Chapter II - A Taste of What's In Store

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"Why?" I mutter. "I'm thankful but I have to know. Why did you take us in?"

I finished my training with my mentor, United States Number Two Hero, Soulius. During our bout, I will admit, I was not at my best. So much has happened in so little time. The night I thought I was going to be arrested, my brother and I were taken in by the pro hero to rest. The next day, I find myself working under Soulius as a tech operator and training with her. As for Caleb, he gets to attend school another day.

"It is quite simple," She answers. "I didn't want you to lose your future. Especially after you were willing to sacrifice yourself for your brother."

"Still, I--"

"I know", Soulius interrupts. "Let's not worry about that now but the task at hand."

She sits me down and continues.

"I'm aware you have trained in case of conflict," I nod my head. "You have a year's time to hone your skill and quirk, training your mind, body, and soul."

Soulius turns her back to me, and with great speed, she sends a straight right punch my way. On instinct, I catch her punch in my palm.

"Well done," She smirks. "You got a head start. By the time I'm finished with you, UA won't know what hit 'em."

My eyes widen and I take time to process what was said. Did she just say UA?

"Wait, that school's in Japan though! What do I have to do there?!"

"I can only teach you so much, Adonis." She answers. "Truth be told, you don't have much here in New York or the country for that matter. Thanks to my connections to a special program, you will be studying abroad at the best school they have to offer."

"When much is given, much is required," I say." What's the catch?"

"No catch, Adonis. Just an opportunity of a lifetime." She smiles. "But if you want a catch, just make sure to come back home and celebrate when you go pro. Your treat, hahaha."

At that moment, words cannot explain how lucky I am. The tears well up and roam down my face. All I can do is wrap my arms around Soulius and thank her, over and over again. She gladly welcomes my embrace smiling.

"I promise. I will work hard to make you proud, Soulius."

"I'm counting on it."

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Right now, I am sitting outside of the headmaster's office. Nervousness takes over me as I am hunched over, legs shaking with my stomach churning nonstop. Thank goodness my palms aren't sweaty or I would really lose my composure.

Despite the fact that the faculty may know about me from Soulius, I still must uphold a good first impression. As if that isn't difficult enough.

The door finally opens to Midnight giving me a thumbs up to come in. I take a deep breath. The moment I exhale, I slowly walk near the door.

You got this, Adon. It'll be okay. I mean, you're already in... right? I think to myself.

I put my hand on the doorknob, mentally prepare myself, and walk in.

I enter the office, standing before the pro heroes. Of course, Midnight and Present Mic is there. To my surprise, Japan's number one hero, the Symbol of Peace, All Might is here as well. I always knew he was big but seeing him in real life is surreal. He salutes with his signature, pearly white smile. Instead of admiring him like a fanboy, I simply nod my head and smile.

Kishi Kaisei (My Hero Academia x Male!OC)
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