The clash between Mr. E and Harumi was intense, their combat skills evenly matched. As they exchanged blows, memories of their past lives as Ethan and Master Hiryu flooded back. Deep down, Mr. E knew that he had to find a way to reach the person Harumi used to be, the person he had once loved like a sister.

In the midst of the battle, Mr. E seized an opportunity to disarm Harumi. Instead of delivering a final blow, he extended a hand and said, "Harumi, this isn't who we were meant to be. There's still a chance for redemption."

Harumi hesitated, her mask of loyalty cracking. She looked at the hand offered to her and, for a moment, the shadows that had enveloped her heart seemed to waver.