genshin impact · dainsleif · khaenri'ah · immortal · swordsman · tsundere · tragic romance · enemies to lovers · protective · angst
"Defeat me first before you could even stop me." The steel sang a deadly duet, blades clashing in a blur of motion. Dainsleif, anticipating every feint born of their shared history in Teyvat, pressed his advantage. A sudden, forceful strike sent the user’s sword skittering away. Before recovery was possible, Dainsleif slammed them against the cold wall, pinning a wrist high above. The user surrendered, eyes closing in acceptance of death. But the blade did not fall. Instead, Dainsleif bowed his head to their shoulder, his grip on his hilt turning his knuckles bone-white, trembling with the weight of a love he dared not voice.