Chapter 34: Kendou's dilemma

Itsuka Kendou was proud to be a representative of 1B. It meant people in her class were putting their trust on her hands. Unfortunately, her trust in herself was dwindling. First she failed to get past the second round of the tournament, then she just the most useless hero for her goals. Uwabami might have known to how to maintain public image, but she provided zero field experience. What's worse, no one saw this as a problem. Everyone congratulated her being on TV, as if she was a doll for display. Combined with the rumors about Midoriya and herself, the red head didn't know what to do. A message on her phone caught her attention.

Green Devil: Hello, Kendou-san!

Fist of Justice: Hello.

Green Devil: I was thinking, can we may be hang out some time?

Fist of Justice: Are you trying to live up to rumors, Midoriya-kun?

Green Devil: May be, but I mostly want to enlarge my social circle.

Fist of Justice: Really? You don't want to hang out with me just because my quirk?

Green Devil: I also admire your fighting skill. You could probably beat every non mutant from 1A or 1B in a quirkless battle.

Fist of Justice: Gee, thanks. All right, it's not like spending time with you can damage my reputation any further. But don't tell anyone about his, especially Monoma. He'll be complaining for weeks.

Green Devil: What's wrong with your reputation? Everyone adores you.

Fist of Justice: I don't want to talk about it with you.

Green Devil: Then at least talk about it with Hound Dog.

Fist of Justice: Okay. Do you have ideas for our meeting? I don't like sappy, romantic stuff. That's just not my style.

Green Devil: I'll figure something out.

Soon after class president received a message from her 1A colleague.

Goddess of Creation: Hello, Kendou-san.

Fist of Justice: Hello, Yaoyorozu-san.

Goddess of Creation: You can call me Momo or Yaomomo in private.

Fist of Justice: Then you can call me Itsuka.

Goddess of Creation: Itsuka-san, are rumors about you and Midoriya-san true?

Fist of Justice: What if I say "no"?

Goddess of Creation: Then would you be interested in dating me then?

"Here we go again." Red head rolled her eyes.

Fist of Justice: We've known each other for weeks. Why are you asking me right now?

Goddess of Creation: At first I was concerned with my own class. But during my internship I saw you in the TV and then I felt a spark.

Fist of Justice: Look, that wasn't real me. I usually don't dress up in pretty dresses or put on elaborate hairstyles.

Goddess of Creation: In that case, I would like to know the real you. What are you interested in?

Fist of Justice: Karate, black coffee and motorcycles.

Goddess of Creation: Not my usual repertoire, but I can manage. Let me know me know when you are free.

"I definitely need help to deal with this."

After classes Itsuka and Izuku went to arcades (where angry Katsuki was yelling at Deku for being a womanizer). Turns out, red head's fighting skills somehow extended to video games, as she beat everyone's ass there. Their second destination was an amusement park with where they played stupid games to win hero merchandize. Finally, they spend evening at the Takoba beach to watch the sunset.

"This used to be my favorite spot for swimming and relaxation, but over the years the pollution completely ruined the place. I tried contacting local authorities, but they always have quote: pressing issues at the moment." She sighed.

"Perhaps I could remove this garbage for you?"

"Yeah, how?"

"Killer Queen can destroy matter, remember?" Izuku's quirk appeared to wave at the girl. "I think a few months will be enough."

"Really?" She got exited. "You'll do this for me?"

"Of course! Heroes are supposed to help people in need right?"

"This better not get in the way our appointments, Midoriya"

"It won't."

"Thank you!" The girl jumped to hug him, only to realize that it was too embarrassing and jump back.

"Sorry." She scratched her nape.

"No need to apologize." He smiled at her and went to start the cleaning job.

Kendou finished the day with a better opinion of 1A's vice president. Despite him being a supposedly rich guy and a lady killer, he was a sweet and down to earth person.

In sharp contrast to Izuku Midoriya, Momo Yaoyorozu flaunted her wealth like her life depended on it. She arrived with two expensive looking motorcycles (each with a driver) and racer outfit. They completely outclassed the bike Itsuka was saving up money for. Their first stop was a fancy looking coffee shop, featuring all sorts of flavors. Red head could tell that raven hair doesn't like coffee and was only drinking to please her. Kendou had to admit that the product here was indeed top shelf. Then they went to a dojo that was reserved for the day to practice. Yaomomo stood against Kendou on an arena, preparing for a sparring.

"Momo, do you even know how to fight? Without a quirk, I mean."

"A little bit."

"Then what's the point of this? I'll defeat you easily."

"I like to think of this as a learning experience." Yaomomo smiled.

The genius played very passively and defensively. It took the martial artist only a few attempts to bypass the defense and drop her opponent on the floor with a kick to the face.

"Are you done?" She was annoyed.

"No, wait." Momo tried to stand up. "I can keep going." She then fell down again.

"We are done for today." Kendou helped the girl stand up.

They were going back to Itsuka's house in Momo's limo, as she was too tired and sore to sit on a bike. She made some ice in her hand to put it on her face.

"So, did you like our date?"

"Honestly, you were trying way too hard. I get that you're wealthy and want to show off, but you went overboard. My parents might have gotten a heart attack if they saw those bikes, or this car."

"I was simply doing things that you liked."

"But you turned them up to 11. I'd wager that coffee costs an arm and a leg."

"You'd be correct. If that's the issue, I'll turn it down. How expensive is too expensive for you?"

Kendou face palmed. Even though Yaoyorozu was clever, she was definitely out of touch with how regular people live.

"Just let me choose what we do next time, okay?"

"Yes. Before you go I… I need to tell you something."

"I'm listening" Red head raised an eyebrow.

"I'm dating other people already. They are fine with this, of course. I just want to be honest with you."

"Who exactly? I promise not to tell anyone."

"Jirou Kyoka and Mezou Shouji from my class."

"Well, your Vice President wants me as well, so I guess we are even here."

Kendou let out a sigh. It appears the rumors surrounding Midoriya were also applicable to Yaoyorozu. Still, the girl was trying her best, so Itsuka was willing to give her a chance. Plus, she needed time to decide how to handle the dilemma between Izuku and Momo, not to mention working on her self esteem.

Author's note: I'll take a break. Please leave comments!