Word count: 121 words.


.79 - Byleth and Sothis and Festivity


"I have been thinking," Sothis says one evening. "I would like a dress. For this little ball of yours, I mean."

Her words—and poking—beckon him from slumber.

"You know no one will see it."

"That matters not," she huffs. "Am I not allowed to be festive? Must I forever be condemned to the corner? I think not! I wish to be among you silly mortals for a change."

"I suppose I can go look for something in town tomorrow," says Byleth after some consideration.

"Please," the goddess folds her hands with a playful little smile. "Gather something for yourself as well. I will not be seen with someone so... spiritless. "

"I don't believe you have to worry about that."