Three Houses Supports/Dimitri Catherine

C Support

Catherine: Hey there. At it again, are we? It feels like I see you training here every day.

Dimitri: It's my daily routine. I'm ill at ease until I've held a weapon in my grasp.

Catherine: Heh. You said the same thing when you were little.

Dimitri: Hm. Right you are.

Catherine: I've been meaning to come and talk to you properly for a while now.

Dimitri: I was about to say the same thing. How long has it been? A decade? More? That was in Fhirdiad, as I recall.

Catherine: You were just a little pipsqueak! You really have grown up, haven't you?

Dimitri: I'm not sure it was quite that long ago. Not really. But it matters not. I remember those times well. Particularly your first words to me. "Look at that young maiden wielding a giant lance. How adorable!"

Catherine: Oh, don't look at me like that. I was thrown off by your haircut, that's all.

Dimitri: It's all water under the bridge. Now, back then I was quite furious about it.

Catherine: My father did give me a stern reprimand for speaking so rudely to a prince. But then I never had a chance to apologize.

Dimitri: I was always getting into trouble back then. Just like the incident in Duscur... Speaking of... Do you ever think about going back to House Charon? Do you...Cassandra?

Catherine: No. I'm happy with the life I have. No offense, Your Highness, but I don't fight for king and country anymore. I fight for Lady Rhea.

Dimitri: It doesn't bother you? Being labeled a criminal?

Catherine: You're worried about my life as a fugitive from the Holy Kingdom of Faerghus... Don't worry about me. I'm here because I want to be. It suits me far better than the life I'd otherwise lead, as a noble lady of the Kingdom.

Dimitri: Is that so?

Catherine: How about you? You've never wanted to roam free? To enjoy life as an ordinary knight, unshackled from all those princely obligations...

Dimitri: I can't say the thought has never crossed my mind. However, I am the son of a king. It's not possible for me to put my own desires before the good of the Kingdom.

Catherine: Ah, you're too serious for your own good. How'd you become such a stiff? Dimitri: Don't worry. I've been working on that. Stretching is a part of my daily routine.

Catherine: Ha! If you can joke about it, there's hope for you yet.

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B Support

Catherine: Another day, another training session, I see. You're quite dedicated. And practicing with the sword today. You weren't any good with it when you were little, as I recall.

Dimitri: And who told you that?

Catherine: Lord Rodrigue mentioned it to me. He said you used to swing your sword so hard that you'd break it.

Dimitri: That was ages ago... I've had plenty of time to improve since then. Now I count swordplay as one of my specialties. Care to see for yourself?

Catherine: Well, I can't just take your word for it, can I? Let's see what you've got! Well! I'm impressed. You're better than I expected.

Dimitri: I could say the same of you. I suppose we students still have much to learn.

Catherine: No need for false modesty. We fought as equals just now. You're strong, and your form is excellent. You're clearly an experienced fighter. But you're greedy. You can't be so impatient to win. It'll come at a grave cost.

Dimitri: Greedy? I see. I'll take that note to heart. You have my thanks for the instruction.

Catherine: Ah, it returns-- the formality, the stiffness. Anyway, after we're through here, I might head into town for some food. Care to join me?

Dimitri: I appreciate the invitation, but I have certain duties I must attend to this evening.

Catherine: Of course you do. Never mind about my plans, then.

Dimitri: I thought you'd say that. You have the same sense of responsibility as I do.

Catherine: Hm, you think so? I didn't want to push you to join me. We can just do it another day. I'll confess, I'm taking a shine to you. I'd like to talk to you more.

Dimitri: I would like that as well. Ever since I saw you wielding a sword all those years ago, I've been following in your footsteps. To be able to stand with you and cross swords is quite a--

Catherine: Hey, hey, slow down! Where did all this come from? You're embarrassing me. That's enough chatter for now anyway. Let's get back to sparring. This time with lances.

Dimitri: I won't hold back. Show me what you can do.

Catherine: Right! Prepare yourself!

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A Support

Catherine: That was delicious. Wow, I'm full. Nothing beats a big meal after a training session.

Dimitri: ...

Catherine: OK, what's up? You seem distracted.

Dimitri: Oh! My apologies, Catherine. I was just wondering whether you had any desire to return to Faerghus.

Catherine: No. I haven't even entertained the idea. My loyalty lies elsewhere. No matter what, I'm going to find Lady Rhea. That's what I'm fighting for. (Alt Route?) I'll defeat the Empire, and rescue Lady Rhea. That's what I'm fighting for. (Lion?)

Dimitri: May I ask why you have devoted yourself to Lady Rhea?

Catherine: It's simple. I adore her. Lady Rhea isn't just kind, but strong, and courageous... I think she's a wonderful, beautiful person. More so than anyone else in the world.

Dimitri: Wow... I'm not sure I can compete with that.

Catherine: Hah! You can't. My reluctance to return to Faerghus isn't about you though. Ever since I met Lady Rhea, going back just hasn't been an option.

Dimitri: That is a shame. I am certain Faerghus could use your help in the near future. House Charon is one of the most sterling noble families after Fraldarius and Gautier. It would be reassuring to know that you had taken up your position as head of that house...

Catherine: Eh...

Dimitri: Is something wrong?

Catherine: You need someone who's like me, but more noble. You're so stern and serious all the time.

Dimitri: ...

Catherine: Sorry, I'm not going back. Besides, my father is alive and well, fulfilling the duties of House Charon. I have plenty of capable brothers and sisters who can take over after him. I'll keep serving Lady Rhea here. And you'll bring the Kingdom together at the capital. We have to direct our talents wherever they're most useful and most needed. Right?

Dimitri: Well, I...

Catherine: Anyway! Early day tomorrow. Don't want to stay up too late. You better go to bed.

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A+ Support

Catherine: What's wrong, Dimitri? Your swordplay's oddly sluggish today.

Dimitri: Sorry...

Catherine: If you were hungry, I'd get you something to eat. That's not the problem, though, it seems. It's not much fun fighting you when you're so far below your usual standards.

Dimitri: Do not worry. I will be myself again in a moment.

Catherine: Are you worried about something? Tell me.

Dimitri: This war...once it is over, I will have to go back to the capital, and you will remain here as a knight of Seiros.

Catherine: Yes. If we're both still alive.

Dimitri: When that happens, there will not be many chances for us to have these little duels of ours, will there?

Catherine: I suppose not. Garreg Mach and Fhirdiad are quite far apart.

Dimitri: It will be hard to get by without them. I've grown very fond of these sessions.

Catherine: Wow, you sure know how to draw out a conversation. Just say what's on your mind!

Dimitri: Please... Return to the capital with me.

Catherine: That's it? "Return to the capital"? Just like that, with no explanation?

Dimitri: You were the one who told me to speak frankly...

Catherine: Yes. I've also told you that I'm devoted to the Knights of Seiros and wouldn't dream of leaving. It'd be one thing if you were asking me to return to my family. Why summon me to the capital?

Dimitri: I just...want to be near you.

Catherine: Oh, please! Don't waste your romantic words on me. Save them for a girl you really like.

Dimitri: I was just saying what I felt.

Catherine: Is that so? Hah! I never imagined that brat with the silly haircut would try to woo me some day.

Dimitri: Do you really still see me as that young prince?

Catherine: You take yourself too seriously. But you're not selfish, even if you are a bit greedy with your sword.

Dimitri: They do say you can tell who a person really is from the way they wield their sword. Maybe it's true.

Catherine: I'll think about coming back to the capital, OK? Some day. But as for now, don't you have something more important to worry about?

Dimitri: Yes... I do.

Catherine: Stop getting distracted by trivialities. Focus on what actually matters. We'll have plenty of time to flirt when the war's over.