Denji watched from where he was stuck on the side of that building, looking at the people down below starting to gather after the zero-pointer fell.
His friend Midoriya, after the teacher announced the end of the test, seemed lifeless, as if his dreams had been destroyed.
No way, the test is over and I couldn't earn any points... I failed... will All Might be disappointed in me?
Man, he really is down... should I say something?
I guess there's nothing I can do, but I can't believe he didn't get enough points to get in... well, at least he destroyed the zero-pointer, right? Maybe the teachers will be impressed by that. It's not over for him yet.
"Hey Midoriya, cheer up, you still have hope. Remember, you destroyed the zero-pointer and saved that girl. That must count for something..."
"D-do you think so? Even if you're just trying to cheer me up, Denji-kun?"
"Well... it's hard to say, but I believe so. Don't overthink it. If you don't get in, I'll give you some of my points..."
What? Give me his points? Would he really do that? But why are you so nice to me, Denji-kun? I don't know, but I'm really grateful.
"To be honest with you, I want to get down. When are they going to help us, huh Midoriya?"
"Now that you mention it... I'm in a lot of pain too... I think my arm is broken."
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Midoriya and Denji, who were stuck on that building, eventually got tired of passively waiting for rescue and shouted for help. The pro heroes who were in the test area helped them get down.
Actually, when Midoriya was rescued, Denji didn't need help and managed to get out easily.
Down below, after Denji got down, he didn't pay much attention to Midoriya – after all, he had handed him over to the pro heroes, and knew he'd be fine.
Out of curiosity, he took a look before leaving and saw something weird.
An old lady?
Midoriya was lying on a stretcher and this old lady approached and suddenly kissed him...
What the...?!
Midoriya, I feel so sorry for you, man... your first kiss from a girl was, let's say, with a girl way different from what you'd expect.
Well, at least it wasn't on the mouth, and at least he won't remember this... Time for me to go now, I'm tired. My Quirk tires me out a lot, after all.
But as he was leaving, Denji heard some guys whispering.
"What the hell was that?"
"Did you see that?"
"He sent that giant robot flying with a punch like it was paper. That punch was amazing..."
"It's probably a strength-enhancing Quirk, and also that thing...!"
"Ah, you're talking about that weird thing with chainsaws on its head. True, that thing caught him in the air before he fell. It was so fast. Two impressive abilities, huh... but that thing with chainsaws on its head is creepy..."
These two... who are they calling creepy... I'm right here, you idiots... Have some respect, okay? Tsk. Denji clicked his tongue in anger.
"Yeah, really... but about that guy who punched the robot, how come he looked so nervous with such a powerful Quirk like that?"
"Maybe it was an act to fool us."
"I don't get how that would benefit him, but whatever. That guy was incredible, in the end..."
As those random guys talked amongst themselves, a figure watched from afar.
Tenya Iida.
All of you are blind... That wasn't everything. That boy acted to save that girl. He had no time, his chances were running out, he was in a tough situation, and still, he went to help her without hesitation.
If it hadn't been in the middle of a big exam!! Of course, I would have done the same, Iida thought.
And also that strange thing that caught that boy before he fell from the sky... I barely saw it, but something saved him...
If this wasn't a test, I would have done the same...
But wait... maybe this was also a test?
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Denji was among those people. He didn't linger long and started to leave.
That old lady, at some point, started shooing everyone away.
"Hey, you there, wait. You were that thing that helped that boy, weren't you? How did you do that?"
"It's him, that creepy one," another said.
Who? And why does everyone keep calling me 'thing' or 'creepy'? I have feelings, okay?
Denji turned around with some anger and saw two guys staring at him.
"Huh? Who are you... And if I am, what are you gonna do about it, huh? Besides, I didn't like how you called me. Maybe I should beat you up."
"Don't think just because you're a little tough you can handle both of us. Me and this guy together can handle anyone. Besides, I don't think it would be a crime to beat up a creepy thing like you."
I'm gonna beat these guys up...
Denji pulled back the sleeves of his shirt and was ready to beat them up when someone intervened.
"YOU TWO, WHAT YOU SAID WAS RUDE. WHERE ARE YOUR HEADS? GET OUT OF HERE AND DON'T CAUSE ANY MORE PROBLEMS, OR I'LL DEAL WITH YOU MYSELF!"
Denji turned and saw a guy with glasses helping him.
Who's this four-eyes?
I've seen him before... where was it? Or maybe everyone who wears glasses looks kind of alike.
The two idiots got scared by Iida's temper and ran off. They were cowards and didn't have the courage for a fair 2-on-2 fight.
"You saved me. I owe you one."
"No need to be modest. I saw you earlier, and I'm sure you could have defeated those two alone, considering your imposing appearance."
Imposing? Should I take that as a compliment? I think so.
"Thanks, I guess. My name is Saito Denji, but everyone calls me Denji."
"I'm Tenya Iida. Nice to meet you."
Now that I think about it, I feel like I've seen this guy before.
"Hmm, Iida-san, are you famous by any chance?"
"Me, famous? Haha, not at all. Why do you ask?"
"It's weird, I feel like I've seen you before..."
"Hahaha, Denji-san, you must be talking about my brother. He looks like me and he's a hero. His name is Ingenium."
Ingenium... He's famous, even. He has a cool Quirk, and honestly, I kinda like him...
"Really? That's awesome. Your brother is incredible."
"He is. My brother is a great hero, and one day I want to be like him."
Sensing that Denji and he shared the same feeling of admiration for his brother, Tenya ended up with a good first impression of Denji.
From the little conversation, Denji could tell how much Iida admired his brother.
"But changing the subject, Denji-san, it was you who helped that boy, wasn't it? I caught a glimpse of something catching that boy before he hit the ground. It was you, wasn't it?"
"It was." Denji didn't beat around the bush and answered honestly.
"That's amazing! I knew it was you, but I had the impression you looked different..."
"Different? You must be talking about my transformation."
"Transformation? You can transform? That's incredible!"
Feeling that someone was complimenting him, Denji got a little embarrassed.
"Well... I know, I mean, it's not that amazing. You have a cooler Quirk than mine. Look at those legs of yours, they're incredible... I wish I had legs like that. I'm sure you're a hit with the girls."
"Hahaha, they are, aren't they? I can run really fast with them."
"Yeah... really cool, just like your brother's."
Denji and Iida started talking, and despite their appearances, they ended up getting along really well.
The conversation was good, but they were interrupted by a female figure who appeared behind Denji and put him in a headlock.
"Say 'mercy'..."
Denji was making a strange face, but there was a reason.
Lack of air.
"Say 'mercy' and I'll let go," Hana said.
"Mer-cy."
Hana let go.
Iida, who was nearby, watched curiously.
Are they dating? I didn't expect Denji-san to have a girlfriend...
"Hana... you're as strong as ever for a girl..."
"You always let me, hehe. If you wanted to, you could break free."
Well, I'm not so sure about that... I'm pretty sure this girl has gorilla DNA...
"Denji, aren't you going to introduce me to your friend?"
"Ohhh, sorry, Iida. This is Hana. Hana, this is Iida."
"Nice to meet you, Hana-san."
"Likewise."
"Denji, look how amazing, you made a friend! I thought you were going to die alone. But hey, even you managed to make a friend. I'm proud of you."
"That's not true, Hana-san. From the little I've gotten to know Denji-san, I can tell he's a person of character. His motivations for becoming a hero must be the noblest possible."
Hana looked at Iida, then at Denji, and wondered if they were talking about the same person.
Denji?
Me?
But I just want to touch some boobs and get stronger. Where did he get all those qualities from me?
"You are very modest, Iida-san."
"I am absolutely sure of what I'm saying. Denji-san, in that moment, you acted like a true hero."
Huh?! Why does it seem like he's admiring me a lot while talking about me?
"Well, thanks, Iida-san. I think the same about you. I'm sure you'll be a great hero."
These two... who's the bigger idiot? Hana wondered.
"Now, if you'll excuse me, it's time for me to go. See you," Iida said.
"Iida-san, wait..."
"Yes, Denji-san?" Tenya said, stopping and turning around.
"Can we talk about the test today and exchange information about Quirks and stuff?"
"You want information? It's a good idea to exchange knowledge. Denji-san, you are indeed very perceptive and intelligent. But of course, it's a good idea. Take my contact info. That way we can exchange knowledge and prepare for U.A."
"Alright, Iida-san. My contact is..." Denji said, stepping forward to get Iida's contact info.
Watching the scene, Hana thought again.
Who's the bigger idiot?
Denji obviously doesn't know how to ask someone to be friends, and the other is too naive to believe anything that comes out of Denji's mouth...
"See you later, Denji-san, Hana-san. I'll see you around when we're at U.A. Well, that is if we manage to get in..."
After that, Denji, Hana, and Iida went home. Midoriya stayed in U.A.'s infirmary until he recovered, but considering that old lady who kissed him had a healing Quirk, he didn't take long.
Then a week passed, and the results came out.