When it became clear that Q and B were going to undress, to then bath, I'd make sure to be looking the other way. When Rachel and Vickie as well it sounded were joining the two I thought it prudent to search the perimeter around the pool. Before leaving though I will call to Jason, "I'll make sure the area around our camp is secure." Better to give the girls time to themselves and then come back later,.
Edited: Thomaslee on 21st May, 2018 - 5:28am
Once everyone has refreshed themselves in the pool of water the second sun is low in the sky and soon camp is set up and dinner served before you turn in for the night. The night passes quietly while during the night Q will pull Jason from the camp to head out into the woods for some alone time.
As the first sun comes up everyone is refreshed and ready for a new day.
Edited: KNtoran on 21st May, 2018 - 2:43pm
I make sure that my makeshift map is up to date and then secure it. Using my pace count it's one thing but estimating distance based on a horses stride was something he could do better because of his info download teaching him how to ride. "Let's get moseying. The sooner we get there, the sooner we get back."
I once again gather my things together and get ready to head out once again. Upon hearing Jonathan's statement; I can't help but smile as I think of Kelvin.
I hope things and the stronghold are well.
I'm a bit surprised as Thalica starts dragging me away from the camp, but then get a goofy grin and let her, absently waving goodbye at anyone still up as we disappear into the woods.
The next morning sees me back in my bedroll, curled protectively around this young woman who has so rapidly become the light of my life.
It takes me a little longer than usual to get ready to go, I keep stopping and watching Thalica with that same smile on my face.
Jonathan's comment snaps me out of it a bit. "Oh, oh yes, lets get moving indeed."
Travis, gathers his belongings, grooms his horse, then eats some of his rations for breakfast. Keeping up his fluid in take, drinks some water also.
Then mounts his horse ridding out with the others, in the middle, to rear of pack.
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As Q and B lead you deeper into the woods they seem to be getting more animated. They stop for a bit of time to point out to Travis a rare plant that has healing properties to it. This plant is quite rare and they tell you it only grows in the moonlight during a fog. Finding it before it withers is a good sign. You are able to harvest enough to make three potions of healing (CLW) or one potion of CMW.
Qwantithalica will tell Jason that they feel that they are within a days ride to her home. B and herself remember part of these woods before they were taken. When they set off again the move a bit quicker in a north direction. The woods are getting a bit more dense and dark as the terrain begins to get more rugged. The further you go the more Rugged it gets not longer rolling hills but more like steep hills and small mountains. It is just after midday when you come to a clearing that has a river tumbling down a small cliff (60-70') and producing a nice pool. Both Q and B squeal with delight on seeing this as they explain that this is where they would come and swim as children a lot. The other elf teens all move towards the waterfall and pool as they all share memories of the fun times they had here.
Qwantithalica will tell Jason and the others that their homeland is just beyond the ridge and down in the valley due north. You just have to cross this river (Big stream). The stream is deep and cold unlike the pool that seems much warmer. But you all can cross it with little trouble. It is about 5 feet deep. The pool much deeper.