After the Prince releases the dark god Ahriman to save Elika's life, the two survive and retreat to an underground palace. Elika, furious at the price paid, leaves him — then both find themselves facing Elika's father, the Mourning King, once more. As they fight their way out, Elika challenges the Prince's decision repeatedly, arguing that reviving her was not worth unleashing evil. The Prince counters that freeing her gives them a chance to stop Ahriman together. After defeating the Mourning King, Elika departs to search for her people, leaving the Prince alone with a vengeful Ahriman — events that lead directly into Prince of Persia: The Fallen King.