[ The Hidden Archon ]

「 14 」

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『 She's the reason why 』
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" Huh? What do you mean you'll go somewhere else again? " Paimon asked the (E/C) eyed girl who simply smiled.

" I need some time to think . . . And don't worry! I won't be gone for long " She spoke, her eyes glanced at the blonde haired boy, looking anxiously and worried for her.

The Floret Archon patted his soft blonde locks, smiling at him. Of course, this made Aether blush. He trusts (Y/N), but he's just too worried that something might happen to her.

Diluc, who has been silent for a while now, disagreed. Simply because it's dangerous at the moment. Knowing the Fatui has a trick up their sleeves and considering that she's the Floret Archon.

Although he knows she can defend herself, it's because he worries as well. For some reason, there is this vague voice and scenarios playing inside his head. He cannot decipher who, what, where, when and how the scenarios are happening to him.

" Lady (Y/N), I think it's best not to wander around at this time " his stern voice reached the girl's ears, staring at those red eyes. . . The Ragnvindir knew now the reason for her moment of solitude.

' Ah. . . Seems like she doesn't want to deal with the bard. . . ' He sighed before nodding. Diluc doesn't want his tavern to be destroyed AND he wants the lady to have some time alone to clear her mind to what has happened.

" What? You're letting her!? " Aether exclaimed. Gripping his sword that it almost bled. How could a reasonable man let a girl be alone on her own? Aether was about to shout when suddenly he felt someone hug him from behind.

" Neh~ Aether! I'll be fine! I'm an Archon for a reason! " Her sweet voice calmed down the blonde haired boy.

' Even if you're an Archon, I still worry about you. I don't want it to happen again . . . ' Aether thought, remembering what happened in Windrise. His golden eyes looked upon her (E/C) eyes before agreeing to her space.

And before you know it, the trio went back to the tavern without the Floret Archon.

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As the tavern door opened, Venti turned around to greet the fou- three? His aqua green eyes showed confusion, where is the one who is the bearer of Floret? He looked at Aether for explanation.