In Fontaine’s underwater archives, Neuvillette granted hydro wards. “The Hydro Dragon senses your pure intent. But Celestia’s gaze tightens.”

  Allies converged: Diluc from Mondstadt, Kaeya with cryptic smiles, even Natlan’s warriors. Varka trained them, his responsibility shining.

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  Alone with Nicole in a Fontaine villa, overlooking waterfalls. “We’re close. Feel it?”

  Close… but terrifying. Distract me so I won’t think about it?

  He grinned. “Always.” Kisses started playful, turning hot—lips on skin, bodies pressing, spicy details of their intimacy unfolding in waves of pleasure, awkward moments laughed off.

  A setback: A divine messenger attacked, warning of hubris. Varka fended it off, scarred anew. “For you,” he whispered.