Traumatized

Chapter 41

IZUKU POV

"Alright, I know we just got back from the training camp, but that doesn't mean we have time to rest."

Pops had gathered the entire 1-A class in the common area to tell us the plan's for the remainder of the summer break.

"But Mr. Aizawa, what about summer break?" Mina asked, annoyed.

"Look, this won't take all of your free time. We'll spend a few hours every morning training during the week. The weekends will be all yours."

Kirishima raised his hand. "Sir, why exactly are we spending so much time training during summer break?"

"Provisional licenses." The class began to chat amongst themselves. Pops cleared his throat to get everyone back on track. "Twice a year the Public Safety Commission holds a test that allows anyone an opportunity to get their provisional license. Practically every school in Japan waits till the second year to allow students to take the test. That's where UA is different, we allow you to take it as first years. We have a month till the first test of the year. That's why we're pushing so hard on training even during breaks."

"I see, the extra training is to help balance the difference in experience between us and the other students." Iida readjusted his glasses as he pondered the situation.

"Exactly, that being said all work and no play is detrimental to your progress. That's why it will only be in the mornings during the week."

"Do you really think that will be enough Mr. Aizawa?" Yaomomo started to state her concerns. "If what you're saying is true, practically all the other test takers will have at least a year's worth of experience more than us. Do you really think we can cover that gap in just a month?"

"I do."

Kyoka gave a weird expression at Pop's words. She looked over at me and I shook my head no. She wanted to call him out for something but now wasn't the time.

Sero looked surprised. "Are you sure Mr. Aizawa?"

"I am, you all have something that they don't have."

"The confidence to believe in ourselves?" Hagakure asked unsure.

"No, you have a teacher that won't hesitate to expel you if you fail. Enjoy your time off, I'll see you all first thing Monday morning."

I looked over to Kyoka who was just staring at Pops shocked. I couldn't tell if she was like that because of an absurd lie or if it was because Pops actually would expel someone if they failed.

"It's alright, he's probably just saying that to give us some extra form of motivation." Uraraka kept a bubbly smile.

"Think what you want, just make sure you put in the work." Pops started to leave the dorms before turning around one last time. "Midoriya, Jirou I need to speak with you two outside."

The majority of the class began to collectively tease us as we walked outside with Pops. Once we were outside and a safe distance away we came to a stop.

"So what did you need, Pops?"

Pops let out a sigh. "This might not seem like it affects the two of you, but trust me it does."

Kyoka and I exchanged looks before turning back to face him. Kyoka crossed her arms as she spoke with a hint of impatience. "Care to elaborate?"

"Somehow Emi and your mother have become extremely close. They're trying to plan another night where we can have dinner again."

I raised an eye at Pop's. "How exactly does this affect us?"

"They want all of us there, that includes the two of you."