Two days later, the atmosphere around the estate was one of quiet anticipation. The days had passed in a blur of preparation for the upcoming fair, with Katrin reading the contents of the journal to Ethan and Ruby to see if he can discover where else the rest of the gems were hidden.
However, today, the focus was on Aeliana and Eldor, who had decided to take more time to spend together and enjoy a picnic in the woods.
The clearing they chose was picturesque, surrounded by tall, ancient trees whose branches formed a natural canopy overhead. Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled patterns on the ground. Aeliana and Eldor spread out a checkered blue and white blanket on the soft grass and unpacked their picnic basket, which was filled with an array of delicious treats: fresh bread, cheese, fruits, and a bottle of crisp, white wine.
