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Will be filled with ramblings & reblogs...maybe a few haikus here & there...
The title is referring to the lack of voices & can be considered a nice quiet place for one to go to, not implying the blog will be empty and/or desserted...
Honourable mentions of my favs yet to come:
(My image of Rubedo's hairstyle whenever I talk about him [susbedo art by sapphrixrain on twt])
(also still waiting on my deacon dahlia) He finally escaped the basement! Now to see if I can get my playable Subject 2...
He's beautiful ｡ﾟ(TヮT)ﾟ｡
He will live in my heart (& writing) forever! 😭😭😭 I will continue loving him regardless! (Made this chibi in honour of him 😔)
Honourable mentions of my emotional support archon along side my first (5*, caught my fancy, got me interested in the game, main, carry, etc.)(dayum just realised he's a lot of my firsts lol):
[ I have an AO3 account now... It's a mess & still in the works of cross-posting though... Oh, & only users with accounts can read them, bc I heard you'll get less bots that way... ]
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[c/w: quiet timid reader, reader has an older brother]
Illuga had the day off today, and you had both agreed to go to town together. To spend time along with getting one or two errands done. Like shopping for food and household supplies.
At one point, while he was focusing on comparing two items, you couldn't help remember the times when you both were younger. You had always been a timid person, way more as a kid. To the point you were always clinging to your brother, if not you were somewhere in a quiet corner with your favourite fairytale book and refused to join the other kids. Illuga had been the only one patient enough and stubborn determined enough to keep trying to befriend you.
Always inviting you with him, taking you along so you wouldn't be alone, and sooner or later you've become inseparable. Always hand in hand as Illuga has you in tow, at least your brother was relieved you've made a friend. Back then, you had always had a tight grip on Illuga's hand even for something as simple as walking around. Your grip only tightens further when you're farther from home.
Then you realised, you weren't sure at what point did you both stopped holding hands. Perhaps when he had started training more? As you both grew up, he becomes increasingly busy moreso after joining the Lightkeepers. Soon you don't even see him that oft he once he became a captain of his own unit...
You also don't remember when you had accepted the change. Of course you're still close, always meeting up with each other when time permitted. But there's also a noticeable distance now. Something you can't properly explain what it was.
Your focus suddenly shifted to his now free hand, the other still holding onto the bag with items they had bought earlier. There's suddenly a tug at your chest, what did his hand felt like again? When was the last time they held hands? Before you knew it, your thoughts had taken over entirely...
Illuga jumped slightly at the sudden contact, a light bump to the back of his hand. His body moved before he could even process it, his hand immediately holding onto yours like he always have back when they were younger...
The warmth of your palm against him felt both familiar yet also new for some reason. It felt different from back then, maybe he feels a little tingly too. Huh? Thinking about it now, when was the last time he had held your hand again?
Wait...he's holding your hand...
"Ah! My apologies! I did that without thinking!"
He was quick to apologise, not wanting you to feel uncomfortable despite being a little flustered himself at his own spontaneously bold action.
You shook your head, trying to reassure him with a gentle squeeze even, "I don't mind...it's...been awhile since we've done this huh?"
"Yeah...it has..."
"...This is nice"
"I...think so too..."
You both ended up spending the rest of the day hand in hand like the older days. Yet neither of you could tell why your hearts beat so frantically in your chests, or why your cheeks felt so warm. And looking at each other somehow had you both feeling shy...
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Bonus;
Your brother: *Sigh* Here I thought those two finally got together...
Nikita: Hahaha... They'll figure it out eventually...
You weren't sure how long you've been unconscious for. All you know is when you had started stirring awake, you heard voices. Though you couldn't understand a word they were saying. Some sort of foreign language? Did foreigners find you? How'd you even get there?? Where were you???
"They're waking up..."
"Well no duh! Even I can tell that much!"
Blinking away the blurriness, your gaze was met with a rocky cave like ceiling. Perhaps you were in one, judging from the sound of dripping water and slight splashing in the background. You turned to where you had heard the voices from before.
A creature you've never seen floating next to a handsome shirtless man. He had strange markings on his skin, his lower body still submerged in the water as he looked at you curiously, yet still cautious.
Now that you think about it, you do feel cold. Did you drown? Did he save you? Is that why you were here? You don't remember much...but your clothes were wet so you definitely were in the water prior to this.
"Are you okay?"
The man spoke gently, but you had no idea what he was saying. All you could do was look at him confused, while also still trying to gather your bearings.
"Idiot! Humans can't understand you!"
"Then you say something, you understand them just fine"
"Ha! Why should I huh? What would I even get in return for talking to a lowly human!"
The two continued bickering, or at least you're assuming they are by how loud the floating creature was. And it was only as you sat up slowly did you get a better look at your saviour. A startled gasp leave your lips as you realise instead of a pair of legs, the man's lower body only consisted of a tail. Some sort of fish tail...
Your action was spontaneous as you scooted back trying to put distance between you and the strangers. Only making them confused.
"N-No way... You're...A-Are you a mermaid? Mer...man? I t-thought those were fairytales..."
"What? What is it? What are they saying? They look terrified"
"Ahaha! These humans are always so foolish! They think your kind doesn't exist!"
"Then tell them we're not trying to hurt them. And they shouldn't move too much the wound on them is still fresh the medicine hasn't taken full effect yet"
"Ugh! Fine! But you owe me big time Kinich!"
"You there, foolish human! My minion says not to move so much or your wound is going to reopen! Now be grateful that The Great and Mighty Ajaw has been kind enough to bless you with his grace!"
Another gasp left you as the creature spoke to you, this time in a language you knew all too well, "I-I can understand you!"
"Pfft! You think something as human language is so special? Don't make me laugh! Only this one can't understand you!"
Huh? Wait a second, didn't he say he was The Great Almighty Ajaw just now too? The ones from those books you've read growing up??
"T-The Great Ajaw, you mean like the serpent?"
"GRAAHH! INSOLENT LAND DWELLER! IT'S DRAGON! DO I LOOK LIKE A MERE SERPENT TO YOU?!"
"Ajaw"
"What?!"
You're not sure what they were talking about next after the man spoke up again. The creature had went back to talking in the strange language you could only assume was merpeople language. There was a lot of yelling from this self claimed 'Ajaw', but his companion seemed rather calm while responding. You had no choice but to sit there awkwardly, and at a lost. So many questions in your head, even as you try your best to recall what happened before you had fallen unconscious.
"You! Come here!"
Ajaw had suddenly addressed you once more, both their gaze on you now after their heated discussion.
"Did you not hear me? Come here! We need to do a ritual since this idiot insists on talking to you himself!"
"R-Ritual?", now you're starting to feel even more uneasy.
"Just hurry it up! It won't take long!", Ajaw barked at you, just as the merman propped himself out of the water to sit properly on the cave floor. Perhaps for this ritual.
But you can't help but feel more intimidated now. Though you were curious being able to see more of him, his tail was beautiful yet now he just seemed a bit bigger (longer?) with his tail out. He still had the illusion of looking like an ordinary human when his lower half was still submerged in water, but now...
"Hey! I ain't got all day!"
You weren't sure what you were supposed to do once you sat closer to the merman. Your eyes avoiding his from nervousness, and even if you tried to listen you still couldn't understand what Ajaw was telling him just before the ritual.
"Now just stay put!", Ajaw instructed.
Following his words you stayed rooted on your spot, gradually getting more anxious as you felt the merman scoot closer to you and--
"Mmph!"
Before you know it, you feel lips pressed against yours gently. Your brain blanked out even after the merman had pulled back, not even registering Ajaw was speaking until you heard the man's voice talking to you. Fully understanding him now.
"Can you understand me?"
Another surprise was not helping you registering things any better, all you could do was nod owlishly.
"That's good, the ritual worked then"
"Of course it worked! It told you it would!"
The man completely ignored Ajaw, instead focusing his attention on you now he was able to communicate properly.
"I am Kinich, and I apologise for whatever it is Ajaw had said to you earlier. We found you near a wreckage. Humans don't usually go to those parts of the water, so we don't know how you got there. I'm sure you're confused about everything, but it's best we go through things one by one. I'll answer you as best as I can...and tell me if you're still hurting. I've never treated a human before, so I'm unsure if the medicine is compatible but I'll do my best"
You were starting to feel lightheaded again...there seems to be a lot that needs to be talked about but you're having a little difficulty trying to keep up...
Being completely honest...I'm not looking forward to the shooting part of snezhnaya...it looks cool and all but I've never been a fan of shooting games & I suck at them, to the point of I'm sure even if Lohen himself taught me (i can see the disappointment in his eyes rn), heck even chev & chlorinde or any other shooters in game taught me, they would all be collectively disappointed... That goes for bow characters too by extension, it's my least favourite weapon purely bc i suck at aiming and shooting especially while moving... I hv to stand still otherwise I'd hit jacksh*t 😭😭... The only exception i ever pull for (or use) bow users is bc i rly love/like them (points at lyney, venti, sethos, tighnari)
It might be too early bc in stream they did say it won't be too hard for ppl who don't play fps to get used to it, but i saw ppl who got early access playing it & I AM VERY INTIMIDATED by it...
Forgive me vice captain Lohen of the range company but this one can't even hold a gun or bow properly (doesn't help that irl i also have slightly shaky hands)
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Being completely honest...I'm not looking forward to the shooting part of snezhnaya...it looks cool and all but I've never been a fan of shooting games & I suck at them, to the point of I'm sure even if Lohen himself taught me (i can see the disappointment in his eyes rn), heck even chev & chlorinde or any other shooters in game taught me, they would all be collectively disappointed... That goes for bow characters too by extension, it's my least favourite weapon purely bc i suck at aiming and shooting especially while moving... I hv to stand still otherwise I'd hit jacksh*t 😭😭... The only exception i ever pull for (or use) bow users is bc i rly love/like them (points at lyney, venti, sethos, tighnari)
It might be too early bc in stream they did say it won't be too hard for ppl who don't play fps to get used to it, but i saw ppl who got early access playing it & I AM VERY INTIMIDATED by it...
Forgive me vice captain Lohen of the range company but this one can't even hold a gun or bow properly (doesn't help that irl i also have slightly shaky hands)
[c/w: Using Kunikuzushi as Wanderer's name here, I was already half way when I realised I had also written this in a modern au...]
A yawn left his lips, before propping his chin back onto his palm, sitting idly at the counter. His gaze move towards the huge glass window near the entrance door, raindrops pitter pattering adding to the gentle background music within the cafe.
It was a slow day, not many customers had came in. And the ones that did were only few and easy enough to handle. Perhaps only a few coffee refills every now and then. Adding more pastries when they felt peckish. Patrons were either enjoying some quiet time on their own, or working, or studying even.
Which immediately made Kunikuzushi's gaze return to the inside of the cafe, at a specific table near the back corner where it was quieter when it was a usual day. He can only think it's even more peaceful on days like this.
You were a regular there at the cafe, coming in on most days to grab your usual go-to drink. It's only on some occasions you'd order something else, or something stronger when you're busy studying. Like today.
You had came in just before the rain started, and Kunikuzushi had just started his shift an hour prior. He had already started on your drink before the order even came in. From the amount of books you were carrying, he guessed you were going to have another solo study session. And when your order came in, he had guessed it right.
It had been an hour and a half since then. And he was starting to get sleepy, not only from the cool rain outside but also lack of drinks he had to make. He even had his own cup of coffee next to him to keep him awake. Just as another yawn passed his lips, you had already stood from your seat moving towards the counter. Another drink ordered, and a couple of pastries before you went to the bathroom.
It was about time you took a break, he thought.
Two more hours passed, and the rain still hadn't let up. His boss didn't allow him to scroll on his phone during work hours, but apparently reading a book was fine. So he ended up reading something out of boredom, only stopping when someone came in to shield from the rain or those already there wanted another drink.
It was after he rang up another customer did his eyes catch your seated form once more. Unlike earlier, you seemed to be upset. A frown on your lips, brows furrowed and a hand now tousling your hair in no doubt frustration. Must have been a subject you didn't particularly like.
He gave the cafe a once over, Nahida had just went to the back to check on inventory and there wasn't much to do. A few aimless taps of his finger on the counter before a sigh left his lips, and he finds himself making another drink. Eyes glancing at you every now and then.
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"I'll be taking these away..."
Your attention immediately shifted from your notes up to the low and quiet voice from your side. The usual barista you see on most days, had pointed towards the empty plates and cups from hours ago.
"O-Oh, of course. Thank you very much..."
You let him take the used plates and cups quietly, only to be confused when he had set down a freshly made hot beverage and a plate of your favourite pastry.
"I didn't order these..."
"It's on the house", he said simply, waving off the confused expression you gave him.
"Oh! Then can you thank your boss for me?"
He gave you a pointed look, for a second he almost seemed offended.
"Nahida went to the back awhile ago", he had scoffed.
You knew he can be a little um...rough...sometimes, but never really to a point customers ever complain about it. His service was always good too, never getting an order wrong and quick to attend to patrons even though he didn't look like it. But you couldn't help but feel he's just a tad bit upset right now.
"You got number four and nine wrong by the way", he had suddenly say before you could utter an apology.
"Huh?"
Your gaze immediately snapped down to your work sheet, reading back the questions. When you look back up, he was already walking towards the back.
"W-Wait...how did you..."
Another scoff, barely turning to look at you before he answered, "Social science students should be ashamed if they don't even know something that simple"
Instead of looking dumbfounded like he had assumed, you seem to perk up at his words. A hopeful look quickly taking over your face, "Um, I know I shouldn't bother you at work...b-but I've been having some trouble with this particular subject..."
Your voice grew quieter with each word. Perhaps you're realizing it was a silly request to ask from someone you barely knew. Sure you came by often, but you two didn't quite talk as often as you do with Nahida...
"So you do know better"
Your shoulders immediately slump at his words. Taking it as a 'no', and dreading having to read through your book again when you still didn't get it the several attempts before.
"My break is in an hour. Think you can survive that long?"
Now he gets the baffled look from you.
"Y-Yes! Absolutely! Thank you so much!"
"Mm, no big deal", he tried to wave it off, about to continue his way to the back.
"I mean it! A-And the coffee and treats too! Sorry I thought it was from Nahida... Um, you're Kunikuzushi right?"
"...Yeah yeah, whatever. I said it wasn't a big deal, so pipe it"
He quickly moved to the kitchen before you could say anything more. And was it just you or did you see his ears turn red just now??
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Bonus;
"Oh my, did you just made a new friend? That's great!"
"Don't even start. And how in the world did you see that? You were at the back this whole time!"
He wasn't expecting today to be anything eventful. Although he considered this somewhat a norm for him with the life he's living, Albedo still assumed it wouldn't be too much trouble. His guard is always up, and he's always aware of his surroundings even when he seems to be deep in thought.
But when he was in the middle of thanking you for letting him get a few books for his research, just before you had to close up for the night, Albedo did not have prior plans to pull out his gun and point it at you.
Let alone having to pull the trigger.
He had immediately caught you when your legs instantly gave out. He feels immense guilt for putting such a terrified look on your face, and for scaring you. But Albedo had no choice but to act first, or the man now dead on the pavement could've done way worst. Just a glimpse at a particular pin on the man's jacket was enough to tell him it was one of those ruthless fellas from an enemy group. The ones that don't mind disposing innocent people for their own gain.
"My apologies...I had no time to warn you...", he says sincerely. Tone soft and gentle as to not rattle you more than he already has.
He's quick to drape his coat over your shoulders, moving you away from the body a few feet behind you. He made sure you didn't even get a glimpse. He didn't want such a sight haunting you tonight or for however long it would've taken for you to get over it. Though he's sure it'll be awhile until you can get over this event any time soon either. Not to mention you might not be able to look at him the same ever again. He won't just be a regular customer to you anymore, he fears.
You were merely an innocent civilian, minding their own business. Something unsightly shouldn't taint your thoughts. And now he needs to make sure there are several men stationed around the bookstore, and perhaps your home, or general vicinity to ensure your safety. You were targeted once, Albedo can't let it happen again.
He watches carefully as you still trembled within his grasp, clutching his coat for dear life as he quickly gives out orders into his phone. He needed to report this to his higher up too, but he'll do that later. You were more important currently.
For now he had to ensure you were okay. Calm you down, and figure out how to explain why he had killed a man without hesitation. Being apart of the mafia isn't exactly news people would just accept so lightly...especially not after thinking they were about to get shot.
He really had to make it up to you big time. The last thing he wanted was for you to hate him. Not to mention, there also goes his chance to ask you out for coffee like he had originally planned...
[a/n: ik technically I made one with wanderer on day 3 but that's bc I was so focused on writing it i didn't think about the actual modern au prompt itself... But also no one said i couldn't!....alright fine I'm lying for some reason i forgot cafes and coffee existed in game but somehow still remembered wanderer likes coffee... Don't ask bc genuinely idk how myself 🗿 ]
"I'm upset", you had merely texted Kazuha while squeezing a white cat plush he had won for you a week ago from a crane game.
"I'm sorry dove... Could you tell me what I did?", a small smile made its way to your lips at his immediate reply.
Always so sweet... He hadn't even done anything and he was already apologising. But you also feel bad now for making him think that way. You should've worded your text better.
"Sorry, that came out wrong. It's not you Kazu..."
"I'm relieved to hear that then. Have your jacket ready, I'll be there in 10 minutes..."
Your heart skipped a beat and had you immediately perk up slightly at that. Seeing him always did make you feel better. You were only hoping for a call, since his voice always calmed you down. But the prospect of him being there with you definitely was infinitely better.
So you had grabbed your jacket as told, freshen up a little just before he got to your place. And not too long after, the familiar sound of his motorcycle horn was heard. Followed by his text informing you he was already outside.
Your sour mood from before was quickly forgotten as you quickly made your way out. Right at the curb waiting patiently for you on his bike, helmet resting on his thigh was Kazuha. A charming smile thrown your way as soon as he noticed you.
He gets off easily, putting the helmet aside before greeting you with a sweet kiss to your lips, "Happy to see you this fine evening my maple leaf..."
"Mm... Always such a smooth talker aren't you?", you held onto him a little longer, arms wrapped around his torso as soon as he leaned into that kiss. Just holding him was already lifting your mood a lot. He easily has that effect on you...
"It's not smooth talking when it's true my love. I'm the happiest when I have you by my side", another kiss but this time to your forehead as he held you closer. Knowing well you needed the embrace right now.
Ah... You swear the words coming from him would be the end of you one day....
"Whenever you're ready to go, just tell me alright?"
"Where are we going?", you can't help but ask.
"You'll see~"
Kazuha easily helped you onto his bike once he made sure you were all bundled up, and the helmet matching his was secure on your head.
"Hold on tight dove"
You didn't need to be told twice, it was your favourite part after all.
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"The beach?"
"I thought the sound of waves would help. Not only that, the sky is clear tonight so we could also do a little stargazing...and only if you want to, you can tell me all about what had you upset..."
God you love this man so much.
"And as do I you. I love you with all my heart..."
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"...Um...What exactly are you doing?", Illuga's voice breaks the once peaceful silence.
He had the weekend off and decided to stay over in the teapot, hoping to spend time with you as well. Though he did have to bring a few papers with him that needed quick reviewing, so he sat in the living room intending to finish it within the afternoon.
However...
"What do you mean Illu?"
Your answer was innocent, genuinely not understanding what he was implying. You had offered to sit with him, and also wanted his company albeit not wanting to interrupt his work.
Hence, you made do with wrapping your arms around his shoulders from behind. No conversation, you were content enough just holding him, sometimes rubbing your face against his fluffy hair as you claimed. And he didn't mind it either.
What he wasn't expecting was an additional weight coming not long after. The person had kept quiet as well after he had sneakily wrapped his arms around your torso. Unbashedly, this person also leaned himself against you who was already leaning against Illuga.
At this point, it was a little difficult trying to focus on the words written on the papers. Mostly because he's trying to understand what is happening right now.
"Yeah, whatever do you mean 'Illu~' "
Illuga knows that voice all too well, even the way he says the nickname you gave him in a lighthearted taunt. As if to provoke him more, Lohen further leaned against your back. Adding more of his weight against the poor Light Keeper.
"Ugh... You know exactly what I mean. One person would be fine, but two of you like this...instead of the paperwork, it's your combined weight that's heavy on my shoulders right now...", he grunted.
"As much as I want lovely here all to myself. I'm not just going to disrupt her when she's all comfy here~"
"You're definitely doing it on purpose..."
"We can go if we're bothering you..."
Illuga let's out a sigh at your voice, a hand going to your arm that was slowly loosening around his shoulders. Stopping you from moving away.
"I didn't say you were bothering me..."
"Sap"
"Say that to my face when you're not clinging to her"
"Never said I wasn't smitten myself"
In the end, he had to attempt finishing the paperwork with you clinging to him, while Lohen clung to you...
Bonus;
According to Tighnari and Albedo he'd get used to it at some point, because it seems it had happened a few times already. That being said some of the examples are;
Illuga <-You <-Lohen (reference)
Tighnari <-You <-Cyno
Wanderer <-You <-Sethos
Kazuha <-You <-Heizou
....and etc. There are others but you get the gist of it right? Fufufu...
[c/w: well as written above it's yandere au...ikyk what happens in these kind of situations...this could also be bad so apologies...]
"Cyno..."
He immediately looks up from his TCG cards at the sound of your shaky voice. There was no need for words, the look on your face was enough to have him pull you into an embrace. How couldn't he when you were on the brink of tears?
"I'm here... No need to tell me anything if you don't want to..."
Cyno moves the both of you to sit down, well more of you leaning against his chest. No longer able to hold in the tears. He let you sob against him, holding you tight and even rocking you slightly as your cries slowly calmed down once you've let it all out.
His hand rubs soothingly up and down your back, patiently waiting until you were ready to speak, or move for that matter.
"I'm sorry..."
"There's no need to apologise. I've told you, you can come to me when you need me. And I intend to keep that promise..."
"Thank you..."
"Do you want to talk about it?"
He watches you carefully as you contemplated whether to say anything or not. His hand continues its soothing motion as if to reassure you further.
"You don't have to if you don't want to you know... I won't force you, I just want you to know you can always tell me anything..."
It didn't take long for you to finally tell him. About your very bad day...how the new staff at Puspa Cafe for some reason always had some beef with you whenever you go there, or the fact the merchant you had an agreement with to buy some materials ended up selling them for a higher price to someone else and now you'd have to wait until the next batch comes in, there was also those two Akademiya students you overheard talking badly about you and Cyno behind your backs...
Basically your day had been terrible and you can't help but feel frustrated and upset at everything that has been going wrong today. Upon seeing him at home, you couldn't help but just want some comfort and being with him always made things better.
He listens to every word carefully taking in and noting every information he could get.
"You mean the staff that started working there two weeks ago? And the merchant you've been working with for the past month?"
"Yeah... Apparently that staff is the owner's niece. But for some reason she treats everyone just fine, but she always gives me something I've never ordered and get snarky with me for no reason...a-and that merchant! How could he! We had an agreement, yet he just sold it all off to someone else like it's nothing! Without even discussing with me prior! He even told me to leave a deposit this time so he'll try to get the next batch to me as soon as possible!"
You continue to vent about a few other things that had happened, glad that you had someone to listen to you and not make you feel any more terrible than you already are. Unaware of how the light in Cyno's eyes had disappeared the more you reveal to him.
By the time you had finished, and Cyno had cheered you up with food, affection, and of course some of his jokes. You were out like a light next to him in bed. All the crying and what you've been through taking a toll on you. It's only a little later, when he's sure you're deep in sleep that he slips out the house quietly...
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Throughout the week, your troubles seemed to disappear just like that. You hadn't gone out for two days, not wanting to deal with anyone just yet. But by the time you went out again, the merchant you've told Cyno about was no longer there. His stall now completely occupied by someone else, and when asked around, apparently the merchant had been involved with some illegal business and his entire stall had been uprooted the next day. Even his house was left empty.
Not only that, you no longer dreaded going to your favourite cafe. Though you do feel a little bad about what happened to the new staff despite her being terrible towards you, but according to others an accident happened that had ended up with her losing a few fingers... No one knows the full story, but just listening to it gives you goosebumps. All you know is that she was sent back home to recover, and won't be able to work there anymore.
You've also gotten the materials you needed before, courtesy of Cyno himself. He told you he had found someone with the things you needed and immediately got them for you. And to 'celebrate' as Cyno claims, he wanted to treat to a nice meal.
Just as you and Cyno were about to head to Lambad's Tavern, you heard two passing Corps Thirty mercenaries talking about two Akademiya students that had recently gone missing...
Was it just you or has there been a lot going on these past week alone?
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[c/w: yes i chose royalty!reader & personal guard!xiao for this... It's still fantasy you know... & I'm guilty of loving this troupe too much with xiao xiao... 🙈]
When Xiao had returned from his briefing with the new soldier recruits, he was not expecting to be greeted with a nervous maid along the hallways. He watched her fidget with her apron before shakily speaking to him.
"S-Sir Xiao...Y-Your Highness is um..."
He can already tell from that alone. When any of the servants come to him looking this anxious, it would always involve you...and your tendency to go into hiding, thus giving the Royal household a heart attack. And only he is ever able to locate you.
"Understood. I'll go search for them"
He immediately turned on his heels already making his way to the spot you would usually go to at this hour. If you weren't at this one, there were still quite a few hideouts of yours he could check. Only he knew them after all.
And just as he had thought, there you were in your hidden corner seated on a picnic blanket, book in hand and an oddly prepared picnic basket next to you.
"You're finally here...", you were quick to notice him, gingerly placing the book down and smiling at him warmly.
"Come sit with me"
He doesn't refuse, and careful sat on the other edge of the blanket as you calmly pull out everything you had packed in the basket. Tea, biscuits, treats...
"You lured me out here on purpose Your Highness"
It wasn't a question but a statement. The grin on your face only further proved his words true. But Xiao doesn't comment on it further.
"That maid has a knack for acting I tell you. Besides, you're on your break right? Your guard duties don't resume until after dusk"
"My duty as your personal guard has no rest, Your Highness. Your safety is of utmost importance, and takes priority"
"Yes, and so does my Royal Guard's well being and health. Even on your rare day off, you had still went to brief the new recruits earlier"
You had huffed despite gently handing him a cup of tea, and moving closer to sit next to him before placing a plate of treats in front of him.
"Well I was asked to"
"There were others who could do it Sir Xiao, and you know it"
Another huff, and he wasn't able to say more when you had popped a biscuit into his mouth. He had no choice but to chew compliantly as you continued your gentle scolding.
"Since you're adamant on not resting properly, I had to take matters into my own hand. We'll spend the rest of the day here, I've already packed all that's necessary in the basket. And no worries about the others, I've told the head maid that I'll be with you"
"There was no need to go to such lengths..."
"Of course there is. My beloved guard tends to overwork himself"
"Ahem...please don't say such things so casually..."
He's quick to clear his throat, avoiding your gaze as he picked up the cup of tea again. Attempting to hide his flustered expression with the excuse of drinking.
"Why not? It's just us, only we know this place, so no one will hear..."
The tips of his ear grows redder as he feels you scoot closer, and proceeded to lay your head comfortably against his shoulder. A content sigh leaving you, as if just being with him brings you great comfort. Which you've claimed plenty of times that it did.
"It's just...improper...", he says carefully.
"Improper? Should I kiss you and remind you just how much more 'improper' we've been before?"
"...My apologies, please have mercy on me Your Highness...", he should've known he couldn't win against you.
Lohen - Struggle All You Want
Is the blood on his cheek from Lumine's nosebleed, or is it his prey's? I suppose we'll never know~ (●'◡'●)
Waiting for your rerun to max you out... I already miss you dearly (┬﹏┬)
