The Father and The Son

The air was thick with tension as Izuku Midoriya, known to the world as the hero Deku, and his son Toshinori Midoriya, who had concealed his true identity as the enigmatic Raven for year, found themselves alone in a quiet room. The impending battle against Shigaraki Tomura weighed heavily on their minds, but there was something else, something unspoken, that needed addressing.

Izuku, the seasoned hero who had saved countless lives and fought against powerful foes, looked at Toshinori, his son.

**Deku:** (Taking a deep breath) Toshinori... I have to ask you something. After we defeat Shigaraki, will you stay?

Toshinori's expression shifted, revealing the inner conflict that had tormented him for so long. He glanced away for a moment, his thoughts racing.

**Toshinori:** (Quietly) Dad, you know I have a mission. I can't stay, not yet.

**Deku:** (Nodding) I understand, Toshinori. Your mission has always been a mystery to me, but I can see it's important. Still, you're my son, and I've missed so much of your life.

Toshinori couldn't meet his father's gaze. The weight of his double life, the secrets he had kept, and the sacrifices he had made for the greater good bore down on him.

**Toshinori:** (Voice trembling) Dad, I never wanted to hide who I am from you. But there are things... things that you can't know, not yet.

Izuku placed a reassuring hand on Toshinori's shoulder, a fatherly gesture of comfort and understanding.

**Deku:** (Softly) I know you've had your reasons for everything you've done, for becoming Raven and pursuing this mission. But Toshinori, you don't have to bear this burden alone. You have family here who cares about you, who loves you.

Toshinori's eyes glistened with emotion. He had always admired his father, the symbol of peace, and wanted to follow in his footsteps. Yet, the path he had chosen had led him down a different road, one filled with shadows and secrets.

**Toshinori:** (Whispering) Dad, I've seen things, done things... things I'm not proud of. I became Raven to protect everyone, including you, from what's out there. But it's cost me so much.

Izuku's heart ached for his son. He had known that Toshinori had struggled, that he had faced unimaginable challenges. But hearing it from his own lips, the pain and conflict etched into his face, was heart-wrenching.

**Deku:** (Gently) Toshinori, you don't have to carry this burden alone. Whatever it is, we can face it together, as a family.

Toshinori finally met his father's gaze, tears brimming in his eyes. The weight of his secrets, the years of isolation, and the longing to be reunited with his family all converged in that moment.

**Toshinori:** (Voice breaking) Dad, I... I want that. I want to be with you, with Mom, with everyone. But there are things I must do first. Please understand.

Izuku pulled his son into a warm embrace, holding him tightly as if to shield him from the darkness that had enveloped his life.

**Deku:** (Whispering) Toshinori, we'll support you, no matter what. But remember, you're never alone in this.

As father and son held each other, the weight of their shared burden felt a little lighter. The battle against Shigaraki loomed on the horizon, but for now, they found solace in each other's presence and the promise of a future where they could be a family once more.

As Izuku and Toshinori continued their heartfelt conversation, the topic naturally shifted towards Toshinori's younger brother, Yu. The mention of Yu brought a fond smile to Toshinori's face.

**Deku:** (Curious) Toshinori, you've done an incredible job with Yu. His progress as a hero-in-training has been remarkable.

**Toshinori:** (Modestly) Thanks, Dad. But Yu still has a long way to go. He's got potential; it just needed a little... encouragement.

Izuku's eyes shone with pride as he regarded his older son.

**Deku:** (Warmly) You've been a great older brother to him, Toshinori. I'm proud of you.

Toshinori's smile widened, but there was a hint of sadness in his eyes.

**Toshinori:** (Thoughtful) Yu was like me in some ways. People gave up on him because of his quirk, just like they did with me. I didn't want him to go through that loneliness and isolation.

**Deku:** (Nodding) I understand your concern. It's hard for your mother and me to lose another son who looks so much like you.

Toshinori's expression grew serious as he touched on a topic he had kept hidden for so long.

**Toshinori:** (Reflective) Dad, there's something else I need to tell you. It's about the mark I was born with.

Izuku listened intently, his curiosity piqued.

**Deku:** (Curious) The mark?

**Toshinori:** (Somber) Yes. Banari sensei, even with all his knowledge, couldn't figure out what it means. But it's something related to us hunters. It's been a part of me since birth, and I've never been able to find out its significance. Maybe one day, I'll uncover the truth behind it.

Izuku reached out and placed a reassuring hand on his son's shoulder.

**Deku:** (Supportive) Toshinori, we'll figure it out together. Whatever mysteries lie in your past, we'll face them as a family.

Toshinori nodded, grateful for his father's understanding and support.

**Toshinori:** (Grateful) Thanks, Dad. I may have been on a different path, but you and Mom have always been in my heart.

As father and son shared a moment of understanding, they were united not only by their family bond but also by the mysteries that lay ahead. The battle against Shigaraki Tomura was imminent, but they faced it with a renewed sense of unity and purpose, ready to confront their past and forge a brighter future together.