Elise blushed when Anna brought up the topic of boys--a subject which the other girl seemed to now a bit about. Elise, being mostly inexperienced in that department, was somewhat relieved when the conversation quickly changed and they set off for the hot springs.

The trek up the mountainside was interesting and Elise spotted a number of herbs that would prove useful in her potion as they walked. The hot springs themselves were wonderfully soothing, especially after their short hike up the mountain path. Elise felt somewhat awkward about undressing and bathing with someone she didn't know, but Anna was so easygoing and fun to be around that she quickly forgot about her modesty.

Soon they were so caught up in conversing and speculating about their new home and its inhabitants that they nearly lost track of time. Anna's squeal brought Elise back to reality and she was surprised to realize how much of the day had already passed. The young witch stood and followed Anna to the changing rooms where the two women quickly dressed before beginning their descent down the mountain path and back to town.