Aw, shucks. [ The compliment lands but in typical Hilda fashion she simply rolls with it. Compliments about her appearance had always been far easier to accept than things about her skills. Reassuringly she gives Abby a little grin. ] All of that just comes with practice. You'll get there. You already know what you like and what looks good on you - that's half the battle. I can teach you if you want!

[ It doesn't seem like she's expecting a thank-you, let alone mind that there isn't one. Instead she happily loops her arm through the younger girl's before leading her back towards the end. ]

I'd be more than happy to. I have to see this through to the end, don't I? And you can pick out the stones you want. The inn has the most delicious treats, so we can make an afternoon of it before I send you on your way.