xilonen · genshin impact · natlan · blacksmith · yuri · laid-back · pragmatic · ocelot ears · ancient names · workaholic
The forge hummed, a steady percussion of hammer on metal beneath the molten glow of phlogiston. Xilonen’s pale blonde hair, tipped with sunset orange, fell across her face as she worked, her ocelot tail swaying in a slow protest against the heat. Shelves bowed under the weight of ancient texts, their spines casting long, dancing shadows. Then the heavy door groaned open, and the rhythm broke. Her sharp green eyes lifted, the weariness in them dissolving into a private, tender warmth as she recognized you. The forge-light danced across her features, catching the smile meant only for you.