Chapter 03: Normal Day

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A week after the entrance exam of UA, a small box arrived at Izuku's doorstep with the emblem of UA High School embossed on the top. Izuku's heart pounded with excitement and nerves as she carefully unwrapped the package. Inside, she found a peculiar red button on a sleek, black device.

"Salmon roe?" she asked, holding up the device.

Her mother, Inko, looked just as curious. "I'm not sure, Izuku. Let's place it on the dining table and see what happens when we push the button."

Izuku nodded, setting the device on the table. With a deep breath, she pressed the red button. Immediately, a hologram flickered to life, projecting a familiar figure into the room.

"It's All Might!" Inko exclaimed, her eyes wide with surprise and delight.

The hologram of All Might stood tall and proud, his presence commanding attention even in this digital form. He beamed down at them with his signature smile.

"Greetings, young Midoriya!" All Might's voice boomed, filling the room. "Congratulations on your acceptance to UA High School!"

Izuku's eyes sparkled with joy, her heart swelling with pride. "Salmon!" she whispered, barely able to contain her excitement.

All Might continued, "I am pleased to inform you that you have scored at the top of both the written and practical portions of the entrance exam. An outstanding achievement!"

Inko gasped, tears of pride welling up in her eyes. "Mustard leaf," Izuku added, indicating her surprise and joy.

All Might went on, "In the practical exam, you earned an impressive 75 villain points for defeating the robots. But that's not all. UA also had a hidden agenda for the exam to test the heroic spirit of our candidates. You excelled in this as well, earning an additional 69 rescue points for saving others. That brings your total to a remarkable 144 points!"

Izuku and Inko hugged each other tightly, overwhelmed with happiness. "Salmon roe!" Izuku exclaimed, drawing her mother's attention.

"Yes, Izuku," Inko replied, understanding her perfectly. "You did it! You really did it!"

All Might's hologram continued, "You have shown not only your strength and intelligence but also the heart of a true hero. Congratulations once more, young Midoriya. We look forward to seeing you at UA!"

With that, the hologram flickered and died down. Izuku and her mother sat in silence for a moment, absorbing the incredible news. Then, unable to contain their joy any longer, they burst into laughter and tears of happiness.

"You've made it, Izuku," Inko said, wiping away her tears. "I'm so proud of you."

"Caviar," Izuku replied, her eyes shining with determination and joy.

Together, they celebrated this monumental step forward in Izuku's journey to becoming a hero.

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The next day.

Izuku stepped off the bus and made her way to the shopping mall, her heart pounding with anticipation. Today was the day she would receive her UA High School uniform. She walked through the bustling mall, weaving her way through the crowds until she reached the tailor's shop.

The tailor, a middle-aged woman with kind eyes and a warm smile, greeted her at the counter. "Hello there! You must be Izuku Midoriya. I have your UA uniform ready for you."

Izuku nodded, a small smile on her face. "Salmon," she said softly, which the tailor interpreted as a thank you.

The tailor handed her a neatly folded bundle of clothes. "Here you go, dear. Congratulations on getting into UA. You must be very proud."

Izuku accepted the uniform, bowing slightly. "Mustard leaf," she said, her eyes shining with gratitude.

The tailor chuckled. "You're welcome, sweetheart. Good luck at UA!"

With her uniform in hand, Izuku left the tailor's shop and made her way through the mall. As she walked past a shoe store, something caught her eye. There, displayed prominently in the window, were the brand new All Might Golden Age Red Sneakers Special Edition-06. Her eyes widened with excitement. These were the shoes she had been dreaming about!

Unable to resist, she entered the store and approached the counter where a young shopkeeper stood. She pointed excitedly at the sneakers in the display.

The shopkeeper looked at her with a puzzled expression. "Can I help you?"

Izuku took a deep breath and tried to communicate. "Salmon roe," she said, pointing again at the sneakers.

The shopkeeper's confusion deepened. "Uh, I'm not sure what you mean. Are you asking for the shoes?"

Izuku nodded vigorously. "Salmon," she confirmed.

The shopkeeper still seemed unsure. "So, you want the All Might sneakers?"

Izuku realized that her peculiar language was causing confusion. She pulled out her phone, quickly typing her request and showing it to the shopkeeper.

The message read: "I would like to see the All Might Golden Age Red Sneakers Special Edition-06, please."

The shopkeeper read the message and nodded in understanding. "Ah, got it! You want to try on the All Might sneakers. Just a moment."

He went to the back of the store and returned with a box containing the coveted sneakers. He handed them to Izuku with a smile. "Here you go. Would you like to try them on?"

Izuku's eyes sparkled with excitement. "Salmon!" she exclaimed, slipping off her own shoes and eagerly trying on the new ones.

The sneakers fit perfectly. She walked around the store, feeling a surge of happiness. She looked at the shopkeeper and gave a thumbs-up. "Caviar," she said, indicating that she understood and was pleased.

The shopkeeper grinned. "I'm glad you like them. They look great on you."

Izuku nodded, her face glowing with joy. She quickly paid for the sneakers and left the store, her steps lighter and her heart filled

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With her new UA uniform and the All Might sneakers in tow, Izuku walked through the mall, feeling a sense of accomplishment and excitement. As she made her way towards the exit, she caught sight of an ice cream parlor. Her steps slowed as she saw two familiar figures inside: the Pro Hero Eraser Head and the Smile Hero Ms. Joke.

A wave of memories washed over her. She remembered the incident from her childhood, when Eraser Head had interrogated her after the accident with Bakugou. The intense look in his eyes as he tried to understand her Quirk and the gravity of what had happened still haunted her.

"Salmon roe," she whispered to herself, signaling her need to remain unnoticed. Her heart raced as she quickly turned to take a different route, hoping to avoid any interaction.

But as she glanced back, she noticed Eraser Head's eyes meeting hers. He recognized her instantly. However, he didn't call out or make any move to stop her. Instead, he continued his conversation with Ms. Joke, though his eyes lingered on her for a moment longer.

Ms. Joke, noticing his distraction, nudged him playfully. "Hey, what's got your attention? You see a ghost or something?"

Eraser Head shook his head slightly, his expression unreadable. "No, just... an old memory."

Ms. Joke laughed, her cheerful demeanor unfazed. "Well, you're always so serious, Aizawa. Lighten up a bit! Have some ice cream!"

Izuku, now safely out of sight, breathed a sigh of relief. She adjusted her grip on her new shoes and uniform, her heart slowly returning to its normal rhythm. She felt a mix of emotions—relief, anxiety, and a touch of sadness. Eraser Head had seen her but hadn't approached her. Maybe he understood that she didn't want to revisit those painful memories.

As she walked home, she couldn't help but think about the path she had chosen. Despite the challenges and the painful past, she was determined to forge ahead. She had come a long way, and she wasn't going to let anything stop her now.

With a deep breath, she looked ahead, the setting sun casting a warm glow over Mustafu. Her journey was far from over, and she knew there would be more obstacles to overcome. But with her mother's unwavering support, her own perseverance, and the strength she had found within herself, Izuku was ready to face whatever came next.

As she neared her home, she whispered to herself, "Salmon." Yes, she could do this. She would become a hero, no matter what it took. And one day, she would prove to everyone, including herself, that she was worthy of standing among the best at UA High School.

TBC

Next Chapter:

#First Impressions.

#The Quirk Assessment Test.

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