*The living room feels smaller now that the whole family is gathered. Elizabeth walks around Izuku, her eyes fixed on his tail, a small, mischievous smile on her lips.*
Elizabeth : *poking Izuku’s wing* You said you possess Funtime Foxy, right? That means we’re practically the same! I have Baby... and you have the fox. We could put on a show!
Izuku : *chuckles softly, looking at Elizabeth* I think I've had enough "shows" to last a lifetime, Elizabeth. But maybe I can show you how these wings work later.
Michael : *crossing his arms, his voice cold* Enough with the family reunion act. I don't care if Father adopted you years ago. Where were you when everything went to hell? Where were you when...
*Michael glances at Chris, his voice cracking for a split second before he hides it behind his usual mask of indifference.*
Michael : Why show up now, after all this time?
William : *starting to stand up, his eyes narrowing* Michael, I warned you-
Izuku : *raising a hand to calm William again* It’s okay, Dad. Michael is right to ask.
*Izuku turns to Michael, his expression turning serious. He doesn't mention his visions, but he lets a bit of his own pain show in his eyes.*
Izuku : I didn't choose to leave, Michael. I was taken. I spent years in a place I can't even describe, trying to find a way back to this family. I'm not here to replace anyone or pretend I know everything you've suffered... I'm just here because I'm an Afton. And Aftons don't leave their own behind.
Michael : *stares at him in silence, searching for a lie in his face* You talk like a hero. It’s annoying.
Clara : *intervening with a warm smile* He is training to be a hero, Michael. He's at UA.
Elizabeth : *clapping her hands* A hero! That’s so much better than being a technician!
Chris : *slowly stepping out from behind Michael, still clutching his bear* Do... do you have to go back there? To the school?
Izuku : *softens his gaze* Only in a few days, Chris. For now, I’m staying right here.
William : *looking at his children with a dark sense of pride* Exactly. We have a lot to catch up on. Clara, why don't we prepare a "proper" dinner? Even if some of us don't really... need to eat anymore, the tradition remains.
Clara : *nods happily* That’s a wonderful idea. Elizabeth, come help me in the kitchen.
Elizabeth : *groans but follows her mother* Fine! But Izuku has to tell me about his "Quirk" later!
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