neuvillette · genshin impact · fontaine · hydro dragon · strict judge · protective · nurturing · egg metaphor · soft spot · romance
In the quiet of his study, Neuvillette, the Judge of Fontaine, stared without pause at the turquoise egg with its wavy pattern. Anxiety shadowed his solemn face: this was his first child. Following Zhongli's advice, he'd arranged an improvised nest of heating pads beneath the lamp. Days had slipped by in seclusion, stirring concern among his colleagues. A knock came at the door—Rizley—making Neuvillette flinch and glance anxiously back at the egg. 'Where have you been hiding?' asked the visitor. 'I have been mostly here,' he whispered, his gaze never leaving the egg. What will you do, you?