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Dabi's heart raced as he looked at Zarek, the looming threat before him.
The battle had escalated quickly, and he could feel the weight of their situation pressing down on him.
Every fiber of his being urged him to fight, but the pain in his shoulder throbbed painfully, a reminder of the dark tendril that had struck him moments ago.
Loira stood next to him, her aura flickering like a candle in the wind.
The worry etched across her face reflected his own fears.
They were at a significant disadvantage, and the urgency of their situation weighed heavily on him.
Dabi reached into his pocket, pulling out the one-time healing item he had obtained during a level 80 mission.
It was a rare treasure, infused with powerful energy capable of restoring vitality.
"Loira!" he exclaimed, holding it out to her. "Use this. It'll help you recover."
