#alex corvin

[lacunafiction]

Is there 0% chance that we could romance A? Or at least have a fling? Ugh, I'm a sucker for the kind of relationship I set for my MC and A (admired X admirer)

Hi Anon!

I hope you're doing well. 💐

I wouldn't say it's a 0% chance. 😌 I've received many asks/comments about A. Corvin or a potential romance. I adore writing them--their carefree nature and smitten yet somehow still smooth af flirting. A's enamored crush on your Returning Visitor is alive and well in Book Two, giving rise to unique scenes with them and other characters/the ROs.

I'm happy you enjoy the idolized + crush combination!

If anything develops further between you remains to be seen. 👀

It's something I've pondered, even receiving your ask prompted me to go peek ahead in Book Two's outline to confirm an upcoming section that's A centric. Like Mal, they aren't currently a member of the Fernweh gang, which is a lesser plot point and conflict for J (🥲), so it would be an interesting, more off the beaten path romance of them seeking you out and you feeling admired/wanted by them. There's a story split in Book Three that makes this tricky. I'll think on it more.

I'm excited for you spend time with our dollop of sunshine! 💛

Thank you for your ask! 💚

[iomramh]

Corvus → Corvinus → Corvin

So I found something interesting related to J & A's surname the other day while I was looking up Roman naming conventions so I thought I would share: (I double checked with Aelsa (@lacunafiction) to make sure it was ok to share this information I stumbled upon).

The surname Corvin seems to have had an interesting origin story. The name comes from Corvus (Raven) in Latin which would eventually evolve into Corvinus and from there I assume Corvin (just as Octavius can become Octavian). Corvus → Corvinus → Corvin.

So the name Corvus seems to have started out as a Roman cognomen, which is an extra name the (male) Romans commonly had that came after the family name, this was sometimes something like a nickname or to help narrow a particular branch of a large family or sometimes to note where the person came from (Germanicus etc). However there were also what was known as cognomen ex virtute which were “awarded” for bravery, winning battles, or in the case of Corvus, random acts of (a) god. Cognomens would sometimes eventually become family names, or the surname instead.

So the story is the name was awarded to Roman military commander Marcus Valerius, for a military campaign he participated in against the Gauls. Legend is a very large Gaul warrior challenged for anyone in the Roman army to fight him in single combat and Valerius got permission from his superiors to fight the Gaul. As the two men faced each other a raven flew down from the sky and landed on Valerius’ helmet and then proceeded to fly at the Gaulish man, distracting him and allowing Valerius to win the fight. The Roman army then also quickly won the following battle and Valerius was supposedly awarded various things among the cognomen Corvus for his bravery, now making his name Marcus Valerius Corvus. Some of his descendants eventually started using Corvinus as their surname to denote their branch of the family separately from the other branches of the Valerius family.

There is of course lots of speculation on if the story is actually true or not, but I thought it would be interesting to share the legend behind the name of our Darling Detective (and family). I found the story pretty cool after all. 

[lacunafiction]

As promised, here is a post that reveals some of the birthdays in TFS. I use the mainstream zodiac along with the Celtic one, so I would recommend looking at this source: here, to see where your MC falls and to read about it. 🌲    

I hope you enjoy learning more about the characters! 💚

S: February 8th, Aquarius. ♒ Rowan (The Thinker) [Birthday Post!🎉]

A: March 4th, Pisces. ♓ Ash (The Enchanter) [Birthday Post!🎉]

Mrs. Dorran: April 29th, Taurus. ♉ Willow (The Observer)

W: May 26th, Gemini. ♊ Hawthorn (The Illusionist)

J: July 2nd, Cancer. ♋ Oak (The Stabilizer)

B: October 17th, Libra. ♎ Ivy (The Survivor)

R: November 22nd, Sagittarius ♐ (technically, they are on the Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp, which is on purpose). Reed (The Inquisitor)

Ms. Verner: December 28th, Capricorn. ♑ Birch (The Achiever)

[lacunafiction]

I’m weirdly psyched that the bookstore comes up again so soon. I’m not sure if my MC feels any particular attachment, but I’d love to let A take it over, if they want. They’ve probably run it single-handed before. Or I could at least let them and S have a go at it for picking out books and cafe stuff they’d like to keep. Who wouldn’t want an espresso machine?

Hi Anon,

It's awesome that you're psyched about Turn the Page coming back up again! 📚 There are a lot of dots/mentions in Book One that will be connected or further built upon throughout the series, so it excites me that you're considering your MC's attachment to the store. It did hold some sentimental value to them as a child, but your feelings and level of involvement will be shaped by choices/scenes/dialogue.

There's actually quite a bit of variation!

A would also love if you let them take it over again. 🥰 They had a lot of fun in the bookstore: creating latte art, baking treats, and engaging with people. It suited them! It's sweet of you to consider S, especially given their bond with the TFS grandfather. They could help with the variety of books, possibly finding some through thrifting/antiquing or organizing them for readers. Mrs. Dorran might help decorate. 👀

I will tease a little from the ✨second alpha drop✨ (July 6th) on TFS Patreon, but this scene is choice and relationship dependent:

The 'shop' as in Turn the Page, the bookstore cafe that was one of your grandfather's passions. Allowing A to resume their former role at the store was an easy choice before they even tried to nervously pitch the topic to you. Excitement was clear in their voice, causing them to crease and shuffle their prepared note cards about how they wouldn't mess things up. Your soft spot for them would likely have overruled the presentation, but they did show you a list of ideas, plans, and financials. (You had a feeling J assisted with the last part… Would A price-out items? No.)

A. Corvin is adorable, and they could also teach the MC some neat tricks with that espresso machine. 🥺💛 Thank you for your ask!

[lacunafiction]

Happy Birthday A. Corvin!

A. Corvin Insights

In honor of our dollop of sunshine’s birthday, I gathered some insights about them.💛 You all have a few chances to interact with them in Book One; however, there will be more scenes in Book Two to get to know A better and shape that relationship dynamic. 🥰

Birthday/Star Sign/Celtic Sign

March 4th, Pisces. ♓ Ash (The Enchanter)

Considering they are the youngest Corvin child, were they spoiled at all?

Hmm, yes and no. The Corvins are an interesting family, a very rigid, principled, and dutiful sort, so their children were taught responsibilities along with a need to help around the farm. That being said, J was actually the one to dote on A more so than their parents. (We will get into why this is later on!) Not being as wild or chaotic a spirit as their sibling, naturally made J want to shoulder extra responsibility and to take up for them, if something went awry.

(Like if someone were to theoretically be caught in the hayloft or someone kind of broke the well by accident.)

To continue reading insights about A. Corvin, including how they view the other characters in Fernweh, view the full, public TFS Patreon post: here. 💚🌲

[lacunafiction]

So I have a question. J's sibling is not a Ro, right? I noticed they seem to be a bit attracted to the Mc though? Or am I wrong?

Hi Anon,

I hope you're doing well! A isn't a RO within TFS, so you are right about that aspect.

This ask relates to one: here, but I will add that A can be attracted to the MC if you make a choice for them to have a crush on the MC. :D

This^ is only possible with a positive/idolized past history. 💛😌 It's been fun writing the various dynamics with them; there are many unique scenes in Book Two depending on how you played Book One.

[lacunafiction]

mc to j: our child's name is Goldie

J, after glancing between the MC and Goldie for a moment: She has your, uhm, she's soft like you...? 😳

The way J would take this^ a little too seriously is precious. A would joke by saying it's bring your kid to work day every time Goldie and the MC stop by the station for a visit or a lunch date. They would be supportive in most cases since they think a pet would be good for J.

I'm actually surprised that no one has tried to drag J about this name, possibly because they were trying their best and it's cute. XD

Best wishes! 💚

[lacunafiction]

*MC pats B on the back* If you marry A and I get married to J that'll make us like, bestie-spouse-sibling-in-laws or whatever its called!

B almost choking on their chocolate milk causes your encouraging pat on the back to become a bit more forceful until they quiet down.

"We—we've been on, like, two (2) double dates so far??"

"Yeah, but it'd be cute," you reply with a mischievous smile. "What are your thoughts on Worvin versus Carrick? J seems to favor the latter."

Your smile only widens as B gives you a dumbfounded stare.

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The MC and I are joking around. Ohmygosh, that would be adorable!

Imagine if B was the MC's maid of honor/best man and then the MC adopts a similar sort of role for when B gets married to A, assuming B survives J's shovel talk. Also, if they're okay with marriage, etc. 😌