One Punch Simulator

The Wiping of the Disciple

The reporter turned to the screen with a big grin. "And now, this just in: an exclusive interview with the A Class hero Yan-chan!"

The screen changed to a man sitting opposite to Ayano Aishi. They were in large leather chairs, in front of a live audience.

"You've certainly been through a lot recently, Yan-chan," the man said. "What's your opinion on the Monster Association? Do you think our heroes can handle them?"

Ayano gave him a sweet smile. "I'm not sure. The monsters are tough... but us heroes are tough too!"

"Akademi has also been suffering a lot of tragedies," the reporter said. "Do you think that the monsters are going after Goddess herself?"

"I'm not sure," Ayano shrugged. "Goddess seems to be in a lot of trouble."

"Speaking of trouble, how have you been handling Sweet Mask's assault, if you don't mind my asking?" the reporter asked.

Ayano sniffled. "It's been difficult... but I have to stay strong, for the sake of the world!"

The audience gasped, wiping the tears from their eyes.

"You're so brave and strong, Yan-chan," the reporter told her, gently. "You've come so far. We are all very proud of you!" He stood up. "Three cheers for Yan-chan!"

The audience cheered, thrice.

Ayano continued to smile sweetly, waving at the audience.

Sonic glared at the TV screen.

She had something to do with Amai's death, he thought. I can feel it. She's going to pay.

"People are losing faith in the Hero Association," Sitch said, frowning at his comrades.

"It's due to all of the deaths caused by the Monster Association," a woman who operated the City Z branch replied. "We must do something about them immediately. It is our top priority!"

"Garou's location is unknown," another operator said, "but we do know where the Monster Association is."

"That's right," Sitch said. "City Z."

He brought up a map of the city on his screen, and frowned. City Z was where Goddess lived. Could it convince her to come out of the shadows? Considering how many heroes had been taken out, the world needed her now more than ever. And not just her. Blast was an issue too. But barely anyone knew where he was.

"Do you think Traveller will return?"

Sitch was surprised to hear that question. He stared at Sekingar. His fellow worker had a serious look on his face.

"Traveller's been gone for ten years," McCoy chuckled. "No way she's coming back for this. We don't even know if she's alive."

Sitch glowered. "No. I think that Traveller is alive, and out there, somewhere. Just like Blast, when the world is in great peril, she will return."

Some of the members laughed at that.

"She was the greatest hero to ever live!" Sitch exclaimed. "One day, she will return. I know it."

Child Emperor had listened to those tapes multiple times. He'd read the newspaper article over and over again. He'd read about the death of Osana Najimi, Asu Rito, Sneck, and so much more. They were all shrouded in so much mystery, just like she was...

Not to mention the Hero Association was putting together a mission to take down the Monster Association, as well as save Waganma who had been kidnapped by them. No way was the young hero going to let Ayano Aishi come along. She was bad news.