Chapter 41: Unleashing New Powers
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As Dabi settled into his new house, just a stone's throw from Astral Heaven Academy, he felt a sense of comfort in the familiar surroundings. The quaint, cozy home was filled with memories of his journey so far, but it also held the promise of a bright future for him and his siblings, Eli and Mira.
After his recent victory in the tournament, Dabi was eager to reunite with his siblings and share the news about their pets' new skills. They had been waiting anxiously for him to return, and now that they were finally together, Dabi couldn't wait to see their reactions.
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Reunion with Siblings
"Dabi!" Mira exclaimed, her eyes lighting up as he walked through the door. "You're back! We missed you so much!"
"Yeah! Tell us everything!" Eli added, practically bouncing on his feet with excitement.
Dabi grinned, ruffling Eli's hair. "I've got some amazing news! Fen and Whity have unlocked new skills while I was away."
"Really? What can they do now?" Mira asked, her curiosity piqued.
Dabi took a moment to gather his thoughts. "Fen can now use Ice Fang, which allows him to freeze enemies, and Phantom Howl, a powerful attack that can intimidate foes. He also learned Spirit Ward, which protects against magical attacks."
"Wow! That's incredible!" Mira cheered, clapping her hands.
"And Whity has learned Blinding Flash, which dazzles opponents, and Guardian's Leap, allowing him to jump great distances to protect us," Dabi continued, his pride evident.
"That's so cool! Can we see them in action?" Eli begged, his eyes wide with excitement.
"Of course! Let's head to the training arena and I'll show you," Dabi replied, leading the way.
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Training Session
The trio made their way to the academy's training arena, with Fen and Whity bounding happily alongside them. Once inside, Dabi set up several training dummies to demonstrate his pets' new skills.
"Alright, Fen! Show us Ice Fang!" Dabi commanded.
With a determined growl, Fen lunged forward, his fangs glowing with icy energy. He bit into the dummy, and a wave of frost spread from the impact point, encasing it in a thick layer of ice. Dabi's siblings gasped in awe.
"That's awesome!" Eli exclaimed, his eyes sparkling.
"Now let's see Phantom Howl!" Dabi encouraged.
Fen took a deep breath and unleashed a chilling howl that reverberated through the arena. A spectral wave struck the dummy, making it tremble as if caught in a fierce wind. Dabi's siblings exchanged impressed looks.
"Great job, Fen!" Dabi cheered, feeling a swell of pride.
"Now it's Whity's turn! Show us Blinding Flash!" Dabi called out.
Whity dashed forward, creating a brilliant flash of light that temporarily blinded the dummy. Dabi's siblings shielded their eyes, stunned by the sudden brightness.
"Wow! That's amazing!" Mira shouted, her excitement palpable.
"Let's see Guardian's Leap next!" Dabi instructed.
Whity jumped high into the air, landing gracefully on his feet. His fur shimmered as he displayed his agility, and Dabi's siblings cheered, their voices echoing in the arena.
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A Sense of Purpose
After the training session, Dabi gathered his siblings and pets around him, their faces beaming with joy. "You all did fantastic! I'm so proud of you."
Mira smiled widely. "I can't wait to train more! We're going to get so strong!"
Dabi nodded, feeling a sense of determination swell within him. "We need to be prepared. I've heard rumors about a powerful enemy rising in the shadows. It's crucial we stay strong and keep training."
"Let's train every day!" Eli suggested, his voice filled with enthusiasm.
Dabi smiled at his siblings, feeling grateful for their unwavering support. "And I'll keep leveling up too. I need to reach level 50 to unlock the Dimensional Key and explore new realms. There's so much more out there for us."
As the night wore on, Dabi reflected on their journey. He felt an unshakeable bond with his siblings and pets, and he was determined to face whatever challenges awaited them.
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Unbeknownst Threats
Little did they know, the peace they had found was about to be shattered. In the shadows, a figure watched them closely, plotting their downfall. This dark presence was known as Kordath, a powerful entity seeking to exploit the dimensional gates for his own sinister purposes.
Kordath had been watching Dabi and his progress with keen interest. He recognized Dabi's potential and the power that resided within him, but it was the bonds he had formed that worried Kordath the most. If Dabi continued to grow stronger, he would pose a significant threat to Kordath's plans.
With a wicked smile, Kordath whispered to himself, "Let's see how strong you really are, Dabi. I'll make sure you face challenges like you've never imagined."
As the moon rose high above the academy, the stage was set for the battles to come, and Dabi would soon find himself in a struggle
that would test his resolve, friendships, and the very limits of his powers.
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