Heroes of Light and Shadow Base: Belf and Chris
Base conversations
Belf and Chris 1
If Chris is male
Chris:
Sir Belf... I know I'm being rude, but there's something I'd like to ask you.
Belf:
I don't mind. What can I help you with?
Chris:
Are you well-versed in etiquette?
Belf:
Etiquette? Well, I have ordinary knowledge of it, but... Why do you ask?
Chris:
It's embarrassing, but I'm bad with etiquette and decorum. I was just wondering if you could teach me...
Belf:
Is that so? As far as I'm aware, you've been managing it flawlessly.
Chris:
No, not at all. I'm actually rather clumsy... For instance, castle manners... It quickly becomes apparent that I come from the countryside. Even recently, I got yelled at by Sir Jagen for running inside the castle...
Belf:
I see... In that case... I don't know how much help I'll be, but alright.
If Chris is female
Chris:
Sir Belf... Sorry for the suddenness, but there's something I'd like to ask you.
Belf:
I don't mind. What can I help you with?
Chris:
Are you well-versed in etiquette?
Belf:
Etiquette? Well, I have ordinary knowledge of it, but... Why do you ask?
Chris:
It's embarrassing, but I'm bad with etiquette and decorum. I was just wondering if you could teach me...
Belf:
Is that so? As far as I'm aware, you've been managing it flawlessly.
Chris:
No, not at all. I'm actually rather clumsy... For instance, speech... I come from the countryside, so some sayings are difficult for me. Just lately, I bit my tongue trying to say "I see everyone is in good spirits"...
Belf:
I see... In that case... I don't know how much help I'll be, but alright.
Belf and Chris 2
If Chris is male
Chris:
Then, I'm counting on your assistance.
Belf:
Yes, alright. By the way, was there a reason you asked me about etiquette, and not anyone else?
Chris:
Oh, that's just the image I had of you... To me, you look like a person of fine upbringing.
Belf:
You're a honest man... Do I really look that way?
Chris:
Yeah, judging by your demeanor and table manners. That's why I thought you knew a lot about etiquette.
Belf:
I had no conscience of that, but I suppose others would see it that way.
Chris:
When I saw you open doors and let females go ahead of you, I knew it for sure.
Belf:
Anybody can open a door, though. Do you want to give it a try?
Chris:
Huh, me? But I'd do it poorly.
Belf:
That's highly unbecoming of you. Weren't you the one who was willing to try anything?
Chris:
Ngh... I'll give it a shot, but don't say I didn't warn you...
If Chris is female
Chris:
Then, if you please.
Belf:
Yes, alright. By the way, was there a reason you asked me about etiquette, and not anyone else?
Chris:
Oh, that's just the image I had of you... To me, you look like a person of fine upbringing.
Belf:
You're a honest one... Do I really look that way?
Chris:
Yeah, judging by your demeanor and table manners. That's why I thought you knew a lot about etiquette.
Belf:
I had no conscience of that, but I suppose others would see it that way.
Chris:
When I saw you open doors and let females go ahead of you, I knew it for sure.
Belf:
Your praise is an honor. Then, shall we start our speech training?
Chris:
Y-yes. I'm ready.
Belf:
You'll bite your tongue again if you're this nervous. First, try talking normally.
Chris:
A-alright. I'll try it out.
Belf and Chris 3
If Chris is male
Chris:
It's difficult getting used to it.
Belf:
Used to what?
Chris:
Doors, opening doors... How to make use of the distance and timing... Opening a door is far harder than fighting...
Belf:
You've improved greatly.
Chris:
R-really? Hearing you say that makes me wonder if I've finally become polite, or if you no longer care...
Belf:
Well, even if you don't master etiquette, I think everyone already knows your nature anyway.
Chris:
Huh?
Belf:
Etiquette is just form, after all. There are many well-born people who are overly self-centered and thus unpleasant.
Chris:
That might be true...
Belf:
...Still, you can't say it's wholly irrelevant, either. Oh, that reminds me, Chris. I believe your way of getting up from a seated position is rather lacking in grace.
Chris:
What, really? ...Could I ask for some guidance?
Belf:
Of course, do I have a choice?
If Chris is female
Chris:
It really is difficult, after all.
Belf:
What is?
Chris:
Speech... Breathing, timing, choosing pertinent words... To think speaking could be such a chore...
Belf:
You've improved greatly.
Chris:
R-really? Hearing you say that makes me wonder if I've finally become polite, or if you no longer care...
Belf:
Well, even if you don't master etiquette, I think everyone already knows your nature anyway.
Chris:
Huh?
Belf:
Etiquette is just form, after all. There are many well-born people who are overly self-centered and thus unpleasant.
Chris:
That might be true...
Belf:
...Still, you can't say it's wholly irrelevant, either. Oh, that reminds me, Chris. I believe your way of getting up from a seated position is rather lacking in grace.
Chris:
What, really? ...Could I ask for some guidance?
Belf:
Of course, do I have a choice?
