"They are nearly identical to alligator pears, so I thought I was poisoned." The memory is hazy, but she remembers that spike of fear very clearly. "Peki took me to Moira and she gave me epinephrine."

Era was lucky she hadn't died that day, and was quite paranoid about trying new foods in Deerington after that. Fortunately her healing magic is functional in Havenwell, meaning she likely wouldn't be in true danger... Still, it was a shite experience.

"I won't, but I keep telling Ardbert to. He knows to keep away from it, but he's a lightweight and might forget."

She drinks more of the smoothie. It makes her feel cold, though Carbuncle is more than capable of keeping her warm, and the growing stability of her hands is more than worth a bit of a chill.

"He liked pubs and taverns when he was young. It would be nice for him to make more friends to drink with."