The bus had been on the road for several days across the wilds, pausing near sundown at a pop-up human gathering spot for some fixes. The area was near the Vedanta outpost, with several other well-known Polluted Zones, including the Erdtree's, nearby.
This spot saw a steady stream of teams coming and going, picking up supplies and digging up relics, so it naturally became a hotspot for temporary traders.
With the people came various sellers looking to earn a buck. Small vendors darted among the rest stop crowd, selling everything from drinks and food to even weapons, maps, and information. It was a busy scene.
A young boy selling candies approached Kestrel, begging, "Please buy some, miss. One ashcredit for a scoop. They're really tasty."
