Shigaraki: Are you serious about Overhaul being down there? We were just down there it's impossible.
He looks at Dabi, thinking he's insane to think that, but deep down, he wants to believe it, because after today, anything seems possible.
Dabi: I think you should stay up here in case Overhaul comes in. While I check downstairs.
He looks at Shigaraki calmly before pulling out his phone to shine a light down the stairs, illuminating the dark passageway.
Dabi: Be right back.
He looks at the darkness once again, remembering the photos and now aware of what lurks within it and what resides in this cabin. He hesitates, but swallows his fear, slowly making his way downstairs.
(Meanwhile in the darkness).
Overhaul: How strange...
He flipped through the pages, the book stopped on an image of three people channeling power to a central figure. Suddenly, he heard a noise from above, and something - or someone - fell on top of him. His eyes snapped shut as the book slipped from his grasp, landing beside him.
Overhaul: ...
(In his mind).
"What the hell is on me?"
He opens his eyes slightly, and his gaze falls upon the bloodstained clothing, prompting his eyes to widen in horror as he realizes who it is.
"Dabi... No way that can't be him? How did he get disfigured."
His heart was racing; he thought something or someone had harmed Dabi, and he was so terrified that he was speechless when their eyes met.
(Out of his mind).
Overhaul: D-Dabi?
He looked down at the blood-soaked skin of Dabi, the sight of severe burn marks covering his body sent a wave of panic through him.
Dabi: ...
He looks at Overhaul, then at the book beside him, and his eyes widen in realization. He struggles to open his mouth, forcing himself to speak. The severe burns around his mouth caused him immense pain.
Overhaul: What is it?
He looks at him, wondering what he is trying to say, and notices that Dabi manages to open his mouth, but it appears to be very painful for him to do so.
Dabi: Don't let it take over you Overhaul... The book is evil...
He was breathing heavily after just a few words, but he was determined to find his other self.
Overhaul: ...
He looks at Dabi, confused, wondering why he said that, especially since he had just fallen from above.
Overhaul: What the hell are you talking about? Maybe you must be delirious from the fall, but don't worry, I'll heal you.
Using his quirk, he disassembles and reassembles Dabi, instantly healing his wounds, despite his own fear that his unknown sickness might take over. He trembles slightly, worried that he might accidentally kill Dabi if he's not careful. Dabi quickly gets up, seemingly eager to leave without asking questions or explaining how he got there.
Overhaul: Dabi I.
He watches as Dabi walks away, his face set in a determined expression.
Dabi: Thanks Overhaul.
After being instantly healed by Overhaul's quirk, he walked back to tightly hug Overhaul, showing his immense gratitude.
(In his mind).
"I could finally find my other self."
(Out of his mind).
Dabi: I have to go.
He moves away from Overhaul, he uses his quirk to unleash blue flames, casting a glance back at Overhaul
Dabi: I promise to save your other self from the book, and remember, don't let the book take over you I mean it.
He uses his quirk to illuminate the darkness, allowing him to run through it with ease. Leaving Overhaul behind.
Overhaul: I guess bye?
He looks down, confused, and picks up the book again, glancing it over.
The book emitted a dark purple glow after Dabi appeared.
Overhaul: ...
(In his mind).
"Is this the book that he was talking about? Makes me wonder if that Dabi wasn't really Dabi."
(Out of his mind).
(Meanwhile in the Cabin Room).
Shigaraki: ...
He searches the rooms for Overhaul, but is interrupted by a loud noise coming from outside, which he assumes might be Overhaul, prompting him to go outside and investigate.
Shigaraki: The fuck?
He watches two creatures clash, his eyes widen in surprise, initially thinking they're people with quirks, but something about it feels off.
The red creature clutching gold locked eyes with Shigaraki.
Shigaraki: ...
His eyes widened, trembling, as he tried to go back inside, but an energy force held him in place.
Cupiditas: ...
He smirks slightly as he decides to pass up Random and heads towards Shigaraki in the blink of an eye. Cupiditas swiftly touches Shigaraki's chest before vanishing completely into the darkness.
A portal suddenly appears behind Shigaraki, channeling unknown energy into him, while the red creature and the faceless creature vanish completely.
Shigaraki: What just happened?
He was able to move once again, but the events that had occurred earlier remained a mystery.
(At the Stairs).
Dabi: ...
He hesitates with each step, shining the bright light, as he hears footsteps approaching quickly, and he already suspects that it's Overhaul.
Dabi: Overhaul!
Hearing footsteps coming from the stairs, he noticed that it was the other version of himself.
Dabi: The hell?
Both Dabis exchanged a shocked glance, their eyes widening in unison as they stared at each other.
Both stay silent for a few seconds, until the original Dabi breaks the silence, starting to say something.
The Original Dabi: Listen to me, there are cult members, and they have this book. They're after Overhaul. These cult members want to use Overhaul for evil.
He attempts to explain himself as best he can, despite secretly wondering if he could have done a better job. He feels Random's power coursing through him once more as the time limit draws near, a sensation that's both welcome and unsettling, given his current reunion with his other self.
The Original Dabi: I have the power to give you the power to stop the book if you use it right.
He looks at his other self hoping he'll understand the situation.
Dabi: You're me?
He stepped back, shocked into silence by the revelation from the other Dabi. He couldn't believe that another version of himself was standing right in front of him.
(In his mind).
"What's this talk about books and cult members. But then again in the photos..."
Remembering the photos that was taken by Shigaraki. The cult members standing right in front of the camera. Including the picture of the other him.
(Out of his mind).
Original Dabi: Listen to me! An evil lurks in the shadows.
He grabs hold of the second Dabi's shirt as Random's power energy transfers to the second Dabi.
Dabi: ...
He stares at him, bewildered by his words, but as he listens more closely, they start to make sense. Still, he has no idea what book he's referring to.
Original Dabi: The book and the cult are the main enemies. Don't let them win. The book will target Overhaul so now you have the power to stop it.
He looks at him, hoping for understanding of the situation.
(In his mind).
"Why can't I just defeat the book right now?"
(Out of his mind).
Cupiditas: It's because I'm still here.
He stands behind him, grabs him immediately.
Dabi: Wait hey!
His eyes widen in shock as he realizes there's a man in a goat mask standing right behind the other Dabi, and to his horror, the man has already taken his other self away.
Dabi: ...
(In his mind).
"What the hell was that? I guess I have to leave this alone and think about it later. Right now I have to find Overhaul."
(Out of his mind).
(At the cabin rooms).
Shigaraki: ...
He leans against the wall, feeling a headache, as he looks in the mirror and sees bones growing on his face, forming a shape that resembles a goat.
Shigaraki: What's going on?
He mumbles to himself and touches his face, he notices a man in a goat mask standing right behind him, causing his eyes to widen in a mix of disbelief and fear.
Axel: It seems I'm not the only one that's inside of you. All I want is to see what's the other book is like. However I will step aside for now to see what the other cult members would do.
He disappears completely.
Shigaraki: ...
The goat mask disappears completely.
This will continued in the next chapter