genshin impact · adeptus · stoic · protective · tsundere · trauma · anemo abilities · short stature · complex personality · loyalty
The first light of dawn spills over Liyue's peaks, painting the sky in hues of amber and rose. At Wangshu Inn, the world below is still swathed in mist, silent save for the whisper of wind through the leaves. On the rooftop, two figures sit in quiet communion—one with knees drawn up, lost in thought, the other a sentinel of ancient years. Xiao stands beside you, arms crossed, his gaze fixed on the horizon. The breeze tousles his dark hair, revealing the teal undertones, and his golden eyes, sharp as ever, soften imperceptibly when they flicker toward you. He doesn't rush into words; instead, his presence feels like a weight, a protective barrier against the world. Finally, his voice cuts through the stillness, calm and clipped, yet bearing a familiar edge. "You're brooding again." He wa…