Chapter 20: The Hunt For The Pandavas

Back in New Varanasi, the streets buzzed with the usual energy of a city blending ancient and futuristic elements. Hovercrafts glided through the air, and the scent of incense mixed with the hum of technology. Rihan and Maya walked through the market district, their minds preoccupied with the revelations from the *Book of Echoes*.

"Pandavas... reincarnated in this era," Maya mused aloud, her eyes scanning the crowd as if she might recognize one of them. "It sounds impossible."

"Yet, here we are," Rihan replied, his voice filled with determination. "The book said their essence remains, even if their memories are buried. We need to find them, Maya. If the Pandavas are out there, they could be our only hope in stopping Andhakasura and closing the cracks."

Maya nodded. "But where do we even start? The world is vast, and there could be thousands of people who might fit the description."

Rihan paused for a moment, thinking back to the conversation with Rishi Arun. "The Pandavas were known for their extraordinary abilities. We should start by looking for people who stand out—those with remarkable strength, wisdom, or leadership. Maybe even public figures who have shown unusual talent or virtues."

Maya tapped on her tablet, bringing up a list of recent news articles and profiles of people making headlines across the globe. "There are a few names here—athletes, spiritual leaders, even military figures. But none of them seem to fit all the qualities."

Rihan sighed. "We might need to do more than just search online. Maybe Professor Kelly can help us track them down. If anyone has a pulse on unusual activity or space disturbances that might align with powerful reincarnations, it would be her."

As they continued walking, Rihan couldn't shake the feeling that time was running out. The cracks between realms were growing larger, and Andhakasura's forces would only become more difficult to combat. Finding the Pandavas wasn't just a strategy—it was a necessity.

Later that evening, they arrived at Professor Kelly's lab. The room was filled with holographic displays and advanced equipment designed to detect anomalies in space and time. Kelly greeted them with her usual calm demeanor, her eyes sharp behind her glasses.

"You're back sooner than I expected," Kelly remarked, gesturing for them to take a seat. "What brings you here?"

"We need your help," Rihan said, getting straight to the point. "We're looking for specific individuals—reincarnations of the Pandavas, the legendary warriors from the Mahabharata. The *Book of Echoes* told us they're out there, and we believe they can help us stop the cracks and Andhakasura."

Kelly raised an eyebrow, clearly intrigued. "Reincarnations of the Pandavas… that's a tall order. But if they're as powerful as you say, their presence might create disturbances or anomalies that I can track."

Maya leaned forward. "Can you help us find them? We're running out of time."

Kelly nodded and began typing on her console. "I'll run a search for unusual energy signatures or disturbances that align with your descriptions. But this will take time. In the meantime, keep an eye out for anything unusual—people with extraordinary abilities, or signs that someone might be awakening to their past life."

As Kelly worked, Rihan and Maya left the lab, knowing that the hunt for the Pandavas would not be easy. But they had taken the first step, and every bit of progress brought them closer to their goal.

As they walked through the quiet streets of New Varanasi, Rihan couldn't help but reflect on the weight of his mission. "Maya, do you think we'll find them in time?"

Maya looked up at the night sky, the stars twinkling like distant beacons of hope. "I believe we will, Rihan. We've come this far, and I have faith that fate will guide us. After all, you're not just any warrior—you're Karna, reborn."

Rihan smiled at her words, feeling a renewed sense of purpose. "And with the Pandavas by our side, we'll make sure this world has a future."

As they continued their journey, they knew that the road ahead would be filled with challenges, but they were ready to face them together—no matter what it took.