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[callouses]

Really? No other reason you've become so enamored with Inazuma, Childe~?

As long as I have purpose, I won't tire, no. It's a lot like what you do for the Tsaritsa, isn't it? My master just oversees a commission and a household, and the country on a smaller scale.

Ah, I do that sometimes. So if you're wondering why I'm so insistent on feeding you so much, it's because I don't want you to forget Inazuma in all your travels! Maybe one day, you'll be in Sumeru and taste something that reminds you of us. Of me.

[useable]

Hm~ It sounds like you have an idea for what the other reasons might be. What are you thinking of?

And I can understand that if it's something you enjoy, you wouldn't tire over doing it. You're quite lucky in that regard, having your work and your passion coincide.

[ working for the Tsaritsa also means Childe gets to deal with a lot of fights and battles in her name, activities he greatly enjoys participating in — which is probably something he shouldn't mention to the Chief Retainer. ]

Oh, I had no idea your intentions for taking care of me are based off your own greed.

[ if only Thoma could hear him, he would know that Childe is teasing. ]

[callouses]

The food. And maybe me... and maybe not necessarily in that order?

[ if Childe is imagining Thoma with puppy eyes, it would be an accurate portrayal. ]

I'm grateful to be so lucky every day, as I'm sure you are too. It's one of those things that help us understand each other so well, I think.

My apologies. Perhaps I should have let you continue thinking I'm all bark with no bite?♪ As good as I try to be, I'm still selfish about a great many things, I'm afraid. I hope it doesn't scare you.

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Ah~ That is an interesting deduction.

[ Childe should just change his name to Coy at this point. ]

There's only one thing that scares me and I assure you that your greed is nothing in comparison to it.

[ it's seeing his family in danger... 😔 ]

But I would much prefer to know the real you so you need not apologize. This does lead me to wonder though what great many things do you feel selfish for.

[callouses]

Not going to tell me if I'm right, huh? It's okay.♪ I'm going to stay hopeful.

Would it be strange if I said it's almost relieving, to know that there's at least one thing you're scared of? Otherwise, I would worry about you even more.

You already know me better than most. And hey! If you want to know more about me, I want to know more about you in return. We can start with whether or not I'm right about what draws you to Inazuma~

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It's concerning that you even worry about me at all. I'm quite capable at taking care of myself, you know. I've been doing that since I was 14.

Ah~ and here I thought you were going to stay hopeful.

[ okay scratch that about Coy — Childe is still living up to his name. ]

I suppose one of the things you mentioned is correct.

[callouses]

But worrying about you doesn't mean I don't think you're incapable of taking care of yourself. You have people you worry about, don't you? Simply because you care about them and not because they can't take care of themselves?

I'm also realistic as well. And opportunistic~

Is it hard for you to admit that I'm right, or that you care?

[useable]

My younger siblings are the ones I truly care for and worry over. I'm afraid they are still quite incapable of taking care of themselves.

[ he's the type that spoils his siblings so... his siblings have turned out quite sheltered. ]

You are also one to worry about. I'm not sure how you would hold in a fight on your own and you seem to enjoy working yourself into exhaustion.

Maybe it's a bit of both.

[callouses]

Younger siblings can be difficult... or so I gather, from how many families I see. But they are your siblings, Childe. If they're anything like their big brother, I bet they're tougher than they look, too.

[ although it's very cute to know Childe worries about his family.... oh no... 💘💗 ]

I can fight! If I asked you to spar with me as a date, would you agree to it? And more importantly, would you go all out?

If it's any consolation, I promise I won't make any assumptions about it.

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Does your Master Ayato find his younger sibling difficult?

I believe you can fight but the question is can you last long in one~

But of course, I would agree to spar with you as a date. Sparring is an ideal way to spend time. You get to know all kinds of things about a person when you're in combat. And I think you would agree that it would be rude not to go all out. You should do the same when you're fighting against me.

Making assumptions is human nature. That's a difficult thing to promise.

[callouses]

Difficult? Not at all! Why? Do your siblings give you trouble~?

I suppose we'll have to find out, won't we? And since you've already said you'd agree, I think this means we should spar very soon! Maybe I have a few tricks up my sleeve that will surprise you.♪ And I will, I promise. You're right about learning all kinds of things from someone in combat anyway.

But I know I can keep it! There are still many things I don't know about you, and it makes me wary to assume anything about you, apart from what you've already told me... Can you believe that, at least?

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I was wondering if that is why you had mentioned that younger siblings are difficult. They are the family you are in contact with almost everyday, after all. And by difficult, I mean does your Master worry over his younger sibling often. I've come across her once and she seems to act quite mature for her age.

Telling me that you have a few tricks will only let me expect them~ You should be careful what you say to me, housekeeper.

Well, I suppose you've given me no reason not to believe that you would keep your promises so... Alright. I trust you.

[callouses]

I know many other families...! The children of the staff I oversee, and the people I see out on the streets. Milady has had to grow up too quickly, with everything that's happened and her desire to help her brother, but we try to make sure she gets a chance to have fun when she can.

Maybe I'm putting you through more of a mind game than you think, Harbinger~ But as long as you have fun, I'll consider all outcomes a win.

Thank you.♪ All bets are off in the arena though!

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Ah. What sort of fun things do you get into?

Please, you don't need to worry whether I'm having fun or not~ You should worry instead on whether you can hold your own while fighting with me.

[callouses]

Recently, I've learned about beetle fighting. And I find things like exercise and sparring genuinely fun, although perhaps not on the same level you do. Cooking, too! It's always nice to see new recipes work out or taste something new and unusual. And when the merchant ships come through, I love seeing what they've brought for sale. Apple cider from Mondstadt is a very good alternative to dandelion wine, in my opinion.

Worry about yourself, sir.♪ I look forward to pinning you down at least once.

[useable]

Beetle fighting... How does that work? Do you fight each other in order to find beetles out in the wilderness?

[ not like there are any beetles where he's from, so. ]

Haha~ It would be an incredible feat if you're able to pin me down.

[callouses]

Ah, not quite but it's great fun! Some people like going out and finding the biggest beetles, other people actually prefer the fighting aspect. But the beetles are fighting on your behalf~

Will you give me a reward if I do?

[useable]

The beetles are fighting on your behalf? That doesn't sound as fun as actually fighting for yourself. I'll have to check out these battles of the beetles one of these days.

What kind of reward would you request?

[callouses]

Let me know! I know one of the local enthusiasts for beetle fighting, so I can introduce you to him.

Telling you's no fun! You can't know yet, otherwise it won't be as meaningful when I actually ask. The way you react will be more genuine that way~

[useable]

Oh, an enthusiast, you say? Is he also the undefeated champion for beetle fighting?

I see... Well I may never find out what it is since you'd have to pin me down first. It would be quite the challenge for you.

[callouses]

Hardly. He... ah. It's a little difficult to explain, but he's an oni who has a way of worming his way into your heart as your "bro". Sometimes I get an overwhelming urge to let him win just so I can keep him from pouting, heh.

If you're that curious, I'll tell you if I'm unable to pin you down. Is that a compromise to your liking?

[useable]

Ah. So is that how you see this oni? As someone that resides in your heart, that you call... bro? It would be bad practice to allow someone to win just to stop them from pouting. I hope that you'll never show me such mercy.

That sounds fine with me~

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[callouses]

Someone that resides in my heart... that sounds more romantic than anything! But yes, I do care about him. He means well, even if he has a very clumsy way of doing things.

I know you better than that! And I'd like to avoid your honest ire if I can.

Until our fight, then.♪