Izuku and the TMNT: Heroes Out of the Shadows

Chapter 65: Reflections and Confessions.

[Insert soundtrack: Lucky Quinn - Brian Reitzell]

Back to where we left off, with the rain falling incessantly, the heavy drops hitting the leaves and ground, creating a constant rhythm as the Purple Dragon's vehicle sped away down the dirt road after seeing Izuku standing just as he was now, watching the car disappear among the trees. The weight of what had happened that morning was weighing on his mind, fueling a deep rage.

Behind Izuku, Ryukyu and Mirko followed him and also saw the Purple Dragon escape in the car.

Ryukyu: "We can't let him get away."

Mirko: "Then let's go after him!"

Before either could take a step forward, however, Izuku was already on the move.

Izuku: "I'll go." - He said as he ran from the entrance of the cave, stepping into the rain.

Ryukyu: "Wait, Midoriya!" - Ryukyu tried to follow him, reaching out in an attempt to grab him, but he was already too far ahead.

The determination in Izuku's eyes was unwavering, his mind consumed by the need for revenge. It didn't take long for mystical flames to envelop his body, as he assumed his Yokai form. Even with the heavy rain, the flames around him didn't diminish or dare to extinguish; the raindrops dried instantly, and in the blink of an eye, he shot off into the forest, faster than anyone present could keep up with.

Ryukyu tried to follow, reaching out again, but he was already gone, disappearing into the darkness of the night. Mirko frowned, realizing that Izuku's behavior was becoming increasingly concerning.

Mirko: "Ryukyu, go after him!" - the rabbit woman's comment caught her attention. - "In your dragon form, you'll catch up to him. I'll stay here with the others. Follow him and make sure he doesn't do anything reckless!"

Ryukyu: "Understood!" - That was all she said as she ran from the cave entrance, transforming into her dragon form, ready to follow Izuku through the sky.

In his Yokai form, Izuku raced through the forest, the rain pounding against his body. The world around him was a blur of tree shadows and green lights emanating from his Yokai form, the sound of the rain drowning out all other noises. He knew exactly where the Purple Dragon was, thanks to the engine's roar and the headlights. Important detail: Izuku was moving so fast that he was using all four limbs, like an animal.

As Izuku passed through the trees, he stopped in front of the road where the vehicle was speeding toward him. When the car finally appeared before him, Izuku remained still, ready to stop the vehicle with his bare hands. The Purple Dragon behind the wheel was in a state of panic, barely able to keep control of the car as he tried to escape, terror etched across his face. When he looked forward again, his heart stopped at the sight of Izuku, in his Yokai form, standing dead center in the road. Panic overtook him, and he tried to swerve, but the tires skidded on the wet ground. The car spun out of control and crashed violently into a tree.

The sound of the collision echoed through the forest, but to Izuku, it was a distant, almost insignificant noise. He watched the accident with indifference, his head slightly tilted as he assessed the situation. Slowly, he approached the wreck, watching the man inside the mangled car, clearly in desperation. The Purple Dragon, realizing he had no escape, glanced in the rearview mirror and saw Izuku approaching. His panic turned to pure terror. He forced the car door open, stumbling out into the forest, his feet slipping in the mud as he ran.