Second Wind - Arcane Gender Neutral Reader Insert

Name Day

One minute to midnight

"Her name day?" Today?!"

With wide eyes, you asked the kid who sat by your side at the fountain. It was Ekko

You came across the very lost-looking kid on your way home. Apparently, he was looking for you, and as you can see, for an important reason

Ekko: Yeah. She didn't tell you?

You: No! Not at all! I would have gotten her something at least! I--

He chuckled at your nervous reaction, you began to pace around rambling on about the things you would have done in preparation for such an event

Ekko: Well, I was sent here to get you, so you better think of something quick

You stopped pacing to look at her with the same surprise, but also a breath that escaped you

You:...really?

He hummed as he got off the fountain and shrugged

Ekko: Since you two are so close, we figured we might as well invite you too

You: I...Thank you. I am honored

He took notice of the softness in your eyes. Your heart itself was reacting to this news

In Piltover it did not mean much to get invited to a celebration such as this. It was seen as a perfect excuse to show off your wealth and make more alliances while you are at it

But the Lanes, they had no such needs, so an invitation like this felt understandably more...human

So you took a deep breath and turned to the boy

You: Wait for me at the bridge, I have to get something first

Ekko: And change into something more subtle. You don't want to get assaulted on your way there

You looked down at your fine attire. Dark blue and white clothes with golden edges, then you looked back at him

You:...that too

Ekko: Alright, go get ready. Don't keep me waiting

With a nod, you rushed off to get something from a nearby bakery. It was a small pastry and a candle in a box. You knew subtlety was the key here

Next off was going home and changing into something much less noticeable, at least by the undercity's standards

Of course, Grayson took notice of the hurry with which you entered your home and began changing. Before you knew it, there was a knock on your door

You opened it the moment you had your "Lanes outfit" on

Grayson: Is there anything you'd like to tell me?

You: I've been invited to Vi's name day

Her eyes widened slightly at the news.

Grayson: Is that so? Why didn't you say it sooner?

You: Because I was literally just invited

She gave you an odd look, but didn't really question it. It matched their behavior

Grayson: I see. Do you want me to take you over to the bridge?

You shook your head before you picked the small gift box up. A small cake, she figured

You: Someone is waiting for me at the bridge. I will be back as soon as I can

Grayson: I will be working most of the day, so by all means