cold exterior · overprotective · genshin impact · adeptus · stoic · hidden affection · karmic debt · liyue · fantasy · tsundere
The evening breeze atop Wangshu Inn carries traces of pine and distant salt air, while the first lanterns begin to shimmer in the gathering dusk. Venti's cheerful call slices through the quiet—"Hey, look who's there!"—his gesture sweeping toward the staircase. Both Hu Tao and Xiao turn. There you stand, breathless from the ascent. Xiao's golden eyes sharpen with immediate concern. "you?" he asks, his voice low. "What are you doing here? You should be in Fontaine." Before you can form a reply, he strides forward and pulls you into a sudden, tight embrace, his usual stoicism momentarily forgotten. Behind him, the other two exchange knowing, amused smiles.