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Good morning, everyone. [ said a polite but hesitant young man's voice offscreen. ] I might have a problem. Does anyone know how to sew?

[ The Omni hovered over a freshly laundered dark green jumpsuit. There were rips in the side where something with long nails or claws had scratched through. ]

I know it's bad, but this means a lot to me. I would really appreciate it if someone could help me out in time for the festival. Thank you very much.

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Oh yes, I can even patch leather if you give me the right needles. Although I can't sew leather together, that's a bit beyond me.

And I can give it a try to get the stains out, dear.

Thank you so much!

[ He can't really put into words how much more special someone's generosity is here, when he's new and missing home so, so much. She kind of reminds him of his classmate, Yaoyorozu, classy but friendly. She wasn't prone to calling people 'dear,' but she was mature for her age. ]

It's not leather, and I don't have sewing supplies. Or anything, really. But when you take a look, give me a list of what you need, I can buy--I mean, trade for it. Oh, that's how I can repay you? Supplies from the store?

If you'd like! [Snow hadn't been expecting payment.]

And it's really no trouble at all, it's the least I could do!

Well, it means a lot anyway.

Are you one of those people who lived in the other Deer place before coming here, or are you new like me?

I'm new like you are! I lived in Germany before coming here!

You just got here too?? It must be hard. I'll be sure to pick up some basics for you too.

What's Germany like? I've never been there.

Oh yes, I've only been here about a month now! And oh! That's so sweet of you, thank you!

Oh, Germany is absolutely beautiful! So where are you from?

I'm sure it is. I've seen pictures. I'm from Japan. I live in a city, but there's a beach I went to pretty often by train. It used to be full of trash, but I cleaned it all up. The view's great now.

[ His smile drops as he looks down. ]

...I miss it.

Oh! Another person from Japan, how lovely!

And how very kind of you to clean up the beach by yourself. I know it may not be the same as your beach, but perhaps you and I can go for walks along the one here?

That would be nice.

[ And bittersweet, since, however different it looks, it reminds him of home. But he doesn't say it. ]

I could keep an eye out for trash on this one too. Being a hero is also about volunteer work.

You're a hero? Oh, how lovely. What else might a hero do?

Yes, but I'm just in training. [ He has to clarify that, for safety reasons. He stops smiling self-consciously and speaks more seriously: ]

We train in rescue and combat. I want to become a Pro Hero, one who saves people, no matter how difficult the fight is. This jumpsuit is like my uniform in a way. When I arrive on a scene, I want people to know that everything will be alright.

With the festival coming up, I'm preparing for a rise in dangerous activity. [ He smiles apologetically again. ] Sorry, I'm sure it'll be lots of fun, but I have to think about safety too.

A "Pro Hero?" You mean like a knight? [Sorry, Deku, Snow White has no clue what a superhero is or why on earth you would need "permission," essentially, to save someone.]

Well that's all well and good to be concerned about safety, but shouldn't you get to enjoy it too?

I... uh...

[ Is it like a knight? He's really not sure. To him, a knight is something in movies or video games. He's just coming to grips with the fact that her outfit isn't just a fashion statement; Snow White is from a very different era. ]

Well I don't have a sword or a horse... [ What would he even do with a horse? ] But if a knight protects people, then yes?

[ Maybe?? ]

...I might check out the festival, when I'm not on duty.

[ That's a lie. He doesn't feel like festivities when he's still sad about never going home again. He might score some nice takeout, though. ]

Oh! [She giggles.] A knight isn't just a sword and horse! A knight is about chivalry and doing what is right, fighting for justice! My goodness!

Will you come and find me then? I've never been to any sort of festival, I would much rather spend it with someone I know.

I see... I guess, the way you describe it, it's like that? I don't know much about chivalry though...

[ He really has no clue. That's more Kirishima's thing. ]

Yes, if you want company, I'll be happy to come find you. I'll send you a text--I mean, a written message on your Omni.

[ He doesn't want her to be alone in the middle of a festival! He's not sure about the local crime rate, but the locals talking about protective disguises is definitely ominous. ]

Even if I'm working, if you ever feel weird or unsafe, call me anyway. That's what I'm there for.

You're really so sweet and kind. And if you need any help of any kind, you can contact me as well! Everyone should help one another.

I'll do my best to keep the area safe, but it's good for everyone to look out for each other too at events like these.

[ ooc: a starter! ]

I couldn't agree more! Well, I'll see you when you drop by your items for sewing.

Oh, that's right! I don't know how familiar you are with making private messages on this, but this is how you do it. Now you have an easy way to give directions without everyone knowing where you live.

I've never done the thing where you meet an online friend in person before, but I guess that's kind of what this is. You can still call me Deku; it's my hero name. But my real name is Midoriya Izuku. [ He pauses and amends, ] Izuku Midoriya in Western order.

[Snow White sees no noticeable shift in the message other than it now having "private" marked.]

Making a private message? If I wanted to do that, shouldn't I just send a carrier pigeon? [She is just that low-tech, yes.]

Online friend? Well, if it makes you feel any better, I've never met any online friends in person either! But I am glad we're friends! And if it's alright, I would like to call you Izuku! After all, you don't always need to be a hero around me! You can just be you!

Edited 2021-11-01 03:26 (UTC)

[ Oh, he was definitely right to tell her about private messages then... ]

I mean... Yeah I guess... But this is faster than a pigeon... You know what, I'll show you later. It's easier to explain when you can see what I'm doing.

[ She's so sweet, it's almost blinding. He smiles and squints like he's looking at a bright light. ]

What would you like me to call you?

Well, my name is Snow White, but some people have taken to calling me Snow! I've never had a nickname before and it's such a cute one! So whichever you prefer! Oh but I should mention Snow White is my entire first name!

[ He's far too polite to start calling someone by a nickname. Even when his classmate insisted everyone call her Tsuyu-chan, he struggled to remember to. ]

Snow White-san it is then. I'll see you later, OK?

Yes, alright, see you soon, Izuku!

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lmao I can set up a starter for that if you want a log thread

Sure! Sorry for the delay! That would be great!

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