Zotaro's Froater soared through the skies, carrying him farther away from Division 17. As he flew, he spotted a group of individuals on a nearby rooftop, surrounded by Ariners. They seemed to be in a fierce battle.

Without hesitation, Zotaro guided his Froater toward the rooftop. He leapt off the machine, Death Seed at the ready. The Ariners were caught off guard as Zotaro charged into battle.

The group he was helping consisted of a young woman with short, spiky hair and a tall, brooding man with a scar above his eyebrow. Together, they fought off the Ariners with impressive skill.

When the dust settled, the woman turned to Zotaro and nodded in gratitude. "Thanks for the assist. I'm Lila, and this is Kaida."

Zotaro smiled, feeling a sense of camaraderie. "I'm Zotaro. What were the Ariners after?"

Kaida's eyes narrowed. "They're searching for anyone with... unusual abilities. We're part of a group that's been hiding in plain sight."

Lila added, "We've heard rumors of a powerful Seed that could change everything. Maybe you're connected to it?"

Zotaro's grip on the Death Seed tightened. "I have it. But I'm not sure what it does or who I can trust."

Lila and Kaida exchanged a look, and then nodded in unison. "Let's work together. We might be able to help each other."

Zotaro smiled, feeling a sense of hope. With new allies by his side, he was ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.