Izuku could feel a burning sensation on the back of his head. Someone was staring at him, someone he knows.
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He whips his head around in time to see a flash of white hair. He sighs as he approaches the hiding Kiri.
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Izuku: “Kiri, come out.”
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After a few moments, his cute sister comes out with a slight pout on her face. Hiding behind a pole, classic.
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Izuku: “It’s been a week, Kiri. You don’t have to keep worrying about me.”
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Kiri: “… Where are you going, Onii-chan?”
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Izuku: “You know where.”
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Kiri: “… Don’t like it.”
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Izuku: “Why?”
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Instead of answering, she blushes and looks at the ground. Unsurprisingly, Izuku doesn’t really understand why. And he won’t take any suggestions from S seriously.
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Izuku: ‘That thing is clearly lying to me.’
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Izuku: “Listen Kiri, this is important for me. I’ll be more prepared for the sports festival this way. You need to focus on training too.”
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Kiri: “… Fine.”
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Izuku: “Thank you.”
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He ruffles her hair and gives his precious little sister a bright smile. Afterwards, Kiri walks back home. Izuku once again sighs as she remembers what started this whole thing.
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It was the day after encountering the other psychics when it happened. Class was over, and Izuku was getting ready to leave. But before he could, Momo approached him.
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Momo: “Midoriya?”
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Izuku: “Yes, Yaoyorozu?”
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Momo: “I was wondering, do you remember what you said about my quirk before?”
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Izuku: “Yes, I remember.”
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Momo: “Well, I would like to accept your suggestion of going through some comics together. Can you come over to my house later today?”
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You could hear a pen drop with how quiet the class became from that simple question. Well, if it wasn’t for the sound of a pencil being snapped in half.
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Momo waited for Izuku’s answer while twirling a strand of her hair. As for Izuku, he had to wait for his brain to restart.
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Izuku: ‘Me? Alone? With a girl? At her house?!’
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Instinctively, he nodded at her offer.
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Momo: “Great! Here is the address. I’m looking forward to working with you, Midoriya.”
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She wrote down her address and gave the slip of paper to Izuku, who absentmindedly took it. After that, she left the classroom with a slight spring in her step.
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It took ten seconds for everyone to recover from what just occurred. The first to react was Mina, who strolled up to Izuku and placed a hand on his shoulder. After taking a breath, she gave the stunned boy a thumbs-up.
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Mina: “Nice.”
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Izuku: “H-Huh?”
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Mina: “You just got invited to Yaomomo’s house. You sly dog, skipping steps, aren’t we?”
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That finally got Izuku out of his stupor and into sporting a fresh blush.
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Izuku: “N-N-No, it’s nothing like that! I’m just helping Yaoyorozu with training, that’s all!”
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Mina: “Training, hmmm? You mean the type that gets you all hot and sweaty?”
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Before the teasing could go on any further, Kiri loudly got up and walked to the door.
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Izuku: “K-Kiri?”
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Kiri: “Onii-chan. Home. Now.”
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Izuku: “Y-Yes!”
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Izuku escaped the teasing eyes of his friends and left with Kiri. They didn’t say a word on the way home. For the first time, there was an awkward space between them. Sadly, Izuku refused to see why.
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Instead, his mind refocused on the task at hand. Training with Momo might actually help him a lot. Considering the new ability Phase 3 gave him, her knowledge of the atomic will prove valuable.
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So when it was time to leave for Momo’s house, Izuku called out to Kiri.
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Izuku: “Go on without me, Kiri. I’ll be back later.”
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She stops and doesn’t turn around.
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Kiri: “You’re leaving?”
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Izuku: “Don’t let what Mina said get to you; I’m just training.”
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Kiri: “… I know. I’ll see you at home.”
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Izuku waits until Kiri is out of view before making his way to the house. All the while trying to focus the training, not on the fact he’s about to spend time at a girl’s house.
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But when he got there, house didn’t quite cover the scenery.
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Izuku: “Am I at the right place?”
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He checks the paper, and yes, it was the right place.
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Izuku: ‘Rich.’
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Plain and simple, that girl was loaded. Swallowing his nerves, he presses what he assumes is the doorbell. And sure enough, the classic sound rang out.
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Momo: “Midoriya, you’re here sooner than I expected. But I’m happy to see you’re eager to help. Please, come in.”
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The gates to her mansion open with a groan, leaving Izuku’s mouth wide open in awe.
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Izuku: ‘She’s almost as extravagant as Fubuki.’
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Steeling himself, he enters a new world.
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Inside, Izuku found himself in a glorious food hall filled with the most expensive finery.
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Izuku: ‘Where am I? A palace?’
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After sitting down, Momo came through a door pushing a cart with tea and various comic books.
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Momo: “Welcome, Midoriya. I didn’t know what tea you liked, so I brought some of my favorites. Which are you partial to? Harrod’s or Wedgwood?”
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Izuku would have been stunned by the fact there are different types of tea. But instead of that, what stunned him was the casual red dress Momo was wearing.
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He quickly turned away to hide his blush and then noticed his own clothes. He was still wearing his school clothes.
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Momo: “What is it?”
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Izuku: “N-Nothing. I just… I’m sorry for coming in with my uniform.”
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Momo: “It’s alright, I don’t mind. As long as you’re comfortable.”
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Izuku: “O-Okay, thank you. A-And, I have no preference. Surprise me.”
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Momo: “Gladly.”
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The girl poured some tea for herself and Izuku before sitting across from him. The two took a sip, and to Izuku’s surprise, he liked it. In fact, he feels calmer, his mind more settled.
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Izuku: “This is good! Thank you, Yaoyorozu!”
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Momo: “You’re welcome. Now, before we start on these comics, I want to repay you first.”
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Izuku: “I-In what way?”
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Momo: “Practicing your telepathy.”
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His eyes widen as he remembered what she said before.
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Izuku: “A-Are you sure? I don’t want to force you.”
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Momo: “It’s fine. This is the least I can do. I give you permission to try and read my mind. Maybe we can learn how to speak to each other like that. Haha, I’m a bit excited.”
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Izuku: “O-Okay, if you’re sure.”
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She nods, and Izuku closes his eyes. He quiets all voices and empties himself. This will be the first time he ever did this to anyone outside his family.
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Despite that, however, it comes easily. He can feel his mind connecting with Momo, and the sensation makes him gasp. Her mind feels… sweet and yet strong as well. But there is a feeling of cracks within the strength.
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Momo: “Midoriya, can you hear me?”
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Izuku: “Yaoyorozu! Yes, I can hear you.”
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Momo: “I’m glad! I… felt something in my head, and I assumed it was you. What do I have to do to hear you?”
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Izuku: “I’ll try speaking first, and then we’ll go from there.”
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Izuku: “Hello, Yaoyorozu. Can you hear me?”
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Momo: “Yes! This was easier than I thought it would be. But this does mean we can try this with everyone else, like Ida suggested.”
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Izuku: “Maybe, but I think we should keep this between us for now.”
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Momo: “Huh?”
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Izuku: “I-I mean, just to practice! This is all new to me, so I think it would be better if I just did this with you for now. If you don’t mind, of course.”
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Momo: “Cute.”
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Izuku: “Huh!?”
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Momo: “D-Did I think that out loud?”
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The poor boy nodded, which caused Momo to blush.
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Momo: “Sorry, I guess I need to learn how to better filter my thoughts.”
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Izuku: “I-It’s fine. I learned to do that too. I could never hide much from Tatsu or Fubuki when I was a kid.”
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Momo: “Now you can?”
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Izuku: “Mostly. But if they really wanted to, I doubt it. But we respect each other’s privacy. I’ll do the same with you. Only surface thoughts.”
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Momo: “Thank you, Midoriya. Do you want to try again, or do you want to move on?”
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Izuku: “We can try again.”
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Momo gives a soft and lovely laugh before continuing the telepathic conversation.
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That’s how it was for the last week. Every day after school, Izuku would go to Momo’s house and train. But it felt more like simple hangouts.
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They speak telepathically, then experiment with their quirks using comics as reference. If comics don’t help, they read some scientific papers.
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Those times were the best. Just sitting together in a comfortable silence while reading books. A simple pleasure that was unexpected but very welcome.
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The results?
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Momo had many new ideas to draw from while Izuku got better at using his new ability. It’s not as good as Momo’s creation, but it’s getting there.
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Today, Izuku expected it to be the same. He entered the hall and called out to his friend.
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Izuku: “I’m here, Yaoyorozu.”
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Momo: “I’m coming.”
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This time, Momo came into the hall with a more… form-fitting outfit on. One that resembles her hero costume. Another surprise, but a welcome one. Still, it is questionable.
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Izuku: “Yaoyorozu, what are you wearing?”
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Momo: “A combat outfit, not as good as my hero costume, but it will do.”
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Izuku: “But why?”
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Momo: “Midoriya, today I would like to try a different type of training today.”
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Izuku: “O-Okay? What kind?”
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Momo: “I want to put what I’ve learned to the test. I want you to fight me.”
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Izuku: “Huh!? W-We don’t have to do that.”
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Momo: “We only have one week left, and I’m… a bit unsure about how I’ll do.”
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Izuku: “Y-You’ll do fine, Yaoyorozu! Thanks to the training, I’m sure of it!”
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Momo: “Thank you for believing in me. But I have to be sure how I’ll do against someone with a quirk like yours.”
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Izuku: “… You’re worried about those other psychic-type quirk users?”
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Momo: “Yes. I’m not saying other students won’t be a problem, but we all know how dangerous someone like you can be, Midoriya. I have to be prepared.”
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Izuku: “I-I understand.”
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Izuku: ‘This… is a good test for me too. This is fine. We’ll be fine.’
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Izuku: “Okay, but where should we do this?”
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Momo: “I have the perfect place. Are you okay with your current clothes?”
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Izuku: “Y-Yes, it’s as good as anything else I have.”
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It’s a casual outfit, similar to the one he wore to the amusement park but without the blue hoodie. Nodding, Momo led Izuku to something incredible.
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Below the mansion was a big white room that had enough space for some training. The problem, however, is-
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Izuku: “You have a training room!? Underground!?”
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Momo: “Not always. I asked mom and dad to commission one shortly after I entered U.A. I knew I would need a place to practice and train my quirk.”
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Izuku: ‘Rich…too rich.’
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Momo: “So, are you ready?”
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Izuku: “Y-Yes, but are you sure? There is no cover; you’re at a disadvantage.”
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Momo: “We won’t always have the advantage in hero work, Midoriya.”
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Izuku: “R-Right.”
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Momo: “Please, don’t hold back too much. Make sure to try and read my mind too. This should challenge you as well.”
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Izuku: “… Okay, let’s do this.”
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The psychic narrows his eyes, ready to take this seriously. The voices within howl with excitement, for the prince takes his first step.
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Momo: “Great! Now, ready… set-”
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Before she says go, Momo drops a smoke bomb that unleashes green smoke that quickly spreads throughout the room. When the smoke hit Izuku’s nose, he immediately knew it was knockout gas.
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Izuku: “Smart, Yaoyorozu. Going for a surprise attack. But this won’t be enough. You’ll have to try harder.”
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She doesn’t fall for the provocation; her mind stays quiet. Well, that’s alright. Izuku gently moves his hand, banishing the smoke around him.
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It was at that point an air cannon slammed into the psychic’s back. Thanks to his training and new ability, it didn’t push him back far.
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Izuku retaliates by gathering the smoke and firing the condensed wind at where the cannon came from. The sound of destroyed machinery gave part of the strategy away.
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Izuku: “Drones again? Still, you made them much faster. Great job, Yaoyorozu!”
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A slight feeling of joy was what allowed Izuku to tilt his head in time to dodge a jab from a staff. He turns around and unleashes a psychic blast that pushes Momo away. But she recovers quickly and skates away back into the smoky mists.
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Before Izuku can give chase, a bomb drops in front of him and explodes in a blinding light. Refusing to be caught off guard, the boy summons a psychic shield to cover his whole body.
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But that wasn’t enough, as armor-piercing rounds shred the shield and hammer Izuku’s body. Thankfully, these were rubber bullets. But it was enough to force the boy to his knees.
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The next moment, a blast of what felt like glue hit Izuku, sticking him to the ground.
Momo capitalized by sprinting out of the smoke again and placing the tip of the spear against Izuku’s neck.
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Momo: “I won. Do you give up?”
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Izuku: “… I’m sorry. But no.”
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His eyes glowed green before a psychic blast sent Momo back into the smoke. Next, Izuku focuses on the sensation of glue on him and uses his new ability to change its atomic structure. What was once glue became water.
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Next, he stomps on the ground to destroy it enough to create debris. Using his psychic powers, he creates a wind and water shield. Unlike his normal psychic shield, this one can attack and defend.
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As proven when he sent a blade of water at the drone hovering above him. There were probably more hidden in the mist, but now he’s ready. Speaking of…
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Izuku: ‘How is the smoke still here? It’s as dense as ever. Is she constantly making it? She can’t keep that up forever.’
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More rubber bullets punch through the smoke, but this time Izuku won’t stay still. No more defensive play.
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He flies up and goes around the room, destroying all the drones he comes across. Their projectiles can’t keep up with his flight speed. That is until he destroyed one that blew up in his face.
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The force was strong enough to send him back to earth, one filled with caltrops. Ignoring the pain and torn shirt, Izuku lifts up the caltrops with his quirk and slings them across the room.
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The clanging sound suggests a shield, one close by. Izuku shakes his head, trying his hardest to stay awake. He can’t keep all the gas away from his nose and mouth. All while fighting Momo’s many assaults.
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K: “Yes, you can! Stop holding back!”
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Izuku: ‘I’m not trying to kill her!’
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C: “That is correct. But you’re still too passive, my prince.”
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K: “And it sickens me to see. Prove yourself a warrior!”
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The chance came quickly when Izuku dodged another head blow from Momo’s bo staff.
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Izuku: ‘Fine!’
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The prince fought down a smile when he coated his hand in iron to block the next attack. Next, he used a tilt of the head to cause the earth beneath to crack and destabilize.
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Momo’s unbalance was Izuku’s opening. He grabbed the staff and destroyed its atomic bonds. Momo’s eyes’ widened, which gave Izuku another opening.
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His eyes flash green, which sent Momo flying back until she hit the wall. Her soft gasp of pain meant she was stunned for a bit.
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Using this momentum, Izuku grabbed the entirety of the gas in the room and started swirling it around in preparation for a twister. In a panic, Momo got back up and ordered the last few drones to unleash their payloads.
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But Izuku predicted this and teleported above Momo. The full payload was unleashed on nothing, while Izuku pulled Momo into his arm, defenseless in the air. Before she can attempt to fight back, he pulled the gas mask off.
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The implication was clear. He can control the gas, and Momo couldn’t handle it as well as Izuku. Checkmate.
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Izuku: “Do you give up?”
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Momo: “… Yes.”
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The little wisps of smoke stop leaking from Momo’s body. Instead, they reverse their direction. Most of the gas in the room returns to Momo, refueling some of her lost stores of energy.
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The boy smiles as his battle instincts cool down. Well, not before turning around to destroy the rest of the bombs. As for the remaining gas, he opens the door so it can air out.
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Izuku: “Excuse me.”
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Momo: “Huh?”
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Izuku moves Momo’s body so that he’s bridal carrying her. Afterwards, he flies out of the room and breathes deep the fresh air.
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Izuku: “Sorry, I don’t know how much longer I could have handled all that knockout gas.”
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Momo: “I understand. You… can let me down.”
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Izuku: “I-I’m sorry!”
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He let her down and noticed her slight blush. The sight was cute enough to catch him off guard and let a thought slip out.
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Izuku: “Cute.”
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Momo: “M-Midoriya?”
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Izuku: “… I thought that out loud, didn’t I?”
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Momo: “Haha, I guess we’re even.”
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Izuku: “I guess.”
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He rubs his head and looks down with a brighter blush than before. That’s when he noticed how shredded his shirt was. His well-defined body was peeking out and giving all who wanted a look a good eyeful.
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At this point, his face might as well be a tomato.
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Momo: “S-Sorry about your shirt. I-I can make you another one.”
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Izuku: “… Yes, please.”
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Once the wardrobe was dealt with, the two of them went back to the food hall for a meal. It was a bit awkward, though. For Izuku, aside from Kiri, he never was that close to a girl before. Heck, even with Kiri, she never got such an eyeful of his chest before.
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It’s even worse for Momo; she never was this close to a boy before. She still doesn’t know how to feel about it. Before, it was mostly just business or simply hanging out with a new close friend.
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Momo: ‘But being held like that… ’
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She shakes her head; there’s no time for such things. Besides, she has another pressing matter to attend to.
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Momo: “Midoriya?”
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Izuku: “Y-Yes?”
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Momo: “What was that you did during our fight? That staff was still attached to me, so I felt how you… destroyed their atomic bonds. How?”
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Izuku: “Oh…”
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Izuku: ‘Well, it was bound to come up eventually.’
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Izuku: “I learned that I can also manipulate things on the atomic level. It takes some focus to do anything besides destruction though.”
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Momo: “Wait, if you can do that, then… you basically have my quirk…”
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Izuku: “No, no, no! This part of my quirk is not as good as yours! I can’t create things as complex as you.”
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C: “Not yet, my prince.”
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Izuku: “It’s more for transmutation, manipulation, and destruction than creation.”
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Momo: “I see… your quirk is truly incredible.”
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Izuku: “I’m not the only one. You’ve gotten so good at creating things on the fly. I would have been in trouble if you tried any of those sci-fi creations we talked about.”
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Momo: “I’m still working on those, and some of them are too lethal.”
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Izuku: “Haha, I understand.”
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A slightly more comfortable atmosphere descends. After a few moments, Izuku tries to dispel the last of his worries.
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Izuku: “You’re not… scared of it… right? My quirk?”
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Momo: “Of course not! In fact, I’m… a bit happy.”
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Izuku: “R-Really? Why?”
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Momo: “Well, this part of your quirk compliments mine perfectly. You could change things I create, even when they’re removed from my body.”
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Izuku: “Right! We can make up for each other’s weaknesses.”
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Momo: “Like Yin and Yang! Yes, that sounds wonderful.”
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Izuku: ‘Haa, that’s a relief.’
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Momo: “We should read some more comics. Maybe together we can create some of the more… unique things we’ve read.”
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Izuku: “R-Right!”
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The atmosphere was fully restored to a peaceful state, enough to make these two softly smile. Yet, one was not as bright as the other.
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Kiri: “So… what’s wrong with me?”
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It’s been a while since Kiri visited the Pussycats; it was a long overdue visit. Right now, she was lying on the couch while the rest of the Pussycats were around listening to Kiri’s woes.
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But finding a solution is hard when they still find the whole situation crazy. Pixiebob sighs while throwing her head back in frustration.
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Pixiebob: “Are you telling me we misunderstood your relationship with your… master all this time?”
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Kiri: “What do you mean?”
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Pixiebob: “… Never mind. It just means you were a few steps behind our expectations.”
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Kiri tilts her head cutely at her statement.
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Pixiebob: “Listen, Kiri, there is nothing wrong with you.”
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Kiri: “I’m not sick?”
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Pixiebob: “No.”
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Ragdoll: “Can she even get sick?”
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Mandalay: “I don’t think so.”
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Pixiebob: “Kiri, you’re just jealous of this… ”
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Ragdoll: “Hehe, Udders… ”
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Mandalay: “Come on, don’t laugh.”
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Pixiebob: “Yeah, that individual.”
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Kiri: “Jealous? How do I stop feeling it? I don’t want to hurt her. At least, I don’t think so.”
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Pixiebob: “Yeah, don’t hurt her. No matter how much you might want to.”
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Kiri: “Then… how do I stop being jealous?”
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Pixiebob: “Sadly, you can’t. But there is good news. From what you told us, you have a more intimate relationship with him. He is just blind to your true feelings.”
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Kiri: “My true feelings?”
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Pixiebob: “Kiri, you love your master.”
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Kiri: “Yes, of course I do.”
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Pixiebob: “No, Kiri. You love him. Like boyfriend, girlfriend type of love.”
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Kiri: “But onii-chan said we shouldn’t be like that. It caused misunderstandings.”
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Pixiebob: “Right… that…”
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The fact she fell for her brother and calls him master…
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Pixiebob: ‘Can this get any crazier? I really should discourage this, but… she is so earnest about her love. How could I possibly refuse her?’
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Pixiebob: “It was a misunderstanding because you two weren’t actually dating. But if you do, then it will be fine.”
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Kiri: “… Really?”
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Pixiebob: “Yes.”
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Kiri: “… So what should I do?”
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Pixiebob: “Communication is key. You have to make your feelings known.”
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Kiri thinks of how to do that. Izuku already knows she loves him, and they spend almost all of their time together. What else is there?
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Then she thinks back to that time she brought her lips to his cheek. Her face lights up red as she imagines doing the same thing to his lips.
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Ragdoll: “Awwww! You’re so cute when you blush!”
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Tiger nods with sagely knowledge alongside the rest of his team.
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Kiri: “Okay… I’ll… do it after the sports festival. I can’t distract him.”
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Pixiebob: “Oh, yeah! You’re participating in that soon. What’s your thought on the competition?”
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Kiri thinks back to the other psychics in the other class and gives a slight smile.
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Kiri: “A good challenge.”
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Fanfic adapted: Manipulator [2020 – 2021]
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