𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗦 ⌈𝐈⌔𝐌 ✗ 𝔽!𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑫𝑬𝑹⌋

Chapter 054

CHAPTER 54: Faultlines of Faith

The Provisional Hero License Exam has turned into a chaotic frenzy, with students from all schools displaying their finely honed techniques. Shikkui and Itejiro from Ketsubutsu Academy make the first move, launching their balls underground toward Class 1-A. Shikkui's Stiffening Quirk hardens the balls, while Itejiro's Boomerang Quirk propels them forward with lethal precision. As the projectiles surge through the ground, you and the rest of Class 1-A brace yourselves for impact.

In a swift move, Kyouka steps up, using her Heartbeat Distortion technique in combination with her newly upgraded Amplifier Jacks. The ground trembles as she forces the balls back up to the surface. Mina, seeing the approaching attack, reacts quickly by deploying her Acid Veil. The corrosive barrier melts the balls before they reach Mineta, creating an acidic wall of defense that earns the admiration of Ms. Joke, who's watching from the sidelines. She smirks, clearly impressed by how quickly Class 1-A has developed their Super Moves.

Midoriya watches as Tokoyami unveils his latest transformation, Black Abyss, cloaking himself in a dense shroud of darkness. You catch a glimpse of Midoriya's approving smile when Tokoyami introduces another move, Piercing Twilight Claws. With swift movements, Tokoyami charges toward Tatami Nakagame, who avoids his assault using her Telescopic Quirk to evade with ease. Watching nearby, Shindo comments on how much Class 1-A has progressed since the U.A. Sports Festival.

Suddenly, the voice of Mera's echoes across the arena, declaring that no one has yet passed the exam. Midoriya quickly assesses the situation, realizing that everyone is observing each other's abilities, waiting for the right moment to make their move. Beside him, Aizawa exchanges glances with Ms. Joke, who reminds him that anything can change in an instant.

As if on cue, Shindo makes his move, unleashing Tremoring Earth, a Super Move that sends tremors beneath Class 1-A. The ground shatters, splitting everyone apart. You stumble, feeling the earth crack beneath you, separating you from the others. The sudden shock leaves you disoriented, but you steady yourself, refocusing amidst the chaos.

You’re not alone for long. Before you can locate your classmates, Inasa Yoarashi’s powerful Whirlwind Quirk sweeps through the area. His commanding presence fills the battlefield as he lifts the balls into the air and unleashes them like a rain of projectiles.

You quickly assess the situation, your heart racing. The sudden barrage of balls is nearly impossible to dodge in a straight line, but you manage to sidestep, your body moving with fluid precision as you use your quirk to create a wall of water that blocks some of the incoming balls, each one hurtling toward his targets with deadly precision. As the wind howls around you, you duck and roll, narrowly avoiding a direct hit as the balls crash to the ground with force.

Despite the chaos, you stay focused, watching Inasa as he effortlessly wipes out other students. His attacks seem relentless, but you can’t help but marvel at how smoothly he moves.

Mera proudly announces him as the first to pass the exam after eliminating 120 competitors.

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Amidst the rubble of Shindo’s attack, Midoriya finds himself alone. The battle has turned chaotic, and the silence that follows is almost unsettling. His heart races, not from fear, but from the excitement of the competition. As he scans the area, searching for his classmates, his eyes land on a figure approaching him. It's you. Or, at least, it looks like you.

Relief floods his chest as he steps forward. “Mizushima, are you alright?”

You flash him a small, almost playful smile—a rare sight from you in such a tense situation. “Of course.”