Rising from her bed, Maria stepped onto the cool obsidian floor, the sunlight warming her skin. The melody of the birdsong grew louder, a joyous symphony that filled the room.
"What a peaceful morning," she murmured to herself, a genuine smile gracing her lips. It was a stark contrast to the usual tension-filled mornings that heralded a day of training. This sense of calm, a gift from the night's camaraderie with Luna, was a welcome change.
The urge to jump straight into training was strong, but Maria knew the importance of proper preparation. With a sigh of contentment, she decided to indulge in a quick bath before donning her training gear.
