𝐅𝐀𝐊𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐘𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐃 ᝰ k. bakugo

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CHAPTER TWENTY
❛  hawks agency ❜

TODAY WAS THE day that 1-A would leave for their respective agencies. Everyone was prepared to work alongside pro-heroes, soon to gain real life hero experience. You had multiple work-study options to choose from, but ultimately made your final decision.

Hawks; the current no. 2 hero in Japan.

You were beyond flattered— the no. 2 hero had chosen you and Tokoyami, out of thousands of students. He had requested to speak with you,  one-on-one, detailing how impressed he was by your skill. You never expected such a prominent figure in the hero world to acknowledge your talent, let alone requesting to work together. You happened to be a fan of Hawks as well. Your inner-child was more than excited to be summoned by him.

Staring back at Hawks, who sat casually at his desk, you pulled on the hero-suit that clung tightly to your thighs. You were nervous— and the more you worried, the more you sweated. Standing beside you was Tokoyami, who wasn't nearly as nervous as you. This was his second time working under Hawks, so he was far more experience with his work-style.

"I gotta say— i'm lovin' the costumes, guys." He complimented, smiling as he leaned back in his office chair. "I've done my research, and i'm pretty impressed. Tokoyami, I've never seen a quirk as interesting as yours— you're a real stunner. And (L/n), that fire-breathing move you pulled at the sports festival? That shit totally blew me away, your quirk's powerful— like a frickin' dragon!" You and Tokoyami bowed simultaneously, appreciating the compliments from the pro-hero. You've always admired Hawks and his success, especially at his age. He was a mere twenty-two, less than ten years from your own age. Becoming the no. 2 hero as quick as him was truly impressive, and it made you wonder where you'd end up at his age.

"Ever thought about working for any hero agencies?" He questioned, skimming through a pile of paperwork. "Possibly, my company?"

You and Tokoyami exchanged knowing glances. While riding the train from Musutafu to Kyushu, you both discussed your pro-hero aspirations.  Of course neither of you would mind working under a pro-hero, but the end goal was to own your own agencies, solidifying your names in the world of heroes.

"I'd like to own my own agency, sir. Whatever means it takes to get there, I'll do." You answered. Tokoyami nodded his head.

"The same goes for me as well; I don't mind working for another pro-hero, but the end goal is owning an agency." Hawks hummed, tilted his head at your responses. He then held up a dingy yellow cloth, waving it in the air.

"See this?" The two of you nodded. "Take it from me— anything goes. Think you can handle that?" You and Tokoyami perked up. Only a few minutes in, and you had to spar the no. 2 pro-hero himself?!

"Yes, sir!"

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Exhausted pants escaped your chapped lips as you stared at Hawks, who casually stretched his limbs in preparation for the fourth round of sparring. The cloth he possessed hung from his belt loop, untouched by the two of you. The difference in your experience was evident— Hawks was prepared for every move the two of you pulled.

"Alright," He began, "We've sparred a few rounds, I think it's time we get serious, yeah?" You glared at him, annoyed by sarcastic comment. Wiping the sweat that dripped from your brow, you prepared your battle stance once again, Tokoyami doing the same.

Hawks grinned in excitement, cracking his bruised knuckles, "You ready? Start!"

You immediately sprinted toward the pro-hero, your fist flaming and ready to strike. In a split second, he flapped his wings, propelling himself into the air. The large gust of wind knocked you backward, extinguishing your flame in the process. The feathers and debris that was carried by the wind disrupted your eyes, blinding you momentarily. You cursed, struggling to rub your eyes free of the dirt. Tokoyami began his pursuit after Hawks, dark shadow emerging from his back. The creature began snapping toward Hawks, unable to reach him.

"You can't defeat me if you can't catch me!" He mocked the two of you from above, soaring casually through the air. You cursed. Using your quirk to it's fullest potential would disrupt Tokoyami in the process. Hawks flexed his wings, the breeze gently ruffling his blood red feathers. You and Tokoyami stared in confusion, before coming to a realization. Stiff feathers began shooting out of his wings, aiming directly toward the two of you. You attempted to evade his attacks, but due to being fatigued, you weren't quick enough to dodge. A handful of feathers managed to graze your skin, leaving a few wounds that had sliced through your skin.

"(L/n)!" Tokoyami yelled, looking back toward you. He was distracted, and ended up getting sliced by a multitude of feathers. Dark shadow screeched in pain. Ignoring the wounds, Tokoyami let out a yell as he rushed toward Hawks, the adrenaline numbing the few injuries he had sustained. Using your quirk to heat the air, you managed to char a few feathers that were heading toward Tokoyami, giving him a better opening to strike.

Dark shadow emerged once again, much larger than usual, propelling himself into Hawks. The impact sent the pro-hero flying into his agency, leaving a large crack in the building. You couldn't let Tokoyami have all the fun, now.

Planting your feet onto the ground, a large explosion emitted from your feet, sending you through the air and toward the pro-hero. He was momentarily caught off guard, and you took the opportunity to deliver a flaming kick mid-air. Your foot slammed into the pro-hero's shoulder, sending him down crashing into concrete below.

You plummeted after him, landing roughly on your feet. You gasped for air, holding your abdomen as you watched Hawks rise to his feet.

"Damn, not bad," Hawks chuckled, rubbing his aching shoulder. "But, you still don't have my—" Holding up the dingy yellow cloth that the two of you fought for, Hawks was left speechless. He smirked, looking down.

"You win. I'm impressed, nobody has ever bested me as fast as you too." You collapsed to your knees. You've been sparring for hours, how have the two of you managed to beat him the fastest?! Looking down at his phone, Hawks facepalmed.

"Well, looks like I've got word of criminal activity not too far from here." He stood up, dusting off his battered clothes. "A heroes work is never over, you'll come to realize that over the next few weeks. Come on, let's go." You and Tokoyami exchanged tired looks, knowing you'd be worked to the bone during your entire work-studies experience.