𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗦 ⌈𝐈⌔𝐌 ✗ 𝔽!𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑫𝑬𝑹⌋

Chapter 095

CHAPTER 95: Where Fear Meets Hope

The air in Otheon is thick with tension. The city, once alive with its usual hum, now stands as a warzone, torn apart by Humarise's rampage. Yet, in the midst of the chaos, there's a flicker of hope, a promise of something more. You've made it this far, but you know the real battle is just beginning.

You push yourself forward, Shoto and Katsuki by your side, moving swiftly through the streets in search of Izuku. Your heart is pounding, the weight of the separation still pressing on your chest. Every step you take feels like an eternity, the fear and worry clawing at you with each passing second. But even through the fear, there's a glimmer of resolve, a part of you that refuses to back down. You'll find him. You have to.

As you round a corner, your heart leaps into your throat. In the distance, you see him-Izuku-standing alone, panting, a faint glow of exhaustion hanging in his eyes. For a moment, time seems to freeze. Your breath catches in your throat, and before you can stop yourself, you're running toward him, your legs carrying you forward faster than you've ever moved before.

"Izuku!" You call out, your voice a mixture of relief and disbelief.

He turns at the sound of your voice, his green eyes lighting up with a mix of surprise and something softer, something you can't quite put into words. A smile tugs at his lips as he sees you rushing toward him, the weight of everything around him seeming to lift for just a moment.

"Y/N..." He breathes your name as you finally reach him. The moment you're close enough, you don't hesitate. You pull him into a tight hug, not caring about the dirt or the grime or the chaos around you. For a fleeting moment, the world falls away. It's just the two of you-alive, reunited, after everything that's happened.

"I was so worried about you," you whisper, your voice shaking with the relief you've been trying to hold back. Your arms tighten around him, your fingers digging into his shirt as if trying to make sure he's real, that he's safe. The fear you'd been hiding suddenly pours out, raw and vulnerable, every bit of it spilling into the hug you've both been needing.

Izuku pulls back just enough to look at you, his expression soft but filled with concern. "I'm fine, Y/N. I'm sorry I got separated from the team. But I'm glad I found you." He hesitates, then adds, "I was so scared... that something might happen to you, too."

The words linger in the air, heavier than they should be. You feel the vulnerability in his voice, the same fear that has been gnawing at you since you lost contact. "I couldn't stand the thought of losing you, Izuku. I don't know what I'd do without you," you confess, your heart racing.

Izuku looks at you for a long moment, his green eyes searching yours. Slowly, he reaches up, brushing a strand of hair from your face, his touch gentle but filled with the weight of everything unsaid. "You won't lose me. I promise."

For a moment, neither of you speaks. The noise of the battle around you seems to fade, leaving only the sound of your heartbeats in sync, the connection between you two undeniable. But the reality of the situation pulls you both back. There's no time to linger in this reunion-not when the battle is still raging.

Izuku steps back, taking a deep breath. "We need to stop Humarise. They're not going to stop unless we do something about it. The city... it's only going to get worse."

You nod, your resolve hardening again. The fear that has threatened to swallow you now takes on a different form-one of determination. This isn't just about saving Izuku or yourself. It's about saving everyone. And you'll do whatever it takes.

"We need a plan," you say, your voice firm, pushing the last of your doubts aside. "We need to stop Humarise, and fast."

Izuku nods, glancing at Katsuki and Shoto, who are catching up. Katsuki's usual scowl is more intense than ever, but there's a flicker of something else in his eyes-a fire, a hunger for action.

"I agree. Let's finish this," Katsuki grunts, his fists clenched in anticipation. He's ready for this fight, and there's no doubt in your mind that he'll be a fierce ally in the upcoming battle.

Shoto, ever calm, steps forward. "We'll need to divide their forces. If we take them on head-on, we'll be at a disadvantage. We need to isolate their leaders and hit them hard."

Izuku nods in agreement, his gaze steady despite the uncertainty of what lies ahead. "I'll go after their commander. I'll focus on keeping them distracted long enough for the rest of you to take down the other operatives."

You glance at him, your worry for him rising again. "But-Izuku, you're not alone in this. We'll back you up."

His eyes soften as he gives you a reassuring smile. "I know. But this is something I need to do. I can't let them get away with this. Not after everything they've done to the people of this city."

You swallow hard, torn between wanting to keep him safe and understanding that this is the only way forward. The weight of the mission settles over you, but so does the understanding that, no matter the outcome, you'll be in this together.

"I'll stay with Todoroki and Bakugo. We'll handle the rest," you say, your voice steady, though your heart races. The final confrontation is looming, and you can feel the tension building in the pit of your stomach. The stakes are higher than ever.

Izuku steps closer, his hand reaching out to hold yours for a brief moment. His grip is firm, but there's a softness in his touch. "We'll see this through. Together," he says, his words filled with conviction.

And for the first time since this mission began, you feel a sense of peace-knowing that, whatever happens, the bond you share with Izuku will carry you both through the coming storm.

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With the plan set and the team in position, you take one last look at Izuku. The uncertainty of the upcoming battle looms large, but in his eyes, you see the same determination that you've always admired. This mission isn't just about stopping Humarise anymore-it's about protecting everyone you care about, fighting for the future of Otheon, and finding strength in each other when everything else seems to be falling apart.

As you move into position, the final confrontation with Humarise is only moments away. The air crackles with anticipation, and you feel the weight of the battle settle deep into your bones.

Whatever happens next, you're ready. Together, you will face whatever comes. And together, you'll fight to the end.

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A/N: Word Count: ~1172.

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