The Furious Five and Zhen give Po a single, unified nod of determination. Without another word, they turn and leap from the edge of the courtyard. Their movements are a blur of grace and purpose as they descend toward the Valley of Peace, vanishing into the morning mist.
CLOSE UP on Po's face. He watches them go, the hard mask of the commander softening for just a moment, replaced by the deep worry of a friend sending his family into danger. The weight of his decision is visible in his eyes.
SHIFU (O.S.): "You made the right decision."
Po turns, surprised to see Master Shifu standing quietly behind him. A look of relief washes over his worried face.
PO: "Master Shifu... I hope so."
Shifu steps closer, his expression one of approval.
SHIFU: "You led them with wisdom and authority. You are ready."
He places a hand on Po's shoulder, his face softening with an emotion he rarely shows.
SHIFU: "Po... I once tried to change you, to make you more like me. I was wrong. The universe chose a panda for a reason."
Po is visibly moved by his master's words.
SHIFU: (His voice thick with emotion) "Trust your heart, Po. It has never truly failed you. I have always been proud of you."
Po, speechless for a moment, simply bows his head to his master.
PO: "Thank you, Master."
PO: (His serious demeanor melting away, replaced by his usual enthusiasm) "Well, I guess it's our turn! So, where to, Master Yang? Is there a map? Should I have packed more snacks? I only packed enough for a three-day mystical journey."
Master Yang gives a tiny, almost imperceptible smile.
MASTER YANG: "The path to Wu Dan is not on any map, Spiritual Leader. And it requires a different kind of nourishment. Follow me."
The ancient rabbit turns and begins walking up the high mountain path. Po quickly falls in step behind him, and the two begin their long journey into the unknown, leaving Shifu alone in the courtyard, watching his greatest student walk toward his destiny.