Chapter Text
“Absolutely not.” Aizawa folded his arms glaring at the detective. “He’s the best hope we have for this.” Aizawa must be dreaming, he couldn’t believe the bs he was hearing out of the detective’s mouth. “He’s a nuisance.” Tsukauchi didn’t disagree with that. “He’s also an incredible informant.”
Toshinori watched the exchange with concern. “Umm, who are we talking about?” Both parties turned to look at him. “Nobody.” They said in unison. Helpful, he thought. He wasn’t used to being the one kept out of the loop. “If we want to find out who exactly we are dealing with we need his help. The USJ was no normal attack Aizawa, you know it. Especially with that Nomu freak.”
“No really, I didn’t notice.” Aizawa deadpanned, which was still super effective despite the bandages covering his entire face. “Fine. Whatever. Call him in, but don’t say I didn’t warn you. He’s a menace, and I’m not falling for his little games. That gremlin acts like the second coming of Nedzu.”
Aizawa’s eyes grew wide, suddenly realizing something. “You cannot let Nedzu know about this informant. I don’t want a word getting out to him.” Toshinori couldn’t help but shiver. “On the contrary Shota. I believe I would love to meet this informant of yours.” The rat himself appeared out of nowhere with a cup of tea steaming in his hands? Paws? Aizawa looked at the principal in fear. Before turning to look at Tsukauchi. Being mummified only made Aizawa’s glare all the more terrifying. “I blame you.” The little rat just laughed like the little sadist he was.
—————
Izuku leaned back in his chair cracking his knuckles. Why hadn’t mom put him in online school earlier? He was already done with a semester, and he’s only had access to the courses for a little over a month. He sighed and looked at the clock, it was barely passed two in the morning. Wow, he had really lost track of time.
He debated doing some more “research” or going to bed. His sleep schedule had been ruined years ago, but his mom had threatened to take away his computer at night if he didn’t start getting some actual sleep. Her threat had worked obviously. Yet here he was still up at the ungodly hours of the night.
A ping on his computer interrupted his thoughts. He felt a grin tug at his lips. Izuku spun his chair back to the computer, putting on his headphones before logging on.
Long time no see Tsukauchi, to what do I owe the pleasure? He laughed imagining the detective’s shock.
“I shouldn’t even be surprised you knew it was me. No voice modulator today?”
Afraid I just don’t trust having it on with the rat paying attention. Don’t want anyone getting ideas and trying to hack through it.
That was a lie, it was practically unhackable. Plus if they heard his real voice it wouldn’t really give away his identity. Better safe than sorry though. His real reason was because he didn’t want to be talking while his mom was trying to sleep. Typing was the safer option. He didn’t want her knowing he was still up, she wouldn’t be too happy knowing he was still not sleeping like he should.
“Fair enough. Anyways, I’ll skip the pleasantries. Knowing you, you probably already know why I’ve reached out tonight.”
It’s not that hard to guess. How’s Eraserhead doing?
He was genuinely concerned. Izuku had seen the footage of his favorite hero getting his butt kicked. A blind person could tell that Eraser’s injuries were fatal. Ok maybe not a blind person, they couldn’t see. Bad metaphor. A child? Yeah a child was better. A child could tell Eraser’s injuries were…you know what I should just stop. Quit while I’m ahead.
“Stubborn as always, he’s already out of the hospital refusing anymore treatment.”
Figures. I see he decided not to deal with me today. Instead All Might’s here, this will be so much fun.
The grin that spread across his face was scarier than Aizawa’s, with the same maniacal glint as Nedzu’s. Izuku snorted as All Might coughed up some blood at the revelation that he knew about his injury. Serves him right. Izuku was still a little salty towards the number one hero. Number two prick. The title of number one went to Endeavor, at least the trash bag could beat All Might at something.
“My boy, that is a very close guarded secret…”
Don’t worry All Might, I know the importance of keeping this a secret. But what kind of informant would I be if I didn’t have…certain information…after all, isn’t that why you came to me?
“We were hoping you could shed some light on the recent USJ attack. It wasn’t just some random attack meant to scare.”
Ah a ahhh you know the rules Tsuki and I’m not going to go easy on this one. This is some dangerous info you want. But you already know that. That’s why All Might is here after all.
“Of course, we are willing to accept your price.”
He heard a muttered conversation as All Might expressed his concerns of negotiating with him. He would of thought Tsukauchi would have prepped the number one hero a little better than that. Oh well, this would make the whole thing even more interesting.
Of course, I hope All Might is willing to fulfill my demands. What would you like to know detective?
He could practically sense All Night’s fear from here. And it made him smile. Serves the little idiot right. He was going to have so much fun with him.
“Let’s start by what you know about the League of Villians.”
That’s an expensive question. But I’m feeling generous today, considering you brought me the number one hero today. As much as I love toying with Eraserhead and the others. Now, I know quite a lot. But what I will share is that you are in way over your heads. The league currently only consists of four people. Two behind the scenes, one of which is the mastermind behind it all. The other two are mere…faces. That’s not to discredit Shigaraki, he is very powerful and unstable. But he is also childish and is just being used to further his master’s plans. And I assume you already know who I’m talking about.
“I was hoping I was wrong. But after seeing that nomu…it has to be him.”
Izuku nodded despite knowing that they couldn’t see him. You see why I’m so hesitant to speak up more. I do not know their future plans. But I know that Shigaraki will stop at nothing to disintegrate the hero industry. He has a grudge against All Might. One that suggests some sort of childhood trauma. He probably blames All Might for not saving him. And All for One seized that and cultivated it, turning him into the childish terror he is today. What you saw today was only the beginning. It’s going to get worse from here. I hope you are prepared.
With that Izuku logged off. All for One was going to hunt him down if he ever found out who he was. Which he figured would be very easy for the boogeyman himself. Hopefully this wouldn’t put him on the psychopath’s radar. But oh well, it’s not like All for One could do anything that would really hurt anyone. After all, he was quirkless, useless Deku.
—————
Hero’s Latest
In a bizarre turn of events, All Might: The Symbol of Peace himself has been seen fighting crime in what appears to be a leotard and tutu. When reporters have confronted him the number one hero stated, “Before becoming a hero it was my dream to be a ballerina. I have decided to embrace that forgotten dream.” The photos captured show the hero’s face turning as pink as the tutu itself. It doesn’t just stop there folks. Billboards all across Japan depict Ballerina All Might with the caption, “You too can follow your dreams.” Citizens and hero’s alike are getting a kick out of this. All Might has been teased by multiple colleagues, and by multiple blogs about his sudden “costume upgrade”. Whatever is going on, this event will not soon be forgotten.
Image.jpeg [Depicts All Might doing a pirouette and saying, “You too can be a dancer.”] Dance Studio’s all over Japan have begun advertising these on websites and on their studios.