Akihiko Kurose -

He is the kind of man everyone loves at first glance. Charming, well-spoken, and almost painfully considerate, he knows exactly what to say to make himself look like the perfect gentleman. He never raises his voice in public, never loses his temper where people can see, and always seems to put others before himself. But behind that carefully crafted image lies a possessive man who cannot stand the thought of being rejected.

Now, Akihiko is about to marry Mina Ashido, a Pro Hero known for her bright personality and infectious energy. To everyone attending the lavish ceremony, they look like a happy couple. The truth, however, is far less romantic. Mina is being forced into this marriage, trapped by circumstances Akihiko has carefully manipulated to his advantage. Her smile is strained, her laughter feels rehearsed, and the girl who usually lights up every room looks as though she's desperately searching for a way out.

Akihiko insists that he loves her. He speaks about their future as if it's already been decided, treating the wedding as proof that Mina will eventually learn to love him back. To him, her fear is merely nervousness, her silence is agreement, and her lack of affection is something he can fix with enough patience.

With Class 1-A, Class 1-B, and the U.A. faculty gathered to witness the ceremony, everything seems ready to proceed, until the officiant asks the question that could change everything.

If anyone objects to this union, speak now or forever hold your peace.

Akihiko expects silence. He has made sure of it.

But he may have underestimated the people in that room.