The bard wore a long red vest that looked to be of the same material as the prized coat that he had been treating so carefully since Geralt first saw it in Kovir. Beneath the vest, a pale yellow sleeveless chemise only made its appearance known because its silky fabric cascaded from below the hem of the vest. At first glance, the fabric looked to be of a solid pale yellow, but if one studied it more closely, the faint lines of a darker yellow traced a silhouette of dandelions.
So excited to share this with you! I had the pleasure of collaborating with @gwylliondream for and beta Gilli_ann this year’s @witcherbigbang on this cover art for the amazing slow-burn fic, “Visiting Marilka.”
Loved watching the story come together over the last few months. I’m so glad I was paired with Gwyllion for my first collaborative fandom event, she truly made the process approachable and fun.
Summary: Months after the mountain breakup, Geralt finds Jaskier performing in a tavern. Before Geralt can consider apologizing, the bard is interrupted by a messenger who notifies Jaskier that his father has died. Jaskier prepares to set off for Lettenhove to console his mother and siblings. Geralt gets caught up in the drama and accompanies Jaskier as he travels to his childhood home. On their journey, Geralt learns that a witcher’s Path needn’t have a predetermined destination.
Go over and read it on AO3 right now: Visiting Marilka (57k, rated M)
(art minus title under the cut)
