The defeat of The Shade marked a turning point for Echo City. Word spread quickly, and for the first time in years, the city breathed a sigh of relief. The Null Order's grip had been broken, and the people reclaimed their city with renewed hope.

Kei, Teri, and Ignis stood at the edge of the Guardians' base, overlooking the bustling streets below. They watched as the citizens celebrated, their joy lighting up the city in ways they had never seen before.

Rylan joined them, a rare smile on his face. "You did it. Echo City owes you a debt it can never repay."

Kei looked at her friends, a soft smile tugging at her lips. "We didn't do it alone. We had help—more than we could have ever imagined."

As they looked out over the city, a shimmering rift appeared in the sky, flickering with the colors of the Fourth Wall. It was a reminder that their journey wasn't over, that somewhere beyond, a vast universe of worlds and adventures awaited them.

Teri placed a hand on Kei's shoulder, his expression filled with warmth. "So, what's next? Think there's another world out there that needs saving?"

Kei smiled, her gaze fixed on the rift. "Maybe. But for now... let's enjoy this moment."

Together, they stood side by side, watching as the sun rose over Echo City, casting light on a future they had fought to protect.

As they watched, Kei felt a quiet certainty: no matter where their journey took them, they would always be connected—not just to each other, but to the endless possibilities beyond the Fourth Wall. And as long as they believed in hope, in freedom, and in each other, they would always find a way forward.

The End... for now.