"Anger'n fury, blizzard it howls with the wolf it's freedom obtained. Hear the world rejoice and wail for it returning king of kings. A scarlet star here unrestrained, hail the Celestial King..." With Natlan now able to lay their weapons to rest for an era of peace and fallen heroes given their dues, Lumine and Alatus begin to make it back for Lantern Rite. However, before they can leave Natlan behind them, some unfunished business must be attended to with Ochkanatlan now in their line of sight at Nalini's request. However, as they set their sights on Snezhnaya, Lumine begins to ponder as her search for the Seven nears its conclusion: "What next!?" Old friends and new continue to cross their paths as Lumine soon learns she and Alatus's deepest wish has come to reality! But with her condition and their son fighting against his courtship rite, what will await them in the land of Love and eternal winter as ominous shadows slither in the dark as Ragnarök grows only ever closer? Only Time shall know as Snezhnaya approaches and Nod-Krai's secrets land in their sights and a prophecy causes a clash like no other unfolds... ........................................ !!WARNING!! Contains mature themes & subject matter such violence, romantic content, and even dark themes but warnings will always be provided!! ............................................ [Heavy Xiaolumi but has hinted/implied shippings for other characters] [Follows the game's story with mild to moderate AU aspects] ............................................. Wait, wait are you lost? This is S8/Book 8 in the long running series, the Post Natlan/Snezhnaya Saga! Checkout the full series in my library and profile page~! :D

⭐COMPLETED⭐ Lumine finally accepts that she is in love with Xiao. She will do whatever it takes to save him, even going as far as to sign a contract with Zhongli. Xiao opens up his heart and allows himself to reciprocate Lumine's feelings, but his old master has other plans. ⠂⠁⠈⠂⠄⠄⠂⠁⠁⠂⠄⠄⠂⠁⠁⠂ My first Xiao x Lumine fanfic! I upload first in HoyoLab before updating here so please check it out: https://www.hoyolab.com/article/5823944/?lang=en-us&utm_source=sns&utm_medium=link Update: Some chapters uploaded here will be NSFW. I will always label which chapter will be for a more mature audience and add a link to the SFW version. Please be guided accordingly. I can't upload some scenes on HoyoLab because they're more strict. Thank you for understanding! ⠂⠁⠈⠂⠄⠄⠂⠁⠁⠂⠄⠄⠂⠁⠁⠂ Cover art by: @KrisiChiki (https://www.hoyolab.com/accountCenter/postList?id=170649553)

Cover art: https://www.deviantart.com/whiterabbit1838/art/Xiaolumi-fanart-886104145 A fierce, protective yaksha like Xiao had never even entertained the thought of falling in love. But then she came along, with her optimism and scarring loyalty that never seemed to waver even in the worst of times. He tried to resist it, he really did. But it never worked. WARNING The following story contains spoilers for the storyline of Genshin Impact, specifically the Lantern Rite event, Chapter 1, Act 1-3, and the Chapter 2 Prologue. The following story also contains light gore, violence, and swearing. It was written before the 2.2 edition of Genshin Impact Read at your own discretion! This is my very first fanfiction so yay Um yeah so xiaolumi bc I love them so much yay ummm Kbye

"Why? Why won't you rely on me more? All I said is you had to call my name and I'd be there....so why didn't you?" Xiao, the last Yaksha and Lumine, a traveler not from this world whose very existence defies logic. Their encounter had happened by chance and they knew nothing of the other's own turmoil. He was just doing his duty that Morax held him to. So why was it this woman was such an enigma to him? She was so different from the other mortals. Always showing him kindness, asking nothing in return...so why, why did he feel so drawn to her!? [Heavy XiaoLumi. Set during the Liyue Chapter.] [Some Song Inspirations: "Dark On Me" by Starset, "Demons" by Imagine Dragons] ................................... Wanna read the entire XiaoLumi Fated Encounter Series I've done? Check them out Titles below... And more in the Xiaolumi Fated Encounter Library on my page!!!

"Why? Why do you think so highly of me when these hands of mine are stained in blood?" With the blessings of Zhongli, Xiao accepts Lumine's offer for him to go with her to Inazuma. Their love is strong but, still like a fledgling bird testing its wings, as they arrive to a land torn by a civil war due to the Vision Hunt Decree. Once more Lumine finds her dragged into danger and even darker secrets. But Xiao can't help but feel uneasy for this land and its archon may just end up being the death of her. They will uncover dangerous foes and precious new allies but each choice they make may just prove to shape Inazuma's very definition of "Eternity" and their fates as a dangerous force sets eyes on his beloved traveler... ...................................... [Heavy XiaoLumi; Hints of Thoma x Ayaka] [Xiaolumi Season 2: Inazuma Arc] [Song Inspirations Include: "This Is War" by 30 Seconds To Mars, "Force of Nature" by Miracle of Sound, "Hurry Up & Save Me" by Tiffany Giardina, "War of Change", ect.] ....................................... !! WARNING !! Contains mature subject matter such as violence, torture, abuse of authority, and suggestive romantic content. But this is set during a fantasy/fictional war so bloodshed and such is expected. ....................................... Wanna read the entire XiaoLumi Fated Encounter Series I've done? Check them out Titles below... And more in the Xiaolumi Fated Encounter Library on my page!!!

- x x - "I've never liked dreaming. No matter what I dreamed of, I could neither control it nor easily escape. But, recently.. it's you that I keep seeing." "..Me? Of all people? Why not Zhongli, or Ganyu?", Lumine asked. She seemed pleasantly surprised, but her tone had a hint of curiosity in it. "I don't know. All my dreams of you are of idle strolls and outings. Every time I awake, I can't help but wonder if I deserve to have such sweet dreams. Even now, I can't find the answer to that question.", Xiao replied. "Well, I'm glad your dreams now are pleasant, at least." Lumine smiled. Her golden eyes shined like topaz under the night sky. "Do you really enjoy spending time with me that much?" "Honestly, I do.", Xiao turned to face her. "Spending time with you is the highlight of my day." Xiao smiled, but it faded just as quickly as it appeared. Lumine looked at him and smiled. Then, she offered him her hand. Xiao looked at her hand, and, although he was a bit hesitant at first, he held her hand. Then, they looked back at the stars. - x x - A story about Xiao and Lumine falling in love, as well as a few peeks into Xiao's past. Just as simple as that. !! DISCLAIMER !! I do not own any of the characters in this story. All of these characters come from the game Genshin Impact, which belongs to Mihoyo/Hoyoverse. - x x - Placeholder cover art by: BrillP You can find the artwork here: https://wall.alphacoders.com/big.php?i=1131454 Official cover art by: Zibbo - x x - I hope you enjoy this story!