- 7 MONTH LATER -

Bakugo's POV

It's been seven months since we arrived in America. In that time, I've grown close to the ACES team-well, all of them except James. James is undeniably jealous of the friendship I share with Izuku, and I can't exactly blame him. He's always been head over heels when it comes to Izuku.

At first, I had a small crush on Izuku, but that was before I knew about him and James. I've long since moved on from those feelings. Still, I can't resist teasing James. I'll occasionally flirt with Izuku just to push his buttons, and Izuku plays along, faking a bashful blush just to drive his boyfriend crazy, this devil boy. James, of course, always sees right through us, but it still gets under his skin, which makes it all the more fun.

Kirishima, Kaminari, Mina, Jirou, and I transferred to the American branch of U.A. High, thanks to Aizawa-sensei and All Might pulling a few strings. The transition has been smoother than I expected, with all of us settling into our new routines and adjusting to the different environment.

All Might, however, couldn't stay long. Just two days after we arrived, news came in that the League of Villains was attacking U.A. back in Japan. Naturally, they needed his help, so he had to return to Japan to deal with the crisis. We were sad to see him go, but we understood. The threat was serious, and his presence was vital.

The tension between James and me remains, though it's mostly playful. I understand his protective nature, but deep down, he trusts Izuku and is falling for him more day by day. Still, it's hard not to poke fun at him-especially when Izuku makes it so easy with those exaggerated blushes and flustered expressions.

THIRD PERSON'S POV

Izuku and his friends were at school, assisting Kirishima, Kaminari, Mina, Jirou, and Bakugo with their quirk training. While the others actively helped with the exercises, Izuku observed from the sidelines, watching his friends' progress with pride. The atmosphere was lighthearted, with everyone focusing on their techniques.

However, in the midst of the training, Izuku suddenly sensed something-an ominous presence that sent a chill down his spine. Without warning, he rushed to the nearest window, followed quickly by the others. His eyes widened in alarm as he spotted a group of villains attacking buildings in the distance. Their quirks wreaked havoc, destroying everything in their path, and though some heroes were already engaged in combat, they were struggling against the sheer number of villains.

"We have to help," Izuku said, his voice firm with determination.

The group quickly formulated a plan. Izuna and William took the lead, using their Demon's Blessing and Animal Taming quirks to create a massive distraction. Animals from the nearby area, under William's control, charged toward the villains, while Izuna's demonic energy loomed over the battlefield, casting an aura of fear and confusion.

Taking advantage of the chaos, the rest of the group moved into position. Izuku and his friends managed to surprise the villains from behind, striking with precision. However, the villains were relentless, retaliating with deadly force. The battle was fierce, each villain using their quirks with the intent to kill, but the group held their ground.

Amidst the chaos, Izumi darted from one wounded civilian to another, using her Angel Quirk to heal the injured. Her hands glowed with a soft light, mending broken bones and soothing pain. She noticed children crying in fear and, without hesitation, activated her Mind Control Quirk, calming their panicked minds.

"Stay calm," she whispered softly, her voice echoing in their minds like a warm embrace.

Meanwhile, Jake, who had been invisible the entire time, was by Izumi's side, ensuring no villain got close to her. Whenever an enemy approached, he would either drop heavy objects on them with his Telekinesis or engage them in direct combat, catching them completely off-guard.

On the other side of the battlefield, Kelly unleashed a nightmare upon the villains. Having copied Izuna's Nightmare Quirk, she showed them visions of their worst fears-an endless hellscape that paralyzed them with terror. Their screams filled the air as they were mentally broken by the horrifying illusions.

Belly and Katrina focused on protecting the U.A. students who had been caught in the crossfire. Sensing that the villains were far stronger than those they had previously encountered, Katrina used her Rewind Quirk to reverse time, erasing some villains from existence entirely. Belly, wielding her daggers with deadly precision, fought directly, using her Bloodcurdle Quirk to immobilize any who dared approach her.

With their coordinated attacks, Izuna and William rejoined the battle, laughing as they started a competition to see who could take down more villains. Izuna's Demon's Blessing enveloped her, her power radiating like a dark storm, while William summoned a massive dragon he had tamed long ago. The two wreaked havoc on the battlefield, their destructive power turning the tide in favor of the heroes.

However, the real challenge came when All For One himself appeared on the battlefield. With a single, devastating punch, he caught Izuku off guard, sending him flying back. The force of the blow knocked the wind out of him, and as he struggled to stand, Izuku looked up and saw All For One, radiating power like a black sun.

"You're... still standing?" All For One smirked, his voice dripping with menace.

Izuku, his chest heaving, activated both his Demon and Angel Quirks simultaneously. His fists glowed with power, a fierce light of determination shining in his eyes. Without hesitation, he charged forward, throwing a flurry of punches at the villain. Each strike landed with tremendous force, shaking the ground beneath them. But All For One was no easy opponent. He countered with his own devastating quirk combinations, the battlefield crackling with energy as their powers collided.

James, refusing to leave Izuku's side, used his Shadow Control and Telekinesis to create openings for his boyfriend. Dark tendrils of shadow ensnared All For One, giving Izuku moments to attack. The two fought side by side, perfectly in sync, their combined powers pushing the villain to his limits.

The battle reached a fever pitch as All For One, enraged, unleashed a series of devastating attacks. But Izuku, with his Angel Quirk, continuously healed himself and James, refusing to back down despite the injuries he sustained. The strain of the fight was immense, both sides pushing beyond their limits.

"Izuku!" James called out, his voice filled with concern as a massive energy blast sent Izuku crashing into a nearby building.

"I'm fine!" Izuku shouted back, his determination unwavering. He wiped the blood from his face and stood tall, his fists glowing with raw power. With a final burst of energy, Izuku activated every quirk at his disposal, the air around him crackling with unimaginable force. James, using his shadows to support him, nodded in silent agreement. They had one last shot to end this.

With a roar, Izuku charged forward, his fists glowing with divine energy. He landed the final blow, a punch so powerful it sent All For One flying across the battlefield, crashing into the debris with a deafening explosion. The villain, for all his power, was finally defeated.

James rushed to Izuku's side, catching him just before he collapsed from exhaustion.

"You okay, Izz?" James asked, his voice soft with concern.

Izuku, barely able to keep his eyes open, smiled weakly. "Yeah... just a little sleepy."

James chuckled, pressing a gentle kiss to Izuku's forehead. "You were incredible out there. I couldn't have done this without you."

"You were amazing too, James," Izuku murmured. "Thank you..."

Before he could finish his sentence, Izuku fell asleep in James's arms, completely drained.

Just then, Izuna and Izumi came running over, their faces full of concern.

"Izuuu! Zukuuuu!" they called out.

"Shh, he's sleeping," James said softly, cradling Izuku.

Izuna sighed with relief. "He must be exhausted after that."

"Yeah, but he looks so cute while sleeping," Izumi added with a warm smile.

Kelly walked over, shaking her head with a smile. "Let's get him inside."

The group moved back into the building, careful not to wake Izuku. Belly and Katrina were waiting for them, running up to hug everyone.

"We did it! We won!" Belly exclaimed, beaming with pride. "And we caught four villains for interrogation!"

"You guys were amazing out there," Kelly said, rubbing her temples. "But I need a break. That was intense."

Izuna grinned and turned to William. "Now, about that bet. You owe me, William. I beat more villains than you."

William groaned. "Yeah, yeah. One more than me, and now I have to pay up."

As the group laughed and teased each other, they handed over the captured villains to the other heroes. Excusing themselves from the media, they retreated inside, letting the world celebrate the victory while they rested. Izuku, the sleeping hero, remained the heart of their strength, resting peacefully in James's protective embrace.

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Byee~
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