: On the morning of the U.A. School Festival, Deku rushes to a hardware store at 7:50 AM to buy a replacement for a frayed rope needed for the performance.

recognizes Gentle's voice from a video and notices he is savoring Golden Tips Imperial tea, which Deku knows is a rare, elite blend.

: While returning at 8:30 AM, Deku literally bumps into a disguised Gentle Criminal and his partner La Brava .

: Knowing that any security alarm will lead to the festival's cancellation—and ruin the day for his classmates and Eri—Deku engages Gentle single-handedly to stop him from infiltrating U.A.. Powers and Support Items

In episode 21 of My Hero Academia Season 4 (overall episode 84), titled the tone shifts from lighthearted festival preparations to a high-stakes encounter. This episode marks the collision of Izuku Midoriya's determination to protect his friends' hard work and Gentle Criminal's desire for a lasting legacy. Key Plot Summary

realizes Deku is a U.A. student due to his knowledge of the tea and his proximity to the school.

: In a battle of wits, both characters deduce each other's identities through subtle clues: