Sentinel (BNHA x OC)

Epilogue: The Next Generation

Many years had passed, and the world had settled into a new era of peace. The battlefields that had once scarred the nation were now distant memories, replaced by the bustling energy of a rebuilding society. For Yaze, those years had brought healing--not just for the country but for himself.

Yaze and Ryukyu had gotten married, their bond deepened by everything they had endured together. They had built a family, a bright future filled with hope and love. Their two twin children, Emma and Daikai, named in honor of Yaze's parents, had become the light of their lives. Emma, with her mother’s determination and her father’s fierce protectiveness, and Daikai, thoughtful and compassionate, with a spark of strength that reminded Yaze so much of his younger self.

Yaze's journey as a Hero had also continued, and for a time, he had stood as the No. 1 Hero, the Symbol of Justice. He had served as the protector of the people, the one they turned to in times of fear and uncertainty. But the moment Midoriya graduated from UA and stepped into his role as Deku, the Symbol of Peace, Yaze willingly handed over the title. He had never cared about rankings, and nothing made him prouder than seeing Midoriya rise to No. 1, fulfilling the legacy passed down to him from All Might.

Yaze remembered that day clearly—the day Deku officially debuted as the No. 1 Hero. The young man had grown into a powerful and compassionate Hero, a perfect fit to carry the torch of peace forward. Yaze stood at his side, a proud mentor watching his student take the spotlight, and he was happy to take his place as the No. 2 Hero.

Mirio Togata, also known as Lemillion, had claimed the No. 3 spot, his unyielding spirit and optimism making him one of the most beloved Heroes. Shoto Todoroki, with his incredible dual Quirk, good looks and strong sense of justice, had become No. 4. The world had embraced the new generation of Heroes, and Yaze felt peace in knowing that his students were thriving.

Katsuki Bakugo, or Dynamight, was still as fiery as ever, but his bad attitude and short temper made it hard for him to climb the ranks the way his former classmates had. Still, Yaze knew Bakugo’s strength was undeniable, and when it came to protecting people, there were few better suited for the job.

One of Yaze’s proudest accomplishments outside of his family was taking Togaru Kamakiri, known as Jack Mantis, under his wing as his first official sidekick at his agency. Kamakiri had grown into a fierce Hero in his own right, and together, they had become an unstoppable duo, cleaning up the streets and maintaining order. Kamakiri’s sharp instincts and combat skills made him the perfect fit for Yaze’s agency, and they had formed a bond that felt more like family than a professional partnership.

Yiro, Yaze’s younger brother, had gone on to become a successful Hero in America. Though the distance was great, Yiro never failed to return to Japan to visit his brother, Ryukyu, and his niece and nephew. Those visits were always filled with laughter, stories of battles in faraway lands, and the deep connection that the two brothers had forged over the years.

And now, as Yaze looked at his children, he couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride and nostalgia. Emma and Daikai were no longer the small children they once were. They were teenagers now, both standing at the cusp of their own Heroic journeys. They had trained hard, learning from both their parents, and had shown incredible potential. Their determination to become Heroes was undeniable, and it was time for them to take the next step.

Yaze and Ryukyu stood together in the kitchen of their home, watching as Emma and Daikai prepared to leave for their entrance exams at UA High School—the same school that had shaped Yaze, All Might, Deku and so many others into the Heroes they were today.

Emma, with her Quirk called Tai Chi that allowed her to imbue her energy into her movements, her long, flowing blonde hair and eyes filled with determination, strapped on her gear with the precision of someone who had been preparing for this moment her whole life. "I’m ready," she said confidently, glancing over at her younger twin brother.

Daikai, who had inherited a fusion of his mother and father's Quirks to form a Quirk called Demonic Dragon, and his mother’s quiet strength, nodded. "We’ve trained for this. We’ve got this," he added, his voice steady but full of excitement.

Yaze smiled as he watched them. "You’re both going to do great," he said, pride swelling in his chest. "Remember, the entrance exam isn’t just about showing off your power. It’s about showing who you are as a Hero. Be true to yourselves, and the rest will follow."

Ryukyu placed a hand on Yaze’s shoulder, smiling warmly. "They’ve got this," she whispered to him, her voice filled with the same confidence she had always had. "They’re going to make us proud."

Yaze nodded, feeling the warmth of his family surrounding him. He had been through so much, seen the darkest sides of humanity, but standing here, with Ryukyu, Emma, and Daikai, he knew that everything had been worth it.

As Emma and Daikai left the house, ready to face their entrance exams and their futures, Yaze and Ryukyu stood in the doorway, watching them go.

Life was good. And it was only going to get better.

THE END

A/N: Holy shit. I finished. Goddamn, that took a while. But you gotta admit, it took me WAY less time to finish than most other fics on this app do. But still, I had a lot of fun writing this. And I really appreciate you all for reading and coming along with me. But don't think you've seen the last of me or Yaze. I've got a lot in store for this AU. As you might already know, I already have two spin-off stories published, and I have another one in the works. I'll be focusing my attention on Vitaevor now, so go check that one out if you enjoyed this one. But anyways, I'm done waffling. Thank you for reading, and I'll catch you all on the flip side. Toodles!!