The warrior had tested his strength, determination, and unwavering perseverance on the arduous journey to reclaim the mystical artifact. Now, with the Mountain Fire safely in his hands, he held the key to restoring the vital weapon that could change the course of the war.

Approaching the command center, a palpable tension filled the air. The usual hum of activity had been replaced by frantic noises and hurried footsteps. Something was amiss. With a growing sense of unease, the warrior quickened his pace, his heart pounding with anticipation.

Upon entering the command center, chaos and panic greeted him. People scurried back and forth, preparing for the war that would happen sooner than expected. The warrior's eyes scanned the room, searching for answers amidst the madness.

Amidst the sea of anxious expressions, he spotted a familiar face—the experienced commander, known for his defiant resolve. Urgently, the warrior approached him, seeking clarity in the turbulent scene.

"Commander," he called out, his voice filled with curiosity. "Why is everyone in such a panic?"

The commander turned to him, his face showing signs of fatigue. "Warrior," he began gravely, "Our intelligence reports confirmed that our enemies decided to launch their attacks earlier than we anticipated. We don't have much time left."

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Understanding the reason behind the enemy's early attack, the warrior realized they had failed to capture the weapon and retreated from the east.

In the midst of the conversation, the battle architect approached the warrior anxiously, inquiring about the mountain fire.

"Warrior, you did it. What about the Mountain Fire?"

The warrior slowly handed the flower to the battle architect, placing it in his hands. With hope on his face, the battle architect addressed the commander and the warrior.

"If you give me a few minutes, I can get the weapon working again."

The commander delivered a negative response to the situation. "Unfortunately, we don't have that much time, battle architect. We have to hit the road right away."

A sense of despair rose within the warrior as he realized there was no time to fix the weapon. However, he was not one to give up easily.

With a determined glint in his eyes, the warrior confidently spoke, "If we can buy you some time, can you get the weapon working?"

Surprised by his words, the battle architect expressed his desire to win the war like the others. "If you can buy me some time, I'll do my best."

Allowing his words to settle, the warrior continued, "Alright then. I'll draw their attention in the battle. The commander's men will protect you until you fix the weapon. This way, we'll have a chance to attack."

After studying the warrior for a moment, the commander nodded solemnly. "I've never seen anyone as brave as you before. I like your way of thinking," he said with a hint of admiration. "The warrior is right; only this way can we succeed and make our king proud."

Stepping into the chaos outside, the warrior acknowledged that the road ahead was fraught with danger and uncertainty. Yet, he remained hopeful and resilient—the embodiment of unwavering determination.