Pretty in Peaches

is a Quest in Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn.
==Journal==
* Little Ladies' Day has come to Eorzea once again, and after speaking with the royal seneschal, you agree to join his quest to see that no young woman goes without a smile on her face. Lady Aldiytha of House Thorne, ever a proponent of this special day, appears to know just where to start. She tells you of a downcast Lalafell with flaxen hair, whom she spied among the festive crowds, and enlists your aid in finding her. Hurry to Emerald Avenue, that you might find this troubled soul and set her heart at ease.
※Please note that you will be unable to complete this quest after the seasonal event has ended. For details, please check the Lodestone.
* One of Ul'dah's citizens informs you that he spotted a Lalafell with flaxen hair just moments before you spoke with him. He recalls her despondent air, which stood out against the cheerful crowds around her. He says she plodded off towards the Sapphire Avenue Exchange. Continue following her trail of sorrow.
* The next citizen you speak with tells a familiar story: she caught sight of a forlorn young Lalafell trudging through Ul'dah, this time in the direction of the Gold Court.
* Once again you find yourself a step behind, as a bystander tells you of the girl he saw ascending to the Hustings Strip. However, an end may be near, as he surmises that the girl is likely a patient at Frondale's Phrontistery, which is but a short distance from your present location.
* Near the entrance to Frondale's Phrontistery you finally find the young Lalafell. Although she is frightened at first, the girl calms after Aldiytha explains your purpose. The girl introduces herself as Momoru, and relates to you the tragic tale of her friend Lorie, who had planned to celebrate Little Ladies' Day with Momoru but was forced to stay inside the Phrontistery after a sudden onset of her illness. Lady Aldiytha is moved by Lorie's plight, and proposes bringing the merriment to Lorie and the other children in the ward. Momoru's spirits brighten upon hearing the idea, but first you must obtain permission from Damielliot, director of the Phrontistery.
* You have arrived at Frondale's Phrontistery, and must now seek out Damielliot. Speak with the Phrontistery alchemist to enter the children's ward.
* Damielliot readily agrees to bring the celebrations to the Phrontistery, and hatches a plan to shift the timing of the children's scheduled examinations so that you and the others have ample time to acquire decorations and furnish the ward. He asks you to summon each of the children to the examination room while he makes the necessary preparations.
* The children─although somewhat unwillingly─make their way to the examination room, leaving the ward unoccupied save for Damielliot and the others, who make plans to acquire the necessary decorations. In the meantime, you have been tasked with inviting a certain guildmaster to the ward. Momoru is ready to depart to the Weavers' Guild to seek an audience with Redolent Rose.
* Momoru tells you of the long nights Lorie has spent fawning over Redolent Rose's designs and thread work, and hopes that a visit from him will serve to improve her friend's condition more than any medicine ever could. Eager to meet the guildmaster in the flesh, she hurries to the Weavers' Guild, bidding you to follow.
* Redolent Rose, ever willing to foster the interest of budding weavers, agrees to speak with Lorie without hesitation. He will meet you at Frondale's Phrontistery after first taking care of some pressing matters.
* You return to the Phrontistery to see it adorned with trimmings whose grandeur rivals that of a peach tree in full bloom. Speak with everyone gathered before starting the party in earnest.
* Not long after you arrive, Redolent Rose follows, and Lorie is surprised as she is delighted to see her idol in the flesh. Lady Aldiytha presents the other children with gifts: hair ornaments made with peach blossoms, which are said to ward off sickness. She also presents Damielliot with a monocle, in homage to the royal physician whom the sultan sent to care for his princess so many Little Ladies' Days ago. The party is off to a great start, and it is time to mingle.
* Momoru is a changed Lalafell, and all trace of the sadness which once shrouded her has vanished. She thanks you and welcomes you to return to the children's ward so long as Little Ladies' Day is being observed. Lady Aldiytha, although overjoyed to see the smiles of the children, regretfully informs you that she must return to her manor before her family begins to fuss over her absence. Before departing, however, Aldiytha bids you speak with Damielliot to receive your own special gift.
* Damielliot adds his thanks before presenting your reward: a wreath of peach blossoms and a monocle. Although Little Ladies' Day may eventually come to an end, these mementos will serve to keep its spirit alive and well all year round.
==Objectives==
* Question the residents near the Gate of Nald.
* Question the residents of the Sapphire Avenue Exchange.
* Question the residents of the Gold Court.
* Search for the girl near Scholars' Walk.
* Proceed to Frondale's Phrontistery.
* Speak with Damielliot.
* Speak with the children at Frondale's Phrontistery.
* Speak with Momoru.
* Speak with Redolent Rose.
* Return to Frondale's Phrontistery.
* Proceed to Frondale's Phrontistery.
* Speak with Aldiytha and the others.
* Speak with Damielliot.
==Script==
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Butler 	Oh, as I live and breathe! Is that Madam/Sir [Player Name]!? How long has it been? Truth be told, I had hoped against hope that I might see you on this most resplendent of days.
Butler 	For there is only one woman/man who could make this Little Ladies' Day even more wonderful than the last! The maidens of Eorzea cry out for a seneschal of your caliber to dote upon them.
Butler 	You there! Now there is a strapping young lass/lad if I ever saw one! Doubtless come to join the Little Ladies' Day festivities, I am sure.
Butler 	Hmm? You have not heard of Little Ladies' Day? Well then, as the royal seneschal, allow me to bring you up to speed. On this day, as you might imagine by the name, the little ladies of the realm come first. Those of us with the heart of a gentleman must endeavor to bring smiles to each and every one of their faces.
Butler 	I'm doing my part by overseeing this event, and am seeking the aid of as many magnanimous souls as possible, so that every maiden in this fair city feels as exalted as the sultana herself!
Butler 	Of course, if the satisfaction of good deeds done isn't enticing enough, there are fabulous rewards to be had for any who assist me. What say you? Will you don the mantle of seneschal?
Butler 	I knew from the moment I saw you that you would be eager to serve! You have my thanks for what I'm sure will be a job well done.
Butler 	As for the job itself, it is most elegant in its simplicity. Go forth into the city streets, dressed to impress and with the spirit of the day in your heart.
Butler 	If you should see a young lady in any manner of distress or discontent, approach them as a gentleman would, lending an ear to their plight and a hand to their aid.
Aldiytha 	And I think I know of just such a troubled soul...
Aldiytha 	Oh, it's you! What a pleasant surprise! On this day more than any other, I recall fondly the little adventure we had when last we met. I am overjoyed that you would lend us your attentive hand once again.
Aldiytha 	If you're worried about my condition, I'm pleased to inform you that I am much improved. I have received special permission to come into the city and participate in the festivities.
Aldiytha 	Greetings, adventurer. Or should I say seneschal? I am Aldiytha of House Thorne, here to assist with the day's revelry.
Butler 	Lady Thorne, what fortuitous timing! I was just about to send this noble seneschal out on her/his mission, but it appears you have saved us the trouble of finding a maiden in need.
Aldiytha 	Indeed. While strolling through Emerald Avenue I spied a young girl whose crestfallen expression served as a stark contrast to the merriment around her.
Aldiytha 	I thought to call out to her, but she disappeared in the crowds before I had the chance. We must seek her out, and I believe three sets of eyes would serve better than one.
Aldiytha 	Splendid! I knew one such as you wouldn't stand by while another suffered.
Aldiytha 	I'll take that question as tacit agreement. I knew you'd be eager to assist me.
Aldiytha 	All right, then. Be on the lookout for a Lalafell with flaxen hair. With haste and some luck, we should find her before long.
Butler 	Very well! Let us take to the Emerald Avenue, and bring cheer to this young woman's heart!
Butler 	Lady Aldiytha is the eldest daughter of House Thorne, an old family that even now holds a sterling reputation. She has ever been a stalwart proponent of Little Ladies' Day, and her assistance each year has proven invaluable.
Aldiytha 	That Lalafellin girl couldn't have gone far. Keep an eye out for her distinct flaxen hair.
 	
Cheerfulcitizen03850	Huh? A Lalafell with flaxen hair? Matter of fact, I did see a girl fitting that description just moments ago.
Cheerfulcitizen03850	I remember the look on her face more than anything. Although everyone around her was beaming, she was frowning like someone had just snatched her last lemoncake away. If you mean to follow her, she headed off towards the Sapphire Avenue Exchange.
Cheerfulcitizen03850	Last I saw her, she was headed towards the Sapphire Avenue Exchange. Whatever's eating at her, I hope she finds some way out of the doldrums.
 	
dignified citizen 	Golden hair, you say? A Lalafell, you say? I did see a small figure with vibrant hair cross my path, but it could have just as well been a small child.
dignified citizen 	She was heading towards the Gold Court. Of course, only the Twelve know where she went from there.
dignified citizen 	If you head towards the Gold Court, you may be able to catch up to this person you're searching for.
 	
classy citizen 	Now that you mention it, I think I saw a girl like that not too long ago. She was ascending the steps of the Hustings Strip, although judging by her plodding steps, she was dreading whatever awaited her at the top.
classy citizen 	By her age, I reckon she's a patient at Frondale's Phrontistery. Chances are you could catch her if you left now.
classy citizen 	No one her age has business up there if they aren't a patient at the Phrontistery. If you leave now you might catch her.
 	
Momoru 	Have you been...following me? Why? I don't want any trouble.
Aldiytha 	Trouble? Why, my dear girl, we're here to give you just the opposite!
Aldiytha 	But first, perhaps an introduction and an explanation would allay your fears. I am Aldiytha Thorne, and we're here because it is our duty to see that no young girl walks the streets of this city with their head down.
Momoru 	So that's why you were looking for me. I suppose I should thank you. I'm Momoru, by the way.
Aldiytha 	The pleasure is entirely mine, Miss Momoru. Now, what exactly is troubling you? Tell us, and we shall do all in our power to set things right.
Momoru 	Really? Well...you know Frondale's Phrontistery, right? I'm staying in the children's ward.
Momoru 	You see, they don't let us go outside very often, and things were dreadfully boring. That is, until I met Lorie and we became the best of friends.
Momoru 	We promised each other that we would both get better before Little Ladies' Day, so we could play under the peach blossoms together.
Momoru 	But...but Lorie suddenly got worse! The physicians only gave me permission to leave, and Lorie had to stay behind.
Momoru 	I didn't want to go without her, but I didn't want to miss this chance either. So...so here I am. But it's no fun all by myself.
Aldiytha 	How tragic...my heart breaks to hear her tale.
Aldiytha 	There must be something we can do for them.
Aldiytha 	Hmm? What an odd thing to say. What ever do you mean?
Aldiytha 	<sigh> ...You have the right of it, of course. The physicians surely have good reason to keep little Lorie under their care. Still, we may not be entirely without recourse...
Aldiytha 	Ah! I know! We bring the festival to them! That way they can enjoy the splendor of Little Ladies' Day without stepping foot outside the Phrontistery.
Aldiytha 	We can start by decorating the children's ward with the selfsame trappings which adorn the city.
Aldiytha 	And there is yet more we can do. Perhaps a special guest could be arranged for the children. When we're done, I daresay Frondale's Phrontistery may come to rival Emerald Avenue in its pageantry!
Momoru 	Really? Truly? I can't wait to see the look on Lorie's face when she sees! I just hope Master Damielliot says it's okay.
Momoru 	Would you come with me to the children's ward, pretty please? I'm sure he would listen to you. I'll tell the alchemist at the entrance to expect you!
Alchemist03850 	Momoru could barely contain herself when she told me about you. She's waiting inside the children's ward. Do you wish to enter?
Butler 	Now this is the very essence of Little Ladies' Day! There is no greater deed than to bring smiles to those girls most in need of them!
Aldiytha 	Now, where is this Master Damielliot? I hope he can be convinced of the importance of our mission.
Momoru 	Don't worry, I'm sure he'll agree. You just have to ask nicely!
Staffa03850 	Greetings. If you're here for an examination, you'll have to fill out a form first.
 	
Damielliot 	Ah, now here's a face I did not expect to see today! What brings you to Frondale's Phrontistery? I hope you have not fallen ill.
Damielliot 	An adventurer? What business do you have at Frondale's Phrontistery? If you are ill, you must first fill out a form over there.
Momoru 	Master Damielliot, let me explain!
Damielliot 	...I see. You mean to host a little Little Ladies' Day of sorts. I must say, it sounds like it would bring some sorely needed color to these otherwise drab halls.
Damielliot 	Very well, you have my full support! It would be remiss of me to deny those under my care the most effective medicine of all: joy!
Aldiytha 	If I may, let's keep this a secret from the others for now, shall we? Children do so love surprises.
Damielliot 	Indeed. To that end, I suggest we decorate while the others are absent. There is just one obstacle, however─the sick are not known for their habit of coming and going.
Staffa03850 	But Master Damielliot, have you forgotten? The children are soon to undergo their regular examinations, and will be away for the better part of the day. Would that not be the ideal time to decorate?
Damielliot 	Yes...yes, you are quite right. Excellent thinking. And no one would bat an eye if I were to conduct the examinations slightly earlier than scheduled. [Player Name], could you summon the children to the examination room in my stead?
Aldiytha 	Well, it seems we have the solution to our most pressing concern. I'll begin procuring the necessary trimmings.
Aldiytha 	I also think it would be prudent to provide gifts for the children. No extravagance must be spared on this special occasion. My dear seneschal, can I depend on you to take care of this task?
Momoru 	I know what I can do! Lorie is always talking about Redolent Rose of the Weavers' Guild. I think if we both give him our most winning smiles, he might be convinced to come for a visit!
Momoru 	I say we, because Miss/Mister [Player Name] is coming too! Right?
Damielliot 	Now that we all have our duties, let us attend to them. Time is of the essence.
Damielliot 	With my knowledge of the children's tastes, and Lady Aldiytha's exquisite sense for design, I believe the decorations are in good hands.
Staffa03850 	Godsspeed to you! Part of me wishes I was one of the children, so I could be spared the pain of waiting here in anticipation.
Momoru 	Lorie is the one with red hair, in case you were curious. Once everyone's gone for their examinations, we can go to the Weavers' Guild and Lorie will be none the wiser.
Miqotegirla03850 	Oh, hello there. Are you someone's ma/da?
Hyuranboyb03850 	I haven't seen you before. Are you a new physician?
Lorie 	<sob> Oh, I hope Momoru is having fun out there...
 	
Miqotegirla03850 	Oh, hello there. Are you someone's ma/da?
Miqotegirla03850 	Oh, the examinations!? Already!? I nearly forgot! Thanks for reminding me─I would've caught an earful if I was late again!
Hyuranboyb03850 	I haven't seen you before. Are you a new physician?
Hyuranboyb03850 	What!? Another examination! They already know I'm sick, why do they gotta keep poking and prodding me!? Ugh, well, I suppose I better go.
Lorie 	<sob> Oh, I hope Momoru is having fun out there...
Lorie 	Huh? Who're you?
Lorie 	Oh, another examination already? That bitter medicine they gave me last time didn't help at all. Are they gonna make me drink it again?
Lorie 	I wouldn't mind it if they at least let me go outside. Everyone's probably having so much fun out there... I hope Momoru is too. I'll try to think of her when I'm forcing that poison down my gullet.
Momoru 	Did you speak with everyone? Lorie didn't look too sad, did she?
Momoru 	I suppose it's only natural for her to feel that way. But with a little effort, we'll turn her frown into a smile soon enough!
Momoru 	Now let's be off to the Weavers' Guild to speak with Redolent Rose. Lorie always keeps me up late gushing about his designs!
Momoru 	She just adores weaving, and she's had plenty of time in the Phrontistery to practice. She even made me a lace scarf, and says when she grows up she'll join the guild!
Momoru 	A personal visit from Redolent Rose himself would set her as right as any medicine could. Let's be off!
Momoru 	Oh, it's him... Uh... Hmm... What should I...?
Alchemist03850 	We are terribly busy with the decorations at present. Please return later.
 	
Redolent Rose 	Oh, what do we have here? A little bird has flown into my guild, but is too shy to sing. What, pray tell, could inspire her to grace us with her voice?
Momoru 	Well, you see... I... I...
Momoru 	I... Yes, of course. Thank you!
Momoru 	Master uh...Rose? I have something to ask of you. You see, my dear friend Lorie is very sick, and she has always had a passion for weaving. If you could visit her at Frondale's Phrontistery...
Redolent Rose 	Say no more. A fledgling weaver is in need, and I shall gladly fly to her assistance. The tapestry of this guild's history ever requires new hands to sew it, after all.
Redolent Rose 	Forgive me, but I have some matters I must attend to before leaving. Rest assured, however, that I'll make haste to the children's ward the very moment I am done.
Momoru 	Thank you, thank you!
Momoru 	<sigh> We did it! Truth be told, in all the stories Lorie told me of Master Rose, I imagined him to be a little...littler. Lorie never told me how kind he was, though!
Momoru 	Oh, I don't know if I'll be able to resist telling Lorie that Redolent Rose is visiting the Phrontistery. Promise to stop me if I begin to blurt it out. I hope everyone else is coming along as well as we are!
Redolent Rose 	I didn't scare the girl, did I? I suppose even a figure as graceful as mine can be imposing to a Lalafell.
Alchemist03850 	We've managed to finish decorating, and I must say I am quite pleased with our efforts. Would you like to enter the children's ward?
 	
Momoru 	Wow! Look at this!
Lorie 	So many flowers!
Lorie 	It's so pretty!
Redolent Rose 	I daresay I could not have arranged a more pleasant display myself!
Lorie 	Huh? You're...you're Redolent Rose! Uh...sir.
Redolent Rose 	Indeed I am. And you must be the Lorie whom I have heard so much about.
Lorie 	You...you know my name?
Redolent Rose 	Why, of course I do! I must say I envy you, to have such a devoted friend like little Momoru here.
Redolent Rose 	She also told of your passion for weaving. Is it true you wish to join the guild someday? If so, pray allow me to answer any questions you may have─I would not dream of keeping the tricks of our trade from an aspiring guild member.
Aldiytha 	Now then, if all the little ladies would gather around, I have presents for all of you!
Aldiytha 	Place these peach blossoms in your hair, and become as princesses!
Aldiytha 	Surely you all know the history of this day, when Sultan Baldric would serve as seneschal to a specially chosen girl.
Aldiytha 	These accoutrements have roots in that tradition. One Little Ladies' Day long ago, a young girl beset by illness was chosen as Baldric's princess.
Aldiytha 	Upon learning of her condition, he presented her with a wreath of peach blossoms to wear upon her head, much like the ones you now hold in your hands.
Aldiytha 	Peach blossoms have long been said to ward off ailments of all manner, and some even believe they hold the key to eternal youth. It was with this in mind that the sultan gave his gift.
Aldiytha 	Soon after that, the young woman made a complete recovery, and went on to live a long and fruitful life. Perhaps the legends of the blossoms' properties were true after all.
Aldiytha 	Little ladies─little princesses─keep these always close, and if your sickness should ever seem too much to bear, remember the princess who came before you. As she did, you too shall regain your strength!
Childa03850 	We will, we will! Thank you!
Aldiytha 	Ah, but I didn't forget Master Damielliot. I have something for you as well. Here, wear this.
Damielliot 	Hmm. Like this? Does it suit me?
Aldiytha 	Better than I dared imagine!
Damielliot 	I suppose I should be grateful for that. However, I must admit, I fail to see how this trinket will help.
Aldiytha 	Ah, but I haven't finished the story. The tale doesn't end with peach blossoms, oh no. The sultan also sent a handpicked physician─his very best─to care after his princess. That physician wore a monocle much like this one.
Aldiytha 	I had a feeling that─besides lending an air of authenticity to the day─a monocle would become you. And so, with the help of the seneschal, I endeavored to procure one.
Damielliot 	Your efforts are much appreciated, my lady. I shall do my utmost to honor the example set by this physician, and will not rest until every one of my princesses returns to prime health.
Aldiytha 	I trust you will only impress, Master Damielliot. Would you look at them? Those smiles embody everything beautiful about this day.
Aldiytha 	Master Damielliot, my dear seneschal, I couldn't have achieved this alone. I'm in your debt.
Damielliot 	And let us not forget [Player Name]. You truly are a seneschal among seneschals.
Butler 	Indeed. Any would be hard-pressed to find a more gentlemanly company than the one gathered here. To another successful Little Ladies' Day!
Reauverre 	Master Damielliot told me about everything you did for the girls. Thank you─it's been too long since I've seen everyone in such high spirits!
Reauverre 	It's good to see you again, friend. My ailment still troubles me, but I'm determined not to let it win!
Reauverre 	By the way, Master Damielliot told me of the celebrations you arranged for the girls. Thank you─it's been too long since I've seen everyone in such high spirits!
 	
Momoru 	Lorie and the others will be talking about this for moons to come! We'll keep these in our hair until every one of us is better!
Momoru 	We'll never forget what you all did for us today, I'm sure of it. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
Momoru 	Master Damielliot said you're welcome at the children's ward any time during Little Ladies' Day. Do come visit!
Aldiytha 	Seeing poor Momoru in distress reminded me of that Little Ladies' Day long ago, and of my own struggles with my physical condition. It was clear then what needed to be done.
Aldiytha 	Considering everything had to be arranged at such short notice, I'd say we pulled through splendidly. There was nary a frown to be seen, on both child and adult alike.
Aldiytha 	And now, although it pains me to say it, I must return to my manor. My family tends to fret unreasonably if I'm absent overlong.
Aldiytha 	However, before I go, I do believe there is the matter of your gift. Master Damielliot is keeping it safe for you at my behest. May we meet again soon, adventurer!
Momoru 	Come visit us any time─we'll be waiting!
 	
Damielliot 	I do not believe I have had the opportunity to thank you personally. Your efforts served not only to lift the children's spirits, but the staff's as well.
Damielliot 	Had Lady Aldiytha not already arranged to reward your cooperation, I certainly would have. That being said, these are yours.
Damielliot 	It is not often the children have the chance to meet an adventurer, let alone one so kind as yourself. Pray visit us again while you can.
Quest complete. 	Quest complete.
Category:Little Ladies' Day Events Quests