My Healer Academia (Bakugo x OC x Todoroki)

[S2] The Aftermath of Hero Killer: Stain

A/N: Okay, so now that things are a little back to normal for me, my update schedule will still be Wednesdays and Sundays! As far as time goes, however, I will not be able to post at a designated time frame for the days stated, so please bear with me.

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               Ai stood outside of the hospital room, waiting anxiously for the Hosu chief of police to finish talking to the injured students before she was allowed entry. She couldn't help but bite down on the nail of her thumb, replaying last night's events in her head. She was still wearing her athletic uniform, Hawks' feather tucked away in her pocket for the time being. As soon as the door opened, Ai's hands immediately dropped to her sides, and she straightened her posture at the sight of the two pro heroes, Manual and Gran Torino, and the chief, Kenji Tsuragamae.

               "Can I go in now," she asked, "is everyone okay?" Ai watched as the three stepped out into the hallway with her.

               "Don't pretend like you weren't eavesdropping, Shuzenji," Gran Torino said.

               Ai blushed as she wrapped her arms around herself, her gaze dropping to the side. "Is it really eavesdropping if I couldn't hear anything...?" The adults chuckled as they gave her permission to enter, all leaving except for one. Ai didn't move as she faced Gran Torino, unnerved by his stare.

               "You have the same heart as your aunt," he said. Ai was a bit taken aback, unsure of how to respond to his statement. "Always looking out for others' wellbeing." Gran Torino gave a smile that Ai shyly returned.

               "Did you know my auntie well?"

               "More or less," Gran Torino responded. "Her quirk has always been a valuable asset to UA. I'm surprised you didn't decide to become a nurse yourself." He noticed the fall of Ai's smile, but continued. "Regardless, from what you've accomplished at the sports festival, it's no wonder why you want to be a hero. I have no doubt you'll become a great one, given your legacy and your drive." Ai's lip quivered at this, and she bent over in a bow.

               "Arigato," she said. Gran Torino gave one last nod of approval before making his way past her. However, as Ai stood up, there was a shift in her tone. "Gran Torino..." Her question made him stop in his tracks, unaware to Ai just how serious the expression on his face had become. "Did you know my parents as well?"

               The answer was a simple yes, but the story was a tale for another day. Gran Torino spoke without turning back to face the girl again. "Didn't you come here to check up on your friends?"

               "Well... Yes, but-"

               "There are other matters I must attend to today, so please excuse me." The dismissive manner of his tone brought discouragement to Ai, therefore making her drop the question entirely.

               "H-Hai... I'm sorry for keeping you." Ai watched as Gran Torino continued to walk away without as much as another glance back. Her hands were clenched, but she shook her head and took a deep breath. She knew better than to dig up the past out of nowhere. Turning her attention back to the door, Ai opened it and stepped inside.

               "Eh? Ai-cha-" Midoriya's voice was cut off by his best friend throwing herself against him, knocking him back against the infirmary bed. He winced as he held her, but that didn't make their embrace any less tight.