[And here we are, onto the second game of the Sports Festival!  Now with teams set it's time for a showdown. With Ten Million points on your back, will you be able to overcome the odds with Best Bro Bakugo, Kirishima, and your brother in darkness, Tokoyami by your side? Well, you should. But then there's Todoroki who has assembled his own group of rogues. With the likes of Kaminari, the guy we wish would hurry up and die, Kaito...And the top ten amine betrayals, Iida, on his side. Twin pubes looks to make his name known finally! But there is only one way to find out people...Because it's a new week, which means...A new chapter of Anti-Hero is here.]

[Also, be prepared. Because in this chapter...You're gonna HATE someone More than Kaito...I know...Sounds impossible. But trust me, it's there...]
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[3rd Person POV]

"Hey, Iida...You said you were going to challenge me, right? Well, I expect you to try a hell of a lot harder than going onto a team with people I've already beaten. Because I'm not going to go easy on you. Any of you!"

The final words (Y/n) offered were still glued to Iida's head. He couldn't shake them. Now, Iida didn't exactly know what to expect when he suddenly turned down (Y/n)'s offer to go and join the person who was after him the most. In a way, Iida expected (Y/n) to feel at least a little betrayed. Not that that was Iida's intention. But when he saw the young boy merely grin with confidence, well, he had been unable to lose that thought from his mind. Such as right now. Only a few minutes were left until the cavalry battle began, and right now he could hardly hear what Todoroki was currently saying to his group.

Todoroki: "I chose you three because I thought it would be the most stable formation. Kaminari, you'll be the left wing, keeping the enemy away with your electricity. Iida, you'll be at the front as the main source of mobility and physical defence. And Kaito, you'll--"

Kaito: "I'm not some idiot! I know why you wanted me! I know why you really wanted all of us. But especially me!"

Todoroki immediately went silent, though his expression remained blank as both Iida and Kaminari turned to Kaito. A grin spread across his lips as he eyed Todoroki.

Kaito: "The only reason you asked us to be a part of your team is because you want to mess with Deku. I don't know why you hold a grudge against him, nor do I care. But you want to show him up."

Iida: "Kaito. Calm down. I think you are--"

Todoroki: "You're right."

Iida: "Huh?"

Immediately everyone turned their gaze to Todoroki, who still kept a blank expression as he stared at Kaito.

Todoroki: "You're right. I did ask you all for that main reason. Especially you. I've not only come out to this Sports Festival to win. But I also want to show that (Y/n) Midoriya isn't the be-all-end-all when it comes to being a hero."

Kaito: "Yeah, well...You're gonna have to try a whole lot harder than what you're doing now. I've known Deku longer than any of you. He won't let some weaklings like you get to him easily. That's why, when the opportunity comes, I'll be sure to bring him down!" [Turns to Todoroki] "So I'll go along with your plan...For now..."

Iida: "O..Kay than." [Turns to Todoroki] "So what about you, Todoroki? So you will create diversions with your fire and ice? Correct?"

Todoroki: "No..."

His gaze shifts toward the crowd.

Todoroki: "In battle...I'll never use my left."

Those words were enough to confuse his teammates, but it was more than enough for what he needed, as he turned to the crowd and faced a familiar figure with red hair, a blue suit...And flames over his face. It was as this happened, that not far away, (Y/n) could be seen with his own group getting ready. Well, everyone but Bakugo, who was suddenly sending a fierce glare across the field toward Iida.

Bakugo: "Look at that damn nerd. Being on a team with dickless and twin pubes. After everything! Pfft! What a nerd...WE DON'T NEED YOU EXTRA!"

(Y/n): [Chuckles] "Easy man. Let Iida do what he wants. At the end of the day, he's not going to win. We are."

Bakugo: [Grins] "Ha! Damn right, we are!"

The pair fist bump, all before Kirishima adds himself into the conversation.

Kirishima: "Wow, (Y/n). No offence, but I've never seen you so into something before. I mean, not surprising that you think we'll win. We have you! But normally you aren't so keen on something like this."

Tokoyami: "Yes. It is rather odd."

(Y/n): "Oh...Well, I've got my reasons. Besides...Kaito's on the other team and I always love to prove a point against him."

Bakugo: "Fuck yeah, you do!"

"BAKUGO! NO SWEARING!"

Immediately the voice of Midnight yells in the distance, causing Bakugo to hunch over and glare in the direction it came from.

Bakugo: [Mutters] "Shit, man. How does she keep hearing me?"

It was as that question went into the air that (Y/n) thought back to the reason he was putting so much effort into day. Not just because of what All Might, but another reason altogether.

--12 Years Ago--

"And here we are ladies and gentlemen, the students from the prestigious Class 1-A of our very own U.A.! And they're all here to show you WHAT! THEY'VE! GOT!"

The familiar voice of Present Mic, who was in his first year teaching at U.A., could be heard over through the TV as two boys watch with excitement as the First Year Students of U.A. walk out onto the field. Those exact boys were none other than (Y/n) and Izuku Midoriya. The latter's eyes blew up with excitement as he watched the screen. His body shaking, he was so excited. Something he shared with his brother as he twisted his body from sitting on the ground to look up at (Y/n), who had chosen the couch to sit on instead.

Izuku: "(Y/n)! (Y/n), look! It's the first years from U.A.!!!"

(Y/n): [Chuckles] "I can see them, Izuku."

Izuku: "I can't believe it! I can't believe it! There are so many of them! They're so cool!"

(Y/n) always found it funny seeing his brother so excited to see normal kids like them on TV. Well, I guess these guys weren't exactly normal. After all, they did go to U.A.

Izuku: "Ohhh! Look at their uniforms! They're so cool!"

(Y/n): "Just you wait. One day you'll be right up there with them!"

Izuku: [Gasp] "You really think so?"

He energetically asked as he turned to his brother again, revealing the toy of All Might he held glued in his hands.

(Y/n): "Of course I do! You're Izuku Midoriya. The biggest hero fan in the country! There's no way no one is going to stop you from reaching that point."

Just hearing the confident words of his big brother was enough to motivate Izuku. Which caused him to get even more excited. The next thing he knew, Izuku launched off the ground and pounced onto his brother on the ground. Tackling him into a hug. It's as they did that, that their mother watched with a smile from the kitchen. All before a phone call rang...One which would lead to the darkest moment in (Y/n)'s life.

--Present--

It was before the memories of the past could become a nightmare that (Y/n) broke his thoughts. It was as he did that he turned to his teammates, who were currently stuck in conversation and smiled to himself. Today he wasn't just going to win for himself. He was going to do it Izuku as well. It was that thought that pushed (Y/n) forward as he looked up into one of the cameras and confidently nodded. To His Mom, watching at home. 

To All Might, watching from the teacher's box. And his brother...Now was the time to Go! And 'go' was exactly what (Y/n) planned. Not long later, all groups could be seen waiting at their respect marks around the field. Each team having a person to hold at the top. For (Y/n)'s team, it was the aforementioned male who took that role. Same with Todoroki.

A few other noticeable faces were around the field, including a few not. In the end, all were ready, all they needed to do now was wait for the go from Present Mic and Midnight. As they did, the loud roars from the crowd got them bumped for what was coming. As for (Y/n), he could feel his own nerves rising. But he did his best to keep them low. Taking in a deep breath and closing his eyes as he listened to the remarks left by the students all around him.

"My hearts pounding!"

Present Mic: "You've made your teams, right?"

"Can I really do this?"

Present Mic: "I'm not gonna ask if you're ready or not..."

"I can do this! I can do this!"

Present Mic: "...It's just gonna happen..."

A sudden silence filled the air as the people waited for the voices of Present Mic and Midnight to ring and start the game. As they did, Kirishima, started to speak up to his team.

Kirishima: "Uh...Guys? Quick question..."

Bakugo: [Sighs] "What is it now? I swear, if you say something stupid you're kicked off this team."

Kirishima: "I-It's not stupid...I think. Uh, I just noticed that...Everyone seems to be targeting us."

Bakugo: "Ha! Of course, they are. We're awesome!"

(Y/n): "No. Kirishima's right."

Tokoyami: "Look around."

It was as he said that, that everyone began to look around. Now, sure, they knew they were going to get targeted because of (Y/n)'s bounty on his head. 10 Million Points was a guaranteed win. But looking around to see everyone, and I mean everyone, offer you looks of pure hunger. Like they'd sell you out in a heartbeat, hunger, it was definitely nerve-wracking. And with the seconds building up to the start of it all. Kirishima was starting to grow cautious. But his nerves were suddenly postponed as the voice of (Y/n) spoke out. When Kirishima looked up at his bro, he was shocked to see a grin spread right across his face as he looked down at him.

(Y/n): "Remember what I said before, Kirishima. We're going to win. So there's nothing to worry about."

Bakugo: "Yeah! Relax! Besides, (Y/n) has that Second Fear form thing! No ones going to mess with that!"

(Y/n): "Well, I mean, I can't really use that form to its full extent when I'm stuck in one place. But, I mean, there is this other one I have. But I'm not entirely sure what it can do."

Bakugo: "You have another power up? Dude, that's--"

Kirishima: "GUYS!"

Immediately Bakugo was silenced, causing him, (Y/n), and Tokoyami to turn toward him.

Kirishima: "I mean...I-I get that. But...If they all come at us at once, well--"

(Y/n): "--Well, if they do come at us at once. That'll be their funeral. I hope they do that though..."

The remark caused Bakugo and Tokoyami to join Kirishima in looking at (Y/n).

(Y/n): "Because if they do...They'll be walking straight into a nightmare."

That. That right there. Despite it being a simple sentence. It gave the boys more confidence than ever before.

Kirishima: "W-Well...Alright then!"

Bakugo: "Let's do this!"

Tokoyami: "I shall protect you, (Y/n). Just as the darkness protects us."

Okay, that final remark was a little out of left field. Before they could be repaired, Present Mic's voice finally spoke.

Present Mic: "Here we are. Countdown to the battle royal! Three!"

"We're going to get you, (Y/n)!"

A cry came from the left.

Present Mic: "Two!"

Todoroki: "...One thing."

He spoke to his team. It was almost time.

Present Mic: "One..."

"START!"

The word exploded, and with it, the cries of everyone around (Y/n). It seemed not even a single second passed before everyone took off towards the group of our heroes. Looks of anger, focus, and hope, spawned across the many faces that charged before them. No one went for anyone else. Just (Y/n)...And the Ten Million points that rested on his head.

Tetsutetsu: "It's basically a battle for the ten million points!"

Hagakure: "(Y/n), I'm coming to get you!"

Uraraka/Yaoyorozu: "Oh, no you don't!"

Kaito: "DDDEEEKKKUUU!!!"

Every direction, an attack was coming. Whether it be from Class 1-B, or his very own. (Y/n) and his team were left stuck in one spot. Their once narrow escape straight forward was now sealed off.

Tokoyami: "An attack without delay, huh..."

Kirishima: "Uh, guys? What are we going to do?"

Bakugo: [Grins] "(Y/n)? Is it time yet?"

(Y/n): "Not yet..."

The group stayed still as more charged their way.

Mineta: "You should have taken my hentai when you had the chance, (Y/n)!"

Kendo: "You're not getting away, Number 1!"

"You're done for!"

"We won't let you get away!"

Kirishima: [Sweating] "Okay...Guys...They're really getting close..."

Bakugo: [Grins] "Can we go now, (Y/n)?"

(Y/n): "...Not...Yet..."

His eyes narrowed as he waited for the final few teams to move in. But now some were starting to wonder why (Y/n) wasn't moving. It left such teams like Uraraka, Yaoyorozu, and Mei, who were chasing after Hagakure, to notice...

Uraraka: "He's just staying there?"

Yaoyorozu: "But why?"

Mei: "Maybe he's waiting for me to use my babies?"

Uraraka/Yaoyorozu: "WHAT?!"

...Then there was the team with Mineta, Shoji, and Tsuyu...

Mineta: "Haha! (Y/n) is frightened my by remarks!"

Shoji: "Is he really just going to stand there."

Tsuyu: "I do not mind. I have a perfect view."

She said as she eyed the young boy's abs through his Uniform. But they weren't the only ones to take sense of the scene before them. 

Kaminari: "Why's (Y/n) just standing there? Is something wrong?"

Iida: "Knowing (Y/n), he must have something planned."

Kaito: "Damn it, Deku! You bastard!"

The words of his teammates entered his ears as Todoroki silently examined the scene.

Todoroki: [Thoughts] "Iida is right. He must have something planned. There is no way he'd be this confident. What do you have planned, Midoriya?"

By this point, only twenty meters were between (Y/n)'s group and the rest. It seemed like a certain defeat. Quick and ease. And it made Kirishima even more nervous that they weren't moving.

Bakugo: [Growing Bored] "(Y/n)...Now?"

(Y/n): "...Not yet..."

Kirishima: "Okay! Seriously! What do you guys have planned?"

Bakugo: "A plan! Duh! (Y/N)?! NOW?!"

(Y/n): "Not yet!..." [Leans forward] "You ready, Tokoyami?"

Tokoyami: [Nods] "Indeed."

Kirishima: "Wait! Tokoyami knows the plan and I don't?! That's so not--"

(Y/n): "NOW!"

Bakugo: "HAHA! FINALLY!"

It was as ten meters remained between them and the other groups that (Y/n) finally screamed for the plan to begin. As he did, Tokoyami wasted no time in releasing dark shadow. The shadow with the head of a bird immediately launched from his body and proceeded to wrap itself around Bakugo, who had now gone to the back of the horse and used his back to keep (Y/n) up alongside Kirishima. With Dark Shadow wrapped around his body, it helped everyone stay in place as Bakugo lifted his hands, aimed them in front of him...And exploded.

Bakugo: "SUCK SHIT! DEADBEATS!"

It was as he screamed that the group of four launched off the ground slightly. His Quirk sending them flying forward, leaving Kirishima to scream in shock, (Y/n) to grin, and Tokoyami to hold his head forward the best he could against the wind that brushed against his face. But the main spectacle for the crowd, and the groups before them, was watching in awe as the group of boys launched forward like a rocket. 

It was almost too late before anyone noticed that they were heading straight for them. They barely were able to jump out of the way as the group zoomed passed, unscathed and still having their points. Most were barely able to keep standing, keeping (Y/n)'s plan inside the rules of not purposely causing anyone to fall over. For the groups that were on the outer of (Y/n)'s attack, they only watched as the others jumped out of the way and (Y/n)'s group burst to the opposite end of the field. 

Now they were in clear territory. Turning around to face their opponents once more, Dark Shadow removed itself from Bakugo's body, who returned to his spot on the side to keep (Y/n) standing with his hands. Meanwhile, on the other side, Kirishima's eyes were glued open, his hair brushed backward due to the fierce winds, and a look on his face that showcased he was struggling to comprehend what just happened.

Kirishima: "W-W-What was that?"

Bakugo: [Smirks] "That...Was the plan."

Kirishima: "P-Plan? But how come you didn't tell me about it?"

Bakugo: "Duh! Because you would have made it less cool by worrying about it all the time. We couldn't have that. Right, (Y/n)?"

But (Y/n) didn't respond. He merely kept his narrowed gaze set on the teams in front of him. Fifty meters now separated (Y/n)'s group from the rest, as the commentation from Present Mic exploded in the booth.

Present Mic: "WHAT WAS THAT?! IN ALL MY YEARS OF COMMENTATING THIS FESTIVAL, NEVER ONCE HAVE I SEEN SUCH AN ATTACK! Truly extraordinary!"

Meanwhile, on the ground, the students were left shocked.

Hagakure: "Did they really just do that?"

Sero: "What would you expect? (Y/n)'s on their team."

Kendo: "No wonder all the girls in 1-A have a crush on him."

"ALL OF THEM?!"

That remark, of course, came directly from Uraraka and Yaoyorozu. However, as they focused on what Kendo said, not far away, Todoroki and his group were left in shock as well.

Kaito: "Why am I not surprised (Y/n) would choose to do something so showy! Pfft...He's no rival."

Kaminari: "MAAAN! Now I'm never going to get a girlfriend!"

Iida: "I guess (Y/n) is still able to come out with surprises."

Todoroki: [Thoughts] "What games are you playing at, Midoriya?"

What games indeed. That was a similar question Kirishima asked his group as a momentary pause came from the event, as everyone, crowd included, tried to take in what they just saw.

Kirishima: "Okay, seriously, why was there a plan and what good was it? I mean, it got us out of there. But what's stopping them from not just ganging up on us again?"

Bakugo: [Smirks] "Oh, there's something stopping them alright."

Kirishima: "Huh? What do you--"

"Wait! What's this? Some members of a group seem to be having an episode--Wait...No...IT'S (Y/N) MIDORIYA'S NIGHTMARE QUIRK IN FULL EFFORT!"

The voice of Present Mic roared over the speakers as everyone turned their attention to two particular groups back over with the rest. Ones including Rin Hiryu and Shishida Jurota from Class 1-B, and Pony Tsunotori and Togaru Kamakiri, also from Class 1-B. The two teams of two seemed normal at first, well, for the people carrying, they were. But for both Togaru and Rin, they were both groaning as shocked looks spawn over their faces. It wasn't long before their eyes opened to show green spirals, revealing the cause to be (Y/n)'s Quirk. Something Present Mic made known to the unsuspecting crowd.

Present Mic: "For those watching in confusion, this is Young (Y/n)'s Quirk, which he calls 'Nightmare'. You already saw an ulterior form of it earlier in the obstacle race. But another use it has is inflicting nightmares onto whoever he touches. And it seems by the replay on the big screen...He did exactly that!"

Everyone turned to the big screens that showed a slowed down process of (Y/n)'s group rocketing passed the two teams from 1-B that jumped out of the way. However, before doing so, he touched both people being carried, activating his Quirk and causing them to technically no longer being able to compete in the game. But that wasn't all...

Present: "But...Wait...What's this...BOTH TEAMS NO LONGER HAVE THEIR HEADBANDS!"

Immediately a wave of shock and awe went through the crowd of viewers and students, as (Y/n)'s grin grew a little bigger as he lifted his hands to reveal the four headbands of the Class 1-B teams he had just taken out.

Present Mic: "WHAT AN AMAZING STRATEGY THAT TOOK EXPERT PROCISION! But with these added points it now takes (Y/n)'s group up to...10,000,745!!! Folks! We have a serious game on our hands!!!"

"YYYYYEEEEEAAAAAHHHHHH!!!!!!"

The cheers were unlike anything (Y/n) had heard before. It was unreal. As he was in the process of hearing it, his attention was soon directed down to Bakugo.

Bakugo: "Ya hear that, man? They loved your plan!"

(Y/n): [Smirks] "It's only because of this team, though! Come on guys, let's do this!"

Bakugo: [Mutters] "And humble to boot~ Man, girls are going to love this~"

(Y/n) pretended he couldn't hear that as he tied the extra headbands to his own head and prepared for the next wave. It was at this point that he sent a glance over to the group with Iida in it. As he did, the other remaining groups spoke out on what just happened. After all, it was shocking to see two teams taken out that quickly. And with the people holding up their designated riders, they were practically out of the game. No matter what they did, they just wouldn't snap out of this daze.

Uraraka: "No, way. (Y/n)'s team did that so quickly!"

Yaoyorozu: "Now they even have more points!"

"(Y/n) is so cool!"

Immediately Uraraka and Yaoyorozu switched their gaze to the left to see the words had come from Hagakure, who currently stood on the shoulders of her teammates, Koda, Sato, and Jiro. Immediately both girls glared toward their invisible friend. Meanwhile, more people released their thoughts.

Mineta: [Groans] "Man...He should have just accepted my offer and I could have been winning right now."

Kendo: "I didn't know someone in Class A could do something like that."

Tetsutetsu: "That's what you get when fighting villains, I guess."

Kendo: "Yeah..." [Sighs] "Man, we're so behind..."

"But not for long, my friends."

Kendo/Tetsutetsu: "Huh?"

The two members of class 1-B, and their 1-B teammates carrying them, quickly turned toward one of the only other groups made up of 1-B students. The words themselves, however, came from none other than a boy with blonde hair and a seemingly innocent smile. Kendo and Tetsutetsu's eyes widened slightly upon seeing the familiar face.

Kendo: "Monoma?"

Tetsutetsu: "You're still around?"

Monoma: [Chuckles] "Of course, I am. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same for our classmates."

He proceeded to glance over at the two groups of two that made up some of Class 1-B's students, struggling to do anything with the people carrying them focused solely on their nightmares.

Monoma: "Why am I not surprised that those scummy Class 1-A students are focusing on us."

Kendo: "What do you mean?"

Monoma: "Isn't it obvious? That attack they just did, he did it only on our class. This (Y/n) person is clearly in over his head, and is fueled by all the fame he's received since USJ, that he wants to show that he's better than our entire class."

Such a statement left Kendo with a blank expression.

Kendo: "I don't think that's right, Monoma. In fact, I've talked to some of the girls from Class 1-A, and they say (Y/n)'s really nice."

Monoma: "Pfft! Clearly, they've fooled you already. Such a shame for our class representative." [Shakes head] "Nevertheless...I shall save us from this rubble. I just need the perfect moment to strike."

Kendo: "Monoma, what are you trying to--"

But the boy with blonde hair did not respond. Simply, he and his group walked off, leaving Kendo and Tetsutetsu to glance at each other. As this happened, (Y/n) was preparing for the second part of his plan. As he was going through the motions with his teammates, however, this time including Kirishima, their combined gazes were suddenly forced to lift when a few familiar voices spoke up.

"Hey, (Y/n)!"

(Y/n): "Huh?"

Lifting his head, (Y/n) and his team once more found themselves blocked off. This time, in a much tighter fashion. Four groups mainly, them being Team Todoroki; Team Hagakure; Team Uraraka/Yaoyorozu; and finally team Mineta. There was also Kendo's team, Tetsutetsu's team, and another 1-B group, though noticeably, Monoma's group was nowhere to be seen. All carried confident looks, something (Y/n) couldn't help but smile at.

Uraraka: "We're not going to let you get passed this time, (Y/n)."

Yaoyorozu: "Yes. You'll have to try a whole lot--"

Hagakure: "Try getting passed my amazing team, (Y/n). I bet you can't~"

Yaoyorozu and Uraraka quickly turned to Hagakure, not likely they were cut off. Whilst Mei just glance at her teammates in confusion.

Todoroki: "You've gotten far enough, Midoriya. But no more."

Mineta: "Yeah! WE'RE ALL GONNA GANG UP ON YOU NOW!"

Bakugo: "You mean just like the cheerleaders did at your old school and sent you to the infirmary? Ha!"

Mineta: "HEY...How did you hear about that."

Bakugo didn't respond. Bakugo simply grinned. He wasn't alone, however, as (Y/n), standing atop the shoulders of his friends, proceeded to cross his arms as he looked at his classmates. Clearly, he wanted to have a little fun with them.

(Y/n): "You know, guys...I'm kinda disappointed."

"Huh?"

(Y/n): [Chuckles] "I mean, come in, guys. I thought you knew me better than that. Surely you all didn't just bring yourselves into a tight formation without possibly thinking I had other plans up my sleeve?"

The statement left everyone silent. The members of Class 1-A soon came to realize their mistake. A lot of them had taken the moment to misjudge (Y/n), thinking they knew him because they were in the same class. They thought mass numbers would win, so they grew confident that they would be able to group up and somehow, someone would get themselves some headbands from the group. It was as these students contemplated what they were doing, the crowd around them grew silent in confusion. Even members of the faculty, like All Might and the teachers watching were confused.

Snipe: "It seems that (Y/n) kid and his group pulled out all the stops to get opening points. Now they're stuck."

That was something All Might was worried about. Though, his spirit was lifted when the voice of Thirteen, who was seated next to him, turned to the gunslinging hero.

Thirteen: "I would not be so certain about that, Snipe."

Snipe: "You think he'd be able to get out of this? Ha! Even I'd struggle to get out a shootout in a situation like this."

Thirteen: "Normally, I would agree. But after having witnessed Young (Y/n)'s abilities in the USJ incident. I've come to learn to never doubt him. He must have a plan. Otherwise, he wouldn't have done his original attack in the first place."

All Might hoped so as well. He remained silent, however. Instead, bringing his hand up to his chin, he cupped it softly and waited for a move to be made. His gaze focusing on the face of his apprentice.

All Might: [Thoughts] "You can do this, Young Midoriya. Show them all that you are here. Now is your time. I believe in you."

As he thought through this, the voice of Present Mic spoke over the speakers.

Present Mic: "Interesting. We have clearly reached a middle ground in the early stages of this event. Nearly every group has decided to forgo going after others and instead as focused solely on the group worth Ten Million Points. Which isn't surprising, what do you think, Mummy Man?"

Seated beside him, decked in bandages, Aizawa took a moment to examine the scene himself. He did see very little breathing room for (Y/n) and his group. However, just like Thirteen, he had come to never doubt (Y/n) and his ability. It was as a sigh escaped his lips that he finally responded to Present Mic.

Aizawa: "You're right. It isn't surprising that everyone has chosen to go after (Y/n)'s group, in which they hope to snag the points in the chaos. However, they all must remember, (Y/n) has got those points for a reason. So rushing into a matter without forward thinking can cost you. The question is now...Will they be able to handle what (Y/n) throws at them next?"

That was the real question, and one which (Y/n) wanted to put on the table right away. That's why, as everyone was still reeling in from his previous statement, that he put the next part of his plan into action. Everyone was given their first taste of it when out of nowhere a bright green and black aura suddenly formed around (Y/n)'s group. Powerful winds coming from the area on the field, causing some people to struggle in keeping their hair out of their faces.

Uraraka: "WHAT'S HE DOING NOW?!"

Jiro: "I CAN BARELY HEAR A THING!"

Sero: "I DON'T KNOW IF WE CAN HANDLE WHAT HE'S ABOUT TO THROW AT US!"

Iida: "EVERYONE! STICK TOGETHER!"

Kaminari: "How can we stick together WHEN HE'S GOING FUCKING SUPER SAIYAN!!!"

(Y/n): "YOU GUYS SAID YOU WERE GOING TO GANG UP ON US! WELL...I THINK IT'S ONLY FAIR THAT WE EVEN THE PLAYING FIELDS!"

(Y/n)'s voice yelled the loudest from within the mini tornado of energy that contorted around his body and the rest of his team. And it only grew stronger as he lowered his head, placing his hands on the centre area of the mini platform he had thanks to Kirishima's and Bakugo's hands, and Tokoyami's back. With some part of his hand touching all three spots, (Y/n)'s eyes suddenly opened. That same green aura that currently surrounded his group could now be seen circulating like veins through his eyes. Those tendrils of energy then proceeded to travel down his arm until it reached where his feet were standing. 

At that moment...Everyone was given a clearer picture to (Y/n)'s plan. At first, it just seemed like the energy was transferring from his body, to the bodies of his teammates. However, much more was soon revealed when it appeared like dark copies of his teammates were starting to be pulled from their very bodies. Dark beings made up of this dark green and black energy. They seemed identical to their owner, except for the form and the bright green eyes in which they carried. As time quickly went by, more and more of these copies were pulled. First, from the very bodies of Bakugo, Kirishima, and Tokoyami. 

Before copies were being pulled from the copies bodies altogether. It was a marvellous sight. One which showcased the true strength of (Y/n)'s quirk. It left the crowd shaken. They couldn't believe what they were seeing. Nor could any of the teachers watching. Even Present Mic was left speechless. In the end, all anyone could do was merely sit in their designated spots and witness as shadow clones of (Y/n)'s team took their place on the field. All in the same position as the original group. Before anyone knew it, now there were seven versions of (Y/n)'s team. Six dark Nightmare cloned copies, and the original. 

That left the original with no one left to stop them, if each Nightmare version was destined to fight another team. As for the others who seemed destined to face them, they were left shocked, perplexed, and purely overwhelmed by (Y/n)'s power levels. But none brought out their emotions more than Mineta himself, who sweated with a dread taste in his mouth as he spoke the obvious.

Mineta: "...We're so dead."

(Y/n) could only chuckle as a response.

(Y/n): "What do ya say, guys...Are you ready for action?"

--A Few Minutes Later--

And action seemed the perfect precursor to what was just about to go down. For in just a few minutes, shit quickly went sideways. Chaos now plagued the field of the Cavalry battle as everyone found themselves tied up, as people originally thought would happen before everyone turned on (Y/n)'s group. But now, in seemingly the most poetic way possible, (Y/n) flipped the script. As everyone you would look, some team was up against the nightmare opposites of (Y/n)'s team, and they weren't merely weak clones, they were strong. 

Now, they didn't possess the powers of their originals, but they still could hold off enough teams as (Y/n) and his group charged through the chaos, buying their time as they waited for the perfect opportunity to either steal more points, or just stay alive. And in a funny way, that's what a lot of other teams were trying to do as well right now. All either running for their lives, like Hagakure and her group...

Hagakure: "Ah! Stay away from me, evil (Y/n)! I don't want you! I want the real one!"

The invisible girl screamed as nightmare versions of her friends chased after her. It was as she said that sentence that it caused Uraraka to release a sigh as she brought a hand up to rest her chin on.

Uraraka: "Why does she seriously have to like (Y/n) too."

Yaoyorozu: "Well, (Y/n) is rather popular. It's bound to happen. Besides, we both like him. So I guess we shouldn't be surprised that others do as well."

Uraraka: "...I guess you're right."

All Uraraka could do was sigh once more as she looked down at the ground. There, their own group of nightmare (Y/n) and friends tried reaching them. But currently, the group of Uraraka, Yaoyorozu, and Mei were safe, as thanks to Uraraka's quirk, the trio hovered in the air. Safe from getting their points stolen, but unable to get points themselves. Either way, Uraraka took this time to breathe her frustrations to life. Something Mei was quickly picking up on.

Mei: "Wait. You both like the same boy?"

Yaoyorozu: "Hmm? Oh, well..." [Fiddles fingers] "I guess you could say that."

Mei: "And is it the boy who created all these clones that are chasing up?"

Uraraka: [Sighs] "Yep...That's him...The boy I've liked since he saved me so many times ago."

Yaoyorozu: [Chuckles softly] "It's funny. I guess (Y/n) has that effect on people. I, too, started feeling feelings after he saved me from Kaito. He truly is a hero, I guess."

Uraraka: "Yeah..."

Uraraka couldn't help but smile at that. At one point, (Y/n) hated being called a hero. Yet, even if he did hate it. It was the perfect word to describe him.

Mei: "Wow. This (Y/n) guy sure sounds cool. Makes me kinda regret I wasn't in a team with him after all. My babies could have been on real show there."

Uraraka: "What do you mean? Your jumping boots helped us get high enough into the air that I could use my Quirk to keep us safe from the nightmare clones."

Yaoyorozu: "Yes. They really did come in handy."

A glance down at the feet of the three girls showcased the white and red boots they currently wore. Thus, revealing one of Mei's 'babies'.

Mei: [Chuckles] "I suppose they did work out, huh? Even so, there isn't really much we can do up here."

Uraraka: "That...You would be right about..."

So the group of three were left to hover in the air, unable to do anything but. Meanwhile as they did that, somewhere amongst the chaos on the field, (Y/n) and his team could be seen maneuvering their way through such destruction as they did their best to avoid any contact from other teams.

Kirishima: "Dude! (Y/n)! This is so awesome! We're untouched!"

Tokoyami: "Truly a marvellous presentation of your dark powers, (Y/n)."

Bakugo: "Haha! Wouldn't expect any less from my boy! Though, question... Is this the other power-up you mentioned earlier? Because if so...We could have totally used this when fighting the villains at USJ."

(Y/n): [Chuckles] "I didn't know I could do this back then. If I did, I wouldn't have wasted time fighting that Nomu by myself. As for your other question, no, this isn't my other power-up."

Kirishima: "Still! Even with this, all we have to do is hold off long enough to keep the points we have and we'll be golden."

Bakugo: "You're right about that! Though, I do miss the opportunity to punch people in the face. I really just want some of this action, ya kno--"

Immediately silence came from Bakugo's voice...Something that didn't happen often. So when it did, it caused (Y/n), Kirishima, and Tokoyami to grow silent in themselves. All in the span of a few seconds, as time slowed down, the trio turned to look over their shoulders at the male who brought up the back of their horse. When their eyes finally landed on him, their eyes grew in shock, as Bakugo's face had already accustomed himself to. And for good reason. For all it would take was a simple look up at the board to showcase that the team that were once 10,000,750 points were now down by 200. Such was confirmed when Bakugo looked up to his forehead the best he could to see his headband worth 200 points...Was gone.

Kirishima: "Bakugo! Your headband! It's gone!"

(Y/n): "What happened? When did you lose it! Who could have--"

"That...Would be us~"

(Y/n): "Huh?"

Lifting his head, (Y/n) was greeted with the sight of a grin. One that came directly from Monoma of Class 1-B. Now, at this point, (Y/n) didn't know who the grinning male was. But he knew for a fact he was from the other class, and that he also currently had Bakugo's headband in his hand.

Monoma: "Why am I not surprised? Class 1-A is too simple-minded. I guess you guys aren't as good as you thought, huh?"

Kirishima: "Wait! They're not fighting nightmares? Why?"

Monoma: [Chuckles] "That's simple. We didn't go with the others when that happened. Instead, he stuck back and watched it all go down. So when you monkeys from Class 1-A thought you were free, we could strike. And look...We've got some of your points already~"

Bakugo: "What did you say, bastard?! Give that back! I'LL KILL YOU!"

Once more, Monoma did nothing but chuckle at Bakugo's words. Angering the scruffy blonde even more.

Monoma: "You should really not yell all the time. You're starting to look like a dog."

Bakugo: "And I'll make you look like dog-shit with my fist if you don't shut your damn mouth!"

Monoma: [Sighs] "I guess I shouldn't be surprised. All students from Class 1-A are nothing but animals."

That remark caught (Y/n)'s attention immediately. But he didn't react, simply, he chose to narrow his eyes slightly as Monoma continued to grin and go on with his rant.

Monoma: "Though, I'm surprised, despite how much of a bimbo Midnight seems. She decided to do the smart thing in the end."

Kirishima: "Huh? What are you talking about?"

Monoma: "I'm talking about how she said it was the first game, it wouldn't make sense for them to cut a ton of people right from the start, right?" [Grins] "Assuming they'd keep about forty people for the next stage, we just made sure we stayed within that number as we ran."

Kirishima: "Wait, so you're saying--"

(Y/n): "They didn't try to win."

Monoma: "Haha! That's right! You sure are a smart one, huh?"

(Y/n): [Raises eyebrow] "Excuse me?"

Monoma: [Chuckles] "...I mean...For someone that's so straight thinking in just going head first angry into battle, I'm surprised you were even able to come up with half of these plans. Or...Did Midnight give you a heads up on what was going down when you and her...got together~"

Bakugo: "Wait! What?!" [Looks up at you] "You got with Midnight?! BRO! I'm so happy for--"

(Y/n): "No. We didn't."

Monoma: [Grins] "Come on now, big hero, don't lie~ I mean, how else could you get through all of this without any advice? You Class 1-A students are nothing but cheats! Cheats that steal the spotlight."

Kirishima: "Kinda hard to not take the spotlight when a bunch of you guys can't handle it! Ha!" [Turns to Bakugo] "W-Was that a good burn?"

Bakugo: [Sighs and shakes head] "Dude, don't say that right in front of them."

Kirishima: "Oh...Right."

Again, Bakugo was left to shake his head in dismay, as (Y/n) and Tokoyami kept their eyes focused on the smirking Monoma.

Monoma: "Anyway, we simply took the time to observe the Quirks and personalities of each and every animal from Class 1-A that would become our rivals. So then we could be prepared for this game. Where we can eliminate you and move onto the real show."

(Y/n): "So that's how you expected this, huh? You saw my Quirk in the first game and decided to hang back again? You know...I'm not really one to judge back. Hanging back...Not really very heroic. Don't ya think?"

Monoma: "W-Why you..."

"See. That's how you do a burn, nerd."

"Oh..."

The voices of Bakugo and Kirishima sounded in the background as (Y/n) offered a simple grin to the frustrated Monoma. But, he didn't remain this way for long. As he calmed himself and returned his smile.

Monoma: "I wouldn't call it, unheroic. Simply, we're playing a game. And there's really no point in winning the prelims, right? As for now, we're simply buying our time, like good, smart, heroes would."

(Y/n): "So you did this as a class?"

Monoma: "Well, it wasn't a consensus, but it was a good idea, right? Hehe...There's no need to be jealous of us, 1-A."

Bakugo: "Ha! The only thing that should be jealous of you is your ass. From all the shit that's coming out of your mouth!"

Once more Monoma's eye flinched slightly. Though, he was quick to channel it as he turned his gaze to Bakugo.

Monoma: "And you...You shouldn't really be one to talk. As, it's because of you that we're now going to win this battle."

Bakugo: "What are you talking about, nerd?"

Monoma: "Oh...Nothing." [Grins] "Just the fact I didn't just take your points...I also took your Quirk."

It was in that exact moment that the eyes of Bakugo, Kirishima, and Tokoyami went wide with shock. Even so, they had little belief that Bakugo's Quirk was stolen. This was further proved when Bakugo activated his Quirk, to see it could still work.

Bakugo: [Grins] "You know, I think your brain is filled with jealousy too. I've still got my Quirk, asshat. You didn't steal anything!"

Monoma: "Oh, did I say steal? More like...I copied it."

Monoma's words were soon backed up when he lifted his palm to showcase sudden explosions from his hand, just like Bakugo did a moment ago. Such a sight silenced the three members of Class 1-A on the ground. Their silent shock continued to grow, however, when they looked around to see more groups from Class 1-B pull up behind them. That being the groups of Tetsutetsu and his group of four boys, Kendo and her group of four girls, and a final group consisting of a guy with a glue dispencer for a head, a female student he carried, and the guy with the manga strip for a head. Fifteen people in total now surrounded our heroes.

Kendo: "You know, (Y/n), those clones you created were pretty tough."

Tetsutetsu: "But not tough enough to beat us!"

Monoma: [Smiles] "Face it, you're now going to hand over your points willingly, and show this whole school that your class is nothing but animals..."

(Y/n)'s eye twitched slightly.

Monoma: "Your substitute teacher is nothing but a whore who should be on the streets instead of being a hero...She's too much of a distraction..."

(Y/n)'s hands clenched fiercely.

Monoma: "Hahaha! What...What is the name that Kaito calls you again...Deku~"

Suddenly (Y/n)'s head lifts to face, any smile he carried before was now gone. A serious look formed on his face, something his friends below noticed. But they didn't say anything, they just looked at each other as Monoma continued.

Monoma: "That's right, Kaito used to be a part of your class, huh? Well, he made the smart decision to join us. And we're glad he did. Because he told us a lot about you Deku..."

Monoma's grin began to grow. As he spoke, Kendo soon dropped her previous smile.

Monoma: "Oh, yes, that was rather fun to hear. About how you were called that as a kid...When you were bullied..."

Kendo: "Monoma..."

Monoma: [Chuckles] "It was very funny to hear about how the great (Y/n) Midoriya was kicked around like a dirty dog! Haha!"

The sound of (Y/n)'s hands cracking from the pressure suddenly filled the air, alerting Kendo as the male with (H/c) hair and green tips narrowed his gaze further.

Kendo: "Monoma! Seriously! Stop it!"

Monoma: "Stop? Haha! Why would I stop? This is all so much fun!"

Kendo: "Because, if you don't, something is going to happen to you that you're not going to like."

Monoma: "That I'm not going to like? Oh...Oh...You know what that reminds me off, Deku~" [Grins] "It reminds me of something that you didn't like...Something that happened to you as a kid..."

Immediately (Y/n)'s head straightened up, realization coursing through his body. Bakugo wasn't far to do the same, leaving Kirishima confused.

Kirishima: "Happened as a kid? What's he talking about Bakugo...Bakugo?"

But Bakugo didn't respond. Instead, he had his own gaze glued straight to Monoma. And by this point, only he was grinning from ear to ear. He savoured the look of dismay on (Y/n)'s face, one which quickly had returned to a sharp glare of his own. Seeing it pushed Monoma over the edge to continue, even as the voice of Kendo screamed at him to stop! But Monoma didn't stop, instead...He went over the edge.

Monoma: "What do you say, Deku? Why don't we tell your little friends that hold you up so high like a god...How you're nothing but a failure...Who let his little brother die."

Silence...That was the best, and only way, to describe it. Looks of complete shock and horror spawned across the faces of both Kirishima and Tokoyami, who couldn't believe what they were hearing. Of course, Bakugo was not shocked by this news. Something he was shocked by was when he noticed a sudden blur from out the corner of his eye. 

Immediately, he, Kirishima, Tokoyami, and everyone else around lifted their gaze to see (Y/n) had launched off from the platform created by his friends and was now headed straight for Momona. His cocky grin drove (Y/n) forward, to cut through the air, to draw his arm back and scream with all his might.

(Y/n): "AAARRRRRGGGGHHHH!!!!!"

The sound was loud enough that people from all over the field, the crowd, and even the teacher's box turned in (Y/n)'s direction to watch in complete shock as a burst of green energy formed around his fist. The drive in which the male felt pushed him further as he finally released the energy, with his, so did his fist get released. Time slowed for everyone watching as (Y/n) punched through the air, then punched straight across Monoma's face. The cocky grin immediately dropped as realization took over. 

The sound of a loud gasp flooded the air as time picked up with it, Monoma's body dropping to the ground with a loud thud, and (Y/n) landing on his feet a few meters away. But despite everything that just went down, (Y/n) couldn't hear a single thing. Not the sound of Present Mic in the speakers, nor the loud whistle sound coming from Midnight who rushed from the stage to intervene in the overly aggressive attack. Even the break room where Death Arms, Kamui Woods, Mt Lady, and other heroes that guarded the arena. 

They were all speechless as they faces their screens. Nothing believing what they just saw. But for (Y/n)...Nothing pulled him away from glaring down at Monoma's defeated body...but no one around him rushed to their classmate's aid. They knew what went down, so they knew Monoma deserved it. But the people watching sure didn't. So when (Y/n)'s hearing finally did return, the first thing he heard was a wave of powerful boos that came from the crowd. All of them were directed on (Y/n). It was funny, normally words just made him angry at best these days. 

Either that, or he'd ignore them. But the feeling of seeing so many people turn on you suddenly, after earlier praising you, it...it was hard for (Y/n) to take in. It broke him in a way. And it was something Bakugo was given front row seat of. All (Y/n) could do was drop his head to the ground and try to block out the noise. But he never could. The sound of boos and foul remarks still made themselves known even as Midnight and a few other teachers rushed on the field to momentarily stop the game and find out why (Y/n) had just done what he did. 

Midnight originally turned to (Y/n) asking why he did that. But he didn't respond. Instead, he stood still in place as the remarks from the crowd haunted his mind.

"That wasn't called for!"

"Why'd you do that!"

"It's a disgrace to the sports festival!"

"Someone stop him!"

"Is the other guy okay?!"

"This isn't acceptable!"

They all came in waves, taking (Y/n)'s mind away from the game. Which meant that all the nightmare clones he had previously created were now faded away. This left everyone else from Class 1-A to turn in the direction of (Y/n) to see Monoma lying on the ground and (Y/n) standing over him. But before they could contemplate what happened, their focus was soon taken away by the noise in the crowd. But out of all the remarks spoke, there was one amongst them all that broke (Y/n) the most.

"...You're nothing but a monster!"

...That was the one that broke (Y/n) the most. To the point, he dropped to his knees. The joy he held just a short while ago after being fueled with cheers from the crowd, the crowd that loved him and supported him, were now crushed to a million pieces with a single sentence. It goes to show that it doesn't matter how many good things you get told, all it takes was one bad thing to bring you crashing down. And crashed down was the best way to describe (Y/n)'s current state of mind.

It was as this all went down, that from the side, Shinso, the boy who originally channelled Class 1-A before the sports festival even started, stood a top his own team, which included Ojiro, and watched everything that just happened with a silent expression...

******

"...Alright, I have good news young man, it appears that...Young Midoriya? (Y/n)...Are you--"

(Y/n) was suddenly brought back to reality, his head immediately lifting to be greeted by the sight of a concerned All Might in his frail form. The pair could currently be seen in an empty changing room that was connected to the arena. After (Y/n) was sent from the field for violating the rules, he went here to cool his head off. 

All Might had followed him before leaving shortly after to get some news from Midnight and the rest of the officials. Now that he had returned, he was eager to share the news. But after seeing (Y/n), he decided to first check up on the young boy instead of rushing into everything else. And it was clear (Y/n) needed it.

All Might: "...Are you okay?"

(Y/n): "...I let my team down...I let Monoma get to me..." [Chuckles softly] "So I guess I'm as okay as I can be right now..." [Sighs] "Did my team get disqualified?"

All Might: "Well, actually, that's why I'm here! After a few witnesses came forward to explain that Monoma was the one to cause it all, by purposely aggravating you...Your team was able to continue and..." [Smiles Softly] "They managed to sneak pass and move into the finals with you included."

That was enough to bring back a spark of excitement from (Y/n), something that made All Might smile further.

(Y/n): "Really? They made it through? Even though I was sent off?"

All Might: "Correct..." [Chuckles softly] "You should have seen it, young Bakugo fought bravely to protect your Ten Million points headband. Even got a few stretches in the process. Unfortunately...It was stolen by Todoroki."

(Y/n): "Oh..."

All Might: "Thankfully, in the dying moments young Tokoyami managed to snatch a few extra headbands in the dying seconds to allow you all to move into the next around."

Again, (Y/n) was fueled with excitement. But it was soon washed away as a sigh escaped his lips.

(Y/n): "Still...I don't feel like I really deserve to move on. I mean, I broke the rules. I purposely made someone else fall off their horse, and I got sent from the field. I was disqualified."

All Might: "Which has been revoked. It was thanks to your teammates and the students from Class 1-B who spoke out on your behalf, how young Monoma spoke harshly against you with sore topics from your childhood that you have been given a second chance...and he has been disqualified in your place."

[Your POV]

Hearing that was rather pleasing, not as pleasing as me punching him across the face, but still pleasing. However, as much as I enjoyed that, and the fact others stood up for me, I could still feel this dark abyss inside me, holding me back from truly being happy. Not only do more people know about my secret. Something I didn't want out there. 

But what really kept me in the dumps were the vile words the crowd said to me. The looks of disappointment and anger on their faces as they turned against me...They didn't know what was going on...But they didn't care...It...It made me so angry! I just wanted to punch something to let it all out...But I didn't...I kept it in...Like I always did.

All Might: "You might also be pleased to know that the officials made sure to let the crowd know that your reaction was provoked and that you are not to blame." [Chuckles] "Midnight made sure the crowd agreed with such a statement. She even threatened to beat them if they didn't. It was quite amusing."

(Y/n): "...I'm sure it was..."

I had never been one that was good at hiding my emotions around people I cared about. So much so that even though I smiled, the simple fact I avoided eye contact with All Might was enough to alert him that I wasn't myself.

All Might: "...So...What exactly did Monoma say to you to make that outcome happen? N-Not that you have to tell me! You don't! I was simply wondering that perhaps it would be best if you talked about it! But if it's personal and you don't I completely--"

(Y/n): [Chuckles] "It's fine, All Might. I...He...He brought up my brother."

All Might: "...Oh..."

(Y/n): "Apparently Kaito told the whole thing to everyone in Class 1-B, so now they, including Kirishima and Tokoyami, know about how I let my brother die."

All Might: "(Y/n), you didn't--"

(Y/n): "Please, All Might, it's fine...I..I've come to accept a lot of things. So you saying it wasn't my fault isn't going to work."

All Might: "Oh...Okay then."

A moment of silence filled the changing room before I sighed, got to my feet, and offered my mentor a half-hearted smile.

(Y/n): "Anyway, I best start getting ready. I mean, I moved onto the next game after all, right? Don't want to keep them waiting..."

All Might: [Smiles] "Yes! Well...Remember what I said! Even with all this chaos, you still have the opportunity to show everyone that you are--"

(Y/n): "...No."

All Might: "Huh?"

(Y/n): "...No...I...I'm not interested in showing people I'm here anymore."

I could tell that sentence had an effect on All Might. Such was obvious when I lifted my gaze to showcase the serious expression that rested there.

(Y/n): "...Take a look out there, All Might. Those people were cheering me one minute, and the next they were calling me a monster."

All Might: "Yes, but you're not--"

(Y/n): "I know...But still. They swapped and changed in the blink of an eye. Sure, at first, I loved seeing them cheer me on. I felt like a real hero for once. But when they turned on me...I remembered...I didn't come to this school to be cheered. I didn't care about the crowd. I came here so I could keep my promise to Izuku. And I'm going to do that."

All Might: "...(Y/n)..."

(Y/n): [Sighs] "So...I'm sorry, All Might. But I'm not doing this for other people. I'm not here for the crowd. For the teachers. Heck...I'm not doing this for you. I'm doing this for my brother, the one I failed. So if you want me to show someone that I'm here...Well, don't worry about that. Because the only people I'm going to show that I'm here...Are the villains watching at home."

That was the final thing I said before turning around and leaving the changing room, as I did, All Might was left in silence. Though, little did I know how ironic the last sentence was. Because, unbeknownst to me, Shigiraki, the man who attacked USJ, was watching this all. He saw me turn against another student. But even though I didn't know any of this. I still meant my words. And those words were going to be the thing that drove me forward through the rest of this sports festival...

Once I left All Might, I began to silently wander through the halls until I eventually found my way to the gathering room where I left my things earlier. I had hoped it'd be empty, so I could quickly be in and out without any questions. But, of course, when I opened the door, everyone from my class was looking my way. A few moments of silence filled the air before I reluctantly walked in and headed for my locker. As I did, it wasn't long before voices of my classmates spoke out.

Uraraka: "(Y/n), are you alright?"

Yaoyorozu: "We heard about the fight. Is everything okay?"

Hagakure: "If you need to talk to anyone, I'm here."

Sero: "You okay, dude?"

Sato: "Want me to bake you a cake?"

Kaminari: "Want me to charge your phone?"

Mineta: "Let me at 'em! Let me at 'em! I'll take care of the guy who was mean to you (Y/n)...Well, if he wasn't already hurt I would. So I'll leave it at that."

I couldn't help but smile slightly at that last one, but I kept it inside so no one saw. Eventually, my eyes got the better of me, causing them to lift and glance to the left side of the room, where others stood.

Koda: "I hope you're okay."

Ashido: "You were really great out there still!"

Tsuyu: "If you need me to hug, (Y/n), I shall allow it."

Aoyama: "I hope you sparkle all the way now."

There were a few others who didn't say a word, like Bakugo. He just looked at me and nodded. As if a signal to confirm that no one in this room besides three people knew about what exactly Monoma said. Kirishima and Tokoyami could only look at me with soft smiles, clearly, they didn't know what to say. The final person was Iida. I think he didn't know what to say after he decided to be on Todoroki's team instead of my own. In the end, I didn't mind him not saying anything. But I didn't blame him for choosing a different team. 

Even so, I still said nothing as I grabbed my stuff and went to leave. I needed to focus up now. My desire to win this whole thing was now on a level unlike any other. It was as I left without a single word that everyone dropped their heads in defeat. A few went to follow after, but they were blocked off by Bakugo who stood in front of the door with his arms crossed. As for me, I continued to silently walk through the halls. I decided to do just some walking for now and listen to some music. It was as I was in the process of placing in my earphones that a familiar voice called out.

"Hey...Midoriya."

I simply turned in the direction my name was called and watched in silence as the person approached me.

******

Thirty minutes later and the time had finally come for all participants that made it onto the next, and final round, to step forward and return to the field where Midnight would explain what was going down next. Looking around I saw that plenty of people that didn't make it to this round. Familiar faces from my class, and a few I remember from Class 1-B. Either way, I didn't focus on them. Simply on myself. 

I kept my head low and my mouth shut as one by one we all exited the tunnel and stepped out onto the field. With each person a wave of cheers erupted from the crowd, but when it was my turn to step out, everyone went silent. But it wasn't out of anger, like before. Instead, they were nervous. From the few people I could see close up as I walked out, they were nervous to cheer, knowing their words from before were never needed. There was a few who tried to let me know that.

"Hey...Kid! We're sorry for what we said."

"We didn't know!"

"Forgive us, kay?"

"Surely, you can!"

"We're sorry!"

The looks of regret that stained their faces...It was pitiful. They wanted my forgiveness, but I didn't want their cheers. I didn't need them. I went my whole life without cheers. So I can continue going forward with them. So I didn't respond to the remarks. Heck, I didn't even look at them from that point on. That seemed to be an answer enough. Everyone was left to simply turn to each other. Meanwhile for me, I kept my eyes focused forward. My time to get the job done had finally arrived. Even so, there was still something stuck on my mind. And it was the words spoken to me not long ago...

--30 Minutes Earlier--

My eyes remained opened, glued to the person before me. We stood with our backs rested against the opposite walls of the entrance to the gathering areas. To our left, two walkways that led to both gathering rooms. To our right, the bright sun and one of the many courtyards that accessed the arena. But my mind wasn't focused on any of them. Instead, I simply kept my gaze on the person who called my name...Todoroki...And the next words he spoke to me.

Todoroki: "...I'm going to beat you."

[And there we go, another chapter done! How do we feel with this one? Really had a lot packed into this. Decided to not go over board with the cavalry battle as, if I did the full thing properly, it'd take up two chapters, and I didn't want to do that. Plus, I feel this chapter also progressed the character in the perfect direction for the big showdowns that come with the one-on-one battles within the sports festival. So be prepared for a lot of cool fight scenes and other emotional points that are coming your way! In saying that, if you did enjoy, feel free to vote and comment, as those do help out a lot. And I'll be sure to see you all again next week for another chapter of ANTI-HERO~]