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cynosdaydream · 5 months

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Could you do a fic with Kazuhiro and his s/o that he had to to leave behind when he fled from the vision hunt decree?

I don’t have anything specific in mind I just feel like this idea has a lots interesting paths to take. Love letters? Reunion? A tearful good bye?

Chasing Freedom

Kazuha's flowery language won't do anything to help him when he has to explain to you why he's departing.

ᴺᴼᵂ ᴾᴸᴬᵞᴵᴺᴳ : 悪魔の子 / Child Of Evil - Ai Higuchi

ᴠᴏʟᴜᴍᴇ : ▮▮▮▮▮▮▯▯▯

Word Count: 2.8k Author's notes: SORRY this took so long to get out September to October was my exam period and I needed a break after. Proof read by my skrunklje @noxellaa CWs: Fluff, Eventual Angst , (maybe comfort in part 2 if I can) GN!Reader

Under the reign of the almighty Raiden Shogun, Inazuma had turned into a terrifying nation, not just to outsiders, but to the citizens residing within as well. Visions were being confiscated left and right, leaving countless people ambitionless and in despair.

A vision was known to be a blessing bestowed by Celestia itself, only being given to specific people. Those people who got a vision felt elated, felt like the vision gave them worth, a reason to keep pushing forward for the greater good of Teyvat.

But what would happen if that very item that gave these people motivation to push on and help others was taken away from them, against their own will?

The citizens in Inazuma didn’t have to leave that question to their imagination, as they were now experiencing it first hand. You could see those people who were stripped of their visions slowly lose that special spark that they always had, gradually turning into shells of their former selves.

You had witnessed one of your friends, a former vision wielder, have their vision forcefully taken from them in front of a sea of people, at the hands of the Raiden Shogun. The pure terror and hopelessness in their eyes and the way they pleaded for it back was enough to make your blood run cold.

However, in the midst of all this horror and uncertainty, you found solace in a quiet, silver-haired poet called Kazuha.

You had met him on the shores of the city, sitting atop a tree near the waters. You had gone there for a bit of peace and quiet, further away from the city, leaving any worries you had far behind. Luckily for you, the soldiers usually patrolling the nation were not present, probably somewhere else harassing an innocent civilian for their vision. However, you had felt an unfamiliar presence near you.

Thinking it could be one of the soldiers, you whipped your head around, scanning over the vicinity. Then, your eyes landed on a figure sitting in a tree, gazing into the distance.

His silver hair and the single red streak that ran through it enraptured you, unconsciously making you drawn to him.

The man didn’t seem like he could cause you any harm, so you decided to join him up on the tree, but not before making your decision known to him lest he got startled and started acting in self defence.

“Hey, you mind me coming up there?” You asked, waiting for his response. The stranger gave you a quick nod of approval, accompanied by a charming smile. Even though the corners of his lips merely turned upwards slightly, it was enough to stun you for a moment and make your heart skip a beat. Without hesitating further, you hoisted yourself up onto the branch that the man was sitting on.

Numerous shades of red and hues of scattered orange painted the once cerulean afternoon sky, the sun disappearing into the horizon through the sea. It was strangely comforting, watching the sunset with some random stranger that you had only met minutes before.

The noise from the city slowly faded, the almost always present laughs and cries of the children growing fainter by the minute, everyone retiring to their homes before the sun set.

This change in atmosphere made you feel more at ease, and your body sank into the peaceful ambience.

However, before the sun had fully set, the stranger had turned towards you and said, “The soldiers will be here to patrol soon, when the sun sets. Would you mind if I walked you home?” He jumped off the tree, then extended his hand out to you as an offer. It was safe to say you were thoroughly surprised by this, but nevertheless, you took his hand in yours and hopped off the tree as well.

You felt the bandages that wrapped around his hands graze yours, which had sparked your curiosity about him even further. Was he a swordsman? You wondered. Without another word being said, you started to walk back to your house. A nagging part at the back of your mind had told you it was dangerous to share your address with some stranger, buy you had felt comfortable around him, like his presence eased your nervousness about everything that was going on.

The breeze that you had felt on the sea shores significantly lessened when you had reached your home.

“This is my house.” You told him, turning to go inside. That was when you had realised that your hand was still in his, and the texture of his bandages was still present on your hands.

“Ah! I’m so sorry, I didn’t notice…” You hastily apologised, not wanting him to get the wrong idea. He was just as quick to reassure you, “Don’t worry about it.” As you turned around to head inside again, you could have sworn that he wanted to say something else.

Your suspicions proved to be correct when he tapped you on the shoulder and whispered, “My name…is Kaedehara Kazuha. I enjoyed your company today, if you would like to accompany me on occasions like this again, you can find me at the same spot.”

And he was gone from your sight, as swift as the wind.

What a strange man. You thought, but decided to consider his offer anyway. The evening with him had calmed your frayed nerves about the dire situation in Inazuma, anyways. Kaedehara Kazuha. “What a pretty name.” You muttered, tucking yourself into bed.

That night, your dreams had contained a strange amount of vermillion red.

As the sun rose the next day, you found yourself walking towards the very same place that you had been yesterday. And on that very same tree, sat the very same silver-haired young man, now with a pen and paper in his hands, gazing whimsically into the distance.

This time, you did not hesitate in climbing up the tree, sitting next to him, closer than the day before. Kazuha did not seem startled, even offering you a kind smile.

“I’ve been stuck on this poem for a while, do you mind helping me?” He asked, holding the piece of paper towards you.

It was slightly yellowed, with small tears forming at the corners of it. Your eyes then travelled to the words written on the paper, each one acting as a singular thread, weaving and intertwining with each other, creating a beautiful masterpiece. His choice of words was perfect, there was no way you could criticise his existing work. The poem painted a picture, and you had to continue it like a movie scene.

From then on, your meet-ups had gotten more frequent, and you started meeting up in other places than the tree. Sometimes, the both of you would stroll through the city in the evening, savouring the momentary bliss before the soldiers increased their alertness during nightfall. Other times, when the wind called out to Kazuha stronger than usual, you would pack a light lunch to carry along with you to eat. It consisted of a few slices of toasted bread, a stick of butter to compliment it, and lastly, one grilled fish.

The meal was simple, but filled both yours and Kazuha’s stomachs for the rest of the afternoon. After that, you would chat with him as the gentle breeze caressed your face, allowing you to shut your eyes and simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

Through these chats, you learned that he had another friend once, named Tomo.

Kazuha then told you the entire story, staring wistfully at the ground after he finished. The area around you seemed to quieten, the silence weighing heavy on your chest, and you then noticed the electro vision hanging next to his anemo one.

His experience was similar to your own, making you recall the look in your friend’s eyes after their vision was confiscated from them. You laid a hand on the man’s shoulder, the simple action speaking a thousand words all at once.

“I’m…sure he was an amazing person.” You said, still slightly unsure if that was the correct thing to tell Kazuha. After all, what was the best thing to say to a person in a situation like this? You’ve always felt like ‘I’m sorry’ wasn’t quite right, as it wouldn’t do anything to comfort the person. He nodded his head. “Indeed.”

That day, you felt like you grew significantly closer to him, and got to know him on a more personal level than most people, perhaps. It made you feel special, like he truly trusted you. Over time, you developed more…intense feelings towards him. It went beyond just friendship; you wanted to hold him in your arms, wanted his flowery poems to be written with you in mind, wanted him to stay with you, and not become a fleeting memory.

And on one windy day, you had tried your hand at poetry earlier in the morning. It wasn’t anything as fancy or intricate as Kazuha’s. just a simple piece professing your love to him.

From the brightest winter star, to the shimmer of an amethyst,

nothing could even hold a candle to you, Kaedehara Kazuha.

Similarly, no amount of existing words can proficiently explain

this feeling I feel towards you.

Far beyond mere friendship, perhaps dwindling on the line

of unrelenting adoration.

So, would you grant me this honour to be yours,

until the end of time?

And on that day, you climbed up the tree as usual, taking your regular spot next to Kazuha. “Here. I dabbled in poetry today, and I thought you would like to read it.” You spoke, placing the poem in his hands. Kazuha smiled, admitting, “I’ve always wondered what kind of poetry you would write should you have written some. I look forward to reading this.”

You planned to give him the piece of parchment and run all the way home, but now your panicked nerves wouldn’t allow your fight or flight reactions to activate, instead opting to freeze instead. Your eyes carefully scanned Kazuha, looking for any signs of disdain or a downturn of his lips that showcased his discomfort towards your confession.

However, his eyes widened as his eyes travelled down the parchment, his head resting on his fist. Kazuha’s cheeks turned red, and he stuttered out, “I am not usually at a loss for words…but…yes, I would be honoured for you to be mine, and I yours, until destiny do us apart.”

And from that day on, the both of you would savour each peaceful moment with each other. Sometimes taking a stroll around Inazuma and picking up Sea Ganodermas in the shallow waters, sometimes just quietly sitting side by side.

On one of your dates walking through the city, a keychain in the shape of an orange maple leaf caught your eye, which reminded you of your lover. It was the last one hanging on the hook, and being worried that someone would snag it before you, you let go of Kazuha’s hand and hurriedly dashed towards the store. He was taken by surprise, and was not hesitant to chase after you.

“Love, what did you run all the way here for-,” His sentence was cut short by you taking one of his hands in yours and dropping the keychain in it.

Smiling, you told him, “This keychain reminded me of you, and it was the last one available, so of course I had to buy it for you!” Kazuha gazed at you fondly while thanking you. His expression, full of sheer adoration, was burned in your memory up until one fateful day.

The weather was considerably good, with the clouds partially obscuring the sun, allowing a few rays of sunlight to shine through onto the land of eternity. A brisk wind blew through the country, rustling the autumn leaves which fell onto the stony pathways like flakes of snow.

The day before, Kazuha had asked you to meet him at the docks in the early afternoon, just before the sun’s heat became more intense. You went about your day, and when the clock struck around midday, you wandered to the docks of Inazuma.

And sure enough, there was your silver-haired lover, his hand clutched tightly around something. But instead of the usual soft smile he had on his face, his expression was scarily monotone, borderline downcast. You couldn’t put your finger on it, but something about him was off.

Choosing to talk to him to find out what the cause of this was, you gingerly asked him, “Hey, Kazu. What did you ask me to come here for today? We don’t usually come here for dates.” This seemed to perplex Kazuha even further, his lips pressed into a thin line.

“There is no easy way to say this, my dove, but…I have been hiding for far too long,” Kazuha breathed out, voice shaky. You were confused, his wording now doing the opposite of making you feel at peace.

“Kazuha, what do you mean? Now isn’t the time to use flowery language with me, love. Please tell me what’s happening.” You said, clutching at his arm.

Why did he ask you to come to the docks specifically? What was he hiding? Or hiding from? What was even happening?

Your head spun with the amount of questions you wanted to ask, but you waited for your lover to give you an answer.

Kazuha couldn’t look you in the eye as he explained, “After Tomo…passed during battle, I stole his vision to have something to remember him by. But that made me a wanted man here, and I am afraid I cannot hide in this nation for any longer. And…” He paused, not sure how to continue.

“I feel…suffocated here. The rules and restrictions imposed here are taking a toll on me, for my heart yearns to travel the world. I long to see the sights and views of other nations, the great mountains of Liyue and the vast deserts of Sumeru. So, forgive me, my dove, but I cannot stay here any longer.”

The silence after he finished his explanation weighed heavy on your shoulders, making your grip on his arm tighten while you took it all in. During this, Kazuha gently pried open your other clenched fist, and dropped something very familiar into your hands. It was the keychain that you had bought for him a few months back.

“It’s.. something to remember me by as well. I know that you gave it to me as a gift, but if it reminds you of me, then…I want you to keep it close.” Your fingers tightened around the keychain, the spiky edges of it digging into your skin as the full realisation of what was happening hit you like a ton of bricks.

“So…you’re really leaving, huh? After everything, all the memories…you’re going to leave that all behind, Kazuha?” You whispered, as if afraid saying it too loud would make the impact of the entire thing hit even harder than it already did. Your eyes turned watery, and the tears that had been held back by a desire to not seem weak in front of your lover finally fell, one after the other until it turned into a steady stream of tears.

The clouds seemed to obstruct the sun even more than just now, the rays of light now mostly blocked, save for a faint glow of light shining through.

Meanwhile, Kazuha was slightly taken aback by the use of his entire name. Usually, you would call him endearments like ‘love’ or a shortened form of his name, ‘Kazu’ being the one he was most fond of. However, there was none of that now.

“I’m sorry, dove. I know this isn’t easy for you, but this will not be our final goodbye, for I will return.”

You finally mustered up the strength to look up, and you saw that Kazuha’s eyes were now glazing over as well. A feeling of despair washed over you, but what could you do? If he was a wanted man and had the desire to travel the world, then who were you to stop him? As his lover, you could only want the best for him. “I wish the best for you, Kazu. I’ll be just fine here.”

“Don’t wait for me, okay? Live your life, and run. Don’t throw away your freedom for me,”

Even though you tried your best to sound happy, tears dripped down your face more intensely than before as you smiled sorrowfully at Kazuha, smile not quite reaching your eyes. His resolve seemed to tremble now, gritting his teeth together as he silently shook with sobs. “I’m sorry. I’m so, so sorry. I promise I’ll come back, one day. Please don’t forget me, my beloved.”

And with that, he tenderly gave you one last kiss before saying goodbye and heading onto the towering ship behind him.

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lurlia · 2 years

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★ ARE THEY A ASS, TITS, OR THIGHS GUY

synopsis: do they like ass tits or thighs more ? pt 2.

characters: 5wirl ( venti, aether, kazuha, xiao, heizou )

cw: body talk duh, slightly suggestive, s’ really for big girls like usss

venti is definitely a boob guy. he jus’ loves the way they jiggle when you where like a v neck shirt, or a bra when you two are cuddling. whenever he gets done on stage he comes to back stage and jus rubs his nasty sweat on your tits mumbling out “ mmm.. my comfort pillows.. ” with a smug look on his face knowing how annoying he is. but seriously he loves rubbing his face against them even when he isn’t sweaty. he goes in to kiss, bite, suck on, lick, or even a hug jus to stuff his face in.

aether is probably a thigh guy but overall he doesn’t care, but if he had to pick he would say thighs. he loves seeing you in knee high socks n’ looking at how chunky they are in em 😭😭. he’ll jus squeeze em n’ and play wit them like his toy when he’s bored. aether once he’s done onstage he rubs his sweat off wit a towel ( like anyone would when they’re sweaty ) and make himself at home in your lap, dozing off, probably. he would def rub your thigh while driving.

kazuha is a boob guy, i mean did you see tomo’s chest ?? he compares them to the softest things he has encountered i his journeys, like anemo slimes, n’ leaves! he can’t keep his mind off of them when writing any of his haikus. like venti, he loves sleeping next to them he’d rather sleep on them then actually pillows. and you know he writes about them, but he won’t tell you about them. yet atleast.

xiao.. hmm.. boob and thighs, jus so he can rest, although he still doesn’t understand why mortals’ way of resting is so calming.. he also asks you why they’re so soft and round, like tofu. he doesn’t mean it in a rude way ofc but he’s a curious little adeptus, so you grab his hand a guide it to your chest. feeling him instinctively grope it, you giggled. he likes sucking on your nipple but he swears that he tastes something, maybe he does! he also — when hu tao got him drunk, asked if he could take a bite of your thighs..

heizou is an thighs n’ ass guy, he likes using his strength to his advantage. his normal attacks are so aggressive ????? he’s the type of guy to slap your ass, hard in public and even has the nerve to squeeze it after. literally made the most earth quaking sound ever n’ he’s next to you laughing. plzz don’t distract him by wearing any skirts or tight pants while he’s doing detective work, he’ll blame you for having “ the greatest ass he has seen. ” when he’s not doing detective work he likes to jus chill wit you and take a nap on your lap.

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aotzz · 6 months

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KAZUHA DRALWING reference below 👇

#kazuha fanart #genshin impact #genshin fanart #gi fanart #kazuha gi #kazuha #my art #heizou was supposed to b next to him but i couldn't ge tthe shapes right #those dots r my palette #fa doesnt have color history and when i paint digitally i need one #kaedahara kazuha #kazuha kaedehara

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koemiii · 1 year

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cw.noncon/dubcon, kazuha taking advantage of you, piv, softdom!kazuha, reader wears a skirt, fingering, manipulation (?, humiliation, (⁎⁍̴̛ᴗ⁍̴̛⁎)

imagine…bestie!kazuha taking advantage of his friend(you, his little cutie friend!!) while you’re drunk, his hands trailing further more on your thighs, while you’re hiccuping and giggling at the same time, ghosting his fingers under the thin fabric of your panties. Pulling you on his lap, hand sliding underneath your skirt, being unknownst to you. Toying with your pussy, rubbing circles on your clit and sliding some fingers into your cunt, but you still don’t know what’s happening, mind in a haze. When your ask him what is he doing, he tells you to focus what’s on the table rather than his…hands. Kazuha then brought you to his home since you’re too drunk to do anything!! He's just so nice!! With your limbs not listening your orders, you can’t stop what’s kazuha doing right now. He’s taking off your clothes and sliding his dick inside you, thrusting ever so fast. Screams and pleas of embarrassment, pleasure and pain mixed together. You didn't want this, this is too much to bear with!! But kazuha promises that he’ll treat you well after this, you have no choice but to oblige. After all, he’s your reliable best friend, no?

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willowedwisteria · 2 years

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⁂~In the Moonlight's Embrace~⁂

Summary -> You watch the moon, thinking about him after their departure.

Featuring -> Kazuha

Genre -> Fluff

"Whenever you miss me, just look up at the moon. No matter which part of Teyvat I stand, we will always look at the same moon together."

You could almost hear him repeat those words over and over again. Of course, you knew what risks would kick you in the back once you fell in love with him, but it felt so... lonely.

You didn't want to tie him down to one place knowing that he was always following the wind, passing by as quick as a light breeze as disappearing from your arms.

Your eyes stared up into the moon, the only source of comfort you can find at this time of night.

It was a full moon tonight, no clouds veiling the glory and shape of it. Luckily for you, it wasn't a storm tonight either. For the past few days, it had been raining cats and dogs, the raindrops almost penetrating your skin when you stuck your hand out of the window.

'Was the world unhappy with his departure as well?' You mused at the thought, figuring that you would have to adjust and get yourself accustomed to his feeling of loneliness.

Missing him was simply an understatement. You craved to see him again, that carefree smile, your hands running through his white locks, it was so... torturing.

Ah, if only you could run away to your own world with him, a place where you could run freely - somewhere that no one will be able to catch the both of you.

Admittedly, running away to some unknown location is a terrifying thought for you. What kind of monsters lurk in the shadows? What kind of dangers hide? It was new, exciting, yet a little nerve-wracking.

But, something deep in your heart told you that you wouldn't be scared - at least with Kazuha around. You felt a little safer with him by you.

Leaning on the railing tracing the edge of your balcony, you kept dreaming about whatever place where you could be free and always see him.

Where could he be now? Staring at the moon? Sleeping? Probably the latter.

Getting back on your own two feet, you didn't bother to even look back or gaze at the moon. It would just make you feel even more solemn deep down.

"Your grace!" Kazuha uses his elemental skill to climb atop the balcony. He's panting, out-of-breath, exhausted.

Before you knew it, you had dashed to his side, a hand resting on his shoulder. "W- when? Why are you here?!"

"I'm sorry, I couldn't wait any longer. I'm going to have to apologize to Captain Beidou for making her return back halfway through the journey." He blurts out, an awkward grin on his face as he leans closer to you.

You drag him over to your bed, giving him a cup of water. It seems like you were really thinking alike.

Sighing, you play it off cool, laughing at his demeanor. "Don't worry, just get some rest. You probably had to run through the rain too, so you might have a cold," You mention, staring at his soaking clothes.

You throw a spare towel to him and guide him to the bathroom as the maids peek in to see someone new in your room.

"Your grace?" A maid knocks before entering and bows, "You shouldn't be awake at this time of night. I'm sure you're familiar with Zhongli's chidings."

"He doesn't have to know, you won't tell him, right?" You deviously plaster a grin on your face once the maid nods. Thanking her, you quietly shut the door the moment she makes her exit.

"Kazuha, you owe so much for sneaking you in. Zhongli's going to kill you." You jest in a mocking tone, peering your eyes out of the room once in a while to check if it's an acolyte.

You've gotten on the good side of the maids and butlers, but the acolytes are the ones who usually execute the scoldings.

Kazuha exits the personalized bathroom that's adjacent to your room, surprisingly happy with the comfortable clothes you had provided for him.

Now that you've solved the problem of why you couldn't sleep in the first place, a sense of weariness overcomes you and you practically flop onto the bed.

Awkwardly, Kazuha stands by the bed, wondering if he's supposed to join you.

"Come on, what are you waiting for? I bet you're tired too." You pull the weighted blanket away for him to lay on, "Or do you want to go out again?"

Kazuha shakes his head, chuckling.

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8amira8 · 2 years

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a doodle of kazuha and venti I did during class, the lighting looked good!

#genshin impact #genshin #genshin impact fanart #fanart #genshin anemo #venti #venti fanart #venti genshin #venti genshin impact #venti the bard #venti gi #gi venti #kazuha genshin impact fanart #gi kazuha #kazuha genshin #kazuha genshin impact #kazuha #kazuha fanart #kazuha gi

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sxnsitivities004-archived · 2 years

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the pretty little circle things from the apple event,, will try to make transparents later cause these are honestly so pretty

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team10 · 2 years

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day 1 ; first 5* pulled for @scorchades' editing challenge.

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yumenosakiacademy · 2 years

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“Let’s embark on a journey, for I am the breeze. We will meet again, no matter how far along the road...”

#genshin impact #genshin impact gifs #genshin gifs #kazuha kaedehara #kaedehara kazuha #genshin kazuha #gi kazuha #kazuha gi #kazuha genshin impact #genshin kaedehara kazuha #gifs #my gifs #flashing gif #the 3rd gif turned out pixelly unfortunately :(

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twisted-lies · 11 months

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༊·˚ Cloudcore Kaedehara Kazuha Twitter Layouts :: Requested by @xiaosboyfriendz

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cynosdaydream · 8 months

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Cercis Canadensis

With the season of leaves turning red approaching, you couldn't help but be reminded of his eyes--and how much you miss him.

ᴺᴼᵂ ᴾᴸᴬᵞᴵᴺᴳ : 演劇 / ナノウ (Engeki / Nanou)

Volume: ■■■■■□□□

Word Count: 2.1k Author's notes: Kazuha is the love of my life I need him to write me a poem or I'll fall ill CWs: Not much, just you missing Kazuha and him coming back after a long expedition

Autumn was fast approaching, with the once jade coloured leaves now turning a brilliant vermillion. The weather was turning chiller, the cold gently grazing your skin as a reminder of the fading summer. This approaching season only made your heart long harder for your lover, the wandering samurai yet to return back from Inazuma. Kazuha never failed to send you a letter or two every week, each one containing a poem or a short line about you.

“Just as the sky waits for the sun and the land waits for the rain, I hope you await my return just as much.”

You smiled as you tucked the letter into a box that was specifically for all the letters that you received from him. It was almost filled to the brim with various coloured envelopes, each sealed with a bittersweet shimmer red wax seal. Gently putting a cover on the box, you then headed down to the docks of Liyue. It had become a part of your daily routine, to go down to see the ships, each time hoping that you would see your grey-haired lover standing there with open arms.

Oh, how your heart pined for him, each rise and set of the scarlet sun a biting reminder of another day that the spot on the other side of your bed was empty. You couldn’t fault him though; if he wished to travel the entirety of Teyvat, who were you to hold him back from his passions? “Although I wished he was home a bit more…” You tried to stop this selfish thought from entering your mind. If wandering and traveling was his ambition, then you were more than happy to let him pursue it.

The wooden boards beneath your feet creaked at the pressure you put on them as you speedwalked to the port. In the distance, you spotted someone wearing red robes, claymore in hand. Beidou! This means the Crux has arrived in Liyue, and maybe bringing Kazuha with it. The Captain already knew your daily routine, and her smile slowly thinned into a line. “Sorry, no luck today, ___” Ah. You haven’t even asked her, but she knew.

The expression on your face morphed into one of disappointment, but you still managed to hurriedly smile and say, “No worries, Captain Beidou. I’ll come back again tomorrow then.” She waved you goodbye and continued chatting with some other Liyue citizens before calling to her crew to start preparing the ship for departure. Being filled with hope then being let down was not uncommon. You stood at the docks until the glorious Crux became nothing more than a tiny dot in the horizon.

Oh well. Guess you’ll have to wait a bit longer, is what you tell yourself each time. This time, you just decided to wander around, letting your legs carry you wherever they wished. After a while, your feet started to ache, and you noticed that the sun was stretching into the west, the sky changing from a soft blue to blazing red. As you looked around, you noticed you were near Wangshuu Inn, but didn’t feel like going inside. The cool weather and quiet atmosphere made you feel a bit sentimental.

A wine coloured leaf drifted into your hand, just like how it made your mind drift back to Kazuha. When he finally arrived back in Liyue, he would definitely enjoy this environment, no loud noises and surrounded by nature. This just made you miss him even more, his eyes which looked like the finest of rubies, his heaven-sent smile, and the way he would recite love poems he made for you, the sweet words making you feel flustered.

The next few days were just a blur to you. The weather had gotten a few degrees colder, and you now had to wear an extra layer if you wanted to go out for long periods of time. You still stuck to your routine, going down to the ships every day, keeping an eye out for your silver-haired wandering samurai, all to no avail. Although, a letter did arrive at your house,

“Dearest ____,

I hope this letter reaches you in good spirits. Every day we are apart, my soul yearns for you even more. I am currently waiting for the boat that takes me back to Liyue to arrive. Apologies for this rather short letter, but I hope that I get to see you soon. Captain Beidou says I should arrive by tomorrow evening, and I could not anticipate that time any more. Rest well, my dove.”

I can’t wait to hold you in my arms again, Kazuha.”

Holding the letter close to your heart, you slid it into the box of letters. It was always comforting to receive a letter to him, each curved stroke on the parchment felt like a comforting embrace from your lover. You couldn’t wait for him to come home tomorrow, ready to enjoy this brisk weather, thinking of all the fun activities you could do. Pointing out white, fluffy clouds which resembled certain things, and counting the infinite stars in the sky as the cerulean landscape drained into a brilliant midnight blue. Sighing in a lovesick daze, you decided to quickly head to bed, determined to pass the time faster.

That night, the reddening Cercis canadensis outside your window seemed to be more vibrant than usual.

Sleepiness still crusted your eyes shut in the morning, even with the bright sun shining through. The weather was cold, but your bed was so warm, making you reluctant to get up. It was far too comfortable to get out of bed and be productive. Then you realised that today was the day that your partner was arriving home. He usually isn’t away for very long, but this time was an exception. So when he got home, should you prepare a special meal for the both of you to eat? Or should you book a reservation at a restaurant for tonight? You thought he would prefer some alone time between you and him, so you finally decided to buy ingredients for a picnic basket. After all, having snacks under the starry sky was the best way to welcome your lover back home.

Stifling a yawn, you took your time to change into comfortable clothes and threw an extra layer on yourself. Then you took a bag off the table and headed out to the markets of Liyue. It was quite therapeutic to stroll through the streets, meeting a few friends on your way to the market. “What should I get? Kazuha likes grilled fish, right? Maybe I should buy some of that.” Browsing through the stores, you finally found the store that sold seafood. You pointed at the fish that you wanted to purchase and handed the storeowner the money with a polite smile. They smiled kindly back at you, returning your change with the standard ‘Have a nice day!’ You then bought a few food items for yourself, and hummed as you headed home, excited for the plans that you had made for tonight.

Little did you know that Kazuha’s plans had changed. After he sent the letter informing you about his arrival time to Liyue, the captain had told the passengers that the ship would be leaving and arriving to Liyue early. He was a bit frustrated as he had just sent the letter, but it wasn’t that big of a bother. After all, this would make for a good surprise, right? Maybe he should purchase a bouquet of flowers for you before the ship left. That was exactly what he did, picking up a small bouquet of white roses for you. “Come on, Loverboy. We’re going to depart soon.” Beidou smirked as she noticed the flowers that Kazuha was clutching in his hand. He flushed, giving a nod and rushing onto the ship instead of his usual smile and laugh. “What a strange boy.”

Meanwhile in Liyue, you were packing all the food that you had bought and made into a picnic basket. Fish that was grilled exactly to Kazuha’s liking, a few sticks of Dango, and 2 bowls of rice that were covered with aluminium foil. You weren’t finished putting them inside when you heard the door unlock. Swiftly turning behind, you materialised your weapon and prepared to attack. Only two people had the key to your house: You and Kazuha. And he wouldn’t be back until tonight, so who on earth was outside–or now inside, your home? You peeked your head out of the kitchen, only to be met with your lover.

Heaving s sigh of relief, you forgot to even dematerialise your weapon before excitement took over you and you jumped straight for Kazuha. “It’s so nice to see you again, love.” His vermillion eyes gazing at you with the utmost affection. None of you wanted to let go, so you stayed in his arms for a good while longer, basking in the warmth that he brought to you. His bandaged hands moved from your waist to intertwine your hands together, burying his face in your neck.

Once you had finally let go, only then you realised the bouquet of flowers in his idle hand. “Are these for me?” You asked, gently grazing over them with your fingers. “Who else would they be for, silly?” Kazuha chuckled, placing the bouquet in your hand. “Ah, and your weapon, dove. It’s getting a bit too close for comfort.” Your eyes widened slightly, forgetting that you had not yet dematerialised your weapon. You hastily apologised, turning away quickly to put the flowers in an empty vase.

“I thought you were coming back later, Kazu. That’s why I started making dinner at this time. If I had known you were going to arrive early, I would have starting preparing lunch for us instead!” He made an apology, explaining to you how the news that the ship was leaving early was only announced to him after he had sent the letter. After hearing his explanation, you decided to ask him to help you to finish packing the food. The both of you then headed to the kitchen, where the grilled fish was still on the table. “You know me so well, dove.” Kazuha said, putting the aluminium wrapped food into the picnic basket with a soft smile on his face.

“Shall we head out now?” You asked, taking the basket in your arms, keys in hand. “Sure, I think that going out to see the scenery in Liyue while eating would be lovely.”

The sky was already turning into stunning shades of pink and orange when you had reached your destination, the outskirts of Qingce village. The journey was marginally tiring, but the view from the point you were at was breathtaking. The sunset blended perfectly into the sprawling flower field packed with vibrant flora, contrasting perfectly against the bright blue water, now turning a darker blue due to the fading sunlight. You looked over at your silver-haired lover, whose hair was flowing freely in the gentle breeze. The evening hues complimented his face delightfully, making him seem like an angel sent from Celestia itself, and you couldn’t help but stare for a while longer, admiring how his lips formed a tender smile while he gazed at the setting sun.

“Are you staring at me, dove?” Ah, you got caught. But you didn’t mind–where did the wrong lie in admiring your beautiful lover?

“With a face like yours, how could I not?” You replied, with an mischievous smirk on your face. Kazuha’s face flushed, although it was a bit hard to see with the lighting. But the way his eyes widened and his expression was one of surprise was a dead giveaway to his flustered state. How cute, you thought. You picked up the picnic basket and set out all the food nicely, and Kazuha picked up one bowl of rice as well, cutting the grilled fish into small pieces before mixing them in his rice. He looked so calm and at peace while eating, you didn’t have the heart to interrupt him by loudly talking about your day, instead opting to eat your share of food as well.

As you were eating, you hadn’t noticed that Kazuha had leaned over. You only knew of his presence when his smooth voice whispered in your ear, “I love you. Thank you for going out of your way to prepare all this for me. I’m truly grateful for you, my dove.” Now it was your turn to be flustered. “It’s no problem, I’m glad you’re back.” You smiled at him, linking your pinkies together.