Wolf and Amber Melancholy

Wolf and Amber Melancholy is an original video animation (OVA) for the Spice and Wolf anime that bridges the plot of the first and second seasons and marks the transition in the show's production from Imagin to Brain's Base.

Synopsis
After a tense encounter with Nora over dinner, Holo falls ill. As Lawrence tries to help her regain her strength, the little wolf's hazy recollections of the many miles passed cause her to see the merchant in new ways.

Plot
Before leaving Ruvinheigen, Holo, Lawrence, and Nora have a celebratory dinner together, but Holo's animosity toward Nora prevents her from enjoying it. During the meal, Holo falls ill from exhaustion and is forced to rest for a few days. She dreams and reminisces about her past and her journey so far with Lawrence, realizing her affection for him is intensifying.

Lawrence treats Holo's fever and fatigue by feeding her and balancing the four classical states: hot, cold, dry, and wet. Over the course of her sickness, Holo grows closer to Lawrence, but her aversion (or jealousy) toward Nora continues to cause problems. Nora visits Holo, however, and the two make amends after sharing a joke at Lawrence's expense.