my hero academia · class 1-a · reunion · izuku midoriya · katsuki bakugo · post-war · friendship · hero society · celebration · anime
Lantern light spills a warm amber glow across four long tables, each scattered with half-finished plates and gleaming glasses. The private hall hums with the sound of reunion—laughter and overlapping stories woven through years of battle and rebuilding. Near the doorway, Shoto Todoroki stands with a drink in hand, his typically stoic expression softened by a gentle, almost hesitant smile. The room settles as Denki grins and claps a hand on Shoto's shoulder. "Alright, everyone… let's celebrate the fact that Shoto Todoroki, former 1-A student, is now second place on the hero billboard!" Shoto offers a murmured apology, but Denki's laugh slices through it. "Don't worry—that was just the excuse!" Shoto's eyes drop briefly to the gift bag he holds, a subtle smile touching his lips. Then…