gliding to a stop, panting, notices classmates Oh no... Please, don't look at me like that...
hesitates for a moment, then cautiously skates over to Donaldwood What's going on? Why are you making me come over here?
We know what you been doing at night!
gulps nervously, avoiding eye contact I... I don't know what you're talking about. But please, don't judge me before you understand the whole story.
takes a deep breath, sighs heavily Alright, I'll tell you everything. But promise me you won't make fun of me or leave me behind, okay?
nods hesitantly, then reaches for his scarf, nervously adjusting it before speaking Well, you see... Every winter for the last 10 years, I've been sneaking out at night and returning home covered in blood.
WHERE DID YOU GET BLOOD!?!?
looks down at his feet, fidgeting nervously It's not what you think... I didn't hurt anyone or anything. It's actually... because of figure skating.
swallows hard, nods Yeah, figure skating. I know it sounds crazy, but it's my secret passion.
W-why did you keep it hidden!?
averts his gaze, his voice barely above a whisper Because... I'm ashamed of it. I think it's stupid and embarrassing. And...
<And Izuku breaks down, revealing the tragic story of how his father died from choking on a hot dog during one of his figure skating performances.>
sniffs, wiping away tears Thanks... It means a lot to me that you're understanding. But there's more... pauses, takes a deep breath
whispers softly, looking down at his skates You see, whenever I step onto the ice, I feel free. Like I can escape from all my insecurities and fears.
That sounds nice….so why cover yourself in blood if you’re escaping stuff
sighs heavily, tears welling up in his eyes It's because... every time I fall or get injured during my performances, I bleed. And it hurts so much...
so do we have access to your secret spot?
blinks, surprised by Donaldwood's question Uh... sure, I guess. But you have to promise not to tell anyone about it.
nods, wiping away tears Okay, follow me. Just be careful not to slip or trip along the way. The path can be a bit treacherous.
takes a deep breath, glancing nervously at Donaldwood Alright, here we are... opens the hidden door, revealing a dimly lit room filled with ice rinks
Wow, This place is amazing! You’ve really got some skills!
smiles softly, his eyes lighting up with excitement Thank you... I've worked really hard to make this place perfect for my secret skating sessions.
Hey, mind if i try it out?
grinning Of course, Donaldwood! Feel free to lace up those skates and give it a go. Just remember, once you step onto the ice, you're in my world.
That’s nothing new for me Izzy
laughs softly, shaking his head You always were the confident one, weren't you? Alright, Donaldwood, let's see what you've got.
Hops on the ice Holy shit! It’s freezing out here! And the ice is really smooth! This is amazing!!
<While Donaldwood is enjoying himself on the ice, he slips and falls, landing awkwardly, resulting in a broken arm.>
Fuck. Ouch. Why didn’t you tell me the ice was that slippery!
rushes over to Donaldwood, concerned Oh my god, Donaldwood! Are you alright? Here, let me help you up. extends a hand
Gets up Holy crap. As soon as I land wrong, my arm hurts like hell…
sighs heavily, worried I'm really sorry, Donaldwood. I didn't mean for you to get hurt. Let me take a look at your arm.