Chandra’s head whipped toward the door. At this moment, the commotion outside reached its peak.

“There are enemies breaching!"

"I-It's Vardala! Vardala’s back!"

There were shouts, followed by a series of screams.

‘Vardala?’ Chandra couldn't believe it. She thought that he was dead. After all, she had not gotten any updates about him for so long. But now, the almost extinguished hope in her heart was reignited.

She peered through the slit of the door but she could barely discern anything. All she saw were people outside engaged in a battle.

A sharp voice then echoed, "Where’s Chandra?! Give her to me!"

It was Vardala!

Chandra was overjoyed. Unable to contain her excitement, she shouted, "Vardala! I'm here!"

Vardala heard her and rushed in her direction. Suddenly, he saw Bhaskara dash out in front of him.

Bhaskara seemed extremely excited. "I was wondering who it was. I didn’t expect it to be you, Vardala. You're still alive after so many years. How truly shocking!”

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