"I Reincarnated in Boku no Hero but They Forgot to Give Me a System"

Chapter 27 — The Boy Who Didn't Wait

Three months after Christmas with his family...

The large conference hall was packed.

Journalists, scientists, entrepreneurs, and curious onlookers filled every seat, forming a sea of attentive gazes. Live broadcast cameras were already recording, their lights intensely focused on the main stage. Outside, huge screens displayed the event to crowds gathered in squares, schools, and community centers across the country.

And there, at the center of the stage, was Aoi Todoroki — only nine years old, but about to present a revolution to the world.

He wore an elegant black dress shirt with subtle dark blue details — the same color as his characteristic flames. The outfit was simple, yet refined, carefully chosen by Aoi himself. His footsteps echoed on the polished wooden floor as he calmly walked to the podium, unfazed by the thousands of eyes fixed on him.

Behind him, the screen displayed the emblem of Todoroki Industries: a stylized flame in the shape of a heart, surrounded by a ring of metallic blue circuits. Product images began to rotate in the background, but the audience wasn't there to watch a slideshow.

They came to hear him.

Aoi placed his small hands on the podium, took a deep breath, and spoke with a clarity far beyond his age:

— Good afternoon. Today, I present to you the result of years of dedication, study, and effort. Not just as an inventor... but as someone who wants to change the way we live.

Without hesitation, he touched the control in his hand. The first image appeared on the massive screen:

> ▸ Quick Recovery Potion

"Accelerates the healing of small cuts and light fractures, and instantly reduces pain. Safe, tested, and ideal for field medics."

Another image followed:

> ▸ Detox Serum

"Neutralizes common poisons and toxins. Developed for rescue teams, hospitals, and heroes who work with hazardous materials."

Aoi spoke with precision, but without rushing. Each product was described with clear, practical focus — no gimmicks, no empty sales pitches. Just real solutions for real problems.

> ▸ Emergency Ration Pack

"Compact, lightweight, and highly nutritious. One pack can sustain an adult for 24 hours. Designed for disaster victims, rescue missions, and refugee zones. We even tested it with endurance athletes."

> ▸ Instant Coagulant Spray

"Stops bleeding in seconds, increasing survival chances in emergencies before medical help arrives. Small, practical, and field-tested."

> ▸ Compact Propulsion Device

"Inspired by 3D mobility gear. Usable for navigating rough terrain, short-distance aerial rescues, or emergency escapes. Includes multiple safety locks to prevent accidents."

Then he paused, letting the images fade away.

He looked directly at the audience.

— All our products were developed under strict safety standards. None will be released without full approval from the authorities. Responsibility must prevail over urgency.

The room was silent. No phone rang. No whispers. Just wide eyes and racing minds.

Even the most skeptical adults were left speechless by the depth, technical details, and maturity of the presentation.

When the product showcase ended, the journalists raised their hands. The questions were tough — scientific, critical, sometimes even confrontational.

But Aoi answered all of them with calm and confidence.

These weren't memorized responses — he understood every process, every prototype, every formula.

He was the source of that knowledge.

Then, a different kind of question arose.

An older journalist, known for his sharp interviews, stood up with the microphone in hand.

— Aoi, you're only nine years old. Most kids your age are just learning multiplication tables. Why work so hard now? Why not wait until you're older? You clearly have potential.

Aoi smiled gently.

His blue eyes gleamed — not with arrogance, but with sincerity.

— Simple — he answered. — Because I don't want to wait.

He let the silence linger for a moment, then added, with a firm voice:

— You know... I have goals to reach. And the sooner I start, the more chances I have of achieving them. Every milestone I reach shows that my choice not to wait was the right one.

He took a deep breath and concluded:

— So, I decided to act... and see how far my ideas can take me.

A powerful silence filled the room.

Not an awkward silence — but one of respect.

And then the flashes resumed. Whispers and camera clicks. Some in the audience wiped their eyes. Others simply nodded in reverent approval.

Aoi was about to step down from the stage. His mission was complete.

But then he remembered one last thing he had to do... and he stopped.

He turned around.

And as he approached the microphone once more, he no longer spoke as a CEO or prodigy — but as a sincere and empathetic human being.

He gave a deep bow.

— Thank you, All Might.

The cameras froze. People leaned forward.

No one knew the reason for that thank-you.

Aoi raised his head and spoke with heartfelt honesty:

— When I sent that letter asking for your help to promote my app... I didn't think it would work. I was just an unknown kid with a simple idea. But you believed in me. You believed in my potential.

He paused, his voice soft but steady.

— Thanks to you and your support... FaceHero spread across the country. Ordinary heroes started being recognized. Good people began receiving visibility. And now, we're even getting partnership offers from abroad.

The audience, still holding their breath, burst into applause.

Aoi then smiled as he thanked him sincerely:

— Thank you so much. I may never be a hero like you... but I'll always try to help in any way I can.

The applause grew even louder — not for a product, but for the spirit behind it.

It was applause for courage, brilliance, and the strength of someone who proved that age means nothing when conviction is strong.

As the applause intensified, Aoi spoke one last time, clearly and firmly:

— Like I just said: I'll help however I can. That's why our products will have affordable prices. And for orphanages, public hospitals, low-income families, and humanitarian NGOs... there will be an annual free quota. After all... I can't save everyone — but it doesn't cost anything to try helping those I can.

The audience rose to their feet.

There he was.

A boy.

A genius.

A heart on fire.

He gave one final bow.

— That's all. Thank you for being here today.

And with that, Aoi left the stage.

But the impact remained.

The cameras kept rolling.

Commentators began their analyses immediately.

Social media exploded in real time.

That moment wasn't just the first press conference of a newly founded company...

It was the first step of the youngest genius in the country.

By the side of the stage, Aoi approached his mother with a shy smile.

— What did you think of the speech? Did I do well?

Rei looked at her son who, even so young, had already achieved so much.

She smiled, gently ran her hand through Aoi's blue hair, and said:

— You were incredible, Aoi. Today... you shined.

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