Powerless - A My Hero Academia/ DC Crossover

Chapter 46: The Joker

Izuku tugged uncomfortably at his bow-tie around his neck. He was wearing an expensive three-piece tuxedo, courtesy of Alfred and Bruce. It was tailored to fit like a glove, and Izuku, who was unused to such formal attire, found it restraining and uncomfortable.

He stood next to Bruce and Alfred in a large ballroom as they welcomed patrons as they came, filling the room to the brim with all members of high society. Izuku watched Bruce curiously as he met with the guests. He became a completely different person in the eyes of the public. For someone who knew who the real Bruce Wayne was, it was fascinating to watch.

It was close to the start of the Gala, and the room was glittering with beautiful colors and sparkling like gold and diamonds. Izuku felt completely out of place, having grown up in a middle-class home all his life. They were still awaiting their guests of honor, David and Melissa, who were running late. Izuku was looking forward to seeing Melissa again, but was still quite nervous. Would he be expected to dance with her? He had never danced with a girl before. The idea of it made his legs quake in his shoes.

"David!" Said Bruce suddenly.

Izuku looked up to see David, All Might and Melissa stepping out of a limousine, courtesy of Wayne Enterprises. David and All Might were both wearing tuxedos, but Izuku wasn't paying attention to them. His jaw dropped as he laid eyes on Melissa. She was wearing a blue and white strapless dress, which extended to her knees. She wore a black ribbon tied around her waist tied off with an ornate white rose. Her wavy blond hair was done up in a curly pony-tail. She wasn't wearing her glasses, and Izuku was floored at how much more her vibrant blue eyes shined in the light of the room without them. David and All Might approached and shook Bruce and Alfred's hands firmly. Melissa curtsied to the men and immediately went to Izuku.

"Hey, Izuku!" She said, looking him up and down. "You look nice."

"Thanks," Said Izuku. He could feel himself blushing immensely. "So do you."

"Now that you're here, the festivities can really begin," Said Bruce, guiding them over to their table at the head of the room. The Orchestra began another chord, this time a slower tempo. Melissa immediately peaked her head in their direction, grabbing Izuku by the hand and taking him to the dance floor before he could think.

"Come on, Izuku," She said. "Let's dance."

"Uh, well," Said Izuku, panicking internally. "I'm not much of a dancer."

"That's okay," She replied. "I am." She took one of Izuku's hands and put it on her hip, a forward motion that made him blush furiously. She took her hand and placed it on his back, pulling him in close. This was the closest he had ever been to a girl, and he felt his heart was going to beat from his chest. As they swayed with the soft music, Izuku found himself growing more and more comfortable with Melissa. They talked and laughed as they danced, discussing their hopes and dreams and life ambitions. Eventually, the orchestra ceased their strings, and they were beckoned back to their table with Bruce, David, Alfred and All Might for dinner.

Izuku couldn't remember when he had had such a good time.

David and All Might were telling amazing stories about their time together in their younger years. Izuku was fascinated to learn more about David, and his research in quirks and support items. He even was called in by the Justice League as the principal scientist for the construction of the Watchtower, and regularly supplied them with the most advanced technology and research that I-Island had to offer.

After their meals were finished, Bruce took to the podium at the center stage, gathering the attention of the audience. "Tonight is a very special night," he said. "In a world filled to the brim with professional heroes, it is almost commonplace to see them rewarded and praised for their hard work and sacrifice, placing their lives on the line every day so society as a whole can function. However, tonight is not the night for these heroes. Behind every hero is a powerful support tool, and behind every support tool. . ." he gestured to David. ". . . is a powerful support scientist."