The Troubles of Love (Endeavor x Reader AU 2)

Chapter 10

To celebrate getting (name) and Midoriya Izuku back, the family was planning a small get-together. They invited both Midoriyas. They graciously accepted.

Four days before the event, Enji came home angry. None of them had ever seen him as pissed as he was. He stormed into his study without speaking. (name) glanced at Toshinori before following.

They knocked softly. "Enji? Can I come in?" When they heard a gruff 'yes,' they entered. "How're you doing, baby?"

He sighed. "I found out something about the H.P.S.C."

"Wanna tell me about it?" They stood between his desk and chair. They rubbed his shoulders lightly.

"They're training children to be heroes. And not in a...humane way. Nothing like how I'm training Touya & Shoto."

(name) hummed. They continued to massage him & let him rant.

"I think they're abusing them," he said. "I was talking to the president, and a kid with red wings came up. He was covered in bandages. He grabbed me and didn't let go."

"Did he tell you anything?"

"Not in front of the president. She left for a little bit. The kid said his name was Takami Keigo. When I asked about the injuries, he said they were from 'training.' The president came back before I could ask anything else." He pulled (name) into his lap & buried himself in their chest.

They sat in silence as they processed. (name) told him he should investigate. He agreed & promised he would.

"Dad?" Fuyumi asked from behind the door.

"Come in, sweetie," the pro answered.

Fuyumi and Touya came inside. They looked worried as they approached their parents.

"Why were you so mad earlier?" Touya asked.

Enji sighed. He should have expected them to think they did something. "I just had a shitty day at work. It had nothing to do with you kids." He held the three of them tightly. "I love you."

"What happened?" Fuyumi wondered aloud.

"The commission is acting stupid," (name) answered. They kissed their husband & stood. "Now, who's going to me help with dinner?"

* * *

Enji called them the next day. He said he needed them & told them to get to the agency ASAP. Since their kids were at school, they left Tomura & Toshinori at home.

When (name) got there, he practically dragged them into his office.

"Honey-" they started. They were cut off with a kiss. Surprised, they leaned in. After a moment, he let them go.

"I'm sorry, (name)," Enji whispered. "I just needed to calm down."

They sat on the couch. "It's fine. So, did you call for a make-out session, or is there an actual reason?"

Enji chuckled, then frowned. "It's the commission. They've admitted to abusing them."

(name)'s eyes widened. "How? Why?"

"To build up their pain tolerance," he told them. "I...won't say how. Remember Keigo? He told me everything they were doing to him."

They tried to slow their breathing. The H.P.S.C. was supposed to advocate for good. And they were hurting children? They couldn't believe it. They asked what was going to happen.

"Well, all the kids have families to go back to. All except for Keigo. His father, Takami Kohaku, was a criminal; one I arrested."

"And his mother?"

"She's..." Enji sighed. "She's clinically insane. Takami abused both of them. After I brought him in, they were homeless. Then the commission took them in."

Suddenly, it clicked for (name).

"Let me guess," they said with a smile. "You brought me here to ask if we can bring him home. Is that right?"

He looked sheepish. "I guess I can't lie to you. He's staying here while we're working things out. Do you want to meet him?"

They nodded. He gave them a quick kiss before leaving. They thought about what it would be like to have Keigo live with them.

The two of them had talked about (having/adopting) kids of their own. They'd decided, however, that it wasn't for them. Their kids were still fairly young, anyway. But (name) was starting to change their mind. They enjoyed having Tomura around, even if he'd be moving out in a few weeks. They supposed one more kid would be alright.

They smiled gently when Enji and Keigo entered. The two sat on the other couch. The boy was holding a small Endeavor plush. (name) noticed how tightly he clung to their husband as well.

"Keigo, I'd like you to meet my spouse, Todoroki (name)," Enji said softly.

He looked at them. "Hi."

"Hey kid," they greeted. "You look like a big fan of Endeavor."

He smiled and nodded. As they talked, (name) watched as he relaxed. He smiled more and moved away from Enji - although he still held his hand. He excitedly talked about wanting to be like Endeavor. When they talked about their kids, he hung onto every word.

As they were wrapping up, he asked what was going to happen to him. (name) looked at their husband before answering. "Well, first, I think you should meet our kids. After that...Keigo, would you like to stay with us? At least for a little while."

His eyes widened as he looked between them. Enji nodded and smiled. Keigo jumped up and gave them a hug. They realized he was crying. The pro walked around and joined them. He pulled them both into his arms.

"Don't worry, Keigo," he whispered. "We'll take care of you."

"He should come to the get-together," (name) said. They rubbed his back and kissed his crown. "Would you like that, sweetie? You'll meet the kids and a few of their friends, too."

Keigo looked up; the smile on his face was so bright it almost matched All Might's. He nodded. "I can't wait!"