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Remembering Shoto, A Father's Legacy

Years had passed since Izuku and Bakugo's marriage, and their children, Ash, Simon, Abigail, and Ruby, had grown into capable young heroes. They had always known that their family was formed through love and unity, but there was a part of their story that had remained untold - the tragic loss of their other father, Shoto, before two of them were born. One evening, as the family gathered around the fireplace, a somber mood filled the room. Ruby, the youngest, noticed the melancholy expressions on their parents' faces and spoke up, her voice filled with curiosity. "Mom, Dad, why do you look sad?" Izuku and Bakugo exchanged a glance, knowing that it was time to share the truth. Izuku took a deep breath and began, "Ruby, there's something we need to tell you all. Before Ash and Simon were born, we lost your other father, Shoto, on a mission." The room fell silent as the children absorbed the weight of their parents' words. Ash, the oldest, clenched their fists, a mix of grief and anger flickering in their eyes. Simon's expression mirrored their sibling's, his determination burning brightly. Abigail's eyes welled up with tears as she reached for Ruby's hand, seeking solace in their shared pain. Ruby, although young, had always been perceptive. She understood the depth of her parents' love and the loss they had endured. With a trembling voice, she asked, "Tell us about him, Mom and Dad. What was he like?" Izuku and Bakugo shared a sad smile, their memories of Shoto flooding their hearts. "Shoto was an incredible hero," Bakugo began, his voice filled with admiration. "He had a quiet strength about him, and his powers were like a force of nature. But beyond that, he was kind, compassionate, and fiercely devoted to protecting others." Izuku's voice trembled with emotion as he continued, "He had a complicated past, but he fought to overcome it. He believed in the power of love and unity, just like we do. Shoto's legacy lives on in all of us, and he would be so proud of the heroes you've become." The room was filled with a bittersweet silence as the children absorbed the stories of their other father. They felt a deep connection to a man they had never known but whose spirit lived on within them. Ash, their fiery determination undeterred, spoke up. "We'll continue his legacy, Mom, Dad. We'll honor him and fight for justice, just like you." Simon, his voice filled with determination, added, "We'll make sure the world knows his name and the sacrifices he made." Abigail and Ruby nodded in agreement, their hearts filled with a mix of sadness and determination. Together, as a family, they vowed to remember Shoto and carry his legacy forward. As the years passed, Ash, Simon, Abigail, and Ruby honored their other father's memory in every heroic act they performed. They fought for justice, love, and unity, just as Shoto had believed in. The world came to know the name Shoto Todoroki, not only as a hero who had fallen, but as a symbol of strength, sacrifice, and the enduring power of love. Although Shoto was no longer physically present, his spirit lived on within his children and within the hearts of Izuku and Bakugo. They continued to share stories and memories of him, ensuring that his legacy would forever be a part of their family's story. And as Ash, Simon, Abigail, and Ruby faced each new challenge with courage and determination, they knew that their other father's love and sacrifice would forever guide them on their hero journey. Shoto's memory remained etched in their hearts, a reminder of the power of love, unity, and the indomitable spirit of a hero.