[And housewife of the year award goes to: Alucard!

There is the inevitable awkward, nervous tension in watching Ciri inspect the belt. Alucard knows that the work he put in is flawless, that it is worth every little effort even if Ciri hates it, but it means the world not only to hear it called beautiful, but that he's outclassed himself.

Not a goal, that, but a wonderful achievement through sheer effort.]

Thank you. [He'll take the compliment, and maybe there's a little more warmth in his words.]

The designs aren't just decorative either - they're spells, meant to enhance and defend. Adaptations from some of my building work.