Chapter 240: Fractures in the Game

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"Who are you?" he asked, his tone low and guarded.

The figure stepped inside without hesitation, pulling back their hood to reveal a young woman with silver hair that shimmered faintly in the dim light. Her piercing blue eyes met Dabi's without flinching.

"My name is Kaelina," she said, her voice calm but urgent. "I don't have much time, so listen carefully."

"Why should we?" Jeni shot back, stepping closer.

"Because your lives depend on it," Kaelina replied, her gaze steady.

Her words silenced the room.

Kaelina explained that she was part of a resistance working to uncover the truth about the tournament. "This isn't just a competition. It's a stage, a test, and you're the subjects. The organizers are manipulating every detail— pushing you, breaking you, and watching how you respond."

"And why would they do that?" Dabi asked, his voice cold.