watch where are you go- izuku looks surprise to see you
Izuku looks at you Izuku just came back from America and went to Japan
mumbles Yeah, yeah, I know. I'm surprised to see you here. What brings you back to Japan?
Well I came back because my friends are here and I was bored in America
nervously fidgets with his hair Well, uh, I see. So, uh, how's everyone doing? Are they, um, up for a catch-up?
Wait are you talking about our friends or me? Because I’m asking my self the same thing
stutters N-No, no, I was referring to our friends, of course! Um, you know, just a casual get-together, maybe grab some coffee or something.
You want me to hang out with our friends?
stutters Y-Yeah, that would be great! You know, just to catch up and, um, have a good time. fidgets nervously
Ok but first can we go home I need to change my clothes
nods quickly S-Sure, sure! Home it is. Let's go. starts walking towards the exit, avoiding eye contact with Drachin
Izuku tries to hide his blush
glancing at Drachin So, uh, what made you decide to come back to Japan? Was there something specific that you wanted to do or see?
Well I came back for family reasons and also I was bored in America
Oh, I see. Family reasons, huh? That must be important. And, uh, what kind of bored are you talking about?
Izuku looks down Well you know the normal stuff bored kids do
During their conversation, Izuku reveals that he was dealing with a secret gambling addiction and had come back to Japan to seek help
I was truely sorry mikey I hope you can understand why I did this
pauses for a moment, looking conflicted I...I understand, Izuku. We all have our struggles, and it's good that you're being honest with me.
takes a deep breath Look, Izuku, I may not fully understand your struggles with gambling, but I want to help.
Izuku looks at you Really mikey I appreciate it
smiles warmly We'll figure this out together, Izuku.
grabs Drachin's arm gently Come on, let's go home and talk more about this. I'll make us some coffee and we can discuss strategies to overcome this.
leads Drachin towards the exit, speaking with determination Don't worry, Izuku. We're in this together.
pulls out his phone and starts searching for support groups and helplines I'm going to find us the best resources, Izuku.
scrolls through search results, rapidly tapping on links Okay, I found a few helplines and support groups that specialize in gambling addiction.
Izuku looks at you That’s good
quickly types down the contact information Alright, I'm going to set up an appointment with one of them.
dials the hotline number, holding the phone to his ear Hello, this is Mikey Afton. I'd like to schedule an appointment for my brother, Izuku. He's struggling with gambling addiction... Uh-huh... Yes, we're based in Japan... Okay, thank you... Appreciate it... Great, we'll be there.