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"Lord Endeavor. If I were to give you the funds you are asking for, what would I get in return?" Prince Izuku asked, a sly grin on his face.
The fiery man in front of him scowled, "I have already said that I wouldn't attack your kingdom." His eyes widened as the child sitting on the throne laughed. "Lord Endeavor, my army is stronger and better trained than yours. Without a doubt, were you to attack, my kingdom would win and I would take your people and lands as my own. Now I ask again, what can you offer me in return for my money?"
Endeavor snarled, "What would you ask for?" He knew that the green haired prince was correct. The One For All Kingdom was indeed stronger than his own which forced him to play nice with the brat in charge.
Prince Izuku pretended to think. He already knew what he wanted, but he wished for the warlord to believe he didn't. "I will tell you what. I shall approve for my coffers to give you the funds you ask for. In return I want your heir as well as your daughter inside my court for 5 years." He grinned, his emerald eyes searing into his enemies own.
Lord Endeavor scowled, "What business do you have with my son and daughter?" Prince Izuku waved a hand nonchalantly, "It seems as if I am in need of a teacher as well as a companion. If you prefer, you can think of it as my insurance that you won't get the money and attack anyways."
The warlord growled, "Why you-" Prince Izuku stood up from his throne. "I don't think you understand what predicament you are finding yourself in. I may be just a child, but I know things about you that your own enemies would love to hear. All I ask in return for giving you what amounts to a, well, frankly large sum, is that your remaining two children join me in my court for no more than 5 years. It isn't that difficult."
Lord Endeavor scoffed, "What could a child like you know about me?"
Prince Izuku smirked, "I know a great deal many things about you Enji Todoroki, son of Teka Todoroki, also known as Lady Magma." He reveled in the view of surprise working its way across the man's face at every word. "So you see, you should probably take me seriously."
Lord Endeavor bowed, "Fine. I agree to your terms." He watched as the green haired prince grinned, "Pleasure doing business with you Lord Endeavor."
Prince Izuku watched as the war lord left his hall before calling up his right hand and best friend, Hitoshi. "Make sure someone shows the lordling and lady to their rooms and that they get settled before bringing them to mine. It's time they meet our friends." Hitoshi bowed, his face sporting a grin as well. "Yes, my prince." He stated before leaving, taking the rest of the guard with him.
It was silent in the main hall, save only for soft breathing. "You can come out now." Prince Izuku called, not bothering to turn and face the white haired man coming towards him. "Has your brother sent word of his success?" He asked.
Natsuo nodded, "Yep. Touya sent ahead one of your scouts to let us know that he managed to get her out safely. He and the rest of the warriors are but a few hours away."
Prince Izuku nodded, "Good. I trust that he managed to make it look like one of his enemies attacked?" He smiled at the nod. "That's good. Once they arrive, have both of them brought to my rooms. It is time to reunite your family."
Natsuo smiled, "Thank you Izuku. I don't know what I can ever to do repay you for your help." Izuku shrugged, "You and your brother have done more than enough. Your skills have helped our kingdom as well as dad. He would be injured a lot more than he is if it hadn't been for your healing. And Touya, while I wish his body was whole again, his looks allow him to gain entry to places that most couldn't. He is a great spy and friend. I wouldn't have Hitoshi by my side anymore without his help." He closed his eyes as someone entered the room, their footsteps echoing. "You should probably go and prepare.
Natsuo nodded, bowing low. "Yes my prince. I also wanted you to know that I have checked up on your father. While it is slow, he is healing best he can. Healer Chiyo says that by her estimation he should be able to be up and walking around within a few days." The prince nodded, "That is good. We both know how she gets when she heals him. He might be the king, but she isn't afraid of knocking some sense into him when needed." They both giggled at that. "See you in a few hours my friend."
Natsuo bowed, "Yes sir." He said before leaving the prince in silence.
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A knock sounded on the heavy oak door, alerting the occupants to their guests and effectively stopping all conversation between the prince and his right hand. Hitoshi stood, moving quickly to open the door to allow the first group of guests into the room.
"Lord Shoto and Lady Fuyumi have arrived my prince." Hitoshi announced as he led them to the sitting room. "Good evening lord and lady. I hope your rooms are to your satisfaction?" Izuku greeted. Both nodded, taking their seats on a couch. "Forgive me Prince Izuku, but why are we here?" Lady Fuyumi asked.
Izuku smiled gently, releasing the tension in his body. "To be honest, the reasons I gave your father were both true and false." He took a deep breath. "While I do need a teacher, I could have chosen other than you. Same goes for any companionship. No, the real reason I have you both here is because I am aware of your…how shall I put this? Your strained relationship with your father. I know about the abuse and fear he places upon you both and wished to get you both alone to help you finally be free of him."
Lord Shoto frowned, "How do you know so much about our family?" Izuku nodded, "I have some friends who knew and they informed me." He grinned wider as another knock sounded, "In fact, here they are."
Everyone turned to face the door as the newest group entered the room behind Hitoshi. Fuyumi gasped, her eyes shining with unshed tears. "Touya? Natsuo?" She saw the last person behind them and jumped out of her seat. "MOM!"
Shoto stood, his eyes taking in the group. He was silent and still, watching as his sister hugged the 3 newcomers. Izuku placed his hand on the other boys shoulder. "Go to them. They missed you."
Shoto didn't waste any time in running to hug his brothers and mother. After a few minutes he faced Izuku again. "How?" He asked. Izuku nodded, "I used to be an orphan. I created a clan with Hitoshi, Natsuo, Touya and Touya's mate, Keigo. King Yagi found Hitoshi, Natsuo and I wandering the streets and watched as I protected Hitoshi and Natsuo from some thugs. He took all of us in, allowing Hitoshi to find his new parents as well as adopting me. Natsuo got to train under Healer Chiyo, while Touya and Keigo apprenticed under my father's spymaster, Nezu. I had already known them both for so long and once they realized that my new father could help them, they told him what had happened to them. I added them to my court not too long after and made sure they had everything they needed while we worked on getting both you, your sister and your mother free from his clutches."
Touya nodded, "And now that you three are safe, we can go and finish the plan and take him down." Izuku laughed, "Easy there Touya. Maybe we should let everyone breathe before piling on more problems. You just got your family back. We have a few weeks until Lord Endeavor makes his way back home and finds Lady Rei missing. Breathe, relax. Enjoy this time together." Touya sighed, "Yeah, right. Probably a good idea. Thanks Izu." Izuku waived off the words. "It was nothing Tou. You saved Toshi and I when we met. Then saved Toshi again when those traitors kidnapped him because of me. You've been my friend and brother and it was the least I could do to return the favor."
Izuku and Hitoshi watched silently as Touya took the rest of his family out of Izuku's rooms. Once the door clicked shut, Hitoshi rounded on Izuku. "Ok, spill. What's bugging you?" Izuku huffed, "Can't say I'm surprised you caught that." He took a deep breath, letting it out slowly before answering. "I don't know Toshi. I've been feeling odd for nearly a month now and it's only grown since. But it has to do with Lord Shoto, I'm sure of it. It's like whenever he is near my whole body freezes up and feels burning hot all at the same time."
Hitoshi snorted, "Izu. Please tell me that you're joking?" Izuku frowned, settling himself on his couch. "No?" The purplette sighed, "Izuku. My brother. My friend. Understand that I love you so much when I say this but you are the most stupid smart person I have ever met." He shook his head. "What did Touya say he felt every time we got anywhere close to Keigo?"
Izuku froze, his heart pounding in his chest. He couldn't help but stay silent even as Hitoshi tried to get him to speak. After nearly 30 minutes, Izuku swallowed, "You think he's my mate?" Hitoshi sighed again, relieved that he was reacting again before nodding. "Yeah. I do. But that doesn't mean that you have to do anything with that information right now. You can always just get to know him as a person first. Become his friend. Finding your mate is not perfect. I've heard of many people not staying with theirs, either because they found love elsewhere or because they didn't fit right. Lord Shoto is not your only chance at happiness, just the closest to it. Like percentages.
Izuku nodded, wetting his dry lips before dismissing his brother. He had a lot of thinking to do.