𝗌𝗁𝗋𝖾𝗐𝗒𝗎, 𝗌𝖼𝗋𝖾𝗐 𝗒𝗈𝗎

Summary : Winter is right around the corner, and Coco seems to have left her winter clothes back in her old home. No need to worry,it seems like their master knows someone who can weave her clothes in no time. A quick visit to her shop will do!

Pairing : Qifrey x Aglaea!Reader

Word Count : 1.5k

A/N : oh the yearner qifrey... anyways,here is the anticipated fic of mine! hope i didnt make them too OOC.. hope you all enjoy as much as i did when i wrote this chapter <33 also i use [Y] instead of [name] since its much faster and easierfor me to use, hope u all understand 🫶🫶

Fall was later on coming to an end. Its lingering warmth soon began to fade, replaced by the winter air over the countryside. Gold and brown leaves can be seen scattered on the ground as frost covered its remains. Winter was just around the corner, making people inside the atelier prepare for the upcoming season. The children anticipated all the activities they could do in the snow. Building snowmen, creating snow angels, and most importantly, warming themselves with the hot chocolate prepared by their master, Qifrey. The atelier was busy setting up the fireplace and making the place as cozy as possible. The atmosphere was suddenly interrupted by- 

“Achoo!” sneezed Coco, rubbing her nose as her body shivered at the chill of the winter air. 

“Coco, are you alright? Are you feeling sick? Oh no, what if it gets worse? How can we play in the snow when you're feeling unwell?? ” Tetia asked her a flurry of questions, panicking by the second.

“No..no…” she just smiled at her friend and continued "Tetia, I'm alright.. it's just I'm feeling a little bit chilly, that's all," Coco reassured her, waving her hands to emphasize her point. 

"Oh... Really? I'm glad that you're fine, Coco, though I can say that it is a bit cold in here lately; winter is approaching after all!” Tetia replied, looking at Coco's state, her brows furrowing worriedly as she noticed Coco was shivering. 

"Coco... You're shivering! Why didn't you tell me earlier? C'mon, Master Qifrey maybe has a scarf you can use!” Before Coco could protest, Tetia grabbed Coco's hand, pulling her into their master's direction by the fireplace. 

Soft yet rushed footsteps can be heard by Qifrey as he looked towards the noise, his gaze falling upon Coco's shaking body and Tetia's worried state upon her friend.

“Oh dear… Tetia, why is Coco shaking?” Qifrey asked worriedly as he walked towards the two children. 

“Master Qifrey, Do you have a scarf we can borrow? Coco doesn't have one.” Tetia asked, her voice filled with worry.

Qifrey said nothing and crouched down while removing the scarf around his neck and wrapped it snugly around Coco's neck as her body relaxed at the sudden warmth, she looked at him smiling.

“Thank you, master… But what about you? Won't you be cold instead?” Coco asked worriedly as Qifrey just chuckled and smiled at her.

“No worries, Coco, I have some extra scarves in my room" Qifrey reassured her before continuing, “But do tell me, do you not have any clothes for the winter? You won't be able to enjoy playing with the others if you're freezing," he asked, concerned. 

Coco flushed under his gaze and replied, "Well... I do have some, but... They're at my house..." Coco said, her gaze turning sad as she remembered the state of her home and her mom.

Qifrey looked at her, his gaze turning tender before taking her hands into his warm ones. "Well, that was my mistake, Coco... Don't worry, we made a promise that we'll save your mom no matter what, right?” He asked softly. 

"Yeah...I remember.." Coco replied, her voice weak but trusting.

Qifrey squeezed her hands and continued "How about this, Coco... I'll have your winter clothes made, as it's not safe to go back to your home to fetch your old ones yet."

Coco's eyes widened at his words. "B-but wait! Aren't winter clothes a bit costly to be made?! Especially right now…when winter is almost here…" she stammered and continued, “N-no need, Master! I'll just borrow Agott's or even Richeh's clothes!” Coco replied, her voice panicking at the thought of her master spending all his money for her needs. 

Tetia giggles broke through Coco's panicked state, and she grabbed Coco's shoulders, shaking her gently. "Hehe, there's no need to worry, Coco. master knows someone who can make your clothes at a low price!" she said, smiling. 

“Tetias right Coco. Besides, I have a friend who will definitely make your clothes for you in no time." Qifrey chuckled as he patted her head gently.

"Really...?" Her eyes lit up in curiosity. “Who is that friend of yours, master?"  Coco asked curiously.

Tettia happily said, “Lady [Y], of course! She makes the most beautiful dresses I have ever seen! She even designed and made our current robes for us!” she replied, her eyes full of happiness and wonder at the works of this so called lady [Y].

She then pouted "But... Lady [Y] hasn't visited us in a while. She says she's busy," she sighed sadly, her shoulders drooping in sadness. "She still sends letters and treats to us when she's free….” she closed her eyes and continued "But it's not the same…! I miss Lady [Y] so much!’’ she exclaimed, her pout deepening at the memory of [Y]’s last visit. 

“Now, Tetia... We all know how busy she can get. After all, she's not named the dressmaster of Kalhn for no reason," Qifrey comforted and sweatdropping at her depressed state.

“...Dressmaster of Kalhn?” coco said aloud, her eyes widening in realization 

“You mean THAT Lady [Y]??!” she shrieked as she cupped her cheeks in amazement  “Master you mean you're friends with THE Seamstress??!!” Her eyes sparkled with admiration as she grew excited at the thought of meeting her in real life after hearing all the countless praise and rumors of her work before Qifrey took her in.

"Well... yes" he admitted, rubbing the back of his neck shyly, “we have been friends back when we were apprentices." He let out a small chuckle at her amazed state.

"Amazing, isn't she?…" he murmured, smiling, “even after losing her eyesight..." He whispered, eyes darkened at the memory of what the brimmed caps did to her that caused her disability. But the shadow in his eyes disappeared quickly as he clapped his hands happily, giving them a warm smile, and continued, "How about we all visit her shop tomorrow?" he suggested "In that way, she can measure Coco's size for her clothes while also hanging out with her!" Qifrey said cheerfully before continuing, "After all, it's been a while since we talked to her face to face, right?" he said happily as Tetia bounced with excitement.

“Yes! Oh, that's a great idea, master! I'll have so many stories to tell to her again!” she giggled, her eyes shining as she jumped around the room eagerly.

Coco and Qifrey just stared and let out soft smiles at her enthusiasm. It's as if tomorrow couldn't wait enough as they all began to prepare their stuff for their visit at Lady [Y]’s shop. 

The trip to Kalhn was not far, but it was full of excitement, mostly coming from Tetia, as the rest just tried to keep up with her happiness. 

"Tell me why… Do we have to come too?” Agott asked flatly 

"We're visiting lady [Y] for Coco's winter clothes! Oh, and to also check up on her since it's been a while since we talked to her in person" Tetia said happily. 

“Lady [Y]…" Richeh hummed "I would like to see her again too." 

“See? Even Richeh agrees! Agott, you miss Lady [Y] as much as we do, you just don't want to say it!" Tetia giggled as the rest laughed at Agott's flustered state.

They all arrived outside [Y]’s shop, it was bustling with customers as they all picked up their clothes for the winter.

Qifrey grabbed the handle of the door, letting out a small jingle as he looked at Coco. "Well then, shall we go inside?" he asked before pushing open the door and going in as the rest followed. 

Coco stood in awe at the sight of the shop. It was full of dresses, some are still unfinished, but most were completed beautifully. Rows of fabric lined up on the walls, each with different colors and textures, the room itself looked like it came out of a picture book. She saw a woman happily chatting with a lady behind the counter as the woman bid goodbye, what seemed like a dress for winter. 

Coco's eyes widened as she saw the appearance of the lady behind the counter. She is the most beautiful woman Coco saw in her entire life. Soft, pale skin, wavy, short hair with soft bangs framed perfectly on her face and 2 strands of curled hair framing either side of her face and draping just beyond her shoulders. Her face is what strikes coco the most. Soft and delicate features and eyes so striking that they seemed to know everything but had secrets of their own. Despite this, her eyes seemed empty and had no pupils.  Coco's eyes faltered at the realization.

“This woman… She's blind? ” she thought, as her gaze turned somber.

As if sensing her stare, the lady turned around and looked at Coco before smiling softly. 

“Oh? It seems I have a new guest. Little one, welcome to my shop" she said happily.

Before Coco could respond, Qifrey stepped in front of her and greeted the lady.

“Long time no see, [Y]." Qifrey said softly as he smiled at her before taking her knuckles to his lips and pressing a gentle kiss in greeting.

"......Huh?” Coco thought in shock, continuing “HUHHHH???” she shrieked in her head as she stared at the scene and thought

“This woman…IS LADY [Y]?!!” Her mouth fell slightly open, stunned at the scene and the realization that this blind woman is the seamstress, the dressmaker of Kalhn, the goldweaver… the Lady [Y]. 

🐰 Easter Vil 👑