Cedric's face lit up. "That's actually a great idea! Fran mentioned it to me before, but I didn't agree because I wasn't sure what your opinion would be."

Andrew smiled. "What opinion could I have? As long as you think it's good, I'm all for it!"

After chatting a bit longer, Andrew stood up to say goodbye. His trip to Jayrodale was nearly complete, as he had visited all the places he needed. He still carried memories of this small city, but memories were just memories, and life had to move forward.

At the entrance of Moonlit Apothecary, Andrew and Aspen ran into some familiar faces.

"It's you!" someone exclaimed in surprise.

It was Leroy, standing with Christina and Irene.

Andrew nodded with a smile. "It's me. Leroy, how's Mr. Stevens Senior's health these days?"

Leroy scratched his head. "He's doing pretty well. We came back to bring him with us to Blumedale so he can live with us."

Andrew raised an eyebrow. "Going to Blumedale to live with you? Does that mean you've