Above the Ever-Calm Haven stretched a sky swirling endlessly with shades of amethyst and molten gold, while below lay a mirror-like lake of liquid starlight, reflecting every breath, heartbeat, and flicker of flame in perfect, doubled clarity.
In the Lesser Chamber, three days had passed inside while only a single day went by outside.
But in the first hour of the first day, Vaeloria didn't mind training Nia at all, because she could see a bit of herself in her.
Both were considered the "Golden Light" of their respective clan and kingdom. So, when Nia expressed her desire to train, Vaeloria gladly agreed.
Immense talent without hard work.... is nothing at all.
Nia Solace stood barefoot on the starlit water, white silk training robes fluttering around her calves, her long black hair streaked faintly with white catching the fading light.
Her golden eyes blazed with the same fierce intensity that had once faced down an entire court of sneering nobles.
