Summary:
Centipeder takes the stand with the intent to slander Dabi's and Keigo's character.
Dabi trusts that Nighteye won't let that happen.
Notes:
I'm baaaaack! Sorry there was an extra week between last chapter and this one -- it took me a little bit of workshopping before I settled on a direction I generally liked for this chapter. I will admit, it isn't my faaaavorite, but I'm overall okay with the general direction! I figured if I spent any more time on it, I'd never be satisfied with it. I have the next few chapters better outlined, so hopefully I'll be able to get those out on my usual weekly Sunday update schedule! 🫡
This week's chapter summary if Dabi wrote it directly:
"Centipeder takes the stand kisses ass with the intent to slander Dabi's and Keigo's character feel like he has any meaning in his fucking disgusting ass life.
Dabi trusts that can't wait for Nighteye won't let that happen to tear the motherfucker apart."
(See the end of the chapter for .)
Chapter Text
"The defense would like to call Pro Hero Centipeder to the stand."
"Fucking what?" Dabi scoffed under his breath in disbelief. He caught Aizawa's eye as the man gave him a warning look to keep quiet. The last thing he needed to do was give the judges an opportunity to kick him out of the courtroom–he'd already gotten more warnings than he probably deserved. So he let out an irritated huff but complied and shut his mouth.
His eyes flicked over to the gallery, face twisting into a scowl as Centipeder appeared. The bug strutted forward with his chest puffed out and a smug look on his face. Dabi's glare sharpened.
What could he possibly contribute? he thought as the hero took his seat on the witness stand.
As Centipeder turned to face the courtroom, he very purposely avoided looking at the plaintiff's table. It wasn't like when Keigo had been averting his eyes from the president–that had clearly been borne of discomfort and anxiety.
No. Centipeder wasn't looking at them because he didn't think they were worth his time.
It ground against Dabi's nerves. Not even fucking Endeavor had the audacity.
"Pro Hero Centipeder," Shimizu began lightly, pulling all eyes onto him as he approached the stand. "Would you please state your relation to this case?"
"Certainly, counselor," Centipeder practically purred.
Kiss ass, Dabi mocked.
"I am Juzo Moashi, also known as Pro Hero Centipeder. I played an integral part in the initial investigation that brought Dabi into the custody of UA," Centipeder stated. "I was part of the team that enacted his initial interrogation, as well as the team that set up the parameters of said custody."
Interrogation? Dabi had to keep himself from laughing out loud. The way he remembered it, the bitch had tried to intimidate him, and Dabi had thrown insults into his face until the guy gave up and slammed the door on his way out.
"So you would say that you've spent a lot of time around Dabi?"
"I would."
Dabi suppressed the urge to roll his eyes when Shimizu made a show of perking up at the response.
"Then perhaps, Centipeder, you could grant us some clarity on a certain issue," he supplied. "As the prosecution presents it, Touya Todoroki has been the picture of benevolence. What are your thoughts on the matter?"
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