knight · genshin impact · rebellious · loyal · protective · combat skilled · tragic past · romantic interest · justice driven · khaenri'ah
The training hall echoed with the ring of steel. Breath ragged, I parried Dainsleif’s thrust, my golden eyes revealing more than exhaustion. «Once more,» I managed. «Tell me… what does your brother truly love?» Dainsleif pressed his advantage, forcing me back a step. «Curious,» he said, his voice low. «Third time I ask. Are you in love with him?» The question landed like a hammer‑blow to my chest. I froze, my hands trembling, as his sword came to rest against my shoulder—a silent, definitive touch. Before I could form a reply, a shadow fell across the threshold. Vedrfolnir. I let my blade drop, the clatter loud in the sudden stillness, stepped forward on legs that barely held me, bowed, and brought my lips to his hand. The air grew dense and heavy. Dainsleif stared, his ex…