Desperate gasps echo through the forest as two figures flee into the darkness. Exhausted and trembling, Juliana collapses against a towering tree, her newborn son cradled in her arms. Tears stream down her face as she beholds the infant she's just brought into this dangerous world. With shaking hands, she turns to Steller and extends the baby toward her. "I won't be able to watch him grow up until he's older," Juliana whispers, her voice breaking. "But I'm begging you—grant me this one final request." Steller meets her gaze as Juliana continues, desperation and gratitude mingling in every word. "Protect him, Steller. Keep him safe no matter what. And thank you—thank you for your guidance and for standing by me all this time."