In the Witcher 3 quest, "Ashen Marriage," Geralt assists Triss Merigold and her fiancé, Castello, in their hasty wedding preparations in Novigrad. His tasks include ridding the canals of monsters, 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 powerful emotional reaction, unlike more mundane presents.

However, a shocking revelation from Dijkstra exposes Edmund's connection to witch hunters, casting doubt on his intentions. The nobleman is revealed to be under duress, blackmailed into the marriage to protect his daughter's secret from a previous relationship.

Geralt can choose to reveal this truth to Triss, either alone or with Edmund. Regardless, the wedding is called off. Triss's reaction varies depending on the revelation's delivery, ranging from disappointment to gratitude for honesty, ultimately concluding that the marriage was premature.

This unexpected plot development offered a chance to enrich Geralt and Triss's dynamic, and further develop supporting characters.