1 00:00:10,200 --> 00:00:11,519 Why was I summoned? 2 00:00:11,680 --> 00:00:17,359 Kitana. Come up here where I can see you better. 3 00:00:17,360 --> 00:00:19,639 I prefer you tell me why I'm here. 4 00:00:19,640 --> 00:00:21,631 Because your father demands it. 5 00:00:21,840 --> 00:00:23,592 Step-father. 6 00:00:35,920 --> 00:00:38,753 You look lovely here, near the throne. 7 00:00:40,560 --> 00:00:43,119 What a magnificent Empress you would make. 8 00:00:43,120 --> 00:00:44,951 Edenia had an Empress. 9 00:00:45,880 --> 00:00:47,999 But my mother died, didn't she? 10 00:00:48,000 --> 00:00:48,920 Yes. 11 00:00:48,921 --> 00:00:54,040 If your only purpose is to review your destruction of my family, I'd like to leave. 12 00:00:54,520 --> 00:00:58,354 Is that how you would talk to Kung Lao, Princess? 13 00:01:00,000 --> 00:01:01,115 No, Emperor. 14 00:01:09,160 --> 00:01:11,039 Kitana gives me no choice. 15 00:01:11,040 --> 00:01:13,998 Send Rain. He must kill Kung Lao. 16 00:03:25,800 --> 00:03:26,800 Siro! 17 00:03:32,920 --> 00:03:34,069 Kung Lao! 18 00:03:34,200 --> 00:03:35,428 Are you all right? 19 00:03:36,760 --> 00:03:37,760 I'm going after him. 20 00:03:37,761 --> 00:03:40,194 Careful. Lightning. 21 00:03:40,400 --> 00:03:42,675 - Got it. - You okay? 22 00:03:43,440 --> 00:03:44,634 I think so. 23 00:03:52,360 --> 00:03:56,035 In each of us there burns a soul of a warrior. 24 00:03:56,800 --> 00:04:01,316 In every generation, a few are chosen to prove it. 25 00:04:04,160 --> 00:04:10,508 Centuries ago in a time of darkness and fury that fate befell three strangers. 26 00:04:10,840 --> 00:04:12,910 A monk - Kung Lao... 27 00:04:14,640 --> 00:04:17,154 An exiled guard - Siro... 28 00:04:19,200 --> 00:04:21,350 And a thief - Taja... 29 00:04:22,120 --> 00:04:26,398 Who have to defend our Earth Realm from the forces of Outworld. 30 00:04:28,320 --> 00:04:30,436 By fighting for their lives. 31 00:04:31,640 --> 00:04:33,676 By fighting for their honour. 32 00:04:34,520 --> 00:04:35,839 Your soul is mine! 33 00:04:35,840 --> 00:04:37,599 And by fighting for their realm. 34 00:04:37,600 --> 00:04:39,431 It's the burden you must carry. 35 00:04:42,320 --> 00:04:47,440 In a tournament called... Mortal Kombat. 36 00:04:56,320 --> 00:04:57,992 Any luck finding the ninja? 37 00:04:59,920 --> 00:05:04,471 Lost him in the woods. But I can pick up his trail later. How's Kung Lao? 38 00:05:04,960 --> 00:05:09,397 Not great. He's gonna be down for a couple of days. Maybe longer. 39 00:05:09,640 --> 00:05:14,111 That's why I came back. The ninja might double back to finish the job. 40 00:05:16,920 --> 00:05:17,920 For pain? 41 00:05:18,560 --> 00:05:20,759 Yeah. Any idea who the attacker is? 42 00:05:20,760 --> 00:05:24,119 No. But using lightning the way he did, I can guess where he's from. 43 00:05:24,120 --> 00:05:28,352 Outworld. Looks like Kung Lao hurt him though. I saw him limping. 44 00:05:28,560 --> 00:05:32,030 If I wasn't worried about leaving you alone, I'd get right back at the guy. 45 00:05:32,280 --> 00:05:35,955 Yeah, well, I'm glad you came back, 'cause I've got a feeling this isn't over yet. 46 00:05:36,120 --> 00:05:37,314 Not likely. 47 00:05:37,400 --> 00:05:38,960 Come on. We'll let him know you're here. 48 00:05:38,984 --> 00:05:40,258 He's worried, too. 49 00:05:49,240 --> 00:05:52,679 Kitana, I'm sending you to Zaterra. 50 00:05:52,680 --> 00:05:56,798 - You're sending me to another realm? - The reptiles of Zaterra... 51 00:05:57,920 --> 00:05:59,319 they need stroking. 52 00:06:00,560 --> 00:06:06,351 And as my step-daughter, you will make an excellent emissary. 53 00:06:08,080 --> 00:06:09,718 What if I refuse? 54 00:06:10,120 --> 00:06:11,394 Be careful, Kitana. 55 00:06:11,480 --> 00:06:13,710 Even you are not immune to punishment. 56 00:06:20,480 --> 00:06:25,076 It would be a shame to harm this face. 57 00:06:34,160 --> 00:06:37,277 When am I to leave on this errand? 58 00:06:41,240 --> 00:06:42,639 Immediately. 59 00:06:54,480 --> 00:06:55,754 Send her in. 60 00:06:56,360 --> 00:07:02,879 - Why am I here? Leave me be! - Ah, Mileena, it's been a long time. 61 00:07:03,120 --> 00:07:06,430 - Too long, Emperor. - Are you prepared for your task? 62 00:07:06,760 --> 00:07:10,594 Yes, send me. Send me now. It is a job I long to do. 63 00:07:12,880 --> 00:07:16,559 - Still impetuous, I see. - Still skilled also. 64 00:07:16,560 --> 00:07:19,836 And greedy, and uncontrollable, and self-serving. 65 00:07:20,280 --> 00:07:22,319 Qualities that have gotten you in trouble before. 66 00:07:22,320 --> 00:07:25,599 Just fulfil your end of the bargain and I'll do just fine. 67 00:07:25,600 --> 00:07:29,832 - You'll see. - Bargain? I don't make bargains. 68 00:07:30,080 --> 00:07:33,117 Do you understand? Do you?! 69 00:07:33,240 --> 00:07:34,719 Yes, Shao Kahn. 70 00:07:34,720 --> 00:07:36,995 Good. Hold her. 71 00:08:06,480 --> 00:08:07,759 My face. 72 00:08:07,760 --> 00:08:11,548 - My new daughter. - I doubted this could be done. 73 00:08:13,080 --> 00:08:14,798 I am beautiful. 74 00:08:15,400 --> 00:08:19,759 For the moment. Fail, and I take it away. 75 00:08:19,760 --> 00:08:23,355 Let me remain this way. I will do anything. 76 00:08:27,240 --> 00:08:28,389 Anything? 77 00:08:31,680 --> 00:08:33,238 It's truly amazing. 78 00:08:35,280 --> 00:08:37,077 Just kill Kung Lao. 79 00:08:38,880 --> 00:08:40,632 My warrior has injured him... 80 00:08:42,520 --> 00:08:44,192 and he's yours to finish. 81 00:08:45,240 --> 00:08:46,240 Go. 82 00:08:51,920 --> 00:08:53,478 Her name is Mileena. 83 00:08:54,240 --> 00:08:55,798 That's what my spies tell me. 84 00:08:57,160 --> 00:09:00,679 Really pretty clever, using Kitana to get to Kung Lao. 85 00:09:00,680 --> 00:09:02,319 It must never happen. 86 00:09:02,320 --> 00:09:05,879 What? I thought you'd be thrilled. Kung Lao finally dead. 87 00:09:05,880 --> 00:09:07,711 He has to die by my hand. 88 00:09:08,040 --> 00:09:11,828 With him gone, I lose all chance of Shao Kahn ever letting me out of this hell. 89 00:09:12,120 --> 00:09:15,351 - You have to keep her from killing him. - Me? How am I sup... 90 00:09:16,240 --> 00:09:21,951 Find a way. Learn everything you can about this Mileena. Stop her. 91 00:09:22,560 --> 00:09:25,154 If I am no longer needed by the Emperor rest assured... 92 00:09:25,200 --> 00:09:27,191 you are no longer needed by me. 93 00:09:33,760 --> 00:09:39,869 Shang Tsung trying to save Kung Lao's life? Now I've heard everything. 94 00:09:56,720 --> 00:09:58,756 - Any better? - Sleeping. 95 00:10:01,560 --> 00:10:02,560 Siro... 96 00:10:05,680 --> 00:10:07,352 Well done. 97 00:10:08,520 --> 00:10:10,829 - Kitana. - I might have shot you. 98 00:10:11,000 --> 00:10:13,839 No, but you would've been ready had I been the assassin. 99 00:10:13,840 --> 00:10:17,037 - You know? - I still have a few friends at the palace. 100 00:10:17,600 --> 00:10:20,639 - Shao Kahn has hired the killer. - So this is the Emperor's doing. 101 00:10:20,640 --> 00:10:23,916 Yes. And I doubt he's gonna stop at one attempt. 102 00:10:24,800 --> 00:10:27,268 You may need some help protecting Kung Lao until he's well. 103 00:10:27,880 --> 00:10:30,110 - Do you know the ninja who attacked him? - No. 104 00:10:30,280 --> 00:10:33,078 But if Shao Kahn risked an open assault on Kung Lao... 105 00:10:33,440 --> 00:10:35,239 he will have sent one of his best. 106 00:10:35,240 --> 00:10:36,279 You got that right. 107 00:10:36,280 --> 00:10:40,199 I started to track him, but I did not want to leave Taja and Kung Lao. 108 00:10:40,200 --> 00:10:44,239 - Well, you can now. I'm here for Kung Lao. - Well, do you really think that... 109 00:10:44,240 --> 00:10:47,079 It would be a mistake to allow this warrior the chance to rest... 110 00:10:47,080 --> 00:10:49,230 and to choose his time for the next attack. 111 00:10:49,640 --> 00:10:53,394 Track him, Siro. Hunt him down and keep him on the defensive. 112 00:10:53,480 --> 00:10:54,515 She's right. 113 00:10:55,360 --> 00:10:57,555 - Be careful, Siro. - I will. 114 00:10:58,080 --> 00:10:59,433 It's good that you're here. 115 00:11:01,520 --> 00:11:03,988 He's got a good point... the way you fight. 116 00:11:05,240 --> 00:11:06,514 Where are your fans? 117 00:11:08,560 --> 00:11:11,279 I left in such haste, I forgot to bring them. 118 00:11:13,600 --> 00:11:18,754 - How bad is he? May I see him? - He looks bad, but he'll be all right. 119 00:11:24,560 --> 00:11:25,629 It's just me. 120 00:11:27,280 --> 00:11:29,874 And a little "get well" present straight from Outworld. 121 00:11:36,480 --> 00:11:39,916 Well, I'm gonna go out on watch. I'll leave you guys to catch up. 122 00:11:40,160 --> 00:11:41,878 - Thanks. - Thanks for coming. 123 00:11:43,440 --> 00:11:46,512 - It's good to see you again. - How did you know to come? 124 00:11:46,840 --> 00:11:47,840 I heard. 125 00:11:49,480 --> 00:11:51,439 Seemed like a good time to return a favour. 126 00:11:51,440 --> 00:11:54,279 But it's not safe. What if Shao Kahn finds out? 127 00:11:54,280 --> 00:11:55,998 Let me worry about him. 128 00:11:57,640 --> 00:12:01,792 I've been thinking about you a lot. Since last time. 129 00:12:03,800 --> 00:12:04,949 Me, too. 130 00:12:06,200 --> 00:12:07,719 I'm here to take care of you. 131 00:12:07,720 --> 00:12:10,280 I've brought some special oils to help with your healing. 132 00:12:10,400 --> 00:12:15,997 With a little bit of rest and my help, this will all be over soon. 133 00:12:16,120 --> 00:12:17,553 Thank you, Kitana. 134 00:12:23,320 --> 00:12:24,594 Get some sleep. 135 00:12:38,280 --> 00:12:40,635 - I'll be back soon. - Well, where're you going? 136 00:12:40,920 --> 00:12:43,480 I need some things for Kung Lao's healing. 137 00:12:43,720 --> 00:12:47,319 - Herbs? I've got tons of 'em. Take a look. - No. I'm certain you don't have what I need. 138 00:12:47,320 --> 00:12:51,632 Wait. Isn't it dangerous for you to be out here with the Emperor maybe watching? 139 00:12:51,720 --> 00:12:53,599 Just tell me what you need and I'll go. 140 00:12:53,600 --> 00:12:58,230 I'll go myself. Thank you. I'll be careful. 141 00:13:59,240 --> 00:14:00,468 Here's your bread. 142 00:14:01,800 --> 00:14:02,835 Enjoy. 143 00:14:05,000 --> 00:14:06,194 Can I take your plate? 144 00:14:09,560 --> 00:14:11,437 - I'll have more of this. - Yes, ma'am. 145 00:14:17,080 --> 00:14:21,949 - Earth Realm does have its delights. - Which I will enjoy alone. Go away. 146 00:14:23,160 --> 00:14:25,599 If I do, I'll only be leaving you to your own destruction. 147 00:14:25,600 --> 00:14:29,079 - Who are you and what do you want? - Just a friend with a warning for you. 148 00:14:29,080 --> 00:14:32,516 Warning? About what? You know nothing about me. 149 00:14:32,720 --> 00:14:36,110 But I do, Mileena. I know why you're here. 150 00:14:36,160 --> 00:14:39,709 You better stop talking in riddles and make some sense or I may have a warning for you. 151 00:14:39,760 --> 00:14:42,433 I was sent by someone with great powers. 152 00:14:42,880 --> 00:14:46,316 One who knows how Shao Kahn rewards his loyal subjects. 153 00:14:46,520 --> 00:14:48,319 - Who? - The name is not important... 154 00:14:48,320 --> 00:14:50,311 but the message to you is... 155 00:14:51,120 --> 00:14:54,439 once you kill Kung Lao, you are as good as dead, too. 156 00:14:54,440 --> 00:14:56,954 Like I said, you know nothing. 157 00:14:57,240 --> 00:14:59,435 Not of the agreement I have with the Emperor. 158 00:15:00,440 --> 00:15:05,958 An agreement? With Shao Kahn? Even you can't believe that. 159 00:15:06,840 --> 00:15:09,752 Do you really think he'll let you keep that face? 160 00:15:10,680 --> 00:15:13,879 There is no room in the palace for two Princess Kitanas. 161 00:15:13,880 --> 00:15:16,838 Well, maybe I'll replace the bitch as Princess. 162 00:15:18,040 --> 00:15:22,670 There is only one person in all of this who is replaceable. 163 00:15:23,400 --> 00:15:27,399 Who would your friend suggest? I mean, how do I defy the Emperor? 164 00:15:27,400 --> 00:15:30,790 Lie to him. Tell him you can't kill Kung Lao. He'll believe you. 165 00:15:31,120 --> 00:15:35,238 If it were easy, Shao Kahn would've succeeded long ago. 166 00:15:36,280 --> 00:15:39,279 - It would only buy a little time. - Which is what you need. You're smart. 167 00:15:39,280 --> 00:15:41,350 In that time, you'll think of something. 168 00:15:41,960 --> 00:15:45,077 The point is, as long as Kung Lao lives, you're safe. 169 00:15:45,320 --> 00:15:48,630 Besides, why give up all of this so soon? 170 00:15:51,360 --> 00:15:56,195 You've only begun to sample the pleasures that can be found here. 171 00:15:58,520 --> 00:16:00,033 I think our talk is finished... 172 00:16:00,720 --> 00:16:03,792 messenger. - And when your job is finished, so are you. 173 00:16:04,280 --> 00:16:08,717 Think about what I suggested or return to Outworld to be shunned and ugly... 174 00:16:08,880 --> 00:16:10,233 or to be killed. 175 00:16:29,000 --> 00:16:31,833 - I thought you might like this. - Thank you. 176 00:16:35,200 --> 00:16:36,997 I'm glad you're on guard with me. 177 00:16:37,560 --> 00:16:40,518 We have to be ready in case Siro misses the assassin. 178 00:16:40,560 --> 00:16:43,597 - Where will you be stationed? - With Kung Lao. 179 00:16:47,320 --> 00:16:50,312 Oh, excuse me. I didn't realise how tired I was. 180 00:16:51,000 --> 00:16:53,116 Tension can be exhausting. 181 00:16:58,440 --> 00:17:01,159 Well, I better see to Kung Lao. 182 00:17:09,840 --> 00:17:11,193 Sleep well. 183 00:17:18,840 --> 00:17:22,435 I'm feeling much better. You really don't have to go to all of this trouble. 184 00:17:23,280 --> 00:17:24,793 It's no trouble, Kung Lao. 185 00:17:27,760 --> 00:17:29,079 It's my pleasure. 186 00:17:36,000 --> 00:17:37,911 Do you need help removing your shirt? 187 00:17:38,840 --> 00:17:41,308 - I can do it. - Here... 188 00:17:43,800 --> 00:17:44,835 let me. 189 00:17:53,680 --> 00:17:55,955 Are you sure Taja's okay alone? 190 00:17:57,400 --> 00:17:59,072 I'm close at hand. 191 00:18:05,800 --> 00:18:08,951 Relax. She'll be fine. 192 00:18:16,920 --> 00:18:18,319 Take it in. 193 00:18:20,640 --> 00:18:22,437 Feel it working. 194 00:18:23,480 --> 00:18:24,754 Nice. 195 00:18:38,360 --> 00:18:42,353 - It's best worked in deep. - Kitana. 196 00:18:42,760 --> 00:18:45,911 I am simply offering pleasure for you... 197 00:18:53,880 --> 00:18:55,279 and for me. 198 00:19:02,040 --> 00:19:05,396 Kitana, you're so beautiful. 199 00:19:08,200 --> 00:19:09,599 You're so beautiful. 200 00:19:28,400 --> 00:19:31,392 Oh, I didn't realise you were in here. 201 00:19:33,080 --> 00:19:34,559 Kitana... 202 00:19:34,920 --> 00:19:38,230 She's here... and so am l. 203 00:19:40,680 --> 00:19:43,478 Well, I guess I didn't expect this. 204 00:19:44,480 --> 00:19:47,399 - Are you all right? - A little dizzy. 205 00:19:47,400 --> 00:19:52,428 It's normal. You're not used to the oils. But they're doing their job. 206 00:19:53,680 --> 00:19:54,908 Where're you going? 207 00:19:55,840 --> 00:19:57,114 To freshen up. 208 00:19:57,960 --> 00:20:00,952 You rest. I'll check in on you a little later. 209 00:20:05,040 --> 00:20:08,112 How could this happen? What... what were you thinking? 210 00:20:11,520 --> 00:20:12,839 Never mind. 211 00:20:16,080 --> 00:20:18,275 - Kitana. - Yes? 212 00:20:18,600 --> 00:20:20,556 Look, it's pretty obvious what went on in there. 213 00:20:20,680 --> 00:20:22,159 This is not what should be going on. 214 00:20:22,160 --> 00:20:23,752 Well, are you certain about that? 215 00:20:24,200 --> 00:20:28,273 Yes. He's weak. He needs rest, not that. 216 00:20:28,360 --> 00:20:30,039 Well, it relaxed him, Taja. 217 00:20:30,040 --> 00:20:33,559 I'm surprised at you. I never thought you'd be jealous. 218 00:20:33,560 --> 00:20:38,079 I'm not jealous, but I do care about him and it's obvious he's gotten worse. 219 00:20:38,080 --> 00:20:39,308 You can see that. 220 00:20:42,280 --> 00:20:43,554 Kitana, what's wrong? 221 00:20:50,160 --> 00:20:52,799 Nothing. Nothing, I'm fine. 222 00:20:53,480 --> 00:20:54,708 Kitana, wait! 223 00:21:12,880 --> 00:21:20,880 Emperor, please, don't kill me! Send me back. I promise, l... I'll kill him this time. 224 00:21:25,440 --> 00:21:29,956 I will. I'll do better. Please. 225 00:21:31,040 --> 00:21:34,430 Please spare me. I just need a little bit more time. 226 00:21:34,640 --> 00:21:37,359 - Were my instructions unclear? - No, Emperor. 227 00:21:38,920 --> 00:21:41,798 - No. - Yet he still lives. 228 00:21:43,360 --> 00:21:46,759 He's stronger than we realised. Even after he fought your warrior. 229 00:21:46,760 --> 00:21:47,875 Mm-hmm. 230 00:21:48,080 --> 00:21:51,519 But the oils you were given should have made him weaker. 231 00:21:51,520 --> 00:21:56,594 Yes, they started to but I must go slowly for if his friends become suspicious... 232 00:21:56,760 --> 00:22:00,469 Ah, your concern should be with my suspicion. 233 00:22:03,760 --> 00:22:06,069 You were chosen because you know how to kill. 234 00:22:07,080 --> 00:22:10,356 That and only that. Deviate from that plan and you will suffer. 235 00:22:10,720 --> 00:22:12,233 Yes, Emperor. 236 00:22:14,560 --> 00:22:17,120 Then return and finish him. 237 00:22:18,120 --> 00:22:20,236 But how when I look like this? 238 00:22:22,320 --> 00:22:23,673 Restore her. 239 00:22:32,440 --> 00:22:37,036 The oils were prepared stronger this time to weaken both mind and body. 240 00:22:37,080 --> 00:22:40,359 I'll kill him Shao Kahn. I swear on my life. 241 00:22:40,360 --> 00:22:43,636 Then don't delay. And if I feel you're taking too much time... 242 00:22:45,160 --> 00:22:47,435 I'll make good on your oath. 243 00:23:12,120 --> 00:23:15,271 - Feeling better? - A little. 244 00:23:16,600 --> 00:23:18,033 Kitana... 245 00:23:18,760 --> 00:23:21,319 - what happened last night... - Was meant to be... 246 00:23:21,320 --> 00:23:22,958 and can happen again. 247 00:23:24,360 --> 00:23:29,150 You want that as much as I do, don't you? 248 00:23:29,520 --> 00:23:30,794 Kitana... 249 00:23:37,400 --> 00:23:41,313 I brought you some soup. There's more downstairs if you're hungry. 250 00:23:41,440 --> 00:23:42,555 Thank you. 251 00:23:43,880 --> 00:23:45,393 I'll see you soon. 252 00:23:56,960 --> 00:23:59,439 Something's not right. Kitana's acting very strange. 253 00:23:59,440 --> 00:24:02,399 - You must see it. - You mean because she and l... 254 00:24:02,400 --> 00:24:05,472 Yes, for one thing. But there's more. 255 00:24:05,920 --> 00:24:09,230 How unconcerned she is about being here. 256 00:24:09,280 --> 00:24:12,439 I mean, you remember how last time she was always looking over her shoulder. 257 00:24:12,440 --> 00:24:15,273 - She said she could handle it. - But can you? 258 00:24:16,160 --> 00:24:18,519 Okay, this is none of my business... 259 00:24:18,520 --> 00:24:23,999 but do you really think this is a good time to start a relationship with her? 260 00:24:24,000 --> 00:24:27,119 Sometimes things happen that we can't control. 261 00:24:27,120 --> 00:24:30,919 And that's what concerns me. You're not fully in control here. 262 00:24:30,920 --> 00:24:37,079 And my friends are helping me. You and Siro. And Kitana in her own way. 263 00:24:37,080 --> 00:24:40,879 Well, I'm glad for that. But I do think there is something very wrong here. 264 00:24:40,880 --> 00:24:43,758 I know you're worried. So am l. 265 00:24:45,200 --> 00:24:47,111 But not about Kitana. 266 00:24:48,080 --> 00:24:51,277 She may be the only friend we can count on. 267 00:24:56,360 --> 00:24:57,679 You again. 268 00:24:57,680 --> 00:25:00,831 - How is he? - Alive. 269 00:25:01,120 --> 00:25:04,396 - And so are you. - Barely. 270 00:25:05,200 --> 00:25:07,999 He summoned me back, angry at the delay. 271 00:25:08,000 --> 00:25:11,319 Yet you're here. What happened? 272 00:25:11,320 --> 00:25:13,754 - I lied. - And well, it seems. 273 00:25:14,440 --> 00:25:16,317 See? You can do it. 274 00:25:16,560 --> 00:25:20,075 - You can deceive the Emperor and live. - But for how long? 275 00:25:22,280 --> 00:25:24,032 This has gotta end sometime. 276 00:25:24,400 --> 00:25:25,719 Sometime. 277 00:25:28,080 --> 00:25:31,311 Meanwhile, enjoy yourself up there. 278 00:25:32,200 --> 00:25:40,200 I saw you. A beautiful face can bring a lot of pleasure. Keep going. 279 00:25:40,560 --> 00:25:45,554 Remember, as long as he lives, so do you. 280 00:26:01,120 --> 00:26:02,348 Kill Kung Lao. 281 00:26:04,960 --> 00:26:06,996 You're so beautiful. 282 00:26:11,720 --> 00:26:16,840 Kung Lao... It's all right, it's all right. I'm here. You're safe. 283 00:26:18,640 --> 00:26:21,438 It's just a dream. Just a dream. 284 00:26:22,080 --> 00:26:25,516 Yes, but a very strong one. 285 00:26:28,200 --> 00:26:29,200 Tell me. 286 00:26:31,520 --> 00:26:32,520 Tell me. 287 00:26:38,720 --> 00:26:40,399 Everybody was dead. 288 00:26:40,400 --> 00:26:44,313 - And I couldn't help them. - You fear for those you care about. 289 00:26:44,560 --> 00:26:47,028 What would happen if you were gone. 290 00:26:47,080 --> 00:26:49,389 The images were so real. 291 00:26:49,880 --> 00:26:51,199 It's the fever. 292 00:26:52,680 --> 00:26:55,559 - It'll pass. - But when? 293 00:26:55,560 --> 00:26:56,993 Patience. 294 00:26:59,560 --> 00:27:01,152 I'm here for you. 295 00:27:03,120 --> 00:27:05,190 For as long as it takes. 296 00:27:06,720 --> 00:27:07,948 Thank you. 297 00:27:08,440 --> 00:27:09,440 Mmm... 298 00:27:27,680 --> 00:27:29,511 You're so beautiful. 299 00:27:55,320 --> 00:27:59,108 Not very trusting, are we? This isn't Outworld, Kitana. 300 00:28:35,760 --> 00:28:37,990 Kitana's magic oils. 301 00:28:58,320 --> 00:28:59,320 Damn. 302 00:29:25,760 --> 00:29:29,196 My god. Oh, my god. 303 00:29:38,360 --> 00:29:40,559 This is poison. 304 00:29:40,560 --> 00:29:44,235 - What're you talking about? - Her precious oils, they're poisoned. 305 00:29:44,400 --> 00:29:46,152 - What? - How do you know that? 306 00:29:46,200 --> 00:29:48,839 When I rubbed it on my hands, I almost passed out. 307 00:29:48,840 --> 00:29:53,152 And when I washed it off in the fish tank, the fish died instantly. 308 00:29:53,640 --> 00:29:54,999 No wonder you're feeling worse. 309 00:29:55,000 --> 00:29:57,878 You're wrong, Taja. Why isn't it affecting Kitana? 310 00:29:58,000 --> 00:30:03,950 I don't know. Maybe because she isn't human. But I swear, this is poison. 311 00:30:04,320 --> 00:30:05,479 You may be right. 312 00:30:05,480 --> 00:30:08,711 The Emperor has spies everywhere. They may have tampered with the oils. 313 00:30:09,560 --> 00:30:13,599 - You know that I would never harm you. - Of course. 314 00:30:15,760 --> 00:30:20,039 If it's true, it means he knows that I'm here. 315 00:30:20,040 --> 00:30:21,399 Then you're in danger. 316 00:30:21,400 --> 00:30:26,838 Perhaps. But I will deal with that. Your safety is what matters now. 317 00:30:27,200 --> 00:30:30,715 And because of Taja, your life may have been saved. 318 00:30:41,120 --> 00:30:43,031 - Is Kung Lao dead? - No. 319 00:30:43,200 --> 00:30:46,510 - But Mileena's been warned. - So I still have time. 320 00:30:46,560 --> 00:30:51,839 Less and less. You know this can't last. Especially now. 321 00:30:53,080 --> 00:30:54,799 Eventually she'll have to kill him. 322 00:30:54,800 --> 00:30:56,639 Unless she is the one to die. 323 00:30:56,640 --> 00:30:58,679 Yes. I'll gladly do it. 324 00:30:58,680 --> 00:31:00,272 And expose us to risk? 325 00:31:00,320 --> 00:31:04,393 Shao Kahn would tear the Empire and Earth Realm apart to find who killed his assassin. 326 00:31:05,360 --> 00:31:06,475 How then? 327 00:31:10,960 --> 00:31:13,394 There is still one card I have not played. 328 00:33:21,480 --> 00:33:22,480 Rain? 329 00:33:22,560 --> 00:33:23,788 Kitana. 330 00:33:33,680 --> 00:33:35,079 How did you know to come here? 331 00:33:35,080 --> 00:33:37,719 - I received a message. - From? 332 00:33:37,720 --> 00:33:39,119 Someone unknown. 333 00:33:39,840 --> 00:33:42,752 It was a warning about the Outworld warrior come to Earth Realm. 334 00:33:44,960 --> 00:33:49,238 - The warrior I fought? - Yes. His name is Rain. 335 00:33:49,840 --> 00:33:54,197 - One of Shao Kahn's killers. - Not always. He's Edenian. 336 00:33:54,240 --> 00:33:56,199 I've known him for thousands of years. 337 00:33:56,200 --> 00:33:58,919 We were close once, but he was seduced by the Emperor... 338 00:33:59,080 --> 00:34:02,709 offered power and a place of importance for turning on his own people. 339 00:34:02,760 --> 00:34:04,557 He's hurt now. I'll keep after him. 340 00:34:04,640 --> 00:34:06,039 You should go back. 341 00:34:06,680 --> 00:34:07,680 Back? 342 00:34:08,600 --> 00:34:10,239 To the Trading Post. For Kung Lao. 343 00:34:10,240 --> 00:34:11,719 What happened to Kung Lao? 344 00:34:11,720 --> 00:34:13,870 You've been here. You know what happened. 345 00:34:13,920 --> 00:34:16,879 Been here? No. I just arrived. 346 00:34:16,880 --> 00:34:17,880 What? 347 00:34:18,640 --> 00:34:21,677 - You've been nursing Kung Lao. - No, I haven't. 348 00:34:21,960 --> 00:34:25,199 What's going on? Is he safe? Is Taja still guarding him? 349 00:34:25,200 --> 00:34:27,589 Siro, I haven't seen Kung Lao. 350 00:34:27,880 --> 00:34:29,233 Then who's with him? 351 00:34:29,960 --> 00:34:31,951 We have to get to the Trading Post now. 352 00:34:33,320 --> 00:34:36,198 Go ahead. I'll come as quick as I can. 353 00:34:45,200 --> 00:34:47,159 Kung Lao, you shouldn't be up. 354 00:34:47,160 --> 00:34:49,355 I'm feeling better, really. 355 00:34:49,560 --> 00:34:53,712 For the first time since the attack, I've got some of my strength back. 356 00:34:55,160 --> 00:34:56,999 I thought the fresh air would do me some good. 357 00:34:57,000 --> 00:34:59,070 Mmm, yes, of course. 358 00:34:59,520 --> 00:35:04,319 I knew you would heal. You're young, you're strong. 359 00:35:04,320 --> 00:35:05,878 That feels good. 360 00:35:07,160 --> 00:35:10,232 And soon, all your pain will be gone. 361 00:35:23,760 --> 00:35:25,830 Shao Kahn, no! 362 00:35:30,720 --> 00:35:31,720 You! 363 00:35:32,080 --> 00:35:35,231 I will destroy your face forever. 364 00:36:47,640 --> 00:36:48,709 He lives. 365 00:36:50,000 --> 00:36:51,149 Yes. 366 00:36:52,040 --> 00:36:53,189 I sensed it. 367 00:36:53,720 --> 00:36:56,951 Oh, and how does it feel, saving your enemy's life? 368 00:36:57,840 --> 00:36:59,876 I feel relief at saving my own. 369 00:37:00,240 --> 00:37:01,593 Odd though, isn't it? 370 00:37:01,760 --> 00:37:07,118 Using another who despises you like Kitana to keep Kung Lao alive. 371 00:37:09,520 --> 00:37:12,080 Need can create strange alliances. 372 00:37:14,760 --> 00:37:16,398 Like ours? 373 00:37:22,040 --> 00:37:23,678 Well, you've been busy. 374 00:37:24,680 --> 00:37:28,036 - I did what I had to... - You'll speak when I'm ready! 375 00:37:30,840 --> 00:37:35,516 And you. I saved you from death at Kitana's hands for a reason. 376 00:37:36,640 --> 00:37:38,119 This is how you'll stay. 377 00:37:38,720 --> 00:37:40,995 With beauty to remind you of what you tried to be... 378 00:37:41,240 --> 00:37:43,834 and that to remind you of what you really are! 379 00:37:46,280 --> 00:37:47,554 Cover yourself... 380 00:37:49,160 --> 00:37:50,593 for eternity. 381 00:37:51,000 --> 00:37:52,000 Take her. 382 00:38:07,080 --> 00:38:08,957 You were in Earth Realm. 383 00:38:10,360 --> 00:38:12,032 - Serving you. - How? 384 00:38:12,800 --> 00:38:14,279 Serving me? 385 00:38:15,760 --> 00:38:18,957 By exposing that fraud masquerading as me. 386 00:38:19,000 --> 00:38:21,719 She was sent to Earth Realm to kill Kung Lao. 387 00:38:21,800 --> 00:38:25,076 Since you are forbidden to hunt Kung Lao by the Elder Gods... 388 00:38:25,200 --> 00:38:30,039 I knew you had no hand in it. It was a plot against us both. 389 00:38:30,040 --> 00:38:36,275 - I see. And who is behind it all? - That I don't know. 390 00:38:38,920 --> 00:38:42,310 Nevertheless, you travelled to Earth Realm against my orders. 391 00:38:42,400 --> 00:38:48,669 And by exposing this "plot", saved my enemy Kung Lao from death. 392 00:38:48,800 --> 00:38:50,279 I have a dilemma. 393 00:38:50,320 --> 00:38:54,029 Do I commend you or do I punish you? 394 00:38:54,200 --> 00:38:57,988 Commend me. And guard against it happening again. 395 00:38:58,560 --> 00:39:00,959 Dare you give me orders, Kitana? 396 00:39:00,960 --> 00:39:03,758 No, Emperor, only advice. 397 00:39:09,480 --> 00:39:10,549 Beautiful night. 398 00:39:15,760 --> 00:39:17,398 Somewhat romantic. 399 00:39:18,920 --> 00:39:21,514 Not now, okay, Rayden? Not in the mood. 400 00:39:26,400 --> 00:39:27,515 You all right? 401 00:39:28,400 --> 00:39:29,628 I'm feeling better. 402 00:39:30,600 --> 00:39:31,874 Funny way of showing it. 403 00:39:32,960 --> 00:39:35,394 - I need time to think. - Ah... 404 00:39:36,760 --> 00:39:37,988 to think. 405 00:39:42,360 --> 00:39:43,759 A lot went on here. 406 00:39:45,640 --> 00:39:47,159 You learned an important lesson. 407 00:39:47,160 --> 00:39:49,479 Things are not always as they appear, are they? 408 00:39:49,480 --> 00:39:51,319 No. They aren't. 409 00:39:51,320 --> 00:39:53,629 It's a tough one, but worth remembering. 410 00:39:55,200 --> 00:39:58,200 And if you start to forget, all you have to do is think of your house guest. 411 00:39:58,224 --> 00:39:59,639 I thought she was Kitana. 412 00:39:59,640 --> 00:40:01,995 Well, of course you did. She was perfect. 413 00:40:02,960 --> 00:40:06,159 Except for maybe the fangs, the bulging forehead... 414 00:40:06,160 --> 00:40:07,239 Stop it, okay? 415 00:40:07,240 --> 00:40:10,239 - And that lizard skin. - Damn it, Rayden, I didn't know. 416 00:40:10,240 --> 00:40:12,913 Yeah. But when you found out, whew... 417 00:40:13,440 --> 00:40:16,320 talk about rolling over in the morning after a bad night at the tavern... 418 00:40:16,344 --> 00:40:19,464 - I don't need to listen to this. - All right, all right, all right. I'll stop. 419 00:40:19,680 --> 00:40:21,477 - You sure you're done? - Promise. 420 00:40:24,320 --> 00:40:27,439 I'm worried about the real Kitana. Shao Kahn might try to kill her. 421 00:40:27,440 --> 00:40:29,959 - She's survived so far. - I hope she can again. 422 00:40:29,960 --> 00:40:31,109 As do l. 423 00:40:31,800 --> 00:40:34,951 - I need some rest. - Kung Lao, one more thing, it's important. 424 00:40:37,000 --> 00:40:39,753 Exactly how long were her front teeth?