Though the grand succession contest had ended and the title of Clan Supreme had been passed, the vacation was far from over. With a few days still left in the mountains, the family immersed themselves in the quiet joy of nature and simple pleasures.
The mornings started with fresh mountain air and soft sunlight streaming across the tiled rooftops of the Phoenix Clan's residence. Miles often took Hope and Asher for early morning jogs through the forest trails, showing them how to listen for animals, track footprints, and breathe like a martial artist.
One afternoon, they went adventure training with Clarissa and a few clan members. It was more of a guided trek through forested paths than an actual training session, but to the twins, it felt like a scene out of a movie. They climbed low cliffs with ropes, crossed wooden bridges suspended over shallow gorges, and laughed together while sliding down grassy slopes.
