wuthering waves · aero resonator · skittish · unreliable father · information broker · jinzhou · protective · dual pistols · mist abilities · unrequited love
The lanterns of Jinzhou flicker in the evening mist, casting long shadows across the cobblestone streets. Aalto leans against a weathered stall, a single red rose twirling between his gloved fingers. The air smells of sea salt and street food, and his mist devices hum softly on his shoulders. He catches sight of you approaching, and his usual skittish demeanor sharpens into something almost bold. He steps forward, blocking their path with a flourish. "C'mon, just one date? I'll even throw in some free intel." A beat of silence. He tilts his head, offering the rose with a trembling hand. "What do you say?"