Devil's Path (Genshin Impact x OC)

Chapter 10: Fashion Weaver

Opening 1

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In the two weeks following the conclusion of the Fontainian Film Festival, there was another buzz within Fontaine as another big event is coming.

Lucius: "Fontaine Fashion Week"? It wouldn't hurt to find some new clothes for my girlfriends and myself...

As he wanders around, he approaches Chioriya Boutique, where he spots Chiori talking to someone.

Laetitia: Is... Is this really okay?

Chiori: I told you I could do it using the leftover funds from the original deposit. Don't tell me you're afraid that I cheaped out on the dress?

Laetitia: No, not at all! I have only the fullest faith in your work, Miss Chiori. I'm just in shock, that's all. It's always been my dream to wear a Chioriya Boutique dress for my wedding... I really thought the chance had passed me by...

Chiori: I'm a woman of my word — If I say I can do something, then it will be done. The first rule of business is to always keep your promises. Now, remember to not fold the gown, or store it under direct sunlight. I'd recommend only taking it out on the day of your wedding, but from the look on your face... I can tell that may be a little difficult for you.

Laetitia: I—I'll try my best! Hehe... Once he sees me in this, his jaw is gonna drop straight to the floor!

Laetitia giggles as she walks off.

Chiori: Oh?

Chiori notices Lucius standing there.

Chiori: Anything you're looking for today? A custom design, or perhaps  you want me to fix up that tattered cape of yours?

Lucius: Oh, no need to fix my cape, I kinda like the tattered style. I'm actually here to ask about this "Fontaine Fashion Week"...

Chiori: Ah, that. Well, if news of the event has reached your ears, I suppose the Fontaine Apparel Association's advertising efforts have paid off. It's a fashion extravaganza that only takes place once a year, after all.

Lucius: Safe to assume that you're gonna show off your designs?

Chiori: Of course. All designers at the Court of Fontaine use the week to advertise their brand. If you're lucky, you could even land a large amount of orders as soon as the main show ends. Come to think of it, it was also at a previous Fashion Week that our label first took off.

Lucius: I may sound stupid here since I'm not into the whole fashion scene but aren't you pretty much an established name now? Won't people still buy your clothes even if you don't participate?

Chiori: That's not quite how it works. While many people buy clothes for fit and style, the fashion industry also strongly values a label's artistic vision and creative direction. Why would anyone patronize a label that hasn't even bothered to put out any new designs for the year? In the end, "fashion" is just a representation of the spirit of the times. People support your brand because they support the vision it represents.

Lucius: Ahh okay, sorry for asking a stupid question.

Chiori: Don't be, you're not a fashionista so it makes sense why you wouldn't know about it.

Lucius: Speaking of new designs, how's the designs coming?

Chiori: The designs have already been finalized — I'm just waiting for the fabrics to arrive.