duty of the association.

Izuku pondered the content of the contract, and although it was clear on Izuku's side, the conditions listed were too binding for him.

' though it looked like they were supporting me, they were trying to tie me up,

no, wait... Is it just the chairman?

Come to think of it since I met him some time ago, he seems to be paying much attention to me, even Goto-san too. Moreover, he also came directly to watch my re-evaluation and directly approached me afterward '

Realizing this fact, Izuku ruffled his hair in annoyance.

" damn why did things turn out like this "

Izuku just breathed a sigh of relief in frustration. He expected to get attention as soon as he revealed his strength, but he didn't expect the scale to be so large.

Just as he was lost in thought, his phone rang suddenly. He immediately took out his phone to see who was calling him.

Izuku had a confused expression as he saw Tsukauchi's name appear on the screen of his phone. Curious, he immediately answered the call from Tsukauchi.

" Hello Tsukauchi-san? "

"Oh! Izuku, it's been a while, how are you?"

" I'm fine, how are you doing? "

" Same here, by the way, congratulations on becoming an S-rank "

" Thank you, so is there something you need Tsukauchi-san? "

" Well, about that, I'll get to the point, are you free tomorrow? "

" I think so... "

" Then can you come to my office? "

" But about what? "

" Just come and you'll know "

" Okay, I'll come "

Tsukauchi then ends their call after Izuku says that. Izuku then put his phone back on the table. Tsukauchi managed to leave Izuku's curiosity behind.

He was curious about what was going to happen, but the feeling soon disappeared when he looked again at the documents lying on his desk.

' huh... I hope it's not something troublesome '

The next morning Izuku went to the police station where Tsukauchi worked. It takes 5 minutes to walk from the train station.

As he arrived, Tsukauchi was already waiting for him in front of the office. Tsukauchi then greeted Izuku as soon as he saw him.

" Izuku... "

" Hello Tsukauchi-san, did I keep you waiting too long? "

" No, I also just arrived. "

" Really? "

" Yes... "

Tsukauchi noticed that Izuku looked a bit tired and had dark circles under his eyes. But he decided to let it slide since Izuku didn't seem to be talking about it.

" So why are you calling me here Tsukauchi-san?"

" About that, we'll talk about it along the way "

" All the way? are we going somewhere?"

" I'll tell you later, let's go. "

" Okay... "

Izuku then followed Tsukauchi towards his car parked not far from them. After driving for 5 minutes, Izuku began to pay attention to where they were going based on the signs he saw along the way.

" Tsukauchi-san, aren't we heading towards the city of Kofu? "

" So you've noticed, honestly there's someone who wants to see you "

Izuku looked at Tsukauchi in confusion, as he recalled he had no one he knew in the city of Kofu, not except for one. He who was curious then asked Tsukauchi, but the answer was again unclear which made Izuku even more curious.

" Who? "

" You'll see "

The two continued the journey for about 10 minutes and came to an old building on the side of the road. The condition of the building is quite poor with partially peeling paint, cracks in the walls, and even a welcome sign that is about to fall.

" Is it here? "

" Yes "

" Does someone who wants to see me live here? "

" yes let's go in "

Izuku followed Tsukauchi from behind, as he knocked on the door. They then opened the door, but they were surprised to see someone lying on the floor with a red liquid pooling underneath.

Tsukauchi immediately approached the person to see his condition. But before he had time to reach the person, the person suddenly stood up and landed his foot on Izuku's face, but he managed to dodge it.

Then the person landed in front of them lightly while staring at them.

" I didn't expect you to successfully avoid it "

" Isn't it too much for just a joke, Gran Torino-san "

" It's fine besides that isn't that kid a Hunter "

Tsukauchi just responded as if it were a normal thing. Only Izuku was confused by this situation. He went back and forth to see Tsukauchi and Grand Torino.

" umm... what happened? "

" well, sorry for the late introduction, this is Grand Torino, the one who wants to see you "

Izuku looked back at Grand Torino, somehow he felt that he knew this person. He tried to look into his memory and when he remembered it, his eyes widened.

" don't tell me... "

" long time no see kid "

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