The group found themselves sitting back in the cozy common room of the shop after a grueling day in the Tower of Million Races. The battle on the eighth floor had been unlike anything they'd experienced before, each second demanding their utmost focus just to stay alive. It was clear that the Tower wasn't just testing their physical strength anymore—it was testing their resolve, their ability to adapt, and their mental fortitude.
Kang Ji Ren, Drakken's eager apprentice, watched the group with wide eyes, impressed by their sheer perseverance. Though he wasn't yet ready to join them in their trials, he was deeply involved in their journey, learning from their every move.
"You guys really don't take breaks, do you?" he asked, admiration laced in his voice. He glanced between Drakken, his imposing master, and the Realm Lord, whose calm presence seemed to fill the room.
