Preparations at the Border Outpost

At the border military outpost, the air was thick with tension. Valkyries stood in disciplined formation, their armor gleaming under the faint sunlight that struggled to break through the overcast sky. Soldiers moved with precision, double-checking defenses and sharpening weapons. The border was their first line of defense, and everyone understood its critical importance.

As Alex and Jian Gang approached with their group, a ripple of recognition spread through the ranks. Soldiers murmured among themselves, their expressions a mix of awe and determination as the two leaders made their way to the central command tent, where the Valkyrie officers were gathered.