A true act of heroism

[A4A][SCRIPT OFFER] A true act of heroism [Admirer][Hero][You are my favourite hero][You are not "weak"][Healing][Cute][Shy][Encouraging][Blooming romance][Part 1 of...?]

A world with heroes able to take down gangs, giant monsters, machines operated by mad scientists or travel at the speed of sound. Why would anyone with no powers or high-tech suits dare to fight evil and injustice? Why not waiting for the heroes that always win? What's the point of trying to be a hero if you can't win fights?

In a dark alley, a girl finds one of those "low-ranked heroes" who just lost a fight. People laughed at him. Although, they forgot about him as soon as a popular and "strong" hero arrived. She saw the scene and followed him.

What's the point of stop being a hero if someone out there thinks that you are doing great as one?

“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” ― Edmund Burke.

*You will play as the "admirer"* (Spoiler, she is a nurse who is not currently working as one because [BACKSTORY])
*All characters are above 18*

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(A dark alley. Think of one at a boulevard or something. Stores nearby, people, not "many cars". Etc)

(Steps, fast ones, or running, up to you)

A-Are you alive?
I saw the fight, you got severely injured!
W-What? I'm not here to laugh at you, I want to assist you.
Please, allow me to. I am a nurse.
Just, stop making questions and let me help you.
Yes, I brought a med-kit with me.
Let's see.

(Feel free to add sounds of what you think should fit the scene. Bandages, or just a "hmmm". Up to you)

Your ribs, your arm, your knee.
You sure are tough.
I didn't say it with sarcasm...
I was not among the ones that laughed at you.
I could never do such a thing.

If it wasn't because the crowd was so loud and there was an actual monster, I would have totally stopped them.

(You can continue the healing if you want.  Feel free to improv)

Actually, that is what makes you different.
What makes you special.
You "did" something.
I only saw it. As a spectator.
That is why you are a "hero" after all.
Me?
(Melancholic)
Oh, sorry. But I am not actually a nurse.
I mean, at this moment. I am one but, not anymore.
Yeah, that should explain why I'm dressed as a waitress/waiter, right? Haha...

(Pause)

Let me clean you up a bit. Ok?
D-Don't move, please.
Please, let me do this.
Good.
(Wiping. You can add the sounds)
There you go.
I don't mind blood on my clothes, I can wash them, don't worry.
The ambulance should arrive at any moment now.
I did call for one before coming here.
Your wounds need treatment, I only did first-aid.

(Short pause, he talks)

Hmmm?
Oh, no, I'll stay here with you.
...Why?
Do you really think that I would leave you alone?
After what you did?

(Longer pause, he insists that he failed)
(Louder)

There was a monster, it was an emergency!
It was about to go on a rampage, and there were a lot of families around.
It was because of you confronting him that people got time to leave and find refuge.

(He answers)

So what if you still didn't stop it?
(Annoyed)
Even when there were more heroes around, they were "busy" eating and taking pics.
I know this because at the restaurant I work at, there was one doing just that!
And he was talking on the phone with some others that were looking for "cooler-looking capes".

Yeah, it was him, the one that after 15 minutes, showed up.
He could have handled it with no problems in less than a minute, but he didn't.
Instead, he waited for you to fight, so he could give the finishing blow and get the praise while others made fun of you.

Seriously, why people don't consider those things?
Why are those guys even called "heroes"?
They got it easy, they were born with powers or have the money to build equipment.
They don't even have to work-out that much!
Yet, ugh... just remembering seeing him giving autographs makes me wanna...

(Interrupted. He tries to stand up)

H-Hey, wait.
No! You should wait for the ambulance.
Go home?
R-Retire?
Are you going to give up?
N-No! I won't allow that.
(Yearning)
The city needs you!


Hey, no. Lean on me.
It's alright.
Yeah, let's... go somewhere else.
This place is full of trash.
There is a little park nearby, none goes there at this time.
The ambulance?
I actually gave the direction to that park.
My first intention was to take you there, after all.
A place like a back alley, with bags of trash, is not where my favourite hero should even be.
Huh?
Yeah... my favourite hero.
I am not lying!
Come on, let's go.

(As they walk, slow steps).

How do I even know you?
I mean, for starters, you mostly watch over this district, right?
I work and live here.
The first time I saw you, was a time when you helped an old couple with the stairs of the entrance to the hospital.
Yeah, I was on my break... back then, when I was working as a nurse.
You seemed like a regular guy, a civilian, not a hero.
But then I realized that you were actually wearing a "costume".
No offense, but regular sports clothes...
I'm so glad that you changed it.

After that, I saw a lot of your early job.
Directions, more elders, kids that got lost, people moving boxes...
Hmmm?
What do you mean?
Again, I am not joking!
I thought that it was so cool that you were doing such things!
Yes, I am being sincere.

But, I was already planning on quitting my job.
And when I did, I did not leave home for some time.
I was very... sad and I didn't have any motivation.
People rarely thanked us, the payment was not enough, and... my ex-boyfriend/girlfriend.
You know how it is.

(Awkward silence. Then, no more steps. A peaceful ambiance)

Oh, here we are.
I told you, none comes here at this time.
Sit on the bench.
I'll help you.
Does it hurt?
No?
Good.

I'll sit by your side, you don't mind, don't you?

So, as I was saying.
It was months like that for me.
Until one day, from my window, I saw you again.
As I said, you did so well at changing your attire, haha.
I was able to recognize you.
You were trying to stop a robbery.
Yeah, the cops were right there already.
But the fact that you showed up... so inspiring.

Ahem, anyways.
I had to find a job, and here I am now.
I make enough money, don't worry.
Although, sometimes, those "special guests" called "high ranked heroes" makes it a bit unbearable...
You should stop by.
I will gladly take your order if you do! (Giggles)

(Silence. Then, caring and nostalgic)

Are you really going to give up on being a hero?
Look, I know that I am not the best one to tell you to not give up.
I mean, I am someone who gave up with being a nurse.
But, can you recall what made you want to start as one?
To help others? As a way to improve yourself as a person? Maybe... to have fun?

I see.
Do you wanna know what I think?
I think that you should not.
The city needs someone like you.
They need someone with the true essence of a hero!
If you ask me, being one is not about being strong, or winning, or being cool.
It is simply about having the will to be one.
To stand against injustice.
To be willing to fight anything!

And you... you are the perfect example.
You... you go against anything that could threaten someone else.
No matter how strong it is, you still show up!
Even when you know that you will not win.
You go because... because you know that none else will.
This is why you are my favourite hero...
And, in my opinion, you are the strongest too.

You have been able to deal with humiliation.
With shallow people that are only interested in fancy heroes.
Interested in seeing good and exciting fights.
People that take for granted that a successful hero is the one that wins.

You fall, yet, you get up, every time.
None has that fortitude, none has that will.
So, please... consider this, before taking a decision.
If you ever feel like it's useless and that you have achieved nothing...
Remember that somewhere around, there is someone inspired by you.

I have thought about it and, I want to go back to the hospital and be a nurse again.
I want to be able to help again.
Even if it's a little thing to do.
I want to see others doing well.
I want to heal people.
So they can go back to their lives, so they can keep fighting.
I want to be like you.
Someone who was able to save me from my downfall.

(Silence. Then, excited and happy)

You will?
You won't give up?
Do you promise it?
I-If you do, then I promisee that I will do the same and I'll not give up. That I'll return to my previous job.
Deal?
Good... hehe.
I am so glad!
I got to know my favourite hero and I even helped him a bit!
How can I not be this happy?

B-Blushing?
M-Me?
I'm just, very happy. That's all.
I am serious!
I do blush when I get this happy.
...
But, really. I am so glad.
Don't forget our deal, ok?

C-Can I request something?
Next time we meet up, can you give me your autograph?
You will?
Thank you!

Can I ask one more thing?
Just one more thing, I promise.
...If it's not much to ask...
(Very nervous)
C-Can I have your n-number?
Well, Ummm, I just want to check your status from time to time.
I-I can also heal your wounds whenever you need it with urgency.
Besides, wouldn't you...want to talk from time to time?
We made a deal, after all.
It is important to stay in touch. Right?
Y-Yeah.

Got it.
Oh, looks like the ambulance is nearby.
I will visit you.
...
Thank you so much, for everything.
S-See you!