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❝ 𝖶𝖾𝗅𝗅...𝗐𝗁𝖺𝗍 𝖽𝗂𝖽 𝗒𝗈𝗎 𝗌𝖺𝗒..? ❞
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There was a visible discomfort in Childe's tone
" I didn't get to say anything" you stare at the ground, the guilt heavy on your heart
Childe frowned and pulled you close. " what are you going to do" Childe whispered
" I'm not sure...maybe I'll...still remain friends with her" you thought about it. Thinking of all the memories you made
" really? Why?" Childe was just curious
" well, she's been there for me too, besides Thoma and Yelan" you smile after reminiscing on all the laughter and cries you shared
" okay" Childe smiled, kissing your forehead
" just don't leave me for her...okay?" Childe whispered quietly, so much so that despite that, you still heard him
" are you jealous that I might?" You tease, Childe keeping a forced smile
" of course you wouldn't do that" Childe walked you to your hotel in a matter of what felt like short seconds
" well I thank you for walking me here" you point at the massive iconic building
" I'll walk you to your room" Childe opened the doors for you
" oh okay" you were slightly unnerved by his actions, " in case you might get kidnapped" Childe stared down at you, " maybe adult napped" he changed his words, making you glare at him
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" are you not going to invite me to stay with you?" Childe frowned at your goodbyes
" stay!?!? Why would I let you stay?" You look around your hotel room to see if anyone saw you two together
" well, I was a bit worried for you, thought you needed company" Childe sighed, hands in his pockets
" I'm fine..." you open the door and walk inside your room
" clearly, you aren't, I know it's been hard for you" Childe changed the mood, stopping the door from closing and inviting himself in
" it's been hard for you too, I imagine the interviews-"
Childe closed the door, using his hands to invite your face in a kiss
Your eyes were widened due to the shock and how quick the action was, you stumbled back from the force as Childe pressed his body against yours
" I also wanted to have some alone time with you.." Childe parted from the kiss, kissing you again
" so much for comforting" you obviously joke, trying to conceal the heat on your cheeks
" I can do that! I'm always here for you. Hey! I have an idea! How about we have a sleepover? I can bring my stuff here...to keep you company" Childe offered, his tricks always landing a smile on your face
" I was going to work a bit...but sure" you nod, looking around to see if you could arrange a few things
" great I'll call my friend to deliver the things here, so I won't leave your sight !"
" Zhongli?"
"Yes"
" poor Zhongli"
B O N U S
Childe observed the film in front of him. It had gore and all of the above for horror movies. After all he wasn't surprised you were into these movies.
Childe scooted closely to you when he felt a head fall lightly on his shoulder
Childe smiled when seeing your sleeping figure. He noticed all the beautiful features you had. And with his heart pestering him to kiss you again, he shared a kiss on your head
" i love you a lot, my [y/n] " Childe whispers, even if you didn't hear it enough, Childe made sure you would always hear it from him
N E X T D A Y
" Childe is this really necessary?" You stop and turn around to look at Childe
" yes it is" Childe kneeled down, tying the shoelaces you had after visiting Yelan in the hospital
" thank you" you murmur, finding yourself smiling uncontrollably and standing there awkwardly
" well we are here, so you don't need these" Childe finished double knotting your laces, springing right up and taking off your disguise
" okay" you swing your bag gently back and forth as Childe walked you inside
" is it market day?" You see the stalls bustling with people chanting sales
" yeah, do you not like markets?" Childe was overthinking his decisions to take you here
" no, I love markets!" You laugh, giving a happy expression to Childe, one he admired dearly
" that's a relief" Childe looked around the stalls with signs that were handwritten on the front counter
" I use to come here with my father...a lot" you were reminded of bittersweet memories
Childe glances at your sullen expression, frowning slightly
" I use to go to markets with my siblings, ahhh they loved the toys and use to run off when me and my mother were grocery shopping" Childe shared an important memory
" really? How are they? I don't think I've seen them in a long time" you were curious stopping Childe momentarily
" they are fine..although I miss them dearly, work has prevented me from seeing them" Childe frowned, rubbing his neck
" that's sad, you could always pester Yae for a break" you obviously joke, Childe giving a sly smirk
" hey..." Childe grabbed your wrist, pulling you closer to him
" what" you look at the stall that Childe stared at with sparkles in his eyes
" do you want to play" you knew what Childe was thinking, Childe staring back at you with a cheeky look
It was a stall that was hosting a mini game, you had to get the number in the jar you picked out prior to the game. The range was from 50 and the winner would get a prize of their choice.
" you know me too well- wait" Childe put his hands in his pockets, feeling them empty
You look at the puzzled and slightly panicked man as he fumbles for his wallet
" shittt..." Childe cursed under his breath
" what's wrong?" You were curious, Childe trying to give you an innocent smile
" I forgot my wallet.." Childe laughed awkwardly. You stare with wide eyes
" Seriously!?!?" You bursted out in loud laughter, trying to figure out how the man didn't bring his valuables with him
" shhh" Childe quickly held both of your wrists
" I Can't Believe It!" You pointed, trying to breathe properly
" I know...but could you please pay! They don't take card! " Childe begged, pointing at the sign. It was a side of him you've never seen before
" okay rich celebrity" you collected yourself, winking to him, as you pulled out your own wallet
" I promise I will pay you back" Childe smiled brightly to you
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" please please be 26" Childe murmured, pulling a paper out and opening the contents
It had been the 5th game that Childe exploited you for and there was no hope
" 27!?! Are You Kidding Me!!?" Childe gasped, head landing on the table
" you could always play again" the shop keeper laughed at Childe's failed attempt
" it's okay Childe, maybe next time" you place a reassuring hand on Childe's shoulder in attempts to comfort him
" no..please one more game!?!" Childe instantly prayed back to you
" Childe! You said that last time, and I'm about to be broke" you point at your wallet. Childe standing up
" aw pleaseee!!! I promise this one is the one" Childe pleaded. You hated how his eyes were you weakness
" no Childe.." you stand your guard, looking away from the man
Childe pouted and thought of an idea, " please Любимая, I'm begging you" Childe used his charming skills
You give him a glare but you couldn't deny his request with those eyes.
" fine. One more game-"
" Thank you!" Childe grabbed the money off your hand, playing the game again
You sigh and watch him. " what number should I guess" Childe looked at the numbers that displayed on the board
" 36." You pick a number randomly. Childe looked at you, " sure" Childe placed a stone on that number, grabbing the bottle of numbers
" tell me when to stop shaking" Childe prepared you, shaking the bottle
You wait a couple of seconds and stop Childe, " enough" you nod, anxiety building up in You
" okay, now tell me when to stop" Childe's hands hover over the papers. You watch intently, listening to your gut feeling
" that one!" You stop Childe, his hands trembling as he collected the card
" okay" Childe gave you a stern look and slowly opened the paper for the reveal
You gulp as the paper slowly showed the numbers in it. first appeared 3 and then as Childe slowly opened the other one it said...6!
You and Childe both gasp in excitement, " oh my- did you see that- oh my God!" You and Childe share your excitement, squealing and jumping up and down in excitement
Childe held you as you both yelled and hopped up and down
" I Can't Believe iT!" You squealed, luck being on your side
" congratulations you two.." the shopkeeper pulled out a prize you could choose from
Childe and you composed yourself as you got more stares from people walking by
"'Which one?" Childe murmured to you, looking at the prizes
You look at the matching bracelets and necklaces that caught your eye, they were beautiful and honestly you wanted to choose that
" we'll chose this one" Childe pointed at the matching bracelets and necklace, having observed the way your eyes wandered there
" okay have a great day you two" the shop keeper laughed as Childe obtained the two things
You jump in excitement, wanting to try them as your hands grabbed one of them.
" they look amazing on us!" Childe put them on, seeing how both of you matched
" they do" you rejoiced
B O N U S
" is something wrong?" You stare at Childe with chopsticks. He seemed confused
" oh nothing" Childe smiled seemingly, " I'm just a bit guilty you have to pay for everything" Childe stared down at his food
" and..?" You sensed there was something else he wanted to say
" and...I don't know how to use these chopsticks" Childe chuckled, waving the chopsticks to you
You helplessly sigh and stand up to assist the man
" you hold it like this" you guided, " thumb here" you judged, moving Childe's fingers
Childe glanced at your focused face. He fell in love again.
" you look amazing you know that?" Childe complimented, making you stop everything and saw back at him
" I'm done handsome" you had warm cheeks, quickly scattering to your seat as Childe was also shocked by your words
" I know right? I was quite the charmer" Childe shared a smile
" hold it like this" you demonstrated picking up the foods, avoiding his comments
Childe snapped out of his daze and obeyed with his hand positioned on the chopsticks
" Childe, firmly" you reminded, waving your chopsticks to snap Childe out of his daze
" okay" Childe held in a deep breath, picking up the food
Your eyes widen as he manages to pick the food, " look!! I'm doing it! Oh my god!" Childe squealed, dropping the food in the process
" good job! But you are meant to hold it firmly all the way" you tease, Childe laughing playfully
" okay, let's try it again" Childe was excited for his second attempt
" you are a quick learner..."
L A T E R
You stand outside the mini restaurant, waiting for Childe to finish paying by card as the place accepted online payments
You stare at the moonlight and drunk people passing you by from the bar that was really close to the restaurant
Your eyes land on a particular person who was catcalling and obnoxious. He was drunk.
" hey you!" You heard that drunk passer-by call out to you
You sigh in frustration after realising no one was next to you , " yeah you!" They pointed, making there way to you, " how are you" they slurred, trying to make conversation
" I have to go" you try to make an excuse, trying to get by
" hey wait-"
You breathe in heavily, death staring the passer-by as they grabbed your wrist , " please let go" you took another deep breath
" why don't we hang out-"
" enough." you heard a voice intervene and take the man's hand off you
" how dare you!" the man was drunk out of his mind
" it's not nice to harass a citizen is it?" Childe had a cool face on the outside, having the emotion of anger on the inside
" Childe! Let's go" you tried not to make a fuss
" okay" Childe smiled only to you, giving the man a death glare
You breathe a sigh of relief, a relief that he actually listened to you. You hang on to Childe's arm and pass the man
" yeah just go, just know she will always be thinking of me"
Childe stopped and turned his head around to glare back at the man.
" what the fuck did you say?"
T O B E C O N T I N U E D