silver beneath the surface

Ellara's heart warmed at Atreyu's enthusiasm. "I'd love to see how your mother prepared it," she replied, her eyes sparkling with interest. She glanced around, the scent of cedar still heavy in the air, mingling with the earthy aroma of the forest. "Let's see what we can find around here to make this meal even better."

With that, she started to search the area surrounding Cedar Falls, her nose low to the ground. The forest floor was rich and diverse, offering a variety of plants and herbs. She knew that some of the best flavors came from fresh, local ingredients.

Ellara's keen eyes spotted a patch of wild garlic growing near the base of a cedar tree. She dug gently, her paws careful not to disturb too much of the surrounding vegetation, and pulled up a few bulbs. "These will add a nice, savory touch," she said, laying them beside the salmon.

[ 1/3 Collected an herb - Wild Garlic ]