Chapter 62 - Lunch under the maple tree

Under the maple tree's dappled shadow, the quartet sat comfortably on a white linen cloth that was embellished with pink floral patterns. "Mmmm...the aroma is making my stomach grumble, Eliana." Elias, who was sitting while facing Leios, remarked, his eyes closed in delight. On the left, Leios was flanked by Nemesis, who had her hand cupped on the cheek, and on the right, Eliana, who was carefully arranging the basket and its contents on the linen cloth. She carefully placed a jug of red wine on one corner of the linen cloth, within easy reach of all of them. Beside it, she arranged the steaming bowls of rabbit and lentil stew, accompanied by wooden spoons and small bread plates. A selection of crusty breads, sliced apples, and cheese filled out the rest of the place, creating a feast fit for any appetite.