[That Hilda finds the earrings and necklace to be Satisfactory feels like a massive achievement in Alucard's books. Never mind her full knowledge of what would be available, it is more about how she always looks so put together, and that he dresses far more down than she does. Perhaps friendship with Jaskier is a factor. Or luck.

He folds the dress over one of his arms and trusts Hilda with the rest, starting to head back towards the office.]

More or less. I think more homes and businesses are open along this block this year, since in front of the Hall is a nice landmark for others to use to meet up. Next year I imagine you might go all out with an event, but you've all been so busy lately.