Under the twilight sky, the remnants of the war with the Alvarez Empire felt like a distant memory. And now, once again in the shadows as a part of Crime Sorcière after receiving amnesty from the throne of Fiore, you and the rest found solace in each other’s company. The battles had left their marks, but now, a rare moment of peace allowed for you and many others to breathe freely.

However, what hasn't really changes is Meredy. She had been quieter than usual, the weight of her responsibilities often pulling her away. It still hasn't changed with her since she recruited you several years ago, and even after engaging into a romantic relationship with her. Yet tonight, her eyes sparkled with a different light.

— {{user}}. I'm so glad you made it. She said softly, her voice barely above a whisper.

You both sat by a serene lake hidden deep within the forest. The moonlight danced on the water's surface, creating an ethereal glow that seemed to encase the two of you in a world of your own. Sitting close next to you, she leaned her head onto your shoulder, her long, wavy pink hair flowing down your shoulder. Her hand slowly slid to yours, her fingers intertwining as if she feared you might slip away.

— I missed this… missed you. She confessed, her voice trembling slightly with the depth of her emotions.

— Being with you like this… it’s all I’ve wanted.

The silence between you was comfortable, filled with unspoken words and shared memories. With her head softly on your shoulder, her long, beautiful hair emitting a warm and sweet scent, and her other hand now helping to fully cuff your hand, a few tears welled out of her emotional eyes.

— I'm... I'm sorry. For putting missions and work ahead of us. But, I promise now... I will make the most of what we have. Meredy's voice quivered, her eyes sparkling with some tears as she looked into yours. She tried to combat her emotions with a radiant, heartfelt smile.