I, without any personality, become a hero!

Bakugo Katsu charged straight at rider Midoriya Izuku, but Shinso Hitoshi responded to the hot-tempered rider and successfully stopped him.

"What the hell is this?!"

"You don't actually think we don't have air defense measures, do you?"

Bakugo Katsuki's original plan was to bypass the others below him and fly directly to a higher position to grab Izuku Midoriya's score bandana. However, his plan was immediately thwarted when his foot was caught and immobilized by a mechanical grappling hook.

"I've joined the support department, so please give me some face."

With a helpless tone, Shinso held a gun in his hand. Shinso, whose academic knowledge was still limited, could only make these simple things for the time being. It was a grappling hook gun that could launch mechanical claws to capture enemies and fix their displacement. Its function was simple but surprisingly useful.

After Bakugo Katsuki's foot was caught, Shinso Hito pulled hard. In his "Kamen Rider Faiz" form, his strength easily flung the man downwards. This was because the horseback riding battle did not allow malicious attacks on others; only methods of knocking opponents out of range were permitted.

"Those guys from the Hero Division are really tough to deal with."

"Um... I have some bad news for you..."

Before Shinso could finish his rant, Akira Hata, with a cool expression, pointed to the jetpack on her back and said:

"When that student was thrown down by Xincao just now, his hand touched someone's precious thing, and it seems to be malfunctioning now."

"They really shouldn't be underestimated..."

Rubbing his forehead, Izuku Midoriya understood that Katsuki Bakugo and Shoto Todoroki were now working together against him, and that if he was even slightly careless, they might actually succeed.

"Let's go down. Uraraka's 'personality' can't support us floating indefinitely."

Before the jetpacks completely shut down, Midoriya's team had to return to the ground. Most teams were busy fighting for points and advancing, and had no time to pay attention to others. However, two teams were charging towards Midoriya Izuku with predatory eyes.

"Finally down, you bastard Deku!"

"Bakugo, well done."

Because both Bakugo and Todoroki's teams were determined to defeat a powerful enemy, they targeted Midoriya's team as their primary objective. Ultimately, they brought down the seemingly invincible Midoriya Izuku, and their opportunity arrived.

"Shinko, I'm sorry... I've troubled you."

"No problem, it's perfect for this situation."

The instantaneous exchange between Izuku Midoriya and Shinso Hitoshi directly determined who would win the horse riding battle.

"Hey! You two, you're really upset because you're not as good as someone who's 'unique,' right?"

"You scoundrel with those triangular eyes, what did you say?!"

"What do you mean?!"

Shinso's opening remarks were full of sarcasm, prompting Bakugo Katsuki and Todoroki Shoto to chime in. In the instant the three squads passed each other, their teammates were astonished to find... why didn't Bakugo and Todoroki react?

He didn't seize the opportunity to grab the score-scoring headband just now, and now he's standing there motionless like a puppet, not even saying a word!

"Sorry, you don't have a chance."

"Time's up, the match is over!"

Midoriya Izuku's final words of apology were followed by the referee's announcement at midnight, signifying the end of the horse-riding battle. Midoriya Izuku had been keeping a close eye on the time.

Fifteen minutes isn't a long time, but it's not short either. After Bakugo Katsumi and Todoroki Shoto missed their only chance, the match ended.

First place, Midoriya Team... an overwhelming victory.

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"How dare he... that scoundrel with the slanted, triangular eyes, has such a disgusting 'personality'!"

"There's nothing I can do... This ability is too terrifying. Even I was hit the moment I saw it."

After the second equestrian competition, it was lunchtime for the students. If they didn't replenish their energy and nutrition, they wouldn't have the strength to participate in the most important final in the afternoon.

At the end of the horseback battle, Shinso revealed his "brainwashing" personality directly, and Bakugo Katsuki and Todoroki Shoto were instantly and unsurprisingly caught off guard. The ability to brainwash people just by getting them to talk is terrifying from the first encounter, and it is hard for anyone to defend against it.

After witnessing Shinso Hitoshi's Quirk, the audience erupted in cheers and discussions. Although the Quirk of "brainwashing" sounds evil, having this Quirk is a popular selling point for someone who wants to become a hero. In today's society, there are all sorts of professional heroes, and sometimes heroes with the Quirk of "brainwashing" might be particularly popular.

In short, the two who suffered a great loss in the second horseback battle now firmly remember how terrifying Shinso Hitoshi's "personality" is, and they would never speak to him again if they encountered him in the third battle.

"Tōdō-kun and Baku-chan, you two seem to get along quite well?"

"You bastard, what did you say?!"

After witnessing their teamwork during the mounted battle and sharing a table in the cafeteria at lunchtime, Izuku Midoriya, who was passing by with his lunch, casually remarked something. As a result, Katsutoshi Bakugo immediately slammed his fist on the table and stood up, looking ready to fight. Todoroki Shoto, on the other hand, remained silent and continued eating his meal, not wanting to waste any more energy.

"I'll go ahead now, you guys take your time eating."

Not having the energy to argue with Bakugo Katsuyoshi, Midoriya Izuku simply grabbed his lunch and left, as he had an even more important final match to deal with that afternoon.

"Little Green Valley, here, here!"

Famei was waving to the side, it seemed that the three of them had already found a spot... The reason there were three people was because Uraraka Ochako had joined the three-person team. They were classmates, and at least they had teamed up together in the morning.

Midoriya and the others found a table in the cafeteria to eat lunch. Mainly because there was no need to go back to the support department's office today for the U.A. Sports Festival. Everything that needed to be prepared was ready, and now they could just watch the finals in the afternoon.

After lunch, there was still a long time before the afternoon finals of the U.A. Sports Meet began. Students could choose to participate in activities freely or rest to conserve their energy; it was all up to the athletes.

Furthermore, the girls in Class A seemed to have been tricked by Iroha and Kaminari, as they all ran to the venue in cheerleading outfits, which drew loud cheers from the audience, who also wished they could kill the two of them.

"Let's go see All Might..."

Since there was still some time before the afternoon finals, Izuku Midoriya didn't have anything particularly important to do. Recalling how the No. 1 Hero had been running around for the League of Villains recently, Midoriya still wanted to see if he could get some information from All Might... about Akaya-sensei.

On the way to All Might's office, Izuku Midoriya was met by a man. This man, whose physique was comparable to All Might's, was none other than Endeavor, the No. 2 "Flame Hero," whose body was engulfed in inextinguishable flames, a symbol of his immense power.

"Hello, Andreas!"

While Izuku Midoriya didn't idolize the No. 2 hero like All Might, he still held him in high esteem as a hero enthusiast. When Izuku bowed and greeted him, the No. 2 hero clearly recognized the student.

"A 'Quirkless' brat favored by All Might? I remember your name is... Izuku Midoriya."

"Ah... well, being valued by All Might is my greatest fortune!"

At this moment, Izuku Midoriya didn't know what to say, so he could only say some polite words. It seemed that this Endeavor was Todoroki's father... This was something that Kaion Akaya had casually mentioned, right after he finished his battle with Todoroki Shoto and Bakugo Katsuki.

"Hmph! All Might is getting more and more useless, actually valuing someone who has no Quirk."

He spoke those words in an arrogant tone, and Endeavor left without giving them a pleasant look. Though he said that, who knew what he was really thinking?

"It seems that Endeavor and Allmight don't get along very well?"

Scratching his head, Izuku Midoriya didn't dwell on his frustration and continued on his way to All Might's office. He also knew about the poor relationship between Endeavor and All Might from Akaya Kaion's vivid and sarcastic analogy.

Upon knocking and entering the office, All Might, seeing that it was Izuku Midoriya, immediately deactivated his hero form and reverted to his frail, true form.

"Although the injuries have been fully healed, maintaining hero form is still very tiring."

"Did Endeavor come looking for All Might earlier? Did he need something? Did he have any information about the League of Villains...?"

"Although I would love to be, Endeavor had something else to discuss with me earlier."

"Ah... I'm sorry..."

Seeing Izuku Midoriya's somewhat dejected expression, All Might couldn't help but sigh and comfort the boy, saying:

"Don't worry too much. The League of Villains wants the Kamen Rider System, so they would never harm Akaya Kaiun, the developer."

"Hmm...but it's all my fault. If it weren't for that accident...I should have just run away."

Seeing Izuku Midoriya's remorseful and guilty expression, All Might said nothing. He simply transformed into his Hero Form and placed his hand on Izuku's head, rubbing it vigorously.

"Young man! You're wrong about that. If you run away, will you still be someone I, All Might, have chosen? Besides, isn't Akaya Kaiun's reason for choosing you the same as mine?!"

"I....."

This period was filled with pressure and pain. Izuku Midoriya had been feeling extremely guilty and remorseful for his unexpected encounter with the League of Villains. But now All Might had given him the most accurate answer: some things were destined from the very beginning.

"Young Midoriya, the you that Akaya Kaiun and I believe in is the you who will definitely become a hero!"

Chapter 31 U.A. High School: The Finals

Before the afternoon finals of the U.A. Sports Meet, there are many events that students can participate in at their own discretion. Students who were eliminated in the morning can also choose to participate according to their own preferences. It is also a good idea to have some entertainment and relaxation activities before the most exciting finals.

"Allmet, are you going to watch the final?"

"Of course, as a teacher at U.A. High School, how could I not show up at such an occasion?"

"Good luck, Midoriya!"

All Might rubbed Izuku Midoriya's hair with his right hand and encouraged his student, saying that if it weren't for the League of Villains, he might have already inherited his Quirk "One For All." But speaking of which... Mirio Togata, the successor trained by Nighteye, would also be very suitable.

After arriving at U.A. High School, All Might naturally met Mirio Togata, who can be described as a perfect successor in every way. However, due to the appearance of the League of Villains and All For One, All Might must maintain his Quirk and do his best to deal with the enemy.

"A one-on-one elimination tournament featuring 16 players from the four teams that made it to the finals!"

Time flies, and before we knew it, it was time for the U.A. Sports Games finals. At the head referee's midnight announcement, the enthusiasm of the audience was stirred to its peak, and cheers resounded throughout the stadium without stopping.

"Last year's final event was the inflatable soft sword competition. Although the format is different, the finals are always a one-on-one event every year."

Having a good grasp of the rules of the U.A. Sports Meet, Sero Hanta explained them clearly to the students who didn't quite understand. In addition, he and Bakugo Katsuki had already entered the finals as a member of the Unified Team.

"Next, the group assignments will be determined by drawing lots. Once your opponents are arranged, the finals will officially begin!"

The head referee, Midnight, holding the lottery box, addressed the students below the stage, saying that the opponent selection would be entirely based on luck through a lottery system, so that no one would complain about encountering a strong opponent later on. That way, if they encountered a strong enemy, they would just consider themselves unlucky.

"Excuse me! Just wanted to interrupt."

"I abstain."

"Hey?"

When Shinso Hitoshi suddenly raised his right hand to interrupt the referee Midnight and uttered some astonishing words, everyone present was stunned. Had he lost his mind?

Can you explain your reasoning?

"My 'brainwashing' quirk was exposed in the second match, so I basically had no chance of winning in the finals... Besides, I don't like using this quirk to win."

Having answered Midnight Teacher's question, Shinso Hitoshi turned his gaze to Midoriya Izuku and said without any hesitation:

"Midori has already proven himself with his deeds, so I want to try to be like him... Quirks don't determine everything, so don't worry about what other people think."

"So instead of letting me, with no chance of winning, go on stage, it's better to give the opportunity to other students. They should be able to deliver a more outstanding performance."

"I will come back to challenge the U.A. Sports Meet next year, and I will be fully prepared then."

The undeniable reason is that Shinso's "brainwashing" trait's activation conditions are easily analyzed, and after being exposed in the second horseback battle, it's impossible for anyone else to fall for it. As for Kamen Rider Faiz's belt...

After the second match, the head referee added a rule at midnight, prohibiting the lending of one's equipment to others, lest Izuku Midoriya lend out a belt and directly win the final match, making the game unplayable.

Xin Cao decisively abstained from the competition. He was still too young to have any equipment that could directly increase his combat power. After exposing his "brainwashing" personality, going on stage would basically mean getting beaten up. His rationality led him to make the most appropriate choice, which would allow him to avoid going on stage and being embarrassed, while also showing off and gaining favor with others. The plan worked perfectly.

"Really... then I'll have no choice but to agree."

In the dead of night, with teachers at U.A. High School rubbing their foreheads in frustration, the sports meet was a crucial event for the teachers. After all, with so many spectators and people across the country watching on television, no one wanted to see a boring performance. It would be more appropriate to replace Shinso, who had no chance of winning, with other athletes.

"I agree to Xincao's withdrawal. The vacancy will be filled by someone from the fifth-ranked team. You can decide who will be chosen."

The fifth-ranked student was from Class B. In the end, under the arrangement of their class monitor, Kenteng Ichika, Tetsuya Tetsuya took the place.

After all the competitors were ready, the final rounds of the U.A. Sports Meet officially began.

"Huh? Is the first match with Hatsume Akira? She gave all her equipment to Iida-kun. Wasn't it supposed to be that equipment is not allowed to be lent out?!"

When Midoriya Izuku arrived at the stands, he was surprised to see two people on the ring: Akira Hatsume, who was wearing display gear, and Tenya Iida, who was fully armed and looked like a robot.

"Midnight Teacher mainly prohibits FAIZ's belt. Secondly, lending equipment to opponents is not considered a violation, but it is not allowed to lend it to other participants in the competition."

Shinso Hitoshi added that he was physically weak and a new apprentice in the support department. At this stage, his only usable "brainwashing" technique had been exposed, and his direct combat power was not even as strong as a goose. So, it was only reasonable and wise for him to be an audience member. Not everyone likes to go on stage and get humiliated.

"Midori, this is your third match, right? Who's your opponent?"

"Katsuki Bakugo..."

"..."

Helpless Izuku Midoriya, speechless Kokoro Shinso, the fate of this random draw was so precise. It could be said that the recent grudges would be settled in the arena. It was quite a coincidence.

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"The U.A. Sports Meet, I never thought I'd be watching a competition like this."

"Hmm? The kid you valued, Chief, he's made it to the finals."

Inside the League of Villains' bar, Akaya Kaion and Shigaraki Tomura were sitting at the bar watching television. The program being broadcast live nationwide was the U.A. Sports Festival, just as Midoriya Izuku had predicted... such a grand event that even the enemy wouldn't miss it.

"Accelerated Form, it seems Izuku has already equipped FAIZ with his new form, and can even adjust the power limit to extend the duration."

"Later, let's try out the power of FAIZ's new form. Of course, I will also equip Kaixa with a new form."

"Understood, Chief."