As summer approached, the estate bloomed in full, and the gardens became a vibrant blend of colors. Yet, within the Lumino family, the feeling of urgency had only grown stronger. Luna felt it each time she trained with her father, each time she sensed the shadowy figure lurking just beyond her reach. There was an unspoken understanding among her family that they were preparing for something, a coming storm that would test them all.
One evening, James led Luna deeper into the forest than they had ever ventured before. The trees cast long shadows as the sun dipped below the horizon, and the air was filled with the quiet rustle of leaves. Luna glanced at her father, sensing that this was no ordinary lesson.
"Tonight, we're taking your training a step further," James said, his voice low. "There's something I've been waiting to show you—something our family has kept hidden for generations."
