NIGHTMARES [Aizawa Shouta/Eraserhead x Reader]

13

An exciting and exhilarating day was about to unfold in U.A.. Because of the publicity that Class 1-A gained, the stadium for the first years was jam-packed with audiences and no seat was left vacant. By that time, [name] was already released from resting in the infirmary. On the day prior to the festival,  she was already in prime condition which actually shocked the Youthful Heroine. Besides her thin and skinny appearance - which was gradually improving - the child had been more than fine to assist her guardian as he helped commentate with Present Mic. Although he was practically forced into it, he had no choice but to accept since his best friend went to an extra mile just to help him with watching over [name] and assisting with his other needs while he was still unable to fulfill them on his own.

And since it was a special day, [name] had to look fitting for the celebration... as told by the 18+ only hero. "So cute ~! I just knew this would look perfect for you~!", she squealed, while giving her a loving hug.

The stoic male had noticed the child's small distress - almost being strangled and suffocating from the hug - and decided to talk on her behalf. "Oi, Midnight. Aren't you having too much fun? She's not a doll you know"

It didn't take such keen observations to tell that Nemuri Kayama was absolutely fond of the problem child. When she assigned herself with the task of taking care of her personal needs, she definitely took it seriously. She made an extra effort to make sure that [name] wouldn't have to wear the same clothes within the week or maybe even the month. But being just a helper, Aizawa was the one to make the decisions and he couldn't afford to have [name] be in possession of so many clothing. It would flood his apartment with unnecessary accessories. Just a few would be enough.

"Oh c'mon, Eraser She's a teenager. Looks are important for girls her age and she needs to learn that. Considering that you really aren't a great role model in dressing up", she said with both eyebrows raised while pointing at the man and emphasizing his looks. Aizawa could only respond with an annoyed tch as he continued to watch the child get pampered by his colleague.

Ever since the pro hero retrieved [name] from that accursed facility, she's been more docile. And it wasn't just with him, but with almost everyone around her. [Name]'s new attitude towards everyone hasn't gone unnoticed both by the other pros and his students. She was more approachable in a way that she doesn't even feel the need to be hesitant or wary of the people that came up to her. It was a sudden improvement but the question was why?.

"[name]. We need to go", he ordered.

With a nod, [name] immediately released herself from the female hero's grip and went on her way towards her guardian's side. Aizawa earned a few jealous cries from Midnight but he just ignored them. Even if her attitude changed towards other people, she was still the same with him. Somehow, the thought of that made the pro hero feel a bit uneasy.  Maybe it was because you were more prone to possible stimulation to your quirk or because he still hasn't recovered enough to be able to stop you in case something happens... he just didn't know.

"Aizawa-san...", the said man hummed in question, ready to listen to [name] without his steps faltering. "Please don't bother to worry about me. Please focus on your own recovery for the time being. I promise I won't go out of control again"

What did she just say? There was some kind of confidence that filled the child's voice as she spoke which made the man stop and look back at her from the side. There was a burning determination that sparked in her once lifeless eyes. What was she trying to imply? 

"I understand that you've made a considerable amount of progress for the past weeks but we can't be so sure that-"

He was cut off by [name] before he could even finish whatever he was about to say. "I'm sure of it", she said with her eyebrows a bit furrowed.

"Then would you kindly tell me why you're so sure about what you're talking of"

Her eyes were looking around like she was finding the right words to say to her guardian. "I won't... I mean I can't... I can't afford to go out of control again... because if I do...I may never see you again"

Huh? By now, he would be rubbing his temples to ease his thoughts but was unable to because of his caste. The things [name] were saying weren't registering to the pro hero. She was confident about her ability just a few seconds ago but it seems that her confidence was just a facade. It was more like she was being in haste, like she was getting bothered about something. And that something was making her anxious as well.

"What do you mean?", he asked not sounding very interested even though he was.

"Its because... Present Mic said so", hearing [name] mention Mic just made his eyebrow twitch in irritation. Just what did that guy say to [name] that got her so agitated?

"When I saw your tattered body after the USJ incident, I immediately went amok and then Mic-san told me something... If you don't stop... you'll never see Shouta ever again! That's why I...", tears were forming from the brim of [name]'s eyes as she remembered what happened.

"Unbelievable", the man sighed exasperatingly. Now he got a clear grasp on the situation. It wasn't that [name] was actually confident with her self-control, she was just deliberately making herself do so because she believed Mic's words - which he used to stop her - were true and would happen eventually. How troublesome.

"Listen, [name]. Forget whatever Mic told you. I'm not going to disappear. That's the very reason that I'm here, isn't it? I'm going to help you control your powers and until then... I won't leave. Do you understand that?"

The face that [name] was making moments ago was finally gone and the way she looked at Aizawa made his heart beat a little faster than usual. "I understand"

Without anything more to say, he broke eye contact and proceeded on their way to the stadium. And once this was all over, he was definitely going to give Hizashi a good long lecture.