[ Perhaps it was a bit presumptuous of him, to pick Kaeya up and carry him away from that man without even a bit of context as to what he was doing here, but he simply couldn't stand by and watch someone so young stricken with such abject fear and uncertainty. Whatever that man brings to Kaeya's mind, it isn't anything good. Albedo is a Knight. He has a duty to protect Mondstadt's people.
Even in their dreams.
With his hand on Kaeya's back, he pats the boy gently as they approach the manor, until he can carry him through the front door. It shuts behind them with a definitive snap, and Albedo approaches one of the nearby sofas to lower Kaeya onto. ]
[ kaeya, thankfully, is too young to understand the implications of presumptuousness. things are much simpler at this age. all kaeya knows is that he was frightened, and now that threat has been taken away.. but he feels guilty, too, a cold feeling clawing at his belly. ]
I don't know if I..
[ he starts, then stops, swallowing thickly. no, he shouldn't reveal any more. even this young, kaeya has secrets, he knows he's not allowed to talk about his father, or about where he came from, so he's quick to press his lips together, looking away. ]
[ Albedo is a curious thing, and the question to know who that was burns inside of him. Still, he can't ask this child - won't ask him. It's not in his nature to pry, and Kaeya is already distressed enough. Perhaps another time, once they are returned to their usual selves, if Kaeya even remembers this. If not, then perhaps Albedo simply was not meant to know.
He kneels down on one knee before Kaeya, peering at him with gentle eyes. ]
I'm glad I was able to help. Should you ever need my assistance, you need only ask for it. Understood?
[ Perhaps the present-day Kaeya won't remember this either, but Albedo means it. If he can help...he would like to. He hopes Kaeya will at least remember in his heart. ]
[ kaeya is distracted, peering over his shoulder and out the window, toward the tall hill, but he can't make out a shape there, can't tell whether or not the man is lingering. when lightning flashes, he can see a little more clearly, but not clearly enough to tell for sure. rain pounds hard against the glass panes, thunder rattles the windows in their frames.
but then albedo is there, kneeling in front of him, looking at him with such kind eyes, and he's feeling a little better. maybe it's the fact that the real kaeya knows this man, knows he's trustworthy, but.. this kaeya trusts him, too. they've only just met, but albedo's presence puts him at ease. his eyes are so warm. ]
.. okay.
[ he nods, and takes a deep breath through his nose. time to be tough again. time to be strong. conceal, don't feel!! ]
[ Put on a show, make one wrong move and everyone will know... :(
But Albedo also knows that putting on a brave face is often the best way to face what you fear. If it helps Kaeya feel strong and capable to offer him help, then far be it from him to refuse. ]
Of course. I'm sure there's plenty you could help me with. You said you wanted to be a knight someday, didn't you?
[ Then perhaps he could help Albedo in the field sometime. He's often in need of an assistant -
And for a moment, he's caught up enough in the dream that he nearly forgets that that's all it is - a dream. Will the real Kaeya even remember this when they wake? ]
[ that certainly remains to be seen, doesn't it? kaeya will remember, but whether or not he will bring it up is the question. if albedo says nothing, kaeya is sure to say nothing, as well.
too bad they'll be sucked into another dream soon enough.. ]
Yeah! As soon as I can.
[ he nods emphatically, a warm smile beginning to spread across his face again. behind him, the rain begins to lessen, the rolling thunder growing more distant. ]
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Even in their dreams.
With his hand on Kaeya's back, he pats the boy gently as they approach the manor, until he can carry him through the front door. It shuts behind them with a definitive snap, and Albedo approaches one of the nearby sofas to lower Kaeya onto. ]
There's no storm in here. We'll keep you safe.
[ He won't need to go back out there. ]
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I don't know if I..
[ he starts, then stops, swallowing thickly. no, he shouldn't reveal any more. even this young, kaeya has secrets, he knows he's not allowed to talk about his father, or about where he came from, so he's quick to press his lips together, looking away. ]
.. thanks, Mr. Albedo.
[ he's really very nice, isn't he? ]
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He kneels down on one knee before Kaeya, peering at him with gentle eyes. ]
I'm glad I was able to help. Should you ever need my assistance, you need only ask for it. Understood?
[ Perhaps the present-day Kaeya won't remember this either, but Albedo means it. If he can help...he would like to. He hopes Kaeya will at least remember in his heart. ]
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but then albedo is there, kneeling in front of him, looking at him with such kind eyes, and he's feeling a little better. maybe it's the fact that the real kaeya knows this man, knows he's trustworthy, but.. this kaeya trusts him, too. they've only just met, but albedo's presence puts him at ease. his eyes are so warm. ]
.. okay.
[ he nods, and takes a deep breath through his nose. time to be tough again. time to be strong. conceal, don't feel!! ]
I want to help you too, Mr. Albedo.
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But Albedo also knows that putting on a brave face is often the best way to face what you fear. If it helps Kaeya feel strong and capable to offer him help, then far be it from him to refuse. ]
Of course. I'm sure there's plenty you could help me with. You said you wanted to be a knight someday, didn't you?
[ Then perhaps he could help Albedo in the field sometime. He's often in need of an assistant -
And for a moment, he's caught up enough in the dream that he nearly forgets that that's all it is - a dream. Will the real Kaeya even remember this when they wake? ]
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too bad they'll be sucked into another dream soon enough.. ]
Yeah! As soon as I can.
[ he nods emphatically, a warm smile beginning to spread across his face again. behind him, the rain begins to lessen, the rolling thunder growing more distant. ]
I should probably go find Diluc, soon..
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Well, that's a question for another time. Straightening up, he takes a step back. ]
Yes, better to make sure he's safe as well. I can lend you a hand.
[ Except no sooner does he say this than does the dream begin to dissolve from around him. Is he waking up? Well, then.
At least it reached a satisfying conclusion. ]