Chapter 11
Come to think of it, she came back in time when she got the power Rewind, didn't she?
AMAZING...
Essentially, Rewind For All can bend space-time and reality itself. It is a natural contradiction to physics... If she can harness this power she can do anything...
Mina Ashido stepped up next. With a mischievous grin, she exuded a streaof acid from her fingertips, carefully controlling its intensity. The acid sizzled and bubbled as it ate away at the ball, reducing its weight and adding an extra spin to her throw. When she finally hurled it, the ball flew an impressive distance, leaving a faint trail of steam in its wake. I
"Pretty good," Aizawa muttered, checking the distance on his tablet.
Tsuyu Asui was up next. She squatted low, her frog-like muscles coiling with potential energy. With a powerful leap, she launched herself into the air, the ball clutched tightly in her hand. As she reached the peak of her jump, she extended her long tongue and flicked the ball with incredible force, sending it soaring across the field.
"Not bad," Aizawa commented, scribbling notes on his clipboard.
Minoru Mineta approached the line with a cocky smirk. He plucked a sticky grape from his head and attached it to the ball. "Watch and learn," he bragged. He then hurled the ball with all his might. The grape's adhesive properties provided extra grip and spin, allowing the ball to travel a respectable distance before sticking to a tree and dangling there, much to everyone's amusement.
"Interesting technique, but not very practical," Aizawa noted, raising an eyebrow.
Denki Kaminari sauntered up, cracking his knuckles. He concentrated, and electricity crackled around his body. With a burst of speed, he channeled his electric energy into the ball and threw it. The ball zipped through the air like a lightning bolt, leaving a faint trail of sparks behind.
Aizawa nodded, impressed. "Good control of your quirk."
Ochako Uraraka took her position with a determined look. She touched the ball lightly, activating her Zero Gravity quirk. The ball floated weightlessly above her palm. With a simple flick, she sent it flying. The ball ascended higher and higher, drifting effortlessly until it disappeared into the clouds.
"Zero gravity," Aizawa remarked, his expression neutral but his eyes showing a hint of approval. "The result…infinity. Second only to Midoriya. Good job."
Eijiro Kirishima stepped up, flexing his hardened muscles. He coated the ball in his Hardening quirk, making it rock-solid. With a mighty roar, he launched the ball with all his strength, sending it flying like a cannonball.
"Impressive strength," Aizawa said, noting the distance.
Kyoka Jiro approached with her usual calm demeanor. She plugged her earphone jacks into the ball, using her quirk to send powerful sound waves through it. The ball vibrated intensely before she released it, the sonic force propelling it forward with incredible speed.
"Good use of your quirk," Aizawa commented.
Toru Hagakure was next. The invisible girl giggled as she took the ball. She wrapped it in a piece of cloth to make it visible and then, using her invisibility to her advantage, threw the ball with all her might. The ball seemed to float mysteriously through the air, causing a bit of confusion but ultimately traveling a decent distance.
"Creative approach," Aizawa acknowledged.
Fumikage Tokoyami stepped forward, his demeanor matching the overcast sky. With a deep breath, he summoned Dark Shadow. The shadowy entity wrapped itself around the ball, and with a fierce roar, it hurled the ball with immense strength, sending it soaring into the distance.
"Dark Shadow's power is impressive," Aizawa noted, tapping his clipboard.
Yuga Aoyama strutted to the line, his usual flamboyance on full display. "Prepare to be dazzled!" he declared, striking a pose. He activated his quirk, Navel Laser, and fired a precise beam at the ball. The force of the laser propelled the ball far into the air, sparkling as it went.
"Flashy, but effective," Aizawa commented with a hint of sarcasm.
Hanta Sero was next, his easygoing nature evident as he approached. He used his Tape quirk, attaching a long strip to the ball. With a swift motion, he swung the ball in a wide arc and released it, using the momentum to fling it far across the field.
"Good use of tape for added distance," Aizawa remarked.
Mashirao Ojiro took his position, his tail twitching with anticipation. Using his Martial Arts skills, he twirled around gracefully, his tail acting as a powerful spring. With a final spin, he launched the ball with a combination of his physical strength and tail propulsion.
"Solid technique," Aizawa said, marking down the distance.
Rikido Sato stepped up, his large frame towering over the others. He quickly consumed some sugar, activating his Sugar Rush quirk. With a surge of enhanced strength, he threw the ball with all his might, sending it rocketing through the air.
"Impressive power boost," Aizawa observed.
Mezo Shoji moved to the line, his multiple arms flexing in preparation. Using his Dupli-Arms quirk, he created extra limbs to grip the ball firmly. With a powerful throw, he launched the ball with incredible force, showcasing his enhanced strength and coordination.
"Good use of multiple arms," Aizawa noted.
KojI Koda approached quietly, his gentle nature evident. He summoned a group of birds with his Anivoice quirk. The birds lifted the ball into the air and carried it a considerable distance before letting it drop gently.
"Creative use of animals," Aizawa commented, impressed.
Tenya Iida stepped up, his engines revving. He took a deep breath, then sprinted forward with incredible speed, his legs propelling him at breakneck pace. He threw the ball with a powerful swing, the added momentum sending it flying far.
"Impressive speed," Aizawa remarked.
With each student's turn, Aizawa took note of their unique quirks and techniques. The Quirk Assessment Test highlighted not only their abilities but also their creativity and adaptability. Despite the varied approaches, one thing was clear: Class 1-A was filled with potential.
Katsuki Bakugo strode to the line with his usual swagger, his eyes blazing with determination. He looked at the ball in his hand, then smirked.
"Watch this, you losers," he growled.
Bakugo's hands crackled with explosions as he took aim. With a fierce yell, he launched the ball straight up into the sky, using a controlled explosion to propel it. The ball shot upwards like a rocket, leaving a trail of smoke and fire. Everyone craned their necks to watch as it ascended higher and higher until it was just a speck in the sky.
The class collectively held their breath as they waited for the ball to come down. Aizawa checked his device, and after a moment, he announced, "700 meters. Impressive, Bakugo."
Bakugo grinned, his confidence evident. "That's right! Top that, extras!"
Next up was Shoto Todoroki. He stepped up to the line with his usual calm demeanor, but instead of using both his fire and ice, he decided to rely solely on his ice quirk. He took a deep breath and extended his right hand, freezing the ball completely.
With a focused expression, Todoroki used his ice power to create a massive ice ramp that stretched far into the distance. He placed the frozen ball on the ramp and, with a quick flick of his wrist, sent the ball speeding down the icy path. The ball gained incredible speed as it traveled down the ramp, eventually launching off the end and soaring through the air.
The class watched in awe as the ball flew across the field, finally landing with a distant thud. Aizawa checked the distance and announced, "590 meters. Well done, Todoroki."
Todoroki nodded in acknowledgment, his expression stoic. "Thank you," he said simply, walking back to join his classmates.
The rest of the class was stunned by the sheer power and precision of Bakugo and Todoroki's throws. Even without using his fire, Todoroki's ice power was formidable, and Bakugo's explosive throw had set a high benchmark.
With the ball-throw portion of the test complete, Aizawa addressed the class. "You've all shown impressive use of your quirks. This is just the beginning. Keep pushing your limits."
As the class gathered, the energy was palpable. Mina Ashido, ever the cheerful spirit, bounced on her toes and exclaimed, "This is so much fun! I can't wait to see what we do next!"
Aizawa, visibly irritated by the enthusiasm, sighed deeply. "Fun, huh?" he drawled, his eyes narrowing. "Let me remind you all that this is a serious assessment. This isn't just about having fun."
The class quieted down, sensing the change in his tone. Aizawa continued, "To add a bit more pressure, whoever ranks last in the Quirk Assessment Test will be expelled."
Gasps and murmurs rippled through the group. The threat of expulsion hung heavily in the air, turning excitement into anxiety. Izuku felt a knot form in her stomach, while others exchanged worried glances.
"But, sir," Uraraka ventured timidly, "isn't this just the first day? Isn't that a bit harsh?"
Aizawa's eyes glinted. "In the world of heroes, there are no second chances. You have to be prepared for anything, at any time. If you can't handle this, you have no place at U.A. High School."
Mina's earlier excitement had turned into determination. "Alright, bring it on!" she declared, trying to rally the spirits of her classmates. "We can do this!"
Aizawa smirked slightly. "We'll see," he said. "Now, let's move on to the next test."
The students, now under intense pressure, lined up for the next part of the assessment, each one silently vowing not to be the one who came last. The competitive spirit was ignited, and everyone was ready to give it their all.
The tension was palpable as Aizawa announced the next test. "Next up is the speed test. You'll be running a 100-meter dash. Two students at a time."
The class lined up, eager to see who would be paired against whom. Aizawa looked at his list and called out the first pair.
"Izuku Midoriya and Katsuki Bakugou."
Bakugo's eyes narrowed into slits as he glared at Izuku. "Don't think you'll beat me again, Deku," he snarled.
Izuku, now more confident in her abilities, took a deep breath and nodded. "We'll see, Kacchan."
They lined up at the starting line, the tension between them crackling like electricity. Aizawa raised his hand. "On your mark... get set... go!"
Izuku activated her quirk, One For All, channelling just enough power to enhance her speed without going overboard. She bolted forward, her feet barely touching the ground. Bakugo, using his explosions to propel himself, tried to keep up, but Izuku was too fast.
The race was over in a flash. Izuku crossed the finish line in a jaw-dropping 1.4 seconds, while Bakugo came in at 4.7 seconds, his frustration visible.
"Dammit!" Bakugo hissed, barely restraining himself from causing an explosion right there. The class stared in awe at Izuku's incredible speed.
Aizawa nodded approvingly. "Next pair: Shoto Todoroki and Tenya Iida."
Todoroki and Iida stepped up. Iida's engines revved loudly as he prepared to run. Todoroki, calm and composed, readied himself.
"On your mark... get set... go!"
Iida's engines roared to life, and he shot forward like a bullet. Todoroki, using his ice to slide, was fast but couldn't match Iida's sheer speed. Iida crossed the finish line in 2.5 seconds, while Todoroki finished at 4.2 seconds.
"Good job, Iida," Todoroki said, acknowledging his opponent's win with a nod.
"Next pair: Mina Ashido and Denki Kaminari."
Mina and Denki took their places, both grinning at each other. "Let's make this fun," Mina said, her eyes sparkling.
"On your mark... get set... go!"
Mina used her acid to propel herself forward with surprising speed, finishing in 5.3 seconds. Denki, who attempted to use his electricity for a boost, ended up zapping himself and stumbled across the line at 7.1 seconds.
"That didn't go as planned," Denki muttered, rubbing his head sheepishly.
"Next pair: Momo Yaoyorozu and Fumikage Tokoyami."
Momo and Tokoyami lined up, both serious and focused. "On your mark... get set... go!"
Momo used her creation quirk to make rollerblades, speeding across the track and finishing in 4.7 seconds. Tokoyami, using Dark Shadow to propel himself, crossed the line in 6.3 seconds.
"Next pair: Ochako Uraraka and Tsuyu Asui."
Ochako and Tsuyu took their positions, sharing a friendly smile. "On your mark... get set... go!"
Ochako used her quirk to make herself weightless and pushed off with surprising agility, finishing in 5.9 seconds. Tsuyu, hopping like a frog, crossed the line at 6.1 seconds.
"Next pair: Eijiro Kirishima and Rikido Sato."
Kirishima and Sato flexed their muscles, ready to give it their all. "On your mark... get set... go!"
Kirishima hardened his body to reduce drag, finishing in 5.5 seconds. Sato, using a burst of strength from his sugar quirk, crossed the line at 6.4 seconds.
"Next pair: Kyoka Jiro and Hanta Sero."
Jiro and Sero exchanged nods before lining up. "On your mark... get set... go!"
Jiro used her earphone jacks to propel herself forward, finishing in 6.7 seconds. Sero used his tape to slingshot himself, crossing the line at 6.0 seconds.
"Next pair: Yuga Aoyama and Minoru Mineta."
Aoyama and Mineta took their places, with Aoyama striking a dramatic pose. "On your mark... get set... go!"
Aoyama used his naval laser to push himself forward, finishing in 7.2 seconds. Mineta, using his sticky balls to pull himself along, crossed the line at 8.3 seconds, his face red with exertion.
Toru Hagakure and Mezo Shoji stood at the starting line. Hagakure, despite being invisible, exuded an excited energy, while Shoji, with his calm and composed demeanor, was ready to give his best.
"On your mark... get set... go!"
Hagakure, relying on her smaller form to reduce air resistance, sprinted forward with surprising agility. Her light steps allowed her to finish the race in 6.9 seconds. Her performance, though visually subtle, impressed her classmates with her speed and dexterity.
Shoji, utilising his Dupli-Arms Quirk to give himself an extra push, crossed the line in 6.0 seconds. His multiple arms provided a balanced and powerful stride, showcasing his unique advantage and physical strength.
Koji Koda and Mashirao Ojiro took their positions next. Koda appeared a bit nervous, while Ojiro, with his martial arts background, was focused and determined.
"On your mark... get set... go!"
Koda, despite his initial hesitation, managed to finish the race in 7.5 seconds. His effort was commendable, showing that even those not naturally inclined to speed could still perform well under pressure.
Ojiro, using his Tail Quirk to propel himself forward with powerful leaps, crossed the finish line in 5.9 seconds. His technique was impressive, demonstrating his physical prowess and control over his unique quirk.
With the speed test complete, Aizawa took note of the times, his expression inscrutable. The students gathered around, the results sinking in.
"Impressive work, everyone," Aizawa said, his tone slightly less stern. "But remember, this is just the beginning. Keep pushing yourselves."
The grip test was up next, and the class was buzzing with anticipation. The students lined up to see how much strength they could muster. Aizawa handed out specialised grip strength dynamometers, each one customised to handle their unique quirks. The machine displayed the force in pounds, and the students took turns squeezing as hard as they could.
Izuku was up first. She confidently grabbed the machine and squeezed, channelling a bit of One For All. Suddenly, the machine sparked, smoked, and then shattered into pieces.
"Oh no, no, no…!" Izuku wailed, holding up the remnants of the grip strength tester. "Oops..."
Aizawa sighed deeply. "Well, that's one way to start the test."
Bakugou grabbed the machine with a smirk. "Watch and learn, extras!" He squeezed the device, and it displayed 550 pounds.
"Not bad," Aizawa commented, jotting down the score.
Todoroki, using only his ice hand to keep things fair, squeezed the device. The machine frosted over and displayed 450 pounds.
"Ice to meet you," Todoroki said with a straight face, causing a collective groan from the class.
Uraraka took her turn, using her quirk to make the machine weightless. She squeezed and managed 180 pounds.
"Well, at least it's easier to lift now!" she said, laughing nervously.
Iida took his position, gripping the machine with the fervour of a class representative. He squeezed out 520 pounds.
"Efficiency in all things," he muttered, stepping aside.
Tsuyu gripped the machine with her sticky fingers. With a steady squeeze, she managed 260 pounds.
"Not bad for a frog, kero," she said, hopping away.
Mineta approached the machine, his tiny hands trembling. He squeezed and managed a modest 85 pounds.
"Well, it's not the size that matters!" he insisted, though no one looked convinced.
Momo, with her brilliant mind, decided to create a custom grip strength machine on the spot. It displayed a whopping 700 pounds. The machine broke…
"Did I overdo it?" she asked, blushing slightly.
Tokoyami used Dark Shadow to grip the machine, hitting 500 pounds with ease.
"The night is strong," he said cryptically.
Kirishima hardened his hands and squeezed, achieving 560 pounds.
"Unbreakable spirit!" he yelled triumphantly.
Kaminari, in a rare moment of focus, managed to squeeze out 300 pounds before accidentally shocking himself. The machine also broke in the process.
"Zap! I mean, whoops," he said, grinning sheepishly.
Mina approached with a smile, her acidic touch leaving slight marks on the machine. She scored 240 pounds.
"Acidic but effective!" she cheered.
Jiro used her earphone jacks to enhance her grip, squeezing out 220 pounds.
"Rock on," she said with a nod.
Aoyama, with his flair, squeezed out 150 pounds while striking a pose.
"Sparkle with strength!" he declared, shining brightly.
Sero, using his tape to get a better grip, managed 300 pounds.
"Sticky situation handled," he quipped.
Sato, fueled by his sugar rush, scored a massive 600 pounds.
"Sugar power for the win!" he shouted.
Shoji, with his multiple arms, gripped the machine and maxed it out at 800 pounds, breaking another one.
"Sorry," he said, bowing apologetically.
Koda, with his gentle nature, still managed a respectable 200 pounds..
Ojiro used his tail to help, scoring 340 pounds.
"Tail power," he said simply.
Hagakure, despite being invisible, managed to squeeze out 150 pounds.
"You can't see it, but it's there!" she said cheerfully.
Aizawa looked over the results, slightly impressed by the variety of scores. "Good work, everyone. Now, let's move on to the next test—try not to break any more machines."
The class laughed, their spirits high despite the gruelling tests.
The students lined up for the repeated side steps test. Aizawa had set up two markers ten feet apart, and the students were required to step side-to-side as quickly as possible for one minute. The goal was to measure their agility and endurance.
Izuku, with her speed and agility, Izuku easily led the pack, managing an impressive 98 side steps. She was a blur, her feet barely touching the ground. "Gotta love that Full Cowling!" she panted, still buzzing with energy.
Bakugou, not one to be outdone, gave it his all with 90 steps. He practically exploded with each movement, causing small bursts of energy to crackle around him. "Damn it, Deku!" he growled, seeing Izuku's score.
Todoroki, using his ice quirk to slide smoothly, managed 85 steps. His movements were graceful yet powerful. "Ice skating practice paid off," he muttered.
Uraraka used her quirk to make herself lighter, managing 70 steps. "It's like floating on air!" she giggled.
Iida's engines roared to life, propelling him to 95 steps. His mechanical precision was a sight to behold. "Reciproburst!" he shouted, though it wasn't strictly necessary.
Tsuyu's frog-like agility allowed her to achieve 72 steps. "Ribbit, ribbit!" she croaked, hopping from side to side.
Mineta struggled, managing only 45 steps. His sticky balls stuck to the floor, making it difficult to move. "This sucks," he complained, pulling at his feet.
Momo created special padding for her shoes, allowing her to hit 68 steps. "Comfort and performance," she said, smiling.
Tokoyami used Dark Shadow to assist, achieving 78 steps. "The darkness aids me," he said, mysteriously.
Kirishima hardened his feet, managing 75 steps. "Rock solid," he declared.
Kaminari, with electric bursts, hit 62 steps. "Zap-step!" he joked, nearly electrocuting himself.
Mina's acid sliding technique got her 65 steps. "Slippery fun!" she exclaimed.
Jiro used her earphone jacks for balance, hitting 60 steps. "Rock steady," she said, nodding to a beat.
Aoyama's flashy moves earned him 50 steps. "Shine bright!" he called, winking.
Sero used his tape to swing, managing 68 steps. "Sticky yet smooth," he laughed.
Sato's sugar rush got him 70 steps. "Sweet success!" he shouted.
Shoji's multiple limbs allowed him to hit 80 steps. "More arms, more steps," he commented.
Koda, shy but determined, managed 55 steps. "I did it!" he whispered.
Ojiro used his tail for balance, hitting 65 steps. "Tail whip power," he said simply.
Hagakure's invisibility made her look like a floating blur, achieving 60 steps. "You can't see me, but I'm fast!" she laughed.
The next test was the seated toe-touch. The students sat on the ground with legs straight out and reached forward to touch their toes, testing their flexibility.
Izuku, with her inhuman agility, easily touched her toes and beyond, reaching a solid 12 inches past her feet. "All that stretching paid off," she stated.
Bakugou, with his explosive flexibility, managed 10 inches. "Take that, Deku!" he huffed.
Todoroki's calm demeanour helped him reach 9 inches.
Uraraka, using her quirk slightly, reached 11 inches. "Feels like floating!" she said.
Iida's rigid training allowed him to touch 8 inches past his feet.
Tsuyu's natural frog-like agility let her reach 11 inches. "Ribbit!" she croaked.
Mineta, struggling with his height, reached 5 inches. "Ugh, this is hard," he whined.
Momo, with her adaptive techniques, reached 10 inches. "Stretching every day helps," she smiled.
Tokoyami managed 9 inches, aided by Dark Shadow. "The darkness guides me," he said.
Kirishima's hardened body reached 8 inches. "Rock hard flexibility!" he declared.
Kaminari reached 7 inches, occasionally zapping himself. "Static stretch!" he laughed.
Mina's acid quirk didn't help here, but she still managed 8 inches. "Acid stretch!" she giggled.
Jiro reached 9 inches with her flexible moves. "Rock and stretch!" she said.
Aoyama reached 7 inches, striking a pose. "Fabulous flexibility!" he called.
Sero's tape-assisted stretch hit 8 inches. "Sticky but effective," he commented.
Sato reached 9 inches thanks to his muscle control. "Sweet stretch," he said.
Shoji, with multiple arms, reached 15 inches. "More arms, more reach," he laughed.
Koda, though shy, managed 7 inches. "I did my best," he whispered.
Ojiro's tail helped him balance, reaching 9 inches. "Tail stretch," he said.
Hagakure's invisibility didn't hide her reach of 8 inches. "Invisible but flexible," she joked.
The sit-up test measured the students' core strength and endurance over one minute.
Izuku powered through with an astounding 124 sit-ups. "All Might's training is paying off!" she cheered.
Bakugou's explosive energy got him 87 sit-ups. "Feel the burn, Deku!" he roared.
Todoroki's calm approach earned him 65 sit-ups.
Uraraka used her quirk lightly, hitting 60 sit-ups. "Weightless core!" she giggled.
Iida's rigorous training got him 68 sit-ups. "Engine power!" he panted.
Tsuyu's frog-like endurance saw her reach 62 sit-ups. "Ribbit, ribbit!" she croaked.
Mineta managed 30 sit-ups, struggling all the way. "Why is this so hard?" he whined.
Momo's adaptive approach got her 60 sit-ups. "Core strength is key," she noted.
Tokoyami, with Dark Shadow's help, reached 58 sit-ups. "The night aids me," he said.
Kirishima's hard work paid off with 65 sit-ups. "Unbreakable core!" he shouted. "Oh god, so manly!"
Kaminari, shocking himself occasionally, managed 55 sit-ups. "Zap-core!" he laughed.
Mina's acid endurance got her 57 sit-ups. "Acid burn!" she giggled.
Jiro reached 58 sit-ups, keeping to a steady beat. "Rock and roll core!" she said.
Aoyama's flashy style got him 50 sit-ups. "Sparkling abs!" he declared.
Sero used his tape for stability, reaching 59 sit-ups. "Sticky strength!" he commented.
Sato's sugar rush helped him hit 66 sit-ups. "Sweet core power!" he yelled.
Shoji's multiple arms allowed him 67 sit-ups. "Many arms, many sit-ups," he said.
Koda, despite his shy nature, managed 50 sit-ups. "I did my best," he whispered.
Ojiro's tail assisted balance earned him 60 sit-ups. "Tail-core strength," he said.
Hagakure, despite her invisibility, managed an impressive 55 sit-ups. "Invisible abs at work!" she joked, her voice full of energy.
After the final test, Aizawa gathered the students around the digital board as it displayed the rankings. Each student held their breath, eyes glued to the screen.
01. Izuku Midoriya
02. Katsuki Bakugou
03. Shoto Todoroki
04. Momo Yaoyorozu
05. Tenya Iida
06. Eijiro Kirishima
07. Fumikage Tokoyami
08. Ochako Uraraka
09. Tsuyu Asui
10. Denki Kaminari
11. Mezo Shoji
12. Mina Ashido
13. Kyoka Jiro
14. Yuga Aoyama
15. Mashirao Ojiro
16. Koji Koda
17. Rikido Sato
18. Hanta Sero
19. Toru Hagakure
20. Minoru Mineta
The mood was a mix of relief and tension, especially for those at the bottom of the list. Mineta and Hagakure looked particularly worried, knowing that being in the last spots might mean expulsion. Mineta's usual jovial face was downcast, and Hagakure's invisible form seemed to radiate anxiety.
Izuku glanced at them, feeling a pang of sympathy but also knowing the truth. She bit her lip to keep from revealing what she knew.
Aizawa stepped forward, his expression as impassive as ever. "The test results are clear. You've all given it your best. But remember what I said at the beginning of this exercise: those who come last will be expelled."
Gasps echoed around the room. Mineta and Hagakure's faces fell further, and a few of their classmates exchanged worried glances.
Aizawa let the tension hang in the air for a moment before continuing, "Or at least, that's what I wanted you to believe."
Everyone's eyes widened in shock. Mineta and Hagakure's expressions morphed from despair to confusion.
"You see, it was a logical ruse to make sure you all pushed yourselves to your limits," Aizawa explained. "No one is getting expelled today."
The students were left dumbfounded by the revelation. Iida, ever the stickler for rules, stepped forward. "Sensei, with all due respect, such deception does not befit a teacher at a prestigious institution like UA."
Aizawa shrugged, clearly unbothered by the critique. "In the world of heroes, you won't always get a warning. This was a lesson in dealing with unexpected stress."
Mineta and Hagakure both let out deep sighs of relief, their shoulders visibly relaxing. Hagakure laughed, "I really thought I was done for!"
Mineta, wiping imaginary sweat from his brow, grinned. "Yeah, that was a close one! Thank you, Sensei!"
Aizawa waved off their gratitude. "Don't thank me. Just remember this feeling and let it drive you to improve. Dismissed."
As the students gathered in small groups, their voices filled with excitement and chatter, they couldn't help but reminisce about the challenges they had faced during the test.
"Man, did you see how fast Izuku was? It was like she was flying!" Kirishima exclaimed, his admiration clear in his voice.
"Yeah, and Bakugou's explosions were insane! He practically blew up half the course!" Sero added, a hint of awe in his tone.
Meanwhile, Bakugou's eyes were fixed on Izuku, his expression tense and unreadable. Without warning, he stormed over to her, his face flushed with anger.
"Oi, Deku!" he barked, using his nickname for her. "Explain to me how a loser like you ended up with a quirk as powerful as yours. There's something fishy about this whole situation, and I'm not buying it."
Izuku braced herself for Bakugou's outburst, knowing that he wouldn't take her refusal lightly. She could feel the eyes of their classmates on them, their curiosity piqued by the confrontation unfolding before them.
"Kaachan, let's not do this here," Izuku said calmly, using her own nickname for him. "We can talk about it later, okay?"
But Bakugou wasn't interested in waiting. He demanded a spar, his face turning even redder with frustration.
"Come on, Deku! Quit dodging the question and fight me!" he insisted, his voice echoing through the hallway.
The other students looked on, unsure of what to do. Some tried to intervene, urging Bakugou to calm down and save the fight for another time. But Bakugou was too stubborn to listen.
Just as Izuku was about to agree to the spar, Aizawa appeared out of nowhere, his presence commanding attention.
"Change your clothes and go to the classroom, now," he ordered, his voice firm and authoritative.
Izuku and Bakugou both jumped at the sound of his voice, their eyes wide with surprise.
"Y-yes, sensei!"
"Tch, Insomniac-Freak."
As they made their way to the classroom, the tension between Izuku and Bakugou lingered in the air, a silent reminder of the challenges they would face as classmates. But for now, they had other things to focus on, like getting through the rest of the school day without any more drama.
TBC
Next: Heroics; Course: 101!