As soon as the deal was struck, the Baba Yaga cackled in glee and ordered her familiars to prepare for the feast. The riders came back with freshly caught game and the witch herself began to cook up a storm in her cauldron. The smell of the cooking meat and spices filled the air, making the group's stomachs growl in hunger.
Elena couldn't help but feel uneasy as she watched the Baba Yaga cook, wondering what sort of ingredients she was using. She noticed that the witch was adding in various herbs and spices, but also some strange powders and liquids that she didn't recognize.
As the feast was being prepared, the group sat around a large table in the witch's hut, waiting anxiously for the meal to be served. The Baba Yaga poured everyone a glass of a deep red liquid, claiming it was a special wine made from the fruits of the forest. Elena couldn't shake the feeling that something was off about the drink, but she took a small sip to be polite.
