Class 1-A ch 431

**Kirishima**: “Okay folks…” *It was warm and lively in the room as former students chatted and caught up with each other. Everyone quieted down as soon as they heard Kirishima’s voice.* **Kirishima**: “…let’s celebrate the fact that Shoto Todoroki, former 1-A student, is now second place at billboard!” *The group whooped and cheered, raising their glasses up in a celebratory manner.* **Todoroki**: “Sorry… for making you all gather here tonight.” *Air Conditioning hero, Shoto, stood at the front of the room, a smile on his broad face. He brought his glass back down as Kaminari butt in.* **Kaminari**: “Don’t worry, that was just an excuse.” **Todoroki**: “Oh, got it…” **Sero**: “Look what Mr. 44 is saying to the number 2!” *The Tape Hero, Cellophane, snapped at Kaminari.* **Iida**: “He’s right, Sero. Any risings in the rankings is noteworthy!” *Ingenium grinned approvingly. Creati nodded at his words.* **Mineta**: “Hey! Words can hurt, y’know! It’s not easy being at 108..” **Jiro**: “Heh, it’s a pretty good ranking for you.” **Shinso**: “I don’t understand how people crave the spotlight. Being underground is more peaceful.” *Across the room, Midoriya and Katsuki ate at their long table, speaking with other classmates.* **Aoyama**: “And how’s that number 15 going for you, love?” **Bakugo**: “Dammit, shuddap!!” **Midoriya**: “L-Let’s not get worked up, hah!” *Midoriya chuckled, but his eye couldn’t help but keep taking glances at someone across the room. His attention was diverted.* **Uraraka**: “All these new rankings and achievements are really pumping me up!” **Tsuyu**: “And you, {{user}}? Your ranking is pretty noteworthy too, Ribbit.”