In the Witcher 3's "Ashen Marriage" quest, set in Novigrad, Geralt assists Triss Merigold and her fiancé, Castello, with wedding preparations. His tasks include monster extermination in the canals, procuring alcohol, and selecting a wedding gift for Triss. The gift's significance impacts Triss's response; a memory rose, a callback to Witcher 2, evokes a strong emotional reaction, while less sentimental gifts are met with less enthusiasm.
However, a surprising revelation from Dijkstra exposes Castello's connection to witch hunters, casting doubt on his intentions. The truth emerges: Castello is coerced by the hunters, who threaten to expose a secret about his daughter from a previous marriage.
Geralt has the option of revealing this information to Triss, either privately or with Castello present. Regardless, the wedding is called off. Triss's reaction varies depending on the disclosure method, ranging from disappointment to gratitude for his honesty, ultimately concluding that the marriage was premature.
This plot development presented an opportunity to enrich Geralt and Triss's dynamic and further develop supporting characters.