EXT. LAKE TARUB - UNDERWATER - DAY

The giant water dragon, Isyana, dives in swiftly, charging towards Sari with the speed of an arrow. In the water's depths, Sari matches her opponent's agility, evading Isyana's deadly jaws. However, the confined underwater environment restricts Sari's movements, and she can only rely on her quick reflexes to dodge the dragon's attacks. They engage in a fierce chase, weaving in and out of the water's surface.

Suddenly, Isyana's tail strikes Sari with a forceful flick. The impact sends Sari grimacing in pain, clutching her wounded belly. Determined to maintain her grip, Sari channels her inner strength into her fingers, struggling to maintain her hold on the slippery scales of the water dragon's tail. Isyana thrashes, attempting to free herself.

As Sari's grip weakens, she seizes upon a desperate idea. Releasing her hold on Isyana's tail, she slides over and grabs the dragon's lower abdomen, an area devoid of protective scales. With a dagger in hand, Sari concentrates her energy into the blade's tip, driving it forcefully into the folds of Isyana's unprotected skin. The dragon lets out a scream of agony.

Sari maintains her grip on the dagger's hilt, causing the blade to sink deeper into Isyana's belly. The dragon's struggles intensify, widening the wound and causing blood to spill out.

Isyana breaches the surface of Lake Tarub, leaping into the air. Sari's grip slips, sending her plummeting into the water below.

Sari resurfaces, swimming towards the nearest shore. Exhausted and wounded, she collapses to her knees upon reaching solid ground. Her soaked body feels heavy, burdened by the weight of her injuries.

Summoning her inner strength, Sari uses her power to dry her body. Suddenly, a gray-haired woman appears at the lake, her body also covered in bloodstains. It is none other than Isyana, her appearance somewhat resembling Taksaka's, though with light blue scales.

Isyana has already transformed into her human form, her snake body healed. Her face exudes a sense of refreshment.

Sari, clutching her stomach, grimaces in pain as the wound begins bleeding once again. She braces herself, preparing for another confrontation. Raising her fan, Sari approaches Isyana, who advances with bare hands. The battle between the two commences.

ISYANA

(teasingly)

Wow, turns out you're quite skilled with a fan. But this is a fight, not a dance recital.

SARI

(defensive)

I am a dancer. If my dance can defend me, then I will use it!

ISYANA

(mocking)

Oh, really? Let's see if it can save you now!

Isyana's kicks become faster and more powerful, forcing Sari to parry with her arm. The impact sends tingling sensations through her limb. Before Sari can catch her breath, Isyana's shin kick strikes her abdomen, knocking her backward.

Sari retaliates, whipping her fan's sharp wind towards Isyana. However, Isyana swiftly sidesteps the attack, easily evading Sari's strike. This causes Sari to unconsciously create distance between herself and her opponent.

Running out of options, Sari relies on her remaining energy, moving swiftly like a shadow. Her objective is to evade Isyana's attacks and search for an opportunity to subdue her opponent.

ISYANA

(disapproving)

Cowardly moves!

Isyana swings her claws with speed and grace. At one point, she deliberately strikes into empty space, yet her claws cut through Sari's body. Shocked and injured, Sari loses her balance, falling to the ground.

With death seemingly imminent, Sari spins around with all her might. But before Isyana's five energy-laden claws can plunge into her heart, a hand intercepts the strike, halting Isyana's movement with a surge of energy.

Isyana glares at her captor, infuriated.

ISYANA

(angry)

Taksaka! How dare you interfere with my fight!

Rai Taksaka scolds her, his voice firm.

RAI TAKSAKA

(chiding)

Tsk, tsk. Is that any way to greet your partner, Isyana?

ISYANA

(defiant)

Of course! This girl named Sari must die! Why are you blocking me, huh?

RAI TAKSAKA

(reasonably)

I don't want you to make a grave mistake, that's all.

ISYANA

(dismissive)

What mistake? I see the cursed power within this girl, and I must eradicate it!

RAI TAKSAKA

(assertive)

I see it too, but there is a better way than killing Sari!

ISYANA

(defiant)

Don't fabricate stories! Ah, I see it now. You have your eyes set on her, don't you? You want to exploit her power to eliminate me, and--

RAI TAKSAKA

(scolding)

Isyana! The Srisari created us as a pair, as their ambassadors! Have you still not understood that my heart belongs to you forever?

ISYANA

(mocking)

Actually, I understand you all too well. You have such a fondness for beautiful women, no wonder the Leyaks resent you!

RAI TAKSAKA

(admitting)

Yes, I admit I appreciate beauty, but it is only for observation! You are my everything!

Isyana's voice becomes shrill and hoarse.

ISYANA

(anguished)

Oh, really? Then why haven't I seen you in years? I am lonely here, you know! If the Srisari had not appointed me as the guardian of the balance of nature and supernatural power at Lake Tarub, I would have joined you!

Sari is stunned, caught in the midst of a bizarre situation. She finds herself entangled in an argument between a couple with conflicting views.

Suddenly, a voice breaks the tension.

NI DYAH

(resolute)

If this is how it's going to be, I will have to intervene.

All eyes turn to Ni Dyah, who has arrived at the scene.

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