Back at the bunker, the air was heavy with exhaustion but filled with relief. The mission's success weighed on them all in different ways.
Arjun sat alone, quietly cleaning Gandivam. Ved approached and sat beside him.
Ved:
"You did well out there. That final shot… it was more than skill. It was heart."
Arjun glanced up, a small smile breaking through.
Arjun:
"I couldn't have done it without all of you."
In the training room, Nikki playfully nudged Dev as he fanned his cards absentmindedly.
Nikki:
"You and those cards. Ever think of taking a break?"
Dev smirked.
Dev:
"Strategy never rests. But maybe I'll let the beast take over next time."
They laughed, the tension easing between them.
Narayana stood at the bunker's edge, gazing at the stars. Karan joined silently, standing beside him.
Narayana:
"It's strange… how we're all connected, yet each of us fights our own battles."
Karan nodded, eyes distant.
Karan:
"Some battles are harder when they're within."
In the command room, the Founder reviewed mission data but looked up as the team entered.
Founder:
"You've taken a great step forward. But remember, your strength lies not just in your powers, but in your trust and unity."
He paused, eyes softening.
Founder:
"Hold onto that — it will be tested in ways you can't yet imagine."
Later that night, the Divine Descendants gathered in the common room, sharing stories, hopes, and fears. Arjun raised a cup.
Arjun:
"To us — to friendship, to the fight, and to the future we'll build together."
They raised their cups, a quiet but powerful vow in the flickering light.
The bunker's heavy doors opened, and Karan stepped inside, his presence commanding yet quietly uncertain. The team fell silent, eyes fixed on the neutral brother who now stood with them.
Founder:
"Karan, the last piece of our puzzle. Welcome."
Karan nodded, his gaze steady.
Karan:
"I'm here to help. To understand. These astras… their power is immense — and dangerous. We need to know everything if we're to wield them responsibly."
Later, Karan sat before the vast digital archives, ancient texts and glowing holograms swirling around him. Pages and data streams detailed the origins, powers, and limits of each astra.
Karan (muttering to himself):
"Brahmastra… Pashupatastra… each more deadly than the last."
He paused on a faded manuscript, tracing the symbols with a finger.
Karan:
"There's more here — hidden knowledge, maybe even a way to counter the Kauravas' growing power."
Karan gathered the team around a holographic map of astras and their current locations.
Karan:
"We can predict where the Kauravas might strike next. And perhaps find a way to seal their astras permanently."
Narayana leaned in, nodding.
Narayana:
"With knowledge, we gain the upper hand."
That night, Karan confided in Arjun.
Karan:
"I've been distant for too long. It's time to fight… with you."
Arjun clapped him on the shoulder.
Arjun:
"Welcome to the team, brother."
The morning sun cast long shadows across the bunker as Karan prepared to leave.
The team gathered outside, their expressions a mix of hope and determination.
Karan:
"This is where I part ways for now. I need to dig deeper into the secrets of the astras. Maybe what I find will change everything."
Arjun stepped forward, clasping Karan's forearm firmly.
Arjun:
"Stay safe, brother. We'll need you — sooner than you think."
Nikki smiled, mounting her divine beast.
Nikki:
"The quest begins. Let's bring those astras home."
With a final nod, the Divine Descendants rode out, their hearts set on reclaiming their legacy and stopping the Kauravas once and for all.