Title: Shopping

Description: To say Lucina's fashion sense is an "acquired taste" would be an understatement to say the very least. However, Robin doesn't seem to really mind. Why would it, when seeing his wife happy is everything he could ask for?

"Robin, what do you think of this one?"

The tactician turned towards his wife, taking care to be just a tad slower than usual to brace himself for what he knew would come next.

"Well, I think it would certainly suit you. Very understated," Robin commented, smiling as he gazed upon the very much not-at-all-understated bright lime green blouse Lucina was holding up triumphantly. The color alone would have been quite garish, to say the least, though that was hardly the only thing that made it an eyesore. No, the yellow polka dots and the layered pink and purple frills around the sleeves and collar certainly didn't do it any favors in that regard.

Yet that was to be expected, given his wife's–let's call it "particular" taste in apparel. It was something he'd gotten very used to over the years they'd been together.

"Truly? I was worried that it may be a little too bright. But if you think it suits me, then it must be perfect for me," Lucina proclaimed, visibly delighted by his answer. Her eyes sparkled with joy, simmering in the afternoon light streaming in through the shop's windows, her teeth flashing in a beaming smile. Such was the radiance of her happiness that Robin too couldn't help but smile all the brighter, sharing in his wife's joy.

When he'd first beheld the fruits of Lucina's fashion sense, he'd been quite horrified. But then, seeing how happy she'd been; the sheer childlike joy she'd held in a true smile that had been all-too-rare for her... he'd known that he'd do everything in his power to make sure she could keep smiling like that. And if that meant putting up with her more tacky choices in apparel, whether that be going out in public with his wife dressed in the clothes she bought or he himself wearing clothes she'd picked for him, he'd gladly suffer it all to see her truly happy.

"I'll go try it on! Then when I return we can pick something out for you to wear!" Lucina promised, leaving him there as she hurried off to the store's changing room.

. . . . .

True to her word she returned moments later, having swapped out her tunic for the blouse. Paired with her other clothes, it somehow seemed even more garish to Robin's eyes. Not that it mattered to him. Even if wearing the ugliest outfit imaginable, Lucina would still appear to be the most beautiful woman he'd ever seen.

Still, he had no time to really ponder the fact much longer, as Lucina began to furiously search the wracks of clothing for something for him to try on.

"Oh, how about this one?" Lucina asked, holding up a multi-colored scarf with a repeating fish pattern.

"I… I certainly like it, though, isn't it a bit too early to be looking at winter clothes? Summer has barely begun," Robin replied, trying his best not to make excuses. He'd gladly wear it if she insisted, of course, but if he could avoid it without upsetting her…

Thankfully it did not come to that, Lucina nodding piercing. "Of course, how careless of me. I should be looking for something you can wear now! Let me see… Oh! Is this more to your liking?" She returned the scarf, pulling out a shimmery red tunic for him to try next.

. . . . .

Half an hour later the two exited the shop, Lucina still clad in her now purchased blouse while Robin carried the bag containing the cat-patterned robe he'd eventually settled on. While a distant part of him still dreaded having to wear the thing at some point, the thought wasn't of much concern at that moment. No, getting to spend time with the woman he loved was too great a reward for it the dampen his mood.

"Where to next?" Lucina asked, beaming back at him as they began to stroll through the town square. She reached out, taking his hand in his. "Perhaps we can stop at that bakery you enjoy? Oh, or we could finally try that tea shop at the edge of town! The one that Inigo recommended to us, you recall?

"I do," Robin confirmed, nodding. "I'm certainly willing, so long as you want to."

"I see no reason not to," Lucina agreed, a bubbly laugh followed as she tugged on his hand, pulling him forward. "Come. Let us go then. Before the day grows later!"

Or maybe they would just continue to enjoy each other's company as they strolled along at each other's side.

Robin's own laughter joined Lucina's as he fell in alongside her. Despite her words urging haste, neither of them moved all that quickly. Late in the afternoon as it was, they still had plenty of time. Enough at least for a more leisurely walk through the bustling town in which they could simply enjoy each other's company.

Even so, as they walked along hand in hand, Robin couldn't help but notice the occasional stares they got from the townsfolk, most aimed at Lucina and her new outfit. Not that it was unexpected. Such reactions were something he'd gotten used to at this point: just the extra attention he needed to bear for the sake of his wife's happiness. Thankfully Lucina always seemed to be blissfully unaware of the looks she was getting, something Robin was glad for. So long as the looks remained nothing more than longer than usual glances, then he knew there was no danger of it hurting his love's feelings.

It was then however that his eyes were drawn to a group of young girls, looking to be no older than their late teens, coming down the opposite side of the road. Unlike the other townsfolk, when the girls noticed the blouse Lucina was wearing they did more than merely stare. They came to a complete stop, gawking as the garish design.

One girl even pointing towards her, jeering, while another of her friends sneered some snide remark behind a covered hand. Snickering giggles from the other girls soon followed whatever comment had been made at Lucina's expense.

Robin's eyes narrowed, his lips pursing into a deep scowl.

As he and Lucina passed them, Robin turned to glare at the girls. It lasted only a moment, Robin being careful only to do so while Lucina wasn't looking as to not draw his wife's attention to the group's jeering... But it was enough. The girls blanched at his look of raw, unmitigated fury, quickly turning away and hurrying along the road at an even quicker pace than the one they'd taken before stopping. Good, better run, Robin thought, feeling the flicker of anger simmering back down to a mere ember. Of the few things that could get him truly angry, the thought of anyone taking away the moments of joy that his wife so deserved…

Let's just say it was a particularly personal insult.

"Robin?" Lucina asked, the tactician only then realizing he'd slowed and continued to stare down the street long after the rude group of teenagers had vanished from view amongst the crowds.

"Sorry. I got distracted and zoned out for a moment," he assured her, smiling as he squeezed her hand before resuming their leisurely pace.

"I hope I'm not boring you by dragging all over the place," Lucina said, her smile fading a small bit.

Robin shook his head fiercely. "Don't be silly, Lucina. I want to be here. Always." He squeezed her hand tighter.

"Oh, good. I am glad, Robin. Truly," Lucina said, her smile returning in full.

As they walked Robin found himself recalling the day he'd confessed his love for her. That was the day he'd first seen her smile in joy as she clutched the flowers he'd given her, all of her worries, fears, and the weight of her duty washing away if only for that brief moment. It was then that he realized how much he wanted to see her smile like that again. After all, she suffered and sacrificed, no one in the world deserved happiness more than her.

Robin twirled his wedding band around his finger, feeling the grooves of the floral pattern that adorned both his and her rings. It was a physical reminder of that promise. Of how no matter what the future held for them both, it was her happiness that he put above all else.

It was then that Robin felt lips brush against his cheek, Lucina leaning in suddenly to plant a quick, yet tender, kiss upon his face.

"Um, I… What was that for?" Robin asked, touching the spot with his free hand as he felt his cheeks flush. Even after years of being married, public shows of affection were still something he wasn't entirely comfortable with yet.

"I wanted to thank you, Robin. For agreeing to come with me today," Lucina smiled, a soft, joy-filled laugh escaping her lips. "I know it's something so silly and simple, hardly worthy of thanks. But it still means so much to have you here with me."

"Ah," Robin intoned, feel his face tug into an even deeper smile. Now it was his turn to publicly affirm his affection for her, returning her kiss with one of his own upon her lips. A small gasp escaped Lucina, but it was short-lived, her free hand moving quickly to cup the side of his face and hold him into a more drawn out kiss. Then a moment later Robin pulled away, placing his own hand against the side of her face, drawn into the sheer joy held in the expression staring back at him.

"No, it's me who should be thanking you, Lucina. Seeing you happy is everything I could ask for. It's all that I've ever wanted."

Author's Note: Hey guys, it's been awhile since I updated this story, huh? Recently I've been feeling like I've been getting into a bit of a rut with my writing, so I decided I could use a bit of a change of pace. Thus, I am going to be trying to write some one-shots more frequently to give myself some more variety. As always let me know what you guys thought about this one, as I do really enjoy everyone's feedback.