The Ultimate Hunter: Bloodhound

I-Island Pt. 2

Izuku and Anan had made it to their hotel within a few minutes. They had checked in and went to their room, finding a rather nice hotel room. Anan brought one detail to Izuku's attention.

Anan: "Huh, two beds. Looks like you're safe from me tonight Izuku."

Izuju went red which earned a laugh from Anan.

Anan: "Kidding, kidding."

She placed her luggage on the bed she was claiming and Izuku did the same with the other. Before he began to unpack however, he looked out the window to see a great view. They were on the third highest floor of the hotel, which gave them a bird's eye view of the part of the island the window was facing.

Izuku: "At least we have a good view."

Anan stepped over to look out it. From their room tgy could see much of the greenery around the section they were in along with the artificial lake close by.

Anan: "Yeah we do. Wonder how deep that water is."

Izuku: "We could ask."

Anan chuckled.

Anan: "Maybe. Now, we need to get unpacked and explore, wouldn't you say?"

Izuku smiled and nodded.

Anan: "Just be sure not to peek when I change into my costume."

Another round of blushing and slight laughter later and they began unpacking.

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Anan and Izuku stepped out of the hotel, now in their costumes. While Anan would obviously be recognized more than Izuku would, his involvement in the Hosu incident had given him the slightest amounts of fame. It's not everyday a group of high-schoolers beat an experienced serial killer with multiple heros within his list of victims after all. They had both opted to wear their respective helmets and masks as Izuku was still a bit afraid of too many connections being made. After a bit of walking, they came across a show room displaying many different support items.

Anan: "Wanna go inside? There might be something interesting in here."

Izuku: "Sure."

They walked inside of the large room and began to check out the items. A few even had videos next to them, showing them in action.

Anan: "These are amazing."

Izuku: "Yeah. To think these are all in use. Too bad none of these are functioning models."

Anan: "Ah well, it's part of their security. Can't steal what you can't get to."

They then passed a display with two very familiar support items.

Izuku: "Hey, it's Artur and a pulse blade!"

Anan: "Yeah it is. Huh. Didn't know your father worked here."

Izuku: "Neither did I. Maybe we can find him?"

Anan: "Yeah, let's do it. As long as you're with me, we should be free to go anywhere on the island."

As they left the room they noticed Uraraka, Tsu, and Jirou walking in, though the group didn't seem to notice them.

Izuku: "Weird. I understand Bakugo and Kirishima being here, but how did those three get here before the public showings?"

Anan: "I don't know."

The couple continued on, eventually finding their way to the main section of I-Island where all the scientists and support developers worked. On their way they noticed Kaminari and Mineta working at a café and Todoroki participating in some sort of timed challenge game. As they walked up to the main doors of the developmental building, a security guard stopped them.

Guard: "Halt! I'm sorry, but guests aren't allowed inside at this time. Please tur-"

???: "It's alright Mister Thorn, Thirteen and her plus one are more than welcome."

The three looked to see a man with light brown hair, glasses, and a wearing a lab coat walk out of the building. While he had a smile on his face, it was clear he was upset over something.

Guard: "Oh, Doctor Shield! Of course! Though it would be better if we knew their name."

Dr. Shield: "Of course. So, what is your name?"

The guard and the scientist looked to Izuku.

Izuku: "Izuku Midoriya. My hero name is Bloodhound."

The two men's eyes widened for a second in recognition.

Dr. Shield: "Midoriya you say? If you're looking for Hisashi, his personal lab is on the eighth floor. Let me take you up."

Izuku: "There's no need, you were leaving after all."

The man chuckled and waved his statement off.

Dr. Shield: "Not at all. I was just stepping for some air. Come."

He turned around and led both Izuku and Anan up to Hisashi's lab. He stopped once they reached the door.

Dr. Shield: "I have some calls to make so I'll be leaving you two here. I hope you have a great reunion with your father."

With that, he turned around and headed back down the hall, entering a room Izuku assumed was his own lab.

Anan: "Ready?"

Izuku looked to her, noticing she had retracted the front portion of her helmet. Izuku took his off and let the respirator dangle from his head.

Izuku: "Yeah, I am."

He turned to the door, and knocked. A couple seconds later the door swung open, revealing the black, disheveled mass of hair Izuku was so familiar with.

Hisashi: "Izuku?"

Instead of answering, Izuku just hugged him. Hisashi wrapped his arms around Izuku.

Hisashi: "I'm happy to see you too. Why don't the two of you come in so we can catch up?"

Izuku: "I'd like that. Anan?"

Anan: "Of course."

Hisashi then let them into his lab and the door closed.

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David Shield sat behind his desk, dialed a number, and brought the phone to his ear. The person on the other end picked up.

???: "Hello?"

Dr. Shield: "Be ready, and remember, no casualties Wolfram."

A dark chuckle was heard.

Wolfram: "Of course."

The call, while brief ended. The man then left the room, allowing Sam, his assistant to step out of the shadows, his own phone up to his ear.

Sam: "You heard my boss. I trust everything is in order, Mr. Blisk."

A hearty laugh and a cough came from the phone.

Blisk: "Yes. Have no worries, the Apex Predators will deliver, as long as we're paid."

The call ended, and plots unknown to anyone had just begun.