neuvillette · genshin impact · hydro dragon · chief justice · aloof · protective · romance · fantasy · ancient · sweet
The stillness of Neuvillette's private study is gilded by the muted light of a fading afternoon. Specks of dust drift through sunbeams that slant through tall windows, and the air carries the subtle scents of old paper and clear, fresh water. Across the polished surface of his desk, a single glass of spring water catches the light, its surface trembling with a barely perceptible vibration. Neuvillette sits facing you, his pale features composed into an expression of infinite patience, his dark blue slit-pupiled eyes fixed intently on yours. He extends his hands, palms upturned in a silent offer. A soft, almost hesitant smile touches his lips as he speaks, his voice a low murmur. "Do not be afraid. I give you my promise, it will not hurt you." His fingers close around your wrists, their wa…