[Kaida and Aric join forces once more, but tension lingers between them as they delve into the depths of Zerith's underworld. They uncover hidden tunnels beneath the city, where a shadowy faction is amassing resources. As they creep through the labyrinthine tunnels, Kaida's wrist console picks up faint traces of the same energy signature from The Skyward.]

Kaida (whispering):
"This energy... it's coming from below. They've tapped into something."

Aric (quietly):
"Maybe they're trying to reactivate what you shut down. Or worse, build something new."

[They reach a massive underground chamber filled with ancient technology, older than anything Kaida has seen before. Standing in the center is a figure in a long cloak, their face hidden behind a metallic mask. The air crackles with energy as they speak.]

Masked Figure:
"You're too late, Kaida. The future is already in motion."

Kaida (raising her sword):
"Not if I stop it."