Chapter 34 - Date Final

The city lights twinkled as Izuku Midoriya, dressed in a casual green hoodie and jeans, waited nervously outside the cinema.

He glanced at his watch, a small smile creeping onto his face. It was almost time. His heart pounded in his chest, not from fear but from excitement. He was going on a date with Tohru, the dragon maid who had captured his heart.

A sudden gust of wind made him look up, and there she was. Tohru, with her usual bright smile and golden eyes shimmering with excitement, approached him. She wore a simple but elegant dress that complimented her human form beautifully.

"Hi, Izuku!" she greeted, her voice filled with enthusiasm.

"Hi, Tohru." he replied, feeling a bit bashful.

"Are you ready for our date?"

"Absolutely!" she beamed, clutching his hand.

"Let's go watch that movie you mentioned!"

The cinema was bustling with people, but they quickly found their seats. The movie was a light-hearted romantic comedy, filled with laughter and touching moments. Tohru's laughter was infectious, and Izuku found himself enjoying the film even more because of her.

As the credits rolled, Tohru turned to Izuku, her eyes sparkling.

"That was so much fun! Thank you for bringing me here." Izuku smiled, feeling a warmth spread through him.

"I'm glad you liked it. Ready for dinner?" Tohru's eyes widened with excitement.

"Yes! I heard all you can eat buffets are amazing!"

They made their way to a nearby restaurant, renowned for its variety and abundance of food. As they entered, Tohru's eyes lit up at the sight of the endless array of dishes. Izuku couldn't help but chuckle at her enthusiasm.

They piled their plates high with different kinds of food—sushi, pasta, grilled meats, salads, and desserts. Tohru, with her dragon appetite, was in heaven, savoring every bite. Izuku enjoyed watching her as much as he enjoyed the food, her happiness infectious.

"Everything here is delicious!" Tohru exclaimed between bites. Izuku nodded, his own plate nearly empty.

"I'm glad you're having a good time, Tohru."

After what seemed like hours of indulging in the buffet, they finally decided they were full. They left the restaurant, the night air cool and refreshing.

"Now, for the last part of our date," Izuku said, taking Tohru's hand.

"I have a special place I want to show you."

Tohru's eyes sparkled with curiosity as she followed him to a secluded park on the outskirts of the city. Once they were sure no one was around, Izuku turned to her, his expression serious but gentle.

"Ready to fly?" he asked.

Tohru grinned, and in an instant, they transformed into their dragon forms. Izuku's majestic scorched dragon form and Tohru's grandiose green dragon form took to the skies, their powerful wings cutting through the night air. They soared higher and higher, the city becoming a mere cluster of lights below them.

The night sky was clear, the stars twinkling brightly. They flew together, performing loops and gliding side by side, their hearts beating in sync. Eventually, they found a serene mountain peak, covered in soft grass, and landed gracefully.

In their human forms once more, they lay side by side on the grass, gazing up at the vast expanse of the starlit sky.

"This is beautiful." Tohru whispered, her voice filled with awe.

"It is," Izuku agreed, turning to look at her.

"But not as beautiful as you." Tohru blushed, her eyes meeting his.

"Izuku... I..." He reached out, taking her hand in his.

"Tohru."She squeezed his hand gently.

"Izuku."

"I love you, Tohru." he said, his voice steady and sincere. Tears welled up in her eyes, a joyful smile spreading across her face.

"I love you too, Izuku."

They leaned in closer, their faces inches apart, the world around them fading away. And then, under the blanket of stars, they shared a tender, heartfelt kiss.

The night was theirs, and as they lay together, holding hands and gazing at the infinite sky, they knew this was just the beginning of a beautiful journey together.

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### Chapter: Discovering Japan

The sun rose gently over Musutafu, casting a warm golden glow across the city. Izuku Midoriya stood outside the dormitory building, adjusting the straps of his backpack and checking his itinerary one last time. Today was a special day—he was going to show Melissa Shield, his dear friend from I-Island, the wonders of Japanese culture.

Melissa soon appeared, her blonde hair catching the morning light, her blue eyes twinkling with excitement. She wore a casual but stylish outfit—a white blouse paired with a flowy skirt, perfect for a day of exploration.

"Good morning, Izuku!" she greeted cheerfully.

"Good morning, Melissa!" Izuku replied, his heart skipping a beat. "Are you ready for our adventure?"

"Absolutely! I can't wait to see everything," she said, her enthusiasm palpable.

They started their journey in the bustling district, famous for its rich history and traditional atmosphere. The scent of street food filled the air as they walked through Street, a lively market leading to the grand Temple.

"Wow, this place is incredible," Melissa marveled, looking at the vibrant stalls selling everything from handcrafted souvenirs to delicious snacks. Izuku grinned.

"I thought you'd like it. Let's get some taiyaki!"

They approached a stall, and Izuku ordered two taiyaki, fish-shaped pastries filled with sweet red bean paste. Melissa took a bite, her eyes lighting up.

"This is delicious!" she exclaimed.

"I'm glad you like it," Izuku said, enjoying his own taiyaki.

"Now, let's visit the temple."

They made their way to the entrance of the temple, a grand torii gate standing proudly before them. Melissa was in awe of the towering red lantern and the statues guarding the gate.

"It's so beautiful," she whispered.

Inside the temple grounds, they participated in traditional customs—washing their hands at the purification fountain, offering a prayer, and drawing omikuji fortunes. Melissa's fortune predicted good luck, and she smiled, tying it to the designated rack.

Next, they headed to a nearby kimono rental shop. Izuku had arranged for them to wear traditional Japanese attire for their next destination. Melissa emerged in a stunning blue kimono adorned with cherry blossoms, while Izuku wore a dark green yukata.

"You look amazing, Melissa," Izuku said, his cheeks tinged with pink.

"Thank you, Izuku," she replied, equally flustered.

"You look great too."

Their next stop was a traditional tea ceremony. In a serene teahouse, they were guided through the delicate process of making and drinking matcha tea. Melissa watched intently as the tea master demonstrated each step with precision and grace.

"This is such a beautiful art form," she said, taking a sip of the frothy green tea.

"It's so calming." Izuku nodded.

"It's one of my favorite parts of our culture."

After the tea ceremony, they strolled through a picturesque Japanese garden, the tranquility of the koi ponds and meticulously pruned trees providing a peaceful respite.

As the day turned to evening, they made their way to an izakaya, a traditional Japanese pub. The cozy atmosphere and tantalizing aromas welcomed them. They ordered a variety of dishes—yakitori, tempura, sashimi, and more.

"This food is amazing," Melissa said, savoring each bite.

"Thank you for bringing me here, Izuku."

"I'm glad you're enjoying it," Izuku replied, feeling a deep sense of contentment.

After dinner, they walked to a nearby festival. Lanterns lit up the night, and the sound of laughter and music filled the air. They played games, won prizes, and even watched a stunning fireworks display together.

As the final fireworks lit up the sky, Melissa turned to Izuku, her eyes reflecting the vibrant colors above.

"Today has been perfect. Thank you for showing me all of this." Izuku smiled, feeling a warmth spread through him.

"I'm really glad you had a good time, Melissa." She took his hand, squeezing it gently.

"I feel like I've learned so much about your culture today. It's something I'll always cherish."

They walked hand in hand back to the dormitory, the night air cool and refreshing. Under the same starlit sky, they paused, looking at each other with a newfound closeness.

They leaned in, their foreheads touching, the world around them fading away. Under the stars, they shared a gentle, heartfelt kiss, sealing the promise of a beautiful journey together.

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Izuku is currently carrying boxes of pizza wearing a simple black hoodie and ripped jeans heading his way to a particular dojo. He went inside only to notice something behind him and swiftly executed a roundhouse kick only for it to evade his eyes and catch orange cloth.

He smirked easily evading the onslaught of his opponents only using his skills. Izuku did this while holding the box of pizza with one hand while his other redirected their attack.

Suddenly he threw the pizza boxes in the air distracting his opponent before lowering himself and tripping the person. As Izuku smugly caught the pizza boxes without a problem.

"Gaaah!! The heck did you do that for!?"

Izuku looks down at his defeated opponent who appears to be a young man slightly older than himself with blonde hair wearing an orange bandana. The most striking is his turtle shell at his back and a few scales at his cheek.

"Mikey, we all know that if I gave you these boxes of pizza then you would undoubtedly finish all of them."

The young man nicknamed Mikey otherwise known as Michaelangelo was one of his Master Splinter's adopted sons and a person who had a mutant quirk of a turtle.

Miley immediately got back up feeling defeated wanting to have pizza boxes all for himself. Ever since the scent of cheese sniffed by his nose quickly took the opportunity.

Izuku shook his head at his fellow disciple seeing his lack of discipline when it comes to mundane desires.

"Sheesh no new not to grumble! That's why I bought ten boxes with two for each of you. Anyway, where are Donnie and Leo?"

"Oh right! Follow me! They would be excited to visit!! Uhmmm...can I take my share now?"

"Later."

Mikey made a crying puppy but was ignored by Izuku before heading their way where the rest of the ninjas were training. They soon arrive at an open area where a single person appears to be a humanoid rat with his hands at the back of his head while being surrounded by three young men.

"Take this!! Ha!!"

The person rushing to attack appeared similar to Mikey but had a more muscular build and had comb back spikey hair along with a red bandana. He wielded a dual Sai and went for a kill without thinking, easily tripped by the old man kicking him in the stomach sending him a few feet from his spot.

The old man seemed to be distracted when yet another young man with slightly longer hair tied in a ponytail wearing a blue wielding a dual katana swung his blades in hopes of getting the old man off guard only to miss when his opponent easily ducked down then felt a straight kick at his stomach.

This causes him to be distracted by the pain and swiftly receive a kick from his side sending him flying.

Afterward, the old man stood up looking at the two defeated young men then turned only for the staff to his face but he was able to dodge moving past his attacker who had appeared more skinny wearing glasses and a purple bandana.

He retaliates by striking a specific spot knocking him down. The old man sighed in disappointment at the three on the ground.

"None of you have improved! Raphael never attacks without any plan for your next move! It leaves you predictable!"

The old man pointed at the tough-looking young man grunting hearing the criticism before nodding.

"Leonardo, you did amazing by taking advantage of my blind spot but you used both of your blades rather than only one and used the other in case your opponent evaded the first one!"

His index finger pointed to the righteous-looking young man with a blue bandana who firmly nodded at the old man's words.

"Donnatello, you are quite lacking in speed and power. Though I do not mind your work in machinery, However, you have neglected your training!"

Lastly pointed at the nerdy young man with a purple bandana who only nodded while wincing at the pain.

"And Michaelangelo, I am glad you can finally join us today! Do not think I have not noticed your arrival with Young Izuku. My nose could easily pick up the sense of pizza."

The old man turned his attention to the white-haired young man that made him slightly confused at the sudden change but then glared at money who tried to take the pizza from Izuku and escaped.

However, Izuku evaded before kicking him towards the old man who landed exactly under his feet. Mikey felt dizzy then saw his father looming over.

"Uhmm..Sensei…"

"Hold on, Young Izuku. I'll just be disciplining Mikey here for the time being."

"Crap!"