#as a kaeya enthusiast...

[straylaughs]

// 5.6 aq spoilers in tags

[ofbardsandmen]

tHE collection of the ragbros birthday arts.

[kaeyachi]

🥺👉👈 pretty please drop the kaeya dragon sovereign potential proof (if it's okay with you)

*Note: Contains leaks(?) and Genshin 5.6 AQ:Paralogism spoilers*

OH! THAT ONE!! Well, based on recent events, it might just be a potential dragon form, or me reaching as usual hehe (I'll write a summary of my thoughts on that at the end... a long summary...)

I finished the Natlan world quest purely to understand more on this topic (though I do love our little one lmao), and I basically reread some lines from our dragons in Teyvat, so now this is mostly me thinking Kaeya isn't the new new Dragon King, but he could have that dragon blood and form in him somewhere (delulu ✨️)

but if you want to know what got me pointing fingers again recently, like a mad man, it's because of this cute little detail from the character designs:

Out of all the released characters, there are only 2 characters with a pin of a similar design. Suspiciously enough? it's Neuvillette and Zhongli. 2 characters known to have a form of a dragon (not necessarily a sovereign, just has a form of one)

Diamond head with an eye, and elongated end.

And now I can't help but think, "Really? No other character? Out of all 101 of them?" Well, I did check everyone, and this is the closest we've got- it's Kaeya's original outfit

But clearly! Very clearly!! It's not the same thing! The shape is only similar to our 2 dragons, but it's missing an eye, some embellishments, etc., so maybe this means nothing! So I ignored it for some time... but then...

...an artist posts a Mini Durin character design

and they gave him the pins...

BUT WAIT

UNFORTUNATELY FOR US ALL there's actually a reason as to why I didn't just post it anyway until this ask, because while this was an interesting (and suspicious) find, this Mini Durin design is not actually final/official. Not necessarily fanmade because the artist usually does the art for GI anyway, but the outfit is "allegedly" just what they imagined for Mini Durin (still sus to give gold pins to a mostly silver and purple character tho 🤨)

but if it ends up being the actual design... then... we need to have a cute conversation with out cute little liar named Kaeya Alberich ✨️

Now as for my somewhat dated Dragon Blood/Form Kaeya theory, here it is in bullet point coz it's a lot:

Nibelung died before the Cataclysm, but he is supposed to have a replacement, like what Neuvillette is to the previous hydro dragon sovereign

According to Neuvillette, there was some time between the previous hydro sovereign's death and his birth (time unspecified, so it could be from a couple of hours to hundreds of years)

If Nibelung and the previous hydro sovereign died in roughly the same time, they could have been reborn at roughly the same time as well, which is around 500 years ago

And yes, the new Dragon King after Nibelung does exist (or did exist in the case of this theory). In fact, Apep mentioned that " by the time the new Dragon King was born, the world had irrevocably changed"

Well, Apep by that time could be located at the desert, if you walk just a bit further north of Apep's domain, you would be right on top of... a certain door to Khaenri'ah 👀

But why would the Nibelung replacement be born in/near Khaenri'ah? Well, there's a certain namecard that had a mention of a "sovereign" in Khaenri'ah (I think it was Alf talking to the sovereign? The headmaster of their magical institute of Khaenri'ah? I need to reread the namecard soon)

Nibelung is the only sovereign with no home nation mentioned. He is only referred to as the Dragon King

Nibelung is also, curiously enough, a name from an actual epic called Nibelungenlied

Guess who were also in said epic? Alberich and the Rhinedottirs. 2 clans from Khaenri'ah. It would be odd to separate them, right?

We also have an additional thing to note of- the Alberich clan must at least be a purebred Khaenri'ahn clan to not get affected by the curse, but the curse would have still deteriorated the body severely (note: Capitano questioning how Dainsleif managed to contain the curse to a certain point).

off the 3 Alberich clan members we have seen on screen, 1 discovered how to die, the 2nd became the loom of fate, and the 3rd was somehow born AND is seemingly curseless. A crazy track record.

So who is Anfortas Alberich then? This implies that either he or someone before him must have been an outlander or... was the new Dragon King

Being a dragon sovereign would count you as a member of that nation without being an outlander

And what do ya know, Anfortas is also conveniently there at around at the same time Neuvillette started to exist too lmao. Khaenri'ah is now a monarchy ruled by a human; a nation full of outlanders and refugees. There is no space for a dragon sovereign because their era is long over by that time... but there is space for another "human"

and maybe just like Neuvillette, Anfortas may have watched Khaenri'ah and how King Irmin led them and approved of it

and out of all the old clans in Khaenri'ah, being the new Dragon King or the Dragon King's kin, no matter how unimportant that title was by that time in Khaenri'ah, would still probably give them the first dibs to becoming regents right? (our twin was supposed to be the new king/queen, but they weren't there/were not ready/rejected the position? We could have also had Dainslief or any of the sinners take the position, and yet an Alberich immediately got the regent role?)

Which leads me to think that Kaeya could, at the very least, have dragon blood in him and a dragon form

or i could really just be the most delusional delulu in all of deluludom!

once again, i would like to blame the character design department for fuelling my delulu 💖 if that Mini Durin splash art is real we are opening a council for the Kaeya Dragon Form Agenda (name subject to change)

[dandelion-wings]

just read a delightful OT3 story in another fandom involving hot baths and massages, and now I am directly yoinking a bunch of its beats so I can tell myself a bedtime story about Lisa and Kaeya bullying Jean into a hot bath and massages. 10/10, do recommend

[pavo--ocellus]

you ever think about how kaeya is everything crepus wanted diluc to be.

this makes me soooo sick bc imagine being diluc. your entire childhood you strived to make your father proud and rise to his expectations and you DO, you get a vision at 10, become a cavalry captain at 14 (we should talk about that actually, what in the child soldier—) and everything is great. but then your dad dies and your entire world falls apart in just one day and you leave everything you know behind on a pointless quest for revenge. you come back years later and everything is the same but so, so different.

and then there's your little brother. undoubtedly capable, but never truly showing what he can do. he's cunning and strategic and always five steps ahead of everyone else, but timid, usually letting you or jean do the talking. he prefers sticking to the shadows (your shadow, specifically—), working behind the scenes. that's how you remember him.

but you come back and there he is. a stranger wearing your best friends face (not your best friend, not anymore, not after—). he's still the same, capable and cunning and smart and strategic, still working behind the scenes, but he's so, so different. gone are the gentle, shy smiles, the timid personality, the preference for sticking to somebody's shadow (there's no shadow to hide in, anymore—).

instead, he's outgoing and confident and there's a near-constant cocky smirk on his face and you don't know who you're looking at. to the people, he's the beloved cavalry captain. the acting grand masters right-hand man, a talented swordsman and vision-wielder. the "top candidate for grandson-in-law" if the word on the street is to be believed. he's reliable and witty and kind, always offering aid when he can. he doesn't look down on anyone, friendly even towards the most unusual visitors.

the model knight, one could say.

he walks into your tavern one night, orders his usual (a death after noon, your father's favourite, of all things, is he joking) and you watch as he chats up the most random people there. all charming smiles and suave words and you have to blink a few times as he absentmindedly twirls his wine glass. your mind is playing tricks on you, you know it, they have zero similarities in physical appearance, but for a second you could swear—

he looks just like your father.

(there's this little girl that follows him around sometimes. well. really, he's following her around, with the way she always runs ahead. she's energetic and chatty and you can't help but notice the pyro vision shining from her backpack (mocking you—) as kaeya looks at her with pure, unfathomable fondness, like she's the only thing that matters in the world.

the first time you hear her calling for his attention, you pause, for just a second. you've seen them around enough to be familiar with the duo, but that. that's a first. an excited voice sounds from somewhere over your shoulder, "big brother kaeya! look, look!" and you take a moment before glancing over. the little girl is crouching on the sidewalk, pointing at something on the ground and staring up at keaya with big, curious eyes. kaeya's there, leaning over her with a gentle smile and a soft, soft look in his eyes—. you turn away.

you can't quite catch kaeya's response, with him having a lot more control over his volume than an enthusiastic child, but his quiet chuckle and following, affectionate tone still register in your mind.

"looks like he's a model older brother, too.")

[catcze]

⠀「 Waking him up in the middle of the night, asking for food 」 

Reblogs are greatly appreciated !!

trying out a different format for content when im strapped for time lmao

"Babe." You nudge him in the shoulder with a finger. His arms are wrapped around you, asleep with his face half-buried in the pillow. He doesn't respond the first time, merely twitching slightly, so you try again with more force. "Babe," you say with more urgency, and he grumbles under his breath, rousing from sleep.

"What?" he asks, voice raspy.

"'m hungry," you tell him quietly, whispering not to break the tranquility of the night.

"What?" He leans closer, and your eyes narrow.

"I'm hungry. Food please," you tell him, louder this time.

He grumbles under his breath, burying his face further into the pillow, ignoring you. His hands tighten around you so much that you nearly squeak. You gasp, affronted, and keep poking his shoulder until he finally gives in.

"You're lucky i love you," he mumbles into the pillow. With a tired groan and a glare tossed your way, he releases you and tosses the blanket off of himself. He pulls on his slippers, runs his hand through his hair, still swearing, and stands. He turns back to you, a hand outstretched to help you out of the sheets, and you grin at him victoriously.

"Fine, what do you wanna eat, you menace?" He asks around a yawn, tired, but too tightly wound around your finger to actually ever tell you no.

— Wriothesley, Alhaitham, Cyno, Scaramouche / Wanderer, Xiao, Childe

He wakes up a little bit more at your request, blinking once or twice. He frowns at you, glancing at the clock on the wall, before levelling you with an exasperated stare. "At this hour?" he asks dryly. "It couldn't wait until breakfast?"

You shake your head resolutely. "Nope. I don't think I'll be able to sleep."

He sighs, but doesn't contest further, instead pressing a kiss to your cheek, and then one to your lips. "You're so spoiled," he says it fondly though, and you beam up at him. Because really, when it comes to him, you definitely are. He slips out of bed. "I'll make you that toast that you like, okay?" he asks, and you nod enthusiastically, already clambering out of the sheets after him.

— Kaveh, Diluc, Neuvillette, Kazuha, Ayato, Albedo, Kaeya, Thoma, Zhongli

[fruity-mond]

Kaeya and Diluc played the piano and violin respectively during their childhood and you can tear that headcanon from me kicking and screaming.

When they reconciled, Diluc wanted to duet again, for old time's sake, but Kaeya sheepishly admitted he didn't play anymore.

Diluc thought it was the same reason as him, the past haunted him and he chose to stop playing, but it's actually because Kaeya's hands were so badly burnt that night that stretching his hands the way pianists do was painful.

Diluc dropped the topic so not to make Kaeya uncomfortable, but now Kaeya's determined. He does miss playing the piano. The first one he ever owned was Crepus's gift to him, due to him eyeing it during one of Diluc's violin repairs at the store.

So he started physical therapy (again. He did it before to make sure his hands were alright to hold weapons). His hand coordination wasn't as good as it used to be but it wasn't terrible either, thanks to the nuns back then. Present day, he (begrudgingly) consulted the healers on how to better help in hand flexibility. He did it bit by bit, until it didn't hurt too much to stretch it far again.

He brought the duet offer back to Diluc, who enthusiastically agreed.

Kaeya takes off his gloves, just to let his hands breathe and allow max movement and Diluc just freezes.

D: "That... I-"

K: "If you apologize, we're canceling the whole thing"

D: "...Right... Does it not hurt to play?"

K: "Used to. But that was mainly because you weren't there"

He's lying, but when has Kaeya not.

[darlingsblackbook]

Boss!Diluc Ragnvinder x Downbad!Reader | Part One

Working as a barmaid only to get close to the guy you're astronomically down bad for- is another level of down bad. But it is Diluc we're talking about here.

Genshin Masterlist

I | You work at Angel’s Share, and from day one, you were a goner. The first time you saw Diluc lift a crate of wine with those gloved hands and that tragic backstory in his eyes, you swore you’d marry him by next week.

II | You don’t just pour drinks — you pour your heart into watching him exist. Man sneezes? “Bless you, my sweet prince.”

Diluc says “hmm”? You analyze the tone like it’s Shakespearean poetry.

III | You once dropped three glass mugs in a row because Diluc tied his hair back in a ponytail. Elzer had to send you home early. Diluc didn’t even blink.

IV | You regularly stage elaborate fantasies in your head. Like… “If a Fatui agent bursts through the tavern doors, Diluc will shield me with his cape, whisper ‘I won’t let anything happen to you,’ and then—”

“(Y/N), you’re staring at me again.”

“Oh. Sorry. Just… admiring the grain of the countertop. Wow. Wood.”

V | You once offered to help Diluc “polish his vision.”

He blinked. “…It doesn’t need polishing.”

“Okay. But… do you need polishing?”

"......what...?"

VI | Diluc asked if you were okay once because you kept spacing out while wiping the same mug for ten minutes.

You said, “Just thinking about your hands. I mean—WITH MY HANDS. I mean—MUGS. I’M THINKING ABOUT MUGS.”

VII | You literally growl when customers flirt with Diluc. Elzer had to scold you for threatening to “accidentally” spill red wine on a woman’s white dress.

VIII | Kaeya caught on to your obsession immediately. He thinks it’s the most entertaining part of his visits. "Oh Diluc, your favorite barmaid seems unwell. She's turning red again."

You: "Shut your pretty mouth, Captain."

IX | you started wearing your hair like how you imagine Lady Ragnvindr would wear it, if you ever met her. Diluc hasn’t noticed. Kaeya has. He made fun of you for it. You cried.

X | You once left a bottle of grape juice with a note that said “From your secret admirer — aka your destiny.”. Diluc brought it back, assuming someone left it by mistake.

XI | Your coworkers make bets on how many times a shift you’ll compliment Diluc. You think they don’t notice? They literally made a bingo card.

XII | You tried to get closer by suggesting “bonding exercises” for staff morale. Diluc, deadpan: “I don’t bond.”. You, trying not to combust: “...That's okay. I can do the bonding for both of us."

XI | You once tripped while carrying a tray of drinks just because he brushed past your shoulder. Diluc caught the tray. Didn’t even notice you hit the floor. You whispered, “I’d fall for you again.” He didn’t hear it.

XIV | Diluc called you “a dependable worker” once. You almost passed out.You told everyone at the tavern. Twice.

XV | You keep a notebook under the bar. It has titles like “Mrs. Diluc Ragnvindr,” “What if he held my hand,” and “Emergency pick-up lines.”. Kaeya found it. He quoted it back to you while cackling.

XVI | Once, Diluc wiped sweat off his forehead and tossed the cloth aside.You stole it. You keep it. You named it Luci.

XVII | You attempted to ask Diluc to a festival once. "Hey, wanna maybe go to the Lantern Rite together? Like, as a staff team, but it’s just us, and there’s fireworks, and I’ll wear something nice and—”

“I don’t do crowds.”

You nodded. Went home. Cried into Luci.

XVIII | Elzer once asked Diluc if he’d noticed your feelings.

Diluc: “She’s enthusiastic.”

Elzer: “She named your sweat rag.”

Diluc: long silence “…What.”

XIX | Despite everything, Diluc is weirdly gentle with you. He always thanks you by name, remembers how you take your tea, and never raises his voice even when you're a mess.

You : “Maybe this is love.”

Reality: Diluc is just naturally courteous.

XX | But one day… he actually gives you a real compliment. “You’re kind. And hardworking. I appreciate you, (Y/N).”bYou stop breathing for a full five seconds.

He pauses. “Are you okay?”

You whisper, “This is the best day of my life.”

“…You really are strange.”

All Rights Reserved © 2025 Darlingsblackbook

[kerokeropekopon]

chubby NEET kaeya x incubus childe (feat. desk job diluc)

BTW in this AU, kaeya is 21 and diluc is like 32

basically the context is that kaeya was playing some suspicious dating visual novel game, but it turned out that it contained a summoning ritual for an incubus and that's how childe spawns in to be a menace in kaeya's life... hiding him from diluc is the hardest part (kaeya and diluc live together in a small apartment)

I don't really know when I originally came up with this idea or why... But here it is. Mentioning chubby kaeya on my twitter was met with extremely enthusiastic replies so I guess the people really want chubby kaeya. You're welcome

I love making dumb AUs

[redheadloverr]

how they react to you asking for a child

gn!reader x genshin males

there will be longer post to these!

cw; fluff, enjoy :D

he asked first.

he’s definitely asked and teased about it for months, years, now. begging you to let him become a father to your child. when you ask him for a child he’s overjoyed and happily accepts, enthusiastic about the thought of being a father.

albedo, kaeya,tighnari, zhongli, aether

he’s joked about it before

he’s joked about it with you before, even bothered you about it for practically the entirety of your relationship. when you finally give into his ‘joke’ and say you actually want a child, he laughs, and then asks if you’re serious. you say you are and he’s overjoyed, a hint of light red blush appearing on his cheeks as he picks you up, swinging you around in excitement.

cyno, ayato, lyney, heizou, venti, scaramouche

he’s flustered, surprised, but nods in agreement.

“i.. agree, Y/N, we should have a.. child” his face a bright red, holding onto your hand rubbing it lightly with his thumb, smiling at you endearingly.

diluc, xiao, dainsleif, kazuha, kinich

he runs a mile in excitement.

my boy deadass runs for his life once he hears those words come out of your mouth, he’s never been more excited to hear someone say the word “child/baby”. he smiles and hugs you, kissing you over and over again repeating “i’m so happy!” over and over and over again. he’s so cute.

childe, ayato, itto, thoma, wriothesley

[genshin-obsessed]

Rent a Genshin Boyfriend!

This is inspired by a dream lol but it’s also probably influenced by a video I was recommended on YouTube. My x reader blurb is in pink and is just something in addition i wanted to add that would otherwise break immersion (and does it anway :') ).

Characters: Venti, Kaeya, Xiao, Baizhu, Kazuha, Heizou, Cyno, Alhaitham, Wriothesley, Lyney

Hello! Welcome to Genshin Boyfriend Rentals! We have a wide array of men that may meet your temporary dating needs, assuming you've got the money.

There are a few rules we need to go over beforehand, however. Please keep these in mind as you browse!

The Boyfriends have the right to leave during the date for any reason. If you believe it was unfair, you may contact support to potentially get a refund.

The Boyfriends are real people with feelings, please treat them with respect and refrain from pushing their boundaries.

No sexual requests of any kind. Attempting to do so will make him leave and you will not get your money back. They are boyfriends for hire, not escorts.

There are a few rules set by the Boyfriend, himself, which will be sent to you upon selection and payment. Please do your best to adhere to the rules for the best experience!

Are you looking to experience a polyamorous relationship? Feel free to hire more than one at a time! Their compatibility is written on their profiles but those are general suggestions!

Let's begin, shall we? The Boyfriends vary by region, please select the one that best suits you! If selecting more than one, keep in mind you will be the sole focus, but can ask for a slight change if you wish.

These Boyfriends are currently available for today!

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━━ Mondstadt ➺ Venti ➺ Kaeya ━━ Liyue ➺ Xiao ➺ Baizhu ━━ Inazuma ➺ Kazuha ➺ Heizou ━━ Sumeru ➺ Cyno ➺ Alhaitham ━━ Fontaine ➺ Wriothesley ➺ Lyney

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Venti | ★★★★☆

550 Mora/hr.

All expenses must be covered by you.

A maximum of 8 hours per day.

Available for overtime events that may extend into multiple days but prices vary.

No gender preference.

Best compatibility: Lyney, Cyno

Ever wanted to be serenaded by a bard? Need someone to help you out of your comfort zone? Venti's your guy! Venti is the excitable boyfriend. He’s chirpy, knows the best places to go, is enthusiastic about every and all dates. He tends to be very loud and cheerful, so if you're looking for some excitement, he's the best!

He’s very good with shy people and doesn’t have a preference for gender so he’s great for anyone who’s new to renting a boyfriend. Venti is also great at comforting. Did you lose someone recently? Are you feeling down about life? Feeling like everything is at a standstill? Venti is great with his words and will do his best to cheer you up.

His favorite place is visiting a bar and his favorite thing to do is perform. He previously worked as a bard but has now moved to joining us in our endeavors as a Rental Boyfriend!

"I promise with me you'll be smiling until your face hurts! Or your money back!"

Venti is mindful of how much money he spends. He understands why expenses are covered by the renter, but he still feels bad sometimes. Not only that, he's not exactly cheap either. So, when he ever goes on a date with someone who can't exactly afford dinner or whatever, he comes up with other date ideas that could be entirely free! However, Venti is usually hired for his empathetic side. He's great at understanding loss and loneliness and has plenty of loyal customers who he meets with at least once every two weeks. You can be one too, if you'd like.

Kaeya Alberich | ★★★★☆

575 mora/hr.

All expenses must be covered by you.

Maximum of 8 hours per day.

Is only available for up to 24 hours only, and prices vary.

No gender preference.

Best compatibility: Heizou, Kazuha

Do you need a boyfriend who's just great at flirting and making you feel like the most beautiful human being on the face of Teyvat? Meet Kaeya! He's quite popular as he's great with both newbies and veterans at renting a boyfriend. He's very charismatic and usually loves to fluster his partner. Kaeya is not a big spender, so don't worry about expensive dates. He's great at improvising and is just looking to make you happy!

His favorite place to visit is the bar, but he also enjoys things like picnics and window shopping. He's not a demanding Boyfriend so if you'd just like to have some company at home, he's right there with you!

Kaeya is more physically affectionate. He loves hugs, cuddles, often gives cheek kisses and will most likely always be holding your hand. If this is something you aren't a fan of, we recommend you hire someone else but can also talk it over with Kaeya, himself, if you'd like.

"Whatever you wanna do is ok with me. After all, I think the day should be dedicated to someone as special as you."

Kaeya has a tendency to forget faces if it's been a long time, so if you're renting him with a long span in between, he may actually forget you completely. He does feel really bad and does his best to play it off, but sometimes it doesn't work out. Don't worry! He's got a plan for that too! If you're a loyal patron though, he will inevitably remember you.

Xiao | ★★★★✬

650 mora/hr.

All expenses must be covered by you.

Maximum of 6 hours per day.

Not available for overtime events.

No gender preference.

Best compatibility: Cyno, Lyney

Meet Xiao! He's not very excitable, doesn't talk a lot, and lets you do your thing. He's mainly for people who don't want a talker and prefer to do an activity with someone. Whether it be painting, watching a show, playing video games, knitting, doing puzzles, or meditating, Xiao is the perfect choice! He's got a very calming atmosphere around him and will 100% help you relax!

Xiao speaks through touch for the most part. If you need some form of physical affection, he can provide. If you want to cuddle, hold his hand, or just lay on his lap, he's happy to provide given you ask permission first.

!! If you're new to renting a boyfriend, Xiao is NOT recommended !!

"I'll do whatever you want to do, so don't feel pressured to plan something extravagant. Just be you and we'll have fun, I guess."

Though Xiao has his charm and is extremely handsome, his rating simply relies on those who like his personality type which is specific. Sometimes people want a Boyfriend who's all cool and quiet like him, but tend to realize it's not as fun when they're actually with him. He does have a few tricks up his sleeve for people like those, but will more often than not just let them crash and burn and helps them get a refund for any time he didn't spend with them. He is who he is, some people like him, others do not. His popularity has skyrocketed recently and he's pretty much on par with Boyfriends like Kazuha, Kaeya, and Wriothesley.

Baizhu | ★★★★☆

500 mora/hr

All expenses must be covered by you.

Maximum of 8 hours per day but can be booked for multiple days together. Maximum of five days.

Available for overtime events. Prices vary.

No gender preference.

Best compatibility: Alhaitham, Wriothesley

Are you feeling a little under the weather? Don't have the ability to grab medicine? Just need a little company while you recover? Look no further than our very own doctor Baizhu! As a practitioner of medicine, Baizhu has numerous methods to help you feel better.

He'll help you take your medicine, make you meals for swifter recovery, and is more than happy to give you some much needed company. Don't worry about getting him sick, he knows the proper precautions.

"Remember, health comes first. If you don't know how to get better, I'll be right beside you."

Baizhu actually prefers to work with people who are sick. Whether they have terminal illness or temporary, he's more than happy to provide any sort of companionship to those who ask for it. He's actually helped find more serious, life threatening illnesses before and has saved a number of people like that. Baizhu is a softer boyfriend, willing to sit beside you and stroke your hair as you attempt to sleep. He's the only Boyfriend who can be booked for multiple days in advance, others work on a daily basis only.

Kaedehara Kazuha | ★★★★★

600 mora/hr.

All expenses must be covered by you.

Maximum of 10 hours per day.

Available overtime events as well as holidays. Prices may vary

No gender preference.

Best compatibility: Venti, Lyney

Looking for a soft boyfriend? Are you trying to learn poetry? Perhaps working on poetry? Look no further than Kazuha! He's a new addition to the Genshin Boyfriends but you'd never know if we hadn't told you beforehand.

Kazuha has a more artistic side to him that he loves to show off. As a former wanderer, he's got plenty of stories for inspiration. Are you looking to maybe take a hike? He's definitely ready for one! Maybe you'd just like to find a field and lay down in it. Kazuha knows some great places already! He's both soft spoke and a gentle soul. If you need to vent or are looking for advice, we recommend no one other than Kazuha!

"I know what the description says, but I also love to try new things. If you want a partner for that, I'm happy to be one. You don't need to try anything new alone."

Even though he's new, Kazuha's quite popular and will often be booked months in advance. As he's said before, he loves trying new things and is happy to do that with someone else. Do you wanna go skydiving for the first time with a boyfriend but don't have one? Kazuha! Do you wanna go swimming with sharks for the first time? Kazuha! Maybe you're looking to rent a boyfriend for the first time but don't know who would be best for you. Kazuha!

Shikanoin Heizou | ★★★★☆

500 mora/hr.

All expenses must be covered by you.

Maximum of 6 hours per day.

Available for some overtime events; not ALL holidays. Prices may vary

No gender preference.

Best compatibility: Kaeya, Cyno

Ever wanted to say that you dated a detective? Maybe you're looking to spice up your boring choices in partners! Heizou is at your service. He's intelligent, a great fighter, and has quite the silver tongue. He has a mischievous side to him and loves to get into a bit of trouble.

Worry not, you'll never be in any true danger, but if you're looking to get your blood pumping, Heizou might be able to do that. If you don't have a date idea, worry not. He does and he'll make every penny worth it! Though, if you'd like something a bit slower, Heizou doesn't mind taking you to some of the spots he likes to relax in. You two can sit and talk to just get to know one another before going out and doing something. He's very flexible in this case!

"Don't be shy, take a chance on me. If you're a true crime junkie, I'm basically your soulmate."

Believe it or not, Heizou's never gotten in trouble before for any of this. It's not like he brings his renters to the crime scenes or shows them anything like that, but he's got plenty of stories. He's also more playful and is the best recommended for any renters looking for an adventure! Unlike Kaeya, Heizou never forgets a face. Ever.

Cyno | ★★★★★

800 mora/hr.

All expenses must be covered by you.

Maximum of 5 hours per day.

Overtime events only include birthdays and must be under 12 hours. Prices may vary

No gender preference.

Best compatibility: Heizou, Xiao, Venti

Are you a lover of "bad jokes"? Are you looking for a more serious boyfriend? Do you want someone who can strike fear into the hearts of criminals? Look no further than Cyno!

Though Cyno has a serious side to him, he's a lover of jokes and reverts to them to relieve tension. He's got a wide array so there won't be any repeats. If you're ever sad, he'll bring out his best and hope that at least one of them puts a smile on your face.

"Why are pigs good valets? They're excellent parallel porkers. Get it? Instead of using the word park, they used-"

Cyno actually joined the agency as a joke. Yet, somehow, he managed to get to the top extremely quickly. For all the Sumeru Boyfriends, he often takes first place. He's also stolen first place from Wriothesley in the April popularity poll. He was tempted to quit but was begged to stay and... well, now he finds a type of joy in pretending to be boyfriend. Not at all what he expected the day he joined. Cyno is also great at memorizing names and faces. Once you go on a date with him, he won't forget you and will even make it a thing to greet you as if you two have been dating for a while and he just hasn't seen you in a while.

Alhaitham | ★★★★☆

700 mora/hr.

All expenses must be covered by you.

Maximum of 6 hours per day.

Available for most overtime events as well as holidays. Prices may vary

No gender preference.

Best compatibility: Baizhu, Wriothesley

Is there a test coming up that you didn't study for? Did you fall asleep in class and miss an entire lecture and now you don't know how to do that Statistics assignment? Well, look no further than Alhaitham!

He's the smartest we got and is the best tutor you'll ever find. From being eye candy to intelligent as hell, there isn't a subject he can't help teach. Do not make that chemistry joke with him, he will be disappointed.

Alhaitham knows the best way to increase work productivity and will help you get through your day with any type of work you have. He knows when to take breaks and will always have the perfect snacks prepared. Just make sure you can keep up with his strict routine!

"If you need help, just ask for it. I wouldn't want you to fail your classes."

!! Not the best with romance !!

While he's not good with the romance aspect of being a boyfriend, he's very good with studying. He often finds himself busiest during finals weeks and will limit his time with everyone to just three hours per day. These are the days where he's working from morning to night and only has enough time to sleep. He's very good at tutoring and often receives letters and gifts of thanks afterwards. He can still do dates and such (maybe a study date) or just a regular one, but he tends to be more awkward in that sense as he's not very used to it. Over time, he's learned a good way to reward the renters. Kisses on their cheeks tend to help a lot. He'll also let you take short naps on his lap and will even massage your shoulders if needed while you work.

Wriothesley | ★★★★★

1200 mora/hr.

All expenses must be covered by you.

Maximum of four consecutive days for a total of 96 hours.

Only available for special events currently.

No gender preference

Best compatibility: Alhaitham, Baizhu

Are you looking for a duke who's great at fighting and was a prison administrator? What a coincidence, we have the perfect man for you! Wriothesley. While his name may be as confusing to pronounce as Worcestershire sauce, his companionship is just a legendary! He's charismatic, loves tea, can totally teach you how to fight, and has a voice as smooth as butter.

Wriothesley is tall, dark haired, and has been voted the most popular in the last four polls in a row! His intelligence and prowess speak for themselves and don't let anyone stop you from hiring him!

Need to scare off a trashy ex? Just looking for a handsome man to hold your hand as you walk down the street? Attending a wedding where everyone keeps pestering you to find a person to settle down with? Wriothesley's got you covered. He's great at memorizing family names, faces, and titles. He'll impress your family and get them off your back for good.

"Come and fall in love with me. I'll make it worth your time."

As stated above, Wriothesley has won the popularity poll for four months in a row and continues to dominate. While he's lost the position to others such as Kazuha, Xiao, and Cyno, he holds no bad blood between them and is often hired alongside another for the same renter. Due to his increasing popularity, he is the most expensive Boyfriend to rent BUT has made exceptions before. He's also a great choice to hire for a friend to surprise them as "their boyfriend for the day". He's a fast learner and yes, you will fall in love with this man. Come to terms with it before you hire him.

Lyney | ★★★★☆

650 mora/hr.

All expenses must be covered by you.

Maximum of 8 hours per day. Works later hours as well.

Available for most events as well as holidays. Prices may vary

No gender preference

Best compatibility: Venti, Xiao, Kazuha

Ever wanted a private magic performance? Wanna see what it's like to date a magician? Look no further than our very own Lyney! Hailing from the land of water, Fontaine, he is a renowned magician!

Expect plenty of surprises as Lyney loves to catch people off guard. He tends to prefer simple dates, but grand ones are welcome if you insist. He is willing to teach you some small tricks, but most of them he won't reveal. Is he trying to steal your heart? Yeah, he definitely is.

If you're feeling sad or lonely, feel free to hire Lyney. He's willing to work late (meaning you can hire him at 10pm if you want) and he'll be at your doorstep within the hour.

Lyney is one of the few, other than Baizhu and Alhaitham, who are willing to work later in the day. Normally, most prefer to be hired earlier in the day so they have time to prepare and such before going on the date. Baizhu, Lyney, and Alhaitham are the few who can be hired after 8pm when most are unavailable. Lyney often brings some sort of gift with him, and like Cyno and Heizou, he's great at remembering faces.

[ofbardsandmen]

thinking of these particular pictures.. :')

[heedmywarnings]

not sure if you're willing to take a request, so i'l just put this here(you don't have to answer :3)

SAGAU characters reacting to their creator calling them their "favorite" and basically pampering them as if they're their kid. You can do this with any character you like, buttt I would like to see Kaeya and Diluc, mostly because they're my sons and should definitely reconcile trust🙏‼️ And I unfortunately don't see a lot of content of them :(

A Drinking Problem

Part 1 || Part 2 coming never

Aka; Ragbros wanna be bros again. Trauma says no but you say fuck yes

A/N: I love ragbros, man. Did you know I used to main them both and pair them together? It was so fun. Then I lost the account which wasn't fun. @valeriele3 if ya wanna read..

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"Many would favor the Pyro Archon..." you mumbled, gently braiding Diluc's hair. "Perhaps, maybe the Iudex of the Court of Fontaine as well as the Fourth harbinger of the Fatui," you continued, tying his hair with a dark blue ribbon. "But you, Diluc, shall be mine," (as a son, you freak) You smiled sweetly, admiring your work with several headpats.

However, once Diluc turned around—his expression couldn't be more somber. He was obviously trying to conceal something. His lips fell into a thin line, his gaze elsewhere. "Diluc? Heeelloooo?" You echoed his name, but only after flicking his head did he finally respond.

"Oh—uhm, your grace. I must apologize... I was distracted," he bowed, embarrassed by his behaviour in your presence. "Nonsense," you shook your head. "Now we have a new topic to discuss," you said enthusiastically, constrasting Diluc's gloom. "What's got you so twisted up, hm? I've been tugging your hair for a while, but you didn't seem to notice!" You pointed out his hair, his beautifully braided hair. You nust give yourself a pat on the back for that work!

Diluc caressed the braid you made, his frown deepening. Noticing this, you panicked. Thankfully you were very calm about this. "Did I—Did I mess up your hair?! I'm sorry! Ah—did I ruin your hair care routine?!" You totally didn't panic. "Your grace! I'm fine, I'm fine!" He reassured with a less panick-y tone, but still very panicked.

"Ehh, alright. Then tell me, why the frown, Diluc?" You tilted your head as Diluc stared at some corner of the room, seemingly hesitant. "It's nothing worth your concern, your grace," he simply said. "After all, I can take care of it myself. Like I always have." His response made you frown. Who wouldn't frown at that?

"You've been Master Diluc at such a young age," you huffed. "No child should bear his burdens alone." Diluc furrowed his brows in unease. "Especially not a child of mine in my presence," you added. "Talk to me, Diluc. Conversation eases the burden of silent suffering, you know. Or if you're still hesitant, at least just..." you opened your arms to him. "Give me a hug?" You invited, to which Diluc silently accepted. Hugging you tighter than both of you expected.

After a while, he pulled away, seemingly ready to talk. "It's Kaeya." He said. "I managed to invite him to dinner one time. It went well, I think," he explained, trying to find the words. "That's good! So uhm—what's the problem?" You engaged, making sure to let Diluc know he is heard. "I don't know if we actually made any progress in..." he trailed off. "Reconciliation." He muttered.

"Your grace, do you... do you know what happened between us when we were younger?" Diluc asked hesitantly. You thought for a moment, but then decided that lying wouldn't do well in this situation. "I do," you replied. Diluc tensed up. "It wasn't your fault, Diluc." You pulled him into another hug. He didn't resist.

"How many can say they became the richest man in Mondstadt even after losing everything?" You asked, rubbing circles on his back. "You were a child, Diluc. Children are stupid, you were stupid." He furrowed his brows. "We were nineteen," he muttered. "Nineteen year old children," you replied.

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Kaeya was doing well, he thinks.

He had his fair share of conversation with you, being able to show off his tricks and charm. Sometimes he looks down and sees that the void is catching up to him faster than the last time he's seen it. Oh well, nothing like alchohol to try and vacate the absence of everything. Ignorance is bliss after all.

"Diluc is acting odd toda," concluded Kaeya as he downed his fifth cup of Death After Noon. You, who happened to be sitting right next to him with a nice serving of grape juice, asked, "Wha— wh— why do you think that?" You stammered, totally cool. Don't worry he probably didn't notice. He squints but makes no comment of your stutter. "He filled my glass all the way earlier this afternoon," he replied suspiciously. "Does he not—do that?" You arched a brow.

Kaeya shook his head, dismissing the topic with a lighthearted chuckle. "Hey, you shouldn't drink so much," you said. "You're damagung your liver, you know?" You scolded—channeling the spirit of an Asian mother. "Ah, uhm..." Kaeya stammered, caught off guard by your sudden scolding. "Well, I wouldn't quite be here if I hadn't known the consequences that come with it, no?" He reasoned after composing himself. "Haiyah, then what? You think a sick liver is easy to heal? You think that comes cheap?" You berated your drunkard son, shattering his confidence after he just rebuilt it.

Kaeya looks like this rn:

"Your grace..." he whined. "Ugh, come in already," you huffed frustratedly. "Charles, I'm paying for Kaeya's tab, alright?" Suddenly Kaeya lit up as you slammed a bag of mora on the countertop.

"I thought you were trying to intervene with my er—"drinking problem," your grace," Kaeya asked suspiciously. "I am," you replied. "Yes, so why are we at Dawn Winery of all places?" He stared at the mansion he used to live in.

"Because who in Mondstadt—the land of wine—hates alcohol?" You reasoned with a sly grin. "Diona," he replied with a shrug. "Okay fair, but no. The answer is Diluc!" He clapped at your enthusiasm, trying to hide his own anxieties.

"Your grace, I just don't think this would be the right course of action," he replied with a smile. "So what is the right action?" You arched a brow. "Waiting? Stalling? Running away from everything?" You crossed your arms, narrowing your gaze. "Dammit Kaeya, ignoring your problems isn't going to remove them." Kaeya stared at the ground. "Hide all you want, but the more you delay your decisions, the heavier the consequences."

Kaeya furrowed his brows before giving you a lighthearted smile. "Of course," he said. "I will follow you, your grace." You groaned. "Ugh, enough of that," you said. "I want this decision to come from you. Don't get me wrong, Kaeya," you waved your hands. "I'm not forcing you to do anything you're uncomfortable with. But I just want you to see how things are without alcohol influencing you, alright?" You said, taking his hand and squeezing it gently. Kaeya sighed, not seeing the point of hiding any longer.

"This is still about... drinking, right?"

"...No."

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Diluc was pacing in the living room as Adelinde cleaned the windows panes, subtly looking over to her master every now and then.

"Well, you certainly look at ease, Master Diluc," she finally said, causing said master to sigh. "Kaeya will be joining us for dinner," he replied. Instantly Adelinde felt the panic Diluc was feeling. "Master Kaeya?" She repeated. Diluc nodded.

"Ah, I need to prepare dinner, then! It's been a while since you two dined under the same roof," Adelinde remarked, seemingly overcome with nostalgia. Before Diluc could add more, she rushed off eagerly, either to actually prepare dinner or to spread the news around the winery.

This was a terrible decision, though Diluc as he impatiently lapped around the living room for the umpteenth time. It was your advice, but it was his choice to take that advice. This is all stupid, what if Kaeya decided not to attend? Then he'd just be worrying his head off for nothing! Be serious here, why would he attend after what he did to him years ago? He isn't worth Kaeya's forgiveness. Surely, Kaeya knew that himself. (No he does not.)

Several knocks came to the door in a certain pattern. Two light knocks and one heavy knock. It's a code you both agreed on earlier afternoon to alert Kaeya's arrival. "Come in," he called out after subtly coughing his anxiety away. "Oh good evening, your grace... Kaeya," Diluc greeted. You have him an irritated smile which Kaeya didn't notice. Seriously, who greets their guests like that?!

He coughed again. "Is there anything I can do to help you both?" He kept a calm and friendly tone, which was very hard apparently. "Ah well, it isn't much to worry about—" You jabbed Kaeya's shoulder. "Uh, can you help me with my drinking problem?"

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Bruh i'm splitting this shit into parts. It's so bad i'm so sorry anon💔💔💔

[satinroses]

Off the beaten path

Yan! Albedo x reader x Yan! Susbedo

4874 Words

GN! reader

Summary: Albedo has been frantic about keeping you far away from Dragonspine for reasons unknown but when Sucrose asks you to go to Dragonspine to gather some ingredients for her you can’t help but go there however when you arrive Albedo doesn’t seem at all upset over your sudden arrival in Dragonspine… rather he seems uncharacteristically enthusiastic.

guys this is my first fic so erm I'm sorry if it’s really bad :[

Warnings: typical yandere behaviours, non-con kissing, both Albedos being little creeps, Y/N needs a break and has official permission to execute them both, Y/N is a smidge naïve, Manipulation, gaslighting

The brisk air of Dragonspine doesn’t sit gently in your lungs, instead its crispness demands your attention. Each breath is invigorating. You were never one to focus on meditation or breathing techniques, seeing little interest in self-reflection or mindfulness however on mornings like this one on Dragonspine with the bright morning sun rising to full mast you couldn't help but feel rather contemplative. 

Admittedly you were not as alchemically inclined as your lover, the chief alchemist of the Knights of Favonius however when sucrose entered Albedo’s office late at night in a state of utter disarray as the samples of flora she had procured from Dragonspine had seemingly vanished from under her very nose you couldn’t help but take pity on the poor girl in her panic. Tomorrow morning she would be too busy refining the remaining electro hypostasis’ lightning prisms from her last journey outside the walls of Mondstadt for yet another experiment… She simply wouldn't be able to make the trek to Dragonspine and back while also completing all of her tasks but despite her pleading the knights were far too busy to waste their time collecting mere greenery.

You shifted on your feet, you always thought she held herself to a far harsher standard than she deserved, constantly focusing on her shortcomings as Albedo’s apprentice rather than acknowledging what an accomplished and gifted alchemist she was in her own right. You walked towards the distraught green-haired alchemist, firmly grasping her on each shoulder. At your steady grasp sucrose looked up at the reassuring smile you gave her “Sucrose! Don’t fret so much, you’ve already done more than enough. I’ve got it handled, I’ll head to Dragonspine first thing tomorrow morning and I'll have the samples for you before lunchtime.” For the first time since Sucrose entered the room you could feel your lover's eyes rising from the notebook where he had been scrawling away his recent findings for the past few hours, his turquoise eyes piercing into your body as though if he stared hard enough he’d be able pierce your subconsciousness and reprogram you, as though if he impressed his vision into you long enough you would eventually be remade in his vision, as though staring could somehow convince you to rescind your offer. 

Although Albedo was typically indifferent about how you spent your time and who you associated with, you couldn't help but notice that recently he had been very clearly trying to shepherd you away from the snowy peak of Dragonspine. Any ideas of visiting him while he was working was quickly shot down with a “It’s not worth the trek, most of my work in Dragonspine will be done soon enough, there is no point in journeying all that way”. Any mentions of stopping by to drop off some warm food for himself, Sucrose and Timaeus was quickly halted with a “we pack more than enough food and there are plenty of braziers around the camp, please don't worry yourself” much to the dismay of Timaeus. It felt as though every attempt to come see him working had been instantly stopped by some rebuttal he had regarding it as a waste of time and energy.

It would be a lie to say your heart didn’t ache with every blatant refusal to your attempts to visit him on the mountain. He let Kaeya, Klee and Sucrose visit him freely but he seemed particularly insistent that you do not come to Dragonspine, that you don't even entertain the idea. In spite of Albedo's recent reluctance for you to venture to the frozen mountain, you refused to be deterred. This particular voyage was not a selfish endeavour for your own entertainment… no! Sucrose needed your help and you refused to let her down. It would be a breeze to wander about the mountain picking flowers for a little while before meandering back to Mondstadt to what would likely be a hero’s welcome from the young woman, besides with your pyro vision strapped to your waist you sincerely doubted any hillichurls would be causing you issues and you knew well enough to steer clear of any Fatui outposts placed along the winding frozen pathways.

The mint-haired woman let out a deep sigh of relief, her breathing steadying as she looked at you hopefully “really?! You will? Thank you so much Y/N I- I don't know how to repay you I-'' you laughed warmly at the girl’s gratitude “think nothing of it! It’ll be a piece of cake, besides I haven't left Monstadt’s walls in weeks, going out and exploring will do me some good.” It seemed as though this past month almost every commission took place within the walls of Mondstadt, if you had to clean that blasted statue of Barbatos or tell that creep Albert to knock it off one more time you were going to go crazy, on the rare occasion you were given a commission that left the walls of Mondstadt it was something mundane like a food delivery to Springvale and back. You hadn’t had a single combat commission in weeks. you had filed several complaints to Katherine about the distribution of commissions and despite her promises to reach out to her higher ups regarding potential flaws in the commission distribution system, she still hadn't gotten back to you.

With Sucrose’s issue resolved and her mind soothed you gently guide her to the door of Albedo’s office “It’s getting late and I’m sure you’ll have a busy day tomorrow” you say to her, clasping the bronze door handle and holding the door open “I’ll see you tomorrow, verdure in tow!” you exclaimed as you watched the girl amble over to the exit of the Knight’s headquarters, waving you a polite goodbye. 

You softly shut the thick oak door to Albedo’s office not wanting to disturb the diligent genius, taking his silence during your conversation with sucrose as a sign of him returning to his work. Ever the academic, Albedo rarely allowed himself to be distracted from a task once he had dedicated himself to it, however upon turning around you were greeted by Albedo still staring at you intently, his eyes having never once left your frame. His pupils were dilated, the darkness engulfing his iris leaving only a sliver of blue as an outermost ring. He didn’t blink as though afraid you would slip from his grasp the moment he shut his eyes. His body was still, his entire being focused on watching you as though he was waiting for something to happen. He hadn’t written a word since your mention of Dragonspine, his studies completely paused as his pen stayed pressed on his crisp white notepad, a thick ink blot seeping into the page and staining it but in spite of this, the observant Albedo didn’t make any effort to move the pen.

Seeing Albedo so on edge subsequently had you unsettled. You gently walk across the plush red carpet approaching Albedo, taking the pen out of his hand and setting it down on his desk before he could further sully his work. Only upon your contact with him did he seemingly snap out of the daze he was in, blinking softly. His eyes still zeroed in on you but they seemed softer, less frantic. Upon setting the pen down you began to wrap your coat around your shoulders “you know what i said to sucrose is right, i should be heading home soon before i have to bump into the crowd of tavern crawlers on their way from The Cat’s Tail to The Angel’s Share” you joke gently attempting to lighten the mood, Albedo barely manages a smile at your jest. instead getting up and shoving his arms haphazardly into the sleeves of the jacket he stripped off hours ago “let me walk you home. It’s getting far too dark for you to be wandering about Mondstadt alone. I wouldn't be able to rest well unless I knew you made it back safely.” You smile bashfully at the consideration he's shown for you.

“Oh Albedo, i don't want to be a bother I'm sure you have plenty of things to-”

“I insist.”

“Well if you insist” you smile softly, your heart fluttering at his show of chivalry

You nodded and fiddled with the buttons of your coat, your fingers trembling as Albedo stood by the door waiting for you to be ready to leave. Upon noticing your battle with your buttons Albedo quickly faced you as he placed your hands by your side to instead button your coat up himself. The moment you were suitably clothed to brace the cool Mondstadt evenings Albedo’s arm snaked around your waist as he ushered you out of the Knight’s headquarters. Your cheeks warmed at his gesture as the reserved alchemist’s hand enclosed your waist tightly, pulling you closer into him as though he was trying to mould you together, unable to be separated by anyone or anything. You attempted to initiate some small talk as you wandered through Mondstadt, however Albedo hardly noticed. He muttered vague replies or made noises of affirmation as you discussed your day and how cold it had been recently and how excited you were for the next Windblume festival. Instead Albedo’s eyes were fixed intently on the shadows the dim streetlamps of Mondstadt cast as though a ghost was about to peer out from one of the alleys. As you reached your home you opened the door yet Albedo's hand didn't move from your waist. You stared at him expectantly, waiting for him to release you from his grasp but he didn’t move his hand until several awkward seconds had passed before he hesitantly allowed you to walk through your front door. “Goodnight Albedo” you whisper gently before pressing a gentle peck to his cheek. You disappear behind your door trying to forget about Albedo’s peculiar behaviour tonight, fretting about what could have possibly made him so troubled. In spite of your concern about Albedo’s recent behaviours you slipped into an uneasy sleep, unaware of how he remained steadfastly on your doorstep like a statue keeping watch until the sun began to peak over the rolling hills of Mondstadt and he reluctantly retired to his own abode.

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The crunch of the fresh layer of snow beneath your shoes invigorated you as you continued your trek along the mountainside. Your head felt light as you inhaled the overwhelming saccharine scent of the half dozen sweet flowers you had found, your hand clutching the stems of the flowers gently, determined to bring Sucrose back the best possible samples. Alas you couldn’t help but feel as though your luck had all but run out when you began to search for mint. Perhaps some traveller had plucked the last of it in this area or maybe you were just unlucky. You bent over in the snow, your head almost grazing the ground as you sifted your hands through the snow hoping your fingers might latch onto even a mint sapling, that perhaps the constant winter snowfall had simply covered up all the fresh mint. After a few minutes of sifting through the mountainside snow you began to instinctively reach for your weapon as a distinctly humanoid presence loomed over you… there shouldn't be Fatui this far from the main path but perhaps these were scouts for a larger group. You held your breath not wanting the person to realise you were aware of their presence until you were ready or you were forced to act, likely the latter. As several minutes passed and you still pretended to be focused on the frost dusted ground beneath you rather than the presence looming over your form you were confused as to why they hadn’t approached yet… perhaps it was just some freezing adventurer too sheepish to ask for help so they were simply waiting to be noticed… or perhaps it was an inquisitive little snow fox or boar who would scurry away the moment you acknowledged it yes, that sounded much better. You would turn around and be greeted by some shy little forest animal who would flee the moment you acknowledged it. Yes. That was it. Nothing bad is behind you. You began to repeat in your head as you rested your numb hands on the hilt of your weapon before taking a deep breath and turning around.

Of all the potential scenarios you imagined being greeted by, seeing Albedo staring at you in utter shock was not one of them. You exhaled softly before you began to chuckle in relief, pressing your hand over your thumping heart as you chastised your over-active imagination. You smile gently “‘Bedo I didn't think I’d bump into you, what are you doing on this part of the mountain?” You awaited a response yet you weren’t greeted by one, you looked back up at Albedo but instead of him offering you a small smile or him trying to usher you off the mountain he simply stood there staring at you as though it was the first time he had truly seen you. He drank in deep breaths, his mouth slightly agape as his eyes danced across you, blinking softly as though trying to dispel some sort of illusion “Albedo? Everything okay?” you ask gently, your mind already on slight alert after his peculiar behaviour last night. Suddenly he let out a deep gasp as he stuttered out “what are you doing here? I thought… i thought you weren’t fond of Dragonstone…” you look up at Albedo in utter confusion “Not fond…? Albedo what are you talking about, you’re the one who practically forces me off the mountain” you say, half joking, half serious.

Albedo’s gaze becomes cold as he spits out “of course I do” with a venom unfamiliar to his voice, his eyes glaring into the ground with such profound hatred it startles you. He quickly remembers your presence and haphazardly attempts to regain his composure with a deep breath and a few blinks before he says in an even tone “then what are you doing here then Y/N? Shouldn’t you be in Mondstadt?” Your heart beat steadily accelerates as you feel your skin crawling as Albedo stares at you, his gaze seeping into your skin as he drinks in every little detail, his eyes fixating on every mole and birthmark and freckle, desperately imprinting them into his mind like this is the last time he might ever see you “we discussed this last night remember? I’m looking for some flowers for Sucrose’s experiment” you state, your voice tight as my body tense like a coiled spring ready to launch itself out of the grasping hands of the alchemist.

Albedo puts his hand on his chin as he begins to mutter “Sucrose… Sucrose… Sucrose… Sucrose!” he had sounded utterly befuddled by the mention of her until the final mutter of Sucrose seemed to ignite some spark of familiarity, like Sucrose was more of a passing acquaintance rather than his most promising protégé. 

“Yes of course Sucrose needed some flowers like we discussed last night”

“Yes that would appear to be the case” You giggled breathlessly, trying to ignore the pit of bile bubbling in your stomach “I just want to find some mint and then I'll begin the trudge back to Mondstadt”

“Oh… some mint? I think I know where you might be able to find some”

“O-Oh are you sure I don't want to be a bother and I don't want to get in the way of anything or be a nuisance or knock something important over in your lab” You stuttered out sheepishly, trying to find any way to get back to Mondstadt.

“Nonsense I’ve set up a temporary second camp just a little ways up the mountain, follow me. I’m sure we’ll find plenty of flora up there”

“Okay yes you’re right” You beam trying to ignore how tight the grin feels, like your skin is cracking underneath it. He holds out his soft cool palm waiting for you to grab it. You gently settle your hand in his unable to hear how his breath hitches softly as your numb fingers are clutched by his, a barely noticeable flush spreading across his complexion. Each step in the direction of this second camp makes your foot feel heavier until eventually you’re practically shuffling through the snow. As you wind through the passageways of the mountain you can’t help but feel like you’re going far too high but each time you ask Albedo about the new camp’s location you’re greeted by the same excuse “just a little ways further.”

“‘Bedo…” you stutter out “I should turn back, I need to get these flowers back to Sucrose soon. I promised she’d have them by lunchtime and the sun is getting rather high” 

He stopped in his tracks, the hand that had been grasping onto yours tightens with an unnatural grip “but we’re almost there” he smiles out, the smile far too large and toothy to look natural on him, mimicking a lion baring its teeth far more than a reassuring grin “just a little further” he repeats once more as he continues up the path, your hand still held tightly in his. You had followed him for as long as your reason had allowed but now you were venturing into parts of Dragonspine unknown even to you as he dragged you up yet another beaten path. You smile half heartedly, trying to ignore the primal sensation of fear when Albedo smiles at you, the undeniable emotion of something being deeply wrong every time he tightens his hold on your hand.

You stop walking and begin to try to coax your limb out of his grip but the gentle tugging of your hand out of his makes his smile drop. He balls his now empty fist as he pauses and stares down the offending limb as though it had personally wronged him. you stare at your feet, your eyes darting between your snow scuffed boots and the sweet flowers clasped tightly in your other hand as you try to avoid albedo’s gaze permeating through you. Albedo’s lack of social adeptness was often something you found endearing, another quality which raised the alchemist’s standing in your eyes but right here in the crisp morning air of Dragonspine with the sun shining far too bright, there was never another quality you despised more. The chief alchemist simply stared. you tried to move. You could apologise to Albedo for your behaviour later but as you were about to move your legs his fist grasped onto your wrist with a bruising grip. You reflexively dropped the sweet flowers that you had kept grasped securely in your hand as Albedo’s cold hand fixed around your wrist. You couldn't find it in your panic stricken haze to even think about the flowers that were now resting on the cold mountain snow. 

You yelped out in pain before looking up at Albedo for an explanation for his sudden change in demeanour. He offered none, instead he shifted his cold, stiff body closer against yours so your fronts were pressed together, chest to chest. He breathed down on your face, his breath wasn’t warm or wet like you had expected, instead it felt cool on your skin. Snowflakes settled on his long lashes as his pupils dilated, flickering to your lips. You stood stock still as confusion began to cloud your mind. Albedo’s gloved other hand rose to your lips, gently caressing them. “So warm…” he muttered absentmindedly as he traced the curve of your cupid's bow before his finger fell down to your lower lip. You enclosed your only free hand around Albedo’s, coaxing his fingers away from your lips instead you placed it down by his side “‘Bedo… I promised Sucrose those flowers, I need to get back to Mondstadt soon” his expression hardened before he finally acquiesced. Albedo’s dismay at you having to leave so soon was apparent until a mischievous glint alit in his eye. He tightened his grip on your arm before he whispered against your lips “I'll let you return to Sucrose if you promise me adequate compensation…” you could have laughed at the absurdity of Albedo’s demands “compensation?” you guffawed “You can't be serious Albedo.” he pulled you closer, no space was left between you as he tittered airily, running his hand softly through your hair “shh shh shh… I don't want mora and I don't want favours, I just want” his cheek flushed pink in spite of the confidence he exuded as he breathed out “I just want a kiss. That's all.” You were perplexed at Albedo’s request, since your relationship with the chief alchemist had been formalised he had rarely felt the need to formally ask for permission to kiss you but the Albedo here and now was blushing like a virgin at the mere thought of it. 

Typically you might have questioned his sudden change in behaviour but with some divine intervention seemingly handing you a way out of this awkward exchange on a golden platter you didn’t feel inclined to throw it back in the face of whichever archon had decided to bless you with this opportunity. Instead you leaned in softly before pressing a gentle, hesitant kiss to Albedo’s lips. To your relief his remaining grip on your hand loosened as your lips skimmed his but the sudden slackness didn't seem to affect just his hand but rather his whole body as he didn't kiss you back. Instead Albedo kept his eyes tightly shut as his entire body froze, the only part of his body that seemed tense was his furrowed brows. It was as though he were in a state of deep contemplation, focusing only on memorising the feeling of your warm lips on his. With his attention completely on the feeling of your mouth slotted against his own and his arms resting loosely by his sides, you took the chance to quickly separate yourself from him, turning away and fleeing along the frosty pathway down the mountain in a desperate attempt to escape the unnerving encounter.

You couldn’t hear Albedo calling out to you or following behind you so once you had made significant distance between where you and Albedo had been standing you turned to face him. To your surprise Albedo hadn’t moved an inch, he stayed exactly as you had left him, as though suspended in the moment in which your lips left his. The only difference is that this time his eyes were ignited with a cold determination, a look you knew to be unique to Albedo when he made a breakthrough experiment, when he found an ingredient he had been scavenging for months to find, when he finally located a dusty old tome or scrap of paper which had the information he needed and now when he stared at your frame scurrying down the mountain. As the base of the mountain came into view and your nerves began to settle you realised that in your desperation to get away you had left the flowers on the snowy ground. You halted for half a second, your foot pivoting as you prepared to venture back up the winding path but as your eyes met the incline up the mountain you were filled with paralysing nausea. Every single instinct in your body was fighting against the idea of going back up the mountain. Whatever interaction you and Albedo had shared up there, a raw, primitive, instinctual part of you knew that it had been wrong, that it had been off, that if you went back up the path then you truly believed you would not make it back down the mountain for a second time.

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Almost slipping down the mountain in your haste to escape your peculiar encounter with Albedo you didn't dare stop until you reached the Adventurer’s camp on the outskirts of the mountain where you finally felt the hammering of your heart slow for the first time this morning now that you had escaped the sheer cold of Dragonspine but even then with Albedo’s peculiar behaviour these past few weeks and in particular today you still couldn't feel at ease, even as you began to trudge out of the Adventurer’s camp and back towards Dadaupa Gorge.

You almost did a double take when you saw a frantic Albedo hurrying towards Dragonspine, his hand resting tightly on the hilt of his cinnabar spindle, his body tensed and ready to pounce. “...Albedo…? How did you get down here so fast?” you called out, eyeing the alchemist wearily. You had never felt more bewildered. Upon hearing you call out to him Albedo’s hand loosened on the hilt of his blade. He ran to you and wrapped you tightly in his arms, one arm wrapped around your waist so tightly it was suffocating you, the other clawed into your hair, his fingers digging into your scalp. He pulled you close as he had on the mountain however this time he buried his head into your neck as he inhaled deeply.

As you stood there embracing the startled alchemist you could feel just how intensely his hands were trembling but you couldn't help but pry for answers in your state of bewilderment. You were certain Albedo had been behind you as you descended the mountain and even if he had followed you down (which you suspected he had) how would he have gotten ahead of you? Albedo hadn’t been leaving Dragonspine when you met him here but rather he had been approaching, he had to have come from the direction of  Mondstadt. You asked louder this time “Albedo, how did you get ahead of me?” You were up on the mountain last time I saw you.” At your declaration Albedo finally peeled his from your neck, his manic eyes darting across you assessing for any damage before he finally seemed to regain some semblance of awareness “how did i… i know dragonspine like the back of my hand Y/N. it wasn’t hard to overtake you” Albedo stated trying to steady his voice. Although it’s likely the Alchemist knew the Mountain far better than you did… you didn’t fully believe him. You couldn't fully believe him. Not when you saw how terrified Albedo had seemed as he bounded towards the mountain in such a distressed state you almost didn't recognise the alchemist, not when you felt just how tightly he had clutched onto you as though you were about to slip through his fingers, not when you could feel how frantically his heart was beating as he held you to him. 

You continued to insist Albedo explain what had happened, why he had been acting so strangely. The expression in Albedo’s eyes was unreadable, something you had never seen in the chief alchemist’s eyes before, something almost reminiscent of fear. As you both traversed down galesong hill towards the city of freedom you stopped Albedo and turned him to face you as you whispered in a pleading tone “Albedo please… just explain to me what happened up there. I’m not upset with you, I'm just confused. What happened up there? You seemed rather out of sorts.” Albedo’s lips grew into a thin line, the expression on his face was a grim one but instead of any explanation he simply pressed the back of his palm to your forehead “you’re burning up” he mutters. Yet again Albedo’s actions fill you with nothing but confusion.

“Burning up? What are you talking about Albedo? I feel fine just please, answer my question” you cry out, frustration beginning to rise as he dances around your question yet again

“Yes, you’re shivering too and it’s clear you’re in a state of confusion, from these symptoms I’d estimate that you’re suffering from the early stages of hypothermia” Albedo says in an even, methodical tone

“H-hypothermia? Albedo what on Teyvat are you-?” you pause as Albedo begins to take off his coat, wrapping it tightly around your shoulders

“Honestly you should have dressed warmer if you were planning to go to Dragonstone, you need to take better care of yourself Y/N. now come on, you’ll need to be treated for this but I'll only be able to do it back in Mondstadt where we can warm you up” Albedo said wrapping his arm around your waist as he began to walk even faster towards Mondstadt, keeping you tucked closely into his side. You didn’t feel weak and you didn’t feel tired, the rational part of your mind wanted to doubt Albedo’s diagnosis but an equally significant part of you wanted to accept what Albedo said, to dismiss this whole morning as some strange illness induced hallucination. yes that must be it... You insisted internally. You’re unwell and this illness is messing with your head like Albedo says. You’re not being completely rational so right now just need to trust Albedo and head back to Mondstadt for treatment and you need to forget how Albedo keeps glaring at Dragonspine with pure loathing as though daring the mountain itself to come and try to take you from him, It must just be the cold getting to you.

[babushkatty]

Tranquil SAGAU - Part 4

-> Part 1

-> Part 3

-> Part 5

Crepus, true to your initial assumptions of him being sunshine personified, very enthusiastically invited you over for tea once everything in the caravan was cleaned up, the wounded were attended to and the Knights of Favonius reluctantly went on their way.

And by tea, he meant dinner.

And by dinner, he meant a feast that could easily feed an army.

Truly, the Ragnvindr were rich beyond comprehension. Whatever the heart desired, it was at the table. Northern Apple Stew, Northern Smoked Chicken, Sweet Madame, Flaming Red Bolognese, Barbatos Ratatouille, Calla Lily Seafood Soup, Crem Stew, Cold Cut Platter, Satisfying Salad, Sticky Honey Roast -- all alongside many dishes you knew for a fact weren't in the game at all (there was something ravioli-adjacent, a plate of potatoes with seasonings, some dumplings, small snacks, sweet desserts and you even spied something that looked suspiciously like Meringue and was that Tofu? wasn't Tofu Liyuen?), with Apple Cider, Water, tea and a lot of fancy wine (couldn't do without wine at a winery, after all) to serve as drinks.

You had no idea how you were meant to eat so much, or how to even attempt to taste a little bit of everything without your stomach protesting. Did rich people train themselves into having a bottomless stomach so that they could eat what they were given without offending anyone?

"So, (Name)," Crepus began, fancily sipping at his fancy glass of fancy wine, "How come you and your... Friend, arrived at just the precise time to prevent any serious harm? Surely it wasn't a coincidence?"

He chuckled good-naturely as he twirled his wine in circles.

Look at Crepus, digging into the matter without sounding accusatory or condescending! In fact, he sounded eager. You could almost imagine the wagging tail and perked up ears.

Suddenly, you realized who exactly Kaeya took after in his habit of talking circles around people on a daily basis. Not entirely of course -- where Kaeya was smug and suave, Crepus was a giant fluffy friend that had you wrapped around its' paw, because how could you possibly say no to that face? You wouldn't hide anything from a friend, would you? You wouldn't, it was a friend after all, you were so comfortable around him for a reason, there was no need for suspicion and paranoia around sweet old Crepus!

You heard of people weaponizing stupidity, but weaponizing your gold-lab-like personality? That was a first and you clearly met a master of the craft.

"It's a coincidence. Dvalin took me flying every day for the past week. He sensed something off in the distance, so we went to check it out and, well... Ursa happened."

You shrug and sip at your Apple Cider.

Crepus did not look any less excited than before. If anything, he smiled wider and the imaginary tail you swore you saw picked up in speed -- contrasting greatly with Diluc who just sat in his chair silently, with his eyes burning a hole right through you.

A bit unnerving, but what could you do other than endure? Not like he was doing anything wrong, everyone did a little bit of unsettling staring every once in a while.

And besides, this wasn't the Diluc who would burn an Abyss Mage into unconsciousness just to burn them awake for information, this was a baby. A Diluc that wasn't hardened by the loss of his family, by the betrayal of his adopted brother turned Khaenri'ah spy, by the corruption of the Knights of Favonius he sincerely admired and by Snezhnaya kicking him while he was down. He was wearing his heart on his sleeve and now you got sad thinking about what would have happened had you (and Dvalin... Mostly Dvalin...) not been there to intervene.

Everything was not Daijoubu.

"Then what did you friend mean, when he said you could permamently put down Ursa?"

Crepus sounded so genuinely curious and excited, it was adorable. How was this grown ass man so cute? With that crime against humanity of a beard too? It was utter witchcraft!

For a moment, you considered lying about your situation. You considered outright saying you couldn't tell because of personal reasons. You considered following the role model of all fools, Nie Huaisang, and shaking your head out of the situation, repeatedly saying 'you didn't know, you didn't know, you really didn't know--!'

But then you realized the cat was partly out of the bag anyways (thanks Dvalin, you're as subtle as a brick to the face) and it would be just a waste of effort on your part.

"No idea. He's convinced I'm the All-Mother of Teyvat and the longer I am around, the stronger I'll get. Theoretically, it would mean I could do something about Ursa somewhere down the line, but that's if I'm the All-Mother at all, which I doubt."

(Quietly, you refused to acknowledge the part of you that has long since accepted Teyvat would never hurt you and that you may be the All-Mother. Damn Dvalin and his silver tongue, it's like Venti getting Genshin!Diluc on his side with his song all over again!)

Crepus positively shook in excitement, a grin so bright you really wished for sunglasses this time. It's like this sunshine of a man had made it his personal mission to blind you.

Diluc just looked stunned silly, eyes wide like saucers and mouth slightly open in shock.

You sip at your Apple Cider awkwardly, thanking the Archons that neither Kaeya nor the Dawn Winery staff were around to add more weirdness to this disaster of a dinner.

☆(ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ* ✨ Author Note✨

Look at me, completely ignoring Canon.

Did Crepus have a personality in Canon? Maybe. I didn't read the manga. Do I know what it might be? Nope. I didn't read the manga, so now he's an excited gold lab with a side seasoning of sly fox.

The beauty of fanfiction, reality is whatever the hell I want it to be.

Sometimes you need to just run with half a fact you probably misheard and misinterpreted to make something fun happen, SAGAU needs some fluffy vibes without the damn cult worship.

The people that know what they're doing are writing impostor AUs and cult AUs, so might as well volunteer myself as tribute for this one.

I should probably make a masterlist at some point, shouldn't I? The parts are going to grow really fast considering I keep them all short.

Something to think about.

✨Taglist✨

@game-savvy @chaoticfivesworld @mmeatt

Heeeey, mmeatt's tag works finally! It only took me 3 parts to figure it out!

Also special mention to @chaoticfivesworld who casually dropped some important lore on me in a comment, probably not realizing it would become a plothole in the future because, I repeat, I don't know canon as much as I probably should.

Yolo.

[ollyissleepy]

Give me some angsts with a happy ending? Break my heart in half then glue it back?👉🏽👈🏽🥹

Was thinking about something with kaeya x reader, where kaeya and diluc are childhood friends with reader and kaeya is just secretly head over heels for the reader, but they're best friends with diluc and feel like he doesn't have any chance with them. Like, he always sees reader holding diluc's hand, kissing his cheek, hugging him, but just bc reader is the physically affectionate type, they feel nothing romantic towards diluc. Idk maybe kaeya completely wrecked after misunderstanding some situation between them but ending up with reader in the end, and diluc being like "fucking finally"

𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐝𝐮𝐦𝐛 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞

pairings: kaeya x gn!reader summary: Kaeya sees his friend and long-time crush all cosy with someone else tags: miscommunication trope, childhood friends to lovers, disscussion on Keaya's drinking problem, Diluc is done with his two dumb friends in love, cw: drinking, mentions of alcoholism and suicide a/n: hii!! I hope you like it sorry this took so long, I don't remember the last time I touched genshin so it was a little hard writing them

The weather in Mondstadt has really been spoiling its people the past few days, the warm sun reflecting onto the lake, making it shine as if it were made out of jewels. Kaeya decides to take advantage of this situation and enjoy some sun peacefully by the lake. He makes his way towards the side gate of the city when he hears familiar voices on his right.

Kaeya's head turns towards the voices, ready to call them over. Before any sounds can leave his mind, he sees how close the two of his friends really were. Kaeya watches the way Diluc and (name) hold hands as they walk towards the man's tavern. Both of them appear to be lost in their little world, a small smile on Diluc's face as (name) tells him something. Keaya's heart sinks, his world crushing down. He couldn't help but wonder how he could miss the two of them getting so close and cosy with each other.

Cavalery Captain watches the scene before him, his eyes burning from the tears that threaten to spill out of them. His mind is screaming, begging to turn away to spare himself the pain. No matter how much every part of him wants to turn away, his body doesn't move, eyes fixated on the pair. Then, as if to rub salt into the wound across Kaeya's heart, (name) pulls Diluc in so his face is closer to theirs and kisses him on the cheek.

Kaeya notices the way Diluc looks away in embarrassment and the look of love (name) had on their face. It made Kaeya sick to his stomach, wishing he could do anything to no longer have to watch it. No matter how much he wants to move, his legs seem to be glued to where he's standing.

(Name) and Diluc seem to be saying their goodbyes as they both go their separate ways, Diluc to open the tavern and (name) to do their activities for the day. They start walking towards where Kaeya is standing, still unable to move. (Name) notices the blue-haired man and waves enthusiastically at him, their steps light as they walk up to Kaeya.

"Hey, Kaeya! Do you wa—" (Name) starts speaking once they get close enough to the man, only to get cut off."

"Sorry, I can't. I'm busy," Kaeya says in a panic, walking away quickly, afraid that they would notice how wet his eyes were.

As (name) watches Kaeya leave, their stomach drops. They desperately try to figure out what they could have done to upset him. (Name) resumes walking without the energy they had just moments ago, ready to start with their tasks.

Later that day, Kaeya finds himself at Angel's Share with a half-empty bottle of wine and a drunk bard as his only company. He hopes that alcohol would help get rid of, at least temporarily, the sadness that was slowly breaking him apart. He needed an escape, something that would help him forget the scene he saw that morning.

"So, what's with the sad face?" Venti asks, trying to pour himself another glass of wine, just to give up and drink it straight from the bottle when he couldn't aim for the glass.

"Nothing…" Kaeya murmurs; he came here to drink away his problems, not talk about them.

"Is it about that sweet crush of yours? Have them finally reject you?" Venti presses, tired of his friend putting down the drinking atmosphere. When he sees Kaeya look up at him with sad eyes, Venti smiles silly, thinking he guessed correctly. "Omg, they did!"

"Not really." Kaeya grabs the wine bottle from the table and finishes it.

"Then what's up with the sad eyes?" Venti, ever so curious, keeps asking questions, grabbing the finished bottle from his drinking buddy, and looking inside it with hopes of seeing something at the bottom.

"I think they're dating someone else," Kaeya confesses, his hands playing with the glass that was on the table, wishing he was more drunk.

"Oh, Kaeya," Venti pouts, truly saddened by Kaeya's unlucky experience with love. "Let's order another round. HEY DILUC, ANOTHER BOTTLE FOR YOUR SULKING BROTHER AND HANDSOME BARD!"

Diluc thinks about it, wondering if he should encourage his brother's drinking habits. He decides to put another bottle on Bard's tab, the last one either of them will receive that night. Diluc also makes a mental note to talk with (name) about what Kaeya just said about them dating someone that he is certain Kaeya believes is him.

"You should speak with them about it instead of making assumptions," Diluc suggests, as he places the bottle on the table.

Kaeya shakes his head, not wasting any time to grab another big sip of wine. Diluc sighs at the sight, deciding to take matters into his own hands, not wanting to hear either of his friends talk about their feelings for each other.

By the next day, Diluc comes up with an idea on how to get the two morons to talk about their feelings to each other. He had asked both of them to stop by the winery, making an excuse for either of them about the reason for their visit.

When Kaeya opens the front door to the winery, he's surprised to see his brother standing there, waiting for him. Kaeya barely gets a chance to greet him when Diluc shoves him into a room and closes the door behind him. Kaeya panics, trying to push the door open, and when that doesn't work, he tries to shout for Diluc to open them. He gives up after noticing he's only met with silence. He turns around, defeated. It's then that he notices he's not alone in the room.

(Name) stood up from where they were standing, startled by what just happened. The two of them stared at each other for a while, either of them unsure of what they should do. (Name) sits back down, playing with the hem of their clothes. Kaeya decides to move away from the door, taking a seat further away from his friend.

"Are upset with me?" (Name) mumbles, their voice so quiet he barely hears them.

"No, it's just…" Kaeyatries to explain himself but can't find the right words to do so.

"It's just what, Kaeya?" (Name) raises their voice, even though they don't mean to, frustrated with the way the man has been acting. "You've been avoiding me, making me worry. Diluc told me about how much you're drinking; something has to be wrong!"

At the mention of his brother, Kaeya looks down at his hands. He really doesn't want to talk about how he feels towards (name), knowing they're dating his brother.

"I really care about you," (name) speaks up after a moment of silence, their eyes focused on the blue-haired man.

"I know…" Kaeya admits, still not daring to look up at (name).

"I care about you more than a friend should," (name) confesses, their heart beating so hard it might break free from their body, scared their confession might destroy the friendship they had with Kaeya. "Sorry if my feeling has made you uncomfortable."

"Wait, what? I thought you and Diluc…" Kaeya starts talking, only to be interrupted.

"Oh fuck no, he's like a brother to me," (name) stopped Kaeya from finishing the sentence, not wanting to hear the end of it, disgust filling them whole.

"Can I kiss you then?" Kaeya asks, standing up from the couch and moving towards (name).

"Thought you never ask," they reply, a smug smile on their face.