Kapitel 173: Chapter 172: The Coat of Justice, Unveiled!

"Uh… well, I'll need to discuss this with my family. Can you give me a day to think it over?" Kaminari asked awkwardly, scratching his head and forcing a sheepish laugh. Internally, he was already bracing himself. If Dad doesn't approve this, I'll have to forget about it. It's way too expensive.

"No problem," Dr. Tenma replied, hiding his amusement and nodding naturally. Just then, the artificial intelligence system, "Sadako," chimed in with a notification.

"Dr. Tenma, Tetsutetsu Tetsutetsu has arrived and is being escorted by Secretary Eguro Akemi."

"Oh? Perfect timing. Let him come straight in," Dr. Tenma said, motioning for Sadako to proceed.

Kaminari perked up at the news, a smile lighting up his face. He hadn't expected to meet Tetsutetsu this soon, and the thought made him genuinely happy.

I wonder if this guy has gotten stronger. If not, he's going to fall even further behind me, Kaminari thought with a chuckle.

He knew Tetsutetsu's determination well, so he had shared the basics of the "Six Styles" with him before. He hoped it would give his friend a long-term goal to work toward.

Still, he couldn't help but think about how far he had come himself. After gaining control over electromagnetic force during his "workplace experience," Kaminari realized how overwhelmingly dominant it made him against Tetsutetsu's Quirk.

It was almost tragic—like Marvel's Colossus or Wolverine facing off against Magneto. No matter how durable or regenerative they were, they would still lose outright.

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With a soft shhh, the glass doors slid open under Sadako's control. Kaminari turned to see Tetsutetsu stepping inside, his face lighting up when he spotted him.

"Kaminari!"

Tetsutetsu's voice boomed with excitement as he strode over quickly. "What are you doing here?!"

"Haha," Kaminari laughed. "I came to drop off my suit with Dr. Tenma and have some new features added. This 'workplace experience' gave me plenty of new ideas!"

He then smirked, teasing, "But you're a little late. I already got a look at your battle suit, so you missed being the first one to see it."

"Eh, what's that matter?" Tetsutetsu waved it off with a laugh. "I was a little bummed about not being able to see it with you, but hey, you're here now. We can check it out together!"

Despite his words, his eyes instinctively wandered toward the display case where the combat uniform was stored. They sparkled with anticipation as he turned to Dr. Tenma.

"Can I put it on now?"

"Of course," Dr. Tenma said, pointing to a small glass door on the left. "Go ahead and get it, then head to that room to change."

"Awesome! Thank you, Dr. Tenma!" Tetsutetsu cheered, hurrying over to the display case. As the glass cover retracted upward, it revealed the full set of gear inside.

"So it's not just a coat," Kaminari observed as he walked up beside Tetsutetsu. The display included a pristine white suit, a pair of black leather boots, and other accessories.

This is basically a Marine's formal coat.

Kaminari grinned, amused by the sight. "Not bad!"

"Kaminari, wait right here! I'm going to change into this now!"

Grabbing the outfit, Tetsutetsu darted into the changing room without waiting for a reply. The door clicked shut behind him, leaving Kaminari and Dr. Tenma alone in the lab.

"Dr. Tenma, can I ask—where else could I get SIS memory alloy?" Kaminari inquired, crossing his arms thoughtfully.

Dr. Tenma looked at him curiously. "Why are you asking?"

"I was thinking, if I could get another set, I'd like to create a smart battle suit for Tetsutetsu," Kaminari explained, shrugging casually.

Dr. Tenma sighed and shook his head. "That's going to be difficult. First, SIS memory alloy isn't something you can buy, no matter how much money you have. No one is willing to sell it."

"The only way to get it is to 'find' it," he continued. "But that's an incredibly rare occurrence. As I've mentioned before, this material isn't native to Earth. We still don't know how it ended up here in the first place."

Dr. Tenma's voice grew heavier as he shared more. "It's possible that it didn't fall from space in the last few centuries, but was brought to Earth—either deliberately or accidentally—long ago."

"But one thing is certain," he added. "Major countries likely have reserves of SIS memory alloy. Long-established conglomerates may also have small amounts. However, the quantity each possesses, where they store it, and how they use it are all closely guarded secrets."

His gaze turned serious as he looked at Kaminari. "In short, it's extraordinarily rare. For an ordinary individual to own it is almost unheard of—and if they do, it usually doesn't stay in their possession for long."

Kaminari frowned, an uneasy feeling settling over him. Dr. Tenma's implication was clear.

"Are you saying someone might come after my SIS memory alloy?"

Even as the thought crossed his mind, Kaminari's resolve hardened. If anything, this made him more determined to keep his battle suit, not abandon it. His eyes gleamed with quiet confidence.

"Let them try, if they're bold enough," he muttered under his breath, a faint, cold edge to his tone.

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The sound of the door opening snapped Kaminari out of his thoughts. Tetsutetsu stepped out of the changing room, his face beaming with excitement.

"Kaminari, look at this!" he exclaimed, his voice brimming with energy. "This combat uniform is incredible!"

He spun slightly, showing off the white coat with the word "Justice" emblazoned across the back. "Man, I can't wait to show Kirishima! He's going to be so jealous!"

Kaminari and Dr. Tenma both took a moment to examine the suit. The design complemented Tetsutetsu's physique perfectly. The white suit gave him a refined, almost elegant appearance, balanced by the rugged confidence of his personality.

Dr. Tenma stepped forward, clearing his throat. "Now, let me go over some details one more time."

He gestured to the outfit as he spoke. "First, the material of the 'Coat of Justice' is AF super-smooth alloy. Its surface is highly resistant to most physical attacks and can even deflect bullets under certain conditions."

"This feature is crucial, so make sure you use it wisely in battle," he added.

"Additionally, the entire combat suit has been enhanced with high-temperature resistance, low-temperature resistance, and insulation properties. While it's not completely immune to these factors, the effects are significant."

"One more thing," Dr. Tenma said, his tone more serious now. "Considering the weakness of your Quirk—metal fatigue—we've developed an iron supplement system for you."

He pointed to Tetsutetsu's coat. "You'll find iron injections in your coat pockets. They'll allow you to replenish iron during combat."

"Got it!" Tetsutetsu rummaged through his coat pockets and pulled out a handful of small, color-coded syringes. He frowned slightly at the sight. "Wait—why are the ones in the left pocket different colors, while the ones in the right pocket are all silver?"

"The left pocket contains hemostatic agents, stimulants, and analgesics. The silver ones in the right pocket are the iron supplements," Dr. Tenma explained.

"Those extra pockets looked empty, so I thought it'd be better to make them practical," he added with a smile. "We even increased their size to hold more items."

Tetsutetsu's grin widened as he listened, his appreciation for the suit growing by the second. He turned to Kaminari, his expression full of gratitude.

"Thanks, Kaminari. If you hadn't introduced me to Dr. Tenma, none of this would've happened!"

What Tetsutetsu didn't realize, however, was that Kaminari's original motivation had less to do with helping and more to do with his own amusement, he just really wanted to see Tetsutetsu wearing a "formal coat."

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Kapitel 174: Chapter 173: Trouble in Saitama

In Saitama City, dusk was setting in. The time had passed 4 p.m., and while many ordinary citizens were enjoying a peaceful afternoon, chaos was unfolding in the city's shadows.

"Boom!!"

A black figure slammed hard into the iron railing on the roof of a building, the force of impact so great that the railing bent under the strain.

The man, bearing a gray-green turtle shell on his back, leaned against the twisted railing, his vision blurry, blood trickling from his mouth.

"Why… why… Why are you here, Eraser Head?" he groaned weakly, his breath ragged.

"Shua—BOOM!!"

The man's question went unanswered. His attacker—a man with dark, tired eyes—yanked him forward with a binding cloth before delivering a brutal knee to his chest.

"Ugh…" The turtle-backed man groaned before his eyes rolled back, and he collapsed unconscious.

Aizawa Shouta, better known as the stealth hero Eraser Head, stood over the defeated villain. His tired eyes glanced down at the limp body, then shifted to the horizon as the setting sun cast Saitama City in an amber glow.

"I didn't expect what Edgeshot said to actually be true," Aizawa muttered, tightening the bandages on his arms. "Kaminari has really been targeted by these rats."

His mind wandered back to the morning, recalling the phone call that had set this entire chain of events into motion.

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Earlier that day, Aizawa had been preparing tomorrow's lessons at U.A. High School and finalizing plans for the upcoming final exams. He hadn't expected his phone to buzz with an urgent call from Edgeshot.

"Eraser Head, Kaminari's on someone's 'list.' They've put a bounty on his combat uniform—$50 million!" Edgeshot's voice sounded rough, as if he had just finished fighting.

"What?!" Aizawa's normally calm demeanor cracked, and he checked the caller ID again to confirm it was indeed Edgeshot.

"I don't know the full details," Edgeshot continued, "but I'm certain there are rats hiding in Saitama, planning to make a move. Notify the local Hero office and have them keep an eye out, especially around Kaminari's house."

Aizawa didn't waste a second. He transferred the call to U.A.'s principal, Nezu, who immediately sprang into action. Nezu instructed Aizawa to head to Saitama, while Midnight—who was already vacationing there was tasked with leading her assistants to guard Kaminari's family.

Meanwhile, Aizawa, a veteran hero accustomed to operating in the shadows, scoured the city for signs of danger. His experience paid off—by dusk, he had already intercepted and apprehended three separate groups of "rats."

This turtle-backed man was from the third wave, while the others had been turned over to the police.

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Aizawa stood on the rooftop, looking over the sprawling city. His sharp eyes focused on the direction of the Saitama City subway station.

"I'll have to talk to Kaminari about this later," he muttered. "This kid is something else. Has there ever been another 15-year-old who ended up on a dark world's bounty list?"

Shaking his head, Aizawa adjusted his yellow goggles and tugged lightly on the bandages wrapped around his arms. Then, with practiced ease, he leapt from the rooftop, carrying the unconscious turtle-backed villain.

"Let's send a message," he thought grimly. "If we hit these rats hard enough, the others might think twice before coming after him."

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To be honest, Kaminari's personal safety wasn't what concerned Aizawa, Edgeshot, or Nezu the most. They all knew that Kaminari was far more powerful than the average villain perhaps even stronger than some of the more notorious ones.

No, the real concerns were twofold:

First, Kaminari's temper. If pushed, he might accidentally violate the law by using his Quirk on others.

Second, and more importantly, the safety of Kaminari's family.

Nezu had planned carefully for both contingencies. Midnight was protecting Kaminari's family with a team of assistants, while Aizawa handled the cleanup of any potential threats.

And as for the third layer of Nezu's plan? That was already underway.

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At the Saitama City subway station, Kaminari stepped off the train alongside Tetsutetsu.

"Hello, I'm Megure Jusan from the Saitama City Police Department," said a large, rotund officer standing in their path. He was accompanied by several other officers. "You must be Kaminari Denki from Class 1-A of U.A. High School's Hero Course."

"Yes, that's me," Kaminari replied, his brows furrowing in confusion. "What's this about?"

The station was bustling, and many bystanders were already pulling out their phones to snap pictures of the scene. Kaminari's eyes flicked toward them, his expression hardening.

"Don't worry," Officer Megure said reassuringly, rubbing his large belly with one hand. "You're not in trouble. Can we talk while we walk?"

Kaminari hesitated, then nodded. "Alright, but if this isn't anything serious, I'll need you to clarify that to the public. Being seen stopped by the police could cause me a lot of unnecessary trouble."

"Of course," Officer Megure replied with a casual smile. "But once you hear the situation, I think you'll understand."

"Fair enough," Kaminari said before glancing at Tetsutetsu. "Does he need to come too?"

"No—"

Before Officer Megure could finish, Tetsutetsu interrupted loudly, "I'll go too!"

His expression was firm, and his reasoning was simple. If Kaminari was in trouble, then as a friend, it was his duty to stand with him. If these officers tried anything suspicious, he wouldn't hesitate to fight alongside Kaminari.

"Alright then, come along," Megure said, shrugging when he saw Kaminari's approving nod.

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The group quickly left the station, piling into a police car as curious onlookers continued snapping pictures.

Saitama City was Kaminari's hometown, and his family's company was based here. Naturally, he was a local celebrity. The sight of him being escorted by police quickly began to trend online as "Kaminari Denki Arrested."

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As they drove through the city, Officer Megure began explaining the situation to Kaminari and Tetsutetsu. The more Kaminari listened, the more his heart sank.

His earlier naivety was glaringly clear now. The villains weren't necessarily after him, they might target his family instead.

"How are my parents?" Kaminari asked, his voice tense.

"They're fine," Officer Megure replied from the passenger seat. "Midnight is with them now, and we've marked your home for special protection. Everything's secure."

Hearing this, Kaminari breathed a small sigh of relief.

"Your situation is certainly unique," Megure continued. "It's rare to see someone as young as you targeted like this. According to Edgeshot, though, it's not you they're after, it's your combat uniform. Can you tell me where it is now?"

Kaminari lowered his head slightly. "I already handed it over to Dr. Tenma for modifications. Tetsutetsu just picked up his new uniform, so we left together."

As soon as Kaminari finished speaking, the officer driving the car briefly glanced at him through the rearview mirror. The look in his eyes was fleeting, gone in a flash, but it didn't go unnoticed.

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Ten minutes later, they arrived at the apartment where Kaminari's family lived without incident. Officer Megure's brow furrowed slightly.

"Strange," he muttered under his breath. "We assumed they'd try to intercept us on the way. Are they planning something for tonight instead?"

He rubbed his chin thoughtfully. "Hmm… that's very possible."

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