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Moment of Reflection:
After the ceremony concluded, Dabi took a moment to reflect on his journey.
Despite the mixed feelings regarding Cedric's victory, he had proven himself worthy among the elite of the academy.
He could see how far he had come, and the support from his friends reassured him that he was on the right path.
"Hey, Dabi!" Karis called, snapping him from his thoughts. "You did great out there! Top two is amazing!"
"Yeah, it's not a bad position," Dabi replied, forcing a smile. "But I can't help but feel like I could have done better."
Asha stepped beside him, placing a comforting hand on his shoulder.
"You should be proud!
The pendant will help you tremendously, and we all know you have the potential to go even further."
"Thanks, guys. I appreciate it," Dabi said, feeling a warmth in their camaraderie.
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Facing the Future:
