Posts from ☀️ Arselia and Akonia Auto-translated

Deciding to make a different gift, the young man leaves, and the blacksmith is freed.

—Sir Craig, allow me to seek advice from someone who has been creating masterpieces for the imperial court for a long time, —she said to him politely, with a small bow. Making sure they had no witnesses, although she was still saying goodbye to her reputation as a sensible knight, Lynelle shows the burly man a piece of dragon skin from her bag.

—Is this a suitable material for creating a gift for Her Majesty Naria? I would really like to make something that stands out in a good way, and you are an authority for me.

“Although you are also a competitor, but that doesn’t contradict it.”

- Konnichiwa, is this...? - Ayano shyly smooths a strand of hair, her aura shimmering. - My name is Yamagami Ayano. Otsukaresama, - she respectfully nods to the employee, only then realizing that she probably won't understand the Japanese phrase. - Today is definitely going to be a challenging day, but so far, everything is going well. Thank you for your hard work.
Looking at the boxes, she hesitates again and whispers to Sonata:
- Should we look at them right here...? It feels a bit awkward... Maybe we should just send them home...? - She looks around uncertainly, as if worried that someone might be watching them.

Craig runs his fingers over the dragonhide and examines it closely. "This will be very impressive, but only if you have the courage and skill," he says, patting her on the back with a heavy hand. "Go for it, young one."

Added 7 minutes later

"Kon'nichiwa, is this...?" Ayano shyly smooths a strand of hair, her aura shimmering. "My name is Yamagami Ayano. Otsukaresama," she respectfully nods to the employee, only then realizing that she probably won't understand the Japanese phrase. "Today will surely be difficult, but for now, everything is going well. Thank you for your hard work."
Looking at the boxes, she hesitates again and whispers to Sonata:
"Are we supposed to look at them right here? It feels a bit awkward... Maybe we should just send them home?" She looks around uncertainly, as if checking to see if anyone is watching them.

Her aura was the same as Ayano herself - red and white. "Your words are extremely pleasing to hear, Your Highness."

"Yes, let's do it right here, what's there to be shy about?" Dog-Wink says. "And the rest can go home." There were almost no random people here now - they had apparently scattered, each going to different events.

- And will you be...? - she asks again, posing a leading question, while simultaneously trying to figure out the source of the redness and deciding whether she can determine the origin of the curse.

- There's something about you... - muttered Aiyano. - You definitely understand what's going on here...
Sighing, she realizes that she has no choice.
- Okay, let's see... Oh, Beata-dono? And also little ones, and... - for a brief moment, an emotion crosses her face, as if she had seen a cockroach in her home. - ...Okay, let's start with this, - her hands fall on the package from Beata Laxse, which was destined to be opened first. - She seemed like a very kind and sweet girl. To be honest, I'm quite curious about what she could have given...

- And will you...? - she asks another leading question, while simultaneously trying to ponder the source of the redness and deciding to check - is it possible for her to determine the genesis of the curse?

- Ah! Forgive me, Your Highness. My name is Celesta Uida Asukan, I serve as Minister of Development and Culture of the Empire, and today I am overseeing the process of accepting gifts for you and Her Majesty. 
The "redness" was concentrated in the area of the woman's abdomen, but nothing more specific than that could be determined.

- There's a certain trait about you... - Aiano grumbled. - You clearly understand exactly what this is all about...
Sighing, she realizes she has no choice.

- Heh-heh...

...Alright, let's start with this one, - her hands fall upon the parcel from Beata Laxae, which had been destined for the """great honor""" of being opened first. - She seemed like a very sweet and kind girl to me. Honestly, I'm quite curious what she might have given...

The gift turns out to be a painting

Akuryou Taisan!

The outer barrier is always active in the house that serves as the character's home.
The inner barrier can be transferred via a special omamori. 

On the back corner of the canvas, neatly written is "With love and respect! Beata and Guillon".
There was also a note with the text "Giosha told me everything. Thank you, Your Highness."

- Ah! Forgive me, Your Highness. My name is Celesta Wida Asukan, and I serve as the Minister of Development and Culture for the empire. Today, I am overseeing the process of accepting gifts for you and Her Majesty. The "redness" was concentrated in the area of the woman's abdomen, but it was not possible to determine anything more specific than that.

- Hmm, Daijin-sama... - Ayano almost choked, involuntarily repeating the title. - It's a pleasure to meet you. It's very commendable that you took this matter into your own hands.
She couldn't come up with a method to advance along the "red arc" in the current situation, so for now, she decided to postpone this issue.

The gift turns out to be a painting.

- Is this... how I appear in the eyes of the gaikokujin?... - she asks, seemingly addressing the surrounding space. - Heh... Well, that's fine. It certainly doesn't look as impressive in real life, but I think the composition perfectly captures the red and white colors and my reverence for the Kami-sama, and that's the most important thing, isn't it?
After reading the inscription on the canvas, she wondered why Guiyosha was signed in small print... She had no idea.
After reading the note, she simply smiled and placed it in her Sugukian diary on the appropriate page.
"If I helped even one couple in love, then my time in Anuzish was not in vain..." - perhaps this thought could even be addressed to Bruno-shinpu, if he had some kind of magical device for intercepting other people's thoughts.
- This is a good gift. Did she paint it herself?... Hmm... Apparently, she is a person of many talents.

After examining the remaining pile, she spends a few seconds in rather unpleasant contemplation.
She has absolutely no desire to open, or even touch, the box containing cow dung. Just looking at it - as if the box itself or its wrapping paper were somehow guilty - and the messy handwriting of the signature makes her want to simply burn it.
Taking a few deep breaths using the Nihon system, she transports herself somewhere in the haiden, where she sees the focused and endearing face of Minako, furrowing her brow in deep thought.
- ...alright, - she says to no one. - I promised to try, so... - she opens the package to deal with the most unpleasant thing once and for all.

Inside Anpan’s gift box, a note is found with the text: “in case you find yourself far from civilization; soap to wash clothes, and a rope to hang them on,” as well as two items: 1 and 2
- Hmm... - Looking into the box over Aiyano’s shoulder, Sonata frowned, which was uncharacteristic for her. - I’ll have to have a serious talk with him.
- Oh! It seems this An-pan is a practical person, - Ahuli nodded.

Kreg runs his fingers over the dragon hide and examines it closely. 
- This will be quite worthy, but only if you have enough spirit and skill. - He slaps her on the back with a heavy palm. - Dare, young one. 

-- I hope this doesn't mean I need to level up my spirit to thirty again... -- sighed the girl, not even flinching from the blow of two hundred strength, though she did appreciate it. -- Thank you with all my heart, now an unprecedented confidence has filled me. I shall delay no longer, -- with another light bow she departed into the carnelian forge.

Erefir Linel Darvening quickly changed into a work apron so as not to spoil her precious dress with sparks, and hummed a tune whose lyrics she didn't remember from the past world (but may it help her in her task):

The dragon hide had already undergone primary processing, which naturally took time: soaked in alkali, fleshed, but that was only the beginning. The thick and dense dragon skin needed to be split into as thin parts as possible — the upper layer with scales and the lower one: different layers would be needed for different parts of the shoes. Then it needed to be softened, then after the alkali came acid, then tanning with chromium salts... At that point the leather turned somewhat bluish, but that wasn't the desired result, so the smith neutralized its color, and then -- dyeing...

A dangerous stage requiring a small experiment with a tiny piece. Erefir decided to use crushed gemstones as a dye to achieve a light shimmering color with a slight chameleon property: the shoes should perfectly match any outfit.

Oiling to make them soft. Quick-drying with hot air, of which there was plenty in the forge. Applying lacquer. And crafting from all of this (plus necessary inserts from other materials) the finished product... Despite the thousandfold density of the material (which, admittedly, added difficulty at every stage), the finished item turned out light and ultra-durable; despite their fragile appearance, one could wear such shoes even to war (though hardly necessary), and the magical properties of the dragon multiplied by the crushed gemstones should particularly appeal to the future owner.



-- It seems the membranes made good butterfly wings, -- Erefir noted with satisfaction.

Reconnaissance in Kamimori also revealed something -- regarding Princess Ayano. She clearly possessed special spiritual powers and understanding, managed to create a special harmonious place, held strong convictions, and there was an additional feeling that she didn't shy away from danger. Well, so be it, her tender hands won't mind reliable gloves.

Also made from leather, albeit ordinary, but using similar technology, a light and beautiful item is crafted so the princess feels confident in any situation — in them she could hold a katana, remove curses, or do anything without fear.

Clenching her nose as if to bruise it, Ayano forcefully exhales, losing her last strength and hope.
Quickly closing the box back up so that the minister wouldn't have time to see the contents, she looks at Sonata in confusion:
- It... it's not what you think, it's just... - unable to find the right words, she sighs again. - He's just a foolish teenager, nothing more. It's just a prank to look cool in the eyes of an older person... You probably had a hundred of them yourself back in the day, so... - waving her hand vaguely, she quickly moves on to the next package, but her eyes glaze over the other boxes, as her thoughts are elsewhere. - ...I didn't want to involve you in anything like this, I'm sorry. He urgently needs to grow up and needs to be taught a lesson, but... we shouldn't punish him. We just had a misunderstanding, and no one is willing to take a step towards reconciliation. Water and oil - that's what they say, right? I'm probably more to blame, since I'm older. Ohkami-sama, what an idiot... - she muttered the last phrase through her teeth, so quietly that only Sonata could have heard it if she had strained her ears. - And what if someone else had seen it?.. Doesn't he understand anything?..
- Etto, Celesta-san, a... I see, there was also a gift for Her Majesty? They are... also in packaging? Is there no way to find out in advance what was given by a specific person? I understand that the mystery of the gift is important, but still.

Wrinkling her face in concentration, she... finally calms down and opens the remaining packages one by one.

Done! All that was left was to name the new wardrobe items for the Empress and the Princess. 


The character can pass through obstacles. 
Passive ability - boundless terror: enemies with willpower below 30 cannot perform any actions in the presence of the character.


With these gloves, one can safely touch and hold cursed items.
Active ability - annihilation beam: 100% damage (of attack) to all enemies on a line x3 from the cell where the character stands to the end of the map. Cooldown: 2, costs 1 AP.

Every heel deserves a heel, a worthy symbol of the epilogue!

- Alright, Ayanoshka. - Sonatochka regained her serene and cheerful expression. - You are not only my close friend, but also a woman whose wisdom and breadth of soul I never doubt, so I will trust you. And for now, let's see what other interesting gifts they decided to give you.

- Um, Celesta-san, ah... I see, was it possible to make a gift for Her Majesty too? Are they... also in the packaging? Is there no way to find out in advance what was given by a specific person?... I understand that the mystery of the gift and all that, but still.

- Before accepting them, I personally inspect each of the gifts, so I know what's inside the boxes. - She looks at the name on the box. - Is something wrong with this survival kit? Please, Your Highness, forgive me if I made a mistake. - She lowers her head. - The contents of these boxes are not intended to be disclosed to outsiders, but an exception can be made for you.

Wrinkling her face with effort, she... finally calms down and opens the rest of them in order.

Miyuki's gift turns out to be the sheet music for a composition he wrote for the princess. Deciding to cheer up her friend a little, Sonato sat down at the piano that remained after the coronation ceremony and played:



Kanchan's gift: a fairy tale he wrote about the princess.
Red and White Priestess Once upon a time, there was a red and white priestess in a cozy little temple on the edge of the city. She had everything she needed, was loved by those around her, and was devoted to her life's work. But she learned about the suffering and horrors in distant lands. Her golden heart could not bear to leave strangers in trouble. So she gathered her things and set off on a long journey, leaving the comfort of her home behind.
Her pure-hearted companions responded to her call for help. A playful rabbit with lion's fangs and hawk's eyes. A wise sorceress, who bestowed all kinds of wonderful gifts. An imposing gentleman, swift and sudden. A dark knight, but with a good heart.
And so they finally arrived in a mad and evil kingdom. Black enemies, like the abyss, rushed at them from the lake. Strong tentacles tried to drag them to the bottom, like steel. But nothing could break the red and white priestess. When there are those who need her kindness.
They continue on, meeting stone giants. But the heroes are not afraid of the difference in size. They pass through the colossal guardians. Like red-hot steel through melted butter. Leaving a pile of small stones behind.
They descend further, meeting outcasts. There is no room for dialogue, they begin the battle. The monster goes mad, throwing everyone into the abyss. But the path to victory does not lie in physical strength. The charisma of the red and white priestess will resolve the battle.
Her white-clad friend will help her, and all the heroes will go home.
Pion's gift: a pendant

Yun's gift: the promised painting
The Crown of Creation in Winter If hung during the festival, Aiyano and Sonato can give 10 ✹ to anyone they want, but not to themselves, and no more than one ✹ per person. At other times, ✹ are replaced with OD.

Tenok's gift: seeds of Laurian cherry

Jilo's gift: a recipe for a potion that helps to conceive

It turned out great, really great. "I hereby name you 'Animation'," he said to the shoes. It has some meaning and takes the effect into account. "And you," he said to the gloves, "are 'Purity.' Make what was previously black white." He then takes another globe and carefully carries gifts in neat packaging to the pier.

Upon arriving at the Erathia docks, Erephir finds Aiyana unpacking her gifts, Sonata (disguised in clothing that bears no resemblance to her morning attire, with her ears hidden under a cap) playing the piano nearby, and Cleona, Ahuri, and Ahuli chatting beside them.

Beata whistled in amazement at the selection. - Wow, we really hit the jackpot! - Very much so, - Gillon nodded. - And can we exchange more than one ✹ if they are available? And can we exchange them not for ourselves, but for someone else? - And these treatises... They look interesting! How easy are they to understand? Will we have to delve deeply into them, or is everything clear? do they consume mana?