Aldrec pries open the clams with his knife, and begins to burn a few.
Bob steps in, and carefully roasts them over the fire. This novel idea tastes very good, whether because everyone is hungry, or it is simply tasty, no one will know. As the conversation wanes into the night, the party falls asleep, comforted by the feeling that someone or something is watching out for them.
Morning comes around, Balthier wakes up first, and notices that Bob is not there. Aldrec is awoken by Balthier, and they both eat the last of the clams. A new day stretches ahead of them. Dew rests lightly on the tree canopy.
"we should probably re-light the fire. And find Bob." I look around to see if there is a flint and tinder.
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