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The garden was down a dirt path to the side of the forest behind GIT. The path was long but had intereting sceenery along the way. It had to be far in the back of the forest so that she could have natural barriers, she wouldn't want just anyone or anything waltzing on in and doing as they please. In the back was a waterfall and lake. Two large willow trees made the entrence to the garden. Thier branched and leaves hanging low and blocking view. All around the garden from the two trees and to the back waterfall was a large wall of earth, making an almost full circle, it still let light in but kept entrence to only wall climbing, througn the tree entreance or from above. Like stated before Elec didn't want just anyone going in but she coldn't just block the entrance, the trees kind of just annoyingly blocked view and made it hard to get through but not impossible.

as you enter there are trees all around and flowers of every sort following paths here. There are all sorts of plant of every purpose that Elec could imagine. The place was thriving with plant life of every kind all around the large circle she called her garden. There were many paths each leading to something more special.

Hedges lined the different paths making a symetrical assortment of shapes in which plants where seperated by funtion and purposes, random...ish but still organized, she liked that. There were archways covered in vines and flowers, some being larger than just an arch, some a small tunnel to escape the sun. These where entrances to the next section. The pathes where made of stone, placed there by hand, by Elec, over this slight 'dissapearance'. There were benches along the way now was well, animals would enter, birds mostly, adding a chorus of song to theg atmosphere and the occasional chipmunk or squirrel running by. In the exact center was a large fountain with red, purple, and pink flowers hanging and growing on and around it. The fountain itself was a sceen of women, men, and children around a the fountain, frolicking in the water itprovided. The statues were interesting and intricute. Statues of pleasing images were around the garden as decore, not only humans but animals ad mythical creatures and beings as well. Thiis area was open to the sky and there were arches all around, marked with words, leading to every section of the garden. for reference the entrance to the garden is south.

North- This leads to the cottage where Elec makes things of her garden, herbs, teas, getting veggies and fruits ready, perfume, and so on. The cottage was lined with shelves of all things and books ot help her learn/remember. There was a large table with all sorts of equipment for these purposes, a few chairs and benches for guests, and the place was decorated with afew trinkets, a statue or two inside or outside and pictures.

South- The exit, back where you came. This is lined with cherry blossoms, for beautiful sceens at certain time sof the year.

East- This lead to the fruits section, here all sorts of fruits where growing and getting ready for harvest.

West- This lead to the vegtable section where all sorts of vegtables were growingand waiting for harvest.

North East- this leads to the water fall and lake, all sorts of water plants grow here, and some tropical ones.

South East- Over here the herbs and useful plants where grown.

North West- This section was home to many trees, although trees were all about this was kinda the display, as well as for wildflowers and non medical/useful flowers

South East- this is where Elec's creations remained, so far Golden Roses and Elecia's.

All the flowers were neatly arranged and some making pictures or sayings, it was a beautiful place.

Aria looked around appreciatively. "This is lovely Elec. You said you created this place?"

Aria sat next to Elec. "I'm impressed. You have a wonderful gift, Elec." She looked around. "Alright, then, lets begin your training. First, I'd like to see what sorts of plants you're familiar enough with to create." She thought for a moment and then smiled. "I've got the perfect one to start with. Can you make an Anise plant?"

((Hehe, just say yes. Don't worry about what it looks like. xd ))

Aria smiled. "Perfect! Now, our little friend here has several extremely useful properties. Some of which I think you'd be particularly interested in Elec. Its most common uses are to treat digestive problems. Gas, upset stomach, nausea and the like. But it's also useful for treating colic and whooping cough in infants as well as asthma and bronchitis. It has some mild hormonal properties that also make it useful for increasing breast milk production and easing childbirth." She gave Elec a sly smile. "It can also help if your man has problems....romantically. Although by the looks of it, that isn't a problem for you." She chuckled a bit and continued. "If you extract it's essential oils, Anise is also an effective topical treatment for lice."

She smiled and looked at Elec. "And that's just what you can do with one plant. Would you like me to show you how to prepare the seeds and make the oils from the Anise plant? Or do you want to hear about more plants first?"

Aria smiled. "I think the best way to learn is to jump right in there and start doing things hands on. Of course, there will be a fair amount of memorization as well as you learn the properties and uses of different plants. But it won't do you any good if it's all up here." She tapped the side of her head. "I think today I'll show you how to prepare the Anise plant, and perhaps one or two more. I'll teach you the most common plants and uses first, and then, after your babies are born, I can teach you how to safely test for a plant's properties yourself."

Aria nodded and carefully harvested the Anise plant Elec had grown. She stood and led Elec into the little cabin. Once she had looked around, she chose a table and told Elec which tools to get her. She showed Elec how to harvest and store the seeds and then how to extract its essential oils. As she worked she taught Elec more about the plant, occasionally stopping to quiz her on things she had already gone over.

Once she had showed Elec the proper preparation of the plant, she cleared the table and instructed Elec to try it herself. She walked Elec through the steps and was pleased to see how quickly she caught on.

After a couple hours, Aria led Elec back out to the bench and sat. She held out a couple small packets of seeds and a vial of essential oil. She smiled. "Here you go Elec. Your first medicines you've made yourself. You did well. I think you've got a talent for this."

((Hehe, well seeing as I know nothing about the proper preparation of Anise seed, I figured it was the best way to go. xd ))

Aria smiled. "It's my pleasure. I...haven't' really had a chance to spend time with someone who shares my interest in medicinal plants." She chuckled softly. "I haven't really had a chance to spend much time with...anyone in a long time, for that matter."

Aria smiled. "I...suppose it doesn't does it?" She chuckled a bit. "I'm still getting used to this. I've been on my own for....a very long time. It's...strange....but nice, to be with people who accept me again."