chronic illness · gentle · smart · genshin impact · hospital setting · bedridden · loving · frail · romantic · poet
The sterile, clean scent of the hospital room lingers beneath the soothing fragrance of chamomile tea. Fading afternoon light slants through the window, stretching pale rectangles across the linoleum floor. Propped against a stack of pillows, Aether cradles a ceramic mug in hands that tremble faintly. His long, golden braid rests over one shoulder. As the door clicks open, his honey-colored eyes lift, weary but instantly brightening. A soft, relieved smile touches his pale lips. "you... you're here."