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'I think I shall settle for remaining ambiguous for now...the less those pesky mortals know of my intentions the better.' They thought to themself as they noticed Venti sprinting out of the cathedral's doors as he was then suddenly assaulted with a beam of ice. Aether followed out soon after and attempted to defend the downed god as two agents grabbed him roughly pushing him to the ground. As Signora made herself known followed by her Cincin Mages a deep frown made its way onto (Y/n)'s face.

Making their translation halo disappear they sank into their shadow appearing behind the two agents pinning their son to the ground. Signora was still mocking Venti about his Gnosis and he still sprouting comebacks, the two unaware of the newest addition. The Cincin mages however noticed the new person and before they could alert both the Harbinger and the agents a voice, or rather voices spoke. "You have one chance to unhand my son and resolve this peacefully before I make you rethink your existence..."

The pyro agent on the left moved to attack before he was suddenly wrapped in darkness and disappeared, the same happening to the other agent. A sigh was heard as Venti made an effort to move to the side. Signora took a defensive stance noticing what happened to her agents and hearing the voice. It took all her will power not to visibly flinch hearing the voice but somehow, she managed. The cincin mages weren't much better as the two had seemingly frozen on the spot with slight trembles overtaking their posture.

"Leave...now" (Y/n) said in a tone that reminded the remain Fatuus of the Tsarista's cold bite, yet this voice, these voices, struck them with more fear than their cryo archon could have ever hoped to. It was deeply unsettling as Signora quickly collected herself and faked confidence grabbing her entourage and all but scurrying off and out of Mondstadt. Noticing they'd fully retreated without a word the old god let out a small chuckle withholding a full laugh.

Snapping their fingers, the translating halo appearing once more they shook their head at the mostly expected reaction. They then turned their attention back to Venti and Aether, focusing mainly on Aether. "Oh, starlight are you alright...those little mortals didn't hurt you, did they?" They softly spoke coddling the blonde as he embarrassedly shook his head trying to push his parent away," C-cosmi I'm fine...I'm more worried about Venti..." Giving their son a once over to make sure he was unarmed they turned their attention back to Venti.

"I'm fine...I just need some fresh air...If you need me, I'll be at the symbol of Mondstadt's hero..." As he finished speaking Venti seemed to dissipate into the wind leaving behind traces of anemo energy where he once stood. Humming (Y/n) glanced back towards Aether," Go ahead and follow him Aethereal I have a few things I need to do I'll meet you there in a bit..." Aether gave them a pout hearing this again and before he could protest Paimon spoke first, "Why won't you come with us now?"

All the two got in response was a soft smile, "Simple, I have adult business that needs conducting and having children around wouldn't be good for my old heart..." Paimon seemed confused by this as Aether gave them a skeptical look, "Oh come now dears don't give me those looks I promise it won't take but a moment..." Aether sighed first speaking, "Fine...but if you take too long, I will come look for you." Nodding (Y/n) floated towards the back of the church as the other two hurried towards Windrise.

Sighing softly as a serious expression overtook their expression. Focusing their energies, they teleported to Dragonspine near dragon's rest. They floated downwards towards the red crystals that lead to the cave of Durin's heart. Hearing the whispers of sadness and hope was disheartening to the old god. "Hmm...a forsaken child who lashed out...very well you'll get your second chance little one and it will be without pain" Raising a hand to the heart they channeled bits of their energy into it, its beating rapidly picked up before the smooth surface turned hard.

The once ominous red glow turned into a dull gray as the heart seemed to calcify. "From the darkness you were born and to the darkness you shall return...but this time you will be raised properly." A hum left (Y/n) as they moved backwards observing the heart now converted into an egg. "And speaking of darkness...Dorian you can come out now..." The sound of shuffling could be heard behind the old god as footsteps approached cautiously. "How did you-?"

The voice was quite but ruff like the person, Dorian, hadn't used it often. "I'm sure you already know little Dorian...I did after all make sure that Regice personally escorted you here...though I'm a bit sorry about the hostile welcome." They turned to face the homunculus with a soft smile. "There's no way you're actually that god..." The platinum blonde spoke uncertainty in his voice. His eyes seemed to shake at the prospect that there was indeed a god above Celestia.

It wasn't until they looked at him did Dorian realize there was no denying who the entity in front of him was. The corruption that flowed through his blood, the pain it sometimes caused was virtually nonexistent in their presence. In fact, he noticed that all his resentment that built up over centuries was all but gone. Like a flame had been snuffed out, the ice around his heart melted. He could feel.

"Finally noticed something have you...Yes, I delt with the corruption that has affect you, Durin's heart, and that adorable fellflower of yours...As for why..." (Y/n) spoke their voice slightly echoing in the cave as they trailed off as they spoke. "Well, it's merely because I would like you to help me in restoring order...Simple as that you don't have to agree but I would think taking this offer would be too good to pass up" The spoke in a knowing tone, as if to say he didn't really have much of a choice.

Dorian narrowed his eyes as he stared at the old god in front of him. He would hate to go back to the way his life was, the feeling they provided was freeing. With a reluctant huff he accepted the offer. "Perfect! Well, my dear Dorian Gray...Polaris will fill you in on the construction going on at the peak of the mountain Regice will make sure that nothing disturbs you all. Have fun being an Advisor...now off you go"

His indigo eyes widened a smidge as a light overtook him teleporting him to the mountains peak. (Y/n)'s face remained in a small smile as their eyes sparkled with flakes of gold before returning to normal. They sighed in content as they waved a hand in front of them, a holographic screen appearing, it was the size of a tablet. "Hmm current time is..oh shit I'm late.."

Collapsing the screen, they quickly sunk into the shadows moving through the dark void before appearing in the shadow of the Windrise Tree. How convenient that it was directly behind Venti as he had just finished explaining everything Aether needed to know before making his trip to Liyue. "Thank you for informing him little wisp..."

Venti nearly jumped out of his skin hearing a voice behind him before he calmed down noticing it was just (Y/n), not that that really calmed him down he was still unnerved by them. They chuckled as Paimon began to slightly rant to them about La Signora and also cheering about how they handled the situation, "You were so cool!! What even happened to those fatuus anyway?"

(Y/n)'s eyes closed as a tight smile adorned their face," That my dear child is not something I can answer as of present...just know that they are being judged fairly for their transgressions." Aether noticed the look on his parent's face and subconsciously realized exactly what had happened to those two agents that held him down. A small shiver ran through his body, the blonde knew that the void could be unforgiving when it came to him or his sister.

Opening their eyes, the old being decided to change the topic, "Back to our original topic of discussion should we head off to Liyue for the Rite of Descension...?" Aether nodded his head reaching and softly grabbing their hand waving goodbye to Venti. Paimon had a confused look on her face however," How did you know that was what we were talking about?"