Shadow of Dawn

💥ℭ𝔥𝔞𝔭𝔱𝔢𝔯 4: ℑ𝔫𝔱𝔢𝔯𝔢𝔰𝔱𝔦𝔫𝔤 𝔈𝔫𝔠𝔬𝔲𝔫𝔱𝔢𝔯💥

Me: Here's chapter 4~ Can anyone see the reference I put in this chapter~? :3 Enjoy~

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One Week Later

Kung Lao and Mei set out on their journey to the next village, their mission clear but their paths soon to diverge. As they approached the village outskirts, Kung Lao turned to Mei, his eyes serious yet understanding.

"Let's split up here. We can cover more ground separately. Stay sharp," he said, giving her a reassuring nod before they parted ways.

Mei wandered through the bustling village, her senses heightened, aware of every detail around her. As she explored, a shadowy figure emerged from the alleyways, moving with an eerie grace. The stranger approached her, his face partially obscured by a hood.

"Beware," he warned in a hushed tone. "There is a man, working for the one who seeks to destroy this world. His name is Liu Kang."

Mei's eyes widened, her mind racing. "What does he look like?" she asked, her voice steady despite the unease creeping into her heart.

The stranger described Liu Kang: "He is a formidable warrior with strong features, a determined gaze, and a red bandana tied around his head. You will know him when you see him."

With that, the stranger melted back into the shadows, leaving Mei to process the grave warning. She clenched her fists tightly, her resolve firm. She knew that encountering Liu Kang was inevitable, and she would need all her skills and wits to face what lay ahead. Relaxing her fists, she walked around more. She was just glad she kept her Koins, which she had gotten from doing random jobs, dealing with thieves, etc. She sees a better, and cleaner cloak. 

After buying the new cloak and wandering through the village, Mei felt a strange presence. Someone was following her. She decided to lead them away from the village, heading toward the outskirts. As she ventured into the forest, she could hear the quiet steps of her pursuer.

Once she felt they were far enough from the village, she stopped, her senses on high alert. The presence drew closer, and she spun around, hood up, to face her follower.

"Who are you? And why are you following me!"

Liu Kang emerged from the shadows, his expression calm but curious. "I apologize for startling you. I mean no harm. My name is Liu Kang," he introduced himself, his tone respectful.

Mei's face hardened at his name. "Liu Kang... I've heard about you," she said coldly, her fists clenching. "You're the one who wants to destroy my world."

Liu Kang's eyes widened in surprise. "No, you've got it all wrong! I'm not your enemy!"

Ignoring his words, Mei launched into a fierce attack, her movements swift and powerful. Liu Kang blocked her strikes, his defense solid. "Please, listen to me!" he pleaded, dodging and parrying her blows. "I'm not here to harm you!"

But Mei wouldn't be swayed. "I won't listen to a monster who seeks to destroy everything I care about!" she shouted, her attacks growing more intense.

Liu Kang continued to defend, his voice desperate. "I've been deceived by the same person who's deceiving you! I'm not evil! I was the Champion of the last Mortal Kombat, fighting to protect Earthrealm!"

Mei paused for a split second, her eyes filled with confusion. "What are you talking about?"

Liu Kang seized the opportunity, attempting to disarm her. "You've been lied to. The real enemy is using us both."

"Lies!"

But Mei's resolve returned, and she pressed her attack, refusing to let his words sway her. Their fight intensified, the clash of their skills sending echoes through the forest. Liu Kang parried her blows, his movements are fluid and precise, while Mei's attacks were fierce and unrelenting.