After departing from his fellow students, Master Shifu traveled for about four days.

Finally, after his long journey, he had reached the kung-fu headquarters in Northern China.

"Master Shifu! Good to see you!" Master Ox said.

"Nice to see you too, Master Ox, although I wish we met under different circumstances." Shifu replied.

"Don't us all. The masters are holding a council this afternoon to discuss our plan for defending this area from Sage. If Sage decides to come along with part of his army here, we need to be prepared to fight him. Right now, we have no battle strategy!"

"I'm sure we'll think of something."

"Master Rhino would've known what to do."

"I know, but right now, he is with Oogway, in a better place."

"Come on, old timer, let's go inside and meet the others."

Master Shifu and Master Ox walked inside the headquarters building.

*With Sage*

"Sir, what are your plans for attack?" One of Sage's guards asked.

"I plan on splitting my army right down the middle. Half of my army will go attack the Emperor's palace, and the other half will attack the kung-fu headquarters. I will go attack the headquarters. With the masters out of my way, nothing would stand in my way!"

"Yes sir."

"Rally the troops! Our time draws near." Sage grinned.

*With the Five*

"Hey Kiro, can you… summon like a… rocket cart… again… or something?" Po said gasping for air as he walked up the steps.

"Sorry Po, but the Emperor doesn't allow me to do that here. Tried it once and it didn't turn out too well." Kiro replied.

Viper pictured Kiro shooting up the palace stairs, slamming people out of the way.

I could see why…

"I got this." Tigress said as she walked behind Po.

"Are you ready?" She asked.

"Ready for what?"

"This."

Tigress summoned her strength and kicked Po, shooting him up the stairs.

Kiro whistled.

"One of her many talents." Crane said as they continued walking.

Po rolled to a stop at the top of the stairs. He got up, but was so dizzy from rolling, that he fell back down again.

The Five plus Kiro were at the top of the stairs in no time.

"Up-up, panda! Let's go see the Emperor.

Once the met with one of the Emperor's messengers, they were almost immediately called in to meet with him.

"Right this way, please." Said the goat, leading them down multiple hallways.

This is so cool! I can't believe that I'm actually gonna meet the Emperor of China! Everyone thought, minus Kiro.

It'll be good to see that old serpent again. Kiro thought.

"Right in here, if you may." The goat said.

Everyone walked in and was awestruck by how massive the room was. Artifacts, weapons, paintings, and furniture were placed throughout the room.

In the middle of the room, sat a King Cobra on a throne made of pure gold.

"Greetings, warriors. What might your names be?" The cobra asked.

The emperor of China is a snake? That's so cool! Viper thought.

Tigress was the first one to speak up. "My name is Tigress. I am the leader of the Furious Five in the Valley of Peace."

"Nice to meet you, Tigress. Who might your friends be?" The snake asked.

"My name is Mantis."

"I'm Crane."

"Hi, my name is Viper. It's an honor."

"My name is Monkey, your highness."

"I see. Nice to meet you all. Who might you be, panda?"

Please don't screw this up, please don't screw this up. Tigress thought.

"Your highness, my name is Po. I am the Dragon Warrior."

"Oh. Nice to finally meet the legendary Dragon Warrior. I wish to thank you on behalf of all of China for you contribution to protecting our country." The snake replied. "Kiro, good to see you again."

"Good to see you too, sir." Kiro responded.

Nobody could believe it. It was like Kiro and the Emperor were old friends!

"Now, as you all know by now, we have a crisis on our hands." The serpent said.

The cobra hissed whenever he came across an 's'.

"I want you all to lead the other students into battle. I've heard much about you all and I feel that this is the perfect position for all of you. Po, you will be the General. My old friend's son has retired at an early age, leaving this spot open. Kiro, you are the second in command of this army. The army will be here in about two days, so I want everyone in top condition. Does everyone understand?"

"Yes sir."

"Good. It was a pleasure meeting you all. You are dismissed."

Once the warriors had exited the building, it was almost nightfall.

Kiro looked over and saw Sashi standing over in the shadows smiling.

"Gotta go guys. See you… tomorrow morning?" Kiro said.

"Sure!" Everyone replied.

"Go get 'em, tiger." Po said.

"I see what you did there!" Kiro laughed.

"Don't keep your lady waiting." Tigress said, nodding to Sashi.

Kiro blushed. "Yeah, guess I shouldn't. Goodnight everyone!"

Everyone said goodnight. Everyone went to bed, except for Crane and Viper, who sat outside together, watching the moon and stars shimmer in the night sky.

*End of Day 13*

Remember: The reason why it skipped days is because the warriors were traveling during that time. Keep the reviews coming! The end draws near…