[On the grounds that Asbel is too busy choking, Richard feels the need to intervene. Crowned in wisterias courtesy of Asbel and holding a few roses in hand, he kindly steps in while his best friend dies slowly in the background.]

Had Asbel described the lady for whom he is intended, he would have been handed more flowers than this. For one such as our precious angel of joy, nothing short of the entire royal gardens could be a suitable tribute. The lady in question is gracious, kind, beloved by all, and in possession of such resolve and strength of character that there is no doubt all her desires will be fulfilled. She is cherished by all those she knows, and she has a most pleasant singing voice that would comfort anyone through any troubles. Indeed, even her presence is a comfort, for her loveliness is in all her being, and none who meet her are unaffected by it. All across Ephinea, our most invaluable Cheria Barnes is praised as an angel of goodwill.