Teachers pet (COMPLETE)

Chapter 21: Hero Names and Workplace Training

I sneak a glance at Momo, who’s sitting behind me. She catches my eye and gives me an encouraging nod, and it helps steady my nerves. My mind circles back to the name I’ve decided on: Starforce. It’s strong, simple, and powerful—exactly how I want to be seen, how I want to feel.

Midnight doesn’t waste time. “You’ll have fifteen minutes to come up with your names. Remember, these could be the names you’re stuck with for the rest of your career, so choose carefully.”

Fifteen minutes feels both too long and too short, but I scribble Starforce on the board in front of me. No second-guessing. This is it. The name feels right, like a perfect reflection of my abilities, of who I’m striving to become.

I tap my pencil lightly against the desk, glancing over at Midoriya. He looks deep in thought, as usual. I can’t help but wonder what kind of name he’ll choose, especially after everything that happened at the Sports Festival. He’s been through so much, and yet he always seems to come out stronger.

As the minutes tick by, the excitement in the room bubbles up. Names start getting revealed one by one.

“Chargebolt!” Kaminari announces, looking beyond proud of himself. It fits him perfectly, I think, grinning at how confident he seems.

“Creati,” Momo says with elegance, her composure always inspiring. It’s a name that fits her brilliance and creativity to a tee.

“Red Riot!” Kirishima’s voice booms, his enthusiasm infectious as always.

Then it’s my turn. I stand up, my heart pounding, feeling a surge of nervous energy. “Starforce,” I say, my voice steady, and Midnight nods in approval. My chest swells with pride—this name feels right, and now it’s official.

Midnight gives me a grin. “That’s a strong name—fitting for someone with such power.”

I sit down, exhaling slowly. Momo leans over and whispers, “It’s perfect,” and I can’t help but smile. The tension in my chest loosens, replaced by a sense of accomplishment.

As the hero names continue to be revealed, we eventually reach Midoriya. When he stands up, there’s a quiet tension in the air. I can see the weight of his decision on his face, his brows furrowed in deep thought.

“I’ve decided... my hero name will be Deku,” Midoriya says, his voice full of newfound confidence. For a second, I’m surprised—Deku? The name that used to mock him? But as he explains, “Someone changed the meaning of the name for me. I didn’t like it before, but now... it feels right.”

Ochaco beams, and I find myself admiring him for reclaiming that part of himself. It’s powerful in its own way, turning something negative into a strength. But Bakugou, of course, looks furious, his fists clenched tight. I glance at him, uneasy. His reaction makes sense, but it still puts me on edge. I understand his frustration, but the way he handles it...

Once all the names have been revealed, Aizawa-Sensei steps forward again. “Now that everyone’s decided on their hero names, we can go back to discussing your upcoming internships.”

I sit up straighter, my attention sharpening immediately. This is the next step in our journey to becoming heroes. I can feel the weight of the moment—this is going to shape our futures.

“They’ll last for one week. Those of you who were on the board will choose from among your offers; everyone else will have a different list. You have a lot to think about. There are around 40 agencies across the country who’ve agreed to take on interns from your class. Each agency has a different specialty. Keep that in mind and think carefully before you decide.” Aizawa-Sensei’s gaze sweeps across the class, and I can’t help but feel a mix of pride and pressure. Two hundred fifty offers…

It’s exciting, but overwhelming.

I glance down at my personalized list, feeling the weight of it all. Every name represents a new opportunity, a different path I could take. I know I need to choose carefully—this could shape the hero I’ll become. I scan through the names, torn between excitement and uncertainty. Should I go with a well-known hero or someone who could push me out of my comfort zone? A place where I could really hone my quirk, Telekinesis.

To my right, Tokoyami glances over at me, his dark, focused gaze catching mine. “Have you found anyone you’re interested in?” he asks in his usual low tone.

“I’m still looking,” I reply, scanning the list again. There are so many options, and I want to make the right choice, but the pressure of making such a big decision weighs on me.

As the class buzzes with discussion, I think about who Aizawa-Sensei would recommend for me. Would he push me toward a hero like himself—stealthy, methodical—or someone completely different? I wonder what he'd think of my choice. I know I’ll have to weigh my options carefully, but there’s something reassuring about the process, knowing we’re all in this together.

The clock is ticking, and we have 2 days to decide. But for now, all I can do is look at the list in front of me, imagining where this next step will take me.