Izuku sighed as he got out the shower, wrapping a towel around his waist after wiping excess water off his body. It had been a mind-numbingly long day and now he was required to show up at this bothersome party when he'd rather stay in the bedroom, wrapped around Eiji and sleep. He had honestly thought that the meetings would have gone on longer, but looks like they'd make the party on time, but he had text the Ragtags group chat to let them know they'd meet at 6.45pm in the second lobby to go together, along with Melissa. Rhyki had informed him that Todoroki, Momo and Jiro were joining them too as they'd met up while seeing the sights.

They didn't know it was him personally, just that they were there under special invite from Creator and meeting his right hand later. She had also told him, that unfortunately, the rip off sonic Iida was going to be there tonight too, as he was representing his family. Luckily, he wasn't joining them, but would be at the party early. One good thing had happened today though, his inventions had been commended by those on I-Island, so all he had to do was wait for them to get in contact for the go ahead and they'll start transferring around the world after he built everything. The main one, that had truly astonished everyone, was called The Cage and it'll be used for top prisons, like Tartarus. Basically, it was a small, virtually indestructible box that was planted on the building, and an invisible barrier of sorts could cover it, and upwards of a hundred meters from the outer wall. It would keep prisoners in, as if they tried to escape, they'd be electrocuted enough to knock them out.

Considering the prisoners wore quirk cancelling bracelets, that was saying a lot. Only guards or visitors could pass in and out willingly. But Izuku had put a catch into it that he hadn't gone into too much detail about. It had a detection system built within. So, if say, a civilian came in to 'visit' and tried aiding a prisoner in any way, an alarm would go off to the security guards, allowing them to prevent it from going further. Only he was able to access the inner workings of the device too. He wasn't taking any chances. Izuku sat on the edge of the bed, towel over his head as he just sat in silence after checking the time. Twenty minutes until they had to leave. Eiji was in the main part of the penthouse, excitedly talking to his mums about his day so far. Soon, he heard Eiji say goodbye, and the soft pitter patter of socked feet heading towards him. The bedroom door opened, and he peered up. Eiji was staring at him wide eyed. He'd already showered and gotten ready, dressing in a black tux, with a red shirt to compliment his eyes. A black tie finished off the look. He looked utterly breath-taking.

"What are you just standing there for love?" He asked, before pulling the towel off his head.
"Who gave you the right to be so bloody beautiful?" Eiji growled before storming over and settled on his lap. Knees locked against his hips. He locked his arms around Eiji's waist.
"Mm, I don't know. How about you show me how much you like it instead?" He smirked.
"Don't have to ask me twice." Eiji leaned forward and sealed their mouths together. Lips opened and Izuku flipped them over, so Eiji was trapped beneath him. He devoured his boyfriend, who gripped his shoulders tightly, blunt nails digging in a bit. Not that Izuku minded in the least. When they had to pull apart for air, he smirked as he saw Eiji's reaction. His eyes were slightly glazed, panting and a little bit of drool escaped his mouth. He climbed off the bed and hauled him up before it escalated further.

Because Eiji was still dazed, he checked that his hair was still spiky, considering he'd pretty much pinned him into the mattress. It was fine. Getting his other suit from where he'd hung it on the wardrobe door, he was not expecting arms to come around his waist. Turning in the grip, Eiji stared hungrily at him. Due to that look, Izuku felt himself beginning to harden more. They didn't have time for that, because there was no way he would settle for anything less than twenty minutes minimum!
"We can't baby. We've got to go to the V.I.P party." He gritted out as a hand slipped beneath the towel and wrapped around his length. He barely stopped the growl from leaving his mouth at the feel of the soft hand holding him.
"Fine. Promise for afterwards?" Eiji looked at him with those puppy eyes of his. How was he meant to say no to that look?! Answer: he damn well couldn't.

"Promise. I'll just have to pull out when I cum because I didn't bring condoms. I wasn't exactly expecting anything like this to happen this weekend." He admitted.
"I brought some though." Eiji grinned, looking immensely proud of himself. Izuku chuckled and removed his hand before he could work him into a frenzy which would truly make them late. Or just not go at all. But then he'd never hear the end of it, considering there was some pros there wanting to talk to him about some work from Creator.
"Naughty." He kissed him softly.
"But, you like it." Eiji winked.
"Damn right I do. Now I need to get dressed babe, otherwise we won't make it on time."
"Fine." They shared another sweet kiss before Eiji left the room. Izuku smiled as he watched him leave. Damn, that was a nice arse framed perfectly in those trousers.

Once on his own, he quickly dressed. His suit was near enough the same as to what he'd worn earlier, but instead of a green shirt, this was crisp white. No tie, as he didn't want to be strangled. After brushing his teeth and checking his appearance – eh, tolerable – he put the small oblong holding some normal clothes into his pocket. For some reason, he had a weird feeling that he will be needing it. No idea why, considering it was a party, but he wasn't going to not listen to his gut feeling. That had saved him many times over the years. The entire suit was modified, being bulletproof etc, and he even made the pockets have small zips to keep things secure. Phone secured in the other pocket and metal mask in hand, he headed out to where his delectable red head was waiting. He found Eiji staring out the window, staring at the sunset before it disappeared beyond the surrounding wall. Seriously, he should be illegal with how bloody gorgeous he was. The glow of the sun framed Eiji perfectly.

"Ready to go love?" He called and Eiji turned.
"Holy crap, you look amazing!" Eiji dashed over with a broad grin.
"Thanks, but you are positively gorgeous baby." He kissed him, unable to resist. It was a love filled kiss. They separated and he quickly put the mask on before he said fuck it all and spent the night making love to his boyfriend. Once it was secured, he glanced at the clock on the wall and it as time to head down. Time to get this shit fest over with.
"Remember, as soon as we step out of the room, you know me as Shadow, ok babe?" He glanced at Eiji, who nodded.
"Got it." They left after putting on their jackets. Before they know it, the elevator got to their destination. They could just make out Mina questioning where they were. The ding signalled, and the doors opened, gaining those waiting attention.

The duo stepped out and joined everyone. The boys were in their own fitted black tuxedo's, looking damn good, but with different coloured shirts. Bakugou – burnt orange. Kaminari – yellow. Shinso – purple. Sero – black. Todoroki – ice blue. All had black ties, with a clip on it with Creator's logo stamped on it, well the Ragtags did. His gaze skimmed to the girls, who looked spectacular. Mina was in an off shoulder black dress that ended mid-thigh but was longer at the back, with delicate lace across the chest and down the arms to her elbows. Small black heels were on her feet, mostly made up of straps. Momo was wearing an all-green dress that flowed perfectly on her frame down to the heels she wore, with a tight fabric band across her stomach to show her curves a little. Long black hair was pinned up in her usually spiky ponytail but more of a bun style, with a gold band. A matching gold choker style necklace was on her neck.

Jiro wore a dark pink dress with a dark purple/blue part across her chest, with a matching bow just underneath. Grey tights covered her legs and flat pink shoes covered her feet, which didn't surprise Izuku as he knew she wasn't one for heels. Jiro's look was finished off with a small black jacket, red gloves and a choker. Melissa was in a knee length dress of dark blue at the top, and a light blue/white at the bottom. It left her arms, shoulders and the top of her chest bare. A black band wrapped around her waist with a small white flower. A thin choker wrapped around her throat. Her legs were bare and feet in strappy white heels. Blonde hair in a ponytail and curled a little. She also didn't have her usual glasses on, so she must have put her contacts in. They wore minimal makeup, yet just enough that it accentuated their eyes and lip-gloss. They even had short black nails done. The real kicker though, was Rhyki. Did he expect any less? No. Not in the least with her.

His sister wore a stunning crushed all black gothic styled velvet dress that ended mid-thigh yet flowed down at the back to the floor. The top part showed off her chest rather well and split down the middle of her cleavage. It was tight like a corset to show off her curves perfectly and covered in lace, that also went down her arms to the elbows. Two thin straps went over her shoulders, to keep it in place. Long legs were bare and ended in her black new rock heels that were badass. A half leather and half chain choker was around her throat, with a skull pendant dangling from it. Her hair was down and curled a lot. Part of it, to keep it out of her face, had been swept back and pinned behind her scalp with a black clip. Usual mask in place. She had black and orange eyeshadow on in a smoky eye effect, to bring attention to her flame orbs, along with mascara coating her long lashes. Another words, Rhyki looked incredible as it was exceedingly rare to see her in a dress.

"Wow, you ladies look beautiful!" Eiji complimented them with a broad grin.
"Thank you Kiri." Mina smiled.
"You guys look incredible too." Momo said, looking at them both.
"Thank you." He replied. He winked at Rhyki, who smirked and did it back. He hoped to fuck that they had taken photos of her in that outfit, because it was something to remember. Wait, who was he bloody kidding? Mina was there, obviously she had gotten photos.
"So, what's the plan?" Todoroki asked. He was still awkward around people, but he had gotten better since the talk at the Sports Festival.
"You can follow me to where the party is. Because you all, apart from Todoroki, Momo, Jiro and Melissa are here under invitation from Creator, it doesn't matter that you turn up at the same time as me, considering I am Creator's right-hand man. The other four, if questioned as to why with us, just explain you go to the same school and are friends. Although I do know that Momo and Todoroki are here to represent their families, so that also helps." Izuku replied.

"Wait, hold on a minute! You are the right-hand of Creator? As in Creator, who makes the best support gear and other items since he appeared about ten years ago from seemingly nowhere?" Jiro gawked.
"Yes, that is correct. I know him personally obviously. But here, no one knows who I am truly apart from my name of Shadow, so just call me that. My identity and his are top secret. If it's given out, then there are major repercussions."
"Got it." They nodded in agreement just as giant shutters began to cover the windows.
"We have received reports from the I-Expo security system, that there was an explosive discovered at the exhibition site. I-Island is currently on high alert. Residents and visitors are expected to remain at home or lodging. If still outside, immediately make way to the nearest building. Thank you." Came over the speakers. Izuku narrowed his gaze. Something didn't add up there. Surely, they wouldn't put that out as an announcement but just say to go inside due to an anomaly or something? Why cause panic?

"Will everything be alright?" Eiji asked, looking slightly worried.
"As long as we follow the instructions, we will be safe." Melissa replied.
"Guys, we have no service on our phones. It's like everything has been blocked. The elevator isn't working either." Jiro stated, gaining their attention.
"Ok, seriously? Just because they found explosives, the security system enters high alert mode? Something isn't adding up here, at all. Let's head to the party and see what is happening there." Izuku took charge, falling into the leader role with barely any hesitation. The others looked at him with worry, whereas he was entirely calm, as was Rhyki. They'd been in worse situations after all.
"Melissa, is there another way to the party?" Rhyki asked the blonde.
"Yes, we can use the emergency stairs, which will lead us to a place near the party. There is a viewing point above the room it's held in." She answered.

"Ok, that's what we will do. Keep your cool everyone and don't worry."
"Right. Shadow and I will keep you safe." Rhyki announced.
"How though?" Shinso asked, as he held a slightly trembling Kaminari.
"What we say here, stays here, got it?" She glanced at them all to show she was serious. They nodded without hesitation. Ragtags already knew of them being pros, but the other four didn't.
"Shadow and I are already pro heroes. We are underground heroes, but we took the World Hero Test, to give us world hero licences, which allows us to fight anywhere. So, if it's what Shadow is thinking judging by that look in his eyes, it's villains here. Just follow our lead and we'll get through this with no worries." Rhyki answered, cracking her knuckles.
"How are we meant to fight in dresses? Or heels for that matter?" Mina gawked at her best friend.
"I've fought in nine-inch stilettos before, this is nothing to me. If it truly comes down to it, leave the fighting to me and Shadow."

"She's right. If it truly comes down to it, I give everyone here, full rights to use their quirks to defend themselves, each other and anyone caught in the crossfire. I take full responsibility of it, and you won't get in trouble for it. Now, Melissa, lead us to the viewing deck if you could?" Izuku turned to the blonde, who nodded in determination. They followed her, staying as quiet as they could with their heels and fancy shoes. The only one who made zero noise was him. When they got to the viewing deck, he made them wait in the hallway out of sight and crept forward, crouching low at the banister that wrapped around the glass. Looking below, he saw All Might wrapped in some blue electrical type straps. Ah, that was the security measure he'd created. Yep, no getting out of those fuckers until activated from the command centre.

Do not flinch. It's Shadow. What's happened? He sent to All Might. He saw the man startle a little. He'd have chuckled if it weren't a life-threatening situation that they were in.
This is weird, but ok. Villains somehow got onto the island and have taken over the tower. They've got entire control over the security system and everyone on the island are now hostages. Heroes have been arrested so to speak and the civilians in the room are kept a close eye on. It's highly dangerous here, so I suggest getting out as quickly as possible.

Yeah, that's not happening. I'm a pro hero myself All Might. So, I'm not running for shit. How many are in the room with you, do you know?

I'm not entirely sure, but they all have guns. The 'so called' leader has a metal mask over the entirely of his face, so we don't know what he looks like.

Understood. I'll get up to the tower and take back control. Once you are free, head there immediately and we will team up to take the enemy down as fast as possible.

I won't complain at that. But, Shadow, what about those who are with you?

They will be fine. I have Rhyki, who is also a pro hero. Once this is all over with, I will explain everything to you, I promise.

Very well. I should also inform you, the leader left, taking David Shield and his assistant Sam with him. I'm not sure what for, but they are going to the storage room apparently.

Great, I'll go there first. Keep calm, as I can see you steaming a little. Try and hold onto that form as much as you can, and I'll do this as quickly as possible to get everyone out.

Of course. Be safe and I'll see you soon. Good luck Shadow.

Bye for now. He disconnected the telepathic chat and scuffled back to the others. He shook his head before they could ask anything and motioned them to move. They didn't speak until they were back in the stairwell, where there was no cameras or anything.
"What happened?" Rhyki demanded. Bakugou wrapped his arm around her waist, pulling her into his side as they waited for his answer.
"Ok, all the heroes in the room are trapped. Effectively held prisoner, as are the other guests. Villains have indeed taken over, just like I had thought. They've got entire control over the island, and everyone here are their hostages. Or so they think, considering they aren't aware that we're here yet, but I'm not entirely sure how much longer that will last." So much for a business/relaxing weekend. Fucking villains man!
"What do you suggest we do? Considering they've even managed to somehow capture All Might." Shinso queried.

"The I-Island security system is held on the top floor, and we will go there. If the villains have taken over the system, that means the authentication lock and password should have been turned off, which means we can restart the system and regain control. We just have to make them leave the top floor first."
"How do we do that?" Todoroki questioned with a slight tilt of his head.
"Right now, none of us are hurt, which works in our favour. I'm also hazarding a guess that the criminals aren't used to dealing with such an advanced security system. Right now, they're occupied with the top floor, so we don't need to fight yet. We get the system back as fast possible; it allows for All Might to join us."
"What then?" Jiro posed.
"You all stay away and safe, while leaving the rest of the fight to me and All Might. We will team up and taken them down fast and with as much minimal damage as we can without knowing what quirks the criminals have for now. Either way, once we know, I'll devise a plan and we'll execute it."

"What about Melissa? She's quirkless and I don't want her injured." Momo stated.
"That means shit to me. Quirkless are just as capable, even pros get hurt, so why should quirkless be treated differently from that shit? They shouldn't. Anyway, once we get the tower cleared, Melissa, I want you to reboot the system and let us gain control and the upper hand. I will have Kaminari and Shinso team up and protect your back. We'll reverse this entire situation and get everything back to normal." Izuku replied.
"Ok, let's go. I won't let you down!" Melissa cheered, eyes shining with sheer determination.
"I know you won't."
"Let's go." Rhyki said and they began the climb. As they approached the thirtieth floor, he glanced back, and Melissa was the last one up. They were all panting, apart from him and Rhyki.
"How many floors before we get to the top?" Eiji asked, talking for the first time since this whole shitfest happened.
"Two hundredth floor." Melissa gasped, drawing in deep breaths.

"Damn, that's a lot." Kaminari whined.
"How the fuck are you two not out of breath?" Bakugou demanded, glaring at him and Rhyki.
"This is nothing to me. I can run eight straight miles before I begin to tire." Izuku shrugged.
"What he's also failing to tell you, is that he can do that while carrying me, in a flat out run." Rhyki told them.
"Are you serious? Dude, are you a machine or something?" Mina huffed.
"No, I just train a lot. Honestly, this is nothing for me. Let's get this over with quicker." Izuku sent shadows out, which wrapped around everyone and lifted them into the air, apart from him. Yes, he even lifted Rhyki, but she wasn't going to complain, knowing it would literally go in one ear and out the other with him. The shadows moved until it resembled a carrier, like those toy wagon things that kids have. It even had sides. It just didn't obviously have wheels.
"Holy shit." Everyone grabbed each other for stability.

"Let's go." He bolted up the stairs, the shadow carrier trailing along behind him. No one spoke as he ran. What was there to say? They weren't exactly going to complain while being able to rest from running up thirty flights of steps without a break. Once they got to the eightieth floor, it was blocked off by a steel door. He lowered everyone to the ground and the shadows vanished back inside him.
"Ok, that was surreal, yet oddly relaxing." Todoroki said with a puzzled face.
"I know right." Eiji smirked.
"Now what do we do?" Rhyki asked him.
"If it gets destroyed, which I can do, that will alert the villains as the system will be activated, so they'll be aware of our actions, and us." Izuku mumbled. He went silent as his brain started going into overdrive. Thank fuck he didn't mumble out loud anymore, as that would no doubt truly freak them out.

"This isn't locked, how about going through?" Kaminari pointed to a door beside him.
"No, it'll activate the system." Rhyki told him.
"But that might be the only chance, or way, that we have to get to the top. We're just going to have to risk it." Momo said. He snapped out of his thoughts. She was right. It was the only way.
"She's right. Rhyki, take front, I'll guard the back. Everyone else in the middle, quickly." They got into formation without hesitation, and Rhyki opened the door.
"Run. Now." Rhyki said and they bolted. They ran down the broad corridor that was presented to them, as fast as their legs could carry them. Well, he was jogging.
"Pick up the speed. The doors are closing behind us. They have clearly noticed us, which means they're smarter than we realised." Izuku snapped, pushing them more.
"Todoroki, ice the door!" Rhyki called and the half and half user shot forward more. He slammed his foot into the ground and sent a torrent of ice ahead, effectively stopping the steel doors from closing. They jumped through, after the girls lost their heels apart from Rhyki. It was easier for them to move. Rhyki could run in those lethal things like she wore trainers.

"Through there." Izuku indicated a closed door.
"How do we get through? It's solid steel." Shinso asked, looking for a way in.
"Like this." Izuku stepped back and then charged at the door. He busted it down with barely any problems and glanced over his shoulder. Everyone was staring at him in pure shock, which also including Melissa. He rolled his eyes and focused on what was in front of him. He quickly scanned his surroundings with a trained eagle eye.
"Stop gawking. Let's go. We're in the plant factory."
"By the looks of it, the elevator works too. Does that mean we can use it to get to the top floor?" Eiji pointed out as they settled at his sides.
"No. It's useless. The elevator can only be operated by certain people, and it's also made of explosion resistant material, so we can't destroy it." Melissa informed them.

"Guy's the elevator is moving." Mina said, gulping a little.
"Hide. Now. Don't make a noise. I have an idea." They followed and dived behind a massive collection of bushes, that looked like one giant one and huddled down low. Many of them put hands over their mouths to not make a noise. The elevator dinged, and two people stepped out. Izuku peered at them through the leaves.
"That uniform.... They're the fucking villains from the party." He growled low, that only Rhyki and Jiro heard him with their sensitive hearing.
"They're in a place that is quite troublesome. But we were told they're here. What now?" The shorter villain questioned. He was just going to label them as stumpy and beanpole. Damn, they were ugly fuckers. Izuku moved and carefully pulled Bakugou, Eiji and Todoroki with him a short distance away.

"You three take them down. Work together. Bakugou, distract them before Todoroki uses his ice as a thick barrier to give us time to get away. There is a runway above us, I'll take us up using shadows and go on ahead. Once they are defeated, you three catch up. I trust you with this." He whispered.
"Oh, I can definitely fucking do that." Bakugou smirked devilishly. Jesus, imagine if he'd teamed him and Rhyki together? Nightmare.
"You can count on us." Eiji nodded firmly.
"Good. Let's go. Two head to the other end, using the plants as cover. Once you say about the party and being lost, once they answer, Todoroki, you go into action after my signal."
"Got it." Izuku nodded and left them too it. Eiji glanced at him as he passed him, giving him a soft smile before tailing Bakugou who was moving rather quickly through the shrubbery. Izuku pulled out the shadows and wrapped them around everyone, who had now turned to him. Once everyone was off the ground, and secure, he waited for the opportunity to move. They all stayed silent, knowing he had a plan. He was peering through the leaves to keep an eye on everything. The pitter patter of feet got the villains attention.

"Found you, pesky kids." Beanpole grumbled.
"What the fuck is that supposed to mean? We're just looking for the shitty fucking party." They heard Bakugou snarl. Izuku glanced at Rhyki, who was looking mighty proud of her boyfriend.
"Is that anyway to talk to someone? Do you kiss your mother with that potty mouth?" Stumpy replied.
"Who do you think fucking taught me this way, cunt chop?"
"Enough. Just fucking take them out!" Beanpole snapped.
"Oi arsehole, did you know, you deserve to be fingered, roughly, by Edward Scissorhands." That got everyone choking slightly as they tried desperately to stifle their laughter. Where the fuck does Bakugou come up with something like that? Fucking beautiful though!
"What the fuck is wrong with you? Are you crazy or some shit?" Stumpy asked, looking genuinely concerned. Bakugou just sighed and pulled his hands from his pockets.
"Nope. Dear mother had me tested. Turns out, I'm not crazy. I just put the fucking hot in psychotic." He fired off an explosion at them, cackling manically as he did so.

"You bastard!" The villains growled as they dropped to the floor to avoid being hit. That was good for Izuku and motioned for Todoroki to go. He did and created a thick formation of ice that separated them all. He bolted out from where he was hidden, the shadows following.
"Catch up! I trust you." Was all he said, before shooting to the walkway above. Within seconds, they were there and running off.
"Will they be alright?" Kaminari questioned.
"They'll be fine. All three are strong and will work well together." He told him, and he nodded. They followed Melissa, who knew the way. As they got to an area, there wasn't anywhere to really go. Rhyki turned to the blonde female.

"Melissa, do you see anything that looks like the door on the roof?"
"Over there! It's the lighting system regulating treatment room. There are emergency stairs, but... we can only take it out from inside." She replied, looking a little annoyed. Izuku peered around and pointed out a ventilation system, with a trap door.
"That's fine. We've come this fair, and we're not giving up. If we exit through the ventilation, we can use the outer wall to go up to the top floor." Izuku replied.
"That's right. But who can enter something that narrow and go up?" Jiro queried.
"I can." A small voice drew their attention to the ground. Sitting at Rhyki's feet was Pyro.
"Pyro, go. You're our best bet." Rhyki said and the tiny dragon nodded, flapping her wings to get air born. Momo created something and threw it. It hit the trap door perfectly and exploded.

"That's your way in." Momo smiled at the dragon, who winked at her and flew off. A few minutes later, they heard the click of the door opening and peered up. Pyro was gazing down at them, grinning as the ladder lowered. Boys went first, followed by the girls to give them dignity of not showing anything under their dresses, even though they wore shorts. Izuku stayed at the bottom just in case any villain turned up. Once everyone was safely above, he scurried up the ladder. They left it to let the other three follow when they finished their fight. Pyro had disappeared back into Rhyki, until she was needed again. He could feel that Syrinx was awake and highly alert but waiting patiently for when he was called if needed too.
"Let's go." Izuku said and they nodded.

Up on the towers top floor, in the control room, some villains were standing around while one was scanning over the cameras allocated everywhere.
"Oi, have you found those damn brats yet?" The lead villain questioned.
"They're on the eightieth floor and running away. I'm not sure why." One pointed out as he helped the search.
"Boss, they're not ordinary kids. They're Yuuei Academy students, future heroes. Although, the big masked bastard that is with them, happens to be Shadow. He's Creator's right-hand man according to the records, but there is no other information about him."
"That doesn't matter. We can take him too. Clearly their aim is to restore the security system. You've started to activate the security engine on the eightieth floor, right?"
"Yes."
"Good. Open all doors from floor one hundred to floor one hundred and thirty. Don't argue as to why, just do it!" The boss said, not leaving any room for an argument.
"Yes sir." They got to work.
"Time to see how well you do little heroes." The boss stated before sneering.