A Villain Chick

Light In The Darkness

Izuku POV:

I wander around until I see a familiar black feathered head. I sigh.

"Hey, Tokoyami was it?" I asked, waving at Hawks' chickling.

"Yes?" He asked. The bird-headed student seemed skeptical of me. But I can't really blame him, not only had I attacked his class multiple times, but also he was one of the two targets at the hero course's training camp.

"Look, normally I'd avoid heroes at all cost," I started, sounding really tick. Not really at the UA student, but at that fucking flame bastard. "But I really need to vent right now. Are you free to talk? You don't have to answer. HECK! You don't even have to believe me! but please I really could use someone to talk to."

"Very well," I looked at him, stunned. "A hero's job is to help others, I plan on being an underground hero, the spotlight isn't my thing. So what kind of hero would I be if I didn't at least hear your side of the story."

"That was... oddly reassuring..." I thought UA only had the most spotlight, money, and fame seeking heroes out there. 'Maybe they're not ALL bad...'

Tokoyami took me to his work study dorm. I explained my side of the story. The pain Endeavor put me through, All Might's rejection, even Kacchan's bullying.

"Hmm," Tokoyami didn't sound like he was dismissing my claims, if anything he sounded like he BELIEVED me. "I knew Bakugou was a jerk, but how he treated you was unfair. I know how much the darkness can consume a person unless given the right leadership to follow. Hawks may be a bit flashy for my liking- but he's a better teacher than All Might that's for sure."

I only nodded. Remembering how Hawks was merciful and kind enough to not send me back to jail. Opting to instead punish me and forgive me. I sighed.

"What the fuck is wrong with me..."

"Nothing, it's everyone else who has a problem, that's what Hawks taught me. He showed me that even in darkness there is light. Light that is only visible if you want to see it. It seems you want to see it, but are afraid to. Even though many others may judge you. I see myself in your own darkness."

I look up at the mini-bird. My eyes were brimming with tears- "You have no idea how much that means to me..."

"Then trust my words," The boy said, looking at a wall. I think he was trying to do that- Ominously look into the distance thing- but inside it didn't have the desired effect, if anything it was comedic. "Hawks is a great parental figure. If you need to get anything off your chest, he'll listen and comfort you."

I make a small sound of acknowledgement. The bird leaves, and I get up. I stretch a bit. I sighed as I looked out the window of Hawks' agency. My arms resting on the window seal.

"Maybe heroes aren't all bad..."