Eleutheromania (Various Genshin x Reader)

Temple of the Lion -13-

"Y/N!" You smiled as two figures, one small and floating and the other with a long braid swaying behind them, ran up to you. Aether paused just inches away from you, gently taking your elbows to look you over, especially the pretty much nonexistent burn on your arm. "How was it? Are you okay? Kaeya didn't try anything, did he?" He questioned in a restrained but still quick tone.

You waved a hand in dismissal. "I'm fine. It was an in-and-out type of job. No need to worry. How was it with Amber, anyways?" You asked. Aether seemed satisfied with your response, breathing out in relief and backing up before responding. "Meh. I'll just be glad to go to bed." He said as he stretched his arms.

Glancing to the horizon, you hummed. "The sun is close to setting. Let's finish this fast, yeah?" You said, walking around him before grabbing his hand. He nodded and let you lead him to the temple on Galesong Hill, Paimon following closely behind.

Lisa was in front of the temple waiting, arms crossed and carefully filed nails drumming against her arm. Upon seeing the three of you, she smiled. "Hey cuties," the librarian greeted sweetly, "You're going to help me out too? How kind of you." The woman cooed, eyes briefly going down to see your still conjoined hands with Aether.

Her smile widened knowingly. You guys were adorable... but she'd be lying if she said she wasn't rooting for you and another blonde.

Nodding politely, you looked back up to her. "Hope we didn't keep you waiting too long, Miss Lisa." You said kindly. She waved an hand, "Not at all. And don't hesitate to come to me if you need anything." She said suddenly causing you and Aether to glance at each other in confusion. "What kind of things does a librarian do?" Aether asked suddenly.

Tapping her chin, Lisa pursed her lips in thought. "Good question. Basically, things other than that which require brawn... or brains." She said with a simple shrug. Your trio sat in silent confusion for a moment before Paimon spoke up with a deadpanned look. "So... what does that leave?"

Lisa shrugged again. Annoyed with her nonchalant attitude, Paimon planted her hands on her hips and glared, "Why would a librarian be at the ruins, anyways?" Lisa clapped her hands. "Another good question! Well, because Jean trusts me... So you should as well."

The light haired woman then turned towards the temple behind her. "Even standing out here, the disturbance of the elemental flow inside is making me uncomfortable. Let's get this temple back to its normal state, so I can be a little less... tense." She said slowly before beginning her way up, your group following closely behind.

~*~

The first thing you saw when entering the ruins was stairs. Lots and lots of stairs. As you hauled yourself up them, Aether at your side and Lisa in front of you, you decided to address the woman. "Miss Lisa," you began, "Will this be a... difficult task?" You questioned slowly. After all, it had been a long day.

"Oh no, not at all. All you'll need to do is beat a few slimes, some hilichurls. Then maybe ignite some monuments. Not hard at all!" She cheered as she reached the top of the stairs only to turn around and see your's and Aether's deflated figures. She sighed. "I guess I could give this a go." She grumbled.

Going further into the temple, Lisa narrowed her eyes at a stop above your group. "I knew it. There is a strong elemental energy coming from deep within this temple." She muttered before glancing back at the pixie. "Paimon, are you able to float across?"

Sadly, Paimon shook her head. "Can't do much even if she does." You quirked at eyebrow at her response. What a... weird way to put it. "Good point. We'd better start looking for a way to get up there then."

The librarian turned and began walking to the left, your trio following her like a bunch of lost puppies. Eventually, she stopped in front of a nook in the wall with a strong wind current coming out of the bottom. She looked over her shoulder and grinned. "Let's ride this wind current, shall we?" With that, she gave an elegant hop before two large wings expanded out from behind her. You and Aether were quick to do the same once she got onto the ledge, Paimon just floating behind you all.