That afternoon, inside the castle.
The girls were having a picnic in the stream.
Esmeralda produced fruits and special dishes for the occasion because tomorrow night, Ivy will sacrifice her life for the greater cause.
She watched the girls having fun in the water.
"Granny, join us!" Ivy called.
Esmeralda smiled and obliged to the girl's request. She walked towards the bank and lowered herself into the water. She joined the girls and they sprayed water merrily at each other. She was all smile and so was Ivy. She studied the girl, Ivy could be a great actress and worthy of an award due to her brilliant performance today.
