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After diligently practicing for several hours under the patient guidance of Erfina, he felt a sense of accomplishment wash over him.
With muscles weary but spirit rejuvenated, they retired to his modest quarters, the flickering candlelight casting gentle shadows across the room.
As Ethan settled into bed, Erfina in her small beast form also slept beside Luna on the same bed.
As Ethan lay on the bed, thoughts of today's lessons danced in his mind, weaving dreams of mastery and achievement before he drifted to slumber.
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As Ethan peacefully slumbered, he remained unaware of the stealthy intruder who had once again breached his room's sanctity in pursuit of something valuable.
The thief, a shadow in the night, crept in with meticulous care, ensuring each step was as silent as the whisper of the wind through the trees.
