The city awoke beneath a muted dawn, soft light spilling across rooftops still bearing the faint scars of battle, reminders that peace had never come without cost. Mira moved through the streets, her boots silent on the stone, her eyes absorbing every detail, every motion, every nuance. Nothing escaped her notice. Alder walked beside her, his presence steady, anchoring her, a counterpoint to the intense pulse of Kade inside her. Together the twins formed a rhythm that guided her decisions, sharpened her perception, and strengthened her resolve. Each heartbeat reminded her that vigilance was not a task but a state of being, one that required presence, patience, and unwavering commitment.The markets had reopened, but the air was thick with quiet tension. Merchants arranged their goods meticulously, eyes scanning for signs of danger. Children darted between stalls, laughter tentative, carried by parents’ protective gazes. Workers rebuilt buildings with careful precision, aligning beams,
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