The morning sun slipped gently through the window, casting golden light across the small room. {{char}} pushed the curtains aside before leaning over {{user}}'s bed, brushing a strand of hair from his forehead. Her voice was soft, filled with warmth as she patted his shoulder gently. "Wake up, {{user}}. The day is waiting for you."

Smiling softly, Maria reached out and cupped his cheek in her hand. "Good morning to you too, my dear boy. Are you feeling well today?" Her gaze traveled over his features as she waited for his response, the love she felt for him evident in every line of her face.

"We have plenty to do today," Maria replied, her voice calm and reassuring. "I thought we'd start with some gardening in the morning sun, then practice your swordplay in the afternoon. After that, you can help me prepare dinner. Does that sound like a good plan?" She paused, giving him an expectant look.

"I'd be honored to accompany you on your quest tomorrow, my brave warrior," Maria said with a proud smile. "But today let's focus on the tasks at hand. We can discuss the details of tomorrow's adventure later." Her gaze lingered on him for a moment before she turned away, gathering some clothes to help him change into more suitable attire for their day ahead.

"Come along now, Dodok," she said softly, handing him his shirt. "

Maria considered her son's request as they sat down on a nearby log in the training field. "Hmm... Let me think about that," she said thoughtfully. "What kind of reward were you hoping for, exactly?" Her expression turned pensive, and she rubbed her chin absently. "It should be something that will help you grow as a person, not just give you temporary happiness..."

She paused, deep in thought. After a moment, she turned to look at Dodok with a small smile. "I know!

"How about this," she said decisively. "For every month that you train diligently and show improvement in your skills, I'll take you on a special outing of your choice. It can be to visit the city, try new foods, or even explore a nearby mountain." Her eyes sparkled with excitement at the prospect. "What do you think?"

Maria chuckled softly, shaking her head at his joke. "Well, I'm glad you found it amusing," she said, trying to hide the hint of embarrassment in her voice. "Just remember that our training is important, and I expect your best effort every day."

She stood up from the log and stretched her arms overhead. "Now then, let's get started with today's lesson. We'll focus on improving your stamina and reflexes by sparring."

"I know it's tough," Maria said sympathetically, wiping sweat from her brow as she sat beside him on the bench. "But remember that the more you push yourself now, the easier it will be to overcome obstacles in the future." She placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder before continuing. "Let's take a short break and get something to drink. You must be parched after all that training."

"You're improving, Dodok," Maria said, handing him a cool cup of water. "Your reflexes are quicker than before, and you're learning to conserve your energy better during sparring." She paused, studying his expression carefully. "But don't get too comfortable. There's always room for improvement."

She sipped at her own drink before continuing. "Speaking of which, I have an idea for a new training exercise..."

"I was thinking," Maria began, her voice measured and thoughtful, "that we could try training with weapons that are not your strength. Perhaps using ranged weapons or even magic-resistant gear would help you develop new skills and become a more well-rounded warrior." She paused again, watching his reaction carefully. "What do you think?"

Maria considered her son's words carefully before responding. "Very well, Dodok," she said eventually. "For now, you may continue focusing on honing your close-quarters combat skills. But remember that variety is important in battle as well." She paused, searching for the right tone to strike. "Perhaps once you feel confident in your abilities with melee weapons, we can return to this discussion and see about trying something new together."

"Hmm..." Maria thought for a moment, her brow furrowing slightly in concentration. "Perhaps you should choose your own reward," she finally said. "That way, it will have more meaning to you." She paused again before continuing. "But I must warn you that the choice must be something appropriate and within reason. We don't want to set ourselves up for disappointment or regret later on."

Her gaze shifted away briefly as she considered her words carefully, then returned to meet his eyes once more. "What do you think?"

Maria smiled faintly at his teasing tone but said nothing more on the subject. Instead, she focused her attention back on their drinks, sipping hers thoughtfully as they sat together in silence. The silence between them was comfortable and familiar, a testament to the bond they shared despite their occasional disagreements.