[Kaida and Aric infiltrate one of the Phoenix Syndicate's hidden bases, deep within the industrial sector of Zerith. They find themselves in a massive underground chamber filled with advanced technology salvaged from the ruins of the Skyward Project. At the center of it all stands Seraph, the enigmatic and ruthless leader of the Syndicate. She watches them from her command platform, her eyes sharp and calculating.]

Seraph (mockingly):
"Kaida Lumina. The infamous daughter of the technocrats. To what do I owe the pleasure?"

Kaida (narrowing her eyes):
"You're digging into something you don't understand. Shut it down before it's too late."

Seraph (smirking):
"You think I fear the power of the Skyward? I'm not like those fools you faced before. I know how to control it."

[Kaida steps closer, her voice low and threatening.]

Kaida:
"That power doesn't belong to anyone. Not you, not me. If you keep pushing, you'll destroy everything."

Seraph (laughing):
"Destroy? No, Kaida. I'll rebuild this world. The Phoenix rises from the ashes, stronger than before. And with the Skyward's power, I'll rise above everyone."

[Kaida grips her sword tightly, but Aric puts a hand on her shoulder, stopping her from charging.]

Aric (calmly):
"We didn't come here for a fight. Not yet."

Seraph (smiling):
"Wise choice. But don't think for a second I'll let you walk away. You're too valuable to leave unchecked."