Chapter 25 { A Comforting Presence}

• As the sun moved higher in the sky, casting a glow over the scene, Fiona's heart swelled with pride. The warriors, once a disparate group, had become a cohesive team, bonded not only by training but by the shared experiences of laughter and good-natured mischief. The training ground, now a vibrant arena of both serious combat and playful jest, reflected the strength of the newfound unity among Princess Fiona misfit and the warriors.
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• Diana awoke to the gentle hum of her system, Pinko, calling out to her. Weary, she rubbed the sleep from her eyes and found Pinko, its tiny head, legs, and arms floating in the air.