Before long, the remaining groups finished their matches. Since each game only lasted 15 minutes, everything wrapped up within two class periods.
Perhaps it was the intensity of the battle between Midoriya and Bakugo in the first game that set the tone for the others, making everyone approach their matches with heightened seriousness. As a result, the level of competition remained consistently high, leaving Kaminari deeply entertained.
One particular individual who caught his attention was Tokoyami Fumikage. His Quirk, a fusion of the mutant and emitter types, allowed him not only to possess bird-like agility but also to summon a shadowy, bird-shaped entity. Kaminari couldn't help but feel curious about it. He wondered what it would feel like to touch that shadowy creature surely, it had to be an odd sensation, right?
As for his earlier encounter with Todoroki, while it raised more questions than answers, it didn't seem to have much of an impact on the overall mood of the class. As Bakugo had bluntly put it, "It was pretty boring!"
Finally, after the seventh period, the students of Class 1-A wrapped up their day. Most of the teachers and students had already left the Hero Course building, save for the few who still lingered like Kaminari and a few others from Class 1-A.
Kaminari was just packing up his things when Kirishima and Ashido Mina approached him with a proposal. They wanted to wait for Midoriya and properly introduce themselves.
"Sorry, I need to head home soon," Todoroki responded coldly, picking up his bag and walking out of the classroom without any further explanation.
As for Bakugo, he had already left with a stormy expression, leaving the group no choice but to shift their attention to Kaminari and Yaoyorozu, who were also preparing to leave.
Kaminari chuckled. "I'd love to, but I'm heading over to Yaoyorozu's house to study electromagnetism after school, so… maybe next time?"
Seeing their disappointed expressions, Kaminari quickly added, "Don't worry, I've already memorized everyone's names!"
To prove it, he pointed at each one, reciting their full names perfectly. With a cheeky grin, he waved and followed Yaoyorozu out of the classroom.
Yaoyorozu quietly followed behind him, her face filled with anticipation. To the casual observer, it might have seemed as though she was excited for a romantic evening, but in truth, she was simply looking forward to studying and teaching again.
While Kaminari was handsome and talented, Yaoyorozu had grown up around many successful and attractive people. She didn't harbor any romantic thoughts. To her, this was purely an academic exchange nothing more, nothing less.
The same went for Kaminari. He wasn't interested in underaged girls, regardless of Yaoyorozu's maturity and developed appearance. His focus was on his goals and ambitions. He had no time for distractions like love.
But as with life, things rarely go as planned. Who knows what the future holds? Only time will tell.
"Kaminari!"
Just as the luxury car from Yaoyorozu's family arrived at the school gates, and Kaminari was about to get in, he suddenly heard a voice calling his name.
"Kyoka? What's up?" Kaminari turned around in confusion, noticing Jiro approaching. Yaoyorozu stood silently beside him, watching.
Jiro seemed slightly out of breath, but she composed herself before speaking. "What you said this morning… were you serious?"
"What did I say this morning?" Kaminari asked, scratching his head before a grin spread across his face. "Oh, you mean the Pikachu band?"
Jiro nodded, nervously clutching her bag. "Yeah…"
"Of course, I was serious! Why wouldn't I be?" Kaminari said with enthusiasm. "How about tomorrow? It's Sunday, and we're off school. We can head to my home studio, talk through the band's details, and maybe even work on our first track!"
Jiro's face lit up. "Really? That sounds great!"
Seeing her happy expression, Kaminari smiled back. "Yup, no problem at all! It'll be fun."
With that, Jiro waved goodbye to both Kaminari and Yaoyorozu, quickly hurrying back toward the school, likely to join Kirishima and the others for their little 'meeting.'
As Kaminari watched her retreating figure, he couldn't help but shake his head with amusement. "What a cute girl," he thought to himself.
"Shall we?" Yaoyorozu asked, stepping into the car with quiet excitement. Kaminari followed suit, grabbing the car door as he was about to step in when—
"Kaminari! See you tomorrow!"
He stopped mid-step, turning around in confusion, but saw no one there. Shrugging, he got into the car.
As the luxurious vehicle began to drive off, none of them noticed the slender figure standing by the Hero Course gates. Jiro Kyoka, once again, had come to watch the car leave, her eyes fixed on the glowing red taillights until they disappeared from view. She bit her lip, turned around, and walked back into the school.
"See you tomorrow..." she whispered to the empty sky, her words carried away by the soft breeze.
Meanwhile, back in the school, Midoriya had just returned to the classroom, his arm wrapped in bandages. In a different room, the teachers were gathering once more this time, led by Principal Nezu to review the audio and video recordings that All Might had brought back.
This time, the room wasn't as crowded as earlier in the day. Many of the older teachers had left, busy with their own work. But those who mattered most were still present: Aizawa, the homeroom teacher of Class 1-A, the Class 1-B homeroom teacher, and of course, Midnight.
Normally, Midnight would have returned to Saitama where her office was located, but upon hearing that the meeting was about Kaminari, she decided to stay.
"Alright," Principal Nezu said as the recordings finished playing. "What do you all think?"
All Might's expression was unusually serious, while Aizawa remained contemplative.
After a moment, Aizawa spoke up. "This kid… Kaminari… He has a level of emotional intelligence far beyond his peers. And unlike Yaoyorozu, it's not just about IQ. He has a deep, unique understanding of the human heart."
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Vlad, the homeroom teacher of Class B, stroked his chin thoughtfully, nodding in agreement. "If this kid continues to grow, he'll be a force to reckon with, whether as a Hero or... well, something else."
The principal, Nezu, cut in, his usual cheerful demeanor replaced with a more serious tone. "Exactly why we need to keep a close watch on Kaminari Denki. He's walking a fine line, and it's our responsibility to guide him, make sure he doesn't stray from the right path."
"But how?" Aizawa asked, glancing briefly at All Might. "We can't treat him too differently from the other students. Singling him out could make things worse."
All Might offered a sheepish smile before adopting a more serious expression. "Those who don't follow the rules are considered trash, but those who don't value life are worse than trash. Kaminari's philosophy that you should give everything your best effort and accept the outcome no matter what is noble. But when he says he'd prioritize saving a partner over protecting a city, I... I can't say whether that's right or wrong."
He trailed off, unsure of how to reconcile this dilemma. According to the code of Hero conduct, the greater good, the city's safety should come first. But deep down, All Might knew that if he were in Kaminari's shoes, he would've made the same choice. The difference, of course, was that All Might had the ability to do both: save the city and protect his partner. Kaminari, still just a student, would face far more pressure.
"Kaminari is the type to follow his heart," Aizawa said. "When things get critical, he'll abandon the rules if he feels it's the right thing to do. We saw it when he used his Quirk illegally to save that old man in Omiya Park. He didn't hesitate, didn't think about the consequences. He just acted."
Midnight, recalling her first encounter with Kaminari at the park, nodded in agreement. "Exactly. He's a rule-breaker when it comes to emergencies. That can be both his strength and his downfall."
Aizawa continued, "In a way, it's a commendable trait acting decisively in the heat of the moment is essential for a Hero. But it's also dangerous. If the importance of rules is too light in his mind, he could easily start justifying reckless behavior. At that point, what separates him from the villains?"
The room fell silent as Aizawa's words hung in the air. Everyone understood the gravity of what he was saying.
Nezu leaned forward, his small paws clasped together on the table. "Kaminari is, as you've put it, walking a tightrope. He has a strong moral compass, but unless he keeps that compass balanced, he's at risk of falling whether into a life of crime or simply making poor decisions with catastrophic results."
Nezu's sharp, strategic mind was already working out solutions. "First, we need to strengthen his understanding of the laws and the regulations that guide Hero work. He needs to grasp that these rules exist not to restrict him, but to protect him and the people he saves. We should assign him a professional Hero who can frequently check in with him, someone to guide him in navigating the gray areas that come up in the field."
The teachers nodded in agreement, understanding the need for a mentor.
"Second," Nezu continued, "we should work on building up his respect and trust for the Hero society. If we can make him feel more connected to the broader Hero network, he'll be less likely to go rogue. Finally, Aizawa, I'd like you to expand your teaching. Include some case studies on the darker side of villainy, things we normally cover in the second year. Kaminari needs to see the consequences of unchecked power and lawlessness."
"Understood," Aizawa replied. He was always willing to adapt his methods to help his students.
"Now, we just need to figure out which teacher can keep regular contact with Kaminari," Nezu said, glancing around the room.
For a moment, no one spoke. All Might, who had brought up the issue, remained silent. He already had his hands full with Midoriya and couldn't take on the responsibility of mentoring Kaminari as well.
Just when it seemed no one would step up, Midnight raised her hand with a confident smile. "I'll do it. I live in Saitama, same as Kaminari, and I've seen him jogging in Omiya Park in the mornings. It wouldn't be hard for me to chat with him from time to time. Plus, I think he's already comfortable with me."
Nezu nodded approvingly. "Thank you, Midnight. Just remember to ask Kaminari for his contact information directly. We can't disclose that without his permission."
"Of course," Midnight said, still smiling. "I'll talk to him next Monday. Maybe I'll even bump into him on his jog tomorrow."
With that, the meeting concluded. Kaminari had officially become a focal point of U.A. High School's attention, though he remained blissfully unaware of this fact. At that very moment, he was at the Yaoyorozu estate, sipping high-end tea while being tutored in electromagnetism by the ever-enthusiastic Yaoyorozu Momo.
As the clock struck seven, the butler gently reminded Momo that it was time to wrap up. She reluctantly set down the retractable pointer she'd been using to illustrate concepts, while Kaminari, after two hours of intense focus, let out a relieved sigh. Learning electromagnetism from Yaoyorozu was no easy task, though he couldn't deny how much he appreciated her effort.
"Thank you, Yaoyorozu-san," Kaminari said earnestly, bowing his head slightly. "You've been standing and teaching for two hours straight. I really appreciate it."
Earlier, Kaminari had suggested she sit, but Yaoyorozu had insisted on standing, saying, "I'm the teacher today, so I should look the part." Her dedication left him both impressed and touched.
Yaoyorozu smiled warmly. "It's no trouble at all. I'm happy to help."
Kaminari, grateful beyond words, silently vowed to repay the kindness of the Yaoyorozu family one day. He couldn't shake the feeling that their generosity letting their daughter tutor him so freely came with an unspoken understanding. Whatever the reason, he knew he owed them.
"If I ever get the chance, I'll make sure to repay this favor," Kaminari thought to himself. The bond between him and the Yaoyorozu family had deepened.
Yaoyorozu interrupted his thoughts with a question. "Kaminari, would it be alright if I joined Jiro's band?"
Kaminari blinked in surprise. "You want to be in the band? Do you play any instruments?"
She shook her head. "No, I'm not really good with musical instruments."
"Then why?" Kaminari asked, confused.
She smiled sweetly. "I thought I could be the band's manager. It seems like it would be fun, and I'd love to help out."
Kaminari hesitated. "Why choose us? There are plenty of bands you could manage."
"Because you're my classmates," she replied softly. "And… I feel like managing your band would be a wonderful experience. Sometimes, a girl's intuition is all you need."
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