Lysithea & Hilda B

Hilda
Ah, found you! Hello, Lysithea.

Lysithea
Uhh, Hilda? What's that box you're holding... It's...making me nervous for some reason.

Hilda
Your big sister Hilda's here, and she's going to make you look all grown-up!

Lysithea
I, uh, don't recall ever asking you to—

Hilda
That's right, I knew exactly what you needed! You didn't have to ask. Now, take a seat!

Hilda
With makeup, you can't just pick your favorite colors. You must choose colors that suit you and the occasion.

Hilda
If you'll be up close and personal—if you're going to a ball, for example—you want to keep it subtle.

Hilda
On the other hand, if you're going to be onstage, the colors should be overt.

Lysithea
Uh... I've never used makeup before. It sounds...complicated.

Hilda
Let's put up your hair to show off your neck. But we'll leave a few strands hanging, to make you look more vulnerable.

Lysithea
Why would I want to appear vulnerable? I don't want to be attacked!

Hilda
This is for wooing, not warring. When you're older, you might understand the importance of looking a little vulnerable.

Lysithea
Ugh. You're treating me like a child... But I guess it's mostly harmless.

Hilda
Now, when you're standing, put your non-dominant foot a step back. It looks more elegant.

Hilda
When sitting, don't lean back, but don't slouch either. And ensure at all times, you're gracefully extending your fingers.

Lysithea
Gracefully...extending... Argh. Suddenly standing and sitting are an exhausting activity!

Lysithea
Hilda, that's enough. This is wearing me out.

Hilda
I knew you had potential! You'll go far, my darling.

Hilda
A couple of years to develop your charms, and no girl will outmatch you!

Lysithea
I'm not sure I'm cut out for this type of thing.

Hilda
Oh, believe me, you are. With a little help from me, you'll have men falling at your feet!

Lysithea
No, thanks. You're more suited to such things. I'll leave it to you.

Lysithea
I haven't the time or the energy to fuss over how I'm perceived.

Lysithea
Even with my best efforts, I'll never be as good at this as you are.

Lysithea
Still, this was rather fun. Thank you, Hilda.

Hilda
She really is brimming with untapped potential.

Hilda
When she smiles like that, wow! Even my heart skips a beat.