The first rays of dawn spilled over the peaks of the Sacred Mountains.For the travelers, it was a sight they had dreamed of through countless nights of uncertainty.Home.The towering cliffs, crowned by the Tree Beyond the Sky, stood proudly against the golden morning. Waterfalls cascaded down the mountainsides, their mist catching the sunlight like liquid crystal. Eagles circled lazily above the highest ridges, while the familiar scent of pine and wildflowers drifted on the breeze.Aiden stopped walking, his eyes shimmering. "We're really back."Killian smiled as he rested a hand on his son's shoulder. "We are."For a long moment, no one took another step. They simply stood together, taking in the sight they had fought so hard to see again.Then Leo barked excitedly. Without warning, the little silver wolf sprinted down the mountain path toward home."Leo!" Aiden laughed. "You could at least wait for us!"Leo looked over his shoulder, barked again as if saying *You're too slow*, and
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