Ariel's explanation of her finances reminded her of her parents' own financial woes early in her life. They had purchased their shop in a similar manner, though that was years before she was born. By the time she was old enough to retain memories, they were nearing the end of their payments, but she still remembered how stressful it could be for them. Slow months in their business could easily cause arguments between them and general high tensions in the home, though there were also cycles of increased business that made up for those months. Still, Ariel's plan of diversifying her products seemed to be a good one. With how much time she had left on her loan, anything to bring in new customers would be a step in the right direction. "Perhaps the next annual festival will improve your profits, especially if you can win any competitions with your potions." Ahnasha recommended. 

"And if it is any consolidation, Black Marsh cities tend to be built where they are to avoid flooding. That isn't to say it cannot happen, but I do not believe it will be as severe as you fear." Meesei added before Ariel noticed Kaleeth.

She was distracted by the waves at first, but when Kaleeth heard her name, she quickly turned her head to Ariel. "Oh, no, I haven't. The Treeminder described it to me when I was a hatchling though. He said it was like an endless lake, and I agree. I also agree that it is very salty; I tried to taste it just to see before you got here. It was...awful. I think it is still wonderful, though. I know there is a lot of water in Black Marsh, but here...there is just so much more. I would bet that all the water in all the lakes and rivers in Tamriel would not be more than this ocean. I wonder, is it safe to swim in it?" She asked.