of silk and steel.

"I won't be satisfied until I'm the very best!" [indie, semi-selective and crossover friendly blog for maribelle of fire emblem: awakening]

[reborn-hope-blog]

“I suppose with something from earlier in his life. You are Auntie Lissa’s friend, you must have known him while he was younger.” Lucina said politely, thanking the maid as she arrived. “…and black will be fine, thank you.”

She had a feeling that the night would involve multiple different kinds of tea, but it didn’t matter. It would be nice to make friends with the people of this time, and get to know them in a context other than a parent. 

She was still surprised by how…peaceful the city was, really. Especially these fancier streets. If she looked hard enough, she could picture where the flames and bodies would be - but she forced herself not to. This was meant to be a pleasant time. 

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“Let’s see... Well. Did anyone ever tell you of the time your father thought Frederick was a monster? It was long ago, but I remember it clearly- it was also my first time visiting Lissa without my father accompanying me. The day had been so lovely, no one expected the sudden storm later that night! Your father was checking on us, believing that we might be afraid since we were so young.” She mused, almost laughing to herself. She still thought that Chrom just hadn’t wanted to be alone, but he was also sweet enough that his reason was likely the main reason behind his appearance that night. 

“Lissa blew out the candles we had been using when he wasn’t looking- her mischievous streak is not a new trait, I can assure you. The sudden darkness combined with that dreadful storm put him on edge, and at that moment Frederick knocked.” 

Ah, but maybe she should spare Chrom’s dignity before continuing... ... Nonsense, Lucina was his daughter, and while Chrom was a great man, he had his foolish moments that all children of his deserved to know. That was how being a parent worked, after all. 

[know-that-i-loved-you]

Hearing the patience in the kind woman’s voice, Emmeryn listened well to what she had to say. She hadn’t left the tent at all since arriving, had she? The time had flown by so quickly that nearly half the day was gone.

“O-Oh…“ Embarrassed, Emmeryn turned her eyes down and sighed. There was plaster on her cheek from setting casts earlier that morning and her healing staff sat depleted on the other side of the tent. If the others were concerned for her before, then how must she have seemed to them now? “I’m sorry… I didn’t mean… to make you… worry…”

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Oh, bless Emmeryn’s heart. Maribelle sighed, smiling gently. She was just like her siblings- no wonder they were both such good people. Still, Maribelle had brought down the former exalt’s mood- that would not do. 

“Consider yourself forgiven, my lady- why don’t we both get something to eat, and when you’ve rested a bit we can both return here to assist our allies?” She offers, extending a hand. Of course, she would not let Emmeryn risk overworking herself. Keeping a close eye on her would be a simple matter. “We could invite Lissa along as well, if you would like?” 

[theblueheroreturns-deactivated2]

“Heh.” 

An ordinary man perhaps would have been insulted by her reaction. On the other hand, he himself was nothing short of amused. Seeing his achievement as nothing more than a joke, or a bluff. Either way, he found some humor from it. 

“Well, that’s your view. Quite frankly, I could care less what you think of it. I will tell you that it’s true, and that’s all… But I’ll also say that this is why they call me the ‘Hero of Blue Flames’…that’s tedious, however. Just Ike will do.” 

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“Forgive me if I don’t believe you right away- the last person claiming to be a hero from the past turned out to be my best friend’s niece. But I suppose Ike will do for now, as you said. I am Maribelle.” She keeps a neutral tone, Still, the idea of the Hero of Blue Flames being such a careless man was... almost insulting to their history, in a way. She couldn’t explain it properly. 

[buttonsandlace-blog]

“Oh, I just returned. Truthfully, I really missed you!” She giggles happily.

“I would love to join you!” Lissa smiled happily!

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“Well, you simply must tell me all about it.” Maribelle tells her, offering her arm. Not just because she wanted to hear her friend talk, she was genuinely curious. And it could help shape her plans for a later date.

“We’ll be visiting both my horse and my pegasus- ever since I joined the pegasus knights, I’ve fallen for both. Of course, Lilly gets jealous of Athena... but I’m sure both will be happy to see us.” 

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“hey jackie! you said you’d be back a few nights ago! what’s the big idea?”

undertale

[lucinasfalchion]

Lucina + Official Art

[sirenunderthemountain]

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I’m heading out for a little bit! I’ll see you guys later tonight, probably.  Take care, drink water, and make sure you’ve eaten today! 

[theblueheroreturns-deactivated2]

“You find it so hard to believe?” 

Her attitude was fascinating, in comparison to what her form indicated to him. It seemed he was challenged, in the ways of personality. 

“I have indeed defeated a goddess before. Using the blue flames of the goddess of freedom and chaos, I defeated the dark god of the Fire Emblem. But you’re entirely free to believe that or not.” 

His achievements were never ones he wanted praise from. 

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Oh, well, when he put it that way. 

“I suppose I mustn’t judge- after all, there are similar events in the history books. But the way you say it, it just sounds...” Like a joke. But she’d already made her feelings on that clear. 

“We spend so long worshiping gods, the idea of them being defeated sounds strange- even when it’s happened before, and by humans at that.” 

[reborn-hope-blog]

“I - well, I don’t know.” Lucina admitted. “I’ve never really had much in the way of tea. There wasn’t any time or resources for it.”

She could already hear her sister’s addition to that sentence. ‘What with the zombies and all’. Cynthia’s additions to conversations, even when she wasn’t present, were still not helpful. Instead, Lucina took Maribelle’s arm and allowed herself to be led wherever she needed to be. “I am willing to try, however.”

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Ah- she should have expected. Maribelle winced internally, but kept face. It would not do to make similar mistakes in the future- she would have to watch what she said from then on- something she often did not do. “Why don’t we start out with a simple black tea?” She mused, leading Lucina down the hall to her favorite spot in the city. 

It wasn’t a large room, really, but it was a decent place to talk or just to enjoy the quiet. With wide windows and flowers everywhere, it was almost like a small, indoor garden. She’d only known of this room because of Lissa, and it was not uncommon to find the two there. Pausing at the door, Maribelle addressed a maid, requesting that a tea set and tray be prepared. 

“Now then...” Maribelle started, letting Lucina take a seat while she herself pulled out a chair. “Your father... oh, where to begin?” 

[know-that-i-loved-you]

Emmeryn’s time with the Shepherds had been a very different experience than what she had grown used to on her own. Alone, she wandered from place to place, never staying for very long. Without memories of who she was or even the ability to say the things she thought, her life felt so meaningless. 

With the Shepherds, everything and everyone was so busy and alive. She suddenly had a family and friends, and she wanted to help them as well as she could. When her brother allowed her to begin working in the medical tent, the former Exalt jumped right into the work feeling as hopeful as ever.

“Mm…?” The Sage turned to hear the concerned words of another woman. Recognizing lady in pink as her sister’s friend, and Emmeryn wiped her brow and tried to smile to reassure her. “I’m… okay… I promise… Everyone else… works so hard… I-I… want to do my best… too…!”

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Oh, how a single woman could do so much damage to the heart with such good intentions. It was a miracle that the Shepherds did not cry in Emmeryn’s presence! Even now, Maribelle’s heart hurt. But she knew that if she acknowledged it, let it show- well. That would cause far more damage than good intentions. Besides, when had pity done anything for her? 

“I understand. But ever since you’ve entered the tent today, I haven’t seen you leave. We are blessed by your dedication, my lady, but you mustn’t forget yourself as well.” Maribelle tells her. Part of her wanted to take the former Exalt by the arm- gently, of course- and bring her to a soft chair by the window so that she could relax, but she was hardly going to do so by force. 

[reborn-hope-blog]

“I - thank you, Lady Maribelle.” Lucina blinked, slightly confused as to what brought the compliment on. “Although, I believe I still have much to learn…”

“I admit, I would have never thought my father would display pride so publicly. I suppose I just need to get to know all of you once again, too.” Such blatant gaps in her memory must be corrected, after all. “Could you tell me anything about him? Auntie Lissa, as well?”

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Much to learn? Oh, that was the absolute truth. While the royal family was relaxed about much, Maribelle was less forgiving. And while she certainly understood that until now Lucina had little reason to learn- not to mention almost no chance- the art of being a lady was still required for her status. But that could wait for another time. 

“In due time, my lady- there’s far more pressing matters, after all.” She says with a soft smile. There was so much to respect about this girl- it was sometimes hard to believe that just in the castle the same girl was napping without a care in the world as infants often did. With a laugh, she offers the princess her arm. 

“Of course! Why don’t we find a seat? I’ll call up a servant for some tea so that we may relax. There’s much to say, after all! Are there any blends you prefer?” 

[occasionallydiverting]

Chrom can’t handle this.

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@theblueheroreturns  liked for a starter.

“You must be joking.” Blunt, to the point, and yet somehow it lacked the usual bite. But then, she was less irritated as she was dumbfounded- but it was clear to see that whatever her companion said, Maribelle was not impressed. 

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@fermilitium  liked for a starter.

“I appreciate your dedication, Frederick...” Certainly not a lie- especially considering Maribelle considered herself an honest woman. She was, after all, a proper lady. 

“But is all of this truly necessary?” 

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@buttonsandlace  liked for a starter.

“Oh, Lissa! I thought you were out today.” Still, Maribelle was pleased to see her friend. How could she not be? 

“I was just heading to the stables. Would you care to join me?” 

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