[Kaida walks through the ruined streets of Zerith, her mind heavy with the weight of recent events. The sky above flickers unnaturally, a reminder of The Skyward's nearly catastrophic activation. She watches as people attempt to rebuild their lives amidst the chaos.]

Kaida (internal monologue):
I stopped the weapon. But the damage is done. I was part of it, whether I like it or not.

[She passes a group of children playing in the rubble, and one of them approaches her, recognizing the armor and sword.]

Child:
"Are you the one who saved us?"

[Kaida looks down at the child, her expression unreadable. She kneels down to their level, speaking softly.]

Kaida:
"I'm not a hero, kid. Just someone trying to fix things."

[The child smiles anyway, as if understanding something deeper. Kaida stands, determination hardening in her eyes once more.]

Kaida (to herself):
There's still work to be done.