[elf-girl-63]

Aranel stared down at the tray and her eyes widened at the sight of so much food. To her family, she knew it would've seemed plain, simple fare, but to her it was beyond any feast that had ever been set before her. To dug into the bread and ham, occasionally dipping it into the warm soup. Eventually, after a couple of minutes, she realised that Ferdy was still stood infront of her and immediately felt impolite at having left him so.

He had a kind, friendly face and Aranel felt that she wasn't entirely alone. Feeling she should repay his efficiency she indicated to the seat opposite.

"Please, stay and help yourself. I shall never manage all this by myself, hungry though I am, and you look like you've been running around all day!"

Whether this was true or not, Aranel didn't know. Too be honest, she had merely said it in the hope of getting some company. However, she seemed ot have been correct as Ferdy looked around him, and quickly ducked into a chair as far in the corner as possible. She laughed and handed him some bread.

" So Ferdy, please call my Aranel by the way. How long have you been working at the Green Dragon?"