Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Carpathius

The wedding had been a beautiful affair and Fern had felt extremely honored that she was able to witness the picturesque ceremony with Rudyard. They had been there to congratulate the newlyweds once the ceremony was over, lingering as they as they could and only headed back towards the castle when they are ushered to so. As the guests file in, the gray girl has a dreamy look on her face as she walks, allowing Rudy to guide her to their seats. Foods of all kinds are laid out on the tables in the hall along with different drinks but Fern sees none of it as she sits down and leans gently in the motley boy’s side. It all seems so surreal to her that she is here, enjoying the unity this day offers. Eyes turn to follow Art and Briar as they enter the hall together and Fern gives out a small ‘whoop’ of happiness as she watches them take their seats. Artorias address the gathered guests and then the feast begins which many dig into, happily.

Soft-blue eyes dart over where the happy couple sit and Fern feels her heart flutter with nervousness as others begin to approach and offer up their wedding gifts. She fidgets next to Rudy as she waits for an opening, taking small bites of food here and there but not really feeling hungry. Finally, she sees an opportunity and Fern gentle nudges the motley boy to signal it their turn. Standing, the gray girl gathers the two boxes that hold the gifts she had commissioned. They move around until they stand before the glowing couple and Fern dips her head in greeting as she says, “Congratulations Artorias and Briar. May the years to follow be filled with the same love as today.” Straightening, she steps forward to place two identical boxes on the table beside their plates, gesturing for the couple to open them.

As the lids are pulled off, two ivory statues are revealed inside. One is sculpted in the likeness of Artorias and one is of the beautiful Briar. As they inspect the statues, Fern explains, “They are ivory, from the tusks of an elephant we hunted for the reception. Now, the statues are beautiful apart but, if you put them together…” she trails off as she indicated a slightly dipped spot in one of the statues sides and the other has slightly jutted out piece that, when put together slots the two statues together perfectly. The sculptor made it, so that, when slotted together, the background forms a arch much like the arbor at their wedding.  With a bright smile, she says, “You both are strong individuals and have your own family and support systems. However, when you two are together, you are unbreakable.” Once done, she bows to them before excusing herself to allow the next wolf space to present their gifts, subtly watching the couple’s face as she goes to see what their reaction is to her gift.


"Fern Lark"