CHAPTER 1: 1, 048 words "Dabi, have you ever been treated like less than human, all because of your quirk? I'd like to say that mine is beautiful." The kid stopped snapping with his right hand, lifting it up for Dabi to see. A small flame appeared in his hand, turning into a small bird. It flew around the sidekick before settling on their shoulder, scattering into embers before disappearing. "I like to say beautiful, others say flashy. Powerful, perfect for a hero." the kid's voice held a bitter tone. "I never wanted to be a hero."

CHAPTER ONE: 1,069 words CHAPTER TWO: 1,177 words CHAPTER THREE: 1,354 words CHAPTER FOUR: 3,035 words CHAPTER FIVE: 2,031 words CHAPTER SIX: 1,769 words He didn't know where to go, but he had an overwhelming urge to run. He couldn't stay here, not anymore. Basically villain(ish) Izuku taken in my All For One after his mom dies, he goes to UA and is v conflicted when the rose-tinted view AFO created around him starts cracking. Also, he's gay for Shinsou lmao.

< each chapter's beginning notes have a list of possible triggers! Please read them! > "What do you want, Tsubasa," A bored yet smooth voice drawled, "I gave you your project yesterday." The doctor nodded, though the man on the phone couldn't see. "I already found one, Sensei. A boy, four-and-a-half years old, green hair and eyes. diagnosed quirkless by me today, named Midoriya Izuku." Sensei hummed, pleased. "Quick and simple, good job. Yes, you'll do *much* better than the doctor before you. I will visit tonight, get his address and all possible family information for me, okay?" The doctor shivered, the 'or else' going unspoken but clearly heard. "Y- Yes, Sir! I'll get everything I can!" A pleased, "good," and Sensei hangs up. CHAPTER 1 - 1,346 words CHAPTER 2 - 548 words CHAPTER 3 - 1,283 words

the officer squinted at him, taking in his nervous body language before grabbing his radio. "I think the kid's still being controlled." a pause, quiet feedback just barely registering. "Fine, I'll humor the damn thing." he put his radio back on his hip, looking at Izuku with utter distaste. "I know you're still being controlled, but here's the gist. League of Villains attacked the dorms and used you as a brainwashed weapon against y'er class." When Izuku didn't respond, the man scoffed. "Whatever, 's practically like talkin' to a wall." - two weeks later, one Shinsou Hitishi bursts into his cell to help.