Encounter

Inside Renault's room.

Yaoyorozu's emotions were filled with ups and downs at this moment.

Although she knew that Renault was very strong, not inferior to those first-class Pro Heroes, she couldn't believe that he was actually the same Evolto from before.

Yes, even though Renault didn't reveal his true identity, considering what Renault said before leaving and the quick appearance of Evolto in the scene, it was hard for Yaoyorozu to think otherwise.

"But why hasn't he come back yet? Even though he already left the scene..." Yaoyorozu sat on the bed, hands clasping her knees, becoming a little impatient.

As for where Renault is now...

Pointing his finger lightly at his helmet, Renault looked at Dabi in front of him and said, "Nomu, you're the one who released them, right? Judging by your recent direction, you're looking for Endeavor and Hawks?"

"Exactly." Dabi didn't hide anything and said directly, "It's a pity, Endeavor should be defeated right now but suddenly received your help, and his power also got enhanced. You really ruined the grand entrance I had prepared."

"It doesn't matter, you can do your so-called grand entrance to me here, even though there's no audience..." Renault replied casually.

Originally, Renault was planning to leave, but as soon as he stepped out of the black hole, he noticed Dabi appearing in the distance.

So, Renault directly grabbed Dabi, who was supposed to face Endeavor and Hawks, and took him to an unmanned construction site three kilometers away.

"It seems like you've underestimated me?" Dabi's hands ignited deep-blue flames, his gaze fixed on Renault.

"Oh? Do you want to fight? But you should know that I've even taken on All For One. You're no match for me." Renault replied with a relaxed expression, crossing his arms.

"I know I can't beat you in a fight." After showcasing the flames in his hands, Dabi said, "I have a question, can I ask you?"

"What?"

"What's your relationship with U.A.'s Renault?"

"Hmm?" Renault tilted his head slightly, feeling somewhat surprised by Dabi's question. "Why are you asking that?"

"The strength of the flames you gave to Endeavor, I felt it in a haunted house where there were rumors of supernatural events. And when my people investigated that house, they discovered that U.A.'s Renault and Hado Nejire had resolved the issue."

Dabi recalled the situation at that time and continued, "I felt it back then, that energy was fire-based, but it was different from any fire abilities I had seen before. It had a special allure. And just now, that energy appeared again, but this time was from Endeavor."

After listening to the explanation, Renault was left speechless.

Could it be that after he and Hado dealt with the evil spirit and left, the League of Villains came there and conducted an investigation?

Seeing that the other person didn't answer, Dabi continued, "Your silence implies that you do have a connection with U.A.'s Renault, doesn't it?"

"Whether I do or not, does it really matter?" Renault didn't clarify directly and looked at Dabi. "Whether it's U.A. or us Pro Heroes, we are all enemies to you. There's simply no possibility of me giving you my strength. I can tell you that this power is mine. Even if you kill Endeavor, you won't be able to obtain this power from him."

In fact, if Endeavor diligently practices his Quirk and unlocks the true potential of this new flame's strength, there's a possibility he could change his hero name to 'Phoenix'.

"I see, that's really a pity..." Dabi sighed, genuinely wanting to take down Endeavor and see if he could seize that power.

However, even if Renault didn't respond that way, he didn't think Dabi would stand a chance if he went looking for trouble with Endeavor on his own.

Endeavor's current strength, even without fully mastering the new power, was already beyond what Dabi could compare to. And with the boost from the Phoenix flames, Dabi's odds of winning became even smaller.

"Well, since the next plan can't be executed, I'll take my leave for now, Evolto-dono. We'll meet again." Dabi smirked at Renault, and a swirl of black mud appeared behind him, enveloping him.

"Another teleportation technique, I wonder if that doctor has completely joined forces with the League of Villains even without All For One in command." Renault mused, rubbing his chin, unable to find an explanation.

"Oh well, whatever. Now that the problem is resolved, and since I am in Kyushu, should I buy some local specialties before returning?"

Just as he was thinking that, his phone rang.

Renault unfastened his waist armor and took out his phone, realizing it was a call from Yaoyorozu.

"What's up?"

"Aren't you coming back yet? Didn't you leave already?"

"Ahh, there was a little accident along the way, but it's resolved now. I was thinking of buying some Kyushu specialties. Do you have any recommendations?"

"..." Yaoyorozu held her phone with one hand and massaged her forehead with the other. "You're really..."

"Well, should I not buy then?"

"Buy! Why wouldn't you buy?" Yaoyorozu quickly responded. "When you're in Fukuoka, there are some good cakes there. Buy some and let's eat them. You can search for specific shops on your phone."

"Fukuoka, huh? Alright, it won't take much time. Wait for me a moment, I'll be back soon."

After hanging up the phone, Renault quickly searched for information and went off to buy the local specialties.

He visited several famous pastry shops and bought several boxes of pastries. First, he went home to deliver a portion of the sweets to Yuriko, then he returned to the dormitory.

"I'm back."

"Welcome back." Yaoyorozu stood up, first checked Renault for any injuries, and then picked up the pastries he brought back, starting to eat.

"Aren't you going to share them with everyone downstairs?"

"Do you want to expose your identity?"

"Hmm... Then we'll have to eat them ourselves. We'll make it up to everyone next time."

After changing clothes, Renault also picked up a small chicken-shaped pastry. It was said to be a famous pastry from Fukuoka. Although it looked cute, it was too sweet, and after eating one, he didn't feel like continuing.

Yaoyorozu leaned against Renault, eating her pastry while looking at the empty Phoenix bottle in her hand.

"Phoenix, huh? It's amazing, but it's already empty. Is that okay?" She returned the bottle to Renault and asked.

"Don't worry, it just needs some time to recharge," Renault reassured her. He wasn't concerned at all. Once he handed it over to Evolto, he could gradually collect energy to restore it.

But for now, he would tell Yaoyorozu about the previously hidden matters.