28.The line We Dont Cross

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The investigation wrapped faster than expected.

You were summoned to Principal Nezu's office with Recovery Girl and Midnight already seated. Aizawa was there too—seated stiffly in his usual black shirt and scarf, eyes tired but sharp.

Nezu folded his paws over the desk.

"We've concluded our internal review."

You held your breath.

"No legal violations have occurred," he said simply. "The relationship in question began after your eighteenth birthday and was not leveraged for grades, rank, or mission access."

You let out a slow breath. So did Aizawa.

Nezu continued: "Though controversial, we have found no coercion, manipulation, or abuse of authority. Given the maturity of both parties, and after interviewing several key faculty and students—"

He glanced at Midnight and Present Mic.

"—we are choosing to keep this matter internal and private. No termination. No suspension. No criminal inquiry."

Your chest cracked open with relief.

But Nezu's voice sharpened slightly.

"This means there will be boundaries. Appearances matter. You will both conduct yourselves professionally, and if this ever leaks to the media before graduation, we will not protect you from scrutiny."

Aizawa nodded. "Understood."

You swallowed and nodded too.

Nezu sighed. "I trust you both. But tread lightly."

You walked out with Aizawa beside you, heart thudding.

He didn't speak until you were alone in the stairwell.

Then he turned to you and whispered, "You saved me."

You smiled up at him. "We saved

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