Trials of the Marked: Revealing the Domains

The trio shared their experiences with battling the entities that guarded their respective domains. They stood together, their expressions a mix of awe and anxiety, as they recounted their encounters.

Ken spoke first, saying, "I faced a powerful entity in the domain, a being that called me the owner of the Mark of Destruction. It was an intense battle, but I somehow managed to awaken my mark."

Shoya continued, "In my case, I encountered the Frost Entity, and it referred to me as the Frost Mark User. It was a tough fight, but I awakened my mark during the battle."

Toshinori, however, remained silent, hesitant to share the details of his encounter with the clone of Shigaraki. The weight of that experience still lingered in his mind, and he wasn't sure how the others would react.

Bakugo and Shoto exchanged glances, their expressions mirroring the shock that washed over them. Shoto turned to Shoya and asked, "You encountered a Frost Entity, Shoya?"

Shoya nodded, his eyes reflecting the intensity of the battle. "Yes, Dad, it was an entity of ice and frost. I fought it to awaken my mark."

Bakugo chimed in, looking at Ken, "And you, Ken, faced something called the 'Mark of Destruction'? That's... intense."

Ken nodded in response, "Yeah, it was a fierce battle. But it seemed to recognize me as the owner of the Mark of Destruction."

The mothers, Alakia and Momo, were equally surprised by the revelations. Alakia asked, "So, these entities acknowledged your marks and then you awakened them?"

Toshinori remained silent about the details of his battle, and Shoya and Ken understood that it was not the right time to press for answers. They could see the weary look in Toshinori's eyes, a testament to the intense battle he had faced.

However, when Akane, Toshinori's lover and Ken's sister, couldn't contain her concern any longer, she turned to Ken with a worried expression. "Ken, what happened to Toshinori?" Her voice trembled with fear for her beloved.

Shoya and Ken shared a glance, and then Ken began explaining, "When Toshinori emerged from the domain, he was covered in blood. He seemed exhausted and barely conscious. It was... terrifying."

The shock on the faces of the parents, Izuku and Ochaco, was palpable. Akane's eyes welled up with tears as she reached out to touch Toshinori's arm gently.

Banari, the only one who understood the gravity of the situation, looked at his student and asked quietly, "Toshinori, you used the technique I taught you, didn't you?"

Toshinori nodded, his voice barely above a whisper. "Yes, Sensei, I had to. It was the only way to survive."

The others were left in the dark, unaware of the blood sacrifice technique that Toshinori had used, but they could all see the deep concern in Banari's eyes, knowing that it was not a technique to be taken lightly.

Banari took a deep breath, his eyes filled with concern, and began to explain the concept of the blood sacrifice technique to everyone. "The blood sacrifice is a forbidden technique, a way to tap into the next level of the domain of Ultra Instinct. It grants immense power for a short duration, but it comes at a high price – the risk of death is significant."

Kouko, Banari's wife, held her breath, her eyes widening as she listened to her husband's words. She knew that this technique was something incredibly dangerous, and the thought of Toshinori using it sent shivers down her spine.

Izuku and Ochaco exchanged worried glances, their concern for their son evident. It was clear that they were unaware of the existence of such a perilous technique.

Akane, tears in her eyes, clutched Toshinori's hand even tighter, realizing the immense danger he had faced. "Toshinori, you should have told me. I can't bear the thought of losing you."

Toshinori squeezed her hand gently and replied, "Akane, I didn't want to worry you any further. I had to do whatever it took to come back to all of you."

The group fell into a heavy silence, the weight of the blood sacrifice technique sinking in. They now understood the extent of the danger Toshinori had faced and the sacrifices he was willing to make for the people he loved.

Deku and Banari exchanged concerned glances before turning their attention back to Toshinori. Banari spoke up first, his voice laced with worry. "Toshinori, tell us, whom did you encounter in that domain?"

Toshinori hesitated for a moment, his gaze downcast, and then he let out a heavy sigh before answering, "It was a clone of Shigaraki."

The revelation hit like a thunderbolt. Gasps filled the air as everyone reacted with shock and disbelief. Ochaco clutched her husband's arm tightly, her eyes wide in horror.

Akane's grip on Toshinori's hand tightened even more. She couldn't fathom the thought of Toshinori facing someone as dangerous as Shigaraki, even if it was just a clone. Her voice trembled as she asked, "Toshinori, are you okay? Did he hurt you?"

Toshinori gave her a reassuring smile, though it was clear he was still shaken by the encounter. "I'm okay, Akane. I managed to hold my own, thanks to the training Banari-sensei gave me. But we need to be cautious. The presence of a Shigaraki clone means there might be something more sinister at play here."

Banari nodded in agreement. "Toshinori is right. We can't take this lightly. We have to find out what's going on and how it connects to the prophecy and the marks."

The group exchanged grim looks, realizing that their journey was far from over, and the challenges ahead were likely to be even more perilous than they had imagined.