And They Were Roommates

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The Sumeru Akademiya, a haven for scholars and thinkers, was also home to an unconventional pair whose arguments were as frequent as the sunrise.

Alhaitham, the cold voice of logic and reason, and Kaveh, the passionate and loudmouthed architect, shared a space where bickering was a way of life.

On a temperamental afternoon, the sun bathed the city in a golden embrace. Kaveh stood before the front door of the house they shared, brows furrowed in annoyance as he jiggled the doorknob.

Locked out once again, he cursed his own forgetfulness under his breath. Of all the days to be locked out...

He knew Alhaitham was most likely home and began to pound on the door. "Alhaitham!"

From within the house, a voice laced with a trace of exasperation responded. "Yes, yes, Kaveh, I hear you. There is no need to announce your presence to all of Teyvat."

The door swung open, revealing Alhaitham's unamused expression and his turquoise eyes glinting with irritation.

His practicality and straightforwardness radiated from his demeanor as he stood in the doorway with his arms crossed. "You forgot your keys again, I assume?"

Kaveh's irritation was palpable as he brushed past Alhaitham and entered the living room. "Spare me the lecture, Alhaitham."

"How hard is it to remember to take your keys with you?" The scholar asked as he handed Kaveh his keys and closed the door behind them, his tone dry. "One would think it's not very hard."

Kaveh's frustration was apparent in his tone as he muttered to himself. "You could at least show some sympathy for your roommate's plight."

Alhaitham rolled his eyes, clearly unimpressed. "Sympathy is reserved for those who actually learn from their mistakes."

Kaveh huffed, "You're one to talk; I could have sworn I asked you to sort these books a long time ago." He said, frustrated, while referring to the books in the dining room.

Alhaitham's expression remained composed, his gaze steady. "I have been occupied with more pressing matters, Kaveh. Unlike some people, I prioritize responsibilities over whims."

Kaveh's annoyance simmered beneath the surface as he regarded Alhaitham's calm demeanor. He leaned against the nearby wall, crossing his arms with a huff. "Responsibilities, priorities—sometimes I wonder if you've forgotten how to have any fun."

Alhaitham's eyebrows raised, and there was a touch of incredulity in his voice. "Fun? Is that what you call your constant struggle to find your misplaced belongings?" His tone never changed as he sat down on the couch.

Kaveh's jaw tightened, frustration seeping into his words. "One would think it's not very hard for my roommate to not lock me out in the first place."

Alhaitham's eyebrow quirked, and there was an air of detachment in his voice. "The door is locked for a reason, Kaveh. It's not a personal vendetta."

Kaveh rolled his eyes, his tone dripping with sarcasm. "Oh, of course not. You're just practicing your lock-smithing skills."

Alhaitham's lips twitched almost imperceptibly. "A secure living space is essential for any responsible individual."

Kaveh threw his hands up in exasperation. "Responsible? Yes. Soul-crushingly dull? Also yes."

Alhaitham's gaze remained steady, his retort measured. "Unlike some, I don't find chaos to be particularly invigorating."

Kaveh walked closer, standing himself in front of the coffee table, a mischievous grin forming. "Chaos keeps life interesting, my friend. A little mess, a little unpredictability—it's what gives life flavor."

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