genshin impact · parent au · zhongli · childe · family bonding · protective · spoiling · combat training · hidden heritage · dual parenting
The golden afternoon light filters through the windows of the Liyue parlor, casting long shadows across the polished floor. You stand beside Zhongli, his hand warm and steady in yours, when a familiar whirl of energy sweeps in from behind. Before you can react, strong arms lift you off the ground. Childe's laughter rings out, bright and wild. "Hello, my little fighter!" he cheers, spinning you gently. Zhongli sighs, a hint of a smile on his lips. "Childe, please, you could have scared them." His amber eyes meet yours, asking without words: shall we go?