Only a single candle burned inside the hut. When Su Er pushed the door open and entered, he brought in a gust of wind that made the flame sway.
The faint candlelight cast the figure at the table onto the wooden wall behind her, stretching her shadow long.
"You're here?" Lisi the centaur said without looking up, her gaze fixed on a crystal ball on the table.
"Hello, ma'am." Su Er looked at the centaur priestess, who was still just as big, and his thoughts suddenly wandered-
How did she have two balls that big without them sagging?
"We centaurs are soaked in a medicinal bath made from several herbs from an early age. It strengthens newborn foals, and its effects last until our lives are nearing their end."
Lisi suddenly spoke.
Su Er froze for a moment, then gave an awkward smile. He thought she had discovered what he was thinking...
But Lisi never raised her head. She simply continued speaking, a trace of worry lingering between her brows.
"Lately, some of those herbs can no longer be found in the Forbidden Forest."
"Could I ask you a favor, Mr. Bones?"
"Uh." Su Er was somewhat puzzled. "Go ahead, if it's something I can help with..."
"It would be very simple for you." Lisi finally raised her head, her eyes as brilliant as starlight as she looked at Su Er.
"We aren't asking for much. Just some seeds."
"Lady Hufflepuff loved nature and peace. Her favorite pastime was planting flowers and herbs in the garden where she lived. According to the records left by previous priestesses, the varieties she planted included those we need."
Su Er thought for a moment, then nodded. "If I can successfully pass Lady Hufflepuff's trial."
Lisi smiled at that. "Of course, we won't ask