Meanwhile, on Cortana's world, Ezio and the group made their way through the ruins of Piltover. As they walked through the crumbling streets, they passed by remnants of advanced technology—now decayed and lifeless—and grand buildings that once stood as symbols of the city's power and influence. Ezio couldn't help but marvel at what was once a thriving hub of innovation.

"Who was in charge here before this place fell into ruin?" Ezio asked, his voice filled with amazement.

Nora, ever knowledgeable, responded as they continued walking, her tone thoughtful. "Based on the information we have, it was governed by a council. Leaders like Jayce, Mel Medarda, Heimerdinger, and others oversaw the development of Hextech and the city's defenses."

Ezio nodded as they walked further, his sharp eyes noticing the presence of a different version of Piltover Officers. He couldn't shake the feeling that something was off about them. "It seems a lot of people were taken from their worlds and forced to serve here," he remarked.

Nora nodded in agreement, her voice soft. "Cortana's influence stretches far. She's gathered forces from across the multiverse, each with their own story of how they ended up here."

They soon reached the Hall of Councils. The room was modernized, with a hologram table at its center and computers lining the walls. At the far end of the hall stood a towering figure clad in white armor—Arbiter. But this Arbiter was different from the one most would know. His demeanor was kinder, more approachable.

Ezio, seeing the alien figure for the first time, instinctively took a step back, skepticism clear in his eyes. "This... this is your leader?" he asked, his voice betraying his uncertainty.

Noticing Ezio's hesitation, Arbiter stepped forward slowly, his movements deliberate and non-threatening. "I understand your hesitation, human. I am no threat to you. My name is Arbiter, and I lead this group in our efforts against Cortana," he said gently, extending his hand for a handshake.

Ezio hesitated for a moment before cautiously reaching out to shake Arbiter's hand. "Ezio Auditore... It is... an honor," he said reluctantly.

Mirage, quick to lighten the mood, stepped in with a playful grin. "Don't let the armor fool you, Ezio. He may look intimidating, but deep down, he's a real teddy bear."

Alex Mason, standing nearby, smirked and shook his head. "A teddy bear? Yeah, right. That might be a bit of a stretch, Mirage."

Arbiter allowed himself a small smile, acknowledging the light-hearted banter that eased the tension in the room.

As they conversed, Arbiter noticed Master Chief's return from his scouting mission. The bond between them was unmistakable—over two years trapped in this world, they had developed a deep mutual respect and friendship. Arbiter stepped forward, extending his hand in greeting. "It's good to see you alive and back here again, Spartan," he said respectfully.

Master Chief took Arbiter's hand in a firm handshake, his response simple but sincere. "Likewise, Arbiter."

The two warriors shared a brief moment of understanding before Nora stepped forward, drawing Arbiter's attention back to the urgent matter at hand. "Arbiter, we need to talk to you about something that could help us get out of this universe," she said seriously.

Arbiter, his kind demeanor still evident, gestured for Nora to continue. "Go ahead, Nora. Speak."

Nora nodded and began explaining the situation, with Ezio stepping in to provide more details. "Ezio has an ability," Nora said. "He can see visions. But not just from here—he can see them from other worlds."

Ezio added, "It's true. I don't fully understand it myself, but I've seen things... people... from places far beyond this one."

Arbiter, intrigued, looked at Ezio thoughtfully. "How is that possible?" he asked.

Michael Torres, sharing the group's curiosity, chimed in. "That's what we've been wondering too. It's... something else."

Arbiter considered this for a moment, then spoke up with a suggestion. "Perhaps we should bring in someone who knows more about the multiverse."

Before anyone could respond, a confident voice interrupted from behind them. "I can help with that."

The group turned around as a new figure emerged from the shadows. It was another version of Agent Jonesy, but this one had a different energy about him—confident, laid-back, and with a hint of humor. This version of Jonesy, voiced by Ryan Reynolds, stepped forward with a grin, ready to join the conversation.

"Sorry I'm late, folks," Jonesy said light-heartedly. "I was busy tinkering with a device—got a bit carried away. But hey, better late than never, right?"

He noticed Ezio, the newcomer in the group, and couldn't resist making a joke. "Well, look who we have here! You must be the new guy. What's with the medieval cosplay? Did someone raid a Renaissance fair?"

Ezio, a bit taken aback by the humor but understanding the light-hearted nature of it, nodded and introduced himself. "I am Ezio Auditore. It's... a pleasure to meet you."

Agent Jonesy saluted playfully. "Agent Jonesy, at your service. Welcome to the weirdest adventure you've ever been on. Trust me, it only gets stranger from here."

As the introductions wrapped up, Bangalore, Mason, and Mirage decided to step back for a moment. Bangalore stretched her arms casually. "We're gonna grab something to drink. Need a minute to decompress."

Mirage nodded in agreement, still in high spirits. "Yeah, after all this craziness, I could use a little break."

Mason, still processing everything, gave a quick nod before following them out. "I'm with you on that," he added dryly.

Meanwhile, Michael Torres decided to stay behind, intrigued by the conversation and wanting to learn more, especially since he was relatively new to this world. "I'll stick around," Michael said casually. "Been here only five months—still getting the hang of things."

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The group settled in, ready to dive deeper into the discussion as the scene continued. Nora turned to Agent Jonesy, her expression serious as she began to explain the situation.

"Jonesy," Nora began, "Ezio here has an ability—he can see visions of figures not just from his world or this one, but from other worlds entirely."

Ezio, still trying to make sense of it all, asked Jonesy directly. "Do you know if something like this is possible?"

Jonesy, drawing on his knowledge of rifts, started to form a theory. "Well, considering what we know about rifts... it's possible that the rift you went through to get here might've manipulated you somehow, enhancing your abilities."

Ezio furrowed his brow, processing the information. "You're saying... the rift has somehow enhanced my Vision? It allows me to see not just where I am, but into other worlds as well?"

Jonesy nodded, noticing Ezio's confusion and elaborating further. "Exactly. Rifts can do strange things to people, especially someone with abilities like yours. It's like they've given your vision a boost, letting you peer into other realities, other worlds—ones you wouldn't normally be able to see."

Ezio slowly nodded as he understood the concept, clearly impressed by the possibilities. "Incredible... to see beyond one's own world. Such power... it could be a great advantage."

Jonesy grinned, trying to lighten the mood with a joke. "So, do you have any other abilities? Like flying, or maybe shooting lasers from your eyes?"

Ezio looked confused, not understanding the humor. "I'm not sure what you mean..."

Arbiter, finding the exchange amusing despite not fully getting the joke, let out a quick laugh. The atmosphere lightened for a moment, but then Master Chief, ever focused, turned to Nora with a serious question.

"Nora," Master Chief said directly, "even if you don't know exactly where it is, do you have any idea where we could find this device?"

Nora thought for a moment before responding. "I don't know for sure, but there's a place I visited once to scavenge parts. I never saw the device for sale there, but it's possible."

Jonesy, now curious, asked about the device they were discussing. "What's this device you're talking about?"

"It's called the Chrono Amulet," Nora explained. "It might be able to tap into Ezio's vision abilities and enhance them, making it possible to communicate with people from other universes."

Jonesy paused for a moment, processing the name, then smirked. "Chrono Amulet, huh? Sounds like something out of one of those old fantasy movies. Does it come with a wizard's staff and a magic spell book too?"

The group exchanged a variety of reactions to Agent Jonesy's mix of humor and seriousness—some amused, others more focused. But as the conversation shifted, Jonesy leaned in, his tone becoming more serious as he continued sharing what he knew.

Agent Jonesy said, "But seriously, I've heard about it before. It's said to be a powerful piece of tech—part magic, part science. If it's the real deal, it can do what you're hoping for, and maybe even more. It's supposed to connect timelines, realities... basically, it could bridge the gap between universes, letting you communicate across them. That's why it's so rare—and why it could be the key to finding out what's really going on here."

Ezio listened intently, his respect for the device growing with every word. "The Chrono Amulet..." he murmured thoughtfully.

The group absorbed the information, and Master Chief stepped forward, his voice steady and thoughtful. "That's why the device is here. It's too dangerous for her plans."

Nora nodded in agreement, her expression serious as she elaborated, "Exactly. The Chrono Amulet poses a threat to Cortana and her ambitions. It could unravel everything she's trying to do, which is why she discarded it in this place. She knows that if someone finds and uses it, they could stand in her way—and maybe even stop her from conquering the multiverse."

Ezio, his mind racing with the implications, stepped forward cautiously but with determination. "Even if Cortana discarded this device here, the world is vast. It would take months, perhaps even years or decades, to find it in this forsaken place."

Agent Jonesy, ever the optimist, grinned. "Well, in that case, we better start looking now! Anybody bring a map, or are we just winging it?"

His joke elicited a few smirks, lightening the mood slightly—except for Master Chief, who remained ever reserved, reminding everyone that, while the task was daunting, they were in it together and had faced impossible odds before.

Arbiter, always the strategist, offered a suggestion. "There's a black market I've heard about. They sell all sorts of items, devices, weapons... even people. It's possible the device we're looking for could be there."

Ezio's expression shifted as he heard the mention of "people." Suddenly, something clicked in his mind, and he turned to Arbiter, his face intense. "People? My family was taken here as well... Could they be there?"

Nora reacted to his concern, her voice filled with sympathy. "Cortana took your family too? That's terrible..."

Ezio nodded, worry etched across his face. Michael, understanding Ezio's plight all too well, spoke up. "It's possible, Ezio. Cortana took both me and my mom, and I've been searching for her ever since I got here. There's a chance your family could be there too."

The room fell into a heavy silence as the weight of their circumstances sank in. Each of them contemplated what steps to take next.

Ezio, overwhelmed by the urgency of the situation, insisted on leaving immediately. "We must leave now. Time is not our ally in this matter."

Nora, noticing his emotional state, stepped forward, trying to calm him. "Ezio, where are you going?"

"To rescue my family," Ezio responded hastily, his resolve clear in his voice.

Seeing the intensity in his eyes, Nora understood that he was acting out of fear and desperation. As he moved to leave, she grabbed his arm, anchoring him to the moment. "Ezio, wait. You need to calm down."

Ezio turned to her, his frustration boiling over as he struggled against her restraint. "Do not hold me back, Nora. You cannot comprehend the torment I've endured. I've watched as my family was threatened, nearly lost my sister to their cruelty. I felt powerless, shackled by fate. We cannot stand idly by while they risk their lives, nor can we abandon Michael's mother. To hesitate now is to condemn them to death."

Tension filled the room as Ezio's words echoed, charged with emotion. Agent Jonesy, sensing the rising heat, quietly muttered to himself, "Maybe it's time for me to go..." Slipping out unnoticed, he left the others to handle the situation.

Arbiter, ever the compassionate leader, stepped forward, his voice calm and understanding. "Ezio, I understand your pain. Believe me, I have lost people I cared about, just as you have. But rushing into danger without a plan will not save them—it will only bring more loss."

Nora, still holding onto Ezio's arm, spoke gently but with firmness. "I know what you're going through. I told you about my past back on the helicopter—I've lost my family too. But you have a chance to save yours. We just need a plan, one that ensures we get this device and rescue your family... and Michael's mother."

Michael, who had been silently watching, stepped forward, placing a comforting hand on Ezio's shoulder. "I get it, Ezio. I want to rush in just as much as you do, but they're right. We need a plan."

Ezio, reassured by their words, took a deep breath, slowly calming down. He looked at the group, his voice now steady. "What is our course of action?"

Master Chief, ever focused on strategy, offered his suggestion. "We leave three hours before nighttime. That'll give us time to scout and scan the area before we execute whatever plan we have."

Nora nodded in agreement, appreciating the logic. "This plan will work. It gives us time to prepare. When night falls, it'll be easier to sneak in, find the device, and save Ezio's family and Michael's mother."

Ezio considered the suggestion before finally agreeing, his resolve now tempered by caution. "Very well. I shall do as you suggest."

Arbiter, observing that Ezio had calmed down, gently urged him to rest, his tone both kind and authoritative. "You've been through much. Rest now. We will alert you when it's time. You must be at your best when we move forward."

Arbiter then turned his gaze to Nora and Master Chief, his tone remaining gentle but firm. "The same goes for you both. You've been out there, pushing yourselves. Take this time to rest and recharge. We'll need everyone at their best for what's to come."

Ezio nodded, grateful for the support of his new allies. Nora and Master Chief exchanged a glance, understanding the wisdom in Arbiter's words. Each of them knew that being prepared was the key to success in the mission ahead.