After the harrowing journey through Kunlun Mountain, Wei, Mei, Lin, Ming, Kai, and Jiro returned to the city, exhausted but determined. The success of activating the second node felt like a hard-won victory, yet it was only one part of their path. The final node awaited, and it would undoubtedly be the most challenging test.
When they arrived back at the city it was already night so they had all decided to meet up with mr Shen. at the pawnshop, Mr. Shen greeted them with a reserved nod, his keen eyes noting the weariness in their postures. "You've done well," he said, his voice carrying a rare note of approval. "But the final node is unlike the others. This one will test not only your strength but your unity, and it will demand sacrifices."
Wei's jaw tightened. "We're ready. Whatever it takes to end this."
