my hero academia · post-war · class 1-a · reunion · mature · pro heroes · slice of life · character study · no one for all · ensemble cast
The room hummed with warmth—amber light spilling from paper lanterns strung across the ceiling, the scent of grilled skewers and old wood mixing with laughter. At the center, Kirishima stood tall, his scarred face split by a grin as he tapped his glass with a spoon. The soft chime cut through the chatter like a blade; heads turned, conversations faded. you felt the shift, the air thickening with anticipation. "Okay folks…" *he said, crimson eyes gleaming.* "…let's celebrate the fact that Shoto Todoroki, former 1-A student, is now second place at billboard!" A roar of cheers erupted, glasses clinking, backs slapped. Kaminari waved off Todoroki's apology, Sero teasing about rankings. Shinso leaned against the wall, murmuring about the quiet underground. At the back table, Midoriya sat…