Unspoken Bonds | S. Aizawa x Reader

xii. Back to "Normalcy"

Aizawa's heart sank for the extensive plane ride back to London, because he knew that a lot must've happened. He asked how long ago it was when he arrived in Recovery Girl's infirmary, but he had completely forgotten that the plane ride itself was many hours. He knew that by the time he got back, a day and a half would've already passed.

After the arrival, he got to the Walker Manor as soon as possible, only to see an unexpected sight. There [L/n] was, standing aside the Queen and seeming to explain things to her. Dozens upon dozens of men and women were being arrested and hauled off while the manor itself was taped off, most likely being searched through and examined by officials. He was completely and utterly astonished, because as far as he could tell, [L/n] seemed just fine, explaining, what he assumed to be the situation, to the Queen with a kind, knowledgeable smile on her face.

Could smiles be knowledgeable? Typically not, but [L/n] was special.

"Oh, Eraserhead!" The Queen called out, motioning for him to come over. He obliged, following up with a bow, and seeing relief flood his partners face, if only for a moment, made him feel even more relief.

"I heard what happened, and it's mighty unfortunate. I am glad to see that you are up and moving though." She spoke with gratitude and relief. "And again, thank you, thank both of you. I know it did not quite go as planned, but it all worked out in the end." And with that, the Queen did something that shocked both [L/n] and Aizawa.

She bowed.

"There's no need for that, Queen. As Heroes, it's what we do. Our job is to protect the public, no matter the cost." Aizawa spoke, the Queen standing up straight and looking at him with such a genuine smile it made [L/n]'s heart warm.

"And that is exactly why I asked the two of you, you did not do it for the publicity, you did not do it for the money, you did it for the people. And you two are great at what you do. Now, since it was undercover of course, the public will only know that it was stopped, but not by who. But believe me when I say this, I am eternally grateful for what you two have done. And we will be tracking down everyone who had their Quirk stolen to perform these Alterations."

[L/n] and Aizawa bowed, the Queen then placing a hand atop each of their heads. "Now, go home. The future generation of heroes has a lot to learn from the two of you." And just like that, the Queen had sent them off. The two went to, what was no longer exactly the Aizawa Manor, to collect what few things they had really brought with them. It was a quiet trip, but a quick one, as they were taken by car instead of carriage. Once inside however, the two finally interacted with one another.

Just a few steps into the manor, [L/n] felt fabric wrap around her torso and turn her around so that she was now facing her insomniac of a partner. "How are you?" He asked, not letting her look away.

"I'm perfectly fine Shouta." [L/n] replied with a kind, reassuring smile.

"What about your Quirk?" He inquired, knowing full and well that the second he was gone, something must've happened, as a part of the deal she made.

"They hooked me up to the glass you were forced to choose, but without you there I," she paused to take in a breath, now looking at him rather somberly. "I let all Hell break loose, Shouta. I activated my Quirk and I didn't care who or what was in my way. After what they-I- did to you, I was done." Sorry, Shouta, but what happened to my Quirk, it isn't your cross to bare.

"So your Sun, it's still as it should be?" He asked, relief immediately coursing through his veins.

"Yes, Shouta, the process started but I didn't let it finish, or even get past the first few seconds." I'm sorry, Shouta.