Chapter 46: Round One: Izuku's and Kendo's first date!
A commanding voice boomed from the doorway, "I refuse to let you leave my household!" Kenji Kendo, Itsuka's father, sat defiantly, his strong jawline and small nose a picture of determination. His short, spiky ginger hair and warm brown eyes seemed to blaze with a fierce protectiveness. He blocked the exit, his arms crossed, preventing Itsuka from escaping.
Itsuka, dressed in a light-coloured sweater, dark shorts, and comfortable high tops, with a small black handbag slung over her shoulder, glared at her father. "Dad, get out of the way," she said, her eye twitching in irritation.
Kenji's voice rose, "You're all dressed up, and I can smell perfume! My worst fears have been realized - you're meeting a boy!" He accused, his arms still crossed.
Itsuka snorted, "Hmph. So what if I am? Now move, I'm going to be late!" She tried to push past him, but Kenji pushed her back, sitting firmly between her and the door.
Itsuka blew a stray hair from her eye, exasperated. "No! You're my daughter, and I won't let you get defiled by some green-haired boy!" Kenji exclaimed.
Itsuka's face flushed, "D-Defiled... Oh my god! Izuku is not like that, can you please move?" But Kenji shook his head vigorously.
Mei-Ling, Itsuka's mother, intervened, her long ginger hair and bright teal eyes a calming presence. "Oh, Kenji, let our daughter go. She's old enough to make her own decisions."
But Kenji continued, "He hasn't met me or your mother to get our approval! He's not worthy of our family's tradition!"
Itsuka sighed, "Please convince this nutcase you call your husband." Mei-Ling smiled softly, "Kenji, dear, you're being unreasonable."
Kenji accused, "See? My beautiful daughter has been tainted by that Midoriya boy!"
Mei-Ling soothed, "Kenji, dear, that's not fair. You're jumping to conclusions."
But Kenji ranted on, "What about tradition? The Kendo family has carried on the tradition of yobai, where suitors must fight for a girl's hand! I had to fight your father, and he nearly killed me! I just want to pass on that tradition... and ensure our family's honor is protected."
As Kenji continued, Itsuka slipped back into her room, jumped out the window, and ran off, waving goodbye. "Bye, I'll be back!"
"I want to meet him!" Kenji yelled after her, his voice echoing through the neighbourhood. "And when I do, he'll face the full force of the Kendo family's wrath! And if you don't bring him to me within a week, you'll be grounded for a month, no phone, no friends, no freedom!"
Itsuka yelled back, "You can't ground me, I live in the dorms! And besides, Izuku's not afraid of you!" She disappeared into the distance, leaving Kenji fuming.
"Doesn't she live in the dorms?" Mei-Ling asked her husband, who responded by shouting at the top of his lungs.
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The sun cast a warm glow over the bustling train station, illuminating the crowded platforms and ticking departure boards. The sound of trains rumbling in and out of the station created a constant hum of activity.
Izuku paced nervously on the platform, his eyes fixed on the clock tower in the distance, its hands inching closer to 2 pm. His heart racing and hands sweaty, he muttered to himself, "Okay, Izuku, you got this, I've fought Stain, taken down a being made to kill All Might, exposed a corrupt school, beat Bakugou and Todoroki... how hard can one date be? Y-Yeah, this should be a walk in the park. Yep. I totally got this. Yes. Absolutely. Uh-huh!"
As he continued to psych himself up, his palms grew increasingly sweaty. "Oh, God, what if she hates what I'm wearing?! Is my hair too curly? Crap, my palms are really sweaty... What if she thinks I'm a total dork?!"
Lost in his own thoughts, Izuku didn't notice Itsuka's approaching footsteps. "You are a total dork," she said with a smile, her voice interrupting his panicked monologue.
Izuku turned around, realizing he had been talking out loud, and his eyes widened as he took in Itsuka's appearance. She wore a light-coloured sweater, her usual ponytail tied up with a bow, accompanied by high tops and black shorts. The sight of her left him speechless.
Itsuka blushed, trying to maintain her tough girl act as she shyly looked away. "How do I look?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
Izuku struggled to respond, his eyes fixed on Itsuka's face, which showed a hint of a blush. "Wh...Hu...Bu..." he stuttered, his mind going blank.
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Itsuka blushed, a hint of a smile on her face. "Stuttering and unable to respond, I must look pretty great, huh?" She said with a sheepish grin, trying to play off her nervousness.
Izuku shook his head, trying to compose himself, his eyes fixed on Itsuka's face. He wore a green long-sleeve shirt under a short-sleeve dark green button-up shirt with a pocket on his right, paired with brown cargo pants and his usual red sneakers. His unruly dark green hair added to his dishevelled look. "Y-You look incredible, I mean, you always look incredible! It's just... you don't look girly, but you still look like you, and I really like it."
Itsuka's gaze swept over Izuku, taking in his outfit, before responding, her voice laced with amusement. "You don't look too bad yourself."
Izuku's face flushed red as he looked away, his eyes darting nervously. Itsuka coughed, trying to break the moment. "S-So, where's our first destination?"
Izuku composed himself, launching into a rapid-fire explanation. "Okaywe're going to goingtothecoffeeshopwhichwill probablytakeanhouror so, so it's now 1400 hours..."
Itsuka's eyes widened, a nervous smile on her face as she patted his head. "C'mon, let's go. We don't have all day."
As they walked to the train station, Izuku mentioned their destination. "We're going to take the train to Amagasaki."
"Amagasaki?" Itsuka repeated curiosity in her voice. "Why there?"
Izuku hesitated, his eyes darting nervously. "W-Well, I kinda have the day planned, and... it's my first time planning a date, so I kinda want it to be a surprise."
Itsuka teased him, her eyes sparkling. "A surprise, huh? Oh, come on, can't you just tell me?"
As they entered the train, Izuku's nerves began to settle, replaced by excitement. "N-No way! You'll just have to wait and see."
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Itsuka playfully rolled her eyes, a smile on her face. "Fine, but you're building up-Ah!" Itsuka began when suddenly the train swayed, forcing the two into unexpected physical contact. The two, with their arms pressed against each other, turned to each other, their faces inches apart. Itsuka's cheeks flushed a deep pink as she quickly turned away, her eyes darting downward.
At the next stop, the afternoon rush hour packed the train with more people, forcing the two to be pressed even closer. "Guh dang it!" Izuku said, his face reddening as he tried to apologize, but ended up with his chest pressed against Itsuka's back, pinning her to the window. Itsuka's shoulders tensed, her hands fluttering up to press against the glass as she felt Izuku's warm breath on her neck.
"I-Izuku..." Itsuka thought, her mind racing with the sudden intimacy, her heart racing in her chest.
"Dammit, I didn't think about rush hour..." Izuku began to berate himself, his eyes fixed on the back of Itsuka's head, his face burning with embarrassment.
Itsuka's body language screamed discomfort, her shoulders hunched, her hands clenched into fists as she pressed against the window. Izuku, sensing her tension, tried to shift back, but the crowded train wouldn't budge.
Itsuka began to panic, and Izuku could sense her racing heartbeat. "He's so close! This is bad! At this distance, I can feel his breath." She closed her eyes, trying her best to calm her racing heart, her chest rising and falling with rapid breaths. "God, why am I trembling!"
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Itsuka's skin prickled with sweat, and she became acutely aware of her perspiration. "Ugh, I'm sweating... Please tell me I smell okay," she thought, her anxiety spiking.
As the train rumbled on, she wondered if Izuku could detect her scent. "Maybe he can't smell me... but..." But then she caught a whiff of his aroma. "Izuku's scent..." She unconsciously took a deeper sniff, and Izuku's face flushed with embarrassment.
Itsuka's closed her eyes in mortification. "I can't believe I did that... God!" she thought, her face burning with shame.
Izuku, feeling overwhelmed, began to panic as the tension between them built. The train swayed again, forcing them to embrace. As their bodies pressed together, Izuku felt Itsuka's softness envelop him.
Her breasts, gentle and yielding, moulded to his chest, sending shivers down his spine. He could feel the warmth of her skin, the gentle curve of her hips, and the softness of her belly.
"Ah... She's so soft... I-I have sparred with Itsuka before, relax Izuku, relax, no big deal," he thought, trying to calm himself. But he couldn't deny the sensation of her body against his, the way her curves fit perfectly against his own.
He glanced at her face as she took some breaths as he could feel her body temperature slowly rising." She's way too cute...!" Izuku exclaimed in his mind
As the train continued moving, he could feel her breathing, her chest rising and falling against his. Her face tilted upwards, her eyes locked onto his, and her lips parted slightly as if inviting him closer. Her expression was one of dreamy abandon, her eyes heavy-lidded and her features soft with desire.
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"She looks so vulnerable..." Izuku thought, his body instinctively leaning in closer. "S-She smells incredible... And she's way too cute!" The tension between them intensified, their bodies pressed together in the compact train.
As they gazed into each other's eyes, Izuku's heart raced, and his hands trembled slightly. Itsuka's eyelids fluttered, her lips parting invitingly. They both leaned in, their faces inches apart, their bodies slightly turned to accommodate the narrow space.
Izuku's lips almost brushed against Itsuka's, his entire body tense with anticipation. Itsuka's chest rose and fell rapidly, her breathing shallow. Just as their lips were about to touch, the train screeched to a halt, the doors hissing open with a loud burst of air.
Their lips stopped inches apart, their hearts pounding wildly. Izuku could feel Itsuka's pulse racing against his chest, her body pressed against the window. Their eyes remained locked in the position Izuku's head slightly to the left with Itsuka's lips apart. Her pressed against the window, and bodies awfully close.
"Izuku..." Itsuka whispered, her voice barely audible.
"Yeah..." Izuku replied, his voice low and husky, his eyes still locked onto hers.
As the other passengers began to leave, Izuku lingered, his body still close to Itsuka's. "We... Should go..." Itsuka said finally, her voice a little stronger.
"Yeah..." Izuku replied, his voice barely above a whisper. He could still feel her heart pounding against his chest, their bodies inches apart. Her breath caressed his lips, their mouths almost touching, the sensation sending shivers down his spine.
For a few seconds, they remained frozen, the only sound of the murmur of passengers exiting the train.
"Izuku, you haven't moved..." Itsuka whispered, her voice laced with a hint of nervousness.
"I... I don't really want to," Izuku admitted, his voice low and husky.
As he spoke, he felt Itsuka's heart accelerate, her pulse racing against his chest. Her eyes sparkled with a mix of excitement and fear, her lips parting slightly.
Emboldened, Izuku leaned in further, his lips brushing against hers. But just as their mouths were about to touch, Itsuka's hands fluttered up, gently pushing him away.
Her touch was hesitant, her fingers trembling slightly as she broke each other apart. Her eyes darted up to meet Izuku's, a flash of longing before she looked away, her face flushing with a deep red hue.
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As they exited the train, Itsuka couldn't bear to face Izuku, her emotions still reeling from their almost-kiss. "I need to use the restroom. You don't mind waiting here?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
Izuku hesitated, "O-Oh, uh, sure. I'll wait here."
Once inside the restroom, Itsuka clasped her hand over her mouth, covering it with both hands, her chest heaving with excitement. Her cheeks were heavily flushed with a bright pink hue.
Her legs felt weak, and she slid to the ground, her eyes wide with shock. Her handbag fell to the floor as she struggled to process what had just happened.
"He... almost kissed me," she whispered, her mind racing with the memory of Izuku's lips brushing against hers. "We were... so close." Itsuka could hardly believe it, her heart still pounding in her chest.
She took a few deep breaths, trying to compose herself, but her body betrayed her. Her hands trembled, and her breaths came in short gasps. "God... he... almost..." she stammered, her voice barely audible.
Itsuka's face felt flushed, her skin burning with excitement. She tried to stand, but her legs wobbled beneath her. She grasped the sink, holding herself up as she stared at her reflection.
Itsuka gazed at her reflection, her face a deep shade of red, a testament to her flustered state. "God, if he's going to make me this flustered all day..." she whispered, the thought sending a shiver down her spine, leaving her feeling weak in the knees.
As she struggled to compose herself, her mind raced with questions. "He tried kissing me... Does he... Feel the same way about me...?" The possibility filled her with happiness, yet simultaneously, a crushing guilt weighed her down. She thought of the other girls who liked Izuku and how dating him could hurt them.
Itsuka's thoughts swirled with uncertainty. "Does he like me because I confessed?" She slapped her hand against her forehead, trying to shake off the doubts. "No. Right now, it's just me and Izuku. Whatever happens, happens."
Taking a deep breath, she smiled, her resolve strengthening. "I can't deny my feelings. Today is just going to be about me and him." With renewed determination, she got to her feet, her heart still racing with excitement.
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Izuku wasn't doing any better as he clutched his head."God, what was I thinking?! I can't believe I did that! She's probably mad at..." He then mind raced back to the sports festival where they shared the first kiss, his face turning red, as he recalled her confession."I mean, she likes me... I guess..." He then remembered that she asked him not to express his own.
"Why did she not want me to give my answer? She said she didn't want someone to get hurt. Did she think I'd reject her? Who in the right mind would reject her? She's strong, smart, and super confident her leadership skills are amazing. To think someone like her like me?" Izuku thought as he thought."Do I like her? I can't stop thinking about her, I hated that we were in different classes, and when I see her, I feel so much better..."
"But that's how I feel with the other girls, so I can't be in love with her, I can't be in love with multiple people that wouldn't make any sense... They are just really good friends." Izuku thought his face, turning red."Guh! I just wish I knew why she asked me not to say my feelings!"
Izuku sat on the bench, head down, still reeling from their almost-kiss. Itsuka tapped him on the forehead, holding two bold red cans with silver accents, evoking O'Clock's iconic suit. Her bright smile faltered for a moment, but she quickly recovered.
"Here we are," Izuku said, smiling as Itsuka's eyes widened in surprise at the neon sign reading "Jedi Heroic Brew."
"Izuku, how did you...?" Itsuka asked, her voice trailing off as she gazed at the coffee shop in wonder.
As they pushed open the door, a warm aroma of freshly brewed coffee enveloped them, and the soft hum of conversation filled the air. The interior of Jedi Heroic Brew was cozy and modern, with sleek black tables and chairs and neon lights that cast a futuristic glow. The walls were adorned with vibrant murals of heroes in action, adding a pop of colour to the otherwise minimalist decor.
They passed by a group of teenagers, one of whom was being berated by a brown-haired boy with piercing eyes. The tall, well-built victim had a buzzed haircut and was bleeding from his forehead.
Izuku and Itsuka made their way through the bustling coffee shop, passing by a group of teenagers gathered around a large table, laptops and books scattered before them. They walked up to the barista, Camie, who was busy steaming milk with a flourish. Camie was a young woman with a curvaceous figure, wearing a black Jedi Heroic Brew t-shirt, a brown apron, and a name tag that read "Camie" in bold letters. Her straight light brown hair reached just below her shoulders, and her bright brown eyes sparkled with warmth.
Izuku handed her the voucher, saying, "VIP Access: Jedi Knight."
Camie's eyes widened in shock. "Yooo, what's good fam?! This voucher is straight fire! You must be someone special to get this hookup."
Itsuka looked at the voucher and gave Izuku a curious glance, but Izuku just smiled. "Oh, uhm, sense Yagi gave it to me."
Itsuka's only fluttered as Izuku looked sheepish.
Camie studied him. "Hold up, you look hella familiar. Have I seen you somewhere?" Izuku and Itsuka exchanged a glance, Izuku blushed he really didn't want attention, so he stuttted some incoherent nonsense.
Camie continued, "Aight, aight, it'll come to me. Let me get you two set up. Follow me, and I'll give you the VIP treatment, 'kay?"
Camie led them through a doorway marked "Hero's Lounge," down a short corridor lined with framed photos of heroes, and into a cozy reserved area with a stunning view of the city skyline.
The room was filled with plush couches and armchairs and a large wooden table that seemed to be made from a single piece of polished wood. A floor-to-ceiling window offered a breathtaking panorama of the city below.
"This is our 'Hero's Lounge', usually reserved for special guests and VIPs. You'll get to enjoy our signature drinks and pastries, on the house, you feel?" Camie said with a smile, gesturing to the spread before them.
Izuku and Itsuka exchanged a look, both of them impressed by the luxurious setup. They sat down on one of the couches, and Camie began to take their orders. As they waited for their drinks to arrive, they chatted and enjoyed the view, feeling like true VIPs.
Camie handed them a menu, and Itsuka's eyes lit up as she scanned the options. "Ooh, this looks amazing!" she exclaimed.
"I'll leave you two alone, aight? Just hit me up when you're ready to order, 'kay?" Camie said with a smile, giving a slight bow before heading back to the main area of the coffee shop. As she was walking, she glanced back at Izuku.
"This dude looks hella familiar, I'm tellin' ya... I coulda sworn I've seen him somewhere before, like, for real," Camie thought to herself, her brow furrowed in concentration as she tried to place Izuku's face.
Itsuka's eyes sparkled with delight. "Izuku, this is amazing! I've always wanted to come here. You really know how to treat a girl, huh?" She teased, her gaze shining with excitement.
Izuku looked sheepish, rubbing the back of his head. "I just thought it would be a pretty cool place, that's all."
Itsuka beamed as she scanned the menu. "So, what are you getting?"
Izuku cupped his chin thoughtfully. "I'm not really sure... The All Might's Power Punch espresso sounds pretty good."
Itsuka raised an eyebrow, a deadpanned expression with a hint of a smile. "Don't look at me like that. You shouldn't be surprised, you know me, Itsuka!" Izuku exclaimed.
Itsuka sighed, shaking her head in amusement. "I do know you, Izuku."
She suggested, "I think you might like Best Jeanist's Fashionable Flaky Croissants." But Izuku quickly raised his menu like a shield, and she sighed in exasperation. "How about All Might's Power Puffs?"
Izuku lowered his menu, intrigued. "You have my attention."
Itsuka thought to herself, God, you're adorable, shaking her head from side to side.
"Okay, I think I'm gonna have the Kamehameha Cream puff... And oh, they have meat buns!" Itsuka said excitedly.
"Wait, really? Cool," Izuku replied.
"Yeah, I think I'm gonna have Endeavor's Blazing Beef Buns," Itsuka said.
Izuku nodded, "Mhm... I'll have Hawks' Winged Wonders."
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Camie sat at the counter, scrolling through her phone. "Where have I seen him before, tho?"
Just then, she heard footsteps and looked up to see her classmates, Nagamasa Mora, Inasa Yoarashi, and Seiji, approaching her.
"Hey Camie!" Inasa said.
Camie waved her hand, shooing them away. "Shh, I'm tryin' to think, fam. I'm tryin' to figure somethin' out."
Inasa said, "You still on shift, Camie? Maybe we can help you out."
Camie replied, "I'm tryin' to remember this customer, 'kay? He had green, unruly hair, freckles like diamonds, and was kinda cute... came in with a girl with orange hair and teal eyes."
Nagamasa, Inasa, and Seiji exchanged curious glances, and then their eyes widened in realization.
Seiji's eyes lit up. "I think I know who that might be..."
He quickly pulled out his phone and searched for a moment before showing Camie a picture of Izuku wearing the gold medal from the Sports Festival.
Camie's eyes shot open. "Yeah, that's totally him! Holy crap, I just met the guy who beat Stain, fam!"
Seji nodded before he began to walk like he owned the place to Izuku's and Itsuka's VIP table, Camie however stopped him in his tracks.
"Hold up, what you doin' fam?" Camie asked, crossing her arms disapprovingly.
"I'm going to introduce ourselves and set things straight. Midoriya is a wildcard for the upcoming licensing exam, and we need to know what we're up against. He's got potential, but he's clearly been coddled by U.A. - fighting Stain without a license? Unacceptable. I'll make sure he knows the proper way to handle himself."
Camie stopped him again. "Nah, ain't happening, fam."
Seji's expression turned incredulous. "You can't be serious. Midoriya's reckless behaviour is a liability, and his lack of a hero license makes it even more egregious. U.A.'s leniency is unacceptable, and I'll make sure he understands the gravity of his actions and the importance of adhering to protocol."
Mora spoke up, "Seji, come on, man. You can't just barge in there and start lecturing him like he's some kind of rookie."
Seji scoffed, "Ruin their date? Please, I'm doing them a favour. They need to know how the real world works, and I'm the one to show them. U.A.'s free-form teaching style is a joke - it's no wonder their students are so undisciplined."
Camie rolled her eyes as sarcasm dripped out, "And I'm sure they're just dying to hear your two cents, Seji. Like, who wouldn't want to hear from the great Seji, am I right?"
Inasa said enthusiastically, "I want to meet Midoriya. He seems like a fun guy!" as he began walking, only to be stopped again.
Camie said, "Look, I get it. You guys are curious, but it's not like he's gonna spill his secrets to you. And honestly, I'm more worried about the guy who blew up three stadiums than you three, ya feel?"
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The three felt a sting to their pride as Camie's name tag signalled her departure. "Oh, and it seems I'm being called away, bye, boo! Don't miss me too much," she said with a hint of sass.
"Wait," Seiji said, his voice stopping Camie in her tracks. Camie turned back to face him, raising an eyebrow.
"Hold up, what's the real deal, Seiji?" she asked, her tone sceptical.
Seiji suggested, "Use your feminine charms to get information out of him. It's plain to see he gets easily flustered, especially during the sports festival."
Camie gave him a disapproving look. "Nah, I'm good, boo. Ain't tryna steal no one's bae, that's just extra."
Shaking her head, Camie walked away from the ridiculous idea and made her way to the two teenagers, leaving Seiji's suggestion behind.
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Itsuka looked puzzled at the menu. "I don't get why they call this place Jedi Heroic Brew. I've never heard of 'Jedi' before. And what's with these names - 'Tatooine Sunrise', 'Jedi's Jolt', and 'Dark Side Eclipse'?"
Izuku chuckled. "I think the owner is a big Star Wars fan."
Itsuka's confusion deepened. "Star Wars? What's that?"
Izuku explained, "It's an old franchise from before the Quirk era. Most people don't know about it, but some places still draw inspiration from it."
Itsuka asked, "But how do you know about it?"
Izuku shared, "My dad was a huge fan. He passed down his collection to me, and I'm supposed to share it with my future kids. He even told me to quote a famous line: 'No, I am your Father!'"
Itsuka laughed, then wondered aloud, "What's up with parents and traditions?"
Izuku smiled. "I think it's about sharing experiences and feeling connected. Like with Star Wars - it feels like home."
Itsuka teased, "Some traditions are stupid, like mine, which would require you beating up my dad, just so I could go on this date."
Izuku's eyes widened. "Wait, really?!"
Camie arrived to take their order. "What's good, fam? Ready to order?"
"Yeah, I'll have the Kamehameha Cream puff with one Endeavor's Blazing Beef Buns, and uh... I'll have the Dark Side Eclipse," Itsuka said, still looking excited to try the food.
Camie nodded. "Sick choices! You're gonna love that Dark Side Eclipse. It's straight fire! And, you know, May the brew be with you, young lady..."
Itsuka furrowed her brow, confusion etched on her face, while Izuku's eyes lit up with excitement.
"Uh, what does that mean?" Itsuka asked, her voice tinged with embarrassment.
Camie chuckled, "No idea, fam! Just a lil' sonething we kinda have to say."
Camie turned to Izuku, her eyes sparkling with amusement. "What's good, dude? What can I get ya?"
"Oh, uhm, I'll have the All Might's Power Punch espresso, with All Might's Power Puffs and Hawks' Winged Wonders," Izuku said.
Camie nodded, her pen scribbling down the order. "Sick choice. Got it! Will that be all?"
The two nodded in unison.
"Aight, your order'll be out in a hot sec," Camie said, sauntering away with a bounce in her step.
Itsuka's gaze wandered to the dartboard, her eyes narrowing in challenge.
"Hey, while we wait for our order, a little friendly competition?" she asked, with a mischievous grin.
Izuku gazed at the dartboard, grinning confidently. The two friends stood up, eager to start their game. "Okay, watch and learn, Izuku! Watch and learn!" Itsuka exclaimed, tossing her dart with a smooth, underhand motion. The dart soared through the air, landing with a satisfying thunk in the triple 20 section of the board. "Whoo hoo! And that's how you get a high score!" Itsuka celebrated, jumping up and down.
Izuku smiled, focusing intently on the board. "Okay, pretty good, but I have a feeling mine's gonna win!" He took a deep breath, grasping his dart between his thumb and index finger. With a swift, overhand motion, he threw the dart... but it veered off course, landing with a sad clunk in the outer rim of the board, scoring a mere 2 points.
A moment of silence followed before Itsuka burst into laughter, trying to stifle her giggles by covering her mouth. "Pfft... Sorry..." she managed to choke out, patting Izuku's back in a failed attempt to comfort him. "Pretty... Good." She said as her body shook from trying not to burst into laughter.
Izuku's face turned bright red with embarrassment as he watched Itsuka struggle to contain her laughter.
Undeterred, Itsuka took her next turn, tossing her dart with a graceful, spinning motion. It landed with precision in the bullseye, scoring a perfect 50 points.
"C'mon, Izuku, you got this. That was totally embarrassing!" Izuku thought, recalling Itsuka's words as she managed to stop her laughter.
Izuku inhaled deeply.
"Imagine yourself as Diamondhead," Izuku thought to himself.
He pictured himself as the crystal alien, his body morphing into a being with sharp, edged shapes. Focusing his energy, he tossed his next dart.
This time, it flew straight and true, landing squarely in the centre of the triple 20 section, scoring a perfect 60 points. Izuku smiled as Itsuka looked surprised before she grinned.
"Alright, alright, I'm still winning Izuku. Don't get ahead yourself."
"Alright, alright, I'm still winning, Izuku, don't get ahead of yourself," Itsuka said with a grin, tossing her next dart with a smooth motion. It landed with a satisfying thunk, scoring an average of 20 points.
The two friends continued their game, exchanging turns and banter, each trying to outdo the other. Over the next three rounds, Izuku managed to score impressively, with two perfect scores and a high score in the third round. Itsuka, however, refused to give up, determined to catch up.
Just as they were about to start their next round, Camie arrived with their food. "What's up, fam? Here's your order!" she said, setting down a tray with Izuku's All Might Power Punch espresso, All Might Power Puffs, and Hawks' Winged Wonders, alongside Itsuka's Kamehameha Cream puff, Endeavor's Blazing Beef Buns, and Dark Side Eclipse.
Izuku and Itsuka paused their game, digging into their meals and discussing the current state of their competition. "Alright, let's tally up the scores," Izuku said, his eyes sparkling with excitement.
Itsuka nodded, a confident smile on her face. "I'm still in the lead, I can feel it."
The two friends counted up their points, and after a few moments of calculation, Izuku announced, "I've got 222 points!"
Itsuka smiled, "And I've got 240 points. Guess I won!"
Izuku chuckled, cream from his All Might Power Puffs on his face, "Congrats, you got me this time! My two perfect scores weren't enough to catch up, though next time I'm gonna beat you."
Itsuka stuck out her tongue, "Please, I could beat you with my eyes closed."
Izuku grinned, "Nuh-uh, I got perfect scores in the majority of the rounds!"
Itsuka chuckled, "I'm sorry, but last I checked, didn't you get a whopping two points in our first round?"
Izuku's face burned with embarrassment, but he tried to save face, "T-That was just a bad throw!"
Itsuka teased, "Excuses, excuses."
As they bantered, they shared the meat buns, Izuku taking a bite of hers first. His eyes widened in surprise at the spiciness, and Itsuka giggled at his expression.
As Izuku reached for his coffee, he couldn't help but make a face at the lingering heat. Itsuka burst out laughing, her laughter infectious.
When she took a bite of the spicy bun, her eyes widened in shock, and Izuku's face contorted in an effort to hold back his laughter. He bit his lip, his shoulders shaking with suppressed mirth, and his eyes watering with the effort.
Itsuka's face turned red, and she started to sweat, but she couldn't help smiling at Izuku's struggling expression. He finally let out a snort, and then another, before bursting out laughing. Itsuka joined in, their laughter mingling together in a joyful sound.
As they finished their meals, Izuku and Itsuka called over Camie to pay for their meals.
"I'll pay," they said in unison, their eyes locking in a playful stare.
Camie's voice interrupted the moment, "Just a sec."
Itsuka's firm tone took centre stage, "Izuku, I'm paying. My order was more expensive, it's only fair."
Izuku countered with equal conviction, "No way, I asked you out, I'm paying."
"Oh, so you think you're supposed to pay just because you're the guy?" Itsuka teased, her arms crossing in a playful challenge.
Izuku's smile never wavered, "No, because I asked you out and suggested this place. It's only right."
Camie's interruption was a gentle breeze that soothed the tension, "You know the voucher hooks you up with everything for free, right?"
Their faces flushed in unison, embarrassed grins spreading across their faces. "O-Oh right," Izuku stammered, his blush deepening.
Itsuka's laughter was music to Izuku's ears, "Totally forgot about that."
The two left, thanking Camie for her services. "Yo, hold up a minute!" Camie said, jogging over with a tablet. "Can you guys hook me up with a review? A good one from the Dekiru 10 would be a major help, for real!"
Izuku chuckled and took the tablet, typing out a glowing review. Camie beamed, her face lighting up with a smile. "Thanks so much, you two! You're lifesavers!"
Izuku and Itsuka waved goodbye as they left, Camie calling out after them, "Appreciate it, guys! Come back soon, aight?"
The two friends waved goodbye, grabbing a to-go bag filled with an assortment of sweet treats, including "Edgeshot's Whisker Whip" cakes, "All Might's Power Muffins," and "Rise Shine Biscuits." As they strolled through the streets, Itsuka asked, "So, Izuku, where are you planning on taking me now?"
Izuku's face lit up with excitement. "I was hoping we could go bouldering!"
Itsuka's eyes sparkled with enthusiasm. "Cool!"
As they turned a corner, a vibrant graffiti mural caught their attention. On the wall, a V-shaped formation of Izuku's alien forms - Heatblast, Four Arms, and others - surrounded a dynamic depiction of Izuku and Ochako standing back-to-back The two heroes were labeled with their respective names: "Dekiru 10" in bold, fiery letters above Izuku, and "Uravity" in the sleek, cursive script above Ochako
Above the duo, in bold, graffiti letters, read the title: "Heroic Duo: Slayers of the Hero Killer." The graffiti artist had incorporated the Omnitrix into the design, with its iconic dial glowing brightly on Izuku's wrist. The entire mural pulsed with energy as if the colours themselves were alive.
Izuku's face turned bright red as he gazed at the mural, feeling a mix of surprise, pride, and embarrassment. Itsuka felt a twinge of in her chest.
"Look whose mister is popular." Itsuka teased she decided to swallow the twinge and praise Izuku for his recognition.
"This is really embarrassing," Izuku said. "No offence, but I don't really like being any star of attention."
...
Itsuka patted the boy's back, trying to comfort it when Itsuka saw a message on the corner of the art.
Near the corner of the mural, a smaller message was scrawled in humble letters: "To the heroes who brought my sister's murderer to justice, thank you."
Izuku looked at the message his swelling up with tears a little. He felt his heart swell up a little
Itsuka expression softened."That's really sweet, Izuku."
Izuku wiped some tears from his face. He took out his phone and snapped a picture of the art and message before typing on his phone.
"Uh, what are you doing?" Itsuka asked.
"Sending it to-" Izuku began before stopping and remembering his mother's words about not mentioning another girl on his date. "... To... Mom. I usually tell her about this."
"Oh? I mean, you and your mom are close." She rationalized as Izuku sighed before sending the picture to Ochako.
...
Ochako sat in her family's living room, enthusiastically recounting her internship experience with Gunhead to her parents. "... And he showed me this really cool move on how to disarm someone with a knife," she said, demonstrating the technique with rapid punching gestures.
Her mother beamed with pride. "Aw, our little Ochako is growing up to be a fine hero."
Ochako's face lit up with a bright smile, but it faltered when her phone buzzed. She pulled it out and saw the picture Izuku had sent her - the graffiti mural with the heartfelt message. Her eyes welled up with tears as she read the words.
She quickly wiped away her tears and sent the picture to Kyouka, Tenya, and Todoroki, adding a message: "I know you guys didn't get recognition like we did, but you also helped bring justice. This is for all of us."
...
As they walked, Izuku noticed a few passersby glancing at him with a hint of recognition. A group of kids pointed excitedly, whispering, "Dekiru 10!" among themselves. Itsuka chuckled as Izuku blushed. "You're quite the celebrity, Izuku."
They arrived at Wallace's Climbing Haven, a bouldering gym named after the hero, Wallace, known for his incredible agility and climbing skills. The exterior featured a mural of Wallace in action, with bold colours and dynamic poses.
Inside, the gym was bustling with climbers of all levels. The walls were covered in vibrant holds, with routes marked by colourful tape. The air was thick with the scent of chalk and determination.
At the counter, they were greeted by a friendly staff member who handed them climbing shoes, chalk, and a brief orientation. With a pair of rental shorts and a tank top that hugged her breasts, which made Izuku blush a little.
Izuku himself was in a t-shirt and comfortable black shorts.
"Welcome to Wallace's! Please sign the waiver, and you're good to go!" Izuku and Itsuka exchanged an excited glance, lacing up their shoes and preparing to tackle the walls. With chalk in hand, they stood before the climbing wall.
...
As they ascended the climbing wall, hands searching for holds, feet finding footholds, Itsuka asked, "So the Jedi are the bad guys?" She pulled herself up, her gaze meeting Izuku's.
Izuku grunted, his muscles straining, "N-No, they are the good guys, they help people, you know, kinda like heroes." He found a hold and pulled himself up, his eyes locked on Itsuka's.
Itsuka's fingers dug into the wall, her voice steady, "Izuku, from what you told me about these 'Jedi' they are a bunch of cultists who nab children from across the galaxy and are trained to be warriors..." She raised an eyebrow, her body swaying slightly as she found her next hold.
Izuku's hands hesitated, his foot slipping before he regained his balance, "They are actually Peacekeepers." He emphasized his point with a nod, his hands moving slowly up the wall.
Itsuka's hands moved swiftly, finding holds with ease, "They carry around laser swords that can cut through nearly anything." She shot Izuku a pointed look, her gaze flicking between his face and the holds.
Izuku's face reddened, his grip on the holds tightening, "Okay, okay, you have a couple of points, but the Sith are so much worse." He pulled himself up, his muscles straining.
Itsuka's voice remained calm, "Okay good point, but the With have so much cooler powers! " She paused, finding her next hold, her body swaying slightly.
Izuku's smile faltered, his hands slowing, "Maybe if you watch the movie, you'll feel different." He looked up, searching for his next hold.
Itsuka admitted, her voice soft, "Cool, but it's kinda scary to think about." She pulled herself up, her eyes locked on Izuku's.
Izuku asked, his curiosity piqued, "Huh? What do you mean?" He found a hold and pulled himself up, his body swaying slightly.
Itsuka's expression turned thoughtful, her hands slowing, "Well, you said the Jedi are kinda peacekeepers, pillars of sorts...the galaxy had faith in them, and when they fell, the empire basically took over...can you imagine if someone like All Might just stopped being All Might?" She asked, her voice barely above a whisper, her gaze locked on Izuku's.
...
Izuku's thoughts drifted to the public's perception of All Might's invincibility as he searched for handholds on the bouldering wall. "Most people don't know about All Might's weakening form... They still think he's unstoppable."
Itsuka's voice cut through his thoughts, "Izuku if you don't hurry, I'm gonna top out first!" She was already halfway up the wall, her fingers finding holds with ease.
Izuku shook his head, refocusing on the climb. "No way I'm losing." He started moving upward, his hands and feet finding holds in a fluid motion.
As they climbed, Itsuka teased, "You know, on a date, the guy usually lets the girl win." She was trying to distract him, but Izuku was determined.
"Uh-huh, but you'd hate it if I held back," Izuku replied, his eyes fixed on the top of the wall.
Itsuka grinned, her competitive spirit shining through. "Sure, I'd hate it, but I still want to win!"
With a burst of speed, they both reached the top of the wall at the same time, their hands slapping the hold simultaneously. They hung there, panting and grinning at each other, their friendly competition pushing them both to new heights.
...
Just as they were catching their breath, a loud voice echoed through the bouldering gym.
"Yo! Hurry up, slowpoke!" Tatami, a muscular and curvaceous young girl with a blonde, spiky haircut, grinned mischievously as she pointed to her teeth, which were reminiscentEijiro Kirishima's distinctive smile.
Itsuka turned to see Tatami and her partner, Yo, a muscular young man with unruly dark brown hair and diamond-shaped eyes, who was struggling to find handholds on the wall.
"Hey, he kinda looks like Izuku," Itsuka said with a smile.
Yo shot back in comedic anger, "Maybe if you didn't push me off, I could've gotten faster!" Tatami giggled and helped Yo to the top, her short, athletic build and bouldering gear making her look like a seasoned climber.
As they reached the top, Yo turned to face Izuku, a friendly smile spreading across his face.
"Well, well, look who's here - Izuku Midoriya." Tatami turned to look at Izuku, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "Really?! Where?"
Yo walked over to Izuku, extending a hand for a handshake, his eyes fixed on Izuku's Omnitrix. "I'm Yo Shindo, we saw you in the Sports Festival, and we're big fans."
Tatami nodded enthusiastically, her blonde hair bobbing with the motion. "Your Izuku Midoriya and Itsuka Kendo, right? You were both in the same Cavalry Battle?"
"I'm Tatami Nakagame," she added with a smile. Izuku exchanged a brief glance with Itsuka before responding,
"Uh, right. Nice to meet you." Izuku said.
"Likewise," Yo said with a smile, shaking Izuku's hand. Itsuka followed suit, shaking Tatami's hand.
"We're also working to become heroes," Tatami added.
Tatami and Yo's eyes widened in surprise. "Oh? Really?" Itsuka asked, intrigued.
They nodded."We attend Ketsubutsu Academy High School."
"Woah that's a good school," Itsuka said.
Izuku beamed with excitement, his eyes sparkling. "Cool! If you attend Ketsubutsu, your quirks must be really useful! What are your Quirks?" he asked, leaning in closer to the two.
Itsuka chuckled and scratched behind her head. "Sorry about him, Izuku is really interested in Quirks."
Yo grinned. "No worries, we're also pretty interested in your Quirks."
Tatami nodded."I've never seen a quirk like yours, Midoriya. It's almost unreal."
"Powerful and versatile."Yo nodded."If I'm correct, you have nineteen forms right? I'd love to hear them."
"I see no-" Izuku began
"No way. Sorry, but Izuku, you can't just tell people about your forms not knowing what they do is really beneficial for you," Itsuka chastised the boy.
"Aw but Itsuka, I really want to know the quirks."
She lightly chopped his head."No."
Yo proposed, "Hey, how about a little friendly competition? You know, hero school vs. hero school kind of thing."
Izuku's eyes lit up. "Competition?"
Itsuka grinned "I don't see a problem. Plus, I'm always up for anything."
Tatami clapped her hands. "Awesome! We could make it a couple battle!"
Izuku and Itsuka exclaimed in unison, "Couple...!" before their faces turned bright red as they realized what they said.
Itsuka quickly looked away, flustered. "I-I-I mean, we're just friends..."
Izuku echoed, equally flustered. "Y-Yeah, j-just friends."
Tatami smiled nostalgically. "Aw, you're in the denial phase. That's cute. Remember when we were like that, Yo?"
Yo's face turned red with irritation. "I have no idea what you're talking about."
Tatami teased, "Oh, c'mon, you were so-"
Yo cut her off. "Please don't."
Yo continued, "Anyway, a little friendly competition. How about a blindfolded bouldering challenge? One person guides the other through a course, and we do three rounds. Loser tells the other about the quirks!"
Izuku and Itsuka took a thinking pose before grinning."Alright, let's do this!"
"Some competition won't hurt," Izuku said.
...
The four stood before the climbing wall, ready to begin their friendly competition. Itsuka, blindfolded, cracked her knuckles confidently. "But don't back out after you lose," she warned with a smirk.
Shindo and Tatami grinned, undaunted. "You can count on it," Shindo said, his eyes sparkling with determination.
Tatami guided Yo, who was also blindfolded, as they started climbing. "Left hand, reach for the crimp!" Tatami called out, her voice clear and steady. Yo's fingers closed around the small hold, and he pulled himself up, his muscles flexing with effort.
Meanwhile, Izuku attempted to guide Itsuka, but his directions were vague. "Uh, move your hand up... no, wait, left... or is it right?" Itsuka's hands faltered, her foot slipping on the hold.
"Hey, Izuku, focus!" she teased, her voice laced with amusement. Izuku nodded, taking a deep breath. "Sorry, sorry! Okay, try moving your right hand up to the next hold... yeah, that one!"
With renewed confidence, Itsuka found her footing and continued climbing. She jammed her fingers into a tiny crevice, her body tense as she searched for the next hold. Izuku's directions became more assured, and Itsuka started to move with greater precision, her legs pumping as she pushed upward."We got this Izuku, we can do this!" Itsuka shouted.
"We're not gonna lose that easily!" Yo shouted.
Yo and Tatami were neck and neck with them, their movements fluid and synchronized. Tatami called out encouragement, "You got this, Yo! Right foot, edge!"
The two pairs climbed higher, their breathing growing heavier, sweat dripping from their brows. Finally, Yo's hand closed around the final hold, and he pulled himself up, he removed his blindfold seeing he got there first.
"Yes! Now that's how you make it to the top!" Yo exclaimed, pumping his fist in the air.
"Great job Yo!" Tatami said.
Itsuka a little disappointed in the loss jumped down and landed on the blue Matt with a bounce. "Aw, man," Itsuka said.
Izuku walked up to her. "Sorry, Itsuka."
Itsuka gave a smile. "It's cool, we still got two rounds we can't let one setback deter us! We can do this!"
Izuku nodded seeing her determination that was always somehow infectious.
"Okay let's do this!" Itsuka and Shindo both said in excitement.
The second round began, with Tatami guiding Yo and Izuku guiding Itsuka. The two pairs started climbing, their movements swift and determined.
Tatami's voice was calm and steady, directing Yo with precision. "Right hand, crimp! Left foot, edge!" But Yo's movements were hesitant, his hands trembling slightly as he searched for holds.
Meanwhile, Izuku's guidance was more intuitive, his voice urging Itsuka onward. "You're close, Itsuka! Reach for the top! Now, now, now!"
Itsuka's hands flew across the wall, her fingers closing around holds with lightning speed. Her legs pumped furiously, her body tense with effort. She was a whirlwind of motion, her determination palpable.
Tatami's voice grew more urgent, her directions overlapping as Yo faltered. "Yo, no, no, other hand! Other hand!"
But Itsuka was unstoppable. She surged upward, her hands closing around the final hold. With a triumphant cry, she pulled herself up, standing tall at the top of the wall.
Izuku pumped his fist in the air, grinning from ear to ear. "Now that's going plus ultra!" he shouted, his excitement infectious.
Itsuka laughed, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "Couldn't have done it without you! Catch me, by the way!" she exclaimed, before jumping into Izuku's arms without warning.
Izuku was caught off guard, but he quickly recovered, catching Itsuka with ease. "Thanks for catching me," she said, standing up on her feet with a smile.
"No problem," Izuku replied, still grinning.
Tatami turned to Yo, apologizing. "Sorry, Yo!"
But Yo just jumped down from the wall, his eyes gleaming with determination. "Don't worry, we're tied. We just have to win the third round, and then we get to know all his powers," he whispered to Tatami, his voice low and conspiratorial.
Tatami raised an eyebrow, impressed. "You know you're really sly, you know that?" she said, a hint of admiration in her voice.
Yo just shrugged, taking it as a compliment.
"Okay, now you're the one with the blindfold," Itsuka said with a sly grin as she put it on him, Izuku's eyes disappearing from view as the blindfold was tightened.
"If we're switching, then..." Shindo turned to his girlfriend, who took a step back with a look of mock horror. "Oh, no, you can't find the direction to class, and I'm supposed to trust you to guide me through that!? Nope. No way." Tatami said, her hands raised in a dramatic X position.
Itsuka giggled, then looked away innocently, her eyes sparkling with mischief. Yo shot her a playful glance but then turned to Tatami with a persuasive tone. "Tatami-Chan."
Tatami's face softened, and she took her blindfold. "You suck, you know that." She said, but her voice was teasing.
The final round began, with Itsuka guiding Izuku and Shindo guiding Tatami. "Izuku follow the sound of my voice okay?" Itsuka shouted.
Izuku closed his eyes. As he concentrated on her voice. Ignoring Yo and Tatami as he began to climb.
As they climbed, Itsuka's voice was calm and steady, directing Izuku with precision. "Left hand, reach for the ledge... trust me, it's there."
Izuku's hand shot out, his fingers closing around the hold without hesitation. "Right foot, edge... don't worry, I've got this."
Izuku's foot moved swiftly, his body tense with effort. Itsuka's guidance was unwavering, her voice filled with confidence. "Now, right hand, crimp... you can do this, Izuku!"
Izuku's hand closed around the hold, his body surging upward. He moved with a fluidity that belied his blindness.
Izuku grasped the final hold and pulled himself up, his blindfold still securely in place. "Yes! That's it, Izuku, we won!" Itsuka exclaimed, beaming with pride.
But in his moment of triumph, Izuku's foot slipped, and he tumbled to the ground. Itsuka's eyes widened in alarm before she swiftly caught him, her arms wrapping around his waist. "I got you!" she said, her voice laced with relief.
Izuku, still blindfolded, smiled wryly. "Thanks...guess that wasn't a very graceful exit, huh?"
Itsuka chuckled, her cheeks flushing pink. "No, it wasn't."
As they stood there, Izuku's hands instinctively rose to remove his blindfold, but he hesitated.
"Hey, can you see... right now?" Itsuka asked her foot nervously tapping the ground her hands behind her.
"Uh...I think it would defeat the purpose..."
Before he could finish, soft lips brushed against his cheek, sending a gentle flutter through his heart.
As he felt her lips depart from his cheek, Izuku removed his blindfold to find Itsuka walking away, joining Shindo and Tatami, who both wore disappointed expressions, still reeling from their loss.
Izuku's face flushed with a light blush, his cheek still warm from Itsuka's gentle kiss.
"So we won," Itsuka said with a grin as she crossed her arms.
"My Quirk's called Retraction," Tatami said. "I can retract my head, body, and limbs into themselves instantly."
Izuku getting his dazed at being kissed on the cheek, as he touched where Itsuka kissed him before quickly going with the notebook at the ready.
"It's like a turtle shell, but it takes a few moments to un-retract," she added.
"My Quirk's Vibrate," Yo said with a grin. "I can generate earthquakes to disrupt enemy formations. It's pretty handy when we're outnumbered," he added. "I can create tremors to weaken their foothold."
"Woah! Those quirks are so I think if Tatami can work on her un-retraction speed and Yo can develop a way to control the intensity of his vibrations, they could become even more formidable heroes, maybe even learn to combine their quirks to create a massive shockwave that could stun villains or create an opening for a counterattack!"
As Izuku began to excitedly mutter to himself, Tatami and Shindo exchanged a confused and creeped-out glance.
"Don't mind him, he's always like that," Itsuka said with a chuckle.
Shindo smiled and shook Izuku's hand. "Well, that was a great game. You two make a strong team."
Izuku grinned. "Likewise, though if we'd won, we'd probably still be playing."
Shindo's expression turned playful. "Just remember, next time we meet, you won't be winning."
Izuku and Itsuka exchanged a puzzled look as Shindo and Tatami waved goodbye and walked away.
"Seems like a nice guy," Izuku said, watching them leave.
"Yeah, he seems pretty cool," Itsuka agreed. "But I wonder what he meant by 'next time we meet'?"
Izuku shrugged, equally perplexed. "No idea,"
...
As the late afternoon sun cast a warm glow, they slipped out of the bouldering gym, dressed in comfortable casual clothes,
As they walked together, Itsuka slipped her arm around Izuku's, their arms intertwining in a gentle embrace. Izuku's face turned a deep crimson as he felt her breast press against him, sending a flutter through his chest.
"So, we have one final destination?" Itsuka asked, her voice playful.
Izuku's face remained a bright red as he smiled, still looking a bit flustered. They were both dressed in casual clothes, their arms still intertwined as they strolled along.
"That's our final destination," Izuku said, pointing far ahead.
Itsuka raised an eyebrow, following his gaze to a giant Ferris wheel in the distance. Her eyes widened in surprise, and then she smiled.
Izuku grinned enthusiastically, starting to pull her towards the attraction. "C'mon, let's go!" he exclaimed, his eyes sparkling with excitement.
Itsuka's face turned crimson once more as she felt her heart quicken, her arm still wrapped around Izuku's as they walked together.
Izuku and Itsuka turned to face three familiar faces - the same individuals who had attempted to sexually assault Kendo when they first met. The trio sneered, "Well, well, well. Look what we have here. Our escaped prey."
Itsuka cracked her knuckles, "Do you guys really want to go at this again? I mean, you do remember what happened last time you tried something, don't you?"
The three looked confused, then burst into laughter. "What? All I remember is something hitting us, and then we were in police custody."
Izuku whispered to Itsuka, "Seems like you beat them up so badly, it gave them amnesia." Itsuka beamed with pride.
The trio's leader, Billy, sneered, "Listen up, princess. You got away from us last time, but fate's given us another chance. We'll have our way with you while your boyfriend watches."
Izuku and Itsuka exchanged a nervous glance. "Do you guys not know who we are?" Izuku asked, referencing their growing popularity.
The trio snickered, "Of course, we do. But if you use your Quirks, you'll be in trouble with the Quirk laws. You can't use your Quirks in public, or you'll ruin your entire hero career."
Izuku and Itsuka deadpanned, "That's the dumbest thing we've ever heard."
Itsuka placed her hands on her hips, "What, you expect us to let you rape me?"
"You do realize our Quirk laws allow self-defence?" Itsuka pointed out. "We might get a slap on the wrist, but you'll go to prison for attempted sexual assault."
Billy sneered, "Listen, we don't understand your big words. Just let us have our way with your girl, and no one gets hurt."
Izuku pinched the bridge of his nose, exasperated by their stupidity. Itsuka, meanwhile, had an idea. "Hey, Izuku, remember the last time you fought them?"
"When I got my butt kicked, and you had to save me?" Izuku replied.
Itsuka grinned enthusiastically. "Yep!"
Just then, one of the trio shouted, "Hey, don't just ignore us!"
Itsuka dismissed them with a wave of her hand. "One moment will be with you in a sec."
Turning back to Izuku, she encouraged, "You have been training like crazy, come on, show them what you've got! No Alien, no other Quirk. I know you can kick their ass without it!"
Izuku looked at the three, then nodded. He approached them, cracking his knuckles. "Wow, these guys are... really weak," Izuku said as they lay knocked out on the ground.
Itsuka wiped a tear, "He's grown so much."
"Let's hand them over to the police, hopefully, they'll get a longer sentence," Itsuka said.
Just then, a pro hero descended from the sky. "Don't worry, I've got this. I'll take these three to police custody."
The hero, clad in a red cape and sporting a muscular build, flashed a reassuring smile. "You two, go enjoy each other... and don't forget protection!"
Izuku's eyes widened in shock, his face turning bright red as he stuttered, "W-w-what?! N-no, we're not...!"
Itsuka's face turned red as she had a mischievous grin as she said, "We will, I made sure to buy some!"
Izuku's blush deepened, his eyes wide with embarrassment, as he realized what the hero and Itsuka were implying. "I-I-Itsuka, no! That's not what...!"
Itsuka playfully nudged him, her voice laced with teasing, "Ashido's right, teasing you is fun!"
The hero chuckled and flew off with the trio, leaving Izuku still flustered, his face aflame with embarrassment."First Mina, Setsuna, then Momo now Itsuka? Who's next?" Izuku asked with comedic tears flowing from his eyes.
...
As Itsuka and Izuku walked towards the Ferris wheel an enthusiastic voice called out to them.
"Wait, wait, wait! Aren't you... Midoriya and Kendo from the Sports Festival!?" They turned to see a beaming staff member, wearing a bright orange vest and a name tag reading 'Taro'
"Uhm... Y-Yeah?" They said.
"Oh man, I knew it! Can I get a picture!?" Taro asked with enthusiasm the two shrugged as they took the picture.
"Oh, man this is awesome! I watched you two in the Sports Festival! Your transformations were awesome Midoriya! And your quirk Big Fist is awesome! Your fight was my favourite! I know most people really like you vs Todoroki or you and Bakugou Midoriya but you and Kendo's fight was filled with I don't know I could feel the love between you two how you showed each other respect by fighting one another as equals! It got my blood boiling!" Tora said excitedly.
Izuku and Itsuka by his enthusiasm however Itsuka gained a grin as she saw the similarities between him and Izuku, Izuku also made the connection, especially with the way she was looking at him he could already tell what she was thinking.
"Itsuka I know what you're thinking, please stop," Izuku said.
"Sure just how does it feel being at the receiving end of it?" Itsuka teased.
Izuku sighed. Before addressing Tora."Thanks, we're just happy to have such great fans!"
Tora's eyes widened."I can't believe it! I get to meet you both in person! And you're together...That's so cool! Are you two a couple?" He then leaned in.
"You know I'm not... What the heck! I'll let you both on the Ferris Wheel for free!" He said enthusiastically.
Izuku and Itsuka glance at each other.
"Oh no, we can pay-" Izuku was about to say before Itsuka dragged him away covering his mouth she knew Izuku didn't like receiving anything for free which was noble but she wouldn't lie in the months she had known him it could be annoying.
"Thank you, Taro we really appreciate it!" Itsuka said
...
As the sunset cast its warm orange glow over the city, Izuku and Itsuka walked towards the Ferris wheel, its lights twinkling like stars in the fading light. Taro led them to the entrance, and they settled into the cozy carriage, sitting side by side as the wheel began to rotate.
Izuku turned to Itsuka, his voice low and curious,
"Hey, why did you do that? We didn't pay for the tickets." The Ferris wheel climbed higher, and the city lights began to sparkle below them, like diamonds against the darkening blue.
Itsuka's eyes sparkled with amusement, "Izuku, the guy clearly wanted to show his appreciation. There's no harm in accepting a freebie every now and then."
She glanced at Izuku, her gaze softening as the sunset's warmth seemed to linger on his face.
Izuku's deadpan expression faltered for a moment before he said, "You sound just like Kevin."
The Ferris wheel reached its peak, and they paused, suspended in the moment, as the sunset's final rays dipped below the horizon.
...
"You're amazing... You know that?" she said her voice barely above a whisper.
Izuku's face scrunched in confusion, "H-Huh, I-I'm not sure what you mean... I think I'm pretty average compared to everyone." He looked down, his cheeks flushing slightly.
"But I actually really admire you."
Itsuka slightly widened before she turned to him.
But then, his eyes met Itsuka's, and he poured out his heart. "I admire everything about you, Itsuka."
" You can lead an entire class, everyone sees you as the big sister they rely on. They have faith in you, and I... love your confidence in yourself. You're an amazing person, Itsuka. You make me want to be better. A better class rep. A better leader. Y-You make me wanna be a better person." Izuku said each word with sincerity.
Itsuka's face transformed, her eyes widening in surprise as her cheeks gradually deepened to a vibrant pink. Her heart skipped a beat, then began to race, pounding in her chest like a drum. She barely could process her emotions.
"Izuku... That's how you see me?" she thought, her mind reeling as she struggled to find her voice. Her lips parted, but only a soft gasp escaped, her face ablaze with a blush that seemed to grow brighter by the second.
Itsuka's gaze dropped, her fingers tightening around the doggie bag as she spoke, her voice barely above a whisper.
"Izuku... You're amazing... From the first time we met, I won't lie, you didn't exactly make the best impression." A hint of a smile played on her lips, and Izuku's nervous chuckle filled the air.
"But," she continued, her voice filled with warmth, "I think that's one of the reasons I started to fall for you," Itsuka said as Izuku felt his heart flutter his already grown blush increasing.
"You were this nervous, stuttering mess, unable to talk to me without getting flustered... But despite that, you never backed down. You didn't let that hold you back. You were probably more scared than anyone but you don't let that hold you back, you keep striving forward that's what I think is amazing about you." Itsuka said.
Izuku's heart swells with emotion, his mind reeling in disbelief. He feels a deep sense of gratitude however his low self-esteem struggle to comprehend. That this amazing girl actually thought he was amazing.
"You pushed yourself every day, and it was so inspiring to watch," Itsuka added.
Itsuka's face blooms with a delicate, rosy blush, her heart pounding as she reveals her feelings.
Itsuka's voice grew stronger, her words pouring out from the heart. "Your kindness, Izuku... You're incredibly strong, yet one of the kindest people I know. Even in the Sports Festival, during your fight with Todoroki... You weren't fighting to win, not entirely. I saw the same resolve in your actions, the same look in your eyes, you had USJ, the mall, heck even when a cat was stuck in a tree." This brought a chuckle from both of them
"The look when you want to help someone in front of you, no matter what. Even when it might royally screw you over." Itsuka said.
As she spoke, Itsuka's hand drifted to her chest, her fingers clutching at her heart. Her face glowed with a red hue.
"Every day I see you pushing yourself. Every day you're giving it a hundred... That's why I want to stand by you. I want to grow stronger with you. I want to fight alongside you and be by your side. I want to grow stronger with you." Itsuka admitted.
"Itsuka..." Izuku said stunned, his heart was swelling.
"Every day since we met I've watched you grow so much stronger from that stuttering kid from before. And watching you grow has made me want to grow stronger too. But USJ really made me realize..." Itsuka takes a deep breath.
"I want to grow stronger with you!"Itsuka exclaimed.
"Not just physically I mean... When you fall or think you're over your head or think you can't do something, I-I wanna be there for you, be there for you even at your lowest moments or you ever think you can't do it. I wanna remind you that you can. I wanna be there for you and cause I know you would be there for me." Itsuka said rubbing her thigh while holding the bag from Jedi Heroics Brew.
Izuku felt tears build up. As he felt a wave of emotions.
"Even if we're not a couple... or if you don't have feelings for me or whatever I guess I want to just be there for you."She clutched her chest as the idea of her and Izuku not having feelings for her stung to say out loud.
"I'm not one to bottle up my feelings, or anything like that so I know I already said this but I really, really like you Izuku Midoriya!" Itsuka exclaimed
"You're the biggest dork in the world but I-I really like you," Itsuka exclaimed as she raised her head as Izuku was staring at her his cheeks tinting as he looked into her teal eyes. They stared at each other for a moment, the world seemed to slow down the sun setting ever so slowly.
Izuku turned his gaze away."You know you're one of the few people I... I really, really like being around..I-I mean being around you makes me feel different... I can't explain it, but you make me feel more than just... Me, I guess I feel more confident when I'm around you, s-so if... I mean I know we're not dating b-but d-do you want to grow stronger together?" Izuku asked.
"I-I know I can be a handful, and I'm pretty much a trouble magnet and I'm probably gonna get in trouble a lot I-I really would like you to be by my side! If you wouldn't mind?" Izuku exclaimed his eyes closed showing how nervous he was.
Itsuka's heart began to beat faster. Before Izuku felt her soft yet rough hands placed on his. He opened his eyes and looked into Itsuka.
"Sure." She said squeezing his hand.
Izuku found himself staring at her eyes as she gazed down at his hand looking at his scarred hand, so as the sun began to set
Itsuka was more than surprised when she felt Izuku's lips on hers.
...
As Itsuka's gaze drifted to Izuku's scarred hand, her eyes filled with a mix of tenderness and admiration, Izuku found himself captivated by her gentle expression with her face blushing and the warm glow of the sun it was all captivating.
Itsuka, lost in the moment, didn't notice Izuku's gaze. Izuku leaned forward as Their lips touched, and Itsuka's eyes widened in surprise, her heart skipping a beat. A soft gasp escaped her lips as she felt a rush of emotions.
Izuku's lips parted, and he gazed at Itsuka with a tender expression. Itsuka's face flushed with a deep blush, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.
"Sorry," Izuku muttered, his voice barely audible.
Itsuka's eyes widened, and a question tumbled out of her lips. "Izuku, do you-"
Izuku's face turned a vibrant shade of crimson as he struggled to form a coherent sentence. "I... I uhm..." He faltered, his turmoil evident on his face.
Before he could continue, Itsuka leaned in, her lips brushing against his in a soft, gentle caress. Izuku's eyes widened in surprise, his heart skipping a beat. The kiss was brief, but it sent shivers down his spine.
Itsuka's lips were warm and inviting, and Izuku felt himself melting into the touch. He had never expected her to kiss him, and the sudden intimacy left him breathless.
As they broke apart for a moment, Itsuka whispered, "If you ever feel the same way about me, or whatever... just let me know, okay?"
"But I thought you said-" Izuku began
"I know I said I didn't want your answer, but... I guess... I've changed my mind. You can't exactly a girl to feel the same way especially when you have taken on this amazing date you doofus." Itsuka said her face still red.
Izuku's face deepened to an even more intense shade of crimson as the Ferris wheel slowly descended, the moment suspended in time.
As they walked home, Itsuka made a bold move and brushed her hand against Izuku's, sending a spark through his body. He hesitated, then intertwined their fingers, his face deepening to crimson. Itsuka smiled softly, squeezing his hand gently.
His hand was awfully sweaty, but she didn't mind.
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"Chapter complete! I hope you enjoyed it! Now, I'd love to hear from you. What did you think of the chapter?
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Guest:: Hopefully I'll write Midoriya's resolve engaging. Waybig she'll probably be jealous that he's up staging her. Depends on the situation though. Pesky Dust oh I can imagine the girls hugging him to death. And Eri will find it adorable and Izuku will probably transform to make her feel better alongside Ditto.
CRabbit3428665: I mean I know bullies deserve what they get, like your ruining someone life and self-esteem, and I do feel some should be put in the depths of hell from some of the scumy things they have done. Though your probably not gonna like the fact Im leaving Bakugou alive though. He is gonna get consequences but not expulsion I'm atleast gonna try and change him hope you enjoy it regardless.