Emilia's POV 

I sighed, continuing to change into my work out gear in the hero's gym. The water in my apartment was shut off early this morning due to a flood so I have no choice but to shower here so why not work out at the same time. I have some frustration to get out anyway. Turns out Ren didn't want my number for a date, it was just a catch up call. He's already engaged! My luck with men is non-existent. 

I sighed, tying up my hair and leaving the changing room. I'll do half an hour on the treadmill before my shower, take it easy seeing as I have a meeting with the Mayor today. I pulled out my iPod placing my ear phones in and started my work out. I'm kind of glad the others aren't around. Last time I think I made Karina a bit self conscious due to my chest size. Not the first time that's happened in my life but it's not my fault I developed early, you know., on top of the many things that happened in my life. "Oh, didn't think I would have company this morning, " I jumped slightly, turning the treadmill off and turned to the entrance. "Good morning." 

"Morning Keith," I smiled back, stepping off the treadmill. "Damn, here I thought I had the place to myself."  We both laughed as I started to pat some sweat off my neck. I couldn't help but notice Keith looking at my shoulder. I sighed turning to show my back, making my scars look more prominent. "Assuming this this what you're looking at?" 

I laughed as he started to get flustered. "N-no I'm sorry," He started to stutter. 

"Keith it's fine, I realised you guys haven't seen it before as I usually wear t-shirts," I assured him, trying to calm him down. I went quiet, placing a hand on my shoulder. It had been a while since anyone has seen these scars. 

"I apologises and apologise again," Keith sighed, placing a hand on mine. "I was a little shocked and that isn't right of me." 

I felt a flutter in my chest. "These are from when my step father tried to burn me with the house," I said bluntly. "In fact, it was that fire that Kotetsu saved me from so aside him, you're the only person who has seen these." 

He had a slight look of horror in his face. I haven't really told the others my back story. "I think they add to your character," I felt my mouth twitch at his statement. "It shows how strong you are. In fact stronger then us as heroes."

Was Keith always this cheesy? "I think they are a reminder of how worse off my life could have been," I smiled, sadness in my voice. "But now I have Barnaby back in my life and friends in your guys so I actually forget I have these sometimes until I see them. But I thank you for calling me strong." 

My ears perked up noticing my phone starting to vibrate on the near by bench. I ran over, noticing it was the Mayor's sectary. "Hello Melinda," I answered. I sighed as she explained she would need to reschedule the Mayor's meeting with me last minute and agreed to pay me for the miss appointment today. They would also send me an email with an updated date and time to meet up. "Okay, no worries, thank you very much." 

I hung up throwing myself onto the bench. That's my day empty now. I could go visit Barnaby and Kyle I guess. "Not having a good day huh?" Keith smiled taking a seat beside me. 

"Yeah, I am now completely free today," I nodded. "Think its a junk food day today. Maybe i got hit with a bad luck power or something." 

Keith started to laugh at my misery. I don't think he's realised I am serious. "I have nothing to do today either," He said. "Let's do nothing together." I raised a brow. "I was thinking of taking John on a nice long walk today since it's meant to be clear. Once I've had a work out that is." 

I thought for a moment before smiling. "Sure," I accepted. Out of everyone, Keith is the one I know least so this would be a good chance to get to know him. "You know, there's a new doggy park that's opened up by me. Want to take John there?" 

"Sounds like a good plan," Keith smiled before running off to start his work out. I laughed, he's kind of cute when he's excited.