One at a time

by Sir-Ock-arz

Kaito Takashi, an ordinary teen with an extraordinary quirk called Duplicate, can permanently copy and store only one quirk at a time, and can swap for another copy at will. A chance meeting with the symbol of peace propels Kaito on a hero's journey, aiming to become the strongest. Written using ChatGPT 3.5, the chapters get longer in chapter 71 onwards. I do not own MHA.

38. Echoes of Victory

Chapter 38: Echoes of Victory

The halls of UA Academy buzzed with the energy of heroes-in-training as they returned after the exhilarating Sports Festival. Kaito Takashi, wearing the mantle of victory from the 1v1 tournament, stepped into the familiar confines of the prestigious hero academy.

As he entered the homeroom, a symphony of voices greeted him. Class 1-A was alive with the shared tales of recognition and triumph. Each student, having left their mark on the Sports Festival, exchanged stories of encounters with fans, anecdotes of newfound admiration, and the joys of being acknowledged for their heroic potential.

Kaito found himself surrounded by the vibrant atmosphere, his classmates reveling in the aftermath of the tournament. The podiums, the cheers, and the battles had forged bonds and memories that would linger throughout their journey at UA.

Surprisingly, Bakugou, known for his explosive temperament, remained uncharacteristically quiet. The defeat at the hands of Kaito seemed to have brought a rare moment of introspection. The room, accustomed to Bakugou's fiery presence, felt a subtle shift in the dynamics. Perhaps the encounter had planted the seeds of humility within the relentless hero-in-training.

As the students continued to share their stories, Aizawa, the pragmatic homeroom teacher, entered the room. His stern gaze swept across the class, bringing a momentary hush to the chatter.

Without preamble, Aizawa announced the next phase in their hero training—internships. The prospect of gaining real-world experience, working alongside established heroes, injected a fresh wave of anticipation into the room. The heroes-in-training, fueled by the echoes of the Sports Festival, eagerly awaited the challenges and lessons that awaited them beyond the confines of UA.

The week leading up to the internships would be a time of preparation and anticipation. For Kaito and his classmates, it marked another step in their journey toward becoming the heroes they aspired to be.

As the homeroom session unfolded, Kaito couldn't help but reflect on the transformative week that had transpired since the Sports Festival. Victory, recognition, and the evolving nature of his quirk—all were threads woven into the tapestry of his burgeoning hero story.

The echoes of victory resonated in the homeroom, a prelude to the challenges that awaited Class 1-A in the internships that loomed on the horizon. The heroes-in-training, bound by camaraderie and ambition, stood ready to embrace the next chapter of their UA journey.