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Author notes: So... Neon verse is all about Izuku and bad parents Inko and Toshinori... how about it mixed in with some good Endeavor? I am excited to see what you guys think of this! I hope you enjoy this chapter!

A single figure, small in stature sat at the edge of a tall building in Tokyo… Who knew how sweet the air was… up so high…

A young interning hero jogged down the street, running to where his mentor and father stood waiting for him.

“Touya…” The number two hero began

“There’s a kid… on that roof.” Touya quickly pointed to the building in question. “Looks like they are just sitting for now, but it seems like they’re alone.” Endeavor frowned, before nodding.

“Touya, I want you to stay down here for now. I will go and see if I can help them.” Endeavor gave him a reassuring smile. Touya nodded, doing as his father ask as Endeavor used his fire to propel him up, so he could reach the roof.

Sure enough, as he straightened himself and had a good look around the roof, there at the edge, was what seemed to be a young boy. He made his way over, from how the boy moved it was clear he knew someone was approaching. He had to deal with this situation delicately. He sat down next to the boy, who didn’t even look at him.

“Nice night tonight.” Endeavor said, hoping the boy would chose to talk to him.

“I guess…” Came the response, the boy glanced up, dull eyes scanning the sky. “Can’t bring myself to be bothered though…”

“Had a bad day?” Endeavor asked

“Bad life… every day the same… guess today was just…” The boy stopped.

“Today was the breaking point huh?” Endeavor frowned. “What was different that happened today?”

“Dad went on a hero mission on my birthday and is now in critical condition in hospital, mom left me at home. I am only nine… one of the worse birthdays… ever…” The boy huffed.

“Well, happy birthday from me. As for your parents… isn’t there someone they called in to watch over you?” Endeavor frowned, no parent in their right mind would leave a 9 year old at home alone. He and Rei couldn’t even consider that with Shouto despite the strength of his quirk, it was just wrong…

“I guess… there’s my gramps and Uncle… chances are my parents haven’t told them.” The boy said “Not yet anyway…” Endeavor watched him carefully, he saw the boy shiver. It was pretty cold, and they were up high… He held out his hand to the boy, who glanced at it in confusion.

“It’s cold and you’re shivering. My quirks makes my natural temperature very high.” Endeavor explain. The boy frowned.

“I am sure… there are more people worthy of being save then me…” He said

“Why would you think that?” The hero asked.

“Why would anyone care for someone quirkless?”

“Why would anyone assume that being quirkless means you mean less then those who have quirks?” Endeavor said, causing the boy to look at him with wide eyes. “I know… society isn’t the best towards those without… and honestly there are issues in this society that needs to be fixed… I met my wife when I was saving her from a quirk marriage… by saying I would agree to it and then had her parents arrested… together, we have seen how people get treated, looking past their quirks.” Endeavor wanted to comfort the boy but was afraid he would react badly to touch. “No hero should decide who to save, because of what they have or lack. Will you let me help you?” He kept his hand out. The boy looked at his hand, silent, with a look of thought on his face. Endeavor almost cried in relief as the boy carefully took his hand… he was so small… Endeavor got up and led the boy from the edge, it seemed to hit the boy about what he had almost done, and he began to cry. Endeavor made sure they were a safe distance from the edge, before he knelt down and comfort him. He didn’t want to ask if he was okay, of course he wasn’t, but he wanted to make sure he was safe and well… even if he was still cold. He wrapped him up in a hug, holding the boy close. “I am here for you, kid.” He wasn’t sure how log he held the boy, but he had pretty strong tears ducts for the amount of crying done. He pulled away to see the boy yawn a little. “How about this..” Endeavor began, the boy looked up. “You are about my son’s age and side, I am sure he has some clothes you can borrow, and you can stay with me and my family until yours pull their heads from their ass, and realise they put their child at risk?” He could feel pride bubbling up as the boy made a small giggle.

“Is that okay?” He asked

“I offered. I know my family would be happy to have you.” Endeavor smiled “Can I have your name?”

“Izuku.” The boy said

“Well then Izuku, let’s get off this roof okay?” He smiled, Izuku nodded.

~*~*~*~

Touya sighed in relief as his father returned with the boy in his arms. He couldn’t have been more then Shouto’s age… Endeavor put the boy down, who looked at Touya with caution.

“Izuku, this is my oldest son Touya.” Endeavor introduced. “I have to finish my patrol, but Touya, I trust you to get Izuku to ours safely. I am texting your mother to explain the situation, and so Shouto can get him something to wear.”

“Right! Nice to meet you Izuku!” Touya greeted with a smile, hoping the boy would see him as another friendly face. Izuku gave him a small wave, Endeavor patted Izuku’s head.

“I will see you after Izuku, but trust me when I say you will be safe, okay?”  Endeavor told him, Izuku looked unsure, but he nodded. Touya held out his hand, Izuku accepted it. Endeavor watched his son take the boy away, in the direction of home. He sighed. He had to find out who Izuku’s parents were… cause he had a few choice words for them.

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Author's Note: I am so sorry guys!!! I was totally meant to post more chapters and I kept forgetting and then new ideas and new posting and just general life, I actually only realised I only posted on chapter today! So, as a sorry, you will get three chapters of this! I hope you guys all enjoy this! Sorry again!!

This is a side fic, and doesn't have an update schedule so please don't go asking for updates. 

Touya opened the door to the house, and the smell of cooking hit them. He could see Izuku’s face light up in excitement at the smell of food. He frowned a little, did his parents feed him?

“Mom, I’m back, and I have a guest!” Touya called.

“He’s here!” A male voice cried as Touya closed the door behind them and rolled his eyes. His brother Natsuo came running with a grin. “Hi, Izuku right?” Izuku was half hiding behind Touya when he nodded. “Great, here’s a top for you!” He grinned, Izuku took the dark fabric, before he began giggling at the words on it. Touya took a look and smile.

“Hey, Nat, show him to the bathroom, and see if Shouto got some other clothes for him.” Touya said

“Sure, come on Izuku, I think Sho is still in his room… probably a mess with clothes right now.” Natsuo smirked, taking Izuku’s hand and leading him away. Touya was relieved to see Izuku seemed fine with Natsuo… maybe it was because of the shirt? Touya went into the kitchen where Rei was making dinner whilst Fuyumi seemed to be baking a cake. He looked confused.

“Hey…” He muttered.

“Touya, how is Izuku?” Rei looked at her oldest with smile.

“Natsuo gave him a shirt that made him laugh… you might want to check the cupboard for missing chocolate though.” Touya smiled. “Um, why are you making a cake?”

“Oh well… it’s Izuku’s birthday, his hero dad is in hospital for leaving on a mission in his sons birthday, and his mother is with his father… leaving the 9-year-old at home.” Rei huffed. “What mother would think that is right?”

“So, I am making him a birthday cake!” Fuyumi smiled. “So, at least can enjoy something today.”

“That’s a great idea… I wish I had known… I could have run and got him something…” Touya frowned, before stopping. “Actually, I might have something I could give him. I just need to find it…” Touya muttered and headed to his room. Rei smiled as Fuyumi muttered about having a look in her own room to see if she could find something for him. Rei picked her phone from the side and sent a message to Enji, asking him if he could pick up a teddy for Izuku from her. If they were going to make him a cake, he need some birthday presents to open with it. She smiled happily, she was going to make sure he had a good rest of his day, and tomorrow, she would make it the best day!

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Endeavor smiled at the noise when he got in from his patrol. He closed the door carefully, and found his wife just finishing up decoration on a cake. He looked at it.

“For Izuku’s birthday Enji, what do you think? Fuyumi made it.” Rei said

“She did a great job… where is she now?” Enji asked

“Well, Touya hunted in his room and picked something out for Izuku.” She motioned to a wrapped box on the side. He had a feeling he knew what it was. There was another wrapped gift next to it. “That one is from Shouto. I think Natsuo is giving Izuku his old shirts, the one with the sill words and all that. He seems to love them. Cried when Natsuo said he could have them all, having to explain he’s out grown them. It is adorable. Fuyumi is determined to find him something.”

“I see. Well.. I grabbed this one from you.” Enji put a bag on the side, Rei looked at the teddy within and beamed.

“Oh, it’s perfect!” She smiled “I hope he likes it…”

“I think he will… I grab him a few things… More out of concern as we don’t know how bad his family life is… I got him some boots… I hope they fit him… a jacket, that warms naturally, it is getting a little cold recently. Scarf, gloves, and a hat. But I also found this.” Enji showed her a flask based on the cooking hero Lunch Rush.

“That is cute. You pick out great things for him Enji, I am sure he will love them.” Rei smiled, he nodded and kissed her.

“Hi dad!” Natsuo came running in. “Um… can I get Izuku an apple? His stomach growled really loud.”

“Well, dinner is just about done, take him to the dinner table, your father and I will bring it all out.” Rei smiled.

“Right, great!” Natsuo ran off again, yelling that dinner was ready. The parents shook their heads.

Izuku sat next to Shouto, who was telling him all about what he was doing in school. Izuku looked a little sadden as Rei and Enji brought out the food.

“Don’t you like school, Izuku?” Natsuo asked

“Everyone bullies me… they use their quirks and the teachers let them… I have too many scars from school…” Izuku admitted. Rei looked horrified and looked at Enji.

“What school do you attend, Izuku?” He asked

“Aldera elementary.” Izuku answered.

“I will be sure to think of something to help you, we can’t let that treatment continue.” Enji said, Izuku looked at him in surprise, before he looked down.

“My father didn’t even believe me when I told him…” Izuku frowned.  Enji watched him before remembering the small event that occurred just before he came home at the end of his patrol…

~*~*~*~

“Endeavor!” The flame hero stopped as fellow heroes Gran Torino and Sir Nighteye ran over.

“Can I help you?” He asked

“Have you seen a boy, 9-years-old, green curly hair with fringe tips a gold. He goes by Izuku, have you seen him?” Torino asked desperate.

“His…parents, left him at home whilst they are in the hospital, but he’s not there. His mental health is in a bad place as his parents are terrible at their jobs, and we need to find him before he does something that will likely end with me killing them.” Nighteye added.

“Yes… and you are so very lucky.” Endeavor sighed and smiled. “You must be the Gramps and Uncle he spoke about. Guessing the parents didn’t tell you they left him at home alone?”

“No… it’s his birthday, we were coming over to celebrate with them…” Torino frowned. “Is he okay?”

“Yes, my son saw him on the edge of a roof… I was able to get him away from it. He is currently at my home. Could you actually tell his parents he will be staying with me until they pull their head from their asses and actually take responsibility as parents?” Endeavor said

“With pleasure.” Nighteye nodded.

“Should probably warn you… Izuku… is a Yagi… All Might’s son.” Torino told him. “Cause he will likely come to you to get him anyway, or his wife... There is no point hiding it from you if Izuku felt safe enough to go with you.” Endeavor stared at them in shock… Izuku was…

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Enji hated the idea in his head and hated the idea of ruining Izuku’s dinner like this. The boy seemed to brighten up as he was added into all conversations. The kid loved to analyse quirks, that his uncle was teaching him how they do it professionally, and that the analyse would hopefully be something that Izuku could use to be a hero. Enji hated the idea of doing this…but he needed to make sure before he could decide how to act…

“Izuku, I hate to ask this… but I think I met your gramps and Uncle…” Enji said, Izuku looked up. “Is your father… All Might?” Izuku bowed his head again, lips trembling as he tried to keep his emotions in check.

“He doesn’t want me… cause I’m quirkless. He doesn’t say it… but I know.” Izuku said.

“Well, I want you, Dad, can Izuku say with us?!” Shouto asked

“Yeah! We can be a real family to him!” Natsuo nodded.

“We could keep him safe.” Touya added, hiding his anger at the number one hero well.

“Are you going to make me go back to him?” Izuku asked

“The issue lies with his position as the number one hero… I think I know how we can keep you safe and let you enjoy time with our family without him saying too much about it.” Enji said, Rei smirked.

“Ah, right. Black mail.” She smiled

“Mom!” He kids gasped as Izuku giggled.

“It’s true, he has kept quiet about Izuku, he’s nine. If we are seen out with Izuku as a whole family, All Might will have to first claim his son answer questions on why he has never told anyone, and why he has allowed his son to be continuously bullied by teachers and peers. It will shake peoples trust in him. He will not be willing to risk that.” Rei smiled

“So, we can basically show All Might up without having to worry… the issue arises is how he might take it out on you…” Enji looked at Izuku.

“He won’t do anything but ground me. Another Uncle has a truth quirk and is a detective, if my dad hurt me, I would tell him.” Izuku said

“That is a relief.” Enji smiled. “So, to lighten the mood. We have a surprise for you after dinner.” Enji smiled, Izuku looked confused.

Shouto covered Izuku’s eyes as they led him back to the living room, Touya turned the lights off as Enji lit the candles on the cake. Shouto uncovered Izuku’s eyes as the family began to sing happy birthday to him. His eyes welled up with tears, Shouto hugged him. Izuku even got the joy of opening a few last-minute gifts Enji had grabbed from the shop, one was a really nice, heated coat.

“This is from me!” Shouto held out his wrapped gift, Izuku opened it to find an Alolan Vulpix. Shouto pulled his own from down by the sofa, he had a Kantoian Vulpix. “Now we match!” He grinned, Izuku blushed happily, snuggling the Vulpix close. Touya had given him a special edition Endeavor collectable. Enji smiled at Touya, who blushed, Touya had saved up for that on his own, wanting to get it himself. Enji knew what it meant for Touya to give it away. Fuyumi looked nervous as she handed Izuku her gift.

“I hope you like it…” She muttered, Izuku’s eyes widened, It was an Elsa night light and music box.

“I wanted one… my dad said it was for girls and refused to get it me…” Izuku muttered smiling with tears in his eyes.

“Well, you can keep it here so he can’t touch it.” Fuyumi smiled , Izuku thanked her.

“And this, is from me.” Rei held out the teddy, she had tied a blue ribbon around it, his eyes widened, accepting it and hugging it tightly. It was clear that Izuku was crying.

“Happy Birthday Izuku.” Shouto said and hugged him. All the kids joined in a big hug, surrounding Izuku. For the first time in years… Izuku felt loved.

Izuku was to share Shouto’s room, the Elsa night light was set up as the two boys moved their futons right next to each other. They cuddled up under their blankets, Vulpix’s held close as the music box began to play. Izuku yawn and smiled. Shouto watched him carefully.

“Hey, Izuku?” He asked quietly, Izuku looked at him tiredly.

“Yeah?” He responded.

“Think you would stay here if you could?” Shouto asked, Izuku nodded.

“It’s nice… and safe here… I prefer it.” Izuku nodded.

“If you have to go… I will keep your bed out… so you know you can come back anytime, okay?” Shouto told him. Izuku smiled tearfully.

“Thank you Shouto!” He sniffed. Shouto smiled. He wanted to help Izuku, he couldn’t fight his dad… but he could offer safety…A heroes main job is to protect after all, wasn’t it?

~*~*~*~

“You left him, home alone, He’s Nine!” Torino growled at Yagi Toshinori and his wife, Inko, Izuku’s parents. “You calm you keep him a secret for his protection, what you pulled today proved you are sprouting bullshit!”

“Listen…” Inko began.

“Endeavor found him on a roof top Inko.” Nighteye glared at him, Toshi and Inko looked at each other. “He has told you about the bullying, and you ignoring him, and today… it’s his birthday and you both left him. He is in a bad mental space because of your negligence… which hopefully Endeavor may be able to help with.”

“What do you mean?” Toshinori asked

“Izuku is currently staying with him and his family, until, and I quote, You two can pull your head from your asses. Izuku is your son… and you need to start taking responsibility.” Torino said. “The boy’s probably having the best birthday he’s had in years.” That kept Inko and Toshinori quiet, neither knew how to react to that information.

~*~*~*~

Enji and Rei checked on all their kids, they stopped at Shouto’s room, Izuku and Shouto had started in their own beds… and now were just a mix. They were cuddled close, the Vulpix’s left to the side as the Elsa light glowed and its soft music chimed.

“They are so precious.” Rei smiled, she went over and kissed their foreheads, she felt her heart break at the small tear that fell from Izuku’s eye. She re-joined Enji who looked just as pained. “We need to save Izuku, Enji… I don’t care his father is All Might… he is neglected… we can’t leave him in that situation.”

“I know, but with All Might, we need to be careful… and I think we should start with that detective with the truth quirk.” Enji said, Rei nodded. They headed to the kitchen to make that important phone call.

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Rei and Enji were up early making breakfast, Touya was up and waking his younger siblings as they got ready for school. Touya stopped by Shouto’s room, the youngest boy already awake with Izuku, helping him go through the shirts Natsuo had given Izuku to pick one out, He leant against the door, watching them with a smile.

“What about… this one?” Shouto asked, lifting up one, Izuku giggled at the writing. This is not a shirt.

“I like that one.” Izuku took it.

“Great, I’ll grab you some trousers!” Shouto got up, Izuku smiled and looked at the shirt in his hands happily. Feeling the boys wouldn’t need him, Touya headed to Natsuo’s room to kick him out of bed…Again.

“But Dad…” Shouto began

“No, Shouto, you need to go to school. Your mother will be with Izuku today.” Enji told him, Shouto pouted angrily. Izuku watched him silently. “Maybe you could ask you teacher for extra work, so Izuku can give it a try?” Enji suggested.

“I’d like that…” Izuku nodded.

“I’ll get extra work for Izuku!” Shouto said, Enji smiled.

“Whilst, Izuku can spend the day relaxing with me.” Rei smiled softly, Izuku looked at her. He nodded with a small smile of his own.

Before the Todoroki kids left for school, they all hugged Izuku, leaving him giggling a little before they left. After, Izuku frowned at the door, feeling lonely once again. He jumped at the hand on his shoulder as he looked up at Rei.

“Sorry for spooking you. What would you like to do today?” Rei asked

“Um… I don’t know…” Izuku admitted.

“Well, we have a small play ground outside, you are free to play on that.” Rei offered, Izuku blushed and smiled at the idea of playing on a small playground. Rei showed him outside, and he rushed to the swings and began to swing himself. “Want me to push you on the swing Izuku?” She asked

“I’m okay!” Izuku replied, she nodded. “ I am just going to wash up the break fast things, please shout me if you need something.”

“Oh, oaky.” Izuku nodded, he was actually happy when he noticed Rei could see him from the window. She waved to him, he waved excitedly back. What was this feeling… He wondered.

Izuku watched her wash up for a bit, she would check on him every few minutes, making Izuku feel secure, that someone cared about his well-being…but she was cleaning up all on her own… Izuku got off the swing, deciding to going to help her.

Rei looked at him in surprise, when she noticed he wanted to help her.

“You don’t have to help me at all dear…” Rei began

“But… I want to, please let me.” Izuku told her, Rei smiled weakly.

“Okay then, we do it together though.” Rei smiled, Izuku brightened up and nodded.

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“Oh, Endeavor, sir. How can I help you today?” The officer at the front desk of the police station sat up straight.

“I need to speak to a detective, Tsukauchi I believe.” Enji said.

“Oh, yes, he is free right now. His office is just down the hall, I will warn him you are coming down to see him.”  She gave him a small smile.

“Thank you.” Enji nodded and wondered down the hall, until he found the office with his name on the door. He took a deep breath and knocked.

“Come in.” A voice replied, Enji entered the room. Detective Tsukauchi was a rather plan looking man, unassuming… But his importance to Izuku’s safety is vital.

“Detective Tsukauchi, nice to meet you.” Enji held out his hand. Tsukauchi accepted it as the hero sat down.

“You wanted to speak to me? Is it on the matter of a case?” Tsukauchi asked

“It’s a case I want to start, on someone you may know… Yagi Izuku.” Enji said, watching as Tsukauchi’s eyes widened, before he frowned and leaned forward.

“Why a case on him?”

“Not on him, but his parents, his school, and his peers. I found the boy on a roof last night, the chances are if I had not found him All Might would have lost his only child last night.” Enji said quietly, Tsukauchi scowled, and nodded.

“I had my concerns…” He got up and went to his draws. “It’s why I started a case a while back. But there is only so much I can do. Nighteye and Torino have been a great help for gaining evidence… I know Izuku is in a bad place mentally… I know he lies every time he says he’s fine.” He pulled out a large file. “But… if you are the one to open the case… to fully give me a chance to investigate… I can do so much more. Nighteye and Torino have been dying to get their hands on his school.” He put the file on his desk before Enji.

“If we make it, and are able to save Izuku from this situation… I want him in my care after. I will not let him go elsewhere.” Enji told him, Tsukauchi smiled and crossed his arms.

“If you were able to make him smile or laugh, then sure. He hardly does either these days…” Tsukauchi frowned. “ He used to smile all the time, he had so much hope, he wanted to be a hero to help people smile, I mean… how many kids want to be a hero like that these days?”

“We celebrated his birthday yesterday.” Enji smiled, Tsukauchi looked at him. “The moment my family found out, my daughter baked him a cake, and the kids all gave him things of theirs… I grabbed him a few things and my wife got him a teddy bear… he had such a sweet smile… even if he spent most of the time crying.” Tsukauchi said down and nodded.

“He has always been emotional… he cries over cute things too.” Tsukauchi smiled. “Whilst he’s with you… take care of him, please.”

“We’ll do our best.” Enji nodded, there was no way Izuku was going to be sad during this time… he was going to make sure of it!

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Author's note: I am back with a new chapter... I haven't updated in ages and felt you guys would like a chapter, so I hope you all enjoy this chapter! I hope you are all ready for some Rei mothering Izuku!

Enji was glad to be able to get off work early, explaining he had some important matters to attend to due to a new private case he was working. He knew his sidekicks would be fine continuing in his stead, he trusted them. He had a copy of Izuku’s case file in his bag, he hadn’t had the time to read it in Tsukauchi’s office as they had spent more time talking about trying to keep it quiet from his parents, but also how to get Izuku out of that school. They had a plan…

One - Tsukauchi would come and speak to Izuku about the issues at school.

Two – Tsukauchi would go to the school and legally take all the CCTV footage from the time Izuku started the school.

Three -  They both knew what they would likely find, but Tsukauchi would charge the school, get it shut down and suggest to Toshi that he send Izuku to the same school Shouto attends, that way  Shouto will be there for him and Enji could also have an eye on him at all times.

He just hoped it all went to plan.

He pushed open the front door, the faint smell of cookies in the air. He took a deep breath and chuckled. I bet Izuku have fun baking… He thought before he stopped, hearing singing. He moved to the living room and watched the scene before him…

Izuku was bundled into a blanket, curled into Rei’s side,  as she sung that one song his kids were obsessed with…

“Where the north wind meets the sea
There's a river full of memory
Sleep, my darling, safe and sound
For in this river all is found”

As she sang, she brushed the tip of her pinkie finger down Izuku’s nose, he could only smile as he watched his eyes begin to flutter.

“In her waters, deep and true
Lie the answers and a path for you
Dive down deep into her sound
But not too far or you'll be drowned”

Izuku was soon asleep against her side, Rei brushed her hand through his hair, her voice softening, as she continued to sing. Enji knew it was her fail safe way of making sure the kids, or in this case, Izuku, was really asleep.

“Yes, she will sing to those who'll hear
And in her song, all magic flows
But can you brave what you most fear?
Can you face what the river knows?

Where the north wind meets the sea
There's a mother full of memory
Come, my darling, homeward bound
When all is lost, then all is found”

Rei smiled down at Izuku’s sleeping form and kissed his forehead.

“I am suspecting you had fun.” Enji smiled, Rei looked up and chuckled.

“He helped me do a few chores… he didn’t want me doing them alone, and then I asked what he wanted to do… or at least… what was something he always wanted to do with his mother… I felt I could at least try and give him a moment of motherly love… They didn’t even bake cookies with him Enji…” Rei pouted sadly. Enji went over and cupped her cheek, she looked up at him.

“I am guessing the kitchen is full of cookies.” He smiled fondly, she blushed.

“We had to make different kinds Enji.” She told him. “He hasn’t had cookies in years! We had to make sure he had a large choice… or at least enough kinds to find the ones he likes.” Enji smiled.

“You, are an angel, my love.” He kissed her, Izuku mumbled in his sleep and cuddled into her side, Rei looked down at him and sighed softly.

“I want to make him happy.” She said softly.

“So do I.” Enji agreed “And we will, I know we can.”

The Todoroki children rushed into the house, talking loudly. Touya came in after them, dusting off his U.A uniform.

“D…” Shouto began, but stop as Enji shushed them, before he smiled.

“Izuku’s napping right now.” He told them; the kids covered their mouths. Touya sniffed the air and smiled.

“Izuku and Mom baked today?” He asked, Enji chuckled and vanished into the kitchen. The kids peeked in and started giggling.

“Turns out Izuku hasn’t had the chance to have cookies in a few years… so, your mom felt they

should make as many different kinds as possible.” Enji smiled, packing some more in to a bag.

“Where is mom?” Natsuo asked, nicking a chocolate chip cookie.

“Izuku fell asleep against her, she is with him in the living room.” Enji told them. “Why don’t you guys all get changed, and tell your mom to wake him, and we can make dinner together.”

“Are we going to make Sukiyaki?” Fuyumi asked, Enji nodded. The kids rushed off, he smiled as he turned back to packing up the cookies, it was time to include Izuku into their weekly family meal where they would all cook together.

Izuku  could feel a hand petting his head, and a soft voice rousing him from his sleep. He squirmed a little , before his eyes opened a little with a yawn.

“You have a nice nap Izuku?” Rei smile down at him, Izuku looked up at her and nodded. Rei smiled and cuddled him close.  “I am glad. Everyone is home now. It’s family meal night, and we all cook together… we can’t start without you being with us.” Izuku’s eyes widened. His parents never did anything as a family with him anymore… He couldn’t help but feel excited for actually partaking in a family activity.  He sat up, and Rei got up, and held out her hand. Izuku happily took it. She took him into the kitchen, where Fuyumi hurried forward with an apron for Izuku.

“This is going to be great!” Shouto grinned, standing by Izuku’s side, “Want me to tie it up for you?” Izuku nodded, putting it over his head, Shouto tied up the back and smiled at Izuku. “We’re making Sukiyaki. Are you ready?”

“I don’t know how to make it…” Izuku frowned.

“That’s half the fun!” Shouto laughed and took his hand. “Izuku can help me!” He called out, causing his older siblings to complain how that wasn’t fair, Izuku blushed. He had never felt so wanted before.

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Author's note: I am back with a new chapter for you all! And this fic is moving into my Mainfics which means it will be updated a lot more than it has been currently. So, whoop for that. 

in other news, my writing laptop messed up again, the keyboard isn't working (an issue I have had with it before.) But It's a good thing I have everything on sd card, so with an adaptor I can now writing with my gaming laptop. Let's hope I can fix the keyboard tho, if not, I will just have to keep writing with this. 

Anyway, I hope you all enjoy this chapter!

Izuku sat by Shouto again, making the Sukiyaki had been so much fun, and it tasted so good. Izuku took a happy bite of his meal.

“You all did a great job!” Rei beamed. “It tastes better than normal!”

“Cause we had Izuku to help us.” Fuyumi smiled, Izuku blushed deeply. Taking another large bite to avoid speaking. Shouto grinned and nudged him playfully, Izuku smiled softly.

“Is there…” Enji began, stopping when there was a knock at the door. The whole family looked towards the door with a confused expression.

“Does anyone else smell… Burnt caramel?” Touya asked, Izuku’s whole body froze, eyes widened in terror. Rei moved round the table to hold him.

“Izuku, sweetie…” She spoke softly, rocking him slightly in his arms. Enji was cautious, before glared at the door.

“I will go and see what it is…” He got up and headed to the door, trusting his family to watch over Izuku. He opened up the door, and Enji looked down at a woman and her son, there was no doubt they were related, but he had a bad feeling about them… if Izuku’s reaction was anything to go by… Did they send them?

“Can I help you ma’am?” he asked

“Ah yes, I am a friend of Yagi Inko and Yagi Toshinori. I am here to pick up their son Izuku.” The woman smiled; the boy next to her was scowling. He frowned.

“How do I know you are telling the truth?” He asked.

“Here.” She held out her phone, sure enough, it was a photo of the woman with a dark-haired man and Toshinori and his wife by them. Izuku stood beside the boy, looking scared, whilst the blond boy looked ready to kill… She could get…He stopped and looked at them again.

“I see, I suspecting you are a friend of Izuku’s then?” Enji asked, The boy just scoffed, and the  woman hit him across the head.

“Yeah, since they were babies, you should have seen them.” The woman smiled.

“And… you attend his school?” Enji looked at the boy.

“The s…the nerd is in my class.” The boy said, Enji internally cheered at that information.

“I see, well that just confirms I cannot trust Izuku to leave with you.” Enji said

“What? Why?” The woman fumed.

“We, a detective and I, are aware of some negligence and quirk abuse occurring against Izuku at his school. If you are in his class you are a suspect. I cannot risk Izuku’s safety for this.” Enji said, and smirked. “You can call the lead detective on this number. Please leave my property.”

“No, that fucker is coming with us! He’s already put his parents through shit, and the useless Deku should really just do as he’s told!” The boy burst out, Enji heard a terrified whimper inside followed by rushing footsteps., he turned as Touya came running out. He stopped his son lunging at the kid, holding him by the back of his jacket. Touya was fuming.

“He’s terrified of you, what the fuck have you done to him?” Touya snarled, blue flames flickering across his skin.

“Touya.” Enji warned. He turned to the woman and boy again. “I highly advise you leave. But I will warn you, if your son has hurt Izuku, I am going to make sure it stays on his permanent record.”  He glared at her, until she turned away, dragging her cursing kid behind her.

“Touya, I need you to help your mother keep Izuku calm. I need to call Nighteye. I have no doubt she will be calling Tsukauchi.” Enji said

“Of course!” Touya nodded, running back in. Enji headed straight to his office, he was forcing the plan forward, he just needed Nighteye and Torino’s assistance.

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Tsukauchi picked up his phone as it rang, 15 minutes left. His mind supplied sadly, so close.  He couldn’t leave the phone ringing now.

“Hello, detective Tsukauchi of the Musutafu police speaking, how can I help you today?” He said

“T…Tsukauchi? You’re leading the case on Izuku’s school?”  He heard Bakugo Mitsuki say. He scowled, did Inko send her to pick Izuku up?

“Yes, we have evidence of it occurring, we will be collecting the CCTV by tomorrow morning. Everyone in the school is suspect, have been from the start.” Tsukauchi answered. “And yes, Ma’am, your son is suspect number one. I would tell him to keep his nose clean, cause of the evidence confirms our suspicious, he will have a pretty bad note on his record, good day.” He ended the call and sighed. Poor Izuku probably freaked out when they showed up, he would have to call Enji later to see if Izuku was okay.

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“I see… at least you were able to get her to back off.” Nighteye sighed, he had panicked after getting a call from Endeavor, now he was just relieved. His phone was on speaker so Torino could hear what the number two hero had to say.

“Good call, that Bakugo kid is the main issue. He bullies Izuku with no one to stop him. Izuku is covered in scars… actually, take photos of them now, they are clearly explosion burns not flame burns and you can use those in the case against them, we have a few of our own that occurred when he was still around 5 years old when it started. So we have evidence it started young.” Torino said

“So… that explains why Izuku freaked out… My oldest came running about to punch Bakugo… wondering if I should have let him, that kid is clearly a villain.” Enji muttered.

“It would have done no good for now. We just need to wait and pray Toshi and Inko will fuck up further and give us reason to truly move Izuku from their care.” Nighteye said softly. “We will keep a close eye on him come the time he has to go back home.”

“Thank you, but my family also has plans to bring Izuku out on every family outing… if they aren’t going to treat him like a son, I will.” Enji said, he glanced out of his study window, outside the family were watching the stars, they would often do that. Izuku was curled by Shouto’s side, and rei was showing off her quirk a little for him, creating sculptures of Ice.

“Thank you… he deserves a real family,” Torino said, Enji couldn’t help but agree.

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Author's note: I am back with a new chapter for you all! My uni starts up again next week. First lesson is Japanese, so I am looking forward to it! waiting on two last results from first semester to come in, fingers crossed that I have passed them. Anyway! I hope you all enjoy this chapter!

Izuku was relieved that they were able to get the Bakugo’s away, he honestly didn’t want to deal with them with his parents gone, knowing he would have been forced to stay with them until they got back, and goodness knows how long that could have been. He has no idea how long his father would be staying in the hospital, nor the extent of his injuries. Shouto held him close, Izuku blinked a little, realising he must have blanked out for a bit…He hadn’t done that in a while…

“Are you okay Izuku?” Rei asked kindly, she held his hands, rubbing them lightly. He nodded sadly.

“He…” He began

“It’s okay, Izuku.” Enji said, Izuku looked up at him.  He smiled. “You don’t need to tell us if you don’t want too… but, I have a faint idea from your uncle and grandfather.” Izuku bowed his head.

“You’re not in trouble.” Rei added. “You did nothing wrong, have done nothing wrong.” She pet his head. Izuku relaxed under her kind touch, she smiled. Shouto hugged him tightly.

“We’re here for you Zu… I promise. I won’t let him hurt you again.” Shouto promised.

“I’ll punch him if he even gets close to you.” Touya muttered darkly, trying to keep his quirk under control.

“But… how?” Izuku asked

“You’re detective uncle and I have a plan.” Enji smiled. “Don’t worry Zu, we have everything under control, and pretty soon you could find yourself in Shouto’s class.” Izuku brightened up, he looked at Shouto.

“I could really be in your class?” He asked, Shouto nodded with a grin.

“And then we can be the best of friends, I mean… we already are, but we can show everyone else how great of friends we are!” Shouto smiled. “I can show you my favourite places! And we can do our homework together!” Izuku giggled excitedly.

“I’d really like that!” Izuku nodded.

“How about we watch a movie?” Rei suggested, the Todoroki kids immediately began shouting out their  favourite films, Izuku listened and watched them joyfully, giggling at them all. Enji watched the scene before him with soft, but protective expression.

Izuku was silent through the movie, the one chosen being Frozen. He watched it with wide eyes, and a small smile, Shouta happily clutched his hand, but Izuku didn’t mind. By the time they were half way through the second chosen movie, Izuku and Shouto had fallen asleep against each other, Shouto had wrapped his arms around Izuku protectively. Enji had gotten a blanket from Shouto’s room, draping it over the two boys.

“Okay dad, here’s the deal. We need to figure out who is gonna be watching Izuku before you can burn his school to the ground.” Touya said, Enji turned to his oldest son in surprised.

“Touya has a point. Whilst we know the school can be shut down very easily, when Izuku goes back he will be at the mercy of everyone there.” Rei frowned. “They don’t have a healing quirk, so, we will have to make sure to get evidence of his state before going to school, and what he is like after…”

“U.A is closer to his school. If I can get out before his school on intern duty, I am sure I will be able to keep an eye on him. Who will fuck with a kid when one of Endeavor’s interns is watching over him.”

“Dad, that might be the best opinion… I don’t want Izuku to be hurt anymore.” Fuyumi said, Enji nodded.

“I’ll go to my office, Nezu should still be in his office at this time. I should ask him about all this, he might had an additional plan that can help us.” His family watched him leave the room.

“I don’t think I have ever seen dad so focused on a case before…” Natsuo muttered.

“He’s never had a case this big… involving All Might as a villain… he must feel like it’s his duty to make things right as the number two hero… to fix what the number one has done…” Rei frowned. “And honestly… we have seen Izuku… wouldn’t you be acting like your father if you were in his place?” The three kids nodded.

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Enji sat on the phone with Nezu, Tsukauchi had been called from the principals side, along with Torino and Nighteye, and an online file between the five of them was being created by Nezu, only they could gain access. After a brief explanation, Nezu had been on board, pulling everyone else in. Enji felt better with Nezu sorting around things, there was very little the mouse didn’t know, and he knew the other heroes and the officer felt the same way.

“I would like to meet him one day.” Nezu commented. “A son of All Might, but a secret from everyone. I understand it if he was kept a secret for his safety, but it is clear this is a much worse situation.”

“Quirk discrimination… some people argue it doesn’t count the quirkless cause of the fact they don’t have a quirk.” Tsukauchi sighed.

“It is not a matter of if he has a quirk. His father hates the idea of Izuku liking any hero above him.” Torino huffed.

“What?” Enji asked

“It’s true… You know the underground hero: Eraserhead?” Nighteye asked

“Um… yes, I believe we’ve crossed paths before. A good man, got me out of a sticky situation before… I made sure the hero commission gave him the pay for that capture, he deserved it. I guess Izuku is a fan?” Enji smiled fondly.

“More than that honestly…. Some people look at All Might like some other being. Izuku is like that to Eraser.” Torino says.

“Makes sense. Eraser fights quirkless, his quirk levels the playing field but overall fights with known quirk. Izuku would naturally be drawn to a hero like him.” Nezu nodded. Enji made note of that, maybe he could see if he could get Eraser to speak to Izuku…

“So, how is this going to work. Tsukauchi and I have our plan… think it will work?” Enji asked

“It’s a good plan, high chance of success. But bringing up Eraserhead gave me an additional idea, he specialises in stealth. I also know of time he has aided All Might on cases, without All Might be aware he was there.” Nezu said “I would suggest seeing he will get involved for some more… private evidence, to get evidence of how Izuku’s parent treat him in the privacy of their own home. That would greatly help the case.”

“I will add that to the list, I know Sansa has his contact number.” Tsukauchi said.

“We need to meet in person… I can bring Izuku along with me.” Enji smiled

“Excellent, if you can all come by tomorrow we can get things sort for him. The faster we can provide him reassurance that we will get him out of that situation, I think the easier he will rest.” Nezu said, Enji nodded and smiled. Izuku was going to enjoy tomorrow for sure.

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Author's note: I am back, sorry this is late. But I hope you all enjoy this chapter!!

Enji decided to leave it until last minute the next day to surprise Izuku with the trip to U.A. Izuku’s eyes lit up when Enji told him the plans for that day.

“But, what about your work?” Izuku asked, Enji smiled and ruffled his hair.

“My sidekicks are on the case. They are all good heroes and I know they will be just fine without me.” Enji said “Besides, right now, making sure we plan everything right to make sure you are not put in un-necessary danger is my main priority, which is why Nezu is helping us out. And, we might be able to get you a chance to meet Eraserhead.” Izuku’s heterochronic eyes widened happily.

“Really?” He asked

“We’ll have to ask him, but underground heroes prefer to stay hidden, but him may be able to help us out." Enji told him, Izuku beamed excitedly. Rei smiled softly and wrapped a scarf around Izuku’s neck.

“It’s a little cold today, so keep warm.” She told him. Izuku nodded to hear, and happily took Enji’s hand as they left the home. Rei watched the go from the door with a small smile.

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Izuku couldn’t help but remain close to Enji, it was pretty cold outside, and he was warm. He tried to keep close when they got to U.A but he was clearly too taken with where he was. Looking already, everything and anything catching his interest. Enji chuckled and ruffled his hair.

“Come on Izuku, everyone will be waiting for us.” Enji told him.

“Oh, right… sorry.” Izuku blushed.

“I am sure Nezu will let me show you around later. Or maybe Touya, he is studying here after all.” Enji smiled, Izuku nodded.

Izuku happily hugged his gramps and Nighteye. The two pros seemed so relieved to see him again, Tsukauchi moved to stand by Enji, giving him a small smile. Enji pulled out his phone and showed him a picture Rei had sent last night of Izuku and Shouto sleeping in a hug. Tsukauchi smiled softly, he had not seen Izuku so at peace since before that day…

“Ah, you must be Young Izuku. I have heard so much about you!” Nezu came in grinning, Izuku jumped a little, hiding behind Enji’s leg. Nezu smiled sadly. “Sorry for scaring you.” Izuku peeked at the animal nervously. Nezu wanted to frown when he saw the child. He looked so much like Inko and Toshi together, but… there was so much pain in his eyes, and it hurt the mammal to know how much his own parents hurt him… how the number one hero failed in his most important duty. “We are quite alike… aren’t we?” Nezu said softly, a tone that confused the other heroes. Izuku looked at Nezu confused.

“We are?” He asked, not hiding behind Enji as much.

“Yeah… we were both hurt by people we should have trusted… and our own trust failed us and lead us to nothing put pain.” Nezu spoke softly, “Me and those scientists… are like your parent’s and You… I don’t want them to break you as I saw so many others like me do.” Izuku approached Nezu carefully. “I want to be a hero that helps you. We all want to help you.” Izuku glanced around everyone, eyes shining softly.

“Really?” He asked. Nezu too his hands and smiled

“Really, and lucky for you, I have joined in and have so many ways and plans… I am quite tempted to make your parents regret ever hurting you… if I did that we could get you immediately removed and put into Endeavor’s care.” Nezu said

“I could stay with them forever?” Izuku repeated, his voice showing hints of his excitement. Enji almost burst into flames of pride at that, but he felt his quirk stop. The door had opened.

“You could, and this hero will play a key part, Young Izuku I would like you to meet…” Nezu began

“Eraserhead!” Izuku gasped, the underground hero shocked from his quirk use to stare at the kid, Izuku rushed to him and began doing an oddly circling jump around him, sprouting unintelligible nonsense… “And you should cut your hair.” He stopped.

“What did you say brat?” He asked annoyed, Izuku squeaked at his tone and words, quickly rushing to Enji and hiding behind him again, muttering apologises.

“Eraser, this is Yagi Izuku, son of All Might…” Nezu said, he could see the look of disgust on the underground heroes face. “We know he is being abused and neglected by his family.” That got Eraser staring at the kid differently. Izuku peeked back at him. “And, I heard, that you were his favourite hero. I felt he would feel better knowing you will be looking out for him when he has to go home for the time being.” Eraser could only watch the boy oddly now. Abused… yeah he could see that, from how he stood to how his eyes would never make real eye contact…He sighed and knelt down, beckoning the kid closer. Izuku seemed much more nervous but did let himself to wonder forward. Eraser took his hands and took a deep breath.

“I promise you… I will make sure to help you get out of there.” Eraser said, Izuku smiled softly.

“Thank you!” He said, “also… about your hair… you can count it to see your time limited…” Izuku told him. “It’s a clear disadvantage.” Eraser stared at him in shock. Nezu laughed.

“The kid is right you should listen to him.” Nezu nodded, and patted Izuku’s head. “Izuku can I ask for your opinions on a few things.” Izuku had his attention taken by the principle and followed after him.

“Don’t call him brat… I have seen his mother call him that too many times when he just has the smallest hint of a smile.” Torino told him.

“I am still a little confused.” Eraser muttered,

“Then let us fill you in… but you ain’t going to like it…” Enji sighed, clearly displeased with the idea of having to share the story again. But Izuku was happily looking over quirk analysis with Nezu, so now would be their best chance to catch him up on everything.

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Author's note: I'm sorry this is late guys!! but Izuku finally meets his fave hero! I hope you all enjoy this chapter!

Aizawa Shouta had not known what to expect when Nezu had called him in to U.A to partake in a case… he sat before the more veteran heroes and the detective, covering his mouth as they told him about Izuku’s mistreatment for being quirkless. By the time they were done with the story, he was resting his elbows on his knees as he held his head, disgusted at what he had heard.

“That’s why Nezu suggested bringing you in. We need the evidence of their home life… with it, no one will question why we would remove him from their custody…” Torino said sadly, clearly desperate to help the kid. “The fact that it is All Might we are trying to take him from…”

“You need evidence that can’t be disputed.” Aizawa said, moving his hands. He glanced over to Izuku who was lost in a talk with Nezu, who was looking impressed at the kid. He frowned as Izuku beamed as he spoke, but the sadness in his eyes remained. “I’m in, I can’t let this stand.”

“Exactly, and thank you, it means a lot.” Enji nodded with a small smile. “Even my standing as the Number Two Hero won’t be as affective against him… one thing I truly hate him for… if I was number one… I can have removed him without argument….” There was running footsteps, and Izuku appeared by their side, holding a sheet of paper, looking at it proudly. “Hey Zu, what you got there?”

“Work… from Nezu.” Izuku showed him. “To help with my analysis.”

“Oh, I could never get my head around quirk analysis, it’s vital, but I am useless at it…” Enji admitted with a huff but smiled softly as Izuku began a soft mumble of quirk analysis.

“Don’t think there has ever been an analysis hero…” Aizawa commented, Izuku peeked up at him, only his wide eyes unhidden by the paper he held.  “You’re assistance would be in high demand; you need to make sure you are prepared to handle it.” Izuku blushed and hide into Enji’s shoulder. The number 2 hero smiled and rubbed his head. A ring tone went off, Nighteye sighed heavily and answered, but didn’t move to make it private, instead putting it on speaker phone, Tsukauchi immediately pulled out a recorder.

“Hello?” Nighteye asked.

“Ah Mirai! I was able to get through! I need to ask you a favour to do with Izuku?” Izuku hide behind Enji at the sound of his father’s voice, more tired than any had heard him.

“What kind of favour?”

“I need you to take Izuku from the Todoroki’s, keep him at home until we return.”

“Um… not sure if that is the best Idea, knowing you, you would then tell the Bakugo’s to watch over him. I have seen Izuku at the Todoroki’s, he looks happy to be there. And Torino and I made our views on what you did very clear yesterday, or did you forget?” Nighteye said “And really… what kind of father do you think you’ll be removing him from a place he is happy to someone who is known to beat him up on a daily basis, and don’t say Izuku is lying, he’s not.” 

There was silence on the other end of the phone. Before the call cut off.

“Of course, he won’t argue with that…” Torino huffed. “We have too much evidence on Bakugo being a villain…” Izuku was shivering, Enji wrapped his arm around him.

“It’s okay Zu, you are going to keep staying with me, okay.”  Enji promised softly.

“Promise?” Izuku whispered, breaking the hearts of those there. Enji pulled him closer into a hug, wanting to protect him.

“I promise you; I will not let you go home until I am forced too.” Enji promised. Izuku cried in his arms. Enji didn’t let him go, and lifted him up, Izuku sat on his lap as Enji comforted him.

“Okay, we need to be moving on this case fast. The faster we get him from this situation, the sooner we can make sure he is happy.” Nezu said, the heroes nodded in agreement. “In the meantime, Izuku would you like a tour of U.A?” Izuku gave an excited nod. “Enji, why don’t you show Izuku around?” Nezu smiled. Enji nodded, Izuku got off his lap and tugged on his hand excitedly. Enji chuckled and got up.

“I’m coming, Nezu, could we get Touya to join us, he probably has a better mind of where everything is?” Enji suggested.

“Ah, yes, I will make his teacher aware. Have fun Young Izuku.” Nezu smiled. Izuku waved bye to the heroes as Enji led him out, holding one of his hands. Aizawa waited until the door shut behind them.

“I am going to stake out the house now, if I can get evidence of neglect in an empty home, It might help.” Aizawa said.

“I’ll take you; the neighbours know me.” Torino said, “And I have a spare key… will let me make sure the place is cleaned up too. Get all the pictures you need and then I’ll tidy.” Aizawa nodded in agreement and the two left.

“Which leaves us to compile what we have so far.” Mirai looked at Nezu who nodded.

“Let’s get to work.” Nezu walked back to his desk, a dark glint in his eye.

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“Izu!” Touya grinned as he saw his father and Izuku approach as he was leaving the classroom. Enji almost chuckled at the sight of the class trying to glimpse outside the classroom before Touya close the door. Touya hugged Izuku tightly, causing him to giggle happily.

“Touya! Nezu gave me so much work to help with my analysis! It’s going to be so much fun.” Izuku was almost bouncing around with the news. Enji was surprised to see his absolute enthusiasm for the work as he smiled at Touya.

“You are going to have to show me when we get home, I could use a hand on working on Analysis, but first…” Touya grinned. “You ready for a tour of U.A?”

“YEAH!” Izuku cheered happily. Touya took his hand and began to lead him, Enji followed behind with a small smile.

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Author's note: Sorry this is late guys! Started work this week and I think it's going great. 

Also news on my novel the original version of Every heart has it's thorns - 28/53 chapters written.

“And this is the cafeteria!” Touya grinned, Izuku awed softly, before gasping. The room was huge, much bigger than his school’s cafeteria. It had a better atmosphere too. Izuku heard some noise and glanced over.

“It’s Lunch Rush!” Izuku said, beaming over at the hero, distracted by cooking. Izuku loved most heroes, and Lunch Rush was one who fascinated him.

“He makes all the meal here at U.A, his food is amazing.” Touya told him. “Naturally, Mom’s cooking is the best, his is a close second.”

“Wow…” Izuku watched the hero curiously. “Do you think I could get his autograph?”

“I don’t know, would you like to go and ask him?” Enji smiled softly. Izuku glanced up at him with wide eyes. “I will be right beside you.” With that, Izuku took his hand and slowly made his way over to the hero.

Lunch Rush looked up when he saw people approaching, he gave a small smile when he saw Endeavor and his son but was a little curious about the green haired boy beside him.

“Morning Lunch Rush! Smells great today!” Touya greeted.

“Thank you.” He smiled and nodded his head politely. “What can I help you with today?”

“Izuku has a little question for you.” Enji said, Lunch Rush looked at the little kid, who looked nervous.

“Can I have your autograph?” he asked nervously, Lunch Rush beamed, not many people have asked for his autograph, and he was thrilled.

“Of course! I don’t get many people asking, not much of a hero people love to support.” Lunch Rush smiled as Izuku handed him a notebook, he happily signed it.

“You’re a cool hero! Thank you so much!” Izuku accepted the notebook back and blushed happily at the autograph. Lunch Rush looked at Enji.

“How long will you be staying?” He asked curiously.

“Well, until lunch most likely, I want to show Izuku my agency too.” Enji smiled, Izuku gasped and looked up at him.

“Really?” He asked.

“Yeah, I know my sidekicks will hate me if I didn’t introduce you.” Enji smiled. “They will love you.”

“Then, why not stay for a bit of lunch before the students come running. I make more than enough.” Lunch Rush offered, Izuku looked up at Enji with big eyes. The number 2 hero smiled softly.

“Okay, we’ll stay.” He nodded, Izuku turned back to Lunch Rush happily plated up two lots of curry and handed Enji a tray.

“I’ll head back to class, see you after school.” Touya gave Izuku a big hug before running off, Izuku waved softly.

Enji and Izuku settled down at a table, Izuku smiled brightly at his plate and happily dug in. Enji smiled softly and also began to eat. Izuku was clearly enjoying himself, Enji could feel the kid kicking his legs happily as he ate.

“Rei and I were thinking, Izuku. Would you like to do some shopping, for new clothes?” Enji offered. “Just to keep at ours if you ever stay over, and hopefully, for when we can get you out of your current situation.” Izuku looked up at him with big eyes.

“Y-you want me to stay if they get me away from them?” Izuku asked.

“Of course.” Enji nodded. “I already see you as one of mine. And I know Rei feels the same, and not to mention Touya, Fuyumi, Natsuo and Shouto. I am sure Shouto will freeze me if we didn’t take you in.” Izuku blushed at his words, he looked at his food nervously.

“They won’t let me go without a fight… they don’t like me… but me going will look bad on them.” Izuku said.

“I know. But I am willing to fight. Tsukauchi and I have planned everything out, it might take a while, but we will get you out of there, I promise.” Enji said, Izuku sniffed. Enji reached over and petted his head. “It’s okay, lets finish lunch and head to my agency, I know everyone is excited to see you… Knowing them they probably brought gifts.” Enji added, Izuku gave a watery smile and continued eating.

~*~*~*~

Izuku jogged alongside Enji as they walked towards his agency, Enji could see people with their phones out already, he bit back a smile. Exactly as planned. One minor plan Tsukauchi agreed with, the media seeing Izuku with his family will cause them to speculate, and if they do it often enough, Izuku would be looked for when they are out normally, too long without Izuku present and, well, that is when the questions would start. Rei was full on with the idea, already looking forward to adding Izuku in on all their family outings and activities.

Izuku awed happily as he entered the agency for the first time, the few workers and sidekicks in the hall turned to look. Enji chuckled.

“Careful there, what do you think?”  Enji asked.

“This place is huge!” Izuku beamed. Enji nodded proudly.

“The bigger space helps with those leaving and entering without causing a block at the door, also helps keep the hall cooler.” Enji smiled. “Most sidekicks here have fire related quirks, so you can assume it can get very hot in here.”

“Wow.” Izuku smiled. “this place is amazing!” Enji beamed.

“I’m glad you like it! We tried to make it appear as approachable as possible.” Enji explained. “I know I can appear to be very imitating to the public, so I try and make myself look a little more friendly, to reassure people I am quite safe to approach.”

“Some heroes don’t care about that.” Izuku mumbled.

“No, they don’t, which is a shame.” Enji frowned, but he smiled at Izuku softly. “Now, let me give you the full tour and meet the other heroes working here, you ready?” Izuku nodded eagerly. Enji held his hand in a firm grip, he could feel Izuku trembling slightly, but he made sure Izuku could feel how he would be by him every step of the way.

~*~*~*~

Photographs from phones were sent to many media outlets, and they were already running with the story, and curiosity over this unknown green haired child who Endeavor had been keeping so close, and treating with such fatherly care – the first theory was made – Where the Todoroki family fostering a child?

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Author's note: I'm back, still ill. but doctor said I have a viral infection, had to call doctors again to get a second opinion cause like fuck am I going to accept that. Mainly cause my family has had two times where they were told they have a viral infection, one time it was a stroke and the second time it led to death, sooooo - yeah my trust in doctors is pretty low. Considering we're in the Uk, I'm thankful for the free health care, just wish those previous doctors didn't fuck up so badly to cause this distrust in me.

Anyway, despite me slowing dying , I hope you all enjoy this chapter!

Endeavor’s sidekicks watched from a distance as their boss was showing Izuku around, the boy being lifted on to the hero’s shoulders. Izuku laughed happily, holding on, Enji smiled up at him. He couldn’t wait to tell Rei about his laugh.

Izuku loved the tour, his own father never took him to his agency, so it was his first time within one. Enji made sure to explain every room to him, Izuku was very comfortable on his shoulders. It made him a little sad that he only got to have this father-son like feeling when with a man who wasn’t his dad.

“How about we head to my office again, and you can meet the sidekicks?” Enji suggested, looking up at the young boy. Izuku glanced down at him with a small smile.

“Can I?” Izuku asked, eyes shining.

“Of course!” Enji smiled, “I know they’re going to love you!” Izuku blushed happily. Enji took the trip to his office and got a seat placed right next to his so Izuku could be right next to him. Izuku sat there happily, looking at all the paper work neatly piled on the desk. He realised how busy Endeavor was as a hero, it was a lot of paper work, but from the looks of it – it was all signed and completed.  “I need to just file those away, should do it now before I forget later.” Enji mused.

“Can I help?” Izuku asked, Enji smiled softly and nodded.

“Come on, I’ll show you things are filled in my office.” Enji replied. Izuku beamed, holding his hand as they headed up to his office.

~*~*~*~

“Okay, that kid is the cutest little guy I have seen, and we’ve met Shouto!” Burnin’ gasped happily as she along with Kido and Onima headed towards their boss’ office. “Have you noticed he has heterochromia too, like the brightest blue and green and they are just so gorgeous!”

“He looked like he was having fun, which is good. I wish we could help with the case though.” Kido frowned. “It seemed like it bothered Boss more than any normal case and you’ve seen how he gets with child abuse cases. He’s done a lot, never seen him like this though, I’m worried for the kid.”

“Then there is something more, maybe we’re not meant to get involved for our own protection, or for the kids. We have no idea how he’ll react to us.” Onima sighed. The sidekicks entered his office and found Enji holding Izuku up so the kid could put away files in an upper draw. They silently watched as Enji put him down.

“And that’s everything! Thanks for your help!” Enji beamed. Izuku beamed and blushed happily. The kid looked over at the door noticing the sidekicks. Enji stood also noticing them. “Ah, you’re here, everyone this is Izuku.”

“Hi, you’re so cute!” Burnin’ beamed. “Can we give you your gifts now?” Izuku looked confused, Enji just smiled softly.

“Gifts?” He asked.

“Yep, we grabbed some things we hope you like… mainly Endeavor merch – I figured you’d like that.” Omina smiled. Izuku brightened up and nodded happily. “Great, Kido, you’re the one that hid the gifts-” he turned by their co-worker was already off to get them. Enji and Izuku settled back behind the desk as Burnin’ told Izuku all about her patrol that morning.

“You got them?” Izuku asked happily.

“Na turns out they had a little help and got away. I was so close, and I should have been-” Burnin’ began.

“When Shark first began acting as a villain they had an accomplice to help them in get a ways. They still help each other, but the other villain aids in other get a way now for a price. I made the connection after my uncle was talking about the villains and was asking my analytical opinion.” Izuku said. “I can’t recall the name of the accomplice, but they’re quirk is speed related.” Burnin’ stared at him in shook. Izuku blushed lightly as Enji petted his head.

“Good thinking Izuku, we should have a look into their past crimes, see if we can find the name of that accomplice of theirs.” Enji said.

“I’ll do that as soon as I can boss.” Burnin’ grinned. “You’ve made my job a lot easier kid, you planning on becoming a hero too?”

“Yep. I want to be a hero with Shouto!” Izuku told her happily. “I wanted to be able to help everyone!”

“Um, sounds like a big plan, but remember, no matter how much heroes try, we can’t save everyone. But we can save everyone we can reach. Start with that first, okay kid?” Burnin’ grinned.

“Oh, okay!” Izuku nodded happily. Enji ruffled his hair with a loving expression his sidekicks always saw him making to his kids why they didn’t notice how proud he was of them.

“If you learn that now kid you are gonna be one hell of a hero in the future. Remember us when you hit number one in the future, kay?” Burnin’ grinned.

“I – is it strange I never want to be number one in the hero charts? I just want to help people.” Izuku frowned.

“Not at all, You could easily go underground, like Eraserhead. I know there have been cases I would have been lost in if Eraserhead or some other underground heroes hadn’t stepped in to help or share some information.” Enji told him. “Maybe going underground will be a route you’d like to consider; it might fit a better style for you. You look like someone who is best built with speed in mind.”

“So, working and fighting in the shadows would be my advantage?” Izuku asked, Enji nodded.

“Yep, I could never work underground, Myself and my quirk are too noticeable. But for people like Eraserhead, his quirk is pretty much unknown, he sweeps in and takes out opponents without sharing anything, I know he barely talks just in case the villains can memorise his voice.” Enji said.

“Sounds like a lot of hard work.” Izuku frowned.

“It will be, but I will help you, and I bet Eraserhead would love to lend a hand sometime, when he’s not busy.” Enji smiled.

“Oh hell ya! You should come and train here when you can sprout! Like it will be so much fun!” Burnin’ beamed.

“Sprout?” Izuku asked, looking at her confused.

“Well, you’re green, a growing boy and the cutest ray of sunshine – I’m calling you Sprout.”  Burnin’ grinned. Izuku gave a shy smile, until Kido burst in.

“Sir there’s a huge villain attack!” He said, Enji quickly stood.

“Burnin’ stay here with Izuku. I will sort this out as quickly as possible.” Enji told her.

“Please be careful.” Izuku pleaded, Enji smiled.

“I’ll be right back, promise.” Enji and Kido left Omina followed after them. Burnin’ nicked Enji’s seat and actually got the news up on his computer. Izuku watched her confused.

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Author's note: I'm back!! and its a new year, and honestly, not gonna sy anything that could age well, so lets just try and get through this year in one piece, kay?

and I hope you all enjoy this chapter!

“What are you doing?” Izuku asked, watching Burnin’ and she brought up the internet and began typing.

“I am getting the news up, so you can see the fight. I like watching them, Endeavor is the kinda hero I want to be.” Burnin’ smiled. Izuku beamed happily, and kept an eye on the screen as the news came up. His eyes lit up as Endeavor came on to the screen. The media were following him with the camera as he gave chase to the villain, yelling orders for them to go after the victims.

“So cool!” Izuku smiled, get comfy in his seat, he ended up leaning against Burnin’ who wrapped and arm around him.

“I know right!” She agreed, “I was like so honoured when he took me on as a sidekick! It was a dream come true!” Izuku looked up at her, Burnin’ smile at him softly. “We’re more than just boss and sidekicks here, We’re one big family. I don’t know about you, Izuku, but I know your case is super important to Endeavor. I’ve never seen him so worried, so we can all see you mean a lot to him. So – Welcome to the flame Agency family little man.” Izuku blushed happily. Burnin’ held him close as they watched Endeavor fight. A few sidekicks would peek in to check on them every few minutes and would leave them with a small smile.

~*~*~*~

Enji huffed as he got back to the agency, that was a rough fight, but they were able to get the villain to the police with minimal injuries. He wanted to hit the showers immediately, but he wanted to see Izuku first. He could hear giggling from his office, and he peeked in, not wanting to interrupt what was going on. Burnin’ and Izuku seemed to be in the middle of a game of heroes. Burnin’ had apparently dug out an endeavor onesie that he received as a prototype that was never released. He smiled and backed away; he could let them play whilst he got clean.

Enji entered his office again, Izuku was beaming up at Burnin’ as she tapped a finger to her lips thoughtfully.

“Okay how about this one, there’s a villain who goes around calling themselves black mist -”

“Oh, Warping.” Izuku replied happily.

“How are you so sure?” She asked curiously.

“My uncle had several different villains bringing him up when talking to them. He apparently works for someone working deep underground – they mention how he’s there one minute and then just seems to fold in on himself and vanish. Warping is the only thing that makes sense, and with a name like Black mist – if his body has a mist-like structure, it would be easy to see why it looked like he folded him on himself.” Izuku told her happily.

“Damn kid, you’re skills are crazy.” Burnin’ laughed. “And all that from what people have said, Kid you’re going places with that mind.” Izuku giggled happily.

Enji chuckled as he caught Izuku as he ran at him, he lifted him up as Izuku embraced him tightly. Enji hugged him back lightly, smiling at the pure joy Izuku had built up within.

“I saw the fight; it was so cool!” Izuku gasped happily. Enji chuckled, ruffling his hair.

“One day, I’ll be seeing you fighting villains and saving people.” Enji smiled, Izuku blushed happily and nodded.

“I’ll become a good hero!” Izuku cheered. “With Shouto!”

“I know you will, and I can’t wait to see what you will do.” Enji told him, Izuku beamed happily.

~*~*~*~

Izuku fell asleep on the way back to the Todoroki home, Enji held him careful, doing his best not to wake the child. Rei was at the door as he reached the end of the drive way. She smiled as they reached her.

“When did he fall asleep?” She asked softly, reaching up to pet Izuku’s hair.

“Just as we were preparing to leave. Burnin’ was playing with him when I was out on call.” Enji smiled, “Wore him out pretty good.” Rei chuckled softly, kissing Izuku’s forehead, but kissing her husband’s cheek.

“Best leave him to nap a little longer then, I’ll make him something light for dinner.” Rei smiled.

Enji put Izuku down to nap in Shouto’s room, his youngest son peeking in with a small frown.

“You okay their Shouto?” He asked softly.

“Is – Is Izuku okay?” He asked as his father left the room.

“He was playing with Burnin’, he’s just taking a small nap cause it wore him out, just like when you and your siblings were younger.” Enji smiled.

“But I don’t get that tired anymore.” Shouto frowned. “Is he ill?”

“Of course not, but – we don’t know the fully extent to the neglect his parents put on him. For all we know, he might not be eating right, and so – he has a lot less energy to burn through.” Enji explain softly, Shouto seemed to think about it before accepting the answer.

“So, he’ll be okay?” He said. Enji ruffled his hair.

“I think so, yeah. With you, Touya, Natsuo and Fuyumi, I think he will fine.” Enji told them, Shouto giggled happily before heading off to play with his siblings and to warn them to be quiet cause Izuku was napping.

Enji joined Rei in the kitchen, she gave him a small smile.

“I heard Shouto, I’m glad the kids have bonded with him. It’s a relief to know Izuku has even more people on his side too. Your sidekicks were obvious to fall for him.” Rei smiled.

“Lunch Rush has as well – Izuku asked for his autograph. He was happy to give it of course, and he gave Izuku some lunch.” Enji smiled. “I think Nezu is pretty taken with him too, oh and Aizawa – Eraserhead. Oh reminds me.” Enji pulled out the work Nezu gave Izuku out of his pocket, looking over it himself. “Nezu gave Izuku some work, so when the kids do homework after dinner – Izuku can give this a try, he was pretty excited about it earlier.” Rei took it and had a look over it.

“This seems so high level – Nezu really thinks Izuku can do this?” She asked.

“He seems pretty sure.” Enji nodded.

“When we get Izuku, we should see if we can get his IQ tested. I wouldn’t be surprised if he’s a genius.” Rei chuckled lightly.

“Me neither, now do you need a hand with dinner?” He offered; Rei kissed his cheek.

“Would love your help.” She smiled.

Curled up in the futon, with the frozen music box chiming is soft lullaby, Izuku cuddled into the Vulpix with a small smile as he slept, warm and comfy – and finally feeling safe.

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Author's note: I am back with a new chapter. And I am actually at my grandparents now. Already a ton of fun, got to play with my youngest cousin, still thrilled she remembers me X3. Hopefully my auntie and her fam will be heading down to the river we used to play at as kids, So, I hope to get it on video to be honest.

anyway, hope you all enjoy this chapter!

Izuku was awoken softly, he blinked tiredly up at Rei, she smiled softly at him petting his head lovingly.

“Hello Sweetheart, dinner’s ready, so time to wake up a little.” She told him, Izuku yawned and nodded. He sat up, rubbing his eyes, one arm still wrapped around his Vulpix.

“Zuku!” Shouto hugged him. Izuku giggled and hugged him back, Fuyumi and Natsuo ruffled his hair as they passed.

“You wouldn’t believe the fuss my class through when I got back. They all wanted to know who the small green bean with my dad was.” Touya grinned as Izuku sat down, he looked from the Omurice before him to the oldest child.

“What did you say?” He asked curiously.

“Well, told them it was a secret. But added you are totally my favourite sibling.” Touya replied, Izuku laughed as the other three complained.

“Don’t you three go acting like He isn’t your favourite either.” Rei told them with a smile. “Enjoy dinner.” Rei smiled.

“I will.” He nodded.

“So, what did you do after leaving U.A, Zuku?” Touya asked. Izuku happily told everyone about his day, Enji and Touya both listening with smiles as Shouto would ask questions and Izuku proudly showed off all the autographs he had gotten

~*~*~*

After dinner, the family were cleaning up, Izuku would normally want to help, but Rei and Enji watched as he sat on the wooden porch outside, watching the sky.

“Go check on him.” Rei whispered to Enji, who nodded, putting down the dish he was drying to join the child.

“What’s on your mind kiddo?” Enji sat next to Izuku on the porch, Izuku held his teddy close, blushing slightly.

“Can- can I ask to be called something else? That’s not my real name?” Izuku asked

“Of course, whatever you want.” Enji nodded, Izuku blushed and smiled.

“Can you call me Sprout?” He looked up at the hero.

“Sprout? The name Burnin’ gave you?” Enji smiled softly. Izuku nodded, he glanced down at his feet.

“Is that weird?” he asked

“No. Not at all, it suits you.” Enji ruffled his hair. “Want me to tell the others?” Izuku nodded.

The rest of the Todoroki’s were happy to take to calling him Sprout, Fuyumi gave him a hug – commenting how brave he was ask them and how she was proud of how brave he had become. Rei shook her head fondly at her children.

“Well, then Sprout-” Rei sighed, Izuku squealed and giggled as Rei lifted him up. “You know sprouts need sunlight to grow so, it definitely well past your bed time.” Rei kissed his cheek. She tucked the two youngest boys into their beds, Izuku and Shouto giggling as Rei kissed their foreheads. “And I mean sleep, you little monsters, and tomorrow – we’ll have a lot more fun, okay?”

“Okay, Night Mom.” Shouto nodded.

“Night-night!” Izuku blushed happily.

“He really enjoyed himself, didn’t he?” Rei smiled as she and Enji sat on the porch, the house silent with all the kids sleeping.

“He did, the sidekicks loved him. I think Lunch rush might have a favourite kid when Izuku gets into U.A. The man doesn’t get enough recognition, and there was Izuku, nervous and excited to see him.” Enji chuckled.

~*~*~*~

Rei was up early that morning, Enji had complained lightly, but she knew it was just his sleep addled mind wanting to have something to hug. Who would have guessed the fiery number 2 hero was just a giant teddy bear? She smiled fondly as she put on her apron as she stood in the kitchen, now it was a matter of deciding Breakfast, they had a big day ahead, plans to fulfil Izuku’s childhood that he likely had been forced to miss. She stopped and looked to the hallway to see Izuku peeking in.

“Up with the sunshine Sprout?” Rei asked softly as Izuku waddled over to her, draped in a blanket, he smiled as he nodded, cuddling into her side. “You really are a little sprout; I feel you are going to be one tall young man.” Rei kissed his forehead. “So, considering you and I are the only ones awake, how would you like to help me with breakfast?”

“What we having?” Izuku put the blanket on one of the chairs and stood next to her on a stool she set up.

“Well, maybe you can help me chose. It was between Pancakes and fruit, or should I make miso soup, fish with some rice. We’re going to have a busy day of fun ahead, so what do you think?” Rei looked down at him, Izuku pouted thoughtfully.

“I kinda wanna have both.” He mumbled.

“Then, how about pancakes now, I can make miso soup tonight, and you can be my little co-chef today.” Rei smiled. Izuku nodded. “Great, so From the draw by the fridge can you get me a whisk and ladle, and from the cupboard under it there should be a big plastic bowl. We need them for the pancakes.”

“Okay!” Izuku nodded and hopped over to look as Rei pulled out the ingredients. Izuku brought the things over and stood back on the stool. “So – what do we do first?”

“First, we need to make the batter.” Rei told him. She walked him through the steps and whilst she put the ingredients in the bowl, Izuku got to mix it. 

Izuku giggled as he watched the first pancakes cooking in the pan, Rei ruffled his hair.

“You were a great help, but this bit is a little dangerous, so leave it to me – okay? Rei said, Izuku nodded.

“Oh, can I wake everyone for breakfast?” Izuku asked.

“Sure thing, warning though, Natsuo may take more then one time to wake up.” Rei smiled, Izuku giggled and ran off. She let out a small breath and turned to the pancakes, today was already looking good.

Izuku had woken all the siblings first, Fuyumi and Touya had given him a tired hug, Natsuo grumbled at first, but when Izuku tried to wake him a second time, Natsuo had started tickling him. And it took a few minutes before he went to wake Shouto.

He finally found himself peeking into Rei and Enji’s room, the pro hero still fast asleep. Izuku snuck in and to the side of the bed, and lightly poked his shoulder. Enji grumbled but rolled over to see who it was, Izuku smiled softly seeing him awake.

“Morning!” Izuku greeted.

“Morning Sprout.” He yawned and sat up. “Morning already?”

“Yep, Rei and I made breakfast!” Izuku told him.

“Oh, what did you make?” He asked

“Pancakes. I mixed it all together.” Izuku smiled.

“Oh, I can’t wait. Tell Rei I’ll be out in a moment.” Enji chuckled.

“Okay!” Izuku nodded and hurried out. Enji watched him go with a smile, he yawned – time to start the day.

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Author's note: I am alive!! just about, so sorry work has been busy as all hell, and I have many issues arising, but I am steadily getting there again. And I have the new main fics sorted, and will start posting them soon. but the winners are

1 - Cheat sheet

2 - Power of the shield

3- Blooming of the Gracidea

4- The child never mentioned

5 - Potenial of the quirkless.

So these five will have a regular schedule, won't be able to get to it right away due to a very big season hitting my work this week so I know I won't have the time. But I do hope you enjoy this chapter - Though... this chapter is pretty angtsy...

Rei hurried Izuku to have a bath after the others had had a quick wash, he just nodded and Rei sighed, she didn’t like the feeling of anxiety in the pit of her stomach as she waited for the child to finish washing.

“What's wrong?” Shouto asked.

“I have a bad feeling about Izuku bathing, he just had… a look on his face.” Rei frowned. The family shared a concerned look, but continued to pack for the day ahead.

Rei waited for Izuku to come out, it didn’t take too long, Rei smiled down at him and cupped his cheeks before freaking out. “Izuku, you’re freezing!” Rei gasped. “Didn’t you use the hot water?” Izuku looked up at her confused.

“But Baths are meant to be cold, right? I’ve always had cold baths.” Izuku frowned, Rei brought him into the living room, the family watched confused.

“Izuku, how do you normally take a bath?” She asked softly. The family sat up looking concerned, Enji looked ready to reach out for the boy.

“Um, sitting in the cold water… I wash with hand soap. I use a little shampoo on my hair, so they don’t notice it's missing” Izuku replied, “Is -that not how it’s done?” He looked around at the shocked family.

“There is much more to it sweetie.” Rei kissed his forehead. “Enji, you get Izuku a real bath set up, I’ll grab fresh towels.” Enji nodded and immediately picked Izuku up and held him close, Izuku melted into the warmth happily.

“Sorry.” He whispered, Enji tightened his hold slightly.

“Nothing to apologise for, nothing at all.”  Enji told him. “But you’re going to love real baths. Honest.” Izuku nodded excitedly. He trusted the hero; he had only been nice to him this whole time. He watched as Enji showed him how to prepare a warm bath and make sure it was a perfect temperature. 

Enji sat on the toilet seat, watching over Izuku carefully as the boy enjoyed his first hot water bubble bath in years. Izuku smiled happily as a few bubbles rose from the bath, Enji loved to see his child-like wonder, he was just angry at why he was so in awe of it.

“Um, Father, Izuku may I come in?” Shouto’s voice came from the hall along with a small knock on the door. Izuku looked at Enji, who smiled.

“Your choice Izuku.” He said.

“Okay.” Izuku replied, Shouto peeked in and then pushed open the door with arms full of hero themed rubber ducks. 

“I always had these in the bath – um, would you like to play with them Zu?” Shouto asked.

“Really?” Izuku frowned, Shouto nodded happily, and put the ducks into the water, Izuku beamed and picked up the Endeavor themed duck. “Thank you.” Shouto smiled happily.

~*~*~*~

“That's so much better.” Rei helped Izuku dry his hair, he giggled as she removed the towel and his hair was a fluffy mess. “How's that sweetie?”

“Better, thank you.” Izuku smiled.

“Good, now you’re good to go.” Rei told him. “Shouto sorted out a bag for you and we’re ready to go.”

“Where are we going?” Izuku asked

“You’ll see.” She kissed his forehead, Izuku giggled excitedly.

The family got into the car, Izuku sat by the window and Shouto quickly claimed the seat next to him, giggling at the playful grumbles from his siblings. Izuku giggled at them as everyone got buckled in, and Enji started up the car.

“Can you tell me where we’re going now?” Izuku asked curiously.

“It’s a surprise.”Rei told him, “but don’t worry, we made sure its safe, the Bakugo’s have no idea where we’re going, nor do your parents. We made sure you will be safe from those people today.”

“Thank you.” Izuku blushed happily, Shouto took his hand.

“Hey, Zuku, have you played I-spy before?” he asked, Izuku shook his head. Shouto began to explain the rules before a game with the whole family getting involved. Izuku had a wide grin on his face, joining in eagerly.

Izuku wasn’t sure how long they had been driving for, he had been distracted by the game, and he was looking around for something being with s as the others were guessing. He stopped in his thoughts as he saw something close by.

“The water park… are we going to the water park?” Izuku asked excitedly, Rei and Enji smiled to each other before Rei looked back.

“You excited there kiddo?” She asked, Izuku nodded.

“We can swim together, or mom and dad can teach you! They taught me and I getting real good!” Shouto beamed happily, he was still holding Izuku’s hand.

“I wanna learn.” Izuku blushed, 

“Then, we’ll teach you once we’re in, promise.” Enji smiled.

“I brought some floaties for both of us too!” Shouto grinned, Izuku looked at him with a small blush. “Today we’re gonna have so much fun!” he promised. Izuku nodded happily.

~*~*~*~

Izuku and Shouto decided to share a changing room, Izuku looked down as he put on his new Endeavor-themed Swimming shorts.

“We match.” Shouto told him happily. Izuku giggled and picked up his bag.

“Where do we put our bags?” Izuku asked.

“Right, so here they have special lockers. Mom and Dad always get a huge one so all our stuff can be together.” Shouto explained, he held out his hand, “So, lets go to them together.” Izuku took his hand happily as the boys left the changing room, they were quick to find the others by the lockers as they were fitting in their own bags.

“There you are boys, have you got your bags?” Rei asked, and they both held them up, she took them and added them to the locker. Izuku watched as it was closed, and then giggled as Enji put on the key like a watch, hiding the key within a small cut in the rubber banding. 

“It’s like a watch.” He said, Enji chuckled.

“It is a little, isn’t it?” He agreed, “Now, lets hit the showers before we can go and swim, okay?” Izuku nodded, He kept hold of Shouto’s hand, both boys giggling as they went through the cold showers.

Izuku awed as he stood at the edge of the giant pool, with all sorts of slides and fun areas. Shouto watched him with a small mile whilst the other siblings wasted no time jumping into the pool causing the boys to be splashed. Izuku and Shouto laughed.

“You ready?” Shouto asked as their parents also got into the pool, Izuku nodded nervously.

“Yeah! I’m ready!” He blushed, Enji and Rei smiled at the boys proudly.