Chapter 189: Chapter 187:- Meeting Ryukyu
Izuku dried his face with a towel and walked into the living room, his mind already on the plans for the day. As he sat down, Maki contacted him.
"Izuku," she started, a mischievous grin playing on her lips through the video call, "Midnight-sensei is dying to meet you. I've seduced her just like you asked."
"Great work, Maki," Izuku replied, a hint of a smile crossing his face. "Keep her distracted and keep the charm on.
We need her attention diverted from everything else so that when I seduce her, she doesn't notice anything and shuts off her logical brain.
Although I hardly believe she has a logical side, we still don't need to take any unnecessary chances. Seduce her more."
Maki nodded, her grin widening. "Consider it done."
Meanwhile, in a conference room at the Hero Association headquarters, Endeavor was surrounded by concerned heroes. His frustration was palpable, but he had a rather defeated look.
"Fuyumi is out of the question, we won't get any help from her." Endeavor sighed, and before the others could say anything, he continued, "She's left the house, and I have no idea where she is. I won't be able to participate in hero activities for the time being. My family is in shambles, and I need to fix this before it goes beyond help."
Nezu, Gran Torino, Eraserhead, and other heroes exchanged worried glances. They tried to reason with him, but Endeavor's anger was unwavering.
"Endeavor," Nezu began, his voice calm but firm, "we can offer assistance. Maybe there's something we can do to help stabilize your situation."
Gran Torino nodded. "Your family is important, but the city needs you too. We can find a way to balance both responsibilities."
Eraserhead added, "We have resources and people who can help. Let us support you."
"I've lost my daughter," Endeavor continued, his voice breaking slightly. "And now my wife is romantically involved with someone else. All I have left are my two sons. If I don't do anything now, I'll lose them as well."
Silence fell over the room as the heroes absorbed Endeavor's words, realizing there was nothing they could do to ease his pain. Endeavor sighed as he left the meeting, saying, "Good luck with your mission," as he exited the room in silence.
Meanwhile, in Okinawa, Momo was sitting with Ryukyu, the dragon hero, in a quiet café. The café was a serene spot, chosen specifically for its privacy.
It was their break time, and Momo had suggested the location to have an uninterrupted conversation.
"Why did you decide to become a hero, Ryukyuu san?" Momo asked gently, sensing there was more to her story than met the eye.
Ryukyu sighed, her gaze distant. "When I was a child, my parents were killed in a villain attack. They died protecting me. From that moment, I vowed to become a hero, to protect others so that no one would have to go through what I did."
Listening to her, Momo was very shocked, which turned into a look of sadness. Something that didn't go unnoticed by Ryukyuu as she asked, "Are you feeling pity for me, if so then please don't, I wouldn't like it."
"No, it just reminded me of my parents, even my parents died protecting me, that too when I had received the acceptance letter from UA." Said Momo as she had a sad look on her face.
Ryukyuu's eyes softened as she held Momo's hand and said, "I'm so sorry for your loss,"
"And you know what the worst is, it was my uncle who killed my parents and wanted me dead as well, and the local pro heroes helped him," said Momo with a look of sadness and anger.
Ryukyuu listening to this was ashamed, feeling the guilt for a pro hero killing her parents as well as sorry for making her remember that again.
"I'm really sorry for what happened, as a pro hero, I'm quite ashamed of it," said Ryukyuu as she stood from her seat and bowed 90°.
"You don't need to apologise for it, it isn't your fault," said Momo urging Ryukyuu to sit down.
"Still I'm so sorry for what happened to you," said Ryukyuu as she sat.
"It's okay Ryukyuu san, don't feel guilty for it," said Momo
"Is your uncle under arrest yet? Why did he try to get rid of you and your family?" Asked Ryukyuu.
"Because he was involved in corruption, and my family was very righteous, so he wanted to get rid of us as well as get a hold of our estate and wealth." Said Momo.
"Where are you living then? How are you doing, aren't you still in danger, wouldn't your uncle try to attack you and try to get rid of you again?" Asked Ryukyuu in worry.
"No he's gone underground, and I'm living with Toji, he is protecting me, and now that I'm in the UA, he won't act recklessly now that I've proved my worth and my capabilities." Said Momo
"Are you sure about it? If you want I can arrange for you to stay with me, as a pro hero I can protect you better, afterall you are like my little sister," said Ryukyuu worried for Momo's well being.
"Yes Ryukyuu san, I'm sure, and don't worry about me, now that Toji has got provisional licence he can use his quirk openly to protect me.
Plus what you saw in the sports festival was just a fraction of his true powers, in fact even I have not seen the true potential of his quirk, so don't worry he can protect me well, pl-plus I'm in l-love with him," said Momo with a blush on her face.
Seeing which Ryukyuu laughed saying, "I understand, tell me if you need any help, think of me as your big sister,"
"I'll definitely let you know if I need any help," said Momo to which Ryukyuu nodded happily.
Momo listened intently, her heart aching for Ryukyu. "What are your goals now?"
Ryukyu hesitated, her expression troubled. "I wanted to create a world where people could live without fear, but it feels like we're not getting anywhere.
There's so much corruption, so many obstacles. I had a hunch that some of the heroes are involved in it as well. Now that you said about pro heroes involved in killings, I'm sure of it. It feels like my goals will never be achieved."
Momo leaned forward, her eyes bright with determination. "I know someone who can help you achieve your goals. Someone who can make a real difference."
Ryukyu's eyes lit up with hope. "Who is it? I'd love to meet them."
Momo smiled, feeling a surge of excitement but she didn't show it on her face. "Think it through first, his methods aren't conventional, in fact they are absurd, it can be conflicting with your ideals, are you sure about it," asked Momo making sure she's ready for it.
"I understand, as it is it looks like the conventional methods won't work in achieving my goals knowing pro heroes are involved in corruption and now killings as well" said Ryukyuu
"Then I can arrange a meeting with him. He's someone who truly believes in making a change."
Ryukyu eagerly agreed, and Momo quickly informed Izuku.
Izuku was pleased with both Maki and Momo's progress. "You've done well," he told them. "We'll meet Ryukyu first. One meeting should be enough for her. Midnight will need more time, but we'll make it happen."
The next day, Izuku met with Ryukyu in a private room at a quiet, upscale restaurant. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation. Soft music played in the background, and the room was dimly lit, providing an intimate setting for their discussion.
"Are you the person Momo spoke of?," Ryukyu said, extending her hand. "Momo speaks highly of you."
Izuku shook her hand firmly. "It's an honor to meet you, Ryukyu. Momo told me about your goals, and I believe we can achieve them together."
Ryukyu's eyes sparkled with hope. "I'm willing to do whatever it takes."
Izuku smiled warmly. "Are you sure about it? Momo hasn't even told you my name yet, neither have I, you sure you wanna trust someone you don't even know the name of?" Asked Izuku.
"Yeah sorry about it, I was too hasty, and yeah it did feel strange, I asked Momo to tell me your name but she didn't." Said Ryukyuu feeling confused.
"Because if she had told you, then you wouldn't have come here, or you would have called other heroes here with you," said Izuku.
"Of course not, I'm not stupid, why would I do something like that, when it's Momo who introduced me to you," said Ryukyuu nonchalantly.
"Because I am Thanatos," said Izuku as he showed his face.
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