In the coziness of that gathering, everyone agreed that although the meal wasn't the most extraordinary they had ever tasted, it had fully satisfied their appetites.
Next, they prepared for another revitalizing experience: the medicinal bath. On this occasion, the preparation included the addition of four blood fruits, causing the water to take on a vibrant red hue. It wasn't as dense as blood, but it resembled a drink tinted with a crimson dye.
"Burp..."
After the unexpected sound, Ariel, with her irreverent manner, asked, "Ready to dive in?" As she spoke, she playfully patted her own stomach, displaying a mischievous air.
Julia, always elegant, laughed at her friend's relaxed attitude and said, "How can you be so genuine? I admire your confidence." Touching Ariel's shoulder gently, she gave her an affectionate look.
Ariel, without missing a beat, replied with a challenging sparkle in her eyes: "Really?"
