ACT 2 | PROLOGUE

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Akira p.o.v

I kept my head down as I read a book that my father gave me to know more about vampire hunters and their weapons who were just like my uncle Kaien. I learned that vampire hunters and their weapons are powerful, including the Artemis which was passed down to me. It can boost my abilities. There's also one part where Shoto told me that he saw someone at the Senate but I didn't see anyone and he described to me about the person who he saw. But it seems this book doesn't have information about the person who Shoto saw with my usual stoic expression on my face.

“What are you reading, beauty?” Shoto asked as I glanced over to him with a her usual stoic expression on my face, then to the vampire hunter book that I was reading.

“A vampire hunter book which is something that my father gave me. I don't see the person who you saw back then and it doesn't tell me enough information.” I replied quietly with my usual stoic expression on my face as Shoto nodded at me.

‘He is still a man of a few words..’ I thought.

“You guys! Did you watch the news last night?” Hagakure asked Ojiro and Shoji.

“Yeah.” Ojiro replied.

“It was so cool that we got a few seconds of screen time! Though I bet nobody noticed me hanging out in the background.” She added.

“Probably not.” Shoji responded, making Ojiro a bit shocked at how rude it kind of sounds. “It is difficult to stand out when you're just wearing gloves.” Ojiro said as he tried to make her feel better.

“We're totally big deals! Those news channels love us, we're basically celebrities.” Kaminari spoke to Jiro and Kirishima. “Yeah, it's kinda crazy, right?” Kirishima replied as Jiro stopped twirling with her ears and faced the boys. “Get over yourselves. The hero course that pumps out pros was attacked and that's what they care about.” She added as Sero placed his head down.

“Who knows what would've happened to us if the teachers hadn't shown up.” He added.

“Why'd you say that?!” Mineta spoke up and stood in his seat.

“I'm gonna pee myself just by thinking about it!” He added.

“Oh, shut up! Grow up you little loser!” Bakugo yelled, making the boy tremble in fear.

“Did you guys see All Might fighting the bird guy? That dude was super strong and he still destroyed him!” Sato exclaimed, throwing a few punches.

“Yes, his strength is truly a thing of wonder.” Tokoyami responded.

A minute then goes by before class starts, and lida makes his way to the front of the class.

“Attention! Homeroom class is about to begin! Everyone, stop talking and take your seats!” Iida exclaimed.

“Uh, we're all sitting.” Kaminari stated.

“Yeah, you're the only one standing.” Sero said in agreement.

lida grumpily made his way back to his seat and sat down, clenching his fists, making Koda look at him in fear. “Dang it!” He muttered.

“Don't sweat it.” Uraraka said as she tried to cheer him up.

“Hey, Tsu.” Ashido said and started leaning the back of her chair towards her friend.

“Who do you think is gonna teach class today?” She added.

“No idea. Mr. Aizawa's still in the hospital recovering from his injuries.” Asui replied.

As the door suddenly opened, revealing a full head-to-toe bandaged Aizawa.

“Morning, class.” He said as his voice muffled from the bandages.

“Mr. Aizawa, what are you doing here?!” The class erupted except for me.

“Whoa, what a pro..” Kaminari mumbled, looking over to the teacher as lida raised his hand.

“Mr. Aizawa! I'm glad you're okay!” Iida said.

“You call that, okay?” Uraraka questioned, still staring at the teacher in shock who made his way to the front of the class.

“My well-being is irrelevant. What's more important is that your fight isn't over yet.” He said, making the class look at him questioningly.

“Our fight?” Bakugo asked.

“Don't tell me…” Midorya mumbled. “Not more bad guys…” Mineta added, trembling.

“The U.A's sports festival is about to start.” Mr. Aizawa replied.

“Yes!” Kirishima exclaimed.

“Why would you scare us like that?! The sports festival?!” Many of the students questioned.

“Let's go kick some ass!” Kirishima said as he cheered but was interrupted by Kaminari.

“Wait a second…” Kaminari said.

“Is it really such a good idea to hold the sports festival so soon after the villains snuck inside?” Jiro asked.

“They could attack while we're all in the same place.” Ojiro added.

“Apparently the administration thinks this is a good way to show that the threat has been handled and our school is safer than ever. Plus, there'd be strengthening up security compared to past years. This event is a huge opportunity for all students at U.A. It's not something we can cancel because of a few villains.” Mr. Aizawa explained.

“Uh, I'm sorry. But why not? It's just the sports festival.” Mineta asked as Midoriya turned to the boy in confusion.

“Mineta, don't you know how important this competition is?” Midoriya said.

“Of course I do! I just don't want to get murdered…” Mineta said.

“Our sports festival is one of the most-watched events in the entire world, even including the vampires since their pureblood king and queen were students here in the U.A. In the past, everyone obsessed over the Olympic games, but then quirks started appearing. Now the Olympics have drastically reduced in scale and viewership. For anyone who cares about competition, there's only one tournament that matters, the U.A sports festival.” Mr. Aizawa stated.

“That's right.” Yaoyorozu spoke.

“And top heroes everywhere will be watching. This is where you get scouted.” She added.

“Sure, unless you're dead.” Mineta replied.

“She's right.” Kaminari said.

“After graduating, a lot of people join pro agencies as a sidekick.” He added, giving a thumbs-up.

“Yeah, but that's as far as some people go.

They miss their chance to go independent and stay eternal sidekicks. Actually, that's probably where you're headed, you're kinda dumb.” Jiro said, facing Kaminari.

He stared at her, twitching his eyebrows.

“It's true that joining a famous hero agency can garner you greater experience and popularity. That's why the festival matters. If you want to go pro one day, then this event could open a path for you. One chance a year, three chances in a lifetime. No aspiring hero can afford to miss this festival. That means you better not slack off on your training.” Mr. Aizawa said.

“Yes, sir.” Class 1A said.

“Class is dismissed.” Aizawa said.

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