After securing her horse and allowing it to graze in the lush grass at the edge of the copse, Claire stepped forward, transitioning from the grassy area to a glade filled with a mix of conifers and oak saplings. It was an ideal habitat for bird-watching. As she ventured deeper, her initial resentment towards Jamie began to dissipate, replaced by a sense of tranquillity as she listened intently for the distinctive calls of different species.