Chapter 21 The Search Continues

• The morning sun spilled golden light over the bustling market of dellwyn, casting long shadows between the tightly packed stalls. The scent of fresh produce mingled with the briny tang of seafood, and the chatter of merchants calling out their wares filled the air in a chaotic symphony. Mirna wove through the crowded lanes, her basket swinging lightly in her hand, intent on gathering the day’s essentials—tomatoes, fresh shrimp, and perhaps a bundle of herbs for dinner.
• “Good morning, Mirna!” called out a cheerful vendor, lifting a crate of plump red tomatoes. “The ripest you’ll find this side of dellwyn!”
• Mirna smiled politely and picked up a handful, her fingers brushing against the smooth, firm skins. “These look perfect, Tomas. How much for a kilo?”