In the Node Temple, Maude wore a solemn expression.
He extended his hand, pressing it against the chest of the human form before him, exhaling deeply to quell the tumult within, and murmured to himself, "After such a lengthy scheming, and nearly facing a setback along the way, all preparations are now complete. At last, I can embark on a new beginning..."
Upon uttering these words, Maude's physique began to transform.
The once ethereal remnants of his spirit became even more insubstantial, flowing like a stream of gray-black energy along his arm and continuously infusing the human body. With the infusion of this shadowy essence, the lifeless form stirred to life.
Moments later, the human figure sat up.
He gazed at his own arms, then gently closed his eyes to attune to his current state, unable to contain a jubilant laugh, "I have finally succeeded!"
This marked the resurgence of Maude.
