Chapter 192: Treasure Hunt

We bounced out the front door of Petunia's, pug in tow, laughing and talking all the way to the center of town and the library there. All hail the conquering heroettes and all that. It was the kind of perfect crystal cold day January winters in these parts were famous for, the wind brisk enough I felt it but didn't care, not while Daisy hurried along beside me, Petunia barking her happiness at being outdoors and our delighted, excited state. I even swung my arms in unbridled joy, embracing the moment of adventure, skipping a few steps to the sound of Daisy's laughter.

It wasn't about finding the treasure on that sunny winter afternoon. Sure, finding it would be amazing, over the top awesomesauce with a dose of holy Hannah thrown in for good measure. If I thought Petunia's was busy now... never mind the fact finding the hoard would mean I'd never have to actually work again if I didn't want to. I'd never dreamed of being stinking rich, but the idea appealed nonetheless.