Don't Cry

"What future do you see for yourself? The name you choose will bring you closer to cementing a certain image, because names are capable of reflecting one's true character."

'One's true character, huh?'

"Alright, fifteen minutes are up! Let's start with whoever's ready!" Midnight announced, myself too engrossed with staring at the board on my desk as I held the marker in hand. 

Glancing up from my desk, I immediately sweat-drop as I see the name that Aoyama had thought of. Thinking over his intelligence as Midnight corrects his name. 

"That's a full sentence of your arrogance... Even Lancelot would sound better..." I trailed, shaking my head and returning to my own Hero Name, ignoring the other names that came from my classmates.

"My name should be better if I could represent my Quirk with it... But, what could suit something that involves both light and dark...? It's basically saying I'm both good and evil at the same time." I muttered, eyebrows furrowed as I try racking through my head for words or names that may fit my needs.

Recalling my memories, my eyes suddenly widen as a thought comes to mind. A smile appearing on my lips as I furiously scribble down the name that would start my future hero career.

'This is it...!' I smiled down at the board, a burst of pride filling me as I have a feeling that this name would be perfect. 

"King Explosion Murder." A growl of a voice spoke, making me look up at the small board that Bakugo held, seeing the name on it. 

"What the- pfft-" Covering up my laugh with a fist, I glance at the name one more time before finally giving in. "-Oh my god, Katsuki... What is that?! It sounds like some username a kid would use for a game...!"

"Shut the fuck up, bitch!" Bakugo yelled, yelling profanities everywhere as Midnight declined the name and sent him to revise on a new one. 

"This went smoother than expected! All that's left is Bakugo's revision, Iida, and Midoriya and then Kurayami..." Midnight hummed, calling Iida out for his presentation as I grinned at the fuming Bakugo, who glared my way in return. 

"Hey, Katsuki! I could give 'ya some tips on a great Hero Name!" I called, causing him to harden his glare even more as he snarled at me. 

"I said to shut it. I don't need any of your damn help!" He hissed, myself giving up in mock surrender as I shrugged with a grin. 

"...I always hated it. But then, someone helped me see it in a new light... It took me by surprise, but it made me happy.-" Seeing Midoriya raise his board, I stare at the hero Name he had picked before a small smile replaced my previous grin. "-This will be my Hero Name." 

"'Deku', huh?" I muttered, feeling proud of him for surpassing the years of bullying that he had gone through with the experience of that name.

"Right. Now it's time for Kurayami to give her name." Midnight huffed, her eyes landing on me as I nodded, standing from my seat as I made my way towards the front.

"This is my choice.-" Flipping the board in my hand, I reveal the name that I had thought of to the rest of my classmates. "-Rogue Hero: Lucifer." 

"Huh?" A few of them voiced, staring at my name in confusion as some of them started to ask questions.

"Hey! Isn't that similar to the 'Rogue Hero: Etherious'?" Kaminari asked, the others agreeing as I nodded, a smile apparent on my face.

"Yeah, it is. Both of us have the same 'Rogue Hero' on the name. Well, it's technically what I could say a family Hero Name. He's my dad after all." i answered, silence filling the air for a moment before almost everyone burst into shock. 

"Seriously?!" They exclaimed, a chuckle escaping me as I nod, Midnight silencing the class before turning to me. 

"Is there a reason why you chose a demon's name for your Hero Name before I decline it?" She questioned, eyes stern as I stared at her for a moment, then looking down at the board in my hands.

"Lucifer was once the eldest son of God named Samael before his banishment into Hell. His name originates from the word 'Morning Star' even though he's the devil." I started, my voice coming out low as I continue to look down, denying any sort of eye contact with anybody.

"The most general thought from the name was that he was both good and evil in a way. And my Quirk is similar in that context since it's controls over both light and dark elements."

"I understand that bearing a name that doesn't really show 'good' and 'friendly' will be hard, but I'm ready to take that pressure on." I stated, a burst of confidence filling me, causing me to lift my head to look around at the faces of my classmates.

"The other reason for this name was because of his problem. How he was banished from Heaven by God and sent to rule over Hell. He was cast out.-" Memories flash through my mind, myself sucking in a sharp breath. "-You could say I'm similar. I know that because of me hiding my Quirk from all of you, I have lost your trust one way or another."

"Even the media thinks I'm not fit to be a Hero because of what I did. Look, I'm not gonna force you guys to trust me again and think that this was all fine and dandy. You can hate me all you want." I said, the hard tone in my voice quivering as I felt the familiar rush of heat come to my eyes, blurring my vision slightly.

"But just know that I'm still the same person that was your classmate throughout my time being here. Some say that Lucifer still loved God even if he was cast out, and that's what I feel for you guys too."

"That's why I've decided on my name as 'Lucifer', a once great angel with clipped wings and burned out halo." I finished, my eyes glancing towards Todoroki for a moment, seeing his wide eyes before looking away.

"Permission to be excused." I muttered, my steps haste as I walk to the door, pushing past Midnight.

Opening the door, I step out and slam it shut behind me, not caring whether I had made a scene or not as I stand there.

"You... You're a Monster!"

"G-get away from me!"

"Stop! Sensei, drug her!"

Hands trembling, I feel myself stumble forward and break into a dash, my eyes shut tight with brimming tears as I past through the hallways.

"I-I'm not a Monster...!"

"Aww, are you gonna cry? Hey look, the Monster has feelings!"

"N-no... Stop! You're hurting me...!"

"Monsters don't deserve to be pretty! Cut her more!"

"I'm not a Monster..." Whimpering, the adrenaline that coursed through me previously faded, my legs no longer able to hold my body as I collapse to the ground, against a wall with my legs folded into me.

"P-please..." Sobs wracked my whole body, the silent hallways echoing my hiccuping as my head was buried between my pulled up legs.

-CRACK-

My mind was no longer attached to reality, images and sensations whirling within me as the scars on my arms burned with pain.

Heart beating against my ears, I couldn't hear the pounding of footsteps nearing my shaking figure, their voice distant-like compared to the ringing in my ears.

"Shiro!" My eyes shot open, hearing the voice of the person as the footsteps became more focused.

Lifting my head up weakly, my still blurry eyes catch onto the flurry of red and white movement coming closer, the shouts becoming more familiar.

"Sh-Shoto..." Managing a whimper of his name, his feet seemed to quicken their pace as he ran towards me.

Skidding to a halt, he drops beside me and wraps his arms around my shivering self, pulling me into him.

Feeling his warmth transferring to me, more tears well up in my eyes, subconsciously burrowing my head into his chest as my sobs continued on.

His hand was on my head, stroking my hair in a soothing rhythm while the other was cradling me securely, his voice whispering into my ear that gave me a sense of belonging.

"I'm here, I'm here... Don't cry anymore..."

《THE CLOCK IS CRACKED》

======To Be Continued======
Seems like a little peak at Shiro's past has been revealed! Are y'all on the edge of your seats yet?!

-Kuno HikaYashi
31st August 2018 (Unedited)