Kung Fu Panda 3: The Shadow, The Eagle, The Dragon, and The Phoenix

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Disclaimer: I Do not own Kung Fu Panda. All characters (excluding OC's) are property of Dreamworks Animation.

Chapter 1 Morning

The sun began to finally trickle over the far-off hills to the south. The Valley began to stir and yawn as a whole as the first rays of morning lightly ticked their faces.

I never understood why I now enjoyed these early morning hours; perhaps it was my recently new gift of Inner Peace. A gift I received thanks to one of my goofier, yet dedicated students. If only Master Oogway could see him now. A fully respected member of the Palace; someone who had saved China twice from horrible fates. I honestly couldn't have wished for better student than Po our Dragon Warrior. Even though I constantly tease him of his first day here in the halls of the Jade Palace, he has given us laughter again, and given himself to China as a symbol of hope.

My ear twitched as more light flooded through the branches of the Sacred Peach Tree and into my eyes. I quietly observed the town as neighbors and families ventured out into the morning for breakfast, work, and play.

Not breaking my train of thought, I continued to wonder if the peace after Shen's defeat would last. 'It has been two months now and not even a bandit raid has occurred.' My thoughts pondered. 'How could we be so lucky? If this keeps up the students will forget what true combat feels like.'

I had to chuckle at the last thought. 'How could anyone in this Palace forget what combat is like? Especially Tigress.' That last thought caused me to smirk and realize that if I didn't move now the students wouldn't wake on time.

"That's something we cannot have" declaring out loud with a start. I began to turn and walk back towards the barracks where the students slept. Using the cane Master Oogway had given me the night of his passing, I made my way through the hall past the kitchen. Taking some time for a brief stop and observe the small room where Po always seemed to be, 'even if he is on a 'diet'' I thought. Continuing on I made my way to the small closest which housed the morning gong and gently moved it from its place. During even this simple motion I could hear the students stir, preparing to jump out and say their "Good morning Master!" Picking up the small mallet to beat the gong I let it rest in my hand for a brief second. Feeling its smooth wood grip, then with almost full force, beat it into the gong.

"Good morning Master!" voices called out to me. With my ears still ringing from the gong I replied, " Good morning stu-…PANDA!" He still hasn't learned to wake up after all this time has he?

"Panda wake up!" I shouted through the door before entering. His bed was nicely made, with no sign of mess or him for that matter.

"Ehh. Has anyone seen Po?" The Five shook their heads.

"Perhaps he's already preparing breakfast you know how he is." Suggested Mantis helpfully.

"No he is not in the kitchen, and he still isn't unless he can turn invisible and walk right by me" I replied.

"You never know with Po." Monkey stated with a little chuckle.

"Yes but we all know Po cannot be silent, especially when he walks, especially on these floors. Correct me if I'm wrong Master Monkey." I returned with a little less enthusiasm.

"Should we look for him Master?" asked Viper in a concerned tone.

"Yes, but do not fret I'm sure he is around the Palace grounds. When you find him you may eat. Then meet me in the Training Hall."

The others replied with a swift "Yes Master!" and shot off looking for Po.

I began to think to myself again, 'Po has truly left a mark on us all. Big enough mark that we become concerned when he has most likely just gotten up a bit earlier than the rest of us.' Turning and making my way to the Training Hall I walked at a slower pace, hoping that I may find the panda myself. The cobble stones felt cool under my feet in the early morning sun, taking into note that the sun is still barely hanging in the sky.

Gently pushing open the doors to the Training Hall, my ears were greeted with loud kung fu shouts and the sound of fists on wood. Looking over at the Seven Deadly Clubs I could see Po blocking and striking back at the Clubs. He managed to spare me a hardy 'Good morning Master before jumping off the Spirals and landing on his feet with a thud.

"Panda, others and I were worried about you. Where have you been?" I said in a calm but firm tone.

"I couldn't sleep so I came out here last night to train," He stated simply. "I didn't want to bother you guys, or worry you. Does that answer your question?" He said putting on his signature goofy grin.

Letting out a small sigh I continued. "Come on Po. Let us go get the others and start breakfast."

"Yeah let's. I haven't eaten in like 12 hours!" complained Po.

"Then the sooner you get into the kitchen and start breakfast the sooner you can eat." I replied with a small grin.

"How'd you get so smart Master Shifu?" Po asked with enthusiasm.

After chuckling for a few seconds I simply stated "Years of practice Dragon Warrior. Years of practice."

We began to walk back towards the barracks and on the way the others spotted our little pair.

"Guys!" Po shouted.

"Po!" the Five shouted back.

"Where have you been brother?" questioned Viper.

"Yeah where have you been big guy?" asked Mantis and Monkey in union.

"Training," Po stated simply. Causing the others jaws to drop.

"You were training?" Crane asked being the first one to recover from the shock.

"Yeah, c'mon I'll explain over breakfast." Po said quietly.

"You'd better if you don't wish to spar with me," Tigress finished earning a laugh or two from the others.

Giving a small smile I fell in behind the others and began to follow them back towards the kitchen. As we passed the Peach Tree, something caught my eye causing me to stop and turn. Tigress being in the back of the group was the one and only to notice me.

"Master?" She quietly asked.

"I'm fine Tigress. Please go and enjoy your breakfast with the others." I replied not looking at her. My ears twitched, not sure as to what I saw. She seemed reluctant at first but then replied 'Yes Master' before moving on with the others. I slowly moved over towards the small cliff where the Peach Tree called home and looked out over the Valley. Everything seemed calm and peaceful as usual. People doing morning errands, children playing, adults chatting and eating. Looking at the sky where the sun had just risen, I noticed dark, practically black clouds lumbering towards the Valley. 'Hmmm. We may get some rain today.' I noted. Then turned and to head back towards the barracks. 'I must be getting old if a few thunder storms are enough to make me jumpy.'

As he began his way back into the barracks and kitchen Shifu could hear the rumble of storms behind him. If only he knew that this storm was going to begin the hardest challenge he and his students have ever faced.