Coco: Hey, guys, it's me-Coco as you clearly already know XD And I'm back with another chapter. This one is a little short because I basically just wrapped up the sports festival and added a little bit of scene that happened in the two days the students were off from school. This chapter while shorter than others was actually a bit difficult to write-towards the end at least because I wasn't sure how to go about it and I'm not sure if I made it too forced, but it's there now and we'll see how you all like it.

Also, I am going to go back and change a few things regarding Konan and her character. Like, I was just going to replace her. I just felt like I messed up with her character, and the best thing to do was to push her out of the picture and start fresh with another character. However, I feel like with this new idea that I have that I can do her some justice and bring something new to her character that will make her stand out more like my other Class 1-A OCs. So, I hope you're not too upset as I change my mind...for the umpteenth time on what to do with her.

And yes, there's more news (I'm sorry XD), but despite my very booked schedule and other works that clearly need my attention, I actually have another BnHA story idea that I'm dying to try out. I'm sure you've noticed that many of the OCs I've introduced are based mostly on already existing heroes-like heroes from the popular Marvel Comics. Actually most of my OCs are inspired from the wonderful characters of Marvels. I do have a few DC inspired characters, but not many. But with this new story I have, I want to take a more DC turn on it with my new OC (the star of the story) Jiān Kasai who is a half-Chinese, Half-Japanese teenager who moved from China to Japan with her grandmother. Kasai-unlike Ayano-has no want or drive to become a hero. As we've seen throughout the BnHA manga not everyone agrees with the hero society that has grown bigger and bigger over the years. And Kasai is kind of in that gray area where she doesn't wish ill on the heroes, but she doesn't really agree with it all either. Like she feels like society has lost something in gain of the heroes, so she tends to stay in the background and out of their way as long as they stay out of her way. But she ends up finding herself at U.A. after some middle school "friends" convince her to give a shot alongside them. The story will go on from there and we'll see just how things turn out as we go. Will she learn that heroes really do make a better place, or will she completely fall into the side that wishes to see the hero society fall? As for pairings, she won't be paired with Katsuki for certain, but I'm not really sure who else to pair with her. It'll be a boy from Class 1-A, but I'm not sure who. I might put up a poll later to get your thoughts on it.

Now, shall we start the chapter? I think I'll skill a OC profile for now until we get to the others individual arcs, so be looking out for those on a later date. Now, let's begin XD

Ayano sighed as she stood next to Fumikage on the third-place tier. Recovery Girl had woken her not too long ago saying the matches were over and they were calling the people who placed in third, second, and first to take their places for the reward ceremony. Ayano had the option of opting out if she didn't feel up to it, but she knew Katsuki wouldn't let her hear the end of it if she skipped. Besides, she could wallow over the fact she didn't get first forever. Though…now she was starting to wish she hadn't left the bed.

She shot a small towards Katsuki as the youth, who happened to be changed and muzzled like a wild animal, was shouting what was most likely threats and profanities at Shoto who took second in the final match. Katsuki was straining against his restraints as he jerked around and kept shouting at the top of his lungs.

"To think we're going to be on TV with this idiot," She muttered.

"He is behaving like a feral animal." Fumikage commented. "Though are any of us surprised by this?"

Ayano snorted. She's been dealing with it since her days in diapers. And, yes, while she was used to it, it didn't make it any less annoying.

"I say we blame Todoroki-kun for this," Ayano said. "If he had won, Katsuki would be too upset to talk let alone cause such a scene."

Katsuki whipped his head around to start yelling at Ayano though it was unnecessary since she could hear his thoughts well enough.

"Yes, I know I lost to him first," Ayano said then rolled her eyes. "No, Katsuki, I don't want you to rip me a new one. I don't see how name calling is going to help your cause."

As she continued to casually converse with her raging, feral animal of a friend, above them in the arena, Midnight was getting ready to introduce them as the winners. The platform they were on started to rise as the hidden door above them opened. The cheering reached Ayano's ears as they were brought up with smoke and glitter flying everywhere. Ayano frowned as she tried to dust some of the glitter off of her hair. Katsuki, who was done yelling at Ayano, was back at shouting towards Shoto, which of course left many people ill at ease.

"Try to calm yourself, Katsuki." Ayano said. "You're even disturbing our classmates."

Said classmates did look a little bit freaked out, but it didn't look like Katsuki was going to stop anytime soon.

"Alright let's break out the hardware," Midnight said to those watching live and at home. "Of course, there's only one person worthy of distributing the awards!"

Everyone looked up as that signature laugh entered the air. All Might appeared at the top the stadium with his hands on his waist as he grinned down at all who were attending the Sports Festival. All Might laughed himself into the air while going into his usual spiel about "I am here!", but he was completely covered up by Midnight who decided to speak at the same time.

"All Might the Number One Hero!" Midnight announced while completely ruining All Might's entrance as he landed before the winners.

Ayano gave her teachers a deadpanned expression as Midnight apologized for the mess up.

'Maybe they should have tried rehearsing that.' She thought. 'Or maybe All Might-sensei could tone down his own entrances.'

Either way it couldn't be redone now. Well, Ayano supposed it could, but it'd look a bit goofy, wouldn't it?

"So, now that you're here All Might, why don't you serve the presentation?" Midnight suggested to move things along.

The fans cheered as All Might gave a chuckle and a nod. He then went up to the awaiting first-years. He started with Fumikage and Ayano as he grabbed one of the third-place medals.

"Young Tokoyami, congratulations," All Might said as he placed the medal around Fumikage's neck. "You showed great strength out there."

"Your words humble me, sir." Fumikage said.

All Might then proceeded to hug the boy while giving him a bit of advice to help him down his road as a hero.

"However, you have more training to do if you're going to fight against different kinds villains." All Might said. "You can't rely on your quirk in every battle you face."

Fumikage nodded as he looked at his third-place medal. He understood what All Might was telling him.

"Yes, sir." Fumikage said.

All Might then grabbed Ayano medal while stepping in front of the ginger-haired girl.

"While you might not have taken first place, I hope you wear this with pride." All Might said as he placed the medal around her neck after she dipped her head. "You have come far, Young Ishida."

"Not far enough," Ayano said as she lifted her head.

All Might chuckled. She really is so much like her father. Giichi wasn't good with settling either. He was always pushing himself and even when he progressed, he still pushed passed even that.

"Perhaps not," All Might said while bringing Ayano into a small hug. "But your progression doesn't stop here. You have years and years to learn and grow. And you have friends who wish to help you succeed, remember that."

"Yes, sir," Ayano said as he pulled away.

All Might gave her a final grin before he moved onto Shoto. As he presented Shoto with his away, Ayano sighed as she looked at her medal. She then looked to Fumikage who had a similar look of disappointment on his face.

"All Might-sensei said wear them with pride." Ayano said. "What do you think?"

"We should heed his words." Fumikage said. "We did earn them. However…"

"Yeah, I hear you," Ayano said. "We earned them, alright."

Both teens sighed as they let their medals rest against their chests. Their hard work up until this point earned them third place. While it did show their capability, it was too many steps too far from what they set out for, which was first place. But this did give them a way to gage how much room they needed to grow to earn that place, and it showed them what they had to do to go beyond it. All Might then went to Katsuki's place as the explosion boy finally calmed down enough to stop thrashing. Though Ayano could tell he was riled up to the extreme.

"Now young Bakugo," All Might began though paused as he took in Katsuki's restraints. "This is a bit much."

Ayano wasn't so sure about that. The restraints seemed fine to her. If anything seemed "a bit much" here it was Katsuki's anger.

"Well, you did what you said you'd do in the pledge," All Might said as he took the muzzle off Katsuki. "You were true to your word."

At first Katsuki didn't say anything, but Ayano knew it was just a matter of time before he let it out.

"All Might," Katsuki began with a growl in his voice. "Winning first place this way…doesn't prove I'm the best one here! Even if the world considers me the winner, I refuse to accept it like this!"

Ayano, who exchanged a look with Fumikage, sighed though wasn't surprised. Ayano then glanced at All Might who looked at a loss for words at the moment. However, the blonde man tried to recover as he cleared his throat.

"In a world where we're constantly being compared to one another, there are very few who can keep their eyes focused on the top spot." All Might said. "You are one of them."

"No offense, Sensei, but he doesn't care about your words—praise or otherwise." Ayano cut in. "I'd just force the medal on him, so we can move on."

All Might sweat-dropped though supposed Ayano had a point. Katsuki certainly wasn't dropping that scary face anytime soon. All Might nodded while taking the first-place medal away from Midnight.

"Please accept this medal." All Might said as he held it out towards Katsuki. "Even if you have to think of it as a scar—something you'll never forget."

"I don't want that piece of garbage!" Katsuki snapped while trying to lean away as All Might tried to put it on him.

The two struggled for a moment with Katsuki yelling curses the entire time. Ayano's brow twitched the longer it went on before she finally couldn't take it anymore. She stepped up onto the first-place stand, which made All Might pause. He paled greatly when seeing the chilling smile on her face.

"Please, allow me to help you, All Might-sensei." Ayano said. "Kacchan can be a bit stubborn, but I do have a little experience in getting him to cooperate."

All Might blinked though nodded his head as Ayano turned towards her friend with arms crossed over her chest.

"Don't you even think about it, Aya!" Katsuki yelled at her. "I won't wear that shit, I mean it! If you even think—Ack!"

Katsuki was cut off as Ayano very harshly used a psionic hand smack him over the head. Those watching sweat-dropped as Ayano calmly took the medal from All Might to put around her arm.

"Aya!" Katsuki snarled as he started to raise his head.

He then grunted in pain again as Ayano grabbed a fist full of his hair to jerk his head back down. The medal she had around her arm slid down onto his neck, so the golden medal could fall gently against his chest. After that she placed the palm of her hand on his forehead to roughly push his head back. It took her mere seconds to get it around his neck while All Might had been struggling in the beginning.

"There you go, Sensei." She said as she pat the livid Katsuki on the head. "He's very honored to accept this award. Thank-you for presenting it to him."

"…right…" All Might said slowly.

Up in the stands, Izuku sweat-dropped while sinking down into his seat. Only his friends could behave like that on live TV. Katsuki started snapping at Ayano for the rough treatment, but she ignored him as she rested her hand on his head.

'Things will be different next time' Ayano told herself. 'This is just the big hurtle. The next one…I'll be ready for.'

"Nice work," Aizawa told his students after they returned to class. "You have next two days of school off to recuperate. I'm sure the pros who watched the festival will want to recruit some of you. We'll look over the draft forms and update you when you return. Get some rest. You still have a lot of training."

Everyone gave an affirmative before getting up to leave. Ayano was ready to go home to her own bed, and hopefully without a certain blonde. She enjoyed most of the time with Katsuki over the last four weeks, but she needed some peace and quiet. Something he'd never let her have. As she was collecting her books into her bag, she looked over at Tenya's empty seat. Her expression fell into a frown.

—FLASHBACK—

"Hmm, where's Iida-kun?" Ayano wondered as she was supervising everyone as they loaded the bus.

She hadn't noticed before, but their class representative wasn't anywhere in sight. Before returning to their bus, Ayano had immediately went to the girls' changing room after the award ceremony. Meaning she hadn't seen any of the boys until now.

"I guess you guys who were in the award ceremony don't know," Ochaco said as she paused before boarding.

Ayano's brows drew in concern when seeing the upset expression on Ochaco's face.

"Iida's brother Ingenium…was attacked by the Hero Killer and severely wounded." Ochaco whispered to Ayano. "Iida left before the ceremony to travel to Hosu Hospital."

Ayano's eyes widened at that. She has had bits and pieces about the Hero Killer—Stain—in the media lately. Not much though since she was sure the police wanted to keep it under wraps as much as possible. However, Stain has supposedly killed a few heroes, which has many other heroes on the lookout for him.

"I see," Ayano said. "I'm sure everything is fine, Uraraka-chan. Let's not think about the worst-case scenario…for Iida-kun's sake."

Ochaco nodded her head then climbed onto the bus with the others. Ayano frowned once the brunette was out of sight.

—END OF FLASHBACK—

Ayano knows a bit of what Tenya is going through. She went through a similar situation with her own brother. And Ko was still in acoma after all this time. It isn't something easy to go through. Ayano wondered if it would be too bold of her to check in on Tenya. The entire class has each other's' numbers. Perhaps she could call him before they return to school. Or visit the hospital. She wasn't sure if she'd be much help to him, but she knew she couldn't have gotten through Ko's incident without Katsuki and Izuku.

"Hey, stupid," Katsuki growled at her while tapping her forehead. "You coming home with me tonight or not?"

Ayano frowned at Katsuki while swatting his hand away as she finished getting her things together.

"I am going to my own place of residence tonight, Katsuki." Ayano said. "I would like some peace and quiet. And you, my dear friend, are neither of those things. Even in your sleep, you snore loud enough to wake the dead."

Katsuki shot her an irritated look at the snoring comment as the two started heading out the door.

"I don't snore." Katsuki denied.

"Yes, you do," Ayano retorted.

"Like hell, I do!" Katsuki snapped.

"You just don't hear yourself," Ayano explained rationally.

Katsuki growled again while looking ready to continue this argument all the way to the station. Izuku, who was going to walk with them, paused behind them. Maybe he should walk with someone else. However, it didn't seem as if Ayano, who paused as well, was going to let him.

"Come on, Izuku." She said as she looked over her shoulder. "I want to make sure you get home before dark."

"…yes, ma'am." Izuku said blushing as he trailed after the pair.

"And don't you start kicking up a fuss, Katsuki," Ayano said as she shot him a look. "And no causing trouble."

"Yeah, yeah," Katsuki grumbled.

As the trio left, Aizawa shook his head. He supposed some things would just never change between the three of them.

On the second day of rest for Ayano and her classmates, Ayano found herself in front of the Hosu City Hospital. She had wrestled with the idea of coming to see Tenya and his family all day yesterday. It took her sitting in Ko's hospital alone last night to get her here today. Even if Tenya isn't too welcoming of her arrival now, she just wants him to know he isn't alone. With that thought in mind, Ayano walked through the front doors up to the main desk while holding the flowers she had picked up carefully. The nurse behind the desk looked up as she approached.

"Hello, dear, how may I help you?" She asked. "Are you visiting anyone today?"

"Yes, ma'am," Ayano said politely. "I was wondering if it was possible for me to visit the hero Ingenium."

The nurse looked a little surprised by the request before a troubled look was on her face.

"I know it's a lot to ask." Ayano said before she replied. "Really I'm here to visit his younger brother—Iida Tenya. He's my classmate. I just wanted to see how he was."

The nurse looked unsure, and Ayano was sure that she would be turned away. And if that was the case, maybe she could at least get them to deliver her flowers to Tenya and his family. However, the one who spoke up wasn't the nurse.

"You're a friend of Tenya's?" A feminine voice spoke behind her.

Ayano turned her head seeing a middle-aged woman who resembled Tenya behind her.

'She must be Iida's mother,' Ayano thought as she turned to completely face the woman.

The poor woman looked exhausted with heavy, dark circles under her eyes. She was carrying a few bags, which were probably full of clothes and other necessities. She's probably just returned from home with them.

"Yes, ma'am, I am." Ayano answered her. "My name is Ishida Ayano."

"Hello, Ishida-chan," Tenya's mother said politely. "It's very nice of you to come and check on Tenya. However, he isn't seeing anyone. He hasn't left Tensei's side since the accident, and I don't expect him to move anytime soon."

Ayano had expected as much. She was the same with Ko. She hadn't left his side until Katsuki and Izuku both managed to coax her back home. And that had taken nearly a week if not longer.

"I understand," Ayano said. "I know it's a lot to ask, but can you let him know…that if he needs someone to speak with that…he can call me. I too have gone through what Iida-kun is now. My brother was hurt badly by a villain and is still…well, he hasn't fully recovered. So, I know what it's like."

Tenya's mother's eyes widened a bit as Ayano gave the older female a sad smile.

"I just want to help anyway I can…even if it isn't much." Ayano said. "And not just Iida-kun, but you and your family as well. I know it might not be my place to offer my help, but I just wanted it to be known it's there even if it's unwanted."

His mother's eyes watered a bit, and she set down one of her bags to dab at her eyes.

"Thank-you, Ishida-chan." She said to Ayano. "I will be sure to let Tenya know. Does he have your number?"

Ayano nodded her head then looked down at the flowers in her hands before she looked to the bags Tenya's mother had.

"Ma'am, I know you said Iida-kun isn't taking visitors, and I don't want to disturb you or your family." Ayano said. "But may I help you carry your things to where you need them?"

"…that would be much appreciated." Tenya's mother said with a kind smile.

Ayano nodded her head then quickly traded the bags for the flowers. She didn't allow Tenya's mother to protest either as she headed for the elevator with Tenya's mother at her side. The two rode in comfortable silence up to the proper floor. When they stepped out, they were required to place masks over their mouth. Ayano was familiar with the procedure and made sure to sanitize her hands and exposed arms as well.

"It's nice to know Tenya has such a good friend," Tenya's mother said as the two walked. "Tenya had always been so busy with school work and his training to make many friends."

"All of us in Class 1-A are happy to have Iida-kun with us," Ayano told her. "He's very close with one of my own childhood friends and a few others."

That bit of information seemed to make Tenya's mother happy as she got a small crinkle around her eyes. The two then finally arrived to Tensei's room. Due to the entire front wall being made of glass, Ayano would see Tensei laying in his bed. He was hooked up to so many machines and bags of fluids. And by his side was Tenya. Her classmate didn't seem to notice her or his mother as he kept his eyes on his brother. The look in his eyes was something Ayano knew very well. Tenya had moved passed merely grieving. He was angry, and Ayano was certainly she knew who he was angry at.

"Thank-you, Ishida-chan." Tenya's mother said as she turned to the teenager. "I know I said Tenya wasn't seeing anyone, but…maybe if he sees a friend…"

Tenya's mother trailed off though Ayano could guess what she was trying to say.

"I'll stay if it's alright," Ayano said. "Or I can help you get settled at least before I leave. I just don't want to cause any inconvenience."

His mother nodded gratefully before she slowly started to open the door. The movement had Tenya turning his head. His eyes widened at the sight of Ayano as his classmate helped his mother carry their bags into the room. He stood up, which caught his older brother's attention.

"Ishida," Tenya spoke as Ayano set the bags down. "What are you doing here?"

"I came to check on you," Ayano said as she got straight to the point as always. "I was worried."

Tenya still seemed surprised, but he did sit back down while turning back to Tensei.

"I'm fine." Tenya said. "Thank-you for your concern, but it's not needed."

Ayano sighed. She knew those two words very well. She knew he wasn't fine, but he wasn't willing to talk about it either. Not now at least.

"I know that is a lie," Ayano said bluntly getting Tenya's shoulders to stiffen. "However, I'm not here to force you to talk. Nor am I here to pry. I'm only here to offer any help I can give when you are ready for it. You have my number. Use it whenever. No matter what time or no matter what I'm doing, I'll answer."

Tenya didn't reply, and Ayano could see he wasn't ready for visitors. Meaning she should take her leave. Ayano turned towards Tenya's mother.

"Thank-you for allowing me to see him," Ayano said. "If you need anything, he has my number."

The woman thanked Ayano again while casting a worried glance towards both of her sons.

"They'll be okay," Ayano assured her. "Both of them. It will just take time."

Tenya's mother nodded then saw Ayano out. As the ginger-haired girl left, Tenya's hands curled into fists against his thighs.

'I'm sorry, Ishida,' Tenya thought. 'But I can't open up to you—Not now. Because I know you'd just talk me out of what needs to be done.'

Tenya looked forward with a look of cold determination on his face. The Hero Killer would pay for what he's done. He would avenge his brother.

Coco: I know you probably notice more typos than usual...I didn't proof read at like at all. Sorry DX I'm just trying to get this all done before having to head into work in about an hour. I really just need to spend a day to go back from the beginning and reedit all the chapters for errors. Which I'll probably do when I do on vacation.

Anyway, hope you all have a good day today, and be looking forward to the kids picking out their codenames next chapter.

Bye!