Chapter 45: Candy

Kazumi woke up earlier than she usually did. It was all for one thing. She came out of the store with a bag of lollipops. She needed these in order to stimulate her brain.

"Sweet."

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"Okay, that's it for the class." Aizawa said. "There's only one week left before the exam, you all are studying properly right?"

"Of course!" Ida replied.

"Also, it's not just going to be a written exam, it's also a practical component. So make sure to get enough sleep and take care of yourselves. That's all." Aizawa added.

Right as Aizawa left, the entire class let their impulsive thoughts take over. The once silent class was now filled with chaos.

"I haven't studied at all!"

"I'm going to fail!"

"I NEED TO START STUDYING!"

Kazumi couldn't help but laugh at her classmate's antics. Studying was never a problem for her. She had perfect memory and never failed any tests before. Therefore, she was confident she could pass.

"This feels nostalgic." Kazumi muttered as a smile formed on her face.

"What about you, Kazumi? Have you studied?"

Kazumi turned to the voice that had asked her the question. Surprisingly, it was Uraraka that had asked.

"I haven't." Kazumi said. This made the entire class feel better since their strongest classmate wasn't studying either. "But that's okay, I'm going to pass with ease anyway."

The whole class's shoulders slumped hearing this. They weren't like Kazumi who was proficient in both athleticism and intelligence. They needed to study.

"I envy you, so smart." Uraraka mumbled as she sat down dejectedly. "You were also first place in the midterm exam…"

"Haha, don't worry. You're going to be fine. Though, it's a bit unlucky." Kazumi said.

"What do you mean?" Uraraka asked with her head tilted in confusion.

"I mean, we had internships, and the sports festival stuff to deal with. And to have an exam after that, I think it's just an unfortunate series of events." Kazumi said as she popped the lollipop back in her mouth.

"That's true, we didn't have any time to study at all." Tokoyami said.

"That's just an excuse." Todoraki interrupted. "If you all had just focused in class, you guys wouldn't be struggling."

"Don't say any more! My heart hurts listening to you guys!" Kaminari exclaimed as he placed his hand over his heart.

"Calm down, I may be able to help you guys with some of the class lectures." Momo said.

"Yao-momo!"

"Our savior!"

"Thank you so much! You aren't ranked third for no reason, the ultimate genius!"

Suddenly, Momo had dark clouds above her head as she stared into the distance with a blank expression.

"Though I can't help with the practical component at all."

"If you guys don't mind, can I join too? I'm not very good with quadratic functions!" Jiro said.

"Me too!"

"Me three!"

Soon enough, there were even more people wanting to get help from Momo.

"You guys!" Ida exclaimed. "Aren't you forgetting the person who ranked first place on the midterm exam? The person who is the best in athleticism and intelligence."

Kazumi glanced towards their direction and noticed all of their eyes were on her. She took out the lollipop in her mouth.

"You want me to help you guys?" Kazumi asked with a 'are you serious' face.

"Yes, with your help, I believe we can achieve even higher than we did before." Ida stated.

"Ehhh? There's Momo, there's no need for you guys to ask me." Kazumi said.

"I'm good with the written exams and other stuff." Momo said, "But as for the practical components, you excel in that. You're also better than me in both subjects."

"Praise isn't getting you guys anyway." Kazumi said as she leaned back in her seat, "I'm too lazy to help."

The class seemed to have dark clouds surrounding the area.

"What if I offer you something?" Momo asked. This caught Kazumi's attention as well as their classmates.

"Hmm? What are you willing to offer?" Kazumi asked.

"I will make you lunch!" Momo exclaimed with a blushing face.

The whole class turned quiet.

"Lunch…there's no need for that." Kazumi said.

Momo dropped down to her seat dreadfully.

"Haha, instead, why don't you give me a lollipop everyday? I like sweets better." Kazumi said.

Momo's smile turned wider, "Okay! I'll get you a lollipop everyday! Any flavor will do right?!"

"Yep. If you can do that, then I'm willing to help you guys out." Kazumi said.

"HOORAY!"

"WOOO!"

Kazumi heard a giggle from Misery.

"What are you laughing at?"

"I never expected you to suggest that. I guess you're still a kid at heart, eating as much sweets as you can." Misery said.

"Uh huh, where were you anyway? Don't you have something to do?" Kazumi asked.

"Ah, that's right." Misery said as she pointed the gun to herself. "Then, I'll see you later."

*Click*

Kazumi watched as Misery disappeared from her sight. Though she was her best friend, it felt like Misery was more eccentric than her. Misery decided to help with hero stuff rather than attending class since it was too boring for her.

Though Kazumi didn't have a problem with that. She enjoyed being in school anyway, things were fun, and entertaining.

"Okay! There will be a study session at my residence! I'm going to tell my father to open up the hall and bring out the best tea in the world!" Momo said before rambling on.

This caused the whole class to realize how differently they grew up. Momo's family was rich, too rich. Not that Kazumi cared, she had enough money to spend on whatever she wanted.

Soon enough, it was lunch time. Kazumi did not know how Momo did it, but she somehow got her a lollipop that was bubblegum flavor.

"How did you…"

"I called one of my dad's assistants to get me it. Thankfully he made it on time."

"I see."

Kazumi also realized how different her life was from Momo's. To have assistants who could get you things at any time…too much money.

Suddenly, a blonde haired person purposely bumped into her shoulder causing her to drop her lollipop.

"Oh, sorry."