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After receiving the unique shields as rewards for defeating the Forest Boss, Dabi stood for a moment, feeling the weight of his victory settle in.
The boss fight had pushed him to his limits, but it was worth every struggle.
The shields, glowing with an ethereal light, were more than just tools for defense they symbolized his progress, his growing strength, and the promise he had made to protect his family.
As he stared at the shields in his hands, thoughts of Eli and Mira filled his mind.
He had fought for them, to keep them safe. And now, he had something tangible to offer them something that would help protect them when he wasn't there.
With a purposeful stride, Dabi made his way back home, the shields tucked under his arm.
Eli and Mira were waiting for him, as always, their faces lighting up the moment he walked through the door.
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"Here you go, Eli, Mira," Dabi said, his voice soft but full of warmth, handing each of them a shield that shimmered with a magical aura.
"These will help keep you safe when I'm not around."
Mira's eyes sparkled with excitement as she ran her fingers along the intricate carvings on the shield's surface. "Wow, Dabi! It's so beautiful! Thank you!"
Eli, ever the more energetic of the two, grinned from ear to ear.
"This is awesome! I can use it in training, right?" he asked, gripping the shield tightly as if he were ready to charge into battle that very moment.
Dabi chuckled, ruffling Eli's hair. "Not yet, but you'll get there. For now, just keep it safe."
Seeing the joy and awe in their expressions filled Dabi with a deep sense of satisfaction.
He had always felt the burden of responsibility for his younger siblings, especially after their parents had passed.
But moments like this when he could see their faces light up with hope and excitement made all the challenges worth it.
With his siblings secured, Dabi decided it was time to take a well-deserved break.
After weeks of intense training and dangerous missions, he longed to spend some quality time with Eli and Mira.
He needed to reconnect, to remind himself why he was fighting so hard in the first place.
"How about we go to the park today?" Dabi suggested, flashing them a rare, genuine smile.
"Yes!" Mira squealed, jumping up and down with excitement. "Let's go, let's go!"
Eli, not to be outdone, grabbed Dabi's hand. "I'm going to race you there!"
The trio spent the entire afternoon at the park, laughing and playing without a care in the world.
They played hide-and-seek, Dabi pretending not to notice Eli's loud footsteps as he tried to sneak up on him.
Mira gathered flowers and spun in circles, her laughter filling the air like music.
They even had a small picnic under the shade of a large tree, sharing stories about their day and talking about the future.
For the first time in a while, Dabi allowed himself to relax.
He wasn't the "Protector" today, or the one with the weight of the world on his shoulders.
He was simply a brother, spending time with the two people who meant the most to him.
As the sun began to set, casting a golden glow over the park, Dabi sat back and soaked in the moment. For now, everything felt perfect.
But even in moments of peace, Dabi's mind was always ticking.
His intelligence, now surpassing 50, had granted him the ability to see other people's stats.
A part of him was curious what kind of potential did his siblings have?
They had grown up in this world of gates and monsters just like he had, and he knew they had to have some talents of their own.
"Hey," Dabi said, grinning mischievously, "Let me check your stats."
Mira and Eli exchanged puzzled glances, not quite understanding what he meant. Dabi, focusing his energy, activated his Stats Insight ability.
A shimmering screen appeared before him, displaying his siblings' stats in detail.
System Notification: Stats Insight Activated
Mira's Stats
Level:10
Skills:
1.Elemental Spark- A basic ability to manipulate small flames.
2. Nature's Embrace-A skill that allows her to temporarily accelerate the growth of plants.
Eli's Stats:
Level:8
Skills:
1. Shadow Dash- A basic ability to momentarily increase his speed, allowing him to evade attacks.
2. Tiny Tornado- A skill that creates a small whirlwind to disrupt enemies.
Dabi raised his eyebrows in surprise, genuinely impressed. "Wow, you both have some pretty awesome skills!" he said, turning to face them.
"Mira, those abilities could really come in handy one day, especially in battle. And Eli, that Shadow Dash is going to make you tough to catch!"
Mira blushed at the compliment, her smile wide and proud. "I've been practicing my mana! I can make a bigger mana ball now!"
Eli, on the other hand, puffed out his chest with exaggerated confidence. "I can run fast like you now, Dabi! I'll be the fastest in town!"
Dabi laughed, shaking his head. "Keep practicing, and you'll both grow stronger. You'll be unstoppable before long."
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As night fell and the stars began to dot the sky, the three of them made their way home.
The cool evening breeze rustled the leaves as they walked, their steps light with the contentment of the day well-spent.
Dabi felt a deep sense of gratitude. His siblings were safe, and they were getting stronger.
The shields he had given them would protect them, but so would their own abilities.
For Dabi, the road ahead was still long and filled with uncertainty, but he knew one thing for sure whatever challenges awaited them, they would face them together, as a family.
He glanced at Eli and Mira, their faces still glowing with the joy of the day, and felt his resolve harden.
He had fought hard to protect them, and he would keep fighting for as long as it took.
This was only the beginning of their journey. But with the strength they were building,
Dabi knew they were ready for whatever came next.
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