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[MHCISQD] Chapter 372: Sharing Burden as Family
🕑 Added 2023-08-25 20:16:06 +0000 UTCTsukasa scrambled up from the pile of rubble, a bit disheveled. Seeing the situation over at Renault's side, he also undone his Henshin.
Coming over to Renault's side, he immediately asked, "How's it going? I didn't go all out just now."
Shaking his head, Renault lifted Yuriko in his arms and replied, "Don't worry, it's just fatigue after pushing past the limits. A little rest will do. Thanks a lot for today, you've been a huge help."
"Did she really breakthrough?" Tsukasa was also exceptionally surprised. "That attack just now was really something. It even managed to hurt me. You know, that was the state of Muteki Gamer, but I couldn't even initiate particle transformation in time."
"No, it's not that you didn't have time, it's that Yuriko, at that moment, managed to control your energy conversion, preventing you from using particle transformation..." Renault explained, exhaling a sigh of relief.
Renault turned to Tsukasa who had an astonished expression, "By the way, could you help me train Mikoto? Not like what you did for Yuriko, just up to a certain point."
"Well, I can do that, but let me rest first." Tsukasa didn't refuse, as the difference between one fight and two fights wasn't that significant.
Mikoto hesitated for a moment, recalling the battle between Yuriko and Tsukasa, then swallowed and said, "Are we... really doing it?"
"Why, having second thoughts?" Renault teased, noticing Mikoto's expression, feeling much more relaxed.
"W-Who's having second thoughts? I'm in, for sure!" Mikoto replied stubbornly, then went to the side to do some warm-up exercises.
Next, Renault was preparing to take Yuriko to the infirmary to have Recovery Girl heal her. Even though it was vacation time, Recovery Girl was always available at school.
All Might followed along, accompanying Renault on the way.
Glancing at Yuriko, who was still asleep in Renault's arms, All Might commented, "This child's determination is surprisingly strong. She's pushing herself to the limit with all her might."
Nodding, Renault agreed, "I'm not sure if this is a good thing. She shouldn't have to push herself like this. I alone could've handled the upcoming challenges we're facing."
"Young Renault..." All Might placed his hand on Renault's shoulder, looking at him with a serious expression, "You can't think that way. Remember, you're siblings, family. Sharing burdens for the family is normal. I can tell, she's the type who isn't good at expressing herself, but I believe she wants to do this from the bottom of her heart."
Renault looked at Yuriko, unsure of how to respond. Yes, he was happy, but there was also a sense of helplessness and worry. This time, things went well, but what about the next time? No one could guarantee that Yuriko would be as fortunate as right now.
It seemed he had to put more thought into this.
Soon, Renault arrived at the school infirmary with Yuriko. Recovery Girl tended to Yuriko's injuries and examined her. "The young girl is fine, but her Quirk factor is a bit unstable due to pushing her limits. According to what you've said, it happened when she broke through her own limits. She shouldn't use her abilities for the next few days. With 3 to 4 days of rest, she'll recover. Let her rest here for a while."
"Thank you very much, Recovery Girl." Renault expressed gratitude.
Recovery Girl waved a hand at Renault and nodded to All Might, indicating they should leave the recovery room.
Instead of leaving, Renault sat on a chair beside Yuriko's single bed, quietly watching over her.
After half an hour, Yuriko finally stirred awake.
Opening her eyes, she gazed at a pure white ceiling. She realized she must have passed out and been brought here.
"Awake? How do you feel?" Renault's voice reached her ears, and Yuriko turned her head to see him sitting in a chair beside her bed.
Watching Renault, a faint sense of satisfaction appeared on Yuriko's face. "This time, I broke through before you."
"You..." Faced with Yuriko's strong-willed nature, Renault's originally prepared harsh words couldn't find their way out. "Next time, you absolutely shouldn't do this. You should know how great the risks are."
"I know. But I'm not content with staying this way forever."
"We've discussed this. When the timing is right, breaking through will be much easier. You don't need to take such risks."
"But you know very well how much time that would take. I'm not the type who likes to drag things out..." Yuriko said with a serious expression. "Isn't it just a little risk? I can afford to gamble."
"Hahh..." Renault sighed and said, "Alright, you're so persistent, I can't bear to force you otherwise. But there can't be a next time. If you have thoughts like this again, you must discuss it with me. You can't hide it from me like this time, making me stand on the sidelines restraining myself from stopping you."
Yuriko nodded, agreeing to Renault's request.
Then, she got up directly from the bed, wanting to leave.
"Aren't you going to rest a bit longer?"
"Not a big problem, I feel really good right now."
"For 3 to 4 days, rest properly. No using your Quirk. Recovery Girl instructed me about this."
Yuriko looked a bit displeased, but upon seeing Renault's expression, she could only relent. After all, the other person had just gone along with her wishes.
"Are you the only one here? Where are the others?"
"Mikoto is training in combat with Tsukasa, so I came to keep you company alone. But at this time, they should be finishing up."
"Let's go, then. Let's check it out."
Yuriko didn't let Renault support her, despite having some injuries. However, it didn't hinder her movements at all.
When the two came out, they coincidentally saw All Might coming out of Recovery Girl's office. He had been discussing some matters for the next semester with Recovery Girl.
Seeing Yuriko by Renault's side, moving without hindrance, All Might smiled and said, "Seems like you're in good shape. Are you heading back to the training hall now?"
"Yeah."
"Then let's go together."
The three returned to the training hall. Just as Renault had predicted, the combat training had already concluded. Mikoto was now sprawled on a chair, looking utterly defeated.
Beside her, Yaoyorozu had a similar appearance.
"Did you two team up?" Renault asked.
Exhaling a breath, Yaoyorozu nodded and said, "I saw Mikoto was uncertain alone, so with the intention of learning more, I joined her."
"And what's the outcome?"
"What outcome could there be?" Leaning against the chair, Mikoto said with a defeated tone, "I charged in and got taken out in one move. What else is there to say?"
