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razorblade180 · 3 years

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A still moment

Aether:Thomaaaaa!

Thoma:Hehe hey, where’s the fire?

Aether:I need your help. It’s Ayaka’s birthday but I’m totally clueless on what to give her.

Thoma:Aren’t cakes your specialty?

Aether:Normally yes, but almost all of Inazuma has sent food, presents, letters, everything! Knowing her she wouldn’t reject one more, but I doubt all that food even makes it to her. And if it did, I bet she’d be full.

Thoma:Haha, yeah the people spare no expense when it comes to Lady Ayaka. Though if it’s a present you want to give her, then you’re already set. After all, you have something few in Inazuma have when it comes to her.

Aether:….oh!

xxxxx

Alone in her estate, Ayaka sat by the entrance to the garden, listening to the wind blow through the sakura blossoms. Her mind was so lost in thought she didn’t notice Aether tripping over all the gifts laying about the room until he finally sat beside her.

Ayaka:!? Aether! How long have you been sitting here?

Aether:Give or take a couple minutes. *rubs foot* I’m shocked you didn’t hear me. I think I may have damaged a gift. Sorry…

Ayaka:Hmm? Oh, I don’t particularly mind. Not the nicest thing to say maybe, but I wouldn’t fret over it too much. Most of it will probably get spread among the people discreetly or end up in storage.

Aether:I see. Looks like you have a system in place, so why do you look so sad? Not a fan of birthdays!

Ayaka: I wouldn’t go that far. I’m glad the people care, and I’ve never had ill feelings towards this day. As a matter of fact, I couldn’t help but stay up last night until midnight hit.

Aether:But…?

Ayaka:It can feel a little hollow at times. People leave gifts but this place remains devoid of the people who brought them. What were their exact expressions? Did they have more to say to me beyond a simple letter? Why go through the hassle for me? I’m often wondering these things. If I could, I’d wish for those over any gift. It’s why I’m happy you’re hear. *smiles*

Aether:We’ll if that’s the case, we can talk as long as you like.

And so they did. Hours upon hours they discussed anything and everything. Hopes, dreams, fears….;Ayaka allowed herself to truly let her hair down well into the night until the stars shined brightly.

Ayaka:Wait…so the lyre is actually still broken!?

Aether:Yeah….not looking forward to when the comes to light. I don’t think I can handle the moment the church finds out.

Ayaka:So many stories and adventures, and to think all in such a short time. Your adventures in Inazuma must seem docile in comparison when I think about it.

Aether:Hardly. I’ll remember this place as festive and tension filled. Not to mention the people here are pretty incredible, strong.

Ayaka:*red* How kind of you. We’re all the more stronger because your help. Now…the next leg of your journey awaits. I…probably shouldn’t hold you up too much longer.

Aether:Hmm? It’s fine. I’d spend all night here if you asked. Taking a moment with you, discussing it all, I haven’t gotten the opportunity much. I feel lighter because of it. Is that weird.

Ayaka:Hehe, not at all. I feel the same way. Tomorrow I won’t be able to leisurely sit here. It will be back to my normal routine. Not that I mind. Being able to spend a day with you as myself was more than I could’ve asked for. Thank you again.

Aether:Anytime. Birthday or any other day, I’m happy to spend time with you Ayaka.

Ayaka:…..Aether, if I may be so bold, may I ask for one gift? Can you….close your eyes?

Aether:My eyes? Umm okay. *closes eyes* like this?

Ayaka:Perfect….

Without a moment to waste, Ayaka leaned forward. Aether felt a warm and small hand press against the side of his face, then the subtle gentleness of Ayaka’s lips pressed against his. Aether’s heart nearly jumped out his chest from the shock. He wanted to open his eyes to see if this was really happening but kept to his word. That didn’t stop him from leaning forward, making the girl gasp when kissed her back. A few short moments later their kiss ended and Aether opened his eyes to see icy blue eyes right above a fan that did little to conceal Ayaka’s blush.

Ayaka:Your journey will take you far, and there are things in this world only you can do. Just like how I must do what only I can do for Inazuma, so don’t misunderstand my intentions. My feelings…I don’t expect nor wish for them to confine you here; frankly I thought to myself you’d reject them, but I went for it anyways. Because….I told you I wouldn’t live a life filled with regret. Aether I-

He put his finger on the fan, moving it aside. Ayaka felt her heart flutter as the traveler leaned in, his face as red as hers. Captivated by his gaze, she allowed herself to get drawn in.

Aether:You won’t burden me, and I wouldn’t dare burden you, so you’re right. Let’s not promise any uncertainties, but if I may be bold this time. It’s still your birthday, and I’m still right here.

Ayaka:No regrets~?

Aether:No regrets.

Tomorrow, life will go on and another step would be taken towards the dreams sought out. But for this one night all stood still, progress halted. Just this once…let there be rest, a still moment.

#ayaka kamisato #gi aether #Aether x ayaka #I didn’t know I had this in me #genshin impact

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