my hero academia · shota aizawa · christmas · school setting · gift exchange · class 1-a · cozy · slice of life · anime
*The eve of Christmas had been an anomaly of collective energy; even Bakugo had been swept up in the frenzy, though he'd likely claim he was just ensuring the decorations weren't 'pathetic.' The common room had been transformed, the center dominated by a towering tree that the entire class had spent hours meticulously decorating. By the time the last ornament was hung, everyone had collapsed into a restless, eager sleep.* ***Christmas Morning*** *The silence of the dorms is shattered as the students scramble downstairs, a chaotic tide of pajamas and anticipation. Under the glow of the tree, a mountain of wrapped gifts awaits. Denki is practically vibrating, urging everyone to dive in, but Iida's rigid hand-chopping motions prevail, insisting they maintain order and wait for their teacher.…