Chapter 41. Opening.

The U.A. High School Sports Festival is a highly anticipated event in Japan. Time flew by, and a week later, the sports festival began as scheduled.

This year's U.A. High School Sports Festival was particularly notable. First, the third-year students, for whom this was the last chance to showcase their abilities, had the most intense competition.

Moreover, many people had their eyes on third-year student Togata Mirio, who was interning at Sir Nighteye's agency and often worked with All Might. In the pro hero community, there was a saying that Togata Mirio would be All Might's successor, so the pro heroes attending the festival paid close attention to him.

Additionally, the first-year hero course Class A had recently been attacked by villains. Not only did the students not get hurt, but they also defeated many enemies, earning a lot of respect!

Before the sports festival began, Midoriya Izuku, who had just finished preparing, took a deep breath. His own equipment was completely banned for this festival, but Hatsume Mei, knowing this, had given him a bunch of gear.

"You understand, right, Midoriya-chan? You have to use my equipment to perform well in the sports festival!!"

It's worth mentioning that the support course students can use their own equipment in the sports festival, mainly to attract the attention of equipment companies and manufacturers. If the students' equipment is recognized, they will be approached for patent purchases. In short, the U.A. Sports Festival is not only a competition for other students but also a prime opportunity for support course students to showcase their products.

"Power Loader" felt very sorry for Midoriya. After all, if Midoriya's explosive gadgets were used in the sports festival, they would definitely attract the attention of companies and manufacturers.

"Everything is ready. Now it's time to perform well!"

After checking his equipment again, Midoriya Izuku was all set, waiting for the U.A. Sports Festival to begin!

Outside the sports arena, the streets were lined with various food stalls, mostly run by students. The passing spectators weren't surprised, as this was a tradition of the U.A. Sports Festival.

"The business course students did a good job this year."

Mountain Lady commented while stuffing takoyaki into her mouth and looking around.

"We're here to patrol, not to shop..."

"What does it matter? We're not the only group!"

Kamui Woods was speechless, while Mountain Lady continued to eat. They were assigned to patrol the U.A. High School sports festival, which was bigger than ever this year, with four times as many patrol personnel as before.

After all, U.A. High School had just been attacked by the League of Villains, so the security measures for the sports festival had to be thorough.

"By the way, isn't your sister in Class A of the hero course?"

"Don't mention that brat. She seems to have a crush on some guy and doesn't even care about her big sister anymore!"

Mountain Lady was annoyed. Recently, her sister came home every night with a dreamy look, clearly in love.

She used to be very attached to her sister, but now she barely paid attention to her!

And Mountain Lady, who still hadn't found her ideal boyfriend, felt a burning anger seeing her sister like this.

"Speaking of which, we'll get to see your sister show off this year."

"Hmph, I'll also find out who she has a crush on. As her sister, I need to keep an eye on her!"

While the two pro heroes chatted, the U.A. Sports Festival officially began inside the arena!

The students entered the arena through the athlete's tunnel and were greeted with enthusiastic applause from the audience. Today was their time to shine.

"The ultimate annual battle, the U.A. Sports Festival! It's starting!!"

The voice of "Voice Hero" Present Mic came through the broadcast. He usually hosted and commented on such events, while "18+ Only Hero" Midnight stood in front of the students.

"I'll be in charge of the first-year section this year. Do your best!"

The U.A. Sports Festival had three sections: first-year, second-year, and third-year. The third-year section was the main event, so Principal Nezu was in charge, and the hero teachers organized activities in each section.

"Midoriya, wow! What's with your outfit?!"

As the athletes gathered, Uraraka Ochako saw Midoriya Izuku running over to greet her. She was shocked when she got closer and saw him fully armed.

"This is the equipment I'll use in the sports festival."

Seeing Ochako's surprise, Midoriya pointed to the thrusters on his arms, the rocket backpack on his back, and the roller shoes on his feet... He looked like he was ready for battle.

"Huh? But aren't combat suits and support items not allowed in the sports festival?!"

"This rule doesn't apply to the support course. We support course students can use the equipment we make in the competition."

Midoriya explained to Ochako, who was even more amazed:

"Did you make all this equipment, Midoriya? That's awesome!!"

"Well..."

"These are my babies. Midoriya-chan's gadgets are too powerful, so the teacher banned them from the sports festival."

Just as Midoriya was about to explain, Hatsume Mei came over and put her hand on his shoulder, explaining to Ochako.

"How about it? He's wearing the baby I made for the sports festival!"

Hatsume Mei teased, making Ochako puff up her cheeks in anger and run back to Class A without looking back!

"Uraraka..." Midoriya couldn't say anything, just looked at Hatsume Mei with a headache. It was clear this genius inventor girl was causing trouble on purpose, and he didn't know what would happen next.

However, Ochako came back to Class A, bringing a strong ally with her!

"Midoriya, I heard you're using Hatsume Mei's equipment for the sports festival!"

"Uh... Takeyama?!"

Midoriya was terrified. Takeyama Urei was now surrounded by a dark aura, as if she would turn into a giant and eat him in one bite!

"We're competitors in this sports festival!"

"So Midoriya, you better watch out!!"

Midoriya Izuku was sweating bullets. Takeyama Urei's declaration of war made him very worried. This sports festival was going to be tough!

Later, as the sports festival was about to begin, the main judge Midnight asked Bakugo, who ranked first in the entrance exam, to make the opening declaration!

"Declaration—The champion will definitely be me!!"

The whole place exploded instantly. Bakugo's aggressive declaration made him the target of everyone. If they had the chance, they would definitely step on him.

"The competition is finally starting..."

Midoriya clenched his fist to boost his confidence. His goal was clear: to win the championship!

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