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[ It's been a few days since the first arrivals trickled in to this iteration of the monastery, and there's been some improvement to the area, at least.

Which is fortunate, really, because the clouds have finally decided to open up and let out a torrential downpour.

The grass out in the courtyard almost immediately becomes saturated with water, squishing beneath people's feet as they step through it. Drainage in the monastery is a real problem in some parts, particularly near the marketplace area. Slowly, as time passes, pools begin to form, though some of the remaining debris serves as a decent buffer between the water and whatever crates merchants may have left behind. It may be a good idea to salvage some of that, though it's not likely to be ruined thanks to said debris. In general, it's likely a rude awakening for any new arrivals.

Of course, some would say that rainy days are the best when it comes to fishing; some would even say they're right, given how the fish seem to be out in droves at the lake. If one didn't mind potentially getting soaked, they could bring in a real haul during this rainstorm. The dining hall is not nearly as well stocked as it had been in its heyday, so this could potentially be beneficial for the community.

For some, it's likely best to stay inside and find shelter from the rain. Thankfully, most of the monastery roofing seems to be intact, save for a few sizeable holes in the cathedral. Still, that doesn't mean there isn't a leak here and there, so watch your step, particularly in the dining hall and the second floor of the dormitories as well. It might not be a bad idea to put a few buckets out to catch all that water . . . ]

[[ MORE HOUSEKEEPING, hey what's up guys:

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[Bernadetta stands, and now it's her turn to drape the cape over the other girl. She's dry enough now.]

The Cathedral... I guess none of the glass there would be salvageable...

[Poor greenhouse... you'll get fixed good as new someday!]

That's... really diligent, Edelgard. Did I throw you off your stride?

[Bernadetta just because you are taller than her now doesn't mean you get to do that!

Edelgard slowly removes the cape and folds it over her arm. Twice to make sure the long stretch of fabric doesn't touch the ground. There's no use in it now. Everything on both of them is pretty soaked at this point.]

Not at all. It takes a while for the water to collect, so it was perfect timing.

[Edelgard then begins to lead to the Knight's Hall hoping Bernadetta will follow. She does not need to stand beside her. If the girl finds lingering a step or two behind safer? So be it. She may have that luxury. Edelgard will brave the way for her.

After all... Bernadetta's loyalty cost the girl her life. Edelgard can only begin to scratch the surface of her gratitude for such an act.]

[Bernadetta does trail after her, like a slightly shorter, infinitely less ominous Hubert. It's actually a far cry from their student days, when it would take her days at a time just to sidle up into shouting-range without being ambushed ahead of time.]

Oh! That's a relief. Um...

[She fidgets with her gloves, the least damp part of her.]

Edelgard? I have something to ask and—y-you can say no of course! But.. I-I wanted to know...

[Halting in her tracks Edelgard looks over her shoulder at Bernadetta.]

Yes? What is it?

...wyulkaqult?

[Ah. Ahem.

Let's give that another shot, Bernie.]

..............w-would you like a quilt? I... made some.

A... a quilt? You would want to give that to me?

[Why would she want to give away something she worked so hard on to the woman who left her to die? She's stunned. Flattered, really, but confused.]

It... gets cold at night. Varley county isn't too far from here, but we're in the mountains.

[Bernadetta that's like half an answer, at best.]

[And Edelgard is from the southern most peninsula. Enbarr surrounded by water and warmth. The chill here really does get to her.]

If you want me to have one of your quilts I will gladly accept.

...!

[She beams.]

Great! They're... well, I made the best with what I had, but they're definitely warm.

[Together they step into the Knight's Hall. As they draw near to the hearth Edelgard finds somewhere acceptable to hang dry her cape.]

Where are you keeping them? I would appreciate using it tonight when the sun goes down.

Oh, um... actually, the three that are finished got a little wet when it first started to rain. Felix took one, and the other two I hung in . our old classroom. They should be dry by now, I think.

[Bernadetta hangs back at the threshold, hesitating. The sound and the light are one thing, but to look at the fire again? She's... not sure she's ready.]

I have a fourth one almost done that I'm keeping there, too.

[After the cape is hanging up Edelgard turns back around to try and collect Bernadetta.]

Let us visit the classroom when we have dried off then. We do not need to sit by the fire directly, but at least let us get close enough to feel its warmth. I shall take a spot between you and the flames if that would soothe you.

........................o-okay.

[Her voice is even meeker than usual, and her pace is positively glacial as she inches closer.]

[She doesn't have Bernadetta sit right by the hearth. Instead Edelgard finds the closest table she can and makes sure she sits to block the view of the fire.]

Will this suffice?

Y... yes. Thank you.

[Edelgard looks majestic, backlit by the light, but all Bernadetta can do is feel pathetically grateful for all the care she's receiving.]