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Seren Fyth 🐇🍄 @internetbruja.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Aymeric admitted to her that he used her for political gain and her response is currently my favorite. I’m still on the fence about shipping them but this wolmeric WIP gave me the chance to really dig into her thoughts and feelings about her duty as the WoL.

“The truth is—I played a part in bringing us together. It was anything but serendipitous,” he admitted. “When I first called you to the intercessory, I sought an audience with you out of political expediency.”

“You’re saying you used me…” He knew his words stung her, but she needed to hear this from him. She deserved the truth.

“Yes. Everything, from the truce with the Crystal Braves, Lady Iceheart, the Steps of Faith, and the Dragonsong War. You fought all of my battles without me having to say a word. You just accepted it. Without question. I am undeserving of your friendship and kindness.” He turned his head away from her in shame. “When I first heard of your strengths in the correspondence from Eorzea, I saw you more as a tool than a person—a pawn on my board. All to further my agenda and to secure Ishgard’s protection. I did this because I knew the Holy See would never agree to outside help, so I orchestrated a plan—manipulate the Eikon-slayer and the Braves to watch over Midgardsormr and have a first line of defense in Revenant’s Toll for the Imperial armies, before they could even step foot in Coerthas. I did all that and I—” I didn’t expect to... But he couldn’t say it—not yet.

Stunned, she stood back, gripping her elbows until her fingers blanched. Then she looked straight at him with a hardened expression. “Aymeric,” she said in a strict tone. “I’m not an idiot. I knew what you would ask when you requested my presence at Camp Dragonhead. You’re not the first dignitary to invite me to their province under false pretenses. And you certainly won’t be the last.”

It was his turn to be dismayed. “Still, I contrived our alliance to gain favor with the Holy See and my father…”

She gave him a grim smile. “I knew what you wanted before I even met you. Most people who interact with me always want something—it’s the problem with being the Warrior of Light. But I still choose who I want to help. I’m not this weak little creature that’s manipulated so easily. I go where I want to go and pick who to work with. And I chose Ishgard. To help your people. I knew the risks going for it all.”

There was only one question on his mind: “Why?”

Scoffing airily, she shook her head. “Like I said, I knew what you wanted before I even met you. Regardless of political schemes, I serve to protect. To aid those in need. That is my calling.” She looked up at him in a way that reminded him strongly of the Silver-Fuller. They were so alike, in so many ways. “Your back and forth with Alphinaud only proved your mettle to me. You went beyond your borders to safeguard your people, even if your pride took an injury. That’s what differentiates you from the rest.”

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Lady de Borel @lady-deborel.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

This one is so good! The similarities to Haurchefant, the way she says she's used to being "used" so she knows what to expect... it all hurts in such a good way. I love her. She and my Meg have so much in common!

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