Stephanie's POV:As I reached the disciplinary office, my footsteps slowed, and I stopped abruptly when I saw them stepping out. They had their usual commanding presence, their sharp gazes landing on me as I struggled to catch my breath. My chest heaved up and down from running, but their piercing stares made me momentarily forget my exhaustion. “Are you being chased?” Alas asked, his voice carrying a teasing edge. I shook my head, my breathing still uneven, and turned my gaze toward Ares, whose expression was unreadable. “I just wanted to tell you guys how thankful I am,” I began, my voice trembling slightly. “When no one else in this entire school had the courage to step in, when nobody cared enough to stop Akira from ruining my face, you guys showed up. You stopped her. You saved me.” I paused, swallowing hard as I tried to gather my thoughts. Their gazes remained fixed on me, unyielding yet patient, as if they were waiting for me to continue. “Thank you so much,” I said
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