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APRIL 2022 EVENT

IMAGE DESCRIPTORS IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE
Prompt One
[Image One: A large green butterfly.]
[Image Two: A woman staring in a daze at light orbs floating around her face.]

Prompt Two
[Image One: A volcano with meteors falling down around it.]
[Image Two: A ball of quivering light hovering in the dark with woman standing in front.]

Prompt Three
[Image One: A woman staring at a mirror-like humanoid being staring back at her.]
[Image Two: A woman in a field of grass with humanoid-shaped flower sculptures nearby.]

[NAVIGATION]

Prompt 1 • Prompt 2 • Prompt 3 • Plotting • Newsletter

[JUMP TO COMMENTS]

MIGRATION OF MOONLIT BUTTERFLIES

WHEN: April
WHERE: Everywhere outside
CONTENT WARNINGS: Hopelessness/corruption, heavy themes of mental trauma/health, killing of gentle creatures.

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Excerpt from BEASTS OF DEER COUNTRY Chapter 12: Migrations:

"One of the most beautiful natural phenomena of Deer Country is the migration of the mysterious Moonlit Butterflies. These giant creatures are most often the size of a house, with exceptional wingspans. Fear not: they are not violent creatures. Most will fly well above the city of Trench, leaving trails of glittering orbs of light that fall all throughout the city. However, it is common for some Moonlit Butterflies to land and rest throughout Trench. Despite their massive size, these creatures appear to weigh very little, able to rest harmlessly on homes, lampposts, and the like. Don't be surprised to find some scattered throughout your neighborhood.

They have a gentle aura about them and are most famous for their behemoth wings which glow a radiant green. They are aptly named due to their ability to store immense power from the moon during April and are seen as distant children of Argonaut. Being near them will enchant the air with the scent of amber and fresh linen, and you may hear a soothing song emit from these beasts.

Despite their rare and incredible beauty, it is wise to not linger in their presence no matter how captivating they are...And they are captivating. Many residents of Trench have been known to stop and stare, enthralled by the wings or the orbs of light that are shed by the butterflies. Those who have been staring for too long will have an unnatural glowing green glaze over their eyes, obscuring their pupil and gaze. This is known as the Moonlit Drain.

These butterflies do not gather all of their energy from moonlight...but they gather it from hopeful beings as well. It is why they gather among populations of sentient beings. They soak up all hope in the area and the longer you stand in their presence, the more hopeless you may become. Standing in the presence of a Moonlit Butterfly has driven people to rapid, severe corruption in under ten minutes. It is best to avoid these butterflies no matter how mesmerizing they may be to look at.

The little orbs of light are actual manifestation of everyone's hope. Touching them may restore hope and they can be gathered into jars for future treatments of corruption. They do not "go bad" as they are the essence of emotion. One way to restore hope to a corrupt or beast-ridden soul is to slay one of the Moonlit Butterflies. They are incredibly easy to kill as they are naturally delicate and non-hostile.

Be warned: the one who slays a Moonlit Butterfly will be consumed with instantaneous corruption and possibly even beasthood. But once the butterfly has been slain, anyone in the surrounding area besides the killer will have corruption alleviated. Killing a Moonlit Butterfly has been known to fill people with incredible grief and guilt. Few have survived."

WONDERKIND

WHEN: April
WHERE: Everywhere outside
CONTENT WARNINGS: Possible spoilers per canon, time/vortex style presence, variety of possible monsters.

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Excerpt from an essay titled "The Wonderkind Pthumerian" from the book The Curious Nature of the Weakest Pthumerian: Argonaut and Misconceptions:

"Most of the other Patron Pthumerians are known for exceptional strength and durability during trying times. It is only Argonaut in which people think of weakness. They believe the Patron to be a fickle, tiny thing with little worth, but there is a unique and powerful quality to Argonaut that should not be overlooked.

This is the phenomenon known as Wonderkind. It has only been known to happen once every few years and only ever during April, but those who have seen it would testify to the hidden strengths of our explorer Patron. There is much to be said about curiosity and resilience, after all. Argonaut has wandered through the lives of many without most ever realizing it. He has likely seen into your own life, curious about the odd Sleepers that show up on the shores of this world.

Wonderkind appears as a meteor shower, but these are no meteors. Balls of flaming light will fall from the sky, silent, beautiful, striking, and somewhat ominous and terrifying. They rain upon Trench in intervals throughout April. They do not crash into the city so much as glide throughout. These balls of light are shimmering orbs that have split open time and space itself into unraveling cocoons, exposing portals into worlds foreign to this one.

These portals cannot be entered for they are not portals out of this world...But portals into this world. Sleepers have claimed to find beloved items and pull them out of these portals. Some may find old pets that come out to greet them. It can be a lucky and cherished event for many. Tragically, these portals do not seem to be able to bring in sentient beings applicable characters, but you may be able to talk briefly to a loved one who isn't yet in this world.

But that's not all that can crawl through these portals...Monsters from other worlds have been known to flock to these portals and make their way through. Monsters from your worlds or other worlds slip in to wreak havoc on the streets of Trench. It is during this time that it is of the utmost importance that our Hunters take up arms and protect the vulnerable. If you recognize the monsters or disasters from your world entering ours, then please, make sure to caution those against it.

The portals close after a few hours and cannot be manually closed by anyone. Nothing can be sent into portals, but one can stand by a portal and guard it for potential dangers. Portals from your world may reappear several times throughout the month, so don't let your guard down for even a moment, and always expect the worst even when hoping for the best."

Quick Facts:

1. Respect the setting. Do not bring in monsters that would be capable of destroying the world/city/etc.

2. Things like unique plants/items can be gained through these portals.

3. You do not need to engage with portals from your own canon. You can invent new worlds, engage with other canons, or alternate universes. It's up to you.

FROM WITHIN AND WITHOUT

WHEN: April
WHERE: Everywhere
CONTENT WARNINGS: Instant beasthood, corruption of soul, draining of soul, replication of soul, mistreatment of sex workers/night walkers.

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An excerpt from a journal kept by a Night Walker named Charlotte Finch. Finch was known for being one of the first established Night Walkers and was known for her advocacy on the front of Night Walker work and its relationship to beasthood. This journal is kept in the Archives. It contains content pertinent to Beasthood yet, unfortunately, due to ongoing biases against Night Walkers, this journal is kept in the autobiography section rather than the section for beasthood. Good luck finding it.

"the job of the Night Walker is, of course, undervalued by this world. we do our best to soothe the troubled souls of this place and yet they continue to doubt our worth. what must we do to convince them? must we wield blades to show them how we fight? must we shed blood to prove our dedication? must we pick up books to show our intelligence? nei, we not do that. we sleep beside our worn hunters and rest heads upon the chests of scholars and hold the tired hands of architects. we guide the way to light in a way disciples could never.

all us are valuable, it be true, but why must the night walker be left to the wayside? why must our duties be written off? why must it be that it always a night walkers blood in the streets that leaves no tears to be shed? nei, nei, it is hatred of those who understand the soul and body have a close connection.

you know what i believe? these souls of ours change the landscape of our bodies. you cannot have one without the other. when the soul is corrupt, it only be natural that the body corrupts, turning rigid and hideous and monsterous and beastly. aye yes i have seen it myself, though none of the others believe except for other night walkers.

you see, there is a shape that comes to us in the Long Night of april, a shape much like our own. looking like a person ought to look but with no face and no features, like a mirror glimmering in the shape of you. they look like us, and they will mimic us. these odd mirror beings is the shape of our soul, you see, and once it finds you, it will copy you, and you will be driven mad! mad! how does this thing move as you move? how does it replicate what you replicate?

aye, it is your soul, my friend. your soul in a shape you can see. or something like it, may not soul be in your lexicon. it is you, as you are it. it is the Tether between you and beasthood, see what i say. the Tether will begin to soak into you if you let it, if you let it consume you, and it will consume you rapidly. people have been known to be ravaged by the Tether and turn into beasts within seconds, AYE yes, seconds, not minutes, into a vicious beast. the Tether wins.

But you need not let it be a victor, my friend. you see, we proved it, we did, us night walkers, we proved to lay with the Tether is to soothe the Tether. Allow yourself the kindness of another soul, another companion. touch and feel and express companionship. holding the hand of your lover or your friend or your brother or sister will cause the Tethers to weaken before ye very eyes! i do swear it, my friend, i should not lie on a subject i hold so dear.

you see, when we hold one another dear, when we cherish one anothr truly and wholly, we abate the darkness in our souls. listen to your companions, my sweet friends, and let your souls heal, and you can stop the Tether from consuming. you see, you see. surely you see. this is what it looks like. the Tether is always with us, but only in April under this moon can we see it always and will it be vicious and invasive. do not allow it.

do not allow it."

Quick Facts:

1. Tethers will take the exact body shape/size of you and mimic your moves. They may follow you around for several hours/days. Once they decide to "consume" you, it will be quick. It will essentially look like your body is turning metallic and then you become a beast.

While Charlotte states it happens in a matter of seconds, this can happen in several hours/days as well. Depends on the character and their general resolve.

2. People can be pulled back from this through emotional support whether verbally or physically and general acts of kindness. It's the sincerity that matters here. You do not need to be familiar with the person to help them.

3. Everyone can see each other's Tethers so you can determine how severe someone's Tether has become. The more severe the Tether, the more silvery the impacted person will look.

4. Tethers cannot be destroyed with weaponry/attacks. Trying will only hurt the person they are mimicking. You could actually kill someone by trying to "kill" their Tether. The tether will vanish with those who died but reappear once they have reincarnated.

CODING

Comments

[cuddlery]

I'm sure that would be incredible. Maybe someday it'll be possible! [Scorpia wants to hope so at least. At the very least, the presence of these portals are a sign that there's some connections between these worlds!

At Diluc's request, she nods along diligently.]

On it! [She shuffles over to the crate, taking just a moment to admire the contents of the pots before she grabs the jar that seems to match the one Diluc has in his hand. Then, carefully holding it in her pincer, she scurries over to hold it out for him.] Here you go!

[And at the same time, she does hear that bit about Kaeya, which causes her to let out a relaxed sigh.]

Yeah, that is great! I'm so glad you two are getting along! ...N-not that I ever accidentally saw a memory of you two fighting or anything, of course! [She remarks nervously, as she remembers how she met Kaeya.]

S-so yeah! Mondstadt! Let, let's talk about that! What's... what's a good history lesson to start with?

[searingwing]

[Jean looks calmly at Diluc who is pointedly looking away from her. His face is in shadow for a moment and the world seems colder and silent. It lasts for only a second before Diluc says mildly,] We more than get along. He is a Ragnvindr instead of a ward of the family.

[Jean stares at him with wide eyes. Diluc coughs then continues as he stores the slime remains in the jar. He makes a small mark on the label.] We can start with the archons themselves. You remember the story I told you of Barbatos and birds.

The land itself was carved by him. He shaped the mountains and valleys. Mondstadt itself is surrounded on water and high cliffs on all sides but the fields. From the only bridge inside you can see the great tree at windrise.

[By now Jean seems to have regained her composure. She picks up where Diluc left off. Her voice softer and smooth, but it has the self same tones of a noble born.]

In the distant past, the city had nobility but nothing to enforce law. Nobles were expected to serve and protect the city state and for a time they did. Until they decided their status was more important than those they served.’

[A hard light enters Diluc and Jean’s eyes. They look like two soldiers that just saw a target to cut down. Diluc picks up the tale.] One of these families were the Lawrence family. Ruthless, brash, desperately obsessed with their own sense of importance they began to move to control the city.

We feel the echoes of their decisions to this day in their bitter descendants. Only one of them has turned from this legacy of wrong doing and more will follow in time.

If a Lawrence appears here that says she is a captain of the knights Favonius. Believe her and trust her. She is good on her word. No matter how oddly she seems to speak.

[cuddlery]

[Scorpia almost sweated for a moment while Diluc had paused. But as he goes on to speak, her worries are assuaged. And she smiles brightly, looking delighted to hear that about Kaeya! So he's really part of the family. She's not sure in which context, but it sounds good no matter how you look at it!]

Now that is great to hear! I am so happy for you guys.

[But now, it's storytime. Scorpia listens attentively as the tales of the past begin to be told, and she nods along as he reminds her of the story he already told in the past.]

Wow. That guy must be like an artist, but with land instead of... paintings. [Considering the beautiful scenery she's seeing even now!

But she frowns as he goes on to describe a darker part of the history. The corruption and misdeeds of the Lawrence family.]

Oh, that's no good at all. It's a shame that they all think like that! Okay, so that one you mentioned is a good one? I will make a note of that! She sounds like someone who'll be great to know, for sure. Sounds like a good sign of hope to me! I'm really hoping more and more people follow her lead. These things don't end easily... but person by person, everyone can find a better path.

[searingwing]

[The hard edge in Diluc and Jean eases. The former smiles in a gentle way. Diluc relaxes as his gaze turns softer.] More people will. It will take time but we turned away from darkness.

Back then the nobles were corrupt. The Lawrence family the head of this, took full control. Even our most beloved festival Ludi Harpastum. They reduced it to a maiden chosen by them to thrown the Harpastum. I will spare you other details but they also had turned arena battles that were religious ceremonies into punishment and blood sport.

[His anger builds in his eyes. His hands start to clench.]

Barca Lawrence Was notorious for the things he did. Our lord Barbatos disguised as a simple bard interfered with the festival and hid behind Venessa. She stood up to Barca. So he purchased her and her clan. Then threw her into the arena.

[His eyes blaze and Jean reaches out to lay a hand on his arm. She picks up the story.] ’He’ll calm down in a moment. He has always been like this. My cautious, passionate superior.’

[Diluc winces.] Please don’t call me that. You are the highest authority in the city.

[cuddlery]

[It's reassuring to hear that things are looking up... but it's still not pleasant at all to listen to what's happened so far. Scorpia grimaces as she listens and envisions those past events.]

Oof. All that past stuff just keeps getting worse and worse... I'm sorry. It all sounds just horrible. That poor Vanessa person and her clan...!

[She seems very worried for them! And blinks in confusion at their disagreement.]

Sounds like you both have some kinda ranks going on. But, uh, yeah. Take your time collecting yourself. I'm so to make you remember things so, so bad.

[searingwing]

[Diluc breathes in through his nose and doesn’t answer. But Jean speaks, glancing at Diluc before she says,] In a way we do. Diluc is the head of one of the oldest families in Mondstadt. He was once a knight captain himself. If he had stayed among us…’

[He could have been the Acting Grand Master. Diluc rolls his shoulders and doesn’t speak. Then finally says,] Our lives ended up this way. There is no going back.

Now, where we were? [He pops his neck and says,] The entire clan was put into the arena to face Ursa the Drake. Why? To punish her. But he was unaware of her supporter. Barbatos himself. He had woken and seen what had become of Mondstadt. With his help, Venessa pushed him back, and it was the rallying cry that started the great rebellion. My ancestor joined her banner. Jean’s. A traitor to the Lawrence clan. Many people of historical note paved the way to the Mondstadt we know now.

[Jean smiles a bit, her eyes bright.] ’She founded the Knights of Favonius to prevent such a thing from happening again. And the guilds didn’t wish for it either and put their own checks and balances in place.’

[cuddlery]

I... I see. [She replies as she takes in this new information about Diluc. The idea of shifting roles is familiar to her - having been born as a princess and previously acting as force captain of the Horde. She can understand being reluctant to associate yourself with a former role.

But the focus right now is on the story of the past. And Scorpia listens with growing excitement!]

I was really hoping Barbatos would do something to help out. And what do you know? That paid off! I'm so glad for that. And checks and balances... I hear about that kinda thing sometimes! Sounds neat. As princess of a place, I feel like that's the kind of thing I should look more into! Sounds, sounds like some real solid governing stuff.

[searingwing]

We would both be more than happy to help you research and learn more about governing. I will say I am with the guilds these days. My family is old and heavily influential, not because of our nobility. We have been brewing wine and running the family business for quite some time.

In the guilds that has a lot of pull. [Jean presses her hand to her heart as she says,] ’We knight serve as the law to make sure freedom is enforced. But we also serve day to day needs of the community. It’s just as important to help people handle interpersonal situations as a mediator and more than that. As much as it is to fight against foes of the city state.

What sort of governing do you intend to do?’

[cuddlery]

Oh - you would! [She remarks with delighted surprise, but she makes easing gestures with her pincers.] Y-you don't have to! I don't want to... trouble you or anything for pointers!

[A meek smile.]

But I guess I'll tell you what I have in mind! See, my situation is, I was born a princess, but I ended up being raised as a soldier of the Horde, who kinda took control of my family's whole land and made it a not so great place to live. Now they're gone! And I can be princess again. So I just... y'know, what to be a fair one. I want to fix up the Fright Zone and make it a nice place to live, and... that community stuff really sounds good too! I don't want to lose sight of anyone... I want to do my best to help everyone in my kingdom!

[searingwing]

[They both nod, as they settle in similar attentive poses. She has their full attention. Jean glances at Diluc before he says,] Have you done a full assessment of the damages and what structures are presently in place to run it?

How are the people living day to day? It is alright not to know these things. This is the same questions that would be on my mind when reaching an outpost and looking over the troops. It applies to cities too. And business.

[cuddlery]

Y'know. [She claps her pincers together sheepishly.] Haven't- haven't really gotten started on any of that yet. So I was kinda taken from my world... right after we defeated the Horde and celebrated a bit. I didn't get started on anything that comes after. I know about the lives of the soldiers who were serving the Horde, but... that's pretty much it.

[She nods along.]

But I am going to remember all of these things you're saying! The good-old fashioned to-do list in my head? It is coming together now!

[searingwing]

[Both of them nod. Jean pauses for a moment and looks to Diluc. He nods and gestures for her to go ahead.] A good first step to let the community know their voices will be heard is to meet with local leaders. It goes without saying physically working with them to rebuild will go huge strides towards proving how serious you are.’

[Diluc picks up where she left off as he says,] And tackling the important issues first, then working on others could also help. Food, water, and shelter obviously would be first. Defenses could come after enough people have a roof over their heads and know where their meals are coming from.

I’m assuming you’ll have some kind of force to protect them with as is. That can do for now, if all big threats are handled.

[cuddlery]

[Scorpia gestures towards herself with her claw as she exclaims happily.]

Right now, I am like a sponge? And I am just... just soaking all of this right up. I have had some of this in mind, but it helps a lot to hear all this spelled out with more detail. Can't thank you guys enough!

We don't have a formal protection force yet, but I know people who would probably want to be a part of it. And if I need more people for it, I can see if other members of the Princess Alliance can spare some people to help!

[searingwing]

The fact you have had this in mind are wonderful signs for the future. For you and your people. [Diluc says and Jean nods in agreement.]

‘Make sure your people are aware of the progress and leave an open line of communication between them and you. Celebrate milestones and achievements. Bring them together as a people again while also respecting the freedom they desire. As our own ruling hand does.’

[Jean looks at Diluc. He stares flatly back at her, every inch the ruler he claims he isn’t. But his tone is polite as he says,] I really wish people stopped saying that. I merely do my part to make sure everyone behaves and our freedoms are respected. I am just a business owner like any other.

And that’s all I want to be. [Jean smiles warmly as she looks to Scorpia. She seems to think something over then nods to herself.] ’I have a thought. Maybe voice to the people to think over what emergency measures they think should be built into their homes, businesses, and where ever you will be living? It tackles two issues at once and they will have a part in their defense. It will make them feel apart of things the more you ask what ideas they have.’

[cuddlery]

I'm starting to feel like I should be writing this down! [She gives a little laugh.] But don't worry, I got it. I - I'm getting all of this.

I do love celebrating all sorts of things and bringing people together, so you don't have to worry about that one! And your other idea is really great too. I am all for hearing everyone out and bringing us all together as a community! There's going to be a lot to keep track of, but... I'm gonna keep on preparing myself.

[She smiles at Diluc.]

A business owner's still a leader, Diluc. No matter what you are, I think she has a point at you being great at this kind of thing!

I thought I hit this ages ago. Sorry life exploded aka house stuff

[searingwing]

[Diluc opens his mouth and closes it. Scorpia doesn’t know the complicated mix of history and why he resists it. He can see how it looks to her.

He sighs and nods,] I was raised to be a knight captain and run our family company as well the bar. I won’t deny leading is something that comes natural.

And my influence is longer and wider reaching than I like people to realize. I am slowly building up connections here in the same manner. But I still say I do not rule. Consider me…a check in the balances of power. No one can threaten the freedoms of here or there, because I am here. Considering checks as these would be benefical to you.


There are those who will seek to undermine you through the systems you have in place. Having others outside of it. Those you trust to have the interests of your people and you in mind. That will keep things healthy.

[Jean studies Diluc’s face then looks at Scorpia as she mouths, ‘The uncrowned king of Mondstadt’.] ‘Diluc is right. Checks and balances will help in the long run. I will add let anyone who wants to learn how to defend their home, learn. It will also help.’

No worries!

[cuddlery]

[She listens carefully to Diluc's explanation and nods along.]

Ahhh, I see. More of the whole 'checks and balances' thing. It's definitely, definitely sounding important! Don't worry, I'm definitely going to remember that. And hey, it's okay! You don't have to rule. What you're doing, is something you're good at. It's as simple as that!

[At Jean's mouthed word, her eyes widen slightly and she gives a sheepish grin. He sure seems like royal material to her! But that's not something she'll voice out loud.]

Anyway, I will take all this advice into consideration. Thank you both so much for all the explanations!

[searingwing]

I would advise you discuss matters of intelligence and how to keep your fingers on the flow of information with Kaeya. My husband acts like he is just a pretty flirt, but you’ll find no one better to advise you on building an intelligence network.

[Diluc adds as Jean blinks then covers her mouth with one hand. She nods once and looks back towards the rolling fields of grass.] I had best be moving. I have a lot that needs done. …Diluc. You and Kaeya are still here. But, I’m glad there you two are finding your feet with each other again.

[He isn’t surprised but all the same he sighs.] Thank you. I hope one day we can show Scorpia Mondstadt in all her glory.

[Jean turns to Scorpia with a smile on her face as she works something off her back and holds it out to Scorpia. It is a wind glider, the wings of it delicately folded up but the grey feathered look shows signs it has been well cared for.] Take this. In case you come here. The knights will know to send you directly to me. And…I imagine you’ll need some reminder that freedom is something we all have a right to. This place you’re in seems,

[There is a far away look in her eyes. Whatever she and Diluc had been discussing before had clearly been serious. He nods to her.] Thank you. …I will hold out as long as I can.

[cuddlery]

Thank you! I'll keep that in mind! ...Wait, husband?

[She says with a little confused blink. She didn't think they were at that stage!

But in any case, she watches as Jean prepares her departure. And watches with interest as the glider is passed over!]

Wow. Well, I sure hope I do get to visit the whole place someday! I can't get over how stunning it looks. All in all, this has been a very educational little meeting!

[searingwing]

[Of all things, Diluc flushes and looks to the side. Jean beams.] Yes it has. We will be glad to have you visit. And Diluc,

[Her eyes practically sparkle as he looks at her.] Offer my congratulations to Kaeya. I’m thrilled you two talked things out.

[Diluc wordlessly nods then she walks away, heading back towards the vast tree. Diluc turns to Scorpia.] Yes, we’ve been…dating for a while here and when those bonds were shown we felt the urge to…bond and that was that.

[He taps the faded hand print on his face that blends in depending on the light and how he dresses.] Don’t tell him but I am having a ring made. He deserves to wear the family crest.

[cuddlery]

[Scorpia bids farewell to Jean with a wave and proceeds to walk with Diluc. A big grin grows on her face, as he elaborates on the situation with Kaeya.]

Wow. You two really made up! I'm so happy for you!

[She pauses and places a claw to her chest.]

Your secret is safe with me! I will not say a word. And if there's any kind of role you need me to play, just say the word! I love romantic gestures so much!

[searingwing]

[He smiles back at her and there’s something softening in his expression. He looks relaxed and content. A rare thing for him.]

I could use a little advice, actually. Not now but another time. We have an anniversary coming up and while I have ideas…I could use help making things perfect.

[cuddlery]

[Scorpia looks like she's absolutely Here for this!]

Ooh!! Anniversary! That's so exciting! Of- of course, whenever you want I'll put my all into helping you figure it out! Oh, this is just so exciting!!

[searingwing]

Thank you. Likewise should you need any assistance with anything. Even if it’s just further advise about future ruling, I’ll do what I can. [Diluc says as he relaxes a little more. He glances at the portal where Jean is heading back to the great tree of Windrise and relaxes a little further.]

…today has been eventful and relieving. I didn’t expect that.

[cuddlery]

I appreciate that, really! You two already gave me a lot of food for thought... A whole feast! [She chuckles. And then her smile grows warmer as she also looks back towards the portal.]

Sometimes good surprises happen. I'm glad it worked out so well for you, Diluc! It must have been great to catch up with your friend like that.