Don't judge a thing until you know what's inside it

Alexa lifted her nose to the wind. The seasons shifting had been a welcome reprieve. The frigid southern continent was just beginning its transition into spring when this place was turning into a brisk fall. She was here to collect as many of the last-minute summer herbs to take back down to Vedia. Their stores had been dangerously low for far too long.

She was hoping to find some Queen Ann's lace, Fennel, and fenugreek. Rosemary would be a must along with thyme and oregano. She'd like to surprise both Haydee and Eltrys with her finds. Fledgling her ass, she was old enough now, she didn't need babysitting and staying that close to home.

She hauled a temporary basket with her to fill as much as she could. Oh! The lavender is in bloom too! She'll grab as many bundles of those as she can. Her white tail swished over the grasses. Every herb she touched was fragrant and ready to harvest.