Ep. 148: Asta and allies escape, defeat a dragon, and convince Believers to return home after royal apologies.

Asta, Noelle, and Secre escape while Nozel and Fuegoleon arrive, triggering a dragon attack from the strong magic region. The Black Bulls defeat the beast, shocking Dazu and Bow. Vangeance and Damnatio arrive; Vangeance notes most Believers committed no crimes, while Yami highlights his own rise as a commoner captain. Nozel and Fuegoleon apologize for discrimination and promise societal improvement, with Vangeance revealing his scars to show commitment. Convinced, most Believers return home. Damnatio exiles Dazu, Bow, and three former Magic Parliament members. They reject a portal to a safe destination, choosing to walk through the magic region toward the Spade kingdom to seek devil powers. Dazu returns Asta’s Grimoire, prompting Asta to vow to improve Clover society. The departing Believers warn that without change, others will finish their work. Asta returns home with his Grimoire.

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