My "internship" has finally come to an end. Between All Might's sudden mastery of Cursed Energy and the established production line for the Cursed Eyes, my constant presence was no longer required. And so, both Himiko and I have returned to our regular classes. It has been thirteen days since I last stepped foot in this classroom, and the reception was... overwhelming.
Currently, I am being swarmed by my classmates.
The reason is simple: for thirteen days, I was officially "fighting alone" against invisible monsters for the sake of the school. Whenever the other students tried to visit me at the newly constructed dorms after their early dismissals, I was usually asleep, resting up for my night watches. Himiko handled the visitors, but apparently, she only ever gave them a single word: "Fine." I suppose she could have been a bit more descriptive, but I know her game. She simply wanted to monopolize my sleeping face and keep our time together to herself. She is a hopelessly spoiled thing, truly.
By the way, I finished sweeping the training grounds over the last two days. It was a chore, but we managed. That muscle-bound oaf, All Might... the moment I explained the theory, he was able to manipulate Cursed Energy instantly.
"Like this!?" he'd say, and suddenly he was generating, manipulating, and discharging energy as if he'd been doing it for decades. He can already use Cursed Energy without even activating his Quirk.
I don't even have anything left to teach him regarding the basics. Between him and Hatsume, is everyone in this era a genius? At this rate, the only thing left to show him is the Reverse Cursed Technique.
Good heavens, that man is a freak of nature. If gods or Buddhas truly exist, they ought to share some of that talent with Midoriya. The boy needs it far more. It feels patently unfair. Having a disciple who is too talented is its own kind of hardship for a master.
"Mawari, are you alright? I am glad to see you are well," Tokoyami said, his tone as dark and formal as ever.
"Mawari-san! We were all so worried! Please, check your phone once in a while!" Yaoyorozu chided.
"You look energetic enough, at least. So, how is it? Are things going well with Toga-senpai?" Jiro asked with a sly grin.
"Mawari-kun! Good work on the internship! Please, let yourself rest today!" Iida shouted, chopping the air.
"I heard you were out there fighting for everyone all by yourself! Damn, Mawari, you're a real man!!" Kirishima teared up.
"Is it true you're living in a dorm with Toga-senpai?! Tell us everything! Every! Little! Detail!" Ashido squealed.
Good grief, I can't understand a word when you all speak at once. I only know Tokoyami spoke first because he was right in front of me, though I've already forgotten what he said.
And you girls! I appreciate the concern, but stop clinging to me all at once! If Himiko sees this, I'm the one who's going to pay for it later! Get off me! Give me some space!
"SHUT THE HELL UP! It's too damn early for all this noise, you extras!! As if anything could happen to that damn brat anyway!!"
...Well, at least my "underling" is his usual self. It's actually a bit of a relief. That said, I'll have to discipline him later.
Who... are you calling... a brat...?
Listen here, boy. You still dare to comment on my height? I won't forgive this. I'll show you a glimpse of hell. Don't think for a second that crying will save you!!
"Take your seats. The bell is about to ring."
Unfortunately, Aizawa arrived. I'll sit down for now; I'd rather not be trussed up in those capturing scarves. The way everyone scrambled to their seats like startled spiders suggests his "education" is quite effective. Well, I suppose I'm no different.
"First off, Mawari, good work on the internship. It was a highly irregular case, but thanks to you, the Curse countermeasures are proceeding smoothly. As for the glasses, keep the production going. I want another pair by tomorrow, so if you need to step out of class to work on it, you have my permission."
"Teacher! May I ask a question regarding those glasses!?" Iida's hand shot up.
"What is it, Iida?"
"I believe Class A also requires the Cursed Eyes as part of our defensive training! Considering the possibility of future attacks, it would be prudent for us to be able to see the enemy!!"
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