#dorael

C – Support

Location: Dining Hall

OST: Respite and Sunlight

*Raphael enters the dining hall*

Raphael: Hey, Dorothea!  Just the gal I was looking for!

Dorothea: Oh, hello Raphael.  What can I do for you?

Raphael: I don’t need anything.  But I do have something for you.  Here!

Dorothea: Something for me?  A pendant?

Raphael: Yeah. I carved our class symbol on it.  Do you like it?

Dorothea: It’s quite lovely.  Did you make this?

Raphael: Sure did!

Dorothea: Oh, Raphael.  You’re a very sweet guy, and I’m flattered, but I’m afraid I cannot accept this.

Raphael: Huh?  Why not?

Dorothea: I’m terribly sorry, but I don’t think I’m the girl for you.  Please excuse me.

Raphael: Wonder what she meant.  Maybe she doesn’t like pendants?  I could make turn it into a bracelet instead.  Or maybe some earrings?  But first… gotta fuel my creative muscles with some food!

**

B – Support

Location: Outside

Dorothea: Damn! That brigand was a lot stronger than I thought. One more hit like that and I’m done for!  *gasps* Oh no, here comes some more enemies!  This could be it for me!

Enemy Soldier: Die!

Raphael: *appears* Dorothea, look out!

*fades to black, weapon strike*

*fades back in*

Raphael: Are you okay?

Dorothea: I’m hanging in here, but I need to get to a healer.

Raphael: You got it. Stay close to me and I’ll clear you a path.

Dorothea: Thank you.

*Fade to black*

*Fade back in*

OST: Calm Winds Over Gentle Waters

Healer: There, that should do it.  You were very lucky to get alive.

Dorothea: It was quite the close call.  Oh, before you go, could I see that thing you’re wearing?

Healer: This?  It’s the class pendant Raphael made for all of us.  Didn’t he give you one?

Dorothea: He made one for everyone? Ah, well… Oh dear.  *speaking to herself* It appears I’ve misjudged him. I need to find him and apologize.

**

B+ – Support

Location: Training Grounds

OST: Recollection and Regret

Dorothea: Raphael?

Raphael: Oh, hey!  You’re looking better.  How are your injuries?

Dorothea: All healed, thanks to you.

Raphael: What? I didn’t do anything. *pouts*  I’m not so great with magic.

Dorothea: I meant saving me on the battlefield.  I might have been killed if you hadn’t come when you did.

Raphael: Oh, that.  Don’t sweat it.  We’re friends, right?  And friends look out for each other.  Next time, you can protect me!

Dorothea: Speaking of, I also owe you an apology.

Raphael: *looking confused*  What for?

Dorothea: A while ago, you offered me a pendant.  I rejected it because I thought it was a courting gift.

Raphael: *blushes* W-what?

Dorothea: I’m so sorry.  It’s just – men don’t usually offer me trinkets like that unless they want a certain something in return.  But the healer who helped me was wearing an identical piece.  He explained that you made one for everyone in our class, including the Professor.

Raphael: Yeah. I thought it’d be cool if we all had one as a team symbol.  I mean, I know we all wear academy uniforms, but I figured it’d be nice to have something just for our class, you know?  Plus, that way, we’ll all have something to remember our time together once we graduate.

Dorothea: What an excellent idea!  I’m sorry I misunderstood your intensions.

Raphael: Aw, don’t give it another thought.

Dorothea: You wouldn’t still happen to have it, would you?

Raphael: Yeah, I’ve got it right here!  Except, I thought maybe you didn’t want it because you liked other kinds of jewelry instead, so I also made a bracelet and some earrings too.

Dorothea: *laughs*  Well would you look it that!  They’re all so beautiful.  May I have them?

Raphael: Sure!

Dorothea: And in return, perhaps you’d join me for tea? If we’re to be proper friends, then I’d like to get to know you better.

Raphael: Oh course!  Will there be snacks?

**

A – Support (Note: this support is only available after the Time-skip)

Location: Monastery Grounds

OST: Somewhere to Belong

Raphael: Long time, no see Dorothea!

Dorothea: Well look at you!  You’re a knight now?

Raphael: Yep!  Ever since my parents died, I wanted to become a knight so that I could take care of my little sister.  It’s been a long road, but we’re finally in a good place where we don’t have to struggle anymore.  As long as I continue to work hard, I won’t every have to worry bout my sis going hungry.

Dorothea: That’s very admirable of you, Raphael. *whispering to herself*  And if I’m honest, it very attractive.

Raphael: What’s that?

Dorothea: Oh nothing. *pauses* I was just thinking that I may have made yet another grave mistake regarding you.

Raphael: What do you mean?

Dorothea: Well, you see, for a long time, I’ve been looking for a suitable partner to share my life with, one who ensure both my happiness and survival.  But, rather unfortunately I admit, I limited my prospects to those who come from wealth and high standing because they would be in the best position to take care of me for the rest of my days.  As such, I discounted individuals such as yourself, who work hard every day for the ones you live, and are – above all – kind and honorable, more so that any noble I’ve ever dealt with.

Raphael: Um, thanks… I think?  I’m not sure I know what you’re saying.  But if you’re worried about the future, you can always come stay with me and my sister.  We’re thinking about opening an inn someday.  When we do, you can come stay any time you like.  And I promise I’ll always take care of you, just like I do with my little sis. 

Dorothea: *blushing*  Well, perhaps not quite the same as your sister.  But, thank you Raphael.  It’s nice to know I have a friend who’s willing to look out for me.

Raphael: You bet!

**

Paired Ending:

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Finally sharing some art with Rael and Dorian, these two have a special place in my heart 🫂