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Windstill

A Linked Universe story, featuring Wind and Four.

Ao3 Link

Four's world is a mystery, full of small mouse-like people. His brother doesn't talk much about his own past, which is a shame. Fortunately, the Minish adore their hero and love to talk about his deeds. Wind just didn't realise how similar their adventures actually were. For better or worse.

Castle Town was magical in the time of the Four! Wherever Wind looked, he saw little mouse people running around, taking care of things, chatting with each other or following people around to find jobs to do. At least, that's what Four said.

“Minish people thrive on gratitude. The more they can help you, the healthier and happier they are,” said the small smith as they moved along the streets of the town. The air was warm on his skin, reflecting the cheerful atmosphere of the people around him.

“You know, it would be even better to know where they are,” said a gruff voice beside their Smith. Wind looked over Four's shoulder at a face filled with concentration as he walked. He snorted upon seeing it. “You look constipated, Twi.“

“Yeah, well—” his older brother started, looking down at his feet again, “you can see the Minish right now; I don’t want to step on them.” A nice gesture, Wind thought, looking in front of the trio again. None of the Minish seemed to be walking on the street; they were all walking on the kerb.

At that, he heard two giggles coming from the Ranchers' pelt. He looked at the two Minish ladies — at least, Four said they were girls — who were giggling and gushing about Twilight. He couldn’t understand what they were saying because of the distance, but judging by Four's face, it was probably similar to the way Maggie talked about her ehh...admirer.

“You don't need to walk like that,” Four called out as he moved along and crossed a bridge leading to a more secluded area of the town. “The Minish have their own paths, of course,” he said, looking their brother in the face as they passed a patch of crimson and lilac daisies. “And Winds right, you look constipated.”

Twilight sighed and shifted the large box on his shoulder slightly higher. The contents rattled against each other inside the box. “How come you two are in such a teasing mood?” Twilight asked, not really expecting an answer. Hearing his youngest brothers chuckle, he decided not to complain.

They all knew that Wind was the youngest of the heroes, but Twilight didn't know how old the Smithy was. However, his instincts kicked in when he saw Four. It was like when he saw the children of Ordona.

He couldn't be too far off.

Four pointed to a large bush in front of them as they approached it. “Well, that’s a nice shop,” Wind said sarcastically, following Four and Twilight around it. They found stairs going down into the ground. He gasped with excitement and hurried to the front to walk — or rather, hop — down the stairs.

A hidden shop inside a bush!

He jumped down the last step, grinning as he looked up. At the back of the room, in front of him, stood a man behind a counter, writing something down. The man looked up, a surprised expression on his face. This quickly morphed into a smile and he waved at him. "Well, hello there, new person!"

He heard Four and Twilight join him on the floor, especially weighed down by the box. “Ah, and if it isn't Link and another new person as well! Welcome, welcome,' the shopkeeper said, moving from the counter towards them. “Carlov, it’s good to see you again.” Four said, lifting his hand in greeting.

Ignoring it completely, Carlov ruffled Fours' hair with a good laugh while their brother complained loudly. He turned to Twilight and held out his hand. “I'm Carlov, the owner of this little building. I suppose you two are his new travelling companions?” he asked, nodding his head towards Wind. Wind nodded enthusiastically and continued to look around.

The walls were covered in shelves filled with items of various sizes. Behind the counter were tables, some strange machines, and beyond those, some tools for woodcarving. Sky's looked similar.

“That would be us. It’s nice to meet you, sir,” Twilight replied, taking the merchant’s hand. Carlov smiled and moved to take the box from her shoulder. ‘Carlov will do just fine,’ he said, lifting the box and moving back behind the counter to put it on one of the tables.

“Anyway, I hope Link hasn’t caused you too much trouble. Hylia knows how much trouble he can get into,” he laughed. Four crossed his arms and glared at Carlov. Well, as mean as he could manage, with his face shining bright red with embarrassment.

Twilight laughed wholeheartedly while Wind continued to look through the wall shelves. They held little statues depicting various places and people. There were Minish wearing all kinds of clothes and monsters that Wind had seen on his travels, as well as some he had never seen before. And there was...

“He's not a problem. Our Smithy actually helps to keep the group calm,” Twilight replied delightedly in response to Carlove's previous statement. He stood beside Four and laid a hand on his shoulder. The teased smith tried to brush Twilight's hand away, but he just laughed and continued to hold his shoulders, much to the smith's embarrassment. “I will never take you anywhere again, you wet dog!”

Carlov laughed heartily and leaned on the table. 'There's the boy we know,' he sighed, wiping a tear from his eye. 'Every part of him is as mischievous as the next.' Four narrowed his eyes at the older man, preparing to retort, when—

“Smithy!”

—he was interrupted by an excited-looking Wind pointing at the figurines on the shelf. ‘That’s you, right?’ he half-yelled across the room. On closer inspection, he was pointing at a small statue of a boy in a green tunic with blonde hair and a green hat.

The Hero of the Minish. Later, he was also known as the Hero of the Four Sword.

Wind thought he heard Four mutter something about 'his suffering', but he turned around too quickly and started talking to the Carlov again before Wind could get an answer out of him.

He chuckled and turned back to the statue, startling at what he saw. The two Minish ladies were standing by the statue, cooing at it.

The woman in green held her hand (or was it a paw?) against her cheek and giggled lightly. “Gosh, I remember when he was this small, coming to us with muddy clothes.”

The other woman, who was wearing red and had a winter hat over her ears, shook her head and crossed her arms. “That boy still visits with torn clothes,” she said.

Wait, did they know Four when he was younger? Four was very secretive about his past (he basically lives for drama), so they didn't know much. But here was his chance to find out more about his life!

He leaned down towards the Minish and laid his hands softly on the board.

“Excuse me?” he asked, immediately gaining the attention of both Minish. “Yes, dear?” asked the red Minish, walking a little towards him.

“Do you know Smi—er, I mean, Link when he was younger?” he asked carefully. They wouldn't know him as Smithy, but as Link. Names can be very confusing. The Minish turned their heads to the side and giggled. ‘Do I know him? Which Minish doesn't know him!' she said, walking back to the other Minish and pointing at the statue depicting his brother.

“He defeated the sorcerer Vaati and brought peace to Hyrule more than once. I was very surprised to hear how old he actually was when he first interacted with us,” she continued. But before she could say anything else, her Minish friend laid a hand on her shoulder.

“When I met him,” she began, gesturing around with her other hand, “he was definitely too old to see us. But I think Sage Ezlo was responsible for him being able to see us. Even still!” She turned to him, gave him a good look over, then continued moving through the statues, pulling her friend along by the hand.

“You too, boy. You seem too old to acknowledge us,” she said, leaving him with no choice but to follow them. Well, they are short steps, but steps nonetheless!

“I was once blessed by the Great Deku Tree and the Koroks. They are forest magic, so maybe that’s why?” he said, more in the way of a question than he would have liked. He should be proud of what he has achieved; he is proud of it! But the chance to hear about what Four, who was around his age, did on his first quest makes him a little nervous.

“Whatever the reason, we are happy that you are here,” said the red-clothed Minish, and they stopped in front of a statue of a beautiful winged women.

Green, yellow and blue — all light colours. “These are the Great Faeries that Link encountered during his adventures. They blessed him and guided him along the right path.”

“Fairies…” Wind mumbled, feeling his face twist in confusion. His Great Fairies were puppet-like creatures, not elegant like these ones, but more like beings that had once been twisted.

Oh well, floods do that to you.

“You see, both the Minish and the Faeries are beings of pure magic. A Faerie is pure magical energy, while the Minish are bound to forest magic, and to a certain extent, to human emotions and feelings,” she continued, explaining as she walked. The blue Minish interlocked their arms as they walked, leaning against her.

They passed lots of statues, some of people he had seen in the town and some of buildings, as well as lots of creatures he had never seen before. There was also a statue of four men with a plaque saying ‘Tingle’s brothers’. They knew that the man had been around in their time, just like another travelling merchant. But, for Time's sake, they decided not to talk about it too much.

“Unlike some creatures who are made of dark magic,” she said, before being interrupted by her friend: “And shadow magic! Dealing with the aftermath of that mirror was a pain,” she complained, ears pinned back in displeasure.

Yes, no — he was going to ignore that. Their smithy had already complained enough about dark magic; he didn't need to hear about another version of it.

In front of him were huge statues of creatures he had never seen before. He imagined they were some kind of leaders, or at least very strong.

Big green and blue Chuchu.

"They terrorised us when the box containing all evil was opened in the castle."

Big Octorok.

"In the forests, in the mountains—

Gleerok.

Even in the sky, we weren’t left unharmed.”

Gyorg Pair.

“There was a lot of destruction and pain,” she explained, pulling the other Minish closer to her.

Mazaal.

‘But in the end, everything turned out well,’ she reassured her saddened friend, who smiled at her. ‘Link, despite being young, decided to take matters into his own hands.’ As they approached the three large purple and gold statues, he felt like he was intruding on something. Something that his time wouldn't know about anymore. Something that was all lost.

Wind couldn’t begin to imagine the pain his brother endured to save this era. But then again, perhaps he could.

“In the end, he slew a brother of ours who let his desires overtake him.”

Vaati’s Wrath

It was a massive statue, black and purple, adorned with gold. Its red eye seemed to stare directly into Wind's very existence. The wood it stood on didn’t seem worthy of its presence. It was as if it would rip the winds out of Wind's hands and use them — his own gift — against him. It was as if he was standing on top of a tower and everything around him was crumbling. Was that a bell coming from below- no in front of him?

It's a sword that pierces and absorbs souls. His soul, their soul. It's gone. He is gon-

“Sailor?” A hand touched his shoulder, forcing him out of his thoughts. "Huh?!" he exclaimed, staring into dark brown eyes. Oh, it’s Four. He's here. “Smithy, what’s up?” he asked, delighted. It was nice to see his brother.

“I’m finished here. Do you want to stay a little while, or are you ready to go?” Four asked, as the two little Minish ladies walked up to him and climbed onto his outstretched hand. They settled together on his shoulder.

His brother looked at the statues in front of him and his expression turned sour. “That would be Vaati,” he said, looking at Wind again. But he didn't just look at him as he normally would; he stared at him as if trying to find something in him. Something he didn't even know existed.

After a moment's hesitation, he asked, “Who is he?” Four tilted his head and turned around. He grabbed Wind's shoulder, not unkindly, and pulled him towards the stairs.

Twilight was still chatting with Carlov.

“You guys know that, besides Ganon, I fought another being,” he stated. Yes, Wind knew. They all did. Four is sometimes reluctant to talk about his adventures, especially when it comes to the people affected by them. He keeps most of it to himself because he loves to cause drama, but he hides some of it because it’s painful.

Like the eyes. Four is not a fan of eyes. Now Wind knows why. He nodded. They reached the stairs. Four let Wind go.

“That’s the other guy I fought,” he said, stopping. “Multiple times, but with a different mind.”

“A different mind?” Wind asked, looking back at the statue. But he was interrupted by Four giving him a warning look.

He sighed and crossed his arms. “I’m pretty sure that last time I saw him, he was just being puppeteered by Ganon.” The Minish on his shoulder looked at each other, then back at him. Sure, alright then.

“A puppet, huh?” Wind asked, somewhat surprised. A few memories of fairies and a large marionette-like being appeared in his mind.

Four laughed sombrely. “It seems like we share more than just a shield.”

They do.

Four turned around to face the room and looked at their older brother. “Yo, Rancher!” he called, and without waiting for a response, he started to walk up the stairs.

“What is it? Hey, Smithy!” Twilight stuttered, giving Carlov a quick goodbye. Wind called out a 'Goodbye' as he followed their brother up the stairs.

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Weather Vane

A Linked Universe story, featuring Legend and Sky.

Ao3 Link

Summary: "When you go out, say hello to the weather vane. Only those who do are safe" In Sky's opinion, this is a very bold statement. A statement he is sure won't bring him or his brothers down. After all, actions speak louder than words...right?

It was a quiet morning, in Sky's opinion. A morning that he should have slept through.

Late last night, the heroes discovered a portal and decided to go through it. It probably wasn't the smartest thing they'd ever done, but the weather was lousy, they were in an awful region and even his patience was starting to unravel.

Their recklessness was rewarded though, kicking the group out among the bees and apples. The veteran's house was at their back and without much hesitation the owner took his key and unlocked the door.

It was a pleasant and quiet morning and yet something was wrong. He couldn't hear the birds outside yet, even though the windows were open, but the dawn was already shining into the large room, elegantly beginning to spread across the sky. He is awake, earlier than anyone else. Something very unusual.

Even back then at the academy, not a week went by without him waking up way too late at least twice. Most days he didn't even have time to have breakfast before class.

Sky was awake and looked around. His brothers were lying around him on various pieces of furniture. First he caught sight of Smithy. Even though he was the smallest of them all, he couldn't forget what it felt like to have his smallest brother with him at night. Before he continued to check on the others, he pulled the blacksmith's blanket up higher and made sure everything disappeared under it so he wouldn't get cold in Sky's absence.

He already knew he wouldn't be able to sleep again soon. 

Opposite them was the captain, who had made himself comfortable in an armchair. His legs were hanging over the backrest, but he didn't seem to mind too much.

Next he spotted the rancher and the cook. Both close to each other and no doubt they would stay that way. At least until the cook wakes up. He always likes to have food ready when the first people are awake. Nice of him, but Sky thinks he should sleep in too.

Next to last were Time and Wind. Time was half-sitting half-lying on the couch, while the Sailor was leaning his back against his leg.

As Sky sat up and stretched, stifling a yawn, he looked at the Collector's bed and saw the Wanderer lying in it all alone. The blanket, which is normally always shaken off at night, lay over him completely and carefully. Even if he wanted to, he couldn't hide his gentle smile. Looking out of the window, he caught sight of his brother, who was probably the most withdrawn of them all. Sky wondered whether he was doing this because of a complete lack of interest in the others or whether there were deeper reasons. Reasons that not even his younger brother himself knew.

He picked up the gift from Zelda that he always carried with him and placed it carefully over his shoulders, wrapping himself in it. With a new goal set, he went to the door.

Before he pushed down the door handle, he gave the room another look. When he saw Hyrule, however, he was able to rule out a few of the reasons and left the house with a gentle disposition to join his brother.

There was a bird statue next to the house. When they went in the previous night, Sky gave it a little smile and instinctively called out to his other soul half. It didn't answer him, but it still gave him a sense of peace. Yesterday the statue had been asleep, but now it was awake with the light rays of the sun, moving gently in the wind.

Legend sat cross-legged in front of it, one arm braced on his knee with his face in his hand, the other resting simply on his leg. His eyes were closed and Sky couldn't make out his expression, but he realised that he probably shouldn't disturb him. If you took his body posture away, it seemed like he was...

"Have you grown roots yet?" Legend asked him without turning his head, but he was now looking into lilac eyes. Sky laughed softly and waved slightly, "I didn't want to disturb you, just seeing if you wanted company," after looking at the Hamonic image in front of him again, he continued, "but I think I'm just disturbing you."

Legend narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at him searchingly, "You can stay here if you want." And with a shrug, he added "don't feel forced". Sky paused for a moment, did Legend just want to be alone or did he want someone with him?  The veteran always kept his feelings close to himself, Sky sometimes found it difficult to decipher him. 

He mentally shrugged his shoulders and sat down next to him. If Legend didn't want something, he would say so.

They sat quietly for a while, Legend in thought and he himself trying to shake off his morning fatigue. He only half succeeded.

"Sky?" asked a quiet and not entirely clear voice next to him. He hummed to show him that he was listening. "How... how important is Hylia to you?" he asked. His voice betrayed disinterest, but Sky knew him better. He asked hesitantly, but why? He turned his head towards him. Behind his eyes, a great storm was preparing. A storm that would become a breeze if Sky had a say in it.

"She's my goddess," he replied without really thinking, "and kind of my girlfriend, I guess. Both things that were true, but most days he preferred to ignore the fact that his girlfriend seemed a little more than human. "She is a gentle but determined person and led my home to heaven to protect us" after a short pause he exhaled, "I am grateful to her for what she has given us and know that she has given us life. But sometimes I wish things had turned out differently. He certainly won't go down that line of thought now.

This was about Legend, not himself.

Legend gave a small sigh and mumbled an "understand". Sky looked at him, his hand playing with the grass on his legs, his hair not moving on this windless morning, and moved a little closer to him. "That wasn't what you were looking for, was it?"

Sky and Legend were close. Closer than a couple of their brothers, but not as close as they could be. It reminded him of one of his friends back in his time. He didn't have red hair, but the pink streak was similar enough. It wasn't difficult for Sky to take Legend gently in his arms and stop the world for a moment so that he could rest. If only he would allow it.

"Hylia..." the veteran began to say carefully, as if he might hurt Sky with his next words. "I didn't even know who Hylia was before we met," he continued digressively. "We use the word Hylia to address the majority of people here, but never as a goddess."

Sky knew that in different times, gods and saints were viewed differently to his. He himself knew nothing of the three golden goddesses until Time and Wind told him about them. In Legend's case, however, he didn't have a holy person he could look up to and beg for a blessing. At least none that he knew of.

"Do you have a holy person here?" Sky asked with curiosity. Legend turned his head and dropped slightly to the side so he could look at him more easily and answered. "Remnants of a religion that hasn't fully established itself in Hyrule. The church is part of it." Sky didn't know what a church was, but if it meant anything to Legend, he'd like to know more about it.

"So do you have someone? Or more than one?" he continued to ask, a slight hope spreading through Sky for whatever reason.

Legend sighed and looked at the statue again. "In theory? But the faith is not really practised here. However, Hyrule has told of the same faith, so I think it has become more important over time."  Sky nodded and turned his attention to the bird statue in front of him.

"No, my Hyrule has no gods, but we do have fables and, well, legends," he grinned and then sighed.

He himself listened tensely as the first winds ran through his hair and the wooden bird moved more strongly in the breeze. 

"And her?" Sky asked, pointing at the statue of the bird. Legend looked at him in confusion for a second and chuckled lightly. "Well, he-" and Sky chuckled, slightly ashamed "-is... well, we all don't really know."

Legend pointed upwards to the statue with an open hand. "We call these statues 'Weather Vane'. They represent a friend of the Great Fairy Venus." Now he pointed with his hand behind them into the distance. There he could see a huge house, with...part of it moving?

"Where the big house is, the 'House of Gale', the Great Fairy once lived, but she asked the princess if they could have a House built there so that an old friend could find her." he heard Legend sigh again. Not far from them, the bushes and trees began to rustle as the first animals left their homes and went in search of food. "At least that's what Venus told me in private," he pointed to the bird again with an open hand, "those statues were there before, and they say you should greet them in the morning for a safe day."

As Sky turned his gaze away from the house in the distance, he saw Legend, whose head was now resting on his legs, looking ahead with heavy eyes. Oh, had Sky crossed a line? He hoped not.

Before Sky could apologise for his words, his brother gave a wet huff. "God, why am I even telling you this, you didn't ask for any of it," he muttered, and Sky was sure he shouldn't have heard that.

The winds seemed to wake him up completely now, as he noticed how the veteran's hands were slightly cramped, as if he was trying to grab something but wouldn't let himself. The look in his eyes promised anything but calm and what made a Link so strong. Sitting in front of him was not a strong warrior who could strike down opponents without hesitation, but a young person who had already seen far too much of the world. A world that did not want the best for him.

Sky had always been the youngest in the academy, so he had no real experience with younger people and what they needed, but he had been travelling with his new group for some time. He was no longer the youngest and he had a bit of practice now.

He took his cloak from his shoulders and laid it meekly over Legend's own. The latter looked at him in confusion, but pulled the cloak further around his shoulders.

Sky gave him a gentle smile and hung his head a little. "If you don't want to, you don't have to tell me anything. However, I'm here for you" Sky's smile turned sheepish, "even if I don't understand everything".

Legend looked at him with wide eyes as his hands reached deep into the fabric of the cloth. A moment passed between them without either of them saying anything. Then two moments, then three. Until Legend dropped his head on his knee with a little too much momentum for Sky's liking and picked himself up completely.

"It's nothing big," he snorted, looking everywhere but Sky. Okay then…this wasn’t sad but whatever this was, it wasn't Sky's plan either.

"These statues are all over Hyrule and Lorule-" Whatever is Lorule ? "-, maybe I destroyed it in Kakariko once and got told off for it, whatever." Legend fizzled out quickly, kicking the earth back and forth in front of him.

Well, he wasn't sad anymore, but now he seemed pretty annoyed. Legend waved his hands back and forth, pointing his finger at the statue in front of them. "Since whenever anyone has seen me praying to him, I've been told off and told that he won't save my day. Whatever!" he huffed and crossed his arms.

"It's not like he's really protecting you!"

Sky paused for a moment and took a good look at the bird statue. The stone block on which it was sitting was covered with some grass and moss, but only what could grow in a few months. The bird didn't look too old either, as if it had been repainted this year. Overall, it didn't look shabby at all. You could see the signs of the years, but you can't prevent that.

The boy next to him didn't stop talking, or rather didn’t stop complaining.

Oh Legend...What would Sky do just to be able to give him a hug? However, he knows very well that this would not be well received.

"I think," Sky began as Legend got a little more settled. His brother stopped talking immediately. "You shouldn't believe everything people tell you".

However, he now looked at Sky in confusion, "Yes, obviously. There are far too many liars and thieves in the world," he said as if this was a fact that everyone should know. And yes, everyone should know this, but not everyone is old enough to understand it properly. Maybe he should...

"Even friends and family don't always tell you the truth, for a variety of reasons," Sky formulated with carefully chosen words. He didn't need to make Legend think that one of them was lying to him.

"What's your point here?" Legend questioned, pulling the cloth closer to him again, as if it could give him the comfort Sky wanted to give him. At least part of him could do that now.

He thought for a moment, considered his sentences which were spoken from the heart but not with complete logic and came to a conclusion.

He exhaled dramatically and stretched his arms above his head in a stretching position, "oh who knows," he then said in a voice far too loud that morning. A morning Sky would not soon forget, but a rosy morning he would not give away.

Now Legend looked at him with perplexity written all over his face and moved his hand slightly, as if he wanted to grab Sky's thoughts and read them himself. Not that he could, both their scripts were too different for that and the nuts they ate at the beginning of their journey couldn't translate writings for them.

"Yes, I hope you do! Why are you even awake yet?! Has the lack of sleep taken your brain cells?" Legend asked indignantly, but without any anger behind his words. Sky just laughed heartily and stood up.

He patted his clothes clean of the light dirt he got on his trousers while sitting and turned to Legend with a closed-mouth grin. "Maybe so, oh how can you wake me up so early?" he shrugged and turned to the door. He went to the it with a lighter heart, while Legend stammered behind him and continued to babble something about 'not awake and 'sleep'.

When he was inside again, he closed the door quietly behind him and looked up in surprise when he saw Twilight's blue eyes. The older man raised an eyebrow as if to ask what had happened. Sky just gave him a pure smile. They both knew he wasn't remotely innocent in this situation, but Twilight just rolled his eyes with one of his tired smiles and leaned back into Wild again. The latter slept through the whole interaction.

Legend wasn't completely wrong though, it was far too early for him to be awake. So he went back to his sleeping place next to Four and lay down next to him. Four grumbled slightly and turned to him. Sky was already lying down again and put one arm around Four's small figure.

Four turned his head up to look at Sky. His brown eyes were still completely hazy from sleep and Sky knew their smith could go back to sleep. So he stroked blond hair and 'shh'ed in the hope that sleep would pull him back down. Not 10 seconds passed and Four's breathing was slow and deep again.

Sky checked one last time that the blanket was properly over both of them and followed his companions into the land of dreams.

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In Care and Health

A Linked Universe story featuring: Legend, Warriors and some slight Wind.

Summary: Not everyone knows how to deal with a worried and absent mind. Well, at least they're not alone, even if it's the opposite of what they want.

"Oh, he'd cause havoc if he was conscious enough." Legend looked over at his right, sitting down by his side. Wars chuckled and gave the younger man a nudge against his shoulder, as was their custom. Legend replied, leaning against his shoulder for a moment before taking a breath and leaving him.

Warriors looked down again, brushing golden curls from a sweaty forehead. Some of Wind's hair clung to his temple and neck, a fever pulling their youngest down and out of action. "With everyone here like this, not a chance. He would just pretend to be fine and try to move on," he sighed, concern in his tone.

He heard a hum from their Veteran and let his eyes slip shut, breathing calmly and trying to keep his mind in this moment, around the fire with his brothers.

He had lost many people close to him to illness and disease. The captain was certain that Wind would not give in to his fate, but he also knew that knowing and believing were not the same thing. After a while of just being, he felt a pressure against his side.

He puffs out air, a smile starting to graze his lips. "What's got you in such a mood today, Vet?" he asked, smirking at Legend. In retaliation, he felt a hand stop him from caressing Wind's hair.

"I could ask you the same" Legend stated. His voice was somber, clearly, like himself, not quite in the present. They had only just jumped between worlds again, leaving Winds home behind and not recognising which time they were in. Jumping worlds had left them confused. At worst, they were unable to function, for a short while.

It felt strange not knowing where he was, where they were in time, how far away from home. But there was nothing to worry about. The portals would keep coming. That thing would keep coming-

He felt a breeze on his cheek and looked around, confused, until his eyes met those of Legend. "Did you just blow at me?" he asked, perplexed, eyebrows scrunching together. Legend broke eye contact, exhaled, and reclined his head on his shoulder. The hand, still in his grip, began to play with his fingers.

Wars figured it was some sort of unconscious action. "It brought you back to me, didn't it?" the younger man said, not really paying attention as he stared into the fire in front of them. Before he could respond, the young boy lying on his lap began to squirm.

Despite being unable to do much of anything right now, Wind was still able to complain about how cold he was. It was amusing, if you ignored the faint coughing that shuddered his body. Tenderly, he pulled his blue scarf over the small body to cover it better.

"You're one to judge, Vet. You're gone too," he declared, pulling his arm free and wrapping it around the younger man's shoulders, drawing him closer. The Veteran didn't respond. His eyes were half-lidded as he continued to play with his fingers.

Their other companions were with them, either on their own or quietly chatting. He gazed fondly at them all and gently placed his head on Legends' own. He received little response, except for some slight adjustments.

They were here with him, recovering in their own ways, physically or mentally. And if he joined them in their evening slumber after meeting their eldest gaze to make sure everyone was accounted for? He knew the boys by his side would be pleased that he was able to rest.

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Hsr Voicelines about...

Voicelines from the characters from Honkai: Star Rail about the player/reader. Written as platonic.

Part 6: <Stellaron Hunters>

Kafka

About You: We oh so happened to stumble across eachother. It was during a mission and Elio didn't mention anything about them, so I didn't really bother with them. The end result was the same.

Chat-Regard: An amusing one. Whenever the script leads me to them, they try to stay out of my way, but they never quite leave. They just watch. Maybe next time I'll just ask.

Added to Team: Come on now, we don't have much time.

Parting: Some people even Destiny can't help. But even then, you don't ignore them, do you?

Blade

About You: Instead of using a sword to defend themselves, they use their words. At least until their throat is cut open

Chat-Regard: There's no value in talking to them, they can't help plan my funeral, even if they so desire.

Added to Team: I doubt you want me to use my blade.

Parting: Forget. That way, your heart won't be tainted by pain if we are not to be met again.

Silver Wolf

About You: They are different. They know they are different, I know they are different, they know I know they are different and so on. Really, they are the ones who need to take a break more often.

Chat-Regard: We were both in a competition that neither of us really wanted to be in. I played for honour and they… well, I don't know. They couldn't beat me, of course, but they took second place with a smile and congratulated me. Too bad the IPC broke up the place and cut our convo short.

Added to Team: Hey, if you need help with your characters, just say so. No need to get all fancy.

Parting: Should I go offline? Perhaps you are the one who should. And this is coming from me

Firefly

About You: Before I met them, Sam actually met them once on a mission. Fortunately, like any sensible person, they ran away when they saw him doing his job. They are terrible at hiding, though.

Chat-Regard: It's very unusual for me to be out and about, but once I actually met them and somehow we got to talking and went out for cake. They are very nice to talk to.

Added to Team: If they won't cooperate, we'll do it my way.

Parting: I really enjoyed it, maybe we can meet again in the future?

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Part 5: <Penacony>

Aventurine

About You: I wonder if they really are fools, or if they are just pretending to be so that they can carry out their plan.

Chat-Regard: I admit, at first I thought they had an ulterior motive. But after a long period of observation, I think they are just doing what they want to do. And they enjoy it.

Added to Team: Mm, let's see what kind of bargain you'll make.

Parting: Next time I will introduce you to some… fun games. If we meet again, of course.

Boothill

About You: A fudgin' shame that young'un's a pacifist. But I reckon some things ain't settled with 'an ace in the hole, but with their ace high.

Chat-Regard: Well, looks like they know a bit 'bout fixin' up them robots, but I’ll be damned if I let 'em near mine. Let that sugar mess with them nails of theirs if that's what they wanna. They even wrangled me into joinin' somehow.

Added to Team: Lemme show ya how it's done, partner

Parting: That work ain't no joke, so best up and go while ya can

Gallagher

About You: They have a strange fascination with the history of Penacony. I answered their questions, all truthfully of course, but this old dog's memory isn't what it used to be.

Chat-Regard: Alcoholic beverages are not for children. Despite this, they insisted they were old enough. After giving them one of the lighter drinks, they immediately asked for a 'Wintery Garden'. Jeez, kids these days!

Added to Team: Invite the ol' man to a get-together? Well, why not, I have the time.

Parting: It's getting late. Maybe it's your time to go home.

Misha

About You: (Name)? Well, there are many people who have stayed at the hotel with that name, but since you ask, I think I know who you mean.

Chat-Regard: They are very interested in the history of Penacony. I answered their question, but there wasn't much information I could give them. I told them to ask some of the family members, and by the looks of it, they did. Still… they didn't seem happy.

Added to Team: Oh! Let me help you! I think I know a faster way.

Parting: Next time you visit the hotel, we have to go to the theatre! Only if you want to, of course hehe.

Robin

About You: It is always a pleasure to talk to them. They don't know who I am, so it's always funny to see their reaction when people come up to me and strike up a conversation. I think they think I just have a lot of friends.

Chat-Regard: They travelled far and wide among the stars, but in that time they developed two left feet. i still enjoy dancing with them and it seems they get better with every step!

Added to Team: Let's have a rest after this.

Parting: I look forward to seeing you again, may that time come soon.

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Part 4.2: <Xianzhou>

Imbibitor Lunae

About You: In the many encounters we had, only in a few did they see this. They never treated me unkindly. Just with more fascination.

Chat-Regard: They always looked at me out of the corner of their eyes. Not subtle at all. Turns out they just want to practice braiding my hair. Whenever I let them, it's quite… relaxing.

Added to Team: Looks like I don't have to cover you anymore. Nevertheless, I will be here if you need me.

Parting: I wonder what you will experience in our time apart. Don't forget to remember.

Bailu

About You: They come in with an injured person, and when they come back they have another injured person for me to treat. Do they just help or should I report them?

Chat-Regard: An amazing hide-and-seek player! The Preceptors weren't too pleased when they found out it was them who had been hiding me. They tried to scold them with a polite front, but they retreated even more polite, which meant passive-aggressively.

Added to Team: Hey! Be careful of who you mess with! I can't be by your side all the time.

Parting: Don't forget the medicine. I went to a lot of trouble to make it. Well, it wasn't an issue, but still!

Yukong

About You: Qingni and they are similar in many ways. Determined, kind, always willing to help and giving me more grey hairs.

Chat-Regard: The Loufu try never to involve outsiders in their affairs, but sometimes it's unavoidable. They helped us once, but they were hurt a little. I remember helping to patch them up on the field, and Lieutenant Yanqing spending time with them while they recovered. Yanqing wasn't badly hurt in the battle, but I suspect he pretended to be for their sake.

Added to Team: I like your passive approach to this kind of situation. Let me show you a way to improve it.

Parting: If you ever encounter a problem that is too big for you, don't hesitate to consult me.

Tingyun

About You: The first time they visited my shop they were completely confused as to what it was all about. Later that day we both went out and bought them a jade bracelet. I paid for it as a courtesy and welcome gift from the Loufu.

Chat-Regard: I always appreciate their presence around me. They seem to put the customers and everyone else in a better mood, including me. In return, they get to meet the different faces of the Xianzhou. A plus in both our books, I would say.

Added to Team: Oh, it's the dear helper. What can I do for you today?

Parting: Don't forget to come by again. I will have new merchandise then!

Qingque

About You: So hard working. I can't understand where they get all this determination for their work. And they don't even want anything in return?! I think I need to do an intervention.

Chat-Regard: I like having them around. It gives me a break from the work of the Divine Commissions. Especially when the Master Diviner sends me to help them around the place. Always relaxing.

Added to Team: Come with me! I need to teach you more about Heavenly Jade.

Parting: Now Now, don't even think about working overtime. The Master Diviner would normally get my but for that, but let's relax for now.

Xueyi

About You: Serving under the Ten Lord Commission was part of the deal I made with them. When it was mentioned to them, they were quite… upset. Their view of the Loufu was very positive, very naive.

Chat-Regard: They have a soft heart, but always seem to carry a tone of sadness with them when we talk about my… profeciencie. I still enjoy spending time with them, even if it's infrequently.

Added to Team: You'll be protected by the Ten Lords as long as you stay by my side.

Parting: In the Living World, I hope to see you again.

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Part 4.3: <Xianzhou>

Jing Yuan

About You: We were introduced with not much time, but they appear to be an...exceptional individual. They seem to have a genuine heart, but that has yet to be judged.

Chat-Regard: They remind me of Yanqing. Eager to please and even more eager to learn. Once I rambled on for hours, and they sat patiently and peppered me with questions.

Added to Team: An interesting tactic, but perhaps we should keep it on the low for now.

Parting: If you ever wish to know more, the seat of divine foresight and its records are at your disposal. The doors will be open.

Yanqing

About You: The esteemed guest? The General said to treat them kindly, as if I were approaching them with ill intent. There is absolutely no need for that, and it would reflect badly on the Cloud Knights.

Chat-Regard: Our interests don't match very well. I am good at swordplay and they are great at creation. Vice versa, it's the opposite. But a sword existence needs knowledge and love in equal measure. We'll find a balance one day.

Added to Team: Practice? Of course! Let's see how much you've improved since we last met.

Parting: Next time you're here, let's visit the Artisanship Commission, I must show you my favourite stalls.

Fu Xuan

About You: Of course, as all things should be, I anticipated their arrival. There was nothing threatening about them, so I didn't inform the General about them. In return, he kept a close eye on them. Did I miss something…

Chat-Regard: I once offered to predict their day and their decisions. They had never seen me predict anything before, so I may or may not have taken the chance to make their day a little easier. Nothing big, just a little stress relief.

Added to Team: I will show you the easiest way for your mind to deal with this.

Parting: In the evening I visit the Dragon Lady for a refreshing cup of tea. You should join me.

Jingliu

About You: There have been many like them in the past, in the here and now. There is no need to wonder if there will be people like them in the future.

Chat-Regard: They understand the concept of battle and war, and why it is necessary to fight in them. But they refuse to use their swords and draw blood. Will this lead them to victory? Or their own demise.

Added to Team: Finally drawing your sword ?

Parting: Perhaps next time I will see the real reason for your actions.

Loucha

About You: Their talents are quite intriguing, though they seem unaware of the full extent of their power. Perhaps a lack of creativity?

Chat-Regard: Despite their lack of confidence in their own abilities, they went and protected me in the heat of battle. But I wonder… who needs the protection here?

Added to Team: Don't forget to rest later, perhaps my medical skills can help?

Parting: I'll be around for a while, so don't hesitate to seek me out if you're hurt.

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Part 4.1: <Xianzhou> <Yaoqing and Zhuming >

Feixiao

About You: Quick-witted and open-hearted. The same can't be said for their fighting.

Chat-Regard: I have always thought about raising a disciple, especially after seeing how Yanqing has fared. I can't stop thinking about it, but they immediately fell off the list. They are too good-hearted. Under Jiaoqi's care, though, they would work wonders.

Added to Team: Don't worry, I'll take them. Make sure no one gets me from behind.

Parting: Another day comes to an end. Hey, how about we grab a bite before we part? My treat.

Jiaoqiu

About You: Even without senses, you would know immediately that they were there. For better or for worse.

Chat-Regard: They claim to be able to handle spices. Some they have, some they haven't even tried. Perhaps they're afraid of an allergic reaction if they haven't tried it. If so, that's a valid but inconvenient concern. If not…

Added to Team: Stay by my side. You are terribly fragile for the amount of kindness you give.

Parting: Let's meet up with the others and have dinner before you leave.

Moze

About You: On their first visit to the General, they made a terrible mess. I cleaned it up afterwards, of course. I should make sure it doesn't happen again in the future.

Chat-Regard: Feixiao told me to keep an eye on them when they were arguing with people who were causing trouble. Once their opponents became aggressive, so I tried to intervene. They stopped me before I could clean up the place and we left before they could be harmed. Then they insisted on lecturing me. It was longer than the healers' lectures.

Added to Team: Stand back, I will deal with them quickly.

Parting: I will see you around. You probably won't.

Yunli

About You: Yanqing introduced us and, as I do, I invited them to spar so that we could get to know each other. To this day, we have never crossed swords! They say 'You shouldn't fight unless provoked' and 'One of us might get seriously hurt'. I don't understand them. Suit yourself, I suppose.

Chat-Regard: I think I'm beginning to understand why they don't want to draw their weapons. They try to solve everything peacefully. It takes a lot more time, but it is also more efficient. I guess we both spar in different ways.

Added to Team: HEY, if you want to pick on them, you have to go through me first!

Parting: Oh! Oh! Before you go, how about we go to one of my favourite restarounds? My treat!

Lingsha

About You: They seem to be worryingly indifferent to their own health and mental well-being. I suppose I try to allay their fears a little, but in the end it's their own fault for getting themselves into trouble.

Chat-Regard: Further observation suggests that their brains and hearts may have been switched at birth. They think with their heart and feel with their logic. Not a bad trait, but they will be more sad than happy in the future. Or not. We'll see.

Added to Team: Are they giving you problems? Don't worry, I'll talk to them.

Parting: Go take a break. I don't want to see you at the Alchemy Commission unless it's an invitation for tea.

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Part 3.2: <Belobog>

Bronya

About You: Another kind-hearted guest from a distant planet. They said they had never seen a tragedy like the one that happened here in Belobog, but their eyes told a different story. Maybe they just wanted to comfort me… or themselves.

Chat-Regard: They are so kind, but I worry that they don't show themself the kindness they deserve. As the supreme guardian and host of this planet, it's my job to make sure they enjoy their visit! Don't you worry, I'll see to it that they have a pleasent time!

Added to Team: Let me repay the kindness you have bestowed on my home.

Parting: On behalf of the people of Belobog, I would like to express my sincerest gratitude for your willingness to stay and assist us. Your contribution is highly appreciated.

Pela

About You: The museum is their favourite place, I think. At least that's where I usually run into them.

Chat-Regard: They love to draw and create! We drew each other once and it was so much fun to see our different styles. I hope we can do this again in the future to see how much we have improved.

Added to Team: You have my assistance!

Parting: It's freezing outside Belobog, here, take this scarf with you

Seele

About You: They have seen hardship, that's for sure.

Chat-Regard: They help around the underground. Being an outsider, I wonder why they help so much. But then again, they came on the Astral Express, so I shouldn't be too surprised.

Added to Team: Hey, let me help. Don't burden yourself with everything.

Parting: Be careful if you are out here alone, you never know what might be lying in front of you.

Clara

About You: When the borders between the Overworld and the Underground were opened again, we met. She's not from here, but she knows things about my planet that I didn't even know about.

Chat-Regard: I tried to show them how to fix one of the robots here in the settlement, but… somehow they managed to break its arm. They were crying and couldn't stop apologising to the robot.

Added to Team: Is everything all right? We can ask Mr Svarog for help if we need it.

Parting: Thanks for all your help today, I hope it wasn't too much trouble.

Hook

About You: They destroyed the evil witch's hut! Eh I um I mean, Miss Natasha's clinic. Destroying things isn't nice, but it was the witches…

Chat-Regard: They didn't accept my invitation to the Moles! They quickly came to realise the glory of us Moles and accepted the titel of 'Honorary Mole'.

Added to Team: Let's defeat those bad guys!

Parting: You are off duty for today, brave soldier! Oh, don't forget to bring the cake, you promised!

Natasha

About You: The first time we met they came in with a dislocated arm. When I mentioned that I could numb the pain with an injection and showed them a syringe… well, they weren't awake much longer after that.

Chat-Regard: The clinic is usually with at least one patient at a time, so I appreciate any help I can get, as long as it's real help. The second time they fainted, I sent them outside to play with the children. I could tell they were happier with this arrangement.

Added to Team: Help me look after the others during the battle.

Parting: Your help is greatly appreciated. I hope we can work together again in the future.

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Part 3.1: <Belobog>

Gepard

About You: Not much of a fighter, but they have their heart is at the right place

Chat-Regard: Lady Bronya asked me to show them around. They listened intently as I explained our history. Perhaps I should show them the museum next time.

Added to Team: Should the need arise, I will cover you.

Parting: It's quite late. Here let me escort you to your hotel.

Luka

About You: The one who accidentally trashed Natasha's clinic? I heard they replaced everything and added more. I bet they must have felt bad to go to such lengths to repair it.

Chat-Regard: They are incredible with the kids! When they come to our house, they make sure to spend time with them. The children normally gather around me, so we end up chatting a lot.

Added to Team: Let me show you why I am called the Belobog Underworld Champion!

Parting: I have a match in a few, so I'll see you another day. Oh! Unless you want to watch, of course.

Sampo

About You: A true master of mischevious planning and not hesitating to see it through. Ah, a real sweetheart they are.

Chat-Regard: A true friend of Sampo Koski always has an extra plan up their sleeve, and they have at least three extra cards. It never involves my love and kindness, but that can be changed. Their eyes are not as blank as they think.

Added to Team: One of your plans involves me, I am touched, my dear friend. May you never regret it, promise!

Parting: Another customer leaves for the day. Don't forget to visit good ol' Sampo from time to time.

Lynx

About You: The planet they come from seems to have all kinds of climates. Heat, rain, snow, tropical, arid. And yet they don't dare go to the Snow Plains.

Chat-Regard: Most of the time I saw them in my sis's workshop, which wasn't much to begin with, but there they were, offering to mend my rucksack and give me a new scarf. I try to wear it when it's not too cold.

Added to Team: Be careful where you step, you never know what lies under the snow.

Parting: My sister told me to tell you to come and see her when we get back, so I will see you off now.

Serval

About You: Clumsy. That's the best way I can describe them.

Chat-Regard: After an incident at Svarog's, they basically prohibited themself from tinkering with mechanical parts. After a bit of encouragement and a promise from me, they are now happy to tinker with the few parts I give them.

Added to Team: Oh hey! Back to listen to one of my songs? I will show you the music of battle!

Parting: Hey, don't forget to tidy up and put your parts somewhere where you can find them next time.

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Part 2: <Hertas Space Station> + <Argenti>

Arlan

About you: A guest who once arrived on the Astral Express. They have this… quality of helping others. We appreciate it, of course, but I have never really seen them rest.

Chat-Regard: It's not often that we are attacked, but once they were on board. I expected them to try to fight the invaders and not listen to orders, but they actually gave support from the rear, carrying out the wounded and hiding them, then returning quickly. They were a great help that day.

Added to Team:: Thank you for your support. Let me take over!

Parting: I still have some duties to perform, but please go and rest for the night.

Dr. Ratio

About you: Driven by the heart and not by the brain. Typically, I reserve judgement on such individuals, but at least they attempt to exert effort in utilising their cognitive abilities, regardless of how ineffectual their actions may be or how foolish they appear.

Chat-Regard: We don't engage in lengthy discussions, as there is no apparent need for them. However, upon conclusion of a conversation, I always feel a sense of warmth. We both work on different frequencies, but frequencies nonetheless.

Added to Team: At least try to stay out of tomfoolery, otherwise you will end up in genuine danger.

Parting: You may find it beneficial to attend one of my lectures. I will let you know when the next one is scheduled.

Argenti

About you: An ethereal beauty with a soul as pure as the moon and a heart as brilliant as gold! They are simply a delight. It is an absolute honour to call them my companion!

Chat-Regard: Warrior, wissdom, warmth. They have all these beautiful qualities, but they are still a delicate individual. Truly admirable.

Added to Team: May Adrilla bless our paths and bring us to justice.

Parting: Here we will part. I pray that your every day will be protected and that you will be giving the beauty of the suns, stars and moons.

Asta

About you: They are always eager to help out in some way when they visit the space station. Running errands, helping with cleaning, or just entertaining people. Of course, we send them companions, but most of the time they are sent back to us.

Chat-Regard: The space station is huge and if you don't know your way around it's easy to get lost. After too many calls from them, we found a time when I could show them around. Later that week they sent a gift basket as a token of appreciation.

Added to Team: Let's support each other. That way we will get the best result!

Parting: May your travels be blessed and guided by a kind hand.

Herta

About you: They came up to me one day and introduced themselves. Arlan supported their identity, but I couldn't care less about guests I didn't invite.

Chat-Regard: They run around my space station like a little dog, trying to get attention wherever they can. Not a noucence, but utterly irrelevant. I doubt that could change.

Added to Team: If only it were worth the time.

Parting: Next time, try not to catch my attention when I am working.

Ruan Mei

About you: Like me, they have a taste for pastry, especially cakes. I am sure I could find one in their favour and invite them for a...chat.

Chat-Regard: We once discussed the Aeons and their philosophies. They seemed interested in the subject, so after a while I brought up Tayzzyronth, the Propagation. While still remaining respectful, they quickly changed the subject.

Added to Team: You have found something that you think I'll be interested in? Well, don't hesitate to show it to me.

Parting: I am sure our paths will cross again, for research or simple pleasantries.

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Part 1: <Astral Express>

Trailblazer

About you: I get the feeling we're more similar than we are both willing to admit. I wonder why…

Chat-Regard: We spend most of our time together in quiet company. We don't have much to say to each other, so we just enjoy the silence. But that doesn't stop us from playing games quite a lot. I obviously win every time.

Added to Team: Hey, let's put that move we practiced to the test!

Parting: Hey, don't forget to log in later. You promised me that rematch!

March 7th

About you: They remind me of Dan Heng! Always seeking knowledge about the most various of topics and always 'expanding' their horizons. They make an effort to include me in their usual shenanigans though, those are always fun!

Chat-Regard: We've met up a few times since our first encounter, and each time, they've insisted on taking a selfie together. I guess they want the world to see their life.

Added to Team: We need to print out the photos we took, but I think that can wait for now.

Parting: You're leaving already? Oh. Well, make sure you come back as soon as possible!

Dan Heng

About you: They remind me of March. They're so full of energy and always on the move. But whenever they have a question, they come looking for me and I indulge them until they leave with a smile.

Chat-Regard: Patient about their own interests and tolerant of others. So far, nothing I have given them has excited them unless they already knew it or it resembled something they know. Books, movies, games…

Added to Team: Right by your side

Parting: You can take this with you until we meet again. Just… be careful not to break it.

Himeko

About you: Such a lively soul they have. They tend to try to solve problems on their own, which is remarkable in some cases, but they are also very clumsy. Most of them make the situation worse. We don't mind helping, of course.

Chat-Regard: They claimed they weren't a fan of coffee and preferred hot chocolate to anything in the world. Nevertheless, they were kind enough to try my own. I don't think their opinion has changed much.

Added to Team: Don't overdo it, unless you want the others to pester you while you're resting.

Parting: How about staying for another cup of whatever you like? Your presence is greatly appreciated, by all of us.

Welt Yang

About you: They claim that they are also not from this world. Perhaps we shared our old home planet, but I can't say for certain. In the end, they don't seem keen to return to their world, unlike me.

Chat-Regard: We both have a fondness for creative pursuits. Whenever they visited the Express, I tried to organize a time when we could perhaps share our 'creative liberties' per say. I'm pleased to say that our time together has always been both interesting and pleasant.

Added to Team: Let's see what we can conjure up together

Parting: Until we meet again, I will do my best to remember some stories.

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Spoilers for the start of the 2.4 event

A thought:

We know that Yanqing uses and controls Yanzhuo (his sword) through his qi and mind power, so they are somehow connected. We also saw Yanzhuo acting more or less independently during the Heliobi quest, leading us to Yanqing.

Now, when we saw Yunli, she took Yanzhuo with her without asking, claiming that she felt the sword was in pain and not being taken care of enough, and that she wanted to take care of it. But is the sword the one actually hurting?

Now here is the thought:

Yanqing and Yanzhuo are close, and it appeared to me how strange it would be if Yanqing didn't take care of his swords properly, especially the one he uses most in his fights.

Maybe it's not exactly Yanzhuo's condition that Yunli heard from the sword, but maybe Yanqing's too. In the quest, he seemed more mature, even if it was only in his role as lieutenant and whenever he and Yunli weren't arguing. We haven't seen him for months, and children grow up quickly afterall, but still.

Perhaps his setbacks with a certain three had more lasting damage than we thought.

But yeah, just a thought.