Demons and Roses (Tododeku AU)

Chapter 3

{Deku's POV}
"What does Endeavor's son have to do with his contract?!" I shouted, instantly regretting it as father glared at me.

"Fifteen years ago, Endeavor and I made a contract stating that I would ensure his son would be born with his desired quirk." He explained, "In return he would reap five-hundred souls who are damned for Hell."

I froze, trying to process what I'd just heard. Five-hundred sinners?! For someone as famous as Endeavor he'd never be able to kill that many people. Much less get away with it!

"However." He continued, "Endeavor hasn't even come close to reaching his quota. Starting tomorrow he has one year to reap the sinners he promised me before I take his son's soul."

"But then what do you need me for?" I ask, "If the deal is in your favor, why do you need me to monitor them?"

"I want you to motivate Endeavor." He responds, smirking evilly.

I clench my fists, trying keep myself from bursting out again. I know what he means when he says to "motivate" Endeavor. He wants me to threaten him. He's also getting someone who didn't sign the contract involved. I knew my father was cruel but this is unfair! However, I held my tongue as to not worsen the situation.

"Do you accept my offer?" He asks.

"Yes." I reply. Not like I have much choice.

"Good. You'll be starting tomorrow. Dabi will provide you with the files you'll need. You may take your leave now."

I get up and walk out of the dining hall without saying a word.

"I wouldn't want to be you right now." Said Dabi, who was waiting outside for me. He hands me the a small stack of files that I'm assuming contains information on the Todoroki family.

"I have have one piece of advice for you." Dabi says while resting his hand on my shoulder. "Don't get attached to clients or potential clients. You'll only regret it in the end."

I nod and we part ways. Upon arriving in my room I sit down and open Endeavor's son, Shoto Todoroki's, file. It has a few photos of him that I started to look through. His hair is split down the middle with red on his left and white on his right. His right eye is gray and his left is turquoise with a painful looking burn around it.

I look over the files of him and his immediate family. They only contain general information, nothing personal. Although one family member is reported to be dead. Endeavor's eldest son, Touya Todoroki. Although the files don't contain the details of his death.

After about two hours I set the files down on my nightstand before showering and getting ready for bed. When I go to brush my teeth I get a good look at myself in the mirror. I don't dislike my horns and wings, just the events that lead up to getting them. They're a constant reminder of the pain I suffered when coming to Hell. How I'm trapped down here with no way out.

I push away those depressing thoughts. 'Things are different now.' I tell myself. 'Because I'm finally going home.'
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Day 4
{Todoroki's POV}
The same person has been tailing me to and from school for the past three days. They wear a black cap that covers their face, a black hoodie, pants, and red shoes. I thought it was a coincidence at first, but now I'm not so sure.

Even now that person has been following me since I first exited the school. I glance behind me and see them look away from me like they didn't want to be found out. It's a little too late for that.

That's when I get an idea. I turn down an alleyway, far enough that no one would see me. Everyone except for my stalker. I pull out a sticky-note and pen, and write down a message for them. I stick it on the wall and leave the way I came.

After a few minutes I look back and see they're not following me anymore. Looks like they got my note. I sigh, and turn around to head back to UA's entrance where I'll meet my stalker.

Word count: 714

Sorry for the wait and that it's so short