Chapter 044: Toga’s Training Assistance

Just as Ezaki Kitazawa left, a group of men wearing beaked masks emerged from another part of the hall. 

"Is he the one called Ezaki Kitazawa?" one of them asked. 

"No doubt about it. Those sharp eyes prove he's no ordinary person," Chisaki Kai said softly. 

"He's really a genius, having such power at such a young age." 

"How's the cooperation deal going?" a short man asked Chisaki Kai. 

"He's still thinking it over, but I believe we have a chance. At least he didn't reject us on the spot," Chisaki replied. 

"True. If he joins, it'll be a huge help for Shie Hassaikai. By the way, I heard there's a group recruiting people to assassinate All Might," the short man added. 

"Hiring people to kill All Might? Ha! Just some street thugs? That's the funniest thing I've ever heard," Chisaki sneered. 

"Exactly. If those guys could take down All Might, Shie Hassaikai wouldn't be in such a sorry state," the short man laughed along. 

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Meanwhile, on Ezaki Kitazawa's side... 

After walking about fifty steps from the bar, a soft voice called from behind: 

"Hey, kid, wait up!" 

Ezaki Kitazawa frowned, thinking to himself, *Is it really this hard just to get home?* 

After standing still for a few seconds, he finally turned around—and saw two familiar faces. 

It was none other than the rising young pro heroes, Kamui Woods and Mount Lady. 

Seeing pro heroes gave Ezaki Kitazawa a bad feeling. While they weren't dangerous, they definitely meant trouble. 

"What's the matter?" Ezaki asked politely. 

"Kid, judging by that uniform, you must be a U.A. student, right?" Mount Lady asked softly. 

Ezaki nodded. 

"You'd better stay away from places like that," Kamui Woods advised. "It's dangerous for someone like you. Last month alone, there were three violent incidents at that bar." 

"I think I saw someone calling you inside just now," Mount Lady said, eyeing him carefully. 

Without missing a beat, Ezaki replied, "Yeah, the owner said his bar got a lot of great drinks recently and asked me to recommend some people. So, I went in for a look. It's actually a pretty nice place." 

Mount Lady pursed her lips, then spoke earnestly, "Listen, kid. You'd better avoid places like that—it's not suitable for you. Especially this bar. People get hurt there all the time." 

To get rid of them, Ezaki nodded in agreement. 

"Alright! We'll get going now," Mount Lady smiled faintly. 

Ezaki said nothing, nodded again, and turned to head home. 

For now, things were still under control. He didn't have to worry about Toga Himiko returning to her original form and being seen by his parents. 

However, he was still a bit concerned about Toga regaining her memories and running away. After all, getting this free helper had cost him a smashed phone—he needed to make up for that.

When Ezaki got home and saw Toga Himiko sitting on the couch watching TV, he felt relieved. At least she wasn't going anywhere tonight.

"You're back?" 

Toga Himiko quickly stood up from the couch to greet him when she saw him walk in. 

"Yeah! When did you change back to your usual look?" Ezaki Kitazawa asked as he put down his bag. 

"Huh? I think it was during lunch. By the way, are you hungry? I made something delicious," Toga Himiko smiled and asked. 

"I'll eat after training," Ezaki Kitazawa replied, then quickly went upstairs. A little while later, he came down into the living room holding a black bag. 

"What's that?" 

Toga Himiko asked curiously, looking at the bag in his hand. 

"You'll see in a minute. Follow me!" Ezaki Kitazawa said as he walked straight out the door. 

"Where are we going?" Toga Himiko asked, following him. 

"Training!" 

Soon, Ezaki arrived at the forest from the night before. 

He found a secluded spot, opened the black bag, and took out an old set of clothes to change into. He didn't want to ruin his new school uniform like he did last night. 

"Catch!" 

Ezaki Kitazawa threw a knife at Toga Himiko. 

"W-what are you doing? Why are you giving me a knife?" Toga Himiko asked, looking at him nervously. 

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