With the threat neutralized, Kishin and Keanu made their way back to the tribe to report on what they had seen. They found Kohana waiting for them, eager to hear their report.
"What did you see?" she asked, her voice filled with concern.
"There are a large number of mercenaries in the camp," Kishin reported. "They are well-equipped and well-trained, and it's clear that they have come with a purpose. We were ambushed by a patrol group, but we were able to take them out and escape without incident."
Kohana listened intently, nodding in understanding. "This is serious," she said. "We must prepare for an attack. I will send a message to the other tribes, and we will gather our forces. You two have done a great service to the tribe. I will see to it that you are properly rewarded."
And with that, Kishin and Keanu were given their reward, and they went on their way, their mission accomplished. The two warriors had stood their ground and defeated their enemies, and they were hailed as heroes by the tribe, for now.
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