[Tartaglia's eyes lock onto her, watching the spoon slowly get pulled outward as she flutters her lashes at him, and he can feel himself stir beneath his waist with anticipation. He shifts in his seat at the simple gesture that's already managed to bring a level of heat between his legs, smirking back at her as if there's more than just dessert waiting for her. She really does know exactly what she's doing, revving him up and teasing him in preparation for what they'll do in a few more minutes.
Her stare keeps him focused on her, feeling his mouth dry a little as she licks her lips, imagining where those lips would be soon enough and how badly he is starting to need them to do terrible and incredible things to him.]
Mmmmm...
[He hums thoughtfully, leaning over to let her feed him the bit of breakfast, doing the exact same thing back to her as his eyelashes flutter shut, cupping the bottom of her hand with his own. He slowly drags his lips over the metal as he eats the food off of it, the spoon coming out with a tiny pop, making a deliberate effort to swallow it before he opens his eyes again. A swirling, dark need brews in his eyes, his smirk almost evil as he gazes back into her eyes.]
A nice treat sounds like just the thing we deserve. You've been more than thoughtful and giving today, so I'll do more than just spoil you. I'll give you everything you could crave for, just allow me in and I'll make it worth your while.
[Though he's not sure if he's going to finish his breakfast at this rate, greed surging through him, a dark force telling him that sinking into Yoimiya would satisfy his hunger.]
We could always finish this up later, if you'd like your dessert now.
[ Maybe Yoimiya should consider honing her fishing skills because she just caught an Ajax hook, line, and sinker. A devilish smirk curves at the corners of her soft lips, she might have the face of an angel but behind her cute features is a myriad of dark, impure desires brewing in her decadent mind. Oh, how she can't wait to taste every inch of his skin and have her pretty little mouth wrapped around him as she indulges in his wonderful essence. It'll be the best treat anyone could ask for.
But then, he manages to catch his own Yoimiya fish in turn. Her stare is glued onto him, swallowing hard as she watches his tantalizing mouth drag across the rim of her spoon. That delightful pop draws a greedy need that forms in the pit of her stomach and then straight to her thighs. Her small hand reaches up to cup his, gently stroking his skin with her thumb as she imagines his lips all over her body, all the incredible acts his mouth has done for her time and time again. ]
Mm... yeah, my insatiable appetite can't be contained. I think I want my dessert right now.
[ Yup, she's a thirsty gal and certainly not for food. Not wasting any time, she quickly gets up out of her chair, holding out her hand to Ajax. ]
Although, before we get started. Maybe we should put up the food first.
[The second her hand comes up to gently brush his own, he knows he's gotten her, that whatever thoughts she was having before that weren't about climbing in bed with him were finally erased for the most part. Not that he's in any better shape either, barely even caring about the food at this point until she brings it up. Entranced and completely seduced by her, he feels his head fog up with thoughts of her on the bed, how he'd extract those familiar and delicious cries out of her, give her everything she wants and desires...]
...oh, right. I suppose we could put it away in case we take a little longer than expected, huh?
[Taking her hand, he stands to immediately pull her into a deep, ardorous kiss. His tongue wastes no time slipping inside of her mouth for a few moments as he presses not only himself against her, but also pressing his will into her as well- he needs her more than anything else, and he wants her to feel it, to know that he needs to taste her skin against his own.
Tartaglia releases their kiss slowly, managing to wink at her despite how breathless he is, gazing deeply into her eyes as he speaks.]
How about I take care of it, and you wait for me in the bedroom. I promise I'll be quick.
TIME SKIPPING BC I HATE THESE TWO AND THEIR HORNY BUTTS SO MUCH
[ If she hadn't said it herself, Yoimiya would have forgotten about the food the moment he pulled her into that deep, luscious kiss that sets every nerve of her body on fire. She moans into the kiss, pressing her body against him to drown herself in his heat, she's so delighted to feel his deep-seated need aching for her. Never before has she felt so wanted and desired by anyone in her life and she's happy that it's Ajax who gets to have her all to himself. Once they pull away from the kiss, she sees stars, lightly panting while gazing into his beautiful eyes. ]
All right, I'll be waiting for you. Don't worry, I know you to be zip-zappy, hehe.
[ Giggling, she circles a finger around his chest, dragging it down until it stops right at the waistband of his pants. Shooting him one last wink, she departs to the bedroom with a skip in her step... and deliberately wiggling her cute, round butt at him. They're in for a great time. ]
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[ Eventually, after they take care of their... ahem "business", the two of them head out to enjoy the festive scenery. As expected of this high-tech world, the lights strewn about the city are dazzling. Hand-in-hand with Ajax, Yoimiya's heart races with each step, it's as if they are mini fireworks lighting the way to bless the residents on this magical holiday. It had been a joyful adventure, getting caught by a roaming mistletoe had been one of the highlights along with other... fun, affectionate chaos the two of them happily indulged themselves in (deep sigh) but soon, it starts to get late and it's time for them to go back home. ]
Thank you for taking me out! Nightwake really knows how to go all out for Christmas, the lights were stunning and we had so much... fun, hehe. [ If you know, you know. ] We should go out again during New Years.
[ In her hands is the wedding charm bestowed to them. Pink dusts her cheeks as she recalls the events that took place, an overly eager shop owner promoting their store happened to catch the pair the pair out and about, mistaking their lovey-dovey aura as a couple making plans to get hitched. ]
It's a little funny we were confused for a married couple. Do we really give off that kind of vibe?
[He's never seen anything like it, all the lights strewn about on people's houses with all the different snowy, Christmas decorations they put on and around their houses. It's his first Christmas ever, and he loves every second of it. It's too bad Snezhnaya doesn't celebrate it, it would be beautiful against the backdrop of his homeland. He doesn't even mind getting caught by the magical mistletoe, because both he and Yoimiya took advantage of it more than it took advantage of them, probably much to the dismay of anyone who happened to be around them at the time.
Childe stretches his arms out as they walk back into the apartment, yawning after their exciting evening.]
I guess we just seem like a natural fit for each other, [he says, grinning as he takes his shoes off to go and plop down on the couch.]
I don't disagree with their assessment, would you?
[His eyes seem to brighten, wondering what she'd say to that. It'll help him with future decisions...ones he's not bringing up to her right now.]
[ Following suit, Yoimiya slips out of her boots and coat to join her sweetheart on the couch. Getting nice and cozy, she snuggles up next to him, taking delight in his warmth by nuzzling her face into his arm. ]
Mm... not at all. I think their assessment is pretty spot on.
[ After getting a good feel for his warmth she gives his biceps a gentle squeeze just before looking up at him with a grin to match his own.
Realistically, Yoimiya knows what she's about to say is too soon but she's never been more sure of anything else in her entire life. Never before has she felt so deeply connected to someone in every sense, a connection that's only gotten stronger over time, and now, she's confident nothing will ever break their bond. She might be a naive, young woman in love but she knows what her heart wants. ]
I love everything about you, Ajax. Every day, I'm thankful to the stars that we were able to cross paths during that fateful day in Chinju Forest. From the bottom of my heart, I feel like I've found the love of my life, my one and only, my soulmate.
[Tartaglia shifts just so as she nuzzles into his arm and snuggles against him, so it's a bit more comfortable for them both. Now that they're both comfortable on the couch next to each other, he sinks into her own warmth, cozy and relaxed with her against him, feeling at home and at peace with his darling Yoimiya curled up next to him. His eyes soften at her words, slipping his arm behind her to pull her further into him, tugging lightly at her waist as he leans over to press a gentle kiss to her lips. His free hand brushes her cheek, admiring every perfectly created curve of her face, savoring the touch of her soft skin against his own.]
...I feel the same. I feel complete now that I have you by my side, my quest to conquer the world now given more meaning, and my heart aches to give you everything this world has to offer. You're everything I could of dreamed of, Yoimiya. I love you from the very core of my being, and I'd like nothing better than to spend the rest of my days with you.
[His eyes meet her own, a combination of a deep seated adoration, obsession, possessiveness, and devotion swirling in his clouded blue eyes. Yoimiya means the world to him, and he's unafraid to show it, as he hums in thought.]
So...what if I were to, say, propose to you? Would you say yes?
[ What a blessing this is, to snuggle up on the couch with his arms wrapped around her in complete and total bliss. Humming softly against his lips, she affectionately returns the kiss in full. Once they break, a satisfied sigh slips out of her lips as she basks in his perfect, handsome face staring at her.
"So...what if I were to, say, propose to you? " Just like that, he asks an unexpected question that has her heart fluttering. To hear that out of his mouth is very surprising, catching her so off guard that she stares at him in shock momentarily, she figured this topic wouldn't crop up for at least another year. There's still a lot that needs to be done before they consider marriage and deep down inside, Yoimiya doesn't believe she's skilled enough to be his wife.
At first she doesn't respond right away, needing a minute to calm her racing heart. ]
Yes. I'd say yes in a heartbeat.
[ There's not a hint of uncertainty when she speaks up, answering with a steadfast conviction in her voice. In the depths of her golden eyes lies devotion, admiration, obsession and a twisted love rooted with deep dark desires for her one and only, Ajax. But even in the face of corruption, she's still absolutely firm in this decision. Yoimiya has never been more sure of anything else in her life. ]
But... I know you have so much to accomplish in life, battlefields to conquer, and seeing your Archon's goals. Till my dying breath, I'll be happy to follow you in your quest to conquer the world. So... no matter how long it takes, I swear from the bottom of my heart, I will always wait for you. I love you and you alone, Ajax. There's not a single soul I'd rather be with.
[He waits patiently, trying his best not to let his expression give away what he's feeling inside between when he asks the question and her answer. Tartaglia can definitely feel the gravity in the air as she takes a moment to calm herself, and while he's confident she'll say yes, he can't help but feel a pang of nervousness in his chest. But it's chased away the moment she confirms exactly what he was thinking, breathing out a small sigh of content, feeling his heart warm with joy that she would marry him. He can see his future in her eyes, a life full of battle and happiness for as long as they're together.
In a gentle gesture, Ajax lets his head rest against hers, appreciative of how dedicated she is, that even though all of that she'd wait for him. Though she doesn't know it, he's not interested in waiting that long, because there's no guarantee that he'd even remember her once they got back...but that's another conversation for another day, one that he isn't ready to have with her just yet.]
You flatter me as always, Yoimiya. I always feel as if I've found a precious treasure having you by my side. I love you so much, and I'll do my very best to give you the life you deserve. Thank you for being so understanding of the goals and responsibilities I need to see to- I promise any wait you endure won't be long.
[Ajax relaxes against her, feeling full and happy, excited now to see where life takes them during their stay here. She's given him the green light, so now he has to take time to prepare.]
Sorry to spring that on you like that, but it felt appropriate, seeing as we're about to move in together permanently. It made sense to me that we should think about and look forward to taking our relationship to the next level. I'm glad to hear that we both feel the same about this.
[ Simply hearing his words of devotion is enough to fill every space of her heart with his affection and love. His head is so soft and fluffy resting against hers, lulling her into a state of perpetual bliss, happy and excited for the next step in their life journey. Her hand slides down to meet with his, intertwining her fingers between his knuckles to relish in this joyous occasion together. ]
I love you too, I love you so much. You're my whole world and just having you by my side is the best life I could possibly ask for. There's still a lot of work that I need to do in order to better myself but I promise to work hard, hone my skills, and do everything to become a good wife for you.
[ Although she's unaware of the plans brewing in her beloved's mind, she swears her stalwart devotion to him, vowing to wait even past the boundary of eternity. Ajax is in the prime of his life, his adventure only just beginning, the last thing she wants is to hold him back from the mark he'll carve onto Teyvat's history, the many accomplishments he'll be making in the future. Whatever he has his heart set on achieving, she'll wait for him, no matter how long his journey takes.
She knows where her heart belongs and it's with Ajax, no amount of waiting will ever tear her away from him. ]
No need to apologize, silly. I can't even begin to express how happy I am to discuss our future. This is going to sound a little embarrassing but one morning, I remember waking up next to you, staring at your handsome face, and thinking to myself...
[ Smiling softly, Yoimiya's cheeks flush into a slight tinge of pink as she snuggles closer. ]
[A simple gesture such as her fingers twining with his relaxes him further as they rest against each other, curling his fingers over her hand as he sinks into the couch. Her presence is soothing, her declaration makes his chest buzz, but he can't help but chuckle at little at her- he's not sure what becoming a good wife means. She's already great, being so caring and thoughtful of him, sharing the same want to become stronger, to improve and seek endless battle, slaying their enemies without mercy and standing atop the world.
But maybe this is just a path that the two of them will have to walk down together to find out, and maybe he needs to figure out what being a good husband to her is as well. Whatever faults he has, he'll work to correct them, improve himself, just as he does as a warrior. Yoimiya's needs, her comfort, he'll ensure they're met so she's happy. So she'll always want to be with him, to stay with him, to never leave him. Forever.
These dark, depraved thoughts swirl about in his mind, happily breathing in the fading scent of the shampoo she'd used earlier when they were getting ready to go, content noises bubbling up out of him.]
Spending the rest of my life with you sounds wonderful.
[Ajax could sit here all night with her, submerged in the warm, fuzzy feelings at the thought of spending eternity with her. Involuntarily, a yawn escapes out of him as he rests against her, a growing tiredness gripping him but too content to move or do anything about it. He hums quietly, closing his eyes, and his body starts to slump- he's not falling asleep, but he feels like he could right here.]
Yoimiya, [he says after several moments,] I may fall asleep right here and now. My apologies if I drool on you...hahaha.
[ Spending the rest of her life together with Ajax. Forever and ever. A twisted happiness fills each and every crevice of her heart that thrums for Ajax and Ajax alone. To spend every waking moment by his side, laughing with him, crying with him, waking up next to him... every second with him is her ideal happy ending. In the throes of her obsessive love, Yoimiya will do whatever it takes to ensure her beloved's happiness, she'll strive to not only be the perfect wife for him, but also a powerful warrior worthy of fighting alongside him.
No matter what it takes, no matter who stands in their way, she vows to fight for their happiness. She'll make sure no one gets in the way of their love. ]
You're so warm and cozy, I think I might fall asleep here too. [ Mm, Ajax's chest is the best pillow, she really could doze off at this rate. ] Don't worry, I'm used to my drool extraordinaire boyfriend. I'll just wake up and adore how cute your sleeping face is while I wipe the drool off, hehe.
[ Uh oh, his yawns are very contagious. Not even seconds later, a soft yawn spills out of her mouth as she curls herself closer to him, desiring to feel his body heat. She can feel her lashes fluttering, closing as she begins to doze off to the wonderful lullaby that is the sound of his beating heart. ]
Are you comfortable like this? We can move to the bed if you'd like.
He gets an image of himself drooling right on top of Yoimiya's head, oblivious to his transgression as she sleeps on him right here on the couch...maybe passing out now isn't the best idea, as cute as the image of her gazing over him while he sleeps is. He'd prefer to not actually drool on her, and he knows if he lets himself he really will fall asleep only to let Yoimiya wake up with a hair washing she didn't ask for.]
Mmmm, I'm very comfortable, but I think we should head to bed if we're really this tired. Besides, we can use that little charm we were given. What was it we were told that it does? Something about having good dreams?
[He can't remember, he's getting too tired, but he forces himself to shift so he doesn't fall asleep. Sitting up, he wraps his arm around her to make her sit up with him, kissing the top of her head before stretching his back out a little.]
It's a novel concept, and I don't see the harm in giving it a shot.
[ Still yawning, she's thankful for the assistance of his arm as he hauls her up right beside him. Charm in hand, her thumb brushes over the fine details, marveling that such a little thing has the power to grant them wonderful dreams. She snuggles up to his side, giving him a peck on the cheek for the sweet kiss on her forehead! Chuu! (ɔˆ ³(ˆᴗˆc) A kiss for kiss. ]
That sounds about right. If I recall correctly, I believe the storekeeper said that this charm will show us our dream wedding as we sleep.
[ Or something to that effect, her memory is a bit hazy from all the excitement that took place today. Although the thought of marriage has most definitely crossed her mind, Yoimiya has, surprisingly, not given too much thought about her dream wedding. But it's probably more accurate to say that as long as she's with Ajax, she'll be happy to have a wedding inside a cardboard box.
One more stretch later and she's off the couch, extending her hand to Tartaglia once on her two feet. ]
Ready to head to bed? If you'd like, I can get us a nice, hot bath prepared before we call it a night.
[A dream wedding. He can only begin to wonder what that would look like, never having thought about the details of something like that at all himself. Knowing him, he'd stress and worry over it for the weeks and months to come to make sure everything was perfect and that it would be the picturesque wedding for his lovely Yoimiya, who deserves to have the nicest wedding she could ever wish for. It makes him wonder if he'd be the bridezilla in this situation, but he supposes once it actually happens he'll find out. Luckily for his subordinates back in Teyvat, it would happen here so they would be spared of his wrath.
Taking her hand, he pops up onto his own feet, debating if he wants to take a bath or not. The hot water would definitely soothe him into slumber, and he hums thoughtfully as he considers it.]
Let's. We can soak for a while and slip into bed. I'm a little too tired to do much else, [he admits, stretching his arms out now when he thinks more about going to bed.]
I can scrub your back, and maybe attend to you in other ways, if you wish.
[Tartaglia shoots her a sly wink, letting what that might mean hang in the air.]
drags hand across face.... skip the bath i s2g these two
[ Hand-in-hand, her fingers laces with his to lead him into her bathroom. Yoimiya always treasures these moments when she can spend a relaxing evening with her beloved after an outing together. This is what she looks forward to the most at the end of the day so in a way, she muses to herself that maybe they're already in the stages of acting like a married couple. ]
Me too! We could use a nice relaxing bath after all the sightseeing we did.
[ As she's deciding what bath salt to use for today's occasion, her devilish boyfriend sends her a sly wink that she is very familiar with. It doesn't take much to figure out he's up to good in that mischievous head of his and Yoimiya knows she'll enjoy every second of his diabolical plans.
Giggling, she sits on her tiptoes to slyly lean her body against his, her breath playfully tickles the shell of his ear as her sweet voice whispers these words: ]
You're too kind to me. I'll be sure to return the favor in full. My beloved Ajax deserves nothing but the royal treatment and I have a bath soak that you're really going to enjoy. It's guaranteed to make you feel wonderful right down to your bones, hehe.
[ She gives him a soft kiss on the cheek just before pulling away. A devilish wink is also sent his way, the implication of her "special" bath soak is as loud as an explosive firework. ]
[Ajax happily starts to follow her right to the bathroom, his head already fuzzy with thoughts of how nice it'll be to sit in the bath with her, to let his hands wander all over her while he washes her, letting them wander downwards so she can relax further into his touch. His expression cracks into a sly grin as she leans against him, holding her in place as her warmth soaks in through his shirt, breath heavy for a moment as she whispers something into his ear that makes his mind go in all the wrong places. His eyes heavily lid as he watches her pull away from him, unconsciously licking his lips. His Yoimiya, a temptress in disguise, truly. And he falls into her trap every time without fail, but he hardly cares, if anything he enjoys what she does to him.]
Right down to my bones, is it? I can't wait for you to show me.
[He follows as if she were dangling a carrot on a stick in front of him, except she's using herself as the carrot. Once inside, the two of them have a delightful bath together, relaxing their bodies and getting them ready to have a good night's rest.]
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[After drying off, Tartaglia slips into bed, his body warm and like all the tension had released from his body, comfortable as he waits for Yoimiya to join him. When she finally walks in the bedroom, he looks to her with a soft smile on his face, admiring the glow she gives off after soaking in the bath, satisfied that he'd successfully helped her feel really nice before they finally laid down for the night. She's like a pristine goddess gliding in, and he doesn't hide how openly he's admiring her as he watches her get ready for bed.]
[ Just like every incredible experience with him, Yoimiya will be sure to remember their splendid time in the bath. It was truly wonderful and not only did she get to assist in making him feel good, she'll be able to have a wonderful night's rest, filled with only the sweetest dreams of her beloved. Feeling totally and utterly relaxed, Yoimiya slips out of the bathroom once her strawberry blonde hair has finished drying off.
Walking in with a translucent kimono robe showing just enough skin, she's greeted with the delightful scene of the love of her life making himself comfortable on the bed. Joining him, she sits down on the side of the bed, placing her hair accessories on the nearby nightstand. Of course, she can feel his stare, his eyes unable to peel himself away from her. It's touching, Ajax has made her feel so special, so desired and so loved. ]
I spy with my little eye... someone who can't seem to take their eyes off of me, hehe.
[ Sliding the drawer shut, she finally slips under the covers to cuddle up with him. Likewise, she's just as guilty of being unable to peel her eyes off of him, taking her time to admire every inch of him, as if he's the most perfect person she's ever seen. Her heart beats profoundly in her chest all the while her hand comes up to cup the side of his face, brushing his cheek with her fingertips. ]
[His eyes follow her across the room, continuing to stare as she makes her final preparations for bed. To him, Yoimiya is simply ethereal, how her skin glistens even beneath her kimono robe, the ghost of her body against his in the bath still making his own skin tingle. His silence is the affirmation that she's right, he can't keep his eyes off of her, welcoming her heat against him as she cuddles right up next to him. Every line she draws across his cheek soothes him further into a nice, restful sleep, his eyelids drooping even as he gazes deeply into her own golden, honeyed irises. She's so pretty, he thinks as he lays there on his pillow, etching the soft curves of her cheeks and the soft glow of her smile into his mind, replaying her cute giggle through his head as he continues to admire her.]
I can't help it, [he finally admits, his voice groggy and overcome with tiredness from the excitement from the day.] Your radiance has me completely captivated here- what else am I supposed to do?
[Tartaglia leans his head down to capture her lips, administering a loving, languid kiss. He invites her in, to savor their bond and taste the sweet flavor of their love, pressing himself against her and tangling his legs with hers. He finds himself lost in the kiss, content to twine himself with her and drown beneath waves of ardor that wash up and pull him underneath them. All this talk of marriage, their bath, and now this has his mind rose-tinted and bubbly with love. He never knew he could feel quite like this, especially since none of it pertains to battle.
Oh yes, that's right...the charm. He releases himself from her for only a moment, to say:]
Mmmmm, don't forget the charm. I want to see what our dream wedding would look like.
[He says as if he doesn't really believe that it would have the power to show them anything, but he likes the idea of tricking his mind into dreaming of it regardless. They say, after all, that dreams might be related to what had happened that day...]
[ Not only does he sweep her off her feet with his sweet words, his lips slotted with her's empty any lingering thoughts she might have had, filling her headspace with Ajax and Ajax alone. She kisses him back full of fire and passion, matching his ardourous need with slow passes of her lips that yearn to drink him in full. Mm... the taste of their wonderful, inseparable bond on her tongue is sweeter than any candy. As she feverishly kisses him, all she can think about is how amazing Ajax is, perfect right down to every last strand of his lovely ginger locks. She happily takes advantage of their legs locking together, gently moving her foot up and down his calf to feel every trace of his delightful skin while they drown together in love.
As they break, she's lost in his splendor, staring at him like a lovesick puppy who has found her destiny. Clear as day, she sees the future and it's with him. ]
Oh! That's right... [ Oops, she was so taken by the kiss she nearly forgot. Best distraction ever. ] That kiss was so incredible, I nearly forgot.
[ She shoots him a sly wink just before rolling over to grab the charm off the nightstand. Marveling at its lovely design, she gives it one last look before delicately placing it under the space between both of their pillows. ]
Aaaand I think that's how it goes? Once we fall asleep, we should start dreaming about our wedding. Mm... truth be told, I'm still not sure what kind of wedding I want.
[ Scooting herself closer, she curls herself into his arms, letting her head fall against his chest. The sounds of his beating heart, the feeling of his chest moving ever so slightly as he breathes, it's all so lovely and soothing, lulling her further into the depths of slumber. Although her body is tired, there's still a spark of excitement burning within, eager to see their dream wedding for themselves since she still doesn't quite know what she wants. For her, all that matters is... ]
All I know is that as long as it's you I'm marrying, you've made my dream a reality.
[He feels a certain pride swell in him that the kiss just had that kind of effect on her, and him too, if he's being honest with himself. He's glad he happened to remember, or else they wouldn't have the fun of trying it out. Tartaglia glances down at it as she slides it underneath their pillows, hoping that it really would have some sort of magic effect. A lot of things here do have magic attached to them, but he's not getting his hopes up too far.
His arm falls over her as she curls up against him, warmth flooding him from her presence here under the covers, letting his head curl down close to hers now that they're getting settled for the night.]
Ha, you're going to make me blush talking like that. I'll do my best to give you everything you'll ever want.
[Closing his eyes, he relaxes fully now, ready for sleep to take him, whether or not he has any dreams at all. His voice grows more and more groggy, clearing his mind of any worries or thoughts.]
Don't think too hard now, though, or you'll get yourself too worked up to sleep. Goodnight, Yoimiya...
[It won't be long until he's passed out, small, light snores coming out of him as he falls into the dreamland that he hoped he'd discover upon falling asleep...]
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[When next he opens his eyes, he's not in Ellipsa anymore, but rather he's in his snowy homeland of Snezhnaya, clad in traditionalSnezhnayan garb, standing in front of Her Majesty, the Tsaritsa, who has their wedding rings on an altar. The cold bites at the attendees who are looking on, happy for the groom and bride, his entire family in attendance outside of the church where Ajax and Bronya stand. Yet, he can't feel the cold, instead standing and waiting excitedly to see Yoimiya join him at his side so they can be wed by the sacrosanct Cryo Archon herself. Tartaglia has no idea he's begun to dream of the wedding he wishes he could have, his smile as big as one's can get on their wedding day, and he can't wait to see his bride-to-be. He's paid the ransom for her, and now he finally gets to see her in all her beauty.]
Thank you for doing this, [he says as he turns to Her Majesty with a bow,] it means the world to me.
[But in this dream, she doesn't respond, her cold gaze looking out over the wedding itself, but he doesn't seem to mind. In fact, he expects it, and now he's just waiting for his beloved to appear.]
[ After drifting off to a blissful night's sleep with her beloved, Yoimiya finds herself not in Ellipsa, but walking up to a magnificent Snezhnayan church that stands proudly in the middle of a garden of ice. At her side are her kind-hearted parents, tearing up with joy as they lead their daughter to the happiest day of her life. The back of her Snezhnayan dress elegantly flows in the wind, various shades of ranunculus flowers that match with her dress are neatly woven into her golden hair, and to top it all off is a beautiful kokoshnik that sits on her head. From head to toe, she feels like a princess making her grand entrance to meet with her betrothed.
It hasn't even occurred to her that this is a dream, their wedding so natural as if they've planned every last detail for many, many months. Snowflakes fall from the sky, dusting the path leading to her love but in spite of the cold, Yoimiya is filled to the brim with warmth seeing the happy faces of Ajax's parents and siblings welcoming her into their family with open arms. Once they're close enough, her parents give her one final hug and a warm smile directed at their soon-to-be son-in-law. He's paid the random and more than earned their approval. From the bottom of their hearts, they fully trust this man to take care of their daughter, both of them at ease knowing she's in the hands of someone who swore to love and protect her. They depart to join the rest of the guests, leaving Yoimiya to take her place right next to Ajax.
At long last, she makes eye contact with the love of her life. She looks up, feeling her heart beating profoundly inside of her chest at the sight of his perfect visage against the wintry backdrop. He's stunning as always... the fallen snowflakes shimmers off his face in an empyreal glow, his ginger hair tucked underneath the cossack kubanka astrakhan hat, the red and white garb of his homeland giving him the appearance of a prince. To her, he always and will forever be the most gorgeous person in the whole universe.
Finally, she turns to greet the Tsaritsa, bowing her head out of respect to the Cyro Archon. It truly is an honor to have Snezhnaya's god be the one to oversee this marriage and unite them in holy matrimony. ]
[The minute he sees Yoimiya, he can feel the very air leave his lungs at the sight of her walking towards him in the light, snowy weather. She's gorgeous in that dress, flowing behind her as she glides towards him, her parents accompanying her at her side. Snow gently falls into her hair, a magnificent accessory to her entire ensemble, looking as if she'd always been a native of Snezhnaya, his princess of the frozen north finally come home to stay. He can hear his mother crying, overjoyed that her son was marrying such a sweet, caring girl, his father proud that he'd managed to quell his bloodthirst enough to woo a woman to stand by his side. There's a small voice that cries out Yoimiya is so pretty! from the crowd, belonging to none other than Teucer, his eyes wide as he stares at Ajax's bride to be as she steps up to stand with him at the alter.
Childe laughs quietly at his little brother before turning to admire Yoimiya, even more pristine up close than when she had been entering the ceremony, the perfect vision of beauty and grace. He takes her hands gingerly after bows are made to Her Majesty, unable to see any of the world around him save for her captivating eyes, ones that glow with the sun and shine in the night sky.
You're beautiful, he mouths to her, completely taken in by her radiance, admiration shining in his eyes.]
We'll begin, [the cool voice of the archon rings out, silencing the crowd in reverence of her. She begins the ceremony, moving through everything swiftly, until finally they arrive at the wedding vows. She gestures to Tartaglia to start, nodding back to her as he holds both of Yoimiya's hands. His gaze has hardly broken away from her the entire ceremony, and with a lovesick smile on his face, he recites the vows that his dream brain has written for him in this very moment:]
Yoimiya, my life, my love, the eye of my storm. I give you my entire being, my eternal commitment, m▊ ▊▊▊▊▊▊ love ▊▊▊▊▊...your presence is the very ▊▊▊▊▊▊▊ of ▊▊ ▊▊▊▊▊▊▊...
[The dream begins to be fuzzy, his words incomplete, but he can still feel the warmth of his love for the wonderful woman in front of him, and he knows he means every single word he says, even if he can't remember them.]
Let us stand together ▊▊ ▊▊ gaze down upon ▊▊▊ ▊▊▊▊▊▊ below, and I will ▊▊▊▊ ▊▊▊ as ▊▊▊ shining northern star ▊▊▊▊ pierces ▊▊▊ inescapable ▊▊▊▊ night. I love you, and I pledge my body, mind, and soul to ▊▊▊, ▊▊▊ ▊▊▊ alone.
[He finishes, waiting with anticipation for her vows, his heart beating strongly in his chest as he stares back at Yoimiya, still enraptured by her. He can't believe this is finally happening, on this perfect day...]
[ Not only does she love Ajax, his entire family are all wonderful people. She can hear his mother crying and it makes her want to bawl on the spot. And Teucer... sweet little Teucer, Yoimiya can feel her chest bubbling over with joy from how precious he is. She promises to not only be a good wife for their beloved son and brother, but also a good daughter-in-law and big sis that loves them all the same.
You're stunning, she mouths back to him, utterly enamored by her Snezhnayan prince of the deep blue sea.
And then, the ceremony begins. In reverence for the Cyro Archon, she takes in her words but her true focus is on the man who has captured her heart, body, soul, and mind, never once did she pull her eyes away from him, basking in his ethereal glow. As she listens to his vows, Ajax will be able to feel her hands softly shaking before giving him a gentle squeeze. ]
Ajax...
[ She speaks with a hint of a quiver, her voice on the verge of breaking out into a sob. Taking a deep breath, she needs a quick moment to compose herself, blearily blinking her eyes to fight the tears that are about to stream down her cheeks. Another deep breath, she needs to stay strong not just for herself but for him as well. More than anything, she wants Ajax to know just how deep her love runs for him. ]
Ajax, my love, my one and only, the ▊▊▊▊▊▊ of my ▊▊▊▊. I've never known what it's like to ▊▊▊▊ ▊▊ ▊▊▊▊... until I met you. From the bottom of my heart, I believe you were the one I ▊▊▊ ▊▊▊▊▊ to ▊▊▊▊, the one I was ▊▊▊▊▊▊▊▊ to be with. You're the ▊▊▊▊▊ that brightens up my ▊▊▊▊▊ ▊▊▊, you shine brighter than any ▊▊▊▊.
[ With every word uttered, she gazes into his deep blue irises, gracing the wonderful man in front of her with a soft, loving smile for him and him alone. The dream starts becoming hazy, and she has a difficult time making out parts of the vow but even if she can't recall every single word, her love for him will always be stalwart and she can rest knowing her dream self was speaking straight from the heart. ]
I love you, I love you so much, Ajax. As I stand on this altar with you, I pledge my heart, my ▊▊▊▊, my mind, and my body to you. I promise to be with you for ▊▊▊ ▊▊ ▊▊▊▊▊▊. Across worlds, across ▊▊▊ ▊▊▊▊s, across ▊▊▊▊, across universes, I pledge to remain by your side and always be with you.
[ Overcome with so many emotions, she finishes her vows and finally, gives in to the tears that tumble down the side of her face. From the audience, she's pretty sure she can make out the sounds of her mother sobbing right alongside her. Yoimiya has been looking forward to this day for so long, and it's almost hard to believe it's finally here. This is truly the happiest day of her life... the happy ending she's always sought. ]
[Chuckling quietly, he holds her hands a little tighter to help her, to give her that rock to lean against so she can keep her composure. But at the same time, he's touched by how she's reacted to his vows, his expression soft yet confident, emotion welling in his chest to see her so happy.
That emotion only grows when she begins, giving her his full attention, his eyes widening and beginning to glisten with the tears that threaten to well up and spill over onto his cheeks. Her speech is as beautiful as herself, how the rays from the sun illuminate her, voice angelic to his ears as she finishes and begins to cry. Tartaglia gingerly lets go of one of her hands to wipe away the tears that fall, his smile gentle as the Tsaritsa continues.]
May these rings be blessed, and the two of you be forever joined until the wolves ravage your bones or the frigid winds freeze you to your cores. Place them on your fingers, and go- may you walk together and fight your way through the eternal blizzard.
[Handing them each other's rings, Tartaglia takes Yoimiya's hand to slip her ring onto her finger, and waits patiently for her to do the same. Little does anyone know, the rumblings of something darker begin to stir behind the church, waiting for the right opportunity to strike.]
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Her stare keeps him focused on her, feeling his mouth dry a little as she licks her lips, imagining where those lips would be soon enough and how badly he is starting to need them to do terrible and incredible things to him.]
Mmmmm...
[He hums thoughtfully, leaning over to let her feed him the bit of breakfast, doing the exact same thing back to her as his eyelashes flutter shut, cupping the bottom of her hand with his own. He slowly drags his lips over the metal as he eats the food off of it, the spoon coming out with a tiny pop, making a deliberate effort to swallow it before he opens his eyes again. A swirling, dark need brews in his eyes, his smirk almost evil as he gazes back into her eyes.]
A nice treat sounds like just the thing we deserve. You've been more than thoughtful and giving today, so I'll do more than just spoil you. I'll give you everything you could crave for, just allow me in and I'll make it worth your while.
[Though he's not sure if he's going to finish his breakfast at this rate, greed surging through him, a dark force telling him that sinking into Yoimiya would satisfy his hunger.]
We could always finish this up later, if you'd like your dessert now.
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But then, he manages to catch his own Yoimiya fish in turn. Her stare is glued onto him, swallowing hard as she watches his tantalizing mouth drag across the rim of her spoon. That delightful pop draws a greedy need that forms in the pit of her stomach and then straight to her thighs. Her small hand reaches up to cup his, gently stroking his skin with her thumb as she imagines his lips all over her body, all the incredible acts his mouth has done for her time and time again. ]
Mm... yeah, my insatiable appetite can't be contained. I think I want my dessert right now.
[ Yup, she's a thirsty gal and certainly not for food. Not wasting any time, she quickly gets up out of her chair, holding out her hand to Ajax. ]
Although, before we get started. Maybe we should put up the food first.
SKIPPING THE SEX I S2G
...oh, right. I suppose we could put it away in case we take a little longer than expected, huh?
[Taking her hand, he stands to immediately pull her into a deep, ardorous kiss. His tongue wastes no time slipping inside of her mouth for a few moments as he presses not only himself against her, but also pressing his will into her as well- he needs her more than anything else, and he wants her to feel it, to know that he needs to taste her skin against his own.
Tartaglia releases their kiss slowly, managing to wink at her despite how breathless he is, gazing deeply into her eyes as he speaks.]
How about I take care of it, and you wait for me in the bedroom. I promise I'll be quick.
TIME SKIPPING BC I HATE THESE TWO AND THEIR HORNY BUTTS SO MUCH
All right, I'll be waiting for you. Don't worry, I know you to be zip-zappy, hehe.
[ Giggling, she circles a finger around his chest, dragging it down until it stops right at the waistband of his pants. Shooting him one last wink, she departs to the bedroom with a skip in her step... and deliberately wiggling her cute, round butt at him. They're in for a great time. ]
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[ Eventually, after they take care of their... ahem "business", the two of them head out to enjoy the festive scenery. As expected of this high-tech world, the lights strewn about the city are dazzling. Hand-in-hand with Ajax, Yoimiya's heart races with each step, it's as if they are mini fireworks lighting the way to bless the residents on this magical holiday. It had been a joyful adventure, getting caught by a roaming mistletoe had been one of the highlights along with other... fun, affectionate chaos the two of them happily indulged themselves in (deep sigh) but soon, it starts to get late and it's time for them to go back home. ]
Thank you for taking me out! Nightwake really knows how to go all out for Christmas, the lights were stunning and we had so much... fun, hehe. [ If you know, you know. ] We should go out again during New Years.
[ In her hands is the wedding charm bestowed to them. Pink dusts her cheeks as she recalls the events that took place, an overly eager shop owner promoting their store happened to catch the pair the pair out and about, mistaking their lovey-dovey aura as a couple making plans to get hitched. ]
It's a little funny we were confused for a married couple. Do we really give off that kind of vibe?
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Childe stretches his arms out as they walk back into the apartment, yawning after their exciting evening.]
I guess we just seem like a natural fit for each other, [he says, grinning as he takes his shoes off to go and plop down on the couch.]
I don't disagree with their assessment, would you?
[His eyes seem to brighten, wondering what she'd say to that. It'll help him with future decisions...ones he's not bringing up to her right now.]
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Mm... not at all. I think their assessment is pretty spot on.
[ After getting a good feel for his warmth she gives his biceps a gentle squeeze just before looking up at him with a grin to match his own.
Realistically, Yoimiya knows what she's about to say is too soon but she's never been more sure of anything else in her entire life. Never before has she felt so deeply connected to someone in every sense, a connection that's only gotten stronger over time, and now, she's confident nothing will ever break their bond. She might be a naive, young woman in love but she knows what her heart wants. ]
I love everything about you, Ajax. Every day, I'm thankful to the stars that we were able to cross paths during that fateful day in Chinju Forest. From the bottom of my heart, I feel like I've found the love of my life, my one and only, my soulmate.
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...I feel the same. I feel complete now that I have you by my side, my quest to conquer the world now given more meaning, and my heart aches to give you everything this world has to offer. You're everything I could of dreamed of, Yoimiya. I love you from the very core of my being, and I'd like nothing better than to spend the rest of my days with you.
[His eyes meet her own, a combination of a deep seated adoration, obsession, possessiveness, and devotion swirling in his clouded blue eyes. Yoimiya means the world to him, and he's unafraid to show it, as he hums in thought.]
So...what if I were to, say, propose to you? Would you say yes?
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"So...what if I were to, say, propose to you? " Just like that, he asks an unexpected question that has her heart fluttering. To hear that out of his mouth is very surprising, catching her so off guard that she stares at him in shock momentarily, she figured this topic wouldn't crop up for at least another year. There's still a lot that needs to be done before they consider marriage and deep down inside, Yoimiya doesn't believe she's skilled enough to be his wife.
At first she doesn't respond right away, needing a minute to calm her racing heart. ]
Yes. I'd say yes in a heartbeat.
[ There's not a hint of uncertainty when she speaks up, answering with a steadfast conviction in her voice. In the depths of her golden eyes lies devotion, admiration, obsession and a twisted love rooted with deep dark desires for her one and only, Ajax. But even in the face of corruption, she's still absolutely firm in this decision. Yoimiya has never been more sure of anything else in her life. ]
But... I know you have so much to accomplish in life, battlefields to conquer, and seeing your Archon's goals. Till my dying breath, I'll be happy to follow you in your quest to conquer the world. So... no matter how long it takes, I swear from the bottom of my heart, I will always wait for you. I love you and you alone, Ajax. There's not a single soul I'd rather be with.
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In a gentle gesture, Ajax lets his head rest against hers, appreciative of how dedicated she is, that even though all of that she'd wait for him. Though she doesn't know it, he's not interested in waiting that long, because there's no guarantee that he'd even remember her once they got back...but that's another conversation for another day, one that he isn't ready to have with her just yet.]
You flatter me as always, Yoimiya. I always feel as if I've found a precious treasure having you by my side. I love you so much, and I'll do my very best to give you the life you deserve. Thank you for being so understanding of the goals and responsibilities I need to see to- I promise any wait you endure won't be long.
[Ajax relaxes against her, feeling full and happy, excited now to see where life takes them during their stay here. She's given him the green light, so now he has to take time to prepare.]
Sorry to spring that on you like that, but it felt appropriate, seeing as we're about to move in together permanently. It made sense to me that we should think about and look forward to taking our relationship to the next level. I'm glad to hear that we both feel the same about this.
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I love you too, I love you so much. You're my whole world and just having you by my side is the best life I could possibly ask for. There's still a lot of work that I need to do in order to better myself but I promise to work hard, hone my skills, and do everything to become a good wife for you.
[ Although she's unaware of the plans brewing in her beloved's mind, she swears her stalwart devotion to him, vowing to wait even past the boundary of eternity. Ajax is in the prime of his life, his adventure only just beginning, the last thing she wants is to hold him back from the mark he'll carve onto Teyvat's history, the many accomplishments he'll be making in the future. Whatever he has his heart set on achieving, she'll wait for him, no matter how long his journey takes.
She knows where her heart belongs and it's with Ajax, no amount of waiting will ever tear her away from him. ]
No need to apologize, silly. I can't even begin to express how happy I am to discuss our future. This is going to sound a little embarrassing but one morning, I remember waking up next to you, staring at your handsome face, and thinking to myself...
[ Smiling softly, Yoimiya's cheeks flush into a slight tinge of pink as she snuggles closer. ]
Someday, I'd like to marry this man.
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But maybe this is just a path that the two of them will have to walk down together to find out, and maybe he needs to figure out what being a good husband to her is as well. Whatever faults he has, he'll work to correct them, improve himself, just as he does as a warrior. Yoimiya's needs, her comfort, he'll ensure they're met so she's happy. So she'll always want to be with him, to stay with him, to never leave him. Forever.
These dark, depraved thoughts swirl about in his mind, happily breathing in the fading scent of the shampoo she'd used earlier when they were getting ready to go, content noises bubbling up out of him.]
Spending the rest of my life with you sounds wonderful.
[Ajax could sit here all night with her, submerged in the warm, fuzzy feelings at the thought of spending eternity with her. Involuntarily, a yawn escapes out of him as he rests against her, a growing tiredness gripping him but too content to move or do anything about it. He hums quietly, closing his eyes, and his body starts to slump- he's not falling asleep, but he feels like he could right here.]
Yoimiya, [he says after several moments,] I may fall asleep right here and now. My apologies if I drool on you...hahaha.
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No matter what it takes, no matter who stands in their way, she vows to fight for their happiness. She'll make sure no one gets in the way of their love. ]
You're so warm and cozy, I think I might fall asleep here too. [ Mm, Ajax's chest is the best pillow, she really could doze off at this rate. ] Don't worry, I'm used to my drool extraordinaire boyfriend. I'll just wake up and adore how cute your sleeping face is while I wipe the drool off, hehe.
[ Uh oh, his yawns are very contagious. Not even seconds later, a soft yawn spills out of her mouth as she curls herself closer to him, desiring to feel his body heat. She can feel her lashes fluttering, closing as she begins to doze off to the wonderful lullaby that is the sound of his beating heart. ]
Are you comfortable like this? We can move to the bed if you'd like.
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He gets an image of himself drooling right on top of Yoimiya's head, oblivious to his transgression as she sleeps on him right here on the couch...maybe passing out now isn't the best idea, as cute as the image of her gazing over him while he sleeps is. He'd prefer to not actually drool on her, and he knows if he lets himself he really will fall asleep only to let Yoimiya wake up with a hair washing she didn't ask for.]
Mmmm, I'm very comfortable, but I think we should head to bed if we're really this tired. Besides, we can use that little charm we were given. What was it we were told that it does? Something about having good dreams?
[He can't remember, he's getting too tired, but he forces himself to shift so he doesn't fall asleep. Sitting up, he wraps his arm around her to make her sit up with him, kissing the top of her head before stretching his back out a little.]
It's a novel concept, and I don't see the harm in giving it a shot.
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That sounds about right. If I recall correctly, I believe the storekeeper said that this charm will show us our dream wedding as we sleep.
[ Or something to that effect, her memory is a bit hazy from all the excitement that took place today. Although the thought of marriage has most definitely crossed her mind, Yoimiya has, surprisingly, not given too much thought about her dream wedding. But it's probably more accurate to say that as long as she's with Ajax, she'll be happy to have a wedding inside a cardboard box.
One more stretch later and she's off the couch, extending her hand to Tartaglia once on her two feet. ]
Ready to head to bed? If you'd like, I can get us a nice, hot bath prepared before we call it a night.
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Taking her hand, he pops up onto his own feet, debating if he wants to take a bath or not. The hot water would definitely soothe him into slumber, and he hums thoughtfully as he considers it.]
Let's. We can soak for a while and slip into bed. I'm a little too tired to do much else, [he admits, stretching his arms out now when he thinks more about going to bed.]
I can scrub your back, and maybe attend to you in other ways, if you wish.
[Tartaglia shoots her a sly wink, letting what that might mean hang in the air.]
drags hand across face.... skip the bath i s2g these two
Me too! We could use a nice relaxing bath after all the sightseeing we did.
[ As she's deciding what bath salt to use for today's occasion, her devilish boyfriend sends her a sly wink that she is very familiar with. It doesn't take much to figure out he's up to good in that mischievous head of his and Yoimiya knows she'll enjoy every second of his diabolical plans.
Giggling, she sits on her tiptoes to slyly lean her body against his, her breath playfully tickles the shell of his ear as her sweet voice whispers these words: ]
You're too kind to me. I'll be sure to return the favor in full. My beloved Ajax deserves nothing but the royal treatment and I have a bath soak that you're really going to enjoy. It's guaranteed to make you feel wonderful right down to your bones, hehe.
[ She gives him a soft kiss on the cheek just before pulling away. A devilish wink is also sent his way, the implication of her "special" bath soak is as loud as an explosive firework. ]
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Right down to my bones, is it? I can't wait for you to show me.
[He follows as if she were dangling a carrot on a stick in front of him, except she's using herself as the carrot. Once inside, the two of them have a delightful bath together, relaxing their bodies and getting them ready to have a good night's rest.]
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[After drying off, Tartaglia slips into bed, his body warm and like all the tension had released from his body, comfortable as he waits for Yoimiya to join him. When she finally walks in the bedroom, he looks to her with a soft smile on his face, admiring the glow she gives off after soaking in the bath, satisfied that he'd successfully helped her feel really nice before they finally laid down for the night. She's like a pristine goddess gliding in, and he doesn't hide how openly he's admiring her as he watches her get ready for bed.]
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Walking in with a translucent kimono robe showing just enough skin, she's greeted with the delightful scene of the love of her life making himself comfortable on the bed. Joining him, she sits down on the side of the bed, placing her hair accessories on the nearby nightstand. Of course, she can feel his stare, his eyes unable to peel himself away from her. It's touching, Ajax has made her feel so special, so desired and so loved. ]
I spy with my little eye... someone who can't seem to take their eyes off of me, hehe.
[ Sliding the drawer shut, she finally slips under the covers to cuddle up with him. Likewise, she's just as guilty of being unable to peel her eyes off of him, taking her time to admire every inch of him, as if he's the most perfect person she's ever seen. Her heart beats profoundly in her chest all the while her hand comes up to cup the side of his face, brushing his cheek with her fingertips. ]
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I can't help it, [he finally admits, his voice groggy and overcome with tiredness from the excitement from the day.] Your radiance has me completely captivated here- what else am I supposed to do?
[Tartaglia leans his head down to capture her lips, administering a loving, languid kiss. He invites her in, to savor their bond and taste the sweet flavor of their love, pressing himself against her and tangling his legs with hers. He finds himself lost in the kiss, content to twine himself with her and drown beneath waves of ardor that wash up and pull him underneath them. All this talk of marriage, their bath, and now this has his mind rose-tinted and bubbly with love. He never knew he could feel quite like this, especially since none of it pertains to battle.
Oh yes, that's right...the charm. He releases himself from her for only a moment, to say:]
Mmmmm, don't forget the charm. I want to see what our dream wedding would look like.
[He says as if he doesn't really believe that it would have the power to show them anything, but he likes the idea of tricking his mind into dreaming of it regardless. They say, after all, that dreams might be related to what had happened that day...]
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As they break, she's lost in his splendor, staring at him like a lovesick puppy who has found her destiny. Clear as day, she sees the future and it's with him. ]
Oh! That's right... [ Oops, she was so taken by the kiss she nearly forgot. Best distraction ever. ] That kiss was so incredible, I nearly forgot.
[ She shoots him a sly wink just before rolling over to grab the charm off the nightstand. Marveling at its lovely design, she gives it one last look before delicately placing it under the space between both of their pillows. ]
Aaaand I think that's how it goes? Once we fall asleep, we should start dreaming about our wedding. Mm... truth be told, I'm still not sure what kind of wedding I want.
[ Scooting herself closer, she curls herself into his arms, letting her head fall against his chest. The sounds of his beating heart, the feeling of his chest moving ever so slightly as he breathes, it's all so lovely and soothing, lulling her further into the depths of slumber. Although her body is tired, there's still a spark of excitement burning within, eager to see their dream wedding for themselves since she still doesn't quite know what she wants. For her, all that matters is... ]
All I know is that as long as it's you I'm marrying, you've made my dream a reality.
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His arm falls over her as she curls up against him, warmth flooding him from her presence here under the covers, letting his head curl down close to hers now that they're getting settled for the night.]
Ha, you're going to make me blush talking like that. I'll do my best to give you everything you'll ever want.
[Closing his eyes, he relaxes fully now, ready for sleep to take him, whether or not he has any dreams at all. His voice grows more and more groggy, clearing his mind of any worries or thoughts.]
Don't think too hard now, though, or you'll get yourself too worked up to sleep. Goodnight, Yoimiya...
[It won't be long until he's passed out, small, light snores coming out of him as he falls into the dreamland that he hoped he'd discover upon falling asleep...]
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[When next he opens his eyes, he's not in Ellipsa anymore, but rather he's in his snowy homeland of Snezhnaya, clad in traditional Snezhnayan garb, standing in front of Her Majesty, the Tsaritsa, who has their wedding rings on an altar. The cold bites at the attendees who are looking on, happy for the groom and bride, his entire family in attendance outside of the church where Ajax and Bronya stand. Yet, he can't feel the cold, instead standing and waiting excitedly to see Yoimiya join him at his side so they can be wed by the sacrosanct Cryo Archon herself. Tartaglia has no idea he's begun to dream of the wedding he wishes he could have, his smile as big as one's can get on their wedding day, and he can't wait to see his bride-to-be. He's paid the ransom for her, and now he finally gets to see her in all her beauty.]
Thank you for doing this, [he says as he turns to Her Majesty with a bow,] it means the world to me.
[But in this dream, she doesn't respond, her cold gaze looking out over the wedding itself, but he doesn't seem to mind. In fact, he expects it, and now he's just waiting for his beloved to appear.]
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It hasn't even occurred to her that this is a dream, their wedding so natural as if they've planned every last detail for many, many months. Snowflakes fall from the sky, dusting the path leading to her love but in spite of the cold, Yoimiya is filled to the brim with warmth seeing the happy faces of Ajax's parents and siblings welcoming her into their family with open arms. Once they're close enough, her parents give her one final hug and a warm smile directed at their soon-to-be son-in-law. He's paid the random and more than earned their approval. From the bottom of their hearts, they fully trust this man to take care of their daughter, both of them at ease knowing she's in the hands of someone who swore to love and protect her. They depart to join the rest of the guests, leaving Yoimiya to take her place right next to Ajax.
At long last, she makes eye contact with the love of her life. She looks up, feeling her heart beating profoundly inside of her chest at the sight of his perfect visage against the wintry backdrop. He's stunning as always... the fallen snowflakes shimmers off his face in an empyreal glow, his ginger hair tucked underneath the cossack kubanka astrakhan hat, the red and white garb of his homeland giving him the appearance of a prince. To her, he always and will forever be the most gorgeous person in the whole universe.
Finally, she turns to greet the Tsaritsa, bowing her head out of respect to the Cyro Archon. It truly is an honor to have Snezhnaya's god be the one to oversee this marriage and unite them in holy matrimony. ]
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Childe laughs quietly at his little brother before turning to admire Yoimiya, even more pristine up close than when she had been entering the ceremony, the perfect vision of beauty and grace. He takes her hands gingerly after bows are made to Her Majesty, unable to see any of the world around him save for her captivating eyes, ones that glow with the sun and shine in the night sky.
You're beautiful, he mouths to her, completely taken in by her radiance, admiration shining in his eyes.]
We'll begin, [the cool voice of the archon rings out, silencing the crowd in reverence of her. She begins the ceremony, moving through everything swiftly, until finally they arrive at the wedding vows. She gestures to Tartaglia to start, nodding back to her as he holds both of Yoimiya's hands. His gaze has hardly broken away from her the entire ceremony, and with a lovesick smile on his face, he recites the vows that his dream brain has written for him in this very moment:]
Yoimiya, my life, my love, the eye of my storm. I give you my entire being, my eternal commitment, m▊ ▊▊▊▊▊▊ love ▊▊▊▊▊...your presence is the very ▊▊▊▊▊▊▊ of ▊▊ ▊▊▊▊▊▊▊...
[The dream begins to be fuzzy, his words incomplete, but he can still feel the warmth of his love for the wonderful woman in front of him, and he knows he means every single word he says, even if he can't remember them.]
Let us stand together ▊▊ ▊▊ gaze down upon ▊▊▊ ▊▊▊▊▊▊ below, and I will ▊▊▊▊ ▊▊▊ as ▊▊▊ shining northern star ▊▊▊▊ pierces ▊▊▊ inescapable ▊▊▊▊ night. I love you, and I pledge my body, mind, and soul to ▊▊▊, ▊▊▊ ▊▊▊ alone.
[He finishes, waiting with anticipation for her vows, his heart beating strongly in his chest as he stares back at Yoimiya, still enraptured by her. He can't believe this is finally happening, on this perfect day...]
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You're stunning, she mouths back to him, utterly enamored by her Snezhnayan prince of the deep blue sea.
And then, the ceremony begins. In reverence for the Cyro Archon, she takes in her words but her true focus is on the man who has captured her heart, body, soul, and mind, never once did she pull her eyes away from him, basking in his ethereal glow. As she listens to his vows, Ajax will be able to feel her hands softly shaking before giving him a gentle squeeze. ]
Ajax...
[ She speaks with a hint of a quiver, her voice on the verge of breaking out into a sob. Taking a deep breath, she needs a quick moment to compose herself, blearily blinking her eyes to fight the tears that are about to stream down her cheeks. Another deep breath, she needs to stay strong not just for herself but for him as well. More than anything, she wants Ajax to know just how deep her love runs for him. ]
Ajax, my love, my one and only, the ▊▊▊▊▊▊ of my ▊▊▊▊. I've never known what it's like to ▊▊▊▊ ▊▊ ▊▊▊▊... until I met you. From the bottom of my heart, I believe you were the one I ▊▊▊ ▊▊▊▊▊ to ▊▊▊▊, the one I was ▊▊▊▊▊▊▊▊ to be with. You're the ▊▊▊▊▊ that brightens up my ▊▊▊▊▊ ▊▊▊, you shine brighter than any ▊▊▊▊.
[ With every word uttered, she gazes into his deep blue irises, gracing the wonderful man in front of her with a soft, loving smile for him and him alone. The dream starts becoming hazy, and she has a difficult time making out parts of the vow but even if she can't recall every single word, her love for him will always be stalwart and she can rest knowing her dream self was speaking straight from the heart. ]
I love you, I love you so much, Ajax. As I stand on this altar with you, I pledge my heart, my ▊▊▊▊, my mind, and my body to you. I promise to be with you for ▊▊▊ ▊▊ ▊▊▊▊▊▊. Across worlds, across ▊▊▊ ▊▊▊▊s, across ▊▊▊▊, across universes, I pledge to remain by your side and always be with you.
[ Overcome with so many emotions, she finishes her vows and finally, gives in to the tears that tumble down the side of her face. From the audience, she's pretty sure she can make out the sounds of her mother sobbing right alongside her. Yoimiya has been looking forward to this day for so long, and it's almost hard to believe it's finally here. This is truly the happiest day of her life... the happy ending she's always sought. ]
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That emotion only grows when she begins, giving her his full attention, his eyes widening and beginning to glisten with the tears that threaten to well up and spill over onto his cheeks. Her speech is as beautiful as herself, how the rays from the sun illuminate her, voice angelic to his ears as she finishes and begins to cry. Tartaglia gingerly lets go of one of her hands to wipe away the tears that fall, his smile gentle as the Tsaritsa continues.]
May these rings be blessed, and the two of you be forever joined until the wolves ravage your bones or the frigid winds freeze you to your cores. Place them on your fingers, and go- may you walk together and fight your way through the eternal blizzard.
[Handing them each other's rings, Tartaglia takes Yoimiya's hand to slip her ring onto her finger, and waits patiently for her to do the same. Little does anyone know, the rumblings of something darker begin to stir behind the church, waiting for the right opportunity to strike.]
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