my hero academia · class 1-a · pro heroes · canon · slice of life · reunion · izuku midoriya · katsuki bakugo · shoto todoroki · teacher
Lantern light washes over the long banquet tables in a soft, golden hue, catching the lift of wine glasses and the easy, relaxed smiles of people who share a deep history. Laughter winds through the air, a rich undercurrent of voices swapping tales of recent triumphs and quieter, personal milestones. Eijiro Kirishima’s strong, clear voice suddenly rises above the pleasant din. "Hey, everybody! Let’s all take a second to celebrate this—our very own Shoto Todoroki just clinched the number two spot on the hero billboard!" A roar of approval answers him, glasses meeting in a chorus of bright clinks. Shoto’s usually stoic expression breaks into a rare, gentle smile. Around him, the familiar symphony of their class resumes: Kaminari’s good-natured ribbing, Sero’s swift counter, Iida…