Dimension System: SSS Rank Talent Awakening

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She has proven her loyalty time and again, and her knowledge is invaluable to our family."

A murmur rippled through the room, but Ravier raised a hand to quiet it.

"However," he continued, his gaze settling on Dabi, "her return comes with conditions.

Dabi, your role in this family is no longer optional.

You've proven your strength and intelligence, but now it's time to decide how you will serve the Asterius legacy."

The room fell silent as all eyes turned to Dabi. He clenched his fists, his mind racing.

"I'll serve," he said finally, his voice steady, "but on my terms."

Ravier's lips curved into a faint smile. "We'll see."

As the meeting concluded, Dabi couldn't shake the feeling that the real challenges were only beginning.

The day goes by without any other event.

Dabi and his siblings Eli and Mira only visited the garden, spend rest of the time doing nothing.

Then next day-

The morning sun streamed through the grand hall's stained glass windows, casting colorful patterns onto the polished floor.

Dabi stood in the center of the room, surrounded by members of the Asterius family, each seated in ornately carved chairs.

At the far end of the room, Ravier presided like a judge, his stern gaze fixed on Dabi.

Ravier took everyone attention. Today there will a test for Dabi. "This is a trial of loyalty," Ravier announced.

"Our family's unity is fragile, and it is imperative we determine where each member stands. Today, Dabi will defend his claim to bring back Nazu Asterius."

Murmurs rippled through the hall.

One of Dabi's most vocal critics, Lord Cedric, rose from his seat.

"With all due respect, Grand Duke, why should this... outsider" his voice dripped with disdain..."have any say in the affairs of our family?

Why a royal family servant will be released from her duty, because of someone who doesn't have any contributions to the family.

He has no understanding of the sacrifices required of us."

Dabi felt the heat of many eyes on him, some curious, others hostile. Yet, he met Cedric's gaze calmly.

"I may not have grown up within these walls," Dabi began, his voice steady, "but I understand sacrifice better than most.

My parents were taken from me my family was broken because of the dangers tied to these very gates.

My siblings and I have fought to survive in a world that offered us nothing. She was the only person that look after us.

I simply want her back. She might be a servant for you. But she is family for me and my siblings.

Gasps echoed through the hall, but Cedric sneered. "Words are cheap. What proof do you have of your worth?"

The trial quickly shifted into a formal debate. Dabi, despite his disdain for the theatrics, remained composed as he addressed each question hurled at him.

One uncle, Lord Vincent, leaned forward.

"What makes you think you can bring Nazu back safely when even our most experienced operatives have failed?"

Dabi responded with do you mean to bring her back safely. It's she one the other house of Asterius family.

Ravier quickly respond. We send her on a important mission. We lost all contact with her.

The test for you is too go and bring her back from there. If you succeed then she will be in release from her duty.

Another mystery has confused Dabi's mind. What fuck is happening. Why they lie to me.

Let's not think about that for now. Right now I need rescue her from whatever place she is in.

Okay I will do it. Just tell me what to do.

Ravier said, are you sure you will succeed? Other have failed the task.

Dabi replied, yes I am sure.

"Because I have something they lacked an unshakable reason to succeed. This isn't about politics or power for me.

It's about family. And that determination gives me an edge no training can replicate."

Another aunt chimed in. "And what of your siblings? You've brought children into this estate, into the heart of a dangerous game. How do you justify that?"

Dabi's jaw tightened, but his tone remained firm. "My siblings are my strength.

They remind me of what I'm fighting for and have already proven their worth by uncovering truths that some of you have chosen to ignore."

The subtle jab landed. Several members of the audience shifted uncomfortably, and a few even nodded in approval.

Just as Cedric prepared to counter, Althea stepped forward, her elegant figure commanding attention.

"If I may," she said, her voice clear and strong, "Dabi's actions and words speak volumes about his character.
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Unlike many of us, he isn't shackled by old prejudices or fear of failure.

Instead of questioning his worth, perhaps we should be asking what we can learn from his resilience."

Her words caused a stir. Althea, as the daughter of a powerful noble family, wielded considerable influence.

Her public support for Dabi was unexpected, and it silenced several critics.

Althea didn't leave the Asterius family yet. She is a guest of them. So no one is arguing with her for now.

Ravier, observing the shift in the room, raised a hand. "Enough.

The purpose of this trial was not to divide us further but to test Dabi's resolve. He has proven himself today. The matter is settled."

Dabi let out a slow breath, his eyes briefly meeting Althea's. She gave him a subtle nod, and he felt a flicker of gratitude.

Meanwhile, Eli and Mira found themselves in their own adventure.

While wandering the estate, they overheard two servants whispering in a shadowed corridor.

The words "Ravier's downfall" and "secret meeting" caught their attention.

"Did you hear that?" Mira whispered, pulling Eli behind a nearby pillar.

"I did," Eli whispered back, his mischievous grin replaced with a serious expression.

"We need to follow them."

The siblings trailed the servants to a hidden chamber beneath the estate.

Through a crack in the door, they spied several nobles including Lord Cedric huddled around a table, their voices hushed but heated.

"We can't let Ravier continue to consolidate power," one noble hissed.

"This family is crumbling under his rule."

Cedric nodded. "And if Dabi succeeds in bringing Nazu back, it will only strengthen his position. We need to act before that happens."

Eli clenched his fists. "They're plotting against Grandfather," he muttered.

"And against us," Mira added.

The siblings quickly retreated, determined to warn Dabi.

They run from there to tell Dabi everything. They finds Dabi inside the hall room.

When Eli and Mira recounted what they had witnessed, Dabi's face darkened.

"Good work," he said, his voice low. "But we need proof before we act."

But next time don't do anything like that.

It was very dangerous, what if someone saw you?

You both are just kids. You don't have act like an adult. Promise me you will never do anything like that again.

Both siblings understand what Dabi said. Mira tells, I am sorry dabi. We were just curious.

We promise you we will never do anything like that. Eli also nods, says sorry to Dabi.

The next day, both of them already forgot what Dabi said. They trying to help Dabi.

Mira befriended one of the implicated servants, using her charm to gather more information.

Eli, meanwhile, trying to slipped into the hidden chamber to recover a document left behind after the meeting.

Dabi was also there at that time looking for something as proof. Eli seeing dabi runs from there.

'Dabi finds some documents in the room as proof of their plan.'

The evidence Dabi gathered was damning letters detailing plans to undermine Ravier's leadership and even references to sabotaging Dabi's trial.

That evening, Dabi presented the evidence to Ravier in a private meeting.

The grand duke studied the documents, his expression unreadable.

"You've done well," Ravier said finally, his voice heavy. "But this is only the beginning. If they're willing to go this far, they won't stop here."

Determined to confront the conspirators directly, Dabi sought out Cedric in the estate's training grounds.

The older man was practicing his swordplay, his strikes sharp and precise.

"Cedric," Dabi called, his voice cold.

The lord turned, his eyes narrowing. "What do you want?"

"I want answers," Dabi said, stepping closer. "Why are you so determined to tear this family apart?

And what do you know about Aunt Nazu's disappearance?"

Cedric smirked, lowering his sword. "You think you're clever, don't you? But you're in over your head, boy."

"Maybe," Dabi replied, his gaze unwavering.

"But if you're hiding something that puts my family in danger, I'll find out. And when I do, you'll regret underestimating me."

For a moment, Cedric seemed taken aback by Dabi's intensity. But then his smirk returned.

"Careful, Dabi," Cedric said, his tone mocking. "You might not like what you uncover."

As Cedric walked away, Dabi's resolve hardened. The battle for his family's future was far from over, but he was ready for whatever came next.

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