That night in the royal chambers we kept the family close. The kings and I both carried smiles and satisfaction on our faces showing how proud we were of how far our children had come.
Elara slept soundly for the first time in days. Lila and Thorne flanked her with protective presence. The kings and I lingered by the fire after they drifted off.
Darius rubbed his healed arm. "The spirit balances now. Elara carries its power without losing herself.".
Kane nodded. "Her visions showed us the shadow's weakness. We use that knowledge."
Rylan leaned back with a satisfied expression. "They faced the old stones and came back stronger. Our family grows through every test."
I looked toward the inner room where the three breathed evenly. "Yes and that is exactly what we need right now my kings."
The spirit had granted Elara greater healing but demanded balance. The children had worked together to achieve it. Their gifts continued to mature while we guided them with care.
