When they finished eating, Strax and Vex resumed their walk toward the palace.
However, the little girl seemed to have completely recovered her energy.
She walked a few steps ahead, hopping between stones along the path and trying to balance on small, snow-covered ledges.
Strax followed her leisurely.
Until he noticed something.
Vex had stopped in front of a small toy shop.
The window displayed wooden dolls, miniature carriages, carved animals, and several magical toys that moved slowly on their own.
The little girl observed everything with obvious interest.
Strax stopped beside her.
"See anything you like?" Strax asked, following her gaze.
Vex pointed toward a small wooden dragon.
The toy had articulated wings and a tail that swayed whenever someone turned a small gear.
"Look, Daddy! It looks like you!" Vex remarked with a smile.
Strax examined the toy.
The little dragon had enormous eyes, a round belly, and a rather funny expression.
Strax raised an eyebrow.
