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──❝The Usurper from the Wilds❞──

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──❝The Usurper from the Wilds❞──

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"Is everyone okay?" Yuu's voice, like a sudden jolt of electricity, abruptly interrupted [Y/n] introspective state, jolting her back to the present moment and bringing her back to reality with unmistakable clarity. The worry in his voice was like a gust of wind that swept away any lingering doubts or distractions. "Heh. Well, I can't say that was my finest moment on the field." Cater chuckled, his voice laced with a hint of self-deprecation. [Y/n] couldn't help but smile at his attempt to lighten the mood. "Thanks for the help, Jack." Deuce gratefully replied, his voice filled with genuine appreciation. "Save it. I ain't in the business of charity work." Jack replied gruffly, though there was a faint hint of amusement in his tone. 

"I'm drenched in mud over here! Let's just call it a day and go home," complained Ace, as he shrugged on his tattered jacket and wiped the dirt off his face. "Yeah, I'm gettin' pretty hungry over here," Grim added, his stomach audibly growling. "All right, Jack, we're taking off. Don't get in any accidents, you hear?" Cater called out, giving a playful wink to Jack, who huffed in response. Jack rolled his eyes and replied, "You've got a whole lotta nerve to be worrying about me. Now scram already. ......" Unbeknownst to the first years, and Cater, [Y/n] remained stood by Jack, who was yet to realize that [Y/n] was still there. 

[Y/n] cleared her throat, the sound cutting through the din of the crowded room and capturing Jack's attention. He turned his head, his eyes meeting hers, and a quizzical expression formed on his face. The corners of [Y/n]'s mouth curled up as she could see the curiosity in his gaze. "What are you still doing here?" Jack asked the tone of his voice tinged with confusion. He crossed his arms over his chest, his tail instinctively swaying back and forth behind him. The anticipation of [Y/n]'s response was evident in the way he held himself, his body language reflecting his curiosity.

"You're forgetting I'm staying here at Savanaclaw Dorm for a while," [Y/n] said, her voice laced with a gentle playfulness as she met Jack's gaze unwaveringly. Her eyes sparkled with amusement, mirroring the smile that curled her lips. The air between them seemed to crackle with a subtle energy, a shared understanding forming in that moment. "I just wanted to thank you for standing up for us," [Y/n] continued, her tone becoming softer yet more earnest. She genuinely appreciated Jack's intervention and his unwavering support. "I was worried Leona would take it too far." Jack nodded, a faint blush creeping up his cheeks as he acknowledged [Y/n]'s words. Modesty colored his response as he replied, "Yeah, well, someone had to do it." Internally, Jack was conflicted as thoughts flitted across his mind. 'How could I forget? She's been a hot topic of conversation ever since she arrived,' Jack thought, his mind wandering into the depths of his thoughts. 'No wonder Leona has been territorial with her.'

However, the gravity of the situation couldn't be ignored. [Y/n] paused for a moment, her expression becoming more serious. The warmth in her eyes softened, replaced by a flicker of concern. "Before we go our separate ways, I want you to be careful," she said, her tone conveying both caution and genuine care. "I have no doubt you can take care of yourself, but I have a strong feeling that things might escalate even further with the ongoing injuries. If you find anything that seems suspicious or dangerous, please don't hesitate to reach out to me."

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