1. The Same as Always
Chapter 1. The Same as Always
Aizawa
“Somehow, “ I can’t believe this is happening again... “every time a force majeure incident happens, “this is the third one this week... “you three, “and you’re not even six months old on provisional leave... “you’re always involved! “I felt my eyes burning so intensely that I was no longer sure if it was the effect of my quirk or my stress increasing exponentially.
Arriving at the scene of the incident, where, after watching the news, I realized that the considerable disaster that had caused gridlock in several streets, involved a trio of students who were always making waves, the same three who are proportionately promising and, shockingly problematic.
Midoriya, Bakugou and Todoroki were already being attended to by paramedics when I arrived at the epicenter of the commotion. The capture gun on my neck was more than ready to hang them upside down until they forgot their names, but I calmed down as I watched a group of people, from a distance, thank them.
As I understood it, Bakugou was doing a routine patrol when an explosion took place near a jewelry store. It was presumed to be a regular robbery until more explosions were recorded. Although the initial one was just a robbery, the angriest of the three realized that there was no apparent relation between them, for that reason, even though it was not part of his jurisdiction, he rushed to the place where he coincided with Midoriya, who presumed the same, I guess. As if the commotion wasn’t enough, nothing better than an extra trigger for the most phlegmatic of aspiring heroes.
Trying to stay out of sight of the intercessors, a policeman in charge expanded further on the details of what had happened. Apparently, while there was no connection between the incidents, this was exploited by a group of antisocials, whose identities are unknown at this time, as if it were in turn a distraction for a distraction?
“A distraction for a distraction? “I questioned
“That’s right, when the guys arrived at the scene, there was only debris and very few injured. It’s as if they just wanted to attract attention, but we don’t know why. “As the officer reviewed and showed me the recordings.
If there was one thing I knew about these types of incidents, it was that they are not random. Something was intended with all this, and I don’t think it was just to riot bystanders.
The agent went on to tell me that, while the aforementioned pair was trying to find the cause of the explosions, Todoroki noticed that the pipes were collapsing, breaking the concrete in their path, so, on his way to stop the disaster, he coincided with the other two, causing a coalition between the three of them. In short, they are still beginners.
The situation was soon brought under control, with the help of other heroes, but the damage had already been done. To make matters worse, Bakugou had started an argument with the red-haired man for ‘not doing his job well’ as if he had done it better. At that, Todoroki was trying to control the ashen man only for him to end up receiving the blast that was aimed at Midoriya. Just what was needed, for them to get into a fight with each other.
“Keep me posted as soon as you get more information. “I asked the uniformed man, directing my gaze towards the trio covered in bandages and lacerations “I have something more urgent to attend now.”
“You shouldn’t have reacted like that, Kacchan!”
“For the umpteenth time, IT WAS NOT INTENTIONAL! Something triggered it...”
“Like three days ago, near the lake? Katsuki...”
“THE STUPID NERD GOT IN THE WAY!”
“We had to redirect the waterway...!”
“That’s enough! “My blood was boiling and my eardrums were thundering. They looked like preschoolers and not professional hero prospects. “Since they have so much energy and we are about to start their second year at the academy, they will have to clean up the mess of the newcomers. “Various grimaces were present.
Since Hitoshi’s process to enter the academy, no, much earlier, when I applied, I had always thought it was unfair to those whose quirks were not physical or psychic in nature, so I had contemplated those other types of tests be performed to those interested in joining the academy, and what better than, this time they would be with students instead of mere robots? This would give them the opportunity to display their quirks without restrictions, while strategy, teamwork, intuition and cooperativeness would be put to the test, not only for the new aspiring heroes, but also for those whose experience was not mere improvisation.
“But” ....
“Aizawa Sense-” ...
“It wasn’t a question! “Pointing my eyes at the three of them. “Great conflicts, proportionate solutions. “As I surmised, while it was not my intention to communicate them under the circumstances, their faces did not fail to evince emotions that I was more than pleased to see. Fear, anticipation, anxiety, nervousness and, above all, determination. I had already communicated my proposals to Principal Nezu, all that was needed was the approval of the rest of the teachers and the Heroes Public Safety Commission (PSC) for it to be considered, and fortunately it was. It was still in its beta phase, but it was a start.
“Somehow, they would learn to control their impulses, whether they wanted to or not. And what better way to start than by cleaning up the debris in the academy’s training areas? “Just these new entrants were allowed to train in the various biomes to preview their possible areas of confrontation. While this gave them a certain advantage, as they could predict the possible maneuvers, they would be able to perform, and in real life not everything will be so convenient, they should implement strategies to enhance their quirks and skills.
Perhaps it would even motivate them to want to give their all, in order to train there again.
All three paled and their pupils dimmed. He could feel the stress emanating from their pores. However, superb at last, listening to Bakugou squeak, I understood that, perhaps I was being too soft “And they will do it without using their quirks. “And this mere phrase was enough for the last bit of life to leave their bodies to be replaced with the typical dread of helplessness and frustration “That’s enough. Go to the academy, you have a lot to do.
Providence or misfortune, whether you sense it or not, maybe having a taste of what you will have to face, while clearing the training area, you can prove that you are not just rookies and that, during the intense year you lived, both inside and outside the academy’s facilities, you did nothing but become stronger, more determined and intuitive.
“Why didn’t you tell them that they will be the next U.A. Big Three? “It was Nemuri, approaching with a couple of cups of coffee, while I was watching from the control room as the two-colored one tried to stop the blond from shoveling a shovel through the freckled one.
“Because it would be rewarding them for being impulsive and immature. “I replied, massaging my brow. Just thinking about the mess, they did made my blood boil.
“Really? I thought you did a good job of introducing them. I thought you did a good job introducing them to the world of heroes. In fact, “reaching for my coffee “I feel I have some great soles to fill.
“You’ll do well, though you have no idea what you’re in for. “Taking a sip of the coffee, bitter, black and dark; my favorite. “But you can ask me for help or advice if you need it.
“It must not be for long “at the same time his voice was interrupted by an explosion.”
“Bakugou, you will stay one more hour! “I announced over the megaphone as Midoriya and Todoroki dusted themselves off from the explosion. “You were saying? “Directing my gaze to the black-haired girl, who snorted, leaning back in the chair next to me.
She would be in charge of the sophomores, and I’m sure this would be an experience she would never forget, just as I never did.
It was already past 9 pm and their faces reflected an obvious tiredness.
“That’s enough for today, tomorrow they will continue. You are dismissed, unless you wish to continue with the next biome. “It seemed that their souls were slipping out of their bodies.
“Don’t scare them, Aizawa. “Leaning his arm on my shoulder. “You guys can go.”
“You haven’t had the first day of school and you’re already patronizing.”
“I think they’ve had enough for today, besides, they look calmer. “Or so it seemed. As they walked away on their way to their dorm, Todoroki stood like a barricade in the middle of the other two.
“I hope to instill as much authority in them as you do.”
“You don’t have to be like me, just see to it that they don’t kill themselves in the process of being better heroes, that’s enough. “On the way to the dorms. “They have the skill and abilities of a professional, but not the maturity. They are nothing more than a trio of brats. “However, I must admit they are very skilled, too bad they don’t make the most of their full potential. “Having to be the authority figure to the newcomers will make them think about your influence on the younger ones.
“You sound like quite a father. “That was the last thing I expected to hear from her. That inescapably made me uncomfortable. I guess I was grateful to have my hair down so as not to show my reaction.
“Don’t be fooled by their brainy facades, they’re a walking disaster. “Steadying my step.”
It is imperative, a silent and implicit need, for the new heroes to be more assertive, empathetic, determined; courageous. I can’t help but watch the highest exponents of excellence try not to lose their temper as they clean up the debris of those they are meant to inspire, and think that, that momentum is in danger of being extinguished by unimaginable shadows.
The threat of the League of Villains and all their followers is ever more latent. I cannot help but think that this is but the calm before the storm.
We just needed to be assertive, and I really hope it’s not too late.
