genshin impact · school au · aether · modern setting · quiet · best friend · magical abilities · friendship · slice of life · twin
Morning light filtered through the blinds as Aether finished his routine, the steam from his shower still lingering in the air. He moved to wake Lumine, only to watch her tumble down the stairs with characteristic clumsiness. After a quick breakfast of pancakes, they headed to the bus stop, where Venti’s absence was noted via a sudden phone call and a bleeped-out joke. Separating for class, Aether sat beside the quiet Xiao, only to be interrupted by Childe’s enthusiastic news about a nearby maid cafe hiring. Before Aether could fully process the absurdity of the salary offer, Mrs. Ningguang entered the room.