The cool breeze of early spring swept through the city as Izuku Midoriya stood on the rooftop of a tall building, looking out over the horizon. There were only two more months until the U.A. Entrance Exam, and the changes in his life were beyond anything he could have imagined. His reputation as Oneforce, Crust's sidekick, had flourished over the past months.
He had gone from being the nervous kid struggling with One For All to a rising star in the hero community. Word of his tactical brilliance and ability to handle dangerous situations had spread, and more and more pro heroes were starting to take notice.
The best part was that his control over One For All had grown significantly. After months of intense training and real-world experience, Izuku had reached a milestone he once thought impossible—he could now control One For All at a staggering 55%. He could feel the power coursing through his veins with every mission, every fight, and it no longer overwhelmed him. It felt natural, like a part of him. He had learned to harness its immense strength, speed, and agility with incredible precision.
As he stood there, lost in thought, the sound of footsteps behind him brought him back to the present. He turned around and smiled as Kyoka approached, her familiar smirk lighting up her face. She leaned against the railing beside him, playfully nudging his shoulder.
Kyoka, {teasing with a grin}: "Look at you, hero boy. Standing there all dramatic like you're in a movie or something."
Izuku chuckled, his nerves still fluttering every time she was around. Their relationship had deepened over the months, close to affection in public as Kyoka put it.
Kyoka had been his constant support, always pushing him, teasing him, but also standing by his side when things got tough. Her sharp wit and confidence kept him grounded, and she knew just how to bring him back to reality when he started to get lost in his thoughts.
Izuku, {smiling softly}: "I was just... thinking about how far we've come. There's only two more months until the U.A. exam. Can you believe it?"
Kyoka leaned closer, resting her arms on the railing, her eyes softening as she looked out at the city with him.
Kyoka, {thoughtfully}: "Yeah, it's kind of crazy, isn't it? You've been killing it out there. Everyone's talking about Oneforce now. And... you've gotten stronger. Like, really strong."
Izuku's cheeks flushed slightly at the compliment, but he couldn't deny it. He had grown—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Training with Crust had been transformative, and the experience of working as a real hero had honed his skills in ways he never expected. His control over One For All had reached 55%, a number that seemed impossible to him just a year ago. He could now use that power in battle without fear of hurting himself or losing control.
Izuku, {modestly}: "It's thanks to you, Crust, and everyone else. I couldn't have done this alone."
Kyoka raised an eyebrow and smirked, clearly not letting him off that easy.
Kyoka, {playfully}: "Don't sell yourself short, hero boy. You're the one who puts in the work. You've earned it."
She glanced at him, her gaze softening as she reached up and flicked a stray piece of his hair back into place, her usual way of showing affection.
Kyoka, {smiling}: "But yeah, I guess I did help a little, huh?"
Izuku blushed again, feeling the warmth between them as they stood side by side. Over the past few months, their bond had grown stronger. They had spent countless hours together—training, laughing, talking about their dreams—and that closeness had blossomed into something deeper. It wasn't just friendship anymore. They were a team, in every sense of the word.
Kyoka leaned in, her voice a little quieter, more sincere.
Kyoka, {softly}: "I'm proud of you, Izuku. I know how hard you've worked. And... I'm glad I've been able to be part of it."
Izuku's heart swelled, and for a moment, he felt overwhelmed with gratitude for everything they had been through together. He turned to face her, his hand resting gently on hers.
Izuku, {earnestly}: "I'm lucky to have you, Kyoka. I couldn't have done this without you."
There was a moment of silence between them as they locked eyes, the world around them fading into the background. They had come so far, and they still had a long journey ahead. But in that moment, everything felt right.
Kyoka squeezed his hand and leaned in, giving him a quick kiss on the cheek, her usual smirk returning.
Kyoka, {teasing again}: "Alright, enough with the sappy stuff. You still have to crush that U.A. exam, and I'll be there to make sure you don't slack off."
Izuku laughed, feeling lighter and more confident than ever.
Izuku, {grinning}: "I won't. I promise."
