Daria's Tavern Romance
Description
DescriptionA sweet, uncomplicated attraction blooms between Daria and Helga Redbane, the dwarf proprietor of the Red Bane Inn. Helga lights up when Daria enters her establishment, invites her to help during the Day of Tarnishing festival, and makes clear she'd like to spend evenings together 'without Vixia and Mesmer.' Daria, still technically married under sea elf customs but long separated from her spouse, finds herself flattered by the attention and winks back with genuine interest. Unlike the political machinations surrounding Caelum's courtship or the shadow-haunted complications of Daria's past relationship with Ladanis, this potential romance offers something rare: simplicity and mutual attraction without conspiracy or consequence.
Timeline
Hearts Unguarded
Helga makes her interest in Daria clear through multiple invitations and suggestions of spending time together. Daria responds positively, revealing she finds it ego-boosting to be liked and admits her complicated marital status. The two flirt openly.