Of Sins And Salvation
Chapter 2
After finishing classes for the day, Ryuzaki was walking toward the forest as Kyoka called out to him.
" Ryu! Are you going home already? " Kyoka smiled sweetly as Ryuzaki looked toward her and spoke.
" Not quite yet. I have to go hunting first. No money to buy food after all. " Ryuzaki chuckled for a moment before turning toward the forest again. " Nezu got me permission to hunt in the forest. A decent size deer will last me a week so hopefully there are some around here. "
" Ryu... Uhm... " Kyoka fidgeted with her ear jacks for a moment before Ryuzaki chuckled and spoke.
" You can come along if you like. You are welcome to join me for dinner as well. Just make sure to tell your parents. " Ryuzaki sat down as Kyoka shook off her shock and took out her phone before calling home. After a few moments, The call was answered.
" Jiro Residence, May I ask who is calling? "
" Hi mom. It's me... " Kyoka spoke nervously before her mother spoke.
" Oh, Hi sweetheart. Are you okay? "
" I'm fine... I just... I wanted to let you know I will be home late... I am... I'm going hunting with... With... " Kyoka blushed brightly as she struggled with her words before her mother giggled softly.
" That's fine sweety. Should I put dinner aside for you? "
" N... No... Ryu... Ryu is cooking for me... " Kyoka whimpered softly as her mother made a cute noise before speaking.
" Well, Be safe okay? And don't have too much fun. You should save a lot for marriage you know? "
" Mom! " Kyoka groaned as her mother giggled playfully before looking toward Ryuzaki to make sure he hadn't heard. " Mom please don't embarrass me... I really like him okay? "
" Sorry sweety. Just teasing. Go have your dinner date and I will pick you up when you are ready. "
As she ended the call, Kyoka sighed exhaustively before putting her phone back in her pocket and looking toward Ryuzaki, Who was petting a small rabbit. As she walked over, Kyoka heard Ryuzaki talking.
" You are too small for eating little one. Run along now. " Ryuzaki smirked as the rabbit bounded away before standing and looking toward Kyoka. " All set? "
" Yeah. My mom will pick me up later. " Kyoka blushed lightly as Ryuzaki turned to face her.
" Then we best get moving. Hunting is harder at night. " Ryuzaki walked over to Kyoka before picking her up gently as she blushed furiously before stammering loudly.
" R... Ry... Ryu?! Wh... What are you doing?! You can't pick me up out of nowhere like that! " Kyoka fidgeted slightly before Ryuzaki tightened his grip as Infinity activated before exploding toward the forest. After a few minutes, Ryuzaki stopped running and let Kyoka down gently as she blushed brightly and spoke.
" I could have run myself you know! " Kyoka looked irritated but her expression faltered as Ryuzaki glanced toward her.
" Saying you can keep up with me? " Ryuzaki waited as Kyoka wilted slightly before he continued. " Indeed. While it might embarrass you, Carrying you is more efficient. "
" I... I suppose... " Kyoka whimpered before kneeling down and plugging her jacks into the ground. After a moment, She pointed to Ryuzaki's left as she spoke. " There's an animal over there. I can hear it's footsteps. "
" That is quite an excellent Quirk Jiro. Wait here. " Ryuzaki darted through the trees quickly as Kyoka blushed lightly. After a few minutes, Ryuzaki walked back to Kyoka with a deer over his shoulder.
" Ryu... D... Did you... " Kyoka looked terrified as Ryuzaki walked past her as he spoke.
" Can't very well cook it if it's alive can I? " Ryuzaki smirked before turning and walking toward the city as Kyoka looked taken aback before rushing after him. After walking for a while, They arrived at the apartment complex. After a short elevator ride, Ryuzaki led Kyoka down a short hallway before unlocking the door and welcoming her inside. After looking around for a moment, Kyoka watched as Ryuzaki placed the deer on the island counter in the kitchen before speaking. " Can I offer you something to drink Jiro? I made fruit juice yesterday. It is quite sweet though. "
" I... I like sweet things... " Kyoka blushed lightly as Ryuzaki took a jug out of the refrigerator and placed it onto the dining table. After returning to the kitchen to get a set of glasses, Ryuzaki poured a cup and handed it to Kyoka. As she sipped it, Kyoka sighed at the sweet taste of the juice before setting the cup down and speaking softly. " How did you make this? It's so delicious... "
" I found berries in the forest yesterday and my neighbour gave me a bag of apples because they were on sale. I am glad you like it. " Ryuzaki smiled before returning to the counter and taking out a knife. After a few minutes, Kyoka realised what he was doing and gasped loudly as she watched Ryuzaki clear away the unusable parts of the deer into a large bag before cleaning the blood that adorned the counter and floor.
After several minutes of cleaning and sterilising, Ryuzaki cut the portions of meat into small cuts before bagging the pieces he didn't need into the freezer. As he turned around, Kyoka spoke calmly.
" How are you done already... It takes almost an hour on the documentaries I have watched... " Kyoka looked astonished as Ryuzaki looked puzzled for a moment before speaking.
" Really? The longest it ever took was when I first started learning. Took about... Forty five minutes. Are you sure the people in those documentaries are doing it right? " Ryuzaki smiled before once again wiping the counter clean and setting out a cutting board. After removing the sinew, Ryuzaki seared and braised the venison before setting it aside as he spoke. " You picked a perfect night to join me for dinner Jiro. "
" Why is that? " Kyoka looked confused for a moment before Ryuzaki smiled and placed a small box on the counter. In the box was butter, Vegetable oil, Oyster sauce, Soy sauce, A bag of lemons, Limes and oranges, A small bag with fresh garlic and ginger, A bag of peppers, A bunch of green onions and a small container of what appeared to be a spice mix.
" Nezu got me a care package. " Ryuzaki smiled as he unpacked what he needed from each of the products before sorting the rest into the fridge. As he turned around, Kyoka picked up the small container and took off the lid before smelling the spices slowly.
" Togarashi... It smells so fresh... " Kyoka smiled as she handed the container to Ryuzaki as he spoke.
" Nezu left a note saying the vendor made it earlier today. He left this here while we were in class today. Sneaky monkey... " Ryuzaki grinned before mixing the oyster sauce and soy sauce in a large bowl. After setting the bowl aside, Ryuzaki diced the venison into medium sized chunks before placing the meat into the bowl and carefully mixing the meat around so the sauce covered it generously. After tipping the bowl into what appeared to be a bag, Ryuzaki placed the open end of the bag into a small machine that quickly sucked all the air out of the bag, Leaving the marinated meat tightly wrapped.
As Ryuzaki placed the meat aside, Kyoka spoke softly. " Vacuum sealing? Why do that? "
" Speeds up marinating. Otherwise we will be eating dinner during home room tomorrow. And it will be raw. This way, It will marinate enough to be usable. I'll make a better one sometime for your lunch. One that is properly marinated. " Ryuzaki smiled as Kyoka blushed lightly before speaking.
" W... What exactly are you making? " Kyoka watched as Ryuzaki placed the sauce bowl in the sink and filled it with water before getting a clean bowl out and placing a small amount of soy sauce into it along with lemon juice, Lime juice, Orange juice, Garlic, Peppers, Ginger and Togarashi spices as he spoke.
" I am making Venison Tataki with Ponzu. " Ryuzaki smiled before setting the bowl aside as he chuckled and continued. " Well, As nice a one as I can without the proper preparation times. Normally, I would have the meat marinate overnight and the Ponzu sit for at least an hour. That being said, I can't keep you all night so I will make it properly next time. " Ryuzaki smiled as he placed a large pan on the stove before turning it on and pouring oil into the pan.
After a few minutes, The oil began smoking slightly. After taking the meat out of the vacuum sealed bag, Ryuzaki applied a light coating of salt before placing the meat into the pan and searing the chunks on all sides. As it began to caramelise, Ryuzaki added some butter to the pan and stirred it gently. After a few minutes, Ryuzaki set the meat aside and turned off the stove as he spoke.
" The meat needs to cool a bit. Why don't we have a seat and get to know each other more? " Ryuzaki smiled as Kyoka blushed lightly before nodding. After pouring two cups of juice, Ryuzaki and Kyoka sat at the table as Ryuzaki spoke again. " So, Tell me about yourself Jiro. Hobbies? Favourite foods? Who are you on the inside? " Ryuzaki smiled as Kyoka fidgeted with her jacks nervously before speaking.
" Well... Uhm... Well I have a bit of a... Mixed personality. I can be rather blunt, Often unenthusiastic, Pragmatic... And... Well... I tend to tease others a bit. I do actually like to socialise... I just find it hard to handle irritating people. Like Denki. " Kyoka paused as Ryuzaki chuckled softly before continuing. " I really like music. Me and my parents sing all the time. I... I'm sensitive to noise. Especially loud ones. "
" Hence why you didn't like the sound of my speed. " Ryuzaki paused as Kyoka nodded sheepishly before continuing. " I see. I will try to keep such noise to a minimum around you then. There is one thing I am curious about. "
" What might that be? " Kyoka looked curious for a moment before Ryuzaki smiled and spoke.
" You jabbed Denki with your ear jacks during the tests. Does that do something? " Ryuzaki waited as Kyoka blushed brightly before speaking.
" I... I can channel my heartbeat into them, People find it uncomfortable. " Kyoka looked away sadly before Ryuzaki spoke.
" Show me. " Ryuzaki smiled warmly as Kyoka looked shocked before slowly extending one of her jacks and plugging it into Ryuzaki's neck. After a few moments, Kyoka retracted her ear jack as an intrigued look appeared on Ryuzaki's face.
" See? Made you uncomfortable didn't it... " Kyoka wilted slightly as she looked away and sighed before Ryuzaki smiled and spoke softly.
" Hardly. It was rather soothing actually. " Ryuzaki smiled as Kyoka blushed brightly before he continued. " Lately, I have noticed that people around me are nervous of my presence. You can almost dance to the rhythm of the heartbeat they have. But yours, Even though you were nervous to show me your Quirk, Was a soft consistent beat. It was quite relaxing to experience. "
" You... You think it's relaxing... " Kyoka blushed before a small smile played at the corner of her lips as she spoke. " Well... I don't really have a favourite food but my favourite thing to do is listen to rock music. What about you? "
" Well, As you know I was created in a facility. My carer, Shizuka, Carefully cultivated my manners and personality. I am blunt and cannot lie worth a damn. Even if I try to lie, I simply suck at it so I don't waste the energy. The truth is and always has been quicker. I am... Outside what you might consider the norm. I love all things dark and horrific. Yokai, Undead, Horror movies, It's all my thing. I am into a wide variety of music. Both eastern and western. My favourite food is Chicken Katsudon. Pretty much everything else is still hazy but I am remembering little bits at a time. " Ryuzaki smiled as Kyoka giggled softly before excusing himself and standing before walking to the kitchen and taking the meat out of the pan and placing it onto the cutting board.
After slicing the meat thinly and laying it in a set of bowls, Ryuzaki stirred the Ponzu before pouring enough over the meat to barely cover it. After waiting twenty minutes to let the Ponzu finish cooking the meat, Ryuzaki scattered some sliced green onions over the top before placing a bowl in front of Kyoka with a set of chopsticks.
After sitting down and picking up his chopsticks, Ryuzaki spoke softly. " I thank the spirits and mother nature for the bounty that is this meal. " After eating a sliver of meat and savouring the flavours, Ryuzaki noticed that Kyoka was frozen before speaking softly. " You okay over there Jiro? "
" This... " Kyoka blushed lightly as she placed a sliver of meat in her mouth and whimpered softly as the flavours filled her mouth before swallowing and speaking softly. " Ryu... I have never eaten something so delicious... How did you do this... "
" Shizuka taught me many things and what she could not teach me, She learned and then taught me. While I may not be the best at any one thing I do, I am very skilled at each individual thing I do. I am glad you like it. " Ryuzaki smiled as Kyoka looked toward him with disbelief strewn across her face.
" Like it? Ryu, I love this! Even though the marinade was quick and the Ponzu only sat for a little while, It is so delicious. I cannot wait for that lunch. " Kyoka smiled brightly before Ryuzaki nodded. After about thirty minutes, Kyoka's phone rang. After quickly answering and ending the call, Kyoka spoke softly.
" My mom is here Ryu. " Kyoka smiled as Ryuzaki nodded and walked her out. After a short elevator ride, Kyoka and Ryuzaki stepped outside to be greeted by a slender woman with short, Straight, Dark purple hair with bangs that fell to the right of her face. As she stepped forward, Ryuzaki noticed jacks dangling from her ears before she spoke calmly.
" A pleasure to meet you. I am Mika Jiro. Kyoka's mother. " Mika bowed politely as Ryuzaki bowed and spoke.
" I am Ryuzaki Kunihiko. A pleasure to meet you Mrs Jiro. Thank you for allowing your daughter to join me for dinner. Her company was most welcome. " Ryuzaki smiled warmly as he stood straight before Mika spoke softly.
" Oh my... Such wonderful manners. " Mika paused as she leant sideways and spoke in a whisper to Kyoka. " Marry him immediately! " Mika straightened up and smiled warmly as Kyoka blushed furiously before Ryuzaki spoke calmly.
" While I do appreciate the thought, I am not suitable or deserving of someone as wonderful as your daughter. There is much I need to come to terms with and much of myself I still yet dislike. " Ryuzaki bowed sadly as Kyoka bit her lip before walking forward and hugging him tightly as he stood straight while Mika smiled and spoke sweetly.
" There is nothing wrong with knowing that you need time young man. It is quite noble to admit ones failings and work to correct them. That being said, I do hope you will remain close with Kyoka. If only as friends. " Mika smiled brightly as Ryuzaki smiled and nodded while Kyoka blushed brightly before speaking shakily.
" I... I will... See you at school... " Kyoka blushed lightly as she hurried to get into the car as Ryuzaki bowed to Mika one last time before the car pulled away.
As they drove away, Mika spoke softly. " Kyoka, That young man calls you by our family name. Why is that? Do you not let him call you by your first name? "
" I... I don't... Isn't it embarrassing? I mean, I really, Really like him but... I don't know... " Kyoka blushed brightly before sighing softly. " I don't want to rush him. He has so much on his mind mom. "
" So it would seem. But would it not help him? Would it not show you trust him? Would it not make him feel closer to you if you call each other by your first names? " Mika smiled sweetly as Kyoka sighed softly and nodded.
" I will tell him tomorrow. Promise. " Kyoka smiled as Mika reached over and tousled her hair gently.
The Next Day
Ryuzaki was walking through the school gate as Kyoka ran to catch up before calling out.
" Ryu! Good morning! " Kyoka smiled as Ryuzaki turned and smiled before speaking.
" Good morning Jiro. Sleep well? " Ryuzaki smiled as Kyoka nodded happily before Ryuzaki continued. " Would you care to walk with me? "
" I would like that but first... " Kyoka blushed brightly as Ryuzaki waited patiently for her to compose herself before Kyoka took a deep breathe and continued. " Will... Will you call me Kyoka? Please? "
" I would be happy to Kyoka. " Ryuzaki smiled as Kyoka breathed out in relief before blushing lightly and walking beside him to homeroom as they talked while walking.
" Do you think we will have more training today? Maybe we will get it easy and have something boring. " Kyoka giggled as Ryuzaki made an amused noise before speaking.
" Aizawa? Easy or boring? Not a chance. Gonna be training all day long. Guarantee it. " Ryuzaki chuckled as Kyoka smiled warmly before they arrived at homeroom. As they walked in, Aizawa spoke calmly.
" Ryuzaki, Report to Ground Beta. As you missed your entrance exam, Principal Nezu has arranged for a special exam to demonstrate your capabilities. The rest of the class will observe from the monitoring room. " Aizawa grunted disinterestedly before the class walked to Ground Beta. As Ryuzaki walked toward the entrance, Kyoka looked toward him with concern before following the rest of the class to the monitoring room. After entering the training ground, Ryuzaki waited as Aizawa's voice echoed through the area.
" Today your objective is simple. You have one hour to reach the exit. Pro Heroes are roaming the area and will attempt to stop you. Begin. "
" Pros huh... This outta be interesting. " Ryuzaki smirked as Infinity activated and he exploded through the training ground.
As Ryuzaki ran through the training ground, Kyoka spoke to Aizawa sternly. " How is this fair?! Pro heroes?! Are you all insane?! "
" Watch that tone. It was not my decision nor do I care for it. But he will be fine. If he can't av... " Aizawa paused as the class turned to look at the screens in shock as a brutish, Deep voice filled the street.
" They told me that I only had to wander around. To have a proper fight will satiate my need for vengeance boy. You humiliated me on the coast. I will do worse to you. " Endeavour spoke ferociously as flames engulfed him as Ryuzaki spoke.
" Poor matchstick. Did I hurt your precious feelings? " Ryuzaki grinned as Endeavour gritted his teeth and spoke.
" Feel this you brat! " Endeavour raised his arms as flames erupted from his hands, Forming a pillar of scorching flames that quickly engulfed Ryuzaki as the other members of class watched in horror. After a moment, Ryuzaki chuckled softly before speaking.
" Well that was toasty. I almost got a tan. " Ryuzaki smirked as scorched skin flaked away from his face before he exploded forward and slammed a punch into Endeavour's stomach, Sending him spiralling across the area and crashing through the wall of a building as a loud, Over bearing laughter filled the street before a confidence filled voice echoed through the area.
" Your skill is impressive young Kunihiko! But if I am suitable, Allow me to test your strength. " All Might smiled and laughed heartily as a look of irritation crept over Ryuzaki's face before he groaned and spoke angrily.
" Fantastic. First the match stick and now the muscle bound foghorn. Just what I need. " Ryuzaki sighed irritably before a torrent of flames blasted him against the wall of a building as Endeavour dusted himself off and spoke.
" Get lost All Might. This brat is mine. " Endeavour glared toward All Might as he laughed and spoke.
" We should take him together. He is too strong for one alone. " All Might looked back toward Ryuzaki as he stood and growled irritably.
" This is not the time to test my limits. " Ryuzaki looked irritated as Endeavour made a disgusted noise while All Might spoke.
" Agree to disagree. Texas Smash! " All Might threw a punch that caused an explosion of air pressure to slam Ryuzaki through the wall of the building he had hit before as a torrent of flames followed him through the hole. As the flames continued pouring into the building, A loud roar echoed through the training ground before a pillar of black flames exploded through Endeavour's flames and slammed into his chest, Sending him rocketing down the street before slamming into the ground as Ryuzaki stepped out of the building, Engulfed in black flames as a bone rattling voice filled the area.
" Simple creatures. You cannot stop us. We are Daemon. "
" Impertinent brat. Stay down dammit! " Endeavour raised his arms, Sending another pillar of flames toward Ryuzaki, Who didn't so much as glance at Endeavour before exploding toward All Might, Slamming a hard uppercut into his lower jaw, Launching him into the air and soaring across the training ground before landing with a loud thud roughly three hundred metres away. As Endeavour watched All Might, Ryuzaki launched himself into the air before his body density increased. As he was about to connect with Endeavour, Kyoka exploded out of an alleyway and tackled Ryuzaki, Knocking him to the ground as Ryuzaki spoke ferociously.
" You are all nothing! We will break you down to shattered bone and torn flesh! We will devour you! "
" Shut up! You have no right to speak like that! Piss off and give me Ryu back! NOW! " Kyoka looked outraged before Ryuzaki looked taken aback for a moment before the black flames subsided and he fell unconscious as blood slowly seeped from the pores of his skin while tears built up in Kyoka's eyes as she spoke softly. " Stupid Ryu... "
" How pathetic. Can't even contro... " Endeavour froze as Kyoka stood and spoke forcefully.
" Shut your face! You know nothing and have no right to speak ill of him! Piss off you self obsessed shithead! " Kyoka glared defiantly at Endeavour before he growled irritably and stormed off as Kyoka knelt down and tried to wipe the blood off Ryuzaki's face and chest through the torn pieces of shirt.
Five Days Later
" Are you sure Chiyo? His Quirk is that fast? " Nezu spoke calmly as Recovery Girl nodded before speaking.
" If I didn't know any better I would say he is fully recovered. My Quirk is all but unnecessary. I am a little envious to be honest. " Recovery Girl smiled as Nezu chuckled softly before All Might walked in and spoke.
" The boy packs a serious punch. I haven't been punched like that in a long time. " All Might laughed oppressively before Kyoka pulled the curtain back and spoke sternly.
" Will you shut it?! Ryu is sleeping idiot! " Kyoka glared toward All Might irritably before sighing and speaking calmly. " I am sorry for my attitude but between Endeavours overwhelming self indulgence and disrespect and now you with your endless noise and confidence, I am all but at my limit for heroes today. " Kyoka sighed irritably before All Might spoke calmly.
" You showed remarkable control with him. I applau... " All Might froze as Kyoka growled and spoke angrily.
" That is exactly what I mean! You and Endeavour both speak as if he is a mindless beast! Just... Just get out. " Kyoka turned and walked back to Ryuzaki's bedside before sitting down as Nezu spoke firmly.
" She is right. Both you and Endeavour need to rethink your opinions of the boy. He is not mindless nor does he need to be controlled. He simply needs people to stop treating him like an object. I expected better of you All Might. " Nezu looked irritated as All Might sighed before speaking calmly.
" I have chosen my words poorly then. " All Might sighed before walking over to Kyoka and speaking softly. " My apologies young Jiro. I misspoke. You are right, He is more than a mindless object and should be treated like anyone else here. "
" At least one of you is speaking sense. Endeavour is a hotheaded fool with no small amount of arrogance. How do you tolerate him? How does anyone tolerate him? " Kyoka looked disappointed as All Might sighed and spoke.
" To his credit, He does seek justice and wants to outgrow me as a hero. But the way he does such, Is questionable. That being said, You have a keen edge yourself young Jiro. " All Might laughed loudly before realising Kyoka was glaring at him and falling silent before she sighed irritably and spoke.
" I like my edge right where it is thank you. " Kyoka paused before leaning forward and kissing Ryuzaki's head gently. " I will see you when you get better. "
As Kyoka left the room and walked down the hallway, Ryuzaki spoke calmly. " If you want round two, You will be disappointed All Might. "
" I have no desire to fight you young Kunihiko. Despite my curiosity in your abilities, Fighting would not answer the questions that I have for you. If you are willing, I would like to understand your power better. " All Might smiled confidentally but looked taken aback as Ryuzaki stretched slowly and stood before speaking.
" I must politely decline. I am not ready. " Ryuzaki walked past All Might before stopping at the door as All Might spoke.
" If I may... " All Might fell silent as Ryuzaki glanced over his shoulder and spoke calmly.
" With respect, No. You may not. I have my own agenda right now and everything else will wait until I am ready. " Ryuzaki walked out of the room before Nezu chuckled and spoke calmly.
" Would it be odd for me to say that I am proud of the strength he radiates? " Nezu chuckled as Recovery Girl smiled approvingly.
Several Minutes Later
Ryuzaki walked toward the Costume Development Studio but before he could knock, The door exploded and he was hit in the face by something soft and squishy. Before he could react, Ryuzaki heard a stern voice fill the hallway.
" How many times have I told you Mei? Stop blowing holes in my workshop! "
" What holes? It barely scorched the w... " Mei whimpered softly as she blushed brightly before looking down to see her breasts pressed against Ryuzaki's face, Which was adorned with a mixed expression of irritation and exhaustion before rapidly standing and covering her chest defensively as Ryuzaki stood and spoke.
" Thank you. Suffocating in such a manner would have raised a few questions. You are Mei correct? " Ryuzaki smiled warmly before bowing politely as Mei nodded nervously. " Pleasure to meet you. I am Ryuzaki Kunihiko. I need some gear made. "
" Oh! I know you! You are so much nicer to look at in person. Recordings just aren't good enough you know? Come in! Let's talk toys! " Mei smiled radiantly before dragging Ryuzaki into the studio before the first person stormed in and spoke brazenly.
" Mei! I was not finished speaking! "
" Relax Power Loader. I promise to try and not blow things up. Every few minutes. Maybe every half hour. Now... " Mei turned back to Ryuzaki as Power Loader groaned tiredly before Mei continued. " What can I do for you? Costume? Capture weapons? What's your poison? "
" I am not actually sure. I need something that can take a ton of punishment and keep on coming. Capture weapons would be useful but I need an offensive capacity as well. " Ryuzaki waited as Mei hummed for a moment before Power Loader spoke irritably.
" Ask about his Quirk Mei. " Power Loader sighed exhaustively as Mei ignored him and continued.
" I have been looking forward to helping you. Super cute and seriously strong. I'll need to make something special. I'm Mei Hatsume by the way. " Mei thought for a moment before her face lit up and she ran over to a pile of random gadgets in the corner of the room before diving in. After a few minutes, Mei popped up and spoke quickly. " What is your Quirk? "
" Actually I have two. The first is Infinity. Let's me Manipulate, Multiply or change anything about my physical body. The second is called Daemon. When triggered, It takes over and puts Infinity into overdrive. I become really aggressive and lose control of my body. " Ryuzaki sighed slightly before Mei looked confused as she spoke.
" Daemon sounds horrible! But Infinity is definitely in my scope for creation! One sec... " Mei grinned before disappearing into the pile of random gadgets again. After a few minutes, Mei popped out of the pile, Causing a minor landslide of gadgets, Before speaking calmly. " This here is baby number eighty three. It will let me see your muscle fibres and ligaments through your skin. Power up buttercup! "
" Mhm. " Ryuzaki looked exhausted as Power Loader looked toward him and made a hand motion that said " Welcome to my world. " Before Ryuzaki activated Infinity, Causing Mei to squeal happily and speak with excitement.
" Wow! That looks excruciatingly painful! How exciting! " Mei squealed happily before rushing to a set of shelves as Ryuzaki glanced toward Power Loader again, Who simply nodded knowingly before turning back to his work as Ryuzaki sighed softly. After a moment, Mei ran over and pulled him toward a workbench similar to Power Loader's. After a moment of unrolling a large blueprint, Mei spoke excitedly. " Firstly, How do you feel about armour? "
" I won't wear the gorilla suit in the corner if that's what you are asking. " Ryuzaki smirked as Power Loader snorted amusingly before Mei huffed slightly.
" Hardly. I would make something that is unique to you. I was thinking of using this metal I have been fiddling with. It is called Amorphous Metal. It might look weak but it takes impact better than most modern armour. It also has electronic properties. I am thinking, Lightweight powered armour. Amorphous Metal as the external armouring and parts of the internal power source components, Should help streamline your Quirk. " Mei smiled expectantly and hummed as Ryuzaki spoke.
" Sounds excellent. It will need a flexible internal layer that can disperse some impact. " Ryuzaki smirked as Mei lit up again.
" If I use carbon based fibres and fuse it with a lightweight alloy, I can make a material similar to the capture weapon that Aizawa-sensei uses. It should have a massive amount of tensile strength and durability but it should also let you move freely. I'll add some padding and a soft inner layer so it will be comfy too. " Mei smiled happily as Ryuzaki thought for a moment.
" Add a mask that can filter airborne pathogens and the like. I would rather not see stars when I am trying to breathe. " Ryuzaki looked toward Mei and sighed as she stared at him happily with an expectant twinkle in her eyes. " Fine. You can be creative but don't go overboard. Light, Sturdy, No gorilla suit. "
" Got it. Promise, I will be a good girl and make what you want. Now shoo! I feel creativity flowing! " Mei giggled happily and ushered Ryuzaki away before walking back to her workbench as Power Loader sighed and waved toward Ryuzaki in a way that said her attention was elsewhere before Ryuzaki smirked and left the studio.
The Next Day
Kyoka was walking through the school gate before noticing that Ochaco and Midoriya were sitting next to the corner of the building. As Kyoka walked over, She heard Ryuzaki talking.
" Damn this is hard... " Ryuzaki shook his head lightly before breathing slowly. " Control... " Ryuzaki continued breathing for a few moments before his hair erupted into black flames and his voice changed to a bone rattling deep voice. " Control. She must not be at risk because of us. We are not a monster. "
As tears built up in Kyoka's eyes, Ochaco made cute noises before gasping as Ryuzaki's blood starting glowing softly. After a few moments, The black flames dissipated as Ryuzaki shook his head gently and spoke.
" Wow... That is exhausting. Damn worth it though if I can avoid hurting her. " Ryuzaki stretched slowly before turning to see Kyoka crying softly and looking toward him as she blushed before running toward the school as Ochaco looked toward Ryuzaki with a concerned look.
After walking around, Ryuzaki walked to the school roof to see Kyoka sitting with her knees against her chest. As he opened the door, Kyoka spoke softly.
" Why... " Kyoka tilted her head slightly before continuing as she continued. " Why do you go to so much trouble for me? Who so much effort for me? "
" Because that's how much you mean to me. You are important to me Kyoka. I don't quite know why I need to keep you safe from my power but I do. " Ryuzaki smiled as he placed a hand on Kyoka's shoulder gently.
" I just... It means so much that you care. I mean, It's not like I feel vulnerable but... " Kyoka groaned softly before hiding her face in her arms as Ryuzaki chuckled and spoke.
" You don't have to figure it all out right now Kyoka. " Ryuzaki smiled before walking back inside the school as Kyoka sighed loudly.
Chapter 2
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