The battle trial ended, and Ron's name was on everyone's lips.
Inside the observation room, the teachers and a few select Pro Heroes had watched every second. They were quiet, but their expressions said enough—shock, curiosity, and a hint of fear.
All Might stood with arms folded, watching the replay of Ron using Blackwhip, Explosion, and One For All effortlessly.
"He copied all of those," Aizawa said, voice calm but wary. "I've never seen anything like it."
Nezu sipped his tea thoughtfully. "Unlimited quirk storage, passive activation, and seamless switching… If what he says is true, he might be more dangerous than even All For One."
All Might narrowed his eyes. "Or more important to protect."
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🏫 Back in the 1-A Classroom
As the students returned from training, the atmosphere was different. Ron wasn't just another strong student—he was something else.
Mina leaned toward Kirishima. "So… he can copy all our quirks?"
"Apparently," Kirishima said. "That's hardcore."
Bakugo slammed his desk. "Tch. He's nothing but a fraud. He's just using our power!"
Ron, sitting nearby, leaned back with a smirk. "Yet I still beat you, didn't I?"
Bakugo's palm sparked, but Aizawa entered the room before anything escalated.
"Quiet down. You all did well today… but some of you need to learn restraint."
His eyes landed on Bakugo—then flicked toward Ron.
"Ron, stay after class. The principal wants to speak with you."
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🧠 Principal's Office – Later
Ron stood across from Principal Nezu, who typed something into a tablet.
"You've made quite the impression," Nezu said, smiling. "Your quirk—or should I say, your system—is unlike anything we've seen. Even All For One doesn't operate this efficiently."
Ron nodded. "I'm not a villain. I just use what I'm given."
"That's what we're here to find out," Nezu said, eyes sharp now. "You're a wildcard, Ron. Too powerful, too fast. If you ever lose control…"
Ron's expression didn't change. "Then you'd better hope I never do."
Nezu smiled again—though this time, it didn't quite reach his eyes.
"We'll be watching. Always."
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🌒 Elsewhere – A Dark Room
In a hidden base, Kurogiri knelt before a monitor.
Shigaraki's voice crackled from the screen. "This new kid… Ron. He's not normal."
Another deeper voice spoke next.
All For One.
"Find him. Observe him. And if he becomes a threat…"
A wicked smile stretched across the screen.
"…we take him—or break him."
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