Part 674: Robin (Mother) C

Mother, guess what? I found a wonderful dress in the town market.

Oh?

It was gorgeous! I thought it'd be just perfect for you, so I bought it. I was thinking you could try a different style for once.

Why, Lucina! What a lovely surprise! Now let me get a look at this gorgeous... Er... dress? Oh dear.

I've never seen so many... unusual colors and shapes in one piece of clothing.

I know! It's very modern. See all the giant polka dots? If you look carefully, you'll see that each one is a portrait of Emmeryn herself! I wager when Father sees you in this, he'll just scream with delight!

(I bet he'll scream, all right...)

Pardon, Mother? I didn't catch that.

I'm sorry, Lucina. It's just that... Well, this isn't exactly my...style. I'm very grateful for the thought, but...I don't think I can wear it.

Oh? I was sure you would like it... Well, perhaps next time I go to market, you could come and pick something yourself.

I know it seems frivolous in times like these. But in the blighted future I come from, I often fantasized of such simple pleasures.

Why, Lucina. What a considerate daughter you've grown up to be. I'd be delighted to go to market with you. ....Delighted and honored.

Wonderful! And when we go, I'll wear the new dress!

(Oh, gods, no...)

Pardon, Mother?