Drowning. (Shoto Todoroki x OC)

Into Your World

Todoroki's eyes became wide..

"Why would I help you? Like I said we are rivals." He coldly spat.

Mizuko clutched her chest. "Come on now. Your dream is to be number one. My dream is to be a helpful hero. We aren't rivals... if anything I would help you reach your goal of number one if you would please help me!"

Oh gosh. Was that too direct?

She closed her eyes waiting for the impact of Todoroki's next words to explode. She wanted his help more than anything right now.

"Why would you help me?" He spoke softly. She opened her eyes confused. She was not expecting that reply.

She approached him and reached up to put a hand on his shoulder. She looked him in the eye and said, "Todoroki, I need to get stronger for someone. I'm sorry but I need to learn how to create ice to make them happy. But I understand how forward I was. Let me show you that I will be your friend and support you to the top. Then will you show me?"

His gaze met hers. His grey and turquoise eyes met her light blue ones. Her face wasn't soft. It was determined. He's seen that face before- it was like looking at his own reflection. She didn't want this, no she needed to do this. However, he became concerned about her needing to make someone happy for this. He curled his left hand into a fist because this made him think of him and his dad.  He wanted to know who this mystery person was for Mizuko.

"Sure... I guess that's fine. Show me you really mean what you said about being supportive for my rise to the top and I will show you how to freeze your water. You better not be lying and trying to get a leg up on me." Todoroki muttered. He didn't realize what he just signed up for.

Mizuko's face softened. Her stern lips then spread into the biggest smile that Todoroki has ever seen. She then leapt up and gave him a hug clinging on to his shoulders. Todoroki stood stunned with his arms forward. He didn't know why she hugged him. He just stood awkwardly.

"You're amazing Todoroki! I'll show you a friend and then there's no way you won't train me!" She grinned.

What the hell did I just sign up for ...

Mizuko then glanced at the time on her phone. Her smile then faded to horror. She was going to be late.

"Uh I gotta run Todoroki. My dad hates when I'm late. I'll see you tomorrow" She said flat and out of character. She then rushed past Todoroki without even looking back. He stared at her while watching her blue hair fly back.

She's really annoying sometimes. But I got to admit, I'm concerned about how she left. She's usually full of life but the second she mentioned her dad, it's like she wasn't herself. This better not be the person she's trying to get that ice quirk for.

Who are you Shirakumo Mizuko? Why do our paths keep crossing? Why do you keep pulling me into your world?

***

Todoroki was at his desk waiting for Mr. Aizawa to start off the day. He looked to his left and noticed something strange. The desk where Mizuko sat was empty. She usually beat him to class and it wasn't like her to be late. Class was about to start any second. He then paid attention to the door, waiting for her to show up. Her behavior yesterday paired with her tardiness made him concerned.

"Alright, let's get started. Wait, has anyone seen Shirakumo?" Aizawa stood up while unzipping his yellow centipede sleeping bag. He rubbed his eyes to adjust to the bright lights.

Everyone was looking around. Todoroki then noticed Ashido and Kirishima looking at him. He gave them a puzzling look.

"Have you seen her anywhere?" Ashido asked concerned