The Arrival of a New Life

It had been a nerve-wracking two months for everyone, especially for Banari, who anxiously awaited the arrival of his child. He stood outside the operation room with a worried expression, his thoughts racing. *It's even harder to control my emotions now,* he thought.

Shoto, Deku, and Bakugo, knowing the magnitude of the moment for Banari, offered their support and comforted him with reassuring words and pats on the back.

Shoto: "She'll be fine, Banari. Kouko is strong."

Deku: "You've faced tougher challenges, my friend. You'll both make great parents."

Bakugo: "Yeah, don't be such a nervous wreck. You got this."

Inside the operation room, the tension was palpable. The doctor emerged, and everyone's eyes fixed on him, waiting for the news.

Doctor: "Good news, Banari. Kouko is doing well, and the baby is healthy."

A collective sigh of relief swept through the room as anxiety turned into smiles.

Banari and Kouko looked at their newborn son, a perfect blend of their features. The baby had his father's jet-black hair and his mother's striking red eyes. It was a moment filled with joy and love, but a tinge of sadness lingered.

Banari couldn't help but express his longing for the absent trio.

Banari: "I wish those three were also here. I really wanted Toshinori, Shoya, and Ken to train my son once he grows up."

The room fell into a brief silence, everyone sharing the sentiment of missing their departed loved ones. But Yu, determined and hopeful, broke the silence with his words.

Yu: "Don't worry, Grand Sensei, and don't worry, Big Brother Toshinori. Shoya and Ken will come back someday; I know that."

Akane, Akira, and Sota, who had been worrying about their respective partners since their departure, found solace in Yu's unwavering belief.

Akane: "Toshinori, please come back to us safely."

Akira: " I'll wait for you Shoya, no matter how long it takes."

Sota: "Ken, don't make me worry for too long."

The room was filled with mixed emotions—hope, love, and a touch of sadness—as the newest member of the family was welcomed into a world of waiting, love, and unbreakable bonds.

Two months had passed since the trio—Toshinori, Shoya, and Ken—quietly left, embarking on their journey without informing their loved ones. The decision was not made lightly, and it weighed heavily on their hearts.

At the hospital, their absence was felt acutely by Akane, Akira, and Sota. They had noticed the sudden departure but were kept in the dark about the trio's destination and purpose.

Akane, Toshinori's lover, sat in the waiting room, her face a mix of worry and confusion. She clutched a folded piece of paper, the letter Toshinori left for her before he departed.

Akane: *(reading the letter)* "I'm sorry, Akane, for leaving without a word. I promise I'll return to you when the time is right."

Tears welled up in her eyes, and she wiped them away, trying to keep her composure.

Akira, Shoya's lover, paced nervously outside the operation room. She had known something was amiss when she woke up one morning to find Shoya's side of the bed empty and a brief note on the nightstand.

Akira: *(recalling the note)* "I hope you understand, Akira. I have to go, but it's not forever. I love you."

Sota, Ken's partner, stood by the window, gazing outside with a troubled expression. He remembered the night Ken left without a word, leaving only a text message behind.

Sota: *(recalling the message)* "I can't explain now, Sota, but trust me, I'll come back. Take care."

Their lovers were left to interpret these cryptic messages, their hearts heavy with worry and uncertainty. Yet, despite the confusion and unanswered questions, they held onto the belief that the trio would return to them one day.

  "The Search in the Shadows"

The trio, Toshinori, Shoya, and Ken, had spent two months delving into the vast archives of a library nestled in Kyoto. Their determination to uncover any clues about Toshinori's mysterious mark was unwavering. Day by day, they pored over ancient tomes and history books, studying maps and legends with relentless focus.

Toshinori: *(sifting through a dusty book)* "I can't believe how much information is here. We have to find something."

Shoya: *(flipping through fragile scrolls)* "We've come too far to give up now. There's got to be a connection somewhere."

Ken: *(scrutinizing a faded map)* "Even if it takes us forever, we won't stop until we have answers."

Their determination bordered on obsession. They would spend countless hours hunched over books, discussing their findings, and debating the significance of every detail they uncovered.

Toshinori: *(excitedly)* "Guys, I think I found something! This passage talks about a legendary warrior with a mark similar to mine."

Shoya: *(leaning in to read)* "What does it say? Tell us everything."

Toshinori: *(reading from the book)* "It mentions a powerful force associated with the mark, granting the warrior unparalleled abilities."

Ken: *(intrigued)* "This could be it! But where does it say this warrior was last seen?"

Toshinori: *(continuing to read)* "It says... he vanished without a trace, leaving behind only a legacy of strength."

Their excitement was palpable, but they still needed more information. They delved even deeper into the library's archives, leaving no stone unturned.

Shoya: *(enthusiastically)* "This could be the lead we've been searching for all this time!"

Toshinori: *(nodding)* "Let's gather all the information we can. We're getting closer."

Ken: *(grinning)* "The mark is the key. We'll find out what it means, no matter what it takes."

With renewed determination, the trio continued their tireless pursuit of answers, believing that their relentless quest would eventually lead them to the truth.