The day after Thanksgiving dawned crisp and bright, with a cold wind whispering through the streets of Musutafu. The Deku Squad had decided it was the perfect time to kick off the holiday season by decorating their favorite hangout—a cozy nook of their school that they often used for study sessions and group projects.
Deku, ever the enthusiastic planner, had brought along a list of decorations and supplies he had collected in anticipation of this day. "Okay, everyone! Let's make this place festive!" he exclaimed, his green eyes sparkling with energy.
Uraraka bounced on her toes, a wide smile on her face. "I can't wait to hang the lights! They're going to make everything look so magical!" Her excitement was contagious, and soon everyone was caught up in the spirit of the occasion.
Todoroki, who had a quiet demeanor but a fierce sense of duty when it came to teamwork, pulled out a box of ornaments he had meticulously collected. "I thought we could use some of these," he said, his voice calm but his eyes brightening at the sight of his friends. The ornaments were a mix of elegant glass and handmade trinkets, each one holding its own story.
Tsuyu hopped up onto a chair to reach the higher sections of the walls. "Ribbit! Make sure to hang the tinsel up high, Deku! It has to shine!" she chirped, her natural agility allowing her to balance effortlessly. She started draping strands of shiny tinsel, adding a touch of sparkle that lightened the entire atmosphere.
"Don't forget the garland!" Lida reminded, his voice stern but cheerful. He was already sorting through supplies, ensuring everything was organized. "Efficiency is key to a successful decorating mission. And then we'll need to plan for a hot chocolate break once we're done!"
Deku nodded eagerly, "Good idea, Lida! We can make it a little celebration for all our hard work!" The thought of warm drinks and laughter filled him with extra motivation as he climbed up to assist Tsuyu with the higher decorations.
After hours of teamwork, laughter, and some playful banter, the once-ordinary room transformed into a winter wonderland. Strings of lights crisscrossed the ceiling, casting a warm glow across the room. The garland hung beautifully over the door, while a giant, hand-made snowflake collage covered the main wall—each snowflake crafted by the friends in previous years, preserving memories with each fold and cut.
"Well, I think we did it!" Uraraka exclaimed, stepping back to admire their handiwork. "It looks incredible!"
"Ribbit! The best part is how much fun we had doing it," Tsuyu added, beaming at the decorations.
Todoroki nodded in agreement, a rare smile forming on his lips. "If we're going to continue the tradition, we should plan this every year."
"I'll take care of the hot chocolate!" Deku declared, rushing toward the little kitchenette nearby. He returned a few moments later with steaming mugs, each topped with a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
As they gathered around the table, mugs in hand, the room glowed with warmth and camaraderie. They toasted to new traditions, laughter shared, and the friendships that had blossomed over their time together.
"We should put up a Christmas tree next time, too!" Uraraka suggested, her eyes twinkling with imaginative ideas about how to decorate it.
Lida chuckled, "I suppose it's all part of maximizing our holiday spirit, huh?"
"Absolutely! The more decorations, the merrier!" Deku replied enthusiastically.
Outside, snowflakes began to drift down from the gray sky, dusting the ground in a sparkling white layer. Inside, the Deku Squad reveled in their festive triumph, knowing that they had not just decorated a space but had also strengthened the bonds of friendship that would carry them through the cold of winter and beyond.
With laughter ringing through the air and warmth filling their hearts, the Deku Squad found joy not just in the decorations around them, but in each other—living out their own heroic holiday story.