As Sub-Zero sat in deep meditation, his mind as still as the frozen tundra, a whisper of movement stirred the air around him. Opening his eyes with serene concentration, he sensed a subtle shift in the energy of the room.

Moments later, a messenger approached, bowing respectfully before delivering the news of an old friend's arrival. Sub-Zero's gaze remained steady, betraying no hint of surprise, as he acknowledged the message with a nod.

"Ah, fate has woven our paths together once more," he remarked, his voice as calm and composed as the icy winds that swept across the realm. "You are welcome to join me in contemplation, or to share tales of the trials you have faced since last we met..."