Velvet's Links
"I tried to make conversation, but she just stared at me with a scowl on her face—" was what Velvet's friend had cried out while she consoled him. It hurt Velvet's heart to see such a beautiful maiden with an icy exterior so distant, lonely and frowning, perhaps a song or two will cheer her up? ...After that attempt failed, Velvet's desire would only keep growing. It'll take courage, but one day perhaps...
Recently, there's a sad, tearful person who sits at Yvonne's cottage window... Yvonne could never hold an innocent person hostage! Something must have gone terribly wrong here. Regardless, the damsel(?) in distress must be rescued at once, even if it means she'd have to face a witch's wrath...
Yvonne had seen Velvet several times over a span of several years while she was in town, usually being rowdy and spouting ridiculous lines. Youth these days...
Yvonne would never forget the first time she was serenaded by a bunch of bards on her precious property, with Velvet herself leading them. She had claimed that this event would make Yvonne "smile." Needless to say, her reaction had scared off the bards and left Velvet sheepishly apologizing for her actions. Yvonne admits she felt a little bad for overreacting, but then that feeling went away once the girl was caught on her property in recent times, on one occasion— carrying poor Caelus out into the night. Where's her broomstick-
“A splendid idea, little lady. However! I must make it clear that we are rescuing him, not abducting!”
Awww, she’s right… but Caelus looks sad no matter what..?
“Ahem, a loyal knight would never spill a young maiden’s secrets… besides, you’re much too young to join such a social club. It’s not much fun, I promise you.” One does not need to use instincts to feel the blood that will surely be spilled if she were to reveal what sorts of things she’s heard…
Omg who leaked their address;;;; is it even possible to rescue this situation oh no
"Big sis, come play with me! I am the Good Witch Morina. Let's go abduct Prince Caelus from the Evil Stepmother who's overworking him." ... "Big sis, you haven't met Caelus, have you? Even if we say we're rescuing him, he'll look so sad, everyone will think he's getting abducted again, just by someone else. It's better to admit it outright."
... "So... about those ladies who were talking about Daddy... Where can I find them? 🙂" What's this about being too young to know what they were discussing? This only makes things more suspicious. The Big Sis knows something. It is unfortunate that she is taking their side. Very well. Morina herself will be the loyal knight protecting her own Daddy from... conspiring maidens. Speaking of which, Velvet's been hanging out around Valerian lately. Gotta keep her on the watchlist... 👁️
"Hee hee, I found them~"
Velvet knew of the “Wyvernclaw Warden” not from rumors of his longtime presence nor skills as a bounty hunter, but from talk amongst several young ladies of Mondstadt who love to gossip about “eligible bachelors.” In fact, Valerian’s name comes up quite often as his looks are quite distinct— but perhaps it’s that daughter of his that makes pursuing him a challenge.
Velvet, who considers herself somewhat a connoisseur on what makes someone look cool and “knightly,” wished to gain more experience confronting the man-the legend himself. Whenever she happens to see him, she usually says something along the lines of: “Hey sir, are you free right now? Can we go for an arm wrestling competition? If you’re not up for that, can I try carrying you up Dragonspine?”
Unfortunately, he’s declined every time. But hey, at the very least she can carry that kid with the glasses up the mountain, which is enough to satisfy her for now. One day she’ll be even cooler than Valerian for sure— if only he’ll share his secrets.
"Do not overestimate me. I doubt I'll make an entertaining opponent since I'm no brawler." And the carrying... He's a good bit taller than the lady. He'd imagine it'd be a pain for his feet to drag on the ground all the way up Dragonspine. "Why don't you carry my disciple up there instead? I'll follow right behind."
It’s not everyday when people she carries up Dragonspine are calm— but Carlisle was one of them. It is likely due to the fact that Valerian was following close behind, the lad is his pupil after all. Velvet found Carlisle to be docile, somewhat shaky but in a cute sort of way— like a baby deer. He has potential to be someone worth rescuing, how adorable it would be to save him from danger! She will gladly go out to find him again after this.
Velvet’s current concern is regarding Valerian’s daughter, who somehow found out about the young ladies’ social club… Maybe… Carlisle could distract her? Aren’t they besties?? Convince her otherwise?? It would be very bad if she were to be friends with someone who was gonna commit a crime. At the very least, she knows that Carlisle is a good person to talk to about her latest concerns, especially when it comes to Morina and her father’s unknowing growing influence.
"Why am I being ferried to the Skyfrost Nail Ruins...?" If Carlisle hadn't noticed Valerian was tagging along, he would have thought he was being abducted as a sacrifice for a ritual. Actually being carried like this wasn't too bad. He can sightsee...
Nooooo why did you leak the address— the maidens;;;;
Ah, so this is the person who makes his mother frown all the time?
Despite wanting to be angry, Flax is thoroughly amused every time Velvet makes an appearance. She was not only fun to talk to and play with, but it was hilarious seeing others' reactions to her outrageous statements. He'd just prefer it if she didn't do anything to cause a headache... at least she looks sorry about it though.
“Hello, lovely lady, how are you d- Um, what is that.”
The look in both Meringue and Carol’s eyes…. The all too familiar desperate stare of broke-ness…
“O-Oh— well how can I refuse to aid such a wondrous pair, that wouldn’t be gentlemanly of me!” She declares, opening up her wallet as 2 coins fall out.
Damn. She must have splurged too hard on birthdays recently. Velvet puts her hand dramatically to her forehead and you can almost see the sparkling effects in the background…
“I am not so shameless as to take mora from poor innocent maidens! I will be back to support you two— in, uh— a few hours! I just need to win a few bets!” She says, running away.
The next morning, a pouch of mora sits glittering in the sunlight at Carol’s doorstep with a single note that reads, “Please accept my overflowing feelings. ;)”
“Hohohoho? Yes I am a lovely lady (so please commission me, I’m runnng out of money)- and this is Meringue! Say hi Meringue!!”
M: 🗿…. ☆〜(ゝ。∂)*give Carol money pls*
Shit, ain't that awkward. For once, Carol feels bad for someone else broke-r than her... She pulls out her wallet and gives Velvet 5 mora...