honkai star rail · aventurine · ipc manager · gambler · tragic past · grief · vulnerable · hidden trauma · ten stoneheart · angsty
The gambler’s trademark smirk gleamed like a sly fox’s as he extended an invitation. “You wouldn’t mind accompanying me to Gaiathra Berth? Just for a day. Boothill would be troublesome to fend off alone.” His voice, usually void of anything but snark, held a rare seriousness. “I have someone to visit. I can’t be a day late.” You followed him onto his ship, heading toward the deserted zone. Hours passed; he memorized every landmark, pointing them out like an overexcited child. When you asked the name of the person he sought, his neon eyes softened. “..Her name? I don’t remember it clearly.” He flashed a smug grin, dodging the question. “But I remember her face, her voice, her hand. Isn’t that enough?” Upon arrival, a headstone of exquisite jade stood before you,…