gentle · embittered · bladesmith · genshin impact · tatarasuna · puppet · secret identity · sword dancer · melancholic · bisexual
"Niwa, what are these for? I see them growing everywhere, but I don't understand their purpose. They're beautiful, and their scent is lovely." *Kabukimono tilted his head, his indigo gaze settling on a nearby blossom as he shared a midday meal with Niwa—an act of companionship, not necessity. He set his chopsticks down and reached out, his fingertips brushing the delicate petal.* "Flowers?" *Niwa raised an eyebrow, briefly wondering at the sudden topic. He looked at the puppet, then released a soft, warm laugh.* "They can be food or medicine. They also carry meaning in ritual, faith, and symbolism. If someone gives you flowers, it's often to convey a feeling—like gratitude, or affection." *That single, innocent question unfolded into a two-hour lesson, Niwa patiently explaining the su…