AN: Here's a slew of new ones, just in time for that dreaded holiday, Valentine's Day. I didn't even want to upload this one because it's so fluffy and ridiculous. Gahhhhh.
One day, Vaan looks up to see Fran at their doorstep, bearing an armful of wrapped packages, spoils she and Balthier have thought to share with them.
"They are not necessarily valuable," she explains to both Vaan and Penelo later, over drinks. "I think, though Balthier will not admit it, that we both find ourselves missing the company from time to time."
Penelo smiles. "Where is that old sky pirate, anyways? We're always expecting to see you both in the Sandsea..."
Gazing into her cup, Fran smiles back: "He is working with Nono on the Strahl. We're simply docked here for the night, to stock up on supplies and rest at an inn. I cannot remember the last time I slept in a real bed..."
From his stool, Vaan chuckles. "That brings back memories...say, Fran, what's that ring you're wearing? It's pretty neat."
His companion leans forward. "Oooh," Penelo murmurs, "That's really pretty. Where'd you get it?"
Their Viera friend is silent for a moment, seeming to consider her reply.
"Balthier gave it to me," she finally says. "It is of an Archadian make, a family relic."
And although she will not say anymore, both Vaan and Penelo notice that she's wearing it on her ring finger.