Balance (Shoto Todoroki x OP! reader)

Chapter 16- The sports festival?? And some flashbacks

The news of ALL MIGHT's possible arrival at UA spreads like wildfire, attracting a swarm of reporters as you make your way toward the school. Flashing lights blind you momentarily, and a barrage of questions comes at you from all directions. "Are you one of the students who fought at the USJ?" "Tell us about your experience facing those villains!" "Can you give us any updates on All Might's condition?" "Do you have any insights into the villains' whereabouts?" The questions bombard you, creating a chaotic atmosphere.

Deep inside, a primal force stirs. You can feel the transformation starting to take hold. Your skin begins to morph into scales, and an unsettling sensation creeps through your body. Despite the inner turmoil, you press on, determined to enter the school unnoticed. You navigate through the crowd, hoping no one suspects the monster lurking within you. Your teeth sharpen, and your nails grow longer, poised for action.

In the midst of the transformation, a battle of conflicting voices wages in your mind. Kill
them
all

urges one voice, a dark and violent desire that threatens to consume your thoughts. But another voice resists, reminding you of the innocence of those around you. "No, they are innocent people," you argue, desperately trying to hold on to your sanity. The beast within pushes back, tempting you with the taste of blood and the thrill of carnage. "Who cares? Their blood will be delectable," it whispers, luring you toward the abyss.

"No, I must stay calm. This is a school, and these people are not my enemies," you reason, struggling to regain control. But the beast persists, sowing seeds of doubt and paranoia. "Everyone here is a threat. You can't trust anyone. Remember, you made the mistake of revealing our secret to that boy. He could betray us, expose us to the enemy," it taunts, preying on your vulnerability.

A glimmer of faith remains within you. "No, he would never do such a thing. He's kind, trustworthy. I believe in him," you counter, trying to convince yourself that your friend can be trusted with your secret. But the beast within scoffs, reminding you of the harsh reality of the world. "In this world, trust is a luxury you cannot afford. That boy could be a spy for anyone. What will we do if he reveals your true nature, your unique 'quirk' unlike any other?"

The internal struggle intensifies, memories of past betrayals resurfacing. "I know the risks, I know what I'm doing," you assert, determined to hold on to your belief in your friend's loyalty.

The voice within grows even more menacing. "Do not forget the consequences of trusting someone outside our family. The pain they inflicted on us, we must never speak of it," it warns, evoking a dark and painful memory you've desperately tried to bury.

With a heavy heart and a sense of isolation, you enter the classroom of 1-A. Avoiding eye contact, you take your seat, hoping to go unnoticed. But the weight of the past and the haunting words of Levi weigh heavily on your mind. As you settle into your seat, a cold shiver runs down your spine, and the scars of betrayal and heartbreak resurface, threatening to unravel the fragile threads of your sanity

As your mind wanders back in time, you find yourself reliving the day you first crossed paths with him. It was two years ago when you were just thirteen, and the sun bathed the bustling city in its warm embrace. Your parents had entrusted you with the task of buying supplies for your upcoming vacation to Okinawa, and with a list in hand, you ventured out into the crowded streets.

Apologies filled the air as you maneuvered through the bustling sidewalks, attempting to avoid collisions with the hurried commuters. But amidst the chaos, someone shoved you aside, their impatience evident in their words. "Watch where you're walking, kid! Some people contribute to society."