Dakota: Oh, wow. That sure was an intense battle, huh?
Henry: Yeah, it sure was intense. We're lucky that none of us died.
Lucas: Yeah, we're really lucky.
Dakota: It's not that we're lucky; it's that we're strong.
Liam: Yeah, we wouldn't have survived if we weren't strong.
Ava: Okay, now that we killed the Djinn, we should get out of here.
Dakota: Yeah, you're right. Let's go.
The group began waking up the others who had been knocked out during the battle. Once everyone was conscious, they all headed toward the exit, leaving the boss room behind them. The labyrinth was a treacherous place, but their teamwork had brought them through it.
Dakota: Well, this labyrinth was harder than I expected, but it looks like our rewards are about to be twice as good.
Ava: Yeah, it better be, considering we almost died.
Henry: I do wonder what kind of rewards we're going to get.
Dakota: I know it's going to be something great.
The group made their way through the winding corridors until they reached the exit. As they passed through the portal, they finally left the labyrinth behind. The teachers were waiting for them outside, their expressions a mix of concern and curiosity.
Teacher 1: Oh, hey, finally! What the hell happened to you guys?
Teacher 2: Was the boss that difficult?
Dakota: Actually, the boss was already dead when we arrived at his room.
Teacher 1: What? Then who did you face to make you look like that?
Dakota: A Djinn.
Teacher 1: Oh, yeah, a Djinn? WAIT, WHAT?! A Djinn? How did you fight a Djinn?
Dakota: I think the Djinn snuck into the labyrinth, and he also killed the boss.
Teacher 2: Okay, but what rank was the Djinn?
Dakota: Mid-rank.
Teacher 2: WHAT?! You fought a mid-ranked Djinn and survived?
Dakota: We didn't just survive; we killed him.
Teacher 1: ... Huh, you killed him?
Dakota: Yeah, but not just me—everyone pitched in and helped kill him.
Teacher 1: No way. I can't believe that you students killed a Djinn.
Dakota: Yeah, but what are our rewards for killing the Djinn?
Teacher 2: Oh, your rewards, huh? Well, since you killed a Djinn and not the original boss, I guess your rewards are going to be two times better.
Dakota: Ha, see? I told you guys.
Teacher 1: Okay, now I should call all your parents and tell them what happened.
Before long, all of their parents arrived, and as expected, they were all worried. The group stood together as their parents approached.
Mother: Dakota, are you okay? I heard you fought a mid-ranked Djinn. Is that true?
Dakota: Yes, it's true, Mother. I even killed him.
Father: Whoa, you actually managed to kill a mid-ranked Djinn?
Dakota: Well, I didn't beat him alone. If my friends weren't there, I would have definitely died.
Mother: But still, Dakota, I'm just glad you're alive.
Dakota: Yeah, I'm glad too.
Henry: Hey, Dakota, would you mind if I talk with you for a second?
Dakota: Oh, okay.
Dakota: Mother, can I go talk with my friend?
Mother: Yes, you can, Dakota.
Dakota: Okay, thanks. Now let's go, Henry.
So, Dakota and Henry gathered their friends and went somewhere a bit farther away from the crowd.
Dakota: Okay, what did you want, Henry?
Henry: I just wanted for us to celebrate.
Mia: Celebrate what?
Dakota: Mia, are you dumb? Of course, he's talking about celebrating killing the Djinn.
Mia: Oh, yeah, then we should definitely celebrate.
Henry: Yeah, guys, come on, we should go rent out a restaurant and celebrate.
Dakota: Yeah, we should.
Everyone nodded in agreement. They rented out a restaurant for the celebration, with their parents covering the cost so they could enjoy the moment in peace, away from the chaos.
Dakota: Okay, then, let's get this party started.
The music began to play, and everyone started enjoying the food that had been prepared for them. Laughter and conversation filled the air as they celebrated their victory.
Dakota: Hmm, this is really delicious.
Mia: Yes, this burger is so delicious.
Ava: No, you're wrong. It's the fries that are the most delicious.
Mia: No, it's the burger.
Ava: No, it's the fries.
Mia: Burger.
Ava: Fries.
Mia: It's burger.
Dakota: Look, you're both wrong. It's obviously the spicy ramen.
Henry: Yeah, I agree. It's definitely the ramen.
Lucas: I agree too.
Dakota: See, the three strongest agreed on the same thing, so the winner is spicy ramen.
Liam: Oh, so because you three are the strongest, that decides what's the best?
Dakota: Yes, exactly.
Jack: No, it's not.
Dakota: You're just saying that because you're not a part of the strongest.
Jack: Huh? What are you talking about? I'm part of the strongest.
Dakota: I meant the top three.
Jack: ... Well, I guess you're right, then.
Dakota: Ha, see? He gets it.
Ava: Yeah, whatever.
Henry: Now, guys, please listen to me. I have something to say.
Dakota: And what's that?
Henry: How about we officially combine our groups?
Dakota: Oh, so you want us to join forces?
Henry: Yes, that's what I want. I mean, we would be the strongest group ever formed in the entire academy's history.
Dakota: Yeah, you're right about that.
Henry: So, then, what do you say, Dakota?
Liam: What? Hell no. I don't want to be part of a team with him.
Jack: Yeah, well, me neither.
Henry: Sorry, but I wasn't talking to you two. I was talking to Dakota.
Liam: Oh, shut up. I know Dakota won't accept your crazy proposal.
Dakota: Yeah, I will accept.
Liam: See? Huh.
Liam: Dakota, what the fuck, man? Why did you accept?
Dakota: Because this is a really good deal. I mean, we'll be the strongest group in the entire academy's history. Plus, we were strong enough to kill a mid-ranked Djinn together.
Ava: Yeah, Dakota's right. We should join hands with them.
Liam: What? No way. Hey, Mia, Lucas, you don't agree with them, right?
Lucas: Sorry, but I agree with Dakota.
Mia: Yeah, me too.
Liam: Ah, for fuck's sake.
Henry: Hey, you guys agree too, right?
Amelia: Yeah, why not?
Luna: I agree too.
Jack: Fucking hell, fine.
Henry: Good. That means the strongest group in the entire academy's history has been formed.
Dakota: Yes, it has indeed.
The group celebrated their decision to unite their powers, realizing that together, they would be unstoppable. The strongest group ever formed in the academy's history—an alliance that could change everything.