BNHA: Accelerator The Strongest Hero

The protectors of the other world (professional heroes and the police) were able to restore some of the order and morale that had been greatly shaken by the repeated attacks of the [League of Villains] through the epic battle in Kamino Ward.

However, in that battle alone, the entire Kamino Ward was reduced to ruins.

Despite predictions from media experts of heavy casualties, no such losses occurred. At the same time, the viewpoint previously raised by Endeavor, the No. 2 Flame Hero, during the [Miracle] incident (claiming the credit for the miracle belonged to Accelerator) once again became a media hot topic.

This time, thanks to the persistence of on-site reporters, Accelerator's battle and actions became known to the world. In just a few days, his follower count on the social media platform managed by Shokuhou Misaki began to rapidly approach that of All Might, with a truly astonishing growth rate.

If someone's current role wasn't as a volunteer hero at U.A. but as a professional hero, there's a high chance they would be more popular than their sharp-minded mentor, Endeavor.

On another note, the police found Midoriya Izuku, who had been taken from U.A., deeper inside the former [Nomu Factory]. Like a ragdoll, he was in a dazed state. 

Most of the public also understood U.A. High's stance and actions leading up to the battle in Kamino Ward. Due to the overwhelming power AFO displayed, U.A.'s professional heroes finally decided to significantly upgrade security, which meant implementing a full dormitory system. 

Aside from Accelerator, most students and their parents agreed to sign the agreement.

As for Endeavor, who couldn't make it in time for the Kamino fight, his frustration had been building up, and he finally vented it all at the council meeting. After all, during the [Miracle] event, the situation was so unexpected that even some in Endeavor's own faction opposed or wanted to give up. Not to mention those already against hardline policies or supporting more neutral approaches.

As curious and excited eyes watched, Endeavor let out all his frustration in one go, feeling refreshed. Even his posture seemed to change as he walked alongside Hawks, the second-in-command of the hardline faction. They had just walked out of the council building.

Hawks glanced at the clock on his suit and, estimating it was almost lunchtime, asked,

"Endeavor, is there anything you'd like to eat?"

"You've been wearing that heavy hero suit all day, and you've been at it since 7 a.m. You must be hungry by now."

"I suggest a BBQ place I recently tried. It'd be perfect to reward everyone's hard work."

Endeavor thought about today's schedule and the time. By now, Ruiko and Accelerator would have finished their meal at the apartment, and if he went home, he'd probably have to cook himself.

After a few seconds of silence, he surprisingly accepted Hawks' offer.

At that moment, a small dog broke free from its owner's leash, chasing after freedom, and ran straight into the road where a large truck, unable to stop in time, was heading toward it. Hawks, rubbing his chin thoughtfully, used his Quirk [Steel Feathers] to save the dog.

Amid the background shouts of "Thank goodness... Shuwaze (the pet's name)~~ oh my gosh," Hawks, full of enthusiasm, continued to suggest,

"Or we could go for hotpot? Yeah, that hotpot place Beast Jeanist took me to was amazing. The shrimp paste and tripe in that Chinese hotpot are just addictive."

"Of course, I personally still prefer BBQ."

As Hawks said this, he also helped an elderly lady, clearly struggling to move, cross the street safely with his [Steel Feathers].

Seeing these two top-tier professional heroes, who had played major roles in the Sky King and Kamino battles, acting so casually in public naturally stirred excitement among the people.

"Isn't that Hawks and Endeavor?!"

"Hawks, my son really likes you! Could I get your autograph?"

Hawks smoothly handled the enthusiastic crowd.

When comparing the number of fans, it was clear Hawks completely outshined Endeavor.

Among the fans in the crowd, most people quietly mumbled about a certain guardian figure.

"...It's Endeavor!"

"He seems... just as hard to approach as on TV. I'm not sure if it's because he's too intimidating or just too serious."

However, Endeavor noticed a group of three boys, about the same age as Todoroki and his friends, nervously chatting not far from him.

"Go ask for an autograph!"

A shark-faced boy, clearly not an Endeavor fan and from a different group, pointed to himself and suggested to the boy in the middle.

"NO! NO!"

The white-haired boy with spiky hair in the middle quickly shook his head in response.

The boy on the far left, wearing a baseball cap, asked his friend in confusion.

"Didn't you say you liked him?"

The white-haired boy hurried to correct himself.

"I do like him! But not in that way!"

Thinking of the advice from Accelerator, Todoroki, and his family, Endeavor turned his gaze to the three boys.

The three teenagers suddenly looked panicked.

"Whoa! He's coming this way!"

The white-haired boy became even more flustered, acting extremely nervous.

"Eh, eh? No way! This can't be real! Oh no, oh no, oh no! Accelerator's new combat style was really cool!"

Endeavor, acting naturally, extended his hand and said,

"Don't worry about it."

It seemed like he was offering to sign an autograph for the boy.

The fan froze for a moment and muttered to himself.

"No, that's not it."

Endeavor was a bit confused.

"It's not?"

Then, the white-haired boy, trembling, slowly extended his hand, looking like he was on the verge of tears, struggling to say,

"Endeavor doesn't cater to fans... that's what's cool about him...!"

He even grabbed his shaking hand with his other hand to stop it from reaching out to Endeavor.

His friend suddenly realized and said,

"So you're a die-hard fan..."

Reaching his emotional limit, the white-haired fan clutched his head, shouting nervously,

"Endeavor, you've changed! You've changed!"

With Endeavor watching in silence, the boy gradually ran off.

Hawks, who had witnessed the whole thing, burst into laughter.

"Hahaha, this is so like you."

"What's the matter? Seeing your student making so much progress, you want to set a better example yourself?"

Realizing he may have said too much, Hawks quickly added,

"Ah, well, I guess I shouldn't say 'student' anymore."

"Considering everything that's happened, the council and the Hero Association will probably break the rules and give him a pro hero license, and he might even be ranked in the top three of the combat rankings. As for the overall rankings, that's harder to say."

"That's funny. It would be interesting if your turn came after him." 

Endeavor said nothing in reply.

"Hawks, you really talk a lot. That guy at home definitely has more right to be here than I do; he should know that." 

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