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The chaos of the attack echoed in Dabi's ears as he steadied his breath, preparing for the confrontation ahead.
Amidst the panic, his mind wandered back to the enemy's sudden appearance,
his thoughts racing to piece together how things had escalated to this point.
Why would someone dare attack Astral Heaven Academy so brazenly?
The academy, renowned for its might and legacy, was supposed to be impenetrable, a safe haven.
As he gathered his thoughts, a flashback unfolded in his mind, revealing the dark past of the man now threatening their sanctuary.
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Flashback: Fifteen Years Ago
In the grand, dimly lit halls of Astral Heaven Academy, a promising young teacher named Malakar thrived.
He was brilliant, magnetic, the kind of person who could command attention with a mere glance or a few well-chosen words.
