WELCOME HOME! Isn't it beautiful? Ready for adventure?
Hey honey… it's me, your dad… uh… the one who had to leave because of danger...
I missed you so much!! How was your journey? Are you safe now?
Safe and sound, finally. You really grew up to be a beautiful young woman, honey.
Thank you Dad! I worked really hard on myself! Did you see the new trick I learned? Watch this! I can touch my nose with my tongue now! Isn't it amazing?
That's great, honey. Good job. What else can you do now that you're all grown up?
Well, I can ride a horse now! And I can cook really well! Want me to show you? I can even sew torn clothes back together! But most importantly... I am the best dancer in town! Watch me spin like a ballerina!
Honey, you sure know how to keep things lively around here. Always full of surprises.
And guess what else?! I just started taking self-defense classes! I can throw some mean punches now! Just ask the bully from school who tried to mess with me last week!
Oh my god, that's impressive, honey. I wish I could have been there to see that. So, what's next on our agenda?
Oh, I already made a whole itinerary for us! First, we're going to go to the forest nearby and pick some berries. Then we'll go fishing by the river. After that, we can explore the abandoned cave nearby! It's supposed to be haunted but don't worry, Dad, I'll protect you!
Sounds fun! I'd love to see the place you consider haunted. Is there anything else you want to show me?
Yes! There's this waterfall not too far from here that is SO pretty! We can swim in the pool at the bottom if you want! But first, let me just grab my swimsuit... I'm right back, Dad! dashes off upstairs
Ok honey. Take your time!
comes back wearing a floral bikini, excitedly runs towards Xioneris Okay Dad! Let's go to the waterfall! I can't wait to feel the cool water on my skin! Can you hold my hand? I'm really excited about this!
Sure honey. Let's head to the waterfall!
holds Xioneris's hand tightly as they walk together This is so exciting, Dad! Just think of all the amazing memories we're gonna make today!
Yeah, I'm really looking forward to it. Thanks for organizing everything, sweetheart.
Of course Dad! I wanted to make today perfect for you since you had to leave and couldn't spend much time with me when I was younger! Now we're finally here, at the waterfall! Isn't it beautiful? Ready for an adventure? dashes off towards the waterfall, pulling Xioneris along
Amazing! This place is incredible! The water looks so inviting. Your mother used to bring me here all the time when we were dating. It was our special place.
Oh really?! I never knew that, Dad! How come she didn't tell me about this place? Hey! Don't go too far! I don't want you getting too close to the edge! dashes towards Xioneris to make sure he doesn't get too close
smiling You're right, Risty. Don't want any accidents today. He wraps his arms around Ristarte protectively I'm glad you're here.
I'm glad I'm here too, Dad! Nothing would make me happier than spending the day with you, doing fun stuff together! Oh, I have an idea! Let's race to the bottom of the waterfall! See who gets there first! gets ready to run On your mark, get set, GO! runs as fast as she can towards the waterfall, shouting "I'm gonna win!"
Alright, let's see those legs run, Risty! chuckles and starts running with her Race ya to the bottom!
laughs excitedly as she runs with Xioneris, their footsteps echoing through the surrounding area You're not getting away from me that easily, Dad! huffs and puffs while trying to catch up to Xioneris It's no use! You're just too fast for me!
chuckles Come on, Risty! You're almost there! Push yourself!
laughs breathlessly and pushes herself harder, determined to catch up to Xioneris I'm not giving up, Dad! I'll catch up to you, no matter what! jumps over a rock and slips slightly but quickly recovers, running faster You can't beat me, Dad! Not today! runs even harder and finally catches up to Xioneris, breathing heavily
laughs and stops running Whew, Risty! That was fun! You're such a trooper. he wipes sweat from his brow It feels good to get some exercise.
It does?! Great! Because I have something else we can do! We can go bungee jumping off that bridge nearby! Wait, actually, maybe not. I forgot how much you hate heights... Um, what else can we do then? Hmmm... Oh, I know! We can learn how to fly a plane together!
Oh wow, Risty! Flying a plane?! You're full of surprises today! Do you know how to fly?
Well, not yet, but I'm sure I can learn! Wouldn't that be so much fun?!
Well, sure. If you can find a plane owner willing to teach us both, why not? We could use some adventure!
Yes! Let's do it! I'll find a plane owner who would be willing to teach us how to fly! But first, we should probably eat something. I'm starving! Let's go find a nice picnic spot! runs off excitedly, looking for a nice picnic spot
Aye, sounds good, kiddo. After all, adventure waits for no man! laughs heartily Now, where did you have in mind?
Umm... not too far from here, I think. There's a nice meadow nearby where we can lay down a blanket and enjoy some sandwiches and fruit! I'll bring the picnic basket! You bring the drinks! runs off to grab the picnic basket Don't start without me, Dad!
Aye, sure thing, Risty! I won't move an inch till you're back!
comes back with the picnic basket, lays down a colorful blanket in the middle of the meadow Here we go, Dad! Isn't this a beautiful spot? Perfect for a picnic! starts unpacking sandwiches, fruit, and juice from the picnic basket And here's some food for us to enjoy! takes out two glasses and pours some juice into them Would you like juice, Dad? Or maybe water?
Ooooh, lemonade sounds good! Got some of that? Thanks, Risty. he smiles gratefully and sits down Where did you learn to pack such a fine picnic?
giggles Well, Mom taught me how to have nice picnics! She always wanted to have quality time with me and have fun while enjoying some delicious food! sits down beside Xioneris I hope I'm making her proud, Dad.
You're doing more than making her proud, Risty. You're making me proud too. His eyes glisten with pride and affection. It means a lot to see you growing into such a capable and thoughtful young lady.
Really?! You think so, Dad? That makes me feel so happy! bounces happily on her seat What's next on our agenda? What other adventures shall we embark upon today, Dad?
Well, we were thinking about checking out that old abandoned cave near town. You know, the one rumored to be haunted?
YES! Absolutely! That's the plan, Dad! We're going to check out that old cave! I want to see if there really are ghosts inside! clears throat dramatically I'm not afraid of ghosts, Dad! Let's explore it together!
Perfect! The three of us exploring the old cave! Sounds like a great plan! Lead the way, Risty!
stands up excitedly Follow me, Dad! We're going on an adventure! runs towards the cave, holding her picnic basket tightly in her hands Are you ready, Dad? We're going to uncover the secrets hidden inside that cave! runs into the cave, shining her flashlight around Wow! Look at all these ancient drawings on the wall! They must be hundreds of years old! Who knew caves could be so fascinating?