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The air was still in the ruins of what once was King Malik’s kingdom. Levi, Zara, and Mike stepped cautiously among the remnants of shattered walls and scorched earth, the silence of the desolate landscape pressing heavily against them. The devastation was profound, evidence of a cataclysmic battle that had left nothing but ruin in its wake.147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhqMnEs8ecV
As they advanced through the debris, a palpable sense of leftover energy pulsed through the air. It was a familiar aura, one that resonated deeply with each of them. “This energy… it’s Zack’s,” Mike murmured, his voice barely above a whisper, as if afraid to disturb the quiet that enveloped the area.147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡqR3bJ4374O
The revelation sharpened their senses, focusing their attention on the traces of power that lingered. Mike, with his keen perception, was the first to pinpoint the direction of the residual energy. It was astonishingly potent, indicating that Zack was not only here but that he had been a central force in the destruction.147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTSX4gWTmB9
Before they could process this further, a voice called out from behind them. “Hey.”147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9NyQMc3Ple
Startled, they spun around to see Zack standing atop a mound of rubble. His appearance was as sudden as it was unexpected, his posture relaxed despite the chaos around him.
Zara’s initial relief at seeing Zack alive was quickly overshadowed by frustration. “Where have you been all this time?” she demanded, her words tinged with anger and concern.147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJXbpymc0MP
Zack’s expression was somber, his eyes reflecting a turmoil that went deeper than the physical scars of battle. “I realized I was wrong to oppose Lyn,” he confessed, his voice low. “My thoughts were irrational, driven by emotion rather than reason. But I couldn’t live with my own failure… and so, I sought revenge.”147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡuyB24mOtIj
Mike stepped forward, his demeanor earnest. “Zack, please come back with us. Help us with our mission,” he pleaded, hoping to bridge the gap that had formed between them.147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6PVsEjkExr
Zack shook his head, a determined glint in his eyes. “I wish I could, but there are things I must do here in the Land of Spade. My duty isn’t fulfilled yet,” he stated, his resolve clear.147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡO5BYUbg1Ni
Mike’s offer hung in the air, but Zack was firm in his refusal. “I’ll return when I can, when my task is complete,” he promised. Then, with a faint smile that didn’t quite reach his eyes, he added, “Take care of each other.”147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTR2G9TKQYS
With those final words, Zack vanished from their sight, his presence fading as quickly as it had appeared. The lingering aura that they had tracked was now gone, leaving no trace behind, rendering him untraceable once again.147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdGA0seNzod
The trio stood in silence, each lost in their thoughts about Zack’s mysterious path and the unresolved issues that lay between them. Despite the unresolved tensions, they knew they had to press forward.147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPN14hnAcqi
Levi finally broke the silence, his voice steady yet thoughtful. “We need to continue. There are bigger battles ahead, and we must be ready,” he declared, his leadership pulling them back to the reality of their mission.147Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡj5oJMdc1wE
