Kaizen took a step back and looked toward the horizon, where the dense forest stretched out like a green carpet. He knew there was much to be done, and time was not on his side. He turned back to Gieneno, now with a more determined expression on his face.
"We must go to where Zukas and Cephal fought," Kaizen said, his voice filled with urgency. "They have destroyed much of the forest, and we cannot leave them without guidance. Besides, we need to make sure they're on our side in this battle."
Gieneno nodded, still feeling the adrenaline coursing through his veins after the intense conversation with Kaizen. There was a new determination in his heart, but he knew the road ahead would be arduous.