At the portal in Outworld's capital Sun Do, Liu Kang, Manado, and Talion can be seen walking through the portal where they are confronted by Li Mei and the Sun Do Constables. Li Mei steps forward.

"Return home, Lord Liu Kang. I am to let no one pass." Li Mei advises.

"We must see her Majesty. She must call off her attack on Earthrealm." Liu Kang replies.

"Her decision was unwise, but she no longer seeks my counsel. And I doubt she's interested in yours, nor yours Manado, considering what has transpired." Li Mei says.

"The Empress has been deceived, Li Mei. Shang Tsung and General Shao have fomented this crisis as a means to steal her throne." Talion informs.

"General Shao? I knew he was hiding his true intentions. But join Shang Tsung? (Sighs) I knew he couldn't be trusted. Were I still Umgadi, he never would have breathed the same air as the Empress. My palace sources told me he arrived out of nowhere and immediately had the Empress's ear." Li Mei explains.

"He gained her trust by treating Princess Mileena's condition. Tragically, she is afflicted with Tarkat disease." Manado reveals.

Li Mei looks at him in shock.

"Tarkat?! The Empress must be beside herself. If Shang Tsung found a treatment, no wonder she embraced him." Li Mei realizes.

"We have shared this with no one, Li Mei. I trust that you, of all people, will keep this secret." Manado says.

"Of course. Were it made public, it would bring down the royal family." Li Mei replies.

"Li Mei, Empress Sindel needs our help. Will you join us?" Liu Kang asks.

Li Mei ponders this in thought.

"Emperor Jerrod's death, the pain it caused Empress Sindel, has always haunted me. I failed the royal family once. I won't do so again." Li Mei says.

Manado smiles at her decision and together, the four make haste. They hop into a carriage and the constables quickly move it through Sun Do, determined to reach the royal palace quickly.

"Everything now makes sense. My Umgadi contacts had said the General's soldiers had been encroaching. But still, I can't fathom it. General Shao committing treason?" Li Mei asks.

"It is the fruit of a poisonous seed planted by Shang Tsung. He played to the General's vanity, inflamed his prejudices, to convince him that he alone can save Outworld." Liu Kang explains.

"He may be unstoppable. The Umgadi don't have numbers and my constables aren't trained for war." Li Mei points out.

"Know that I, too, will aid in the Empress's defense." Liu Kang vows.

"We all will, Liu Kang. But first we must inform my Grandmother of the truth first." Talion points out.

"And we will, my daughter. I promise." Manado says.

"But I don't understand. Why now do you decide to inform the Empress the truth?" Li Mei asks.

"Given my current condition, I would have been unable to explain to her what has transpired. And Shang Tsung no doubt told Sindel that Talion betrayed her family as well. We had no choice but to wait, until the time was right." Manado explains.

Suddenly, the carriage ceases its movement. Li Mei turns to where the driver would be.

"Driver, what is it?" Li Mei asks.

Getting no response, Li Mei creaks the carriage door open to reveal several of the General's soldiers blocking their path, the Sun Do constables stand ready.

"I may need that aid right now." Li Mei informs, earning a nod from Liu Kang, Manado, and Talion.

Outside, Reiko and Motaro walk up towards the carriage, Li Mei opens the carriage door and Reiko sees her with Liu Kang and the Chujins.

"Return them to the portal gate, Li Mei. They aren't welcome in Outworld." Reiko orders.

"I won't support the General, Reiko. Nor his plot to usurp the throne." Li Mei replies.

"Then you won't live to see the new regime." Reiko says.

Reiko looks towards Motaro, who wastes no time and rips a constable's arms off before slamming his horse-like legs down onto another. The constables and the soldiers engage in kombat, Reiko slashing three constables to death with his dagger.

"They have us surrounded." Li Mei informs.

"We are protectors of realms, Li Mei. We are no strangers to kombat." Manado points out.

"Then let's get out there." Li Mei says.

Li Mei then pushes the carriage doors open and runs into battle, kicking two soldiers in the head before sweep kicking another to the ground. Behind her, Liu Kang punches a soldier back as Manado kicks another in the abdomen. Reiko stuns a constable before tossing him to the side. He notices Li Mei approaching him and confronts her.

"You should've joined us, not the constabulary. We could've used your Umgadi skills." Reiko says.

"Enough! I've no use for a traitor's compliments." Li Mei replies, assuming a fighting stance.

"They the fight. li Mei finds herself in a tough fight against Reiko, who has spent his entire life training to be the perfect soldier. Li Mei however, with her better experience and training, courtesy of Manado's guidance, Li Mei manages to hold her own before knocking Reiko down to the ground.

"You and your accomplices will face judgement, Reiko." Li Mei says.

At this point, the fight has been won and Reiko and the soldiers have been arrested and are being taken into custody. Li Mei looks towards Liu Kang, Manado, and Talion.

"We must leave. Reinforcements will be on the way." Li Mei advises.

They hop back onto the carriage and it drives off, Liu Kang closes the carriage door behind them. A short time later, they arrive at the royal palace, moving through the entrance and into the gardens. It is there where they are confronted by Tanya.

"Word of their arrival precedes you. Surrender if you wish to remain unharmed." Tanya warns,

Li Mei raised her hands to gain her attention.

"Let us pass, Tanya. The Empress and her family are I. Danger. He brings word that Shang Tsung and General Shao plot against them." Li Mei informs.

"The General?! Are you so easily taken in by lies? Once again, you prove incapable of protecting the royal house." Tanya says.

They then fight. Li Mei finds herself in an even match against Tanya. As they are Umgadi, both current and former, their skills are compatible, able to counter what the other throws at each other. In the end, it backs a battle of wills, and it is here where Li Mei gains the upper hand. After a long fight, Tanya is knocked down.

"I'm sorry you made that necessary." Li Mei says.

A shout gains her attention and she quickly sees more Umgadi approach. Li Mei, Liu Kang, Manado, and Talion quickly find themselves surrounded by Umgadi, spears in their hands and ready for kombat. Li Mei holds a hand out.

"Priestesses... you know who I am. Of my deeds when I was one of you. I may no longer be welcome... but in my heart, I am still Umgadi. I will always honor my vows. They are here to end a threat to the Empress. Stand against us and she will lose the throne. Stand with us, and we will save the empire." Li Mei explains.

The Umgadi pause, taking in her words. Ultimately, they stand down. Moments later, Li Mei, Liu Kang, Manado, and Talion move through the palace, the Umgadi walking from behind and Tanya restrained by the wrists.

"Why didn't you kill me?" Tanya asks.

"Because we mean you no harm." Li Mei replies.

"And that you live will help prove that fact to the Empress." Liu Kang adds.

Manado and Talion look to each other, unease and uncertainty clear on their faces. They hope that Sindel will heed their words, or they may be forced to fight their own family.

Sure enough, they arrive in the throne room where Sindel sits on her throne, Kitana and Mileena sitting on either side of her, and Zaveer standing beside his mother. Li Mei, Liu Kang, Tanya, Manado, and Talion stand before them and Sindel is not happy.

"How dare you, Li Mei! It's not enough you let Jerrod be murdered? You'd let Liu Kang and Manado destroy the rest of my family?" Sindel asks.

"My heart broke when your husband died. I lost not only my Emperor... but you, my closest friend. I know you may never forgive me... but don't be blinded by anger and grief. We are here to help you." Li Mei explains.

Tanya suddenly grabs Li Mei from behind, wrapping the rope that restrains her wrists around her throat. The rest of the Umgadi raise their spears, ready to fight. Li Mei manages to free herself and kicks Tanya back. This enacts the other Umgadi to engage in kombat, forcing Liu Kang, Manado, And Talion to fight as well. Kitana, Zaveer, and Mileena quickly step in to aid the Umgadi but Sindel stops Mileena's advance.

"No, daughter! Your condition." Sindel says.

Manado manages to push by an Umgadi but then receives a kick to the face by Zaveer, knocking him to the floor. He quickly rises and faces Zaveer.

"Stand down, son. I do not wish to harm you." Manado advises.

"How could you do this? You betrayed all of us! And now you return, expecting us to listen to your lies? I thought we were family!" Zaveer says.

"We are family, Zaveer." Manado points out.

"Not anymore!" Zaveer yells, engaging in kombat with Manado.

After several kicks, Li Mei manages to knock Tanya to the ground. She then turns and sees Kitana approaching her.

"Your faithlessness astounds, Li Mei! How can you take side with Earthrealm against us?!" Kitana asks.

"I am acting for your family's benefit... and for Outworld's! If you took a moment, you'd realize it!" Li Mei replies.

They then fight. Kitana proves to be a difficult opponent for Li Mei, especially since she's holding back since Li Mei doesn't want to harm Kitana. Kitana's fighting experience is on full display in their kombat, her skills combined with her bladed fans gives her an advantage in the fight. The fight is long and brutal, but Li Mei manages to find an opening and knocks Kitana down to the ground.

"You must be smarter, Princess." Li Mei says.

Kitana rises back to her feet to confront her once more, but is stopped by Talion.

"You dare stand in my way, daughter? How could you?! I thought you knew better then this!" Kitana asks.

"Li Mei is right, mother. This is not a fight we should be having." Talion points out.

Kitana however, jumps in and engages in kombat with Talion. Seeing how the outcome of the fight is going, Mileena decides to join in on the fight, but Sindel grabs her by the arm to stop her.

"No, Mileena. I forbid it." Sindel orders.

"I must. If I won't risk my life for the throne, I'm not worthy of it." Mileena says, shaking Sindel's hand fro her arm. Sindel looks on in worry as Mileena fights Li Mei. They trade blows which are blocked by the other. Mileena blocks a kick from Li Mei before raising her foot up, hovering her an opening to punch Li Mei in the Mei face before kicking her down to the ground. Li Mei quickly rises to her feet.

"I remember teaching you that, Princess. You were but a girl." Li Mei says.

"Hmph! That was long ago. Much has changed." Mileena replies.

"My loyalty to your family haven't. Trust me now as you did then." Li Mei asks.

Mileena lunges in, Li Mei avoiding two of her punches. She then sees Mileena attempt the same move as before but manages to kick her down to the ground.

"Please, Princess. Just Listen. We shouldn't fight!" Li Mei points out.

By this point, the medicine wears off and Tarkat takes control of Mileena, her teeth sharpening and her eyes glowing orange. Mileena rises from her feet and growls at Li Mei. Sindel rushes from behind her.

"Mileena!" Sindel calls out.

Mileena quickly turns towards her and with a snarl, tackles Sindel to the ground. Manado manages to push Zaveer back before seeing what is transpiring.

"Sindel!" Manado yells.

Manado quickly rushes in and with Li Mei's help, manages to pry Mileena off of Sindel before tossing her aside. Mileena quickly recovers, ready to fight against Li Mei who stands in front of Manado to confront her.

"Forgive me, Princess. But I won't allow you to hurt yourself or anyone else." Li Mei says before assuming her fighting stance.

They then fight. Li Mei finds herself in one of her most difficult fight yet. Mileena is attacking her with full savagery and unleashing everything she has at Li Mei, who holds back as to not hurt her. In a normal situation, she would be struggling more, but with Manado by her side, Li Mei is able to hold her own. The fight is brutal, but in the end, Li Mei is victorious.

"Tarkat makes victims of us all." Li Mei says.

Li Mei removes the rope form Tanya's wrists as Sindel and Manado kneels down and helps a dazed Mileena sit back up. Tanya rushes forwards and gives Manado a syringe full of the Tarkat medicine. He takes it and injects it into her. It takes hold immediately, and she quickly recovers. She turns towards Manado and Tanya, still slightly dazed from her kombat.

"Thank Argus." Tanya says.

Sindel stands to look towards Li Mei.

"Thank you. I am in your debt." Sindel says.

"No, your majesty. There can be no debt between friends." Li Mei assures.

Sindel smiles at her before looking down at Manado.

"Thank you, Manado. On behalf of me and my family, I truly apologize for misjudging you." Sindel apologizes.

"None needed, Queen Sindel. I only did what I could to protect my family. (Looks towards Mileena) I vow I made when I took your daughter's hands in marriage." Manado says.

Mileena smiles at him, grateful for him helping her. Liu Kang then approaches.

"I am glad she is safe, and that our conflict has ended." Liu Kang says.

"It is paused, not ended. Manado and Li Mei earned my goodwill. Whether you do remains to be seen." Sindel points out.

"I seek only peace, your majesty." Liu Kang says.

"Is that why you send minions on secret missions into my empire? You've proved yourself the enemy I was long warned you would be." Sindel points out.

"I understand your anger. But I had reason to believe that Shang Tsung posed a threat to both of us. Until I confirmed them, I did not want to burden you with my suspicions." Liu Kang explains.

"And now?" Sindel asks.

"They have proven true. Shang Tsung, Quan Chi, The General. They conspire to conquer our realms." Liu Kang informs.

Talion then steps forward.

"Believe his words, your majesty. For he speaks the truth." Talion says.

"A serious charge. Where is your proof?" Sindel asks.

"At Shang Tsung's laboratory. If what you see there does not convince you, I will surrender Earthrealm without a fight." Liu Kang promises.

Manado and Talion glance at one another, hoping that their trip back at Shang Tsung's laboratory will be more than enough to convince Sindel.