you hide your face with your disguise // 'cause someone filled your head with lies

[monoceroscaeli]

[It had been a few days since the hunt for the Great Mujina Youkai had come to an end, having to say goodbye to the kids and to Yoimiya too. The ship that was to take him back to Snezhnaya would be arriving a bit later in the day, and Childe sighs as he sits back in his chair in the tent he's occupying in one such hidden Fatui camp. He had a great time in Inazuma. The country was beautiful, rich with a new culture to learn and all sorts of places to explore and fight new and more exciting enemies. All his things were in order- the gifts that he'd bought to bring back to his family, Teucer's Onikabuto in a little bug box with some food to keep it alive during the trip back- all he'd have to do is wait for the ship and he'd be on his way.

He tells himself that he'd return to the country one day, once tensions between the Fatui and the Shogunate calm down. It was a miracle that he was able to stay as long as he has, evading the Tenryou Commission. He has some people to thank for that, and he won't forget what they did for him while he's been here. Some gifts would be in order for them upon his return.

The Harbinger idly plays with a writing utensil between his fingers. He'd like to bring something from Snezhnaya for Yoimiya, too.

There's a sharp rap at his door, and Childe sighs. He doesn't really want to deal with work right now, perfectly happy reminiscing on the time he's spent in Inazuma before he leaves, but answers with a bored tone to his voice:]

Come in.

[An agent enters, bowing and standing at attention.]

Sir, we've captured a Tenryou Commission spy that was found sneaking around. We've taken her into custody and are awaiting your orders on how to deal with her.

[Childe's eyebrow raises. It should have been hard to find this camp, even by the Shuumatsuban. Somehow, doubt creeps into his mind, but stands from his chair.]

Alright, I'll deal with it myself. At least I can have one last bit of fun before I depart.

[The agent only bows once more, to lead Childe towards the prisoner. He knows better than to argue with the Harbinger, but feels sorry for the spy. The two cross the camp to another tent, the agent stopping him right before lifting the flap for his senior commander.]

She claims to be from the fireworks shop, but we've seen Tenryou soldiers stop frequently at it.

[Before he can answer, the flap is lifted to reveal a certain girl that he'd met not but a few days ago...]

Comments

[monoceroscaeli]

[That's exactly the response he was hoping for.

Watching her as she turns to get her knapsack, his eyes widen in amusement when she takes out the launch tube. The sparklers would be cute and fun, but now she's got something to really celebrate the moment, and there isn't a bit of logic left in him to tell himself that this is a terrible idea. In fact, it's great, they'd have their own fireworks show right here in the onsen. This is why he dropped the big bucks, right? So they could do what they wanted for as long as they wanted.

Tartaglia sits up, wearing a wicked trouble-making grin at Yoimiya, clearly pleased with what fireworks were left. He shifts closer to get a better look, before asking:]

I'd like to try to set this off myself. You wouldn't mind teaching me how, right?

[He looks like a little kid who's got the chance to do something really cool, something their parents would definitely never allow them to do. Whether or not that's a good idea to let a drunk Childe set off a firework inside of an onsen is yet to be seen, but he doesn't care- the disastrous results is hardly a thing on his mind.]

[niwabi]

[ Seeing his awestruck reaction elicits a melody of giggles out of her. He looks just like a little kid excited to play with his new toy. Sparklers are a simple little fireworks that she will always enjoy but a launch tube seems much more suited for the thrill-seeking Harbinger's tastes. Logically, giving such a wild device to a drunk Tartaglia would be a cause for concern... but that thought never crosses her mind, or it's more like she's too drunk to care. She returns his wicked grin with a mischievous smirk of her own, having no qualms about placing the launch tube in his hands. ]

So, this one is a bit more involved than my other launch tubes. There's already a Narwhal pattern firework inside it but if you look at the tube itself, you can mess around with the size, height, and how much it spreads.

[ She points at the various parameters along the device, allowing him to customize it as he sees fit! ... Which is such a bad idea, it's only going to end in a disaster. Yoimiya's never been one for rational thought but being drunk and partners in crime with the love of her life makes for a terrifying combination. ]

Just press the button on the bottom when you're ready to launch! We'll have five seconds to take a step back after you hit it.

[monoceroscaeli]

[He pays as best attention as he possibly can while she explains how the launch tube works. It is, admittedly, a little hard to concentrate because he's stealing glances here and there at her chest, as lovely and right there as it is. But he's sure he understands for the most part, and he can't wait to launch it.]

Excellent, this doesn't seem all that difficult. Alright.

[Standing, he presses a drunken, ardorous kiss to her lips before lifting himself up out of the water and walking over towards a larger open space next to the water's edge. If Yoimiya didn't already assume he was going to launch it inside of the building, it's pretty obvious now as he sets it down and cranks all the settings to the biggest it can be to the maximum height. He thinks he's cranked it downwards to the smallest, but he's drunk...]

Okay, run!

[He presses the button, and takes off towards her to get away from the launch tube, almost falling on his face from slipping in some water. He turns, ready to watch it go off with a look of wonder on his face.

BOOM. The firework goes off, and what happens next somehow simultaneously make him excited and giddy like a schoolgirl and his stomach drops out from underneath him. The firework hits the roof with an explosion that rocks the entire room, catching fire to it as sparks explode every which way. His face drops as soon as he sees the flames licking the top of the ceiling, and in his drunken haze, hesitates. Oh no. What does he do.]

[niwabi]

[ Yoimiya is not known for making the brightest decisions, giving an intoxicated Tartaglia a firework launch tube inside an onsen just screams trouble. None of that occurs to her as she's more excited to see how his version of the narwhal firework will turn out.

Her eyes are brightly shimmering in anticipation as she watches him mess around with the settings. She's too drunk to even notice that he accidentally cranked it up to the highest setting possible. As it shoots off, her excitement quickly turns to horror as it strikes the roof, setting fire to the ceiling above them. Yoimiya is so stunned that all she can do is stand there with her jaw hanging open. In hindsight, she should have thought this through but neither one of them did and now they're paying the consequences. Play stupid games, win stupid prizes. ]

Oh dear...

[ Oh no. Oh no no no. The last thing they need is for the authorities to come rushing in, for a member of the Tenryou commission to realize his identity and attempt to jail him. Of course, Yoimyia has no doubt he'll be able to escape from their grasp, it's Tartaglia. The Fatui are already considered persona non grata in Inazuma, it's already going to be a difficult journey for him to come into the country, but she doesn't want to make the situation even tougher for him. She loves him so much and can't bear the thought of being separated from him indefinitely. ]

Q-Quick! We gotta get out of here!

[ The first step she takes is to swiftly runs over to grab the launch tube, not wanting to risk the Tenryou commission confiscating it for evidence. Grabbing her bag and Tartaglia by his harness, she drags him back to the locker room. Once they're in, she scrambles to change back to her clothes before they make a run for it. The sarashi around her waist is messily thrown together and she's trying her best to stuff her boobs back into the wrap. Sorry Tartaglia, she knows you love her chest but they're going to have to be covered for the time being... ]

[monoceroscaeli]

[He feels her yank him from behind, his harness serving as a handle for her to get him into the locker room once more. He gets it, drunkenly trying to put as many of his clothes back on as possible, forgoing actually putting his jacket on and just holding it instead. He's disheveled, confused, smelling smoke as the ceiling continues to burn. But, in a moment of clarity, he looks at her while they get their things together quickly, knowing that he can at least save the building before the whole roof collapses in.]

Yoi-iimiya! I'll be right back-!

[And instead of running out, he runs back in, wobbling the entire way there but managing to somehow stay on his feet. Looking up, he focuses on the water in the onsen, taking control of it as it whirlpools upwards to slam into the ceiling, breaking it but putting the fire out. Tartaglia almost slips as he turns around to run, laughing like an idiot at the entire debacle.]

Let's go!!! Find the back door, quick-!!! Ahahahaha!

[He joins Yoimiya, grabbing her hand to run towards another exit besides the front, hoping to either find a window to safely jump out of or the actual back door that they can escape from.]

[niwabi]

[ At first, Yoimiya is confused, baffled as to why he would run back inside a burning building like a madman but it's a good thing that between these two drunkards, someone still holds the brain cells. She'll offer to hold onto his jacket while he goes to put out the literal fire. Poking her head out from the locker room, she's relieved to see him attempting to fan the flames with his hydro powers, also impressed that he's able to anchor himself to the ground in his intoxicated state.

She squeezes his hand as they make their exit. Since his jacket is unclaimed, she'll happily toss it over herself if he doesn't mind! Attempting to quickly rewrap the sarashi around her body had been somewhat a bust, she's disheveled and could use the extra layer of clothing. Despite that they're on the brink of getting in major trouble, she's howling with laughter alongside him, pointing at the backdoor just outside of the locker room.]

Ahaha, it's over that way! Right there! Let's book it before we get caught by those mean ol' Tenryou Commission folks.

[ Once they're out of the building, Yoimiya leads him to a small clearing a good distance away from the bathhouse. Now that they're out of sight, she's doubling over with laughter. ]

Goodness, I can't believe you just shot it off inside the onsen. [ not that she has any room to talk since she totally enabled him ] you're crazy, Tartaglia! Hahaha! You're gonna get me in heaps of trouble!

[monoceroscaeli]

[Thankfully they escape without being seen, hearing the ruckus outside of the bath house as people gather to see what the giant explosion they heard was and why smoke fills the sky now that part of the roof was gone. Good thing he's leaving tomorrow, he's sure he still sticks out like a sore thumb with this ginger hair of his, not to mention he's a Harbinger on top of it. But despite it all, he's living on the rush of the adrenaline of getting out and not getting caught yet, and doing it with Yoimiya.]

Oh, that's not even the half of it, hahahahaha!

[There's a whole world of trouble lying in wait for her now that she's with him, even if neither of them realize how deep it just might go. His knack for trouble was already bad enough, but the entire organization he belongs to will only make it worse.]

Oh, that was splendid, I do hope the money I gave him was enough to cover the repairs.

[He wipes a tear from his eye from laughing so hard, tugging on her arm. Their fun isn't over yet, but he definitely thinks now is the time to lay low.]

There's a small inn in Konda Village, come with me and stay with me for the rest of the night. The Tenryou Commission isn't going to find us there.

[He'll bet mora on it.]

[niwabi]

[ Destroying the roof goes beyond any mischievous prank Yoimiya has pulled and while there is a part of her that does feel guilty being the cause of such an absurd mess, she can't deny the excitement coursing through her veins. She feels bad for the poor onsen owner but it felt so exhilarating to escape without getting caught. Causing trouble with a Harbinger should be wrong but with Tartaglia, it feels so right and fun, she's excited at the thought of their future escapades. ]

Hahahaha, looks like it was a good thing you gave Susumu all that money! Down payment for his roof repair expenses.

[ Goodness, her stomach hurts from laughing so hard, it's amazing how she doesn't keel over on the ground. ]

I know exactly which inn you're talking about, it's small but cozy, an excellent place to stay for the evening.

[ Holding onto his arm, she makes great haste to lead him out of Inazuma's capital. Although she's fairly certain they didn't get caught, Yoimiya still tries to hurry out of precaution. It's a blessing that Konda Village isn't too far away, the chaotic, drunken duo are able to make it to their destination in no time at all. Once they get checked into the inn, they're led to their room. It's simple, a bit on the small side, but the old Inazuman style bedroom gives it a quaint, welcoming environment. There's even a window for them to marvel at the lush green forest surrounding the village.

In the center of the tatami mat is a cushiony futon inviting them to rest up for the evening. Placed on top of their bedding are two white sleeping kimonos prepared for the young couple. Yoimiya begins the process of stripping herself out of her messy clothes, throwing the comfortable robe over her body. ]

It's been a while since I stayed here but it's cozier than what I remember. I have a feeling we're going to get some really good rest tonight.

[monoceroscaeli]

[Laughing, he lets her lead him, wondering if she's had to do this plenty of times before when hiding people from the Vision Hunt Decree. It's a relief when they finally arrive in the village, trying to be on his best behavior even while completely intoxicated while they check into the inn. He's sure that the owner could probably smell it on them, turning their nose up a little bit because of the smell, but all's well that ends well when they finally get to their room.

Childe takes a look around, not used to being in small, homey places like this during his stays overseas. As a Harbinger, he's used to getting the best treatment, but this suits him just as well too. It reminds him of growing up, sighing happily at the quaint little room as he too begins to undress to put the robe on.]

It's quite comfortable in here. But I don't think it's the room itself that's going to ensure that we have a nice rest...

[Tartaglia drunkenly slides his arms around her, swaying back and forth with her in his arms as he closes his eyes. The world spins from behind his eyelids, giggling like a little girl who's been terribly naughty but doesn't seem to feel a bit of remorse about it.]

Hmmm, I think you look pretty good in all white. Pure, just like the snow of my homeland...

[He grins, because Yoimiya is anything but pure, and he knows it. He's planning on making her even more impure as the night goes on, placing a gentle kiss to her lips as he thinks about it.]

[niwabi]

[ Oh yeah, Yoimiya is anything but pure, being fully aware of that fact. There's always bit a little bit of a vixen inside of her, a side that she hasn't shown to anyone else but Tartaglia. Filthy thoughts have crossed her mind before but being with the Harbinger has brought out her true lewd nature in full force. Maybe he really will lead her down the path of darkness...

The sounds of his mischievous giggles are too funny, truly reminding her of a little brat with naughty intentions. She lets out a drunken laugh of her own, swaying back and forth before resting against him for support. A sigh of contentment departs from her lips as she relaxes into his hold. Today has been splendid, one that she'll always think back on with fondness. ]

Oh? What a sweet compliment. You did a bang-up job coating me in white today, haha. [ Being drunk has made her even more shameless... He can dye her white as much as he pleases. i'm sorry waioshaog ] I'm not so sure about the pure part but...

[ A smug, self-aware expression forms on her features, leaning in to slot their lips for a quick, chaste kiss. She'll never get enough of his taste. ]

What I do know is you look quite handsome in that kimono. White is your color, I bet you'd look fantastic in an all-white winter coat.

[monoceroscaeli]

[The weight of her body against his own relaxes him, getting tiny drunken hums to come out as he holds her close, snorting at her comment about painting her white. He did and he'll do it some more, because there's no reason not to as the clock slowly ticks their time away. It's terrible how even that lewd comment seems to begin to rile him already, the chaste kiss leaving him wanting more from her, her taste delicious on his tongue.

Tartaglia can't help but stare deeply back into her eyes, using them as a focus point to keep him upright so he doesn't fall over drunk, his hand subconsciously sliding down to her ass to grip into it lightly as he answers her.]

What if I told you that my coat is white. Well, mostly, [he says, groping a little more of one cheek.] The Harbingers of the Fatui get their own special coats that put them aside from the rest of the troops. You'll get to see it when you come to visit.

[He leans down to capture her lips again, drinking from them a little more hungrily. He doesn't know where all this energy is coming from, but Yoimiya seems to have unlocked something from deep within him that makes him want to touch and feel her endlessly...]

Maybe I'll have one personally made for you.

[niwabi]

[ Where did his sudden burst of vitality come from??? Yoimiya thought that she had boundless amounts of energy, Tartaglia has proven himself to be her match. The special attention to her ass elicits a soft purr, her skin feeling like it's on fire from his wandering hands. The only roadblock separating him from her nude body is the thin kimono they both have on. ]

Mm, I'd love to see you wearing that coat. You're already so handsome, I just know you're going to look even more dashing in all in white— Oh! [ she stops mid-sentence, letting out a needy whine at that particular squeeze. ] I do hope you wear it as the first thing I see once I step off the boat.

[ There's so much to look forward to in Snezhnaya. Meet his family, see all of the marvelous sights the snowy country has to offer, and of course, all of the sex the pair will engage in far away from Inazuma. After tonight, they will be apart for who knows how long, most likely a good while if she had to guess. With their libidos, there's bound to be an endless amount of passionate sex to make up for the lost time. Thinking about such deprave thoughts excites her to the core, moaning into his mouth as she kisses him back in full, parting her lips open to encourage him to tangle their tongues together.

Yoimiya is totally breathless after breaking away, panting softly from the ministrations of his tongue. In such a short amount of time, Tartaglia has mastered the art of making her feel incredible. ]

A Harbinger coat just for me? It sounds like you're trying to recruit me into the Fatui... Lord Tartaglia.

[ Joke aside, it's a sweet gesture to have her own personal coat made, heart fluttering at the idea of having matching jackets. She stares at him with half-lidded doe-eyes, looking at him as if he were her master Harbinger. He's got her completely ensnared in more ways than one. ]

we can fade to black on the sex imo to skip to the next day these two fucking like rabbits wheeze

[monoceroscaeli]

[Tartaglia takes the invitation Yoimiya offers to slip his tongue into her mouth, letting it dance with her own as his hands wander her body, massaging her endlessly as they share a passionate kiss that drowns out the rest of the world. Even as he closes his eyes, everything spins, the only thing keeping him anchored down is Yoimiya and her sweet caresses to his lips, intoxicating and heavy on his mind as his thoughts narrow further and further onto her.

It's almost painful when they break, taken in by those doe-eyes that make his heart pound and his blood pump even harder. He gives her a sweet, mischievous smile, letting his fingers trail down her cheek before letting his hand cup her face.]

Haha, I hate to be the bearer of bad news...but you're practically already Fatui, now that you've chosen to be involved with the likes of me.

[His forehead comes down to press to her own as he sways back and forth, loving the words Lord Tartaglia rolling off her lips like that. Usually, it's spoken with fear, respect, and reverence, but now it's coming out of a place of love and admiration. He could absolutely get used to that.]

And since that's so, I suppose it's only proper if you're addressed henceforth as Lady Yoimiya- I'll make sure the rest of my subordinates know to show you the proper respect.

[Another quick, greedy kiss is administered to Yoimiya's lips, pushing her back towards their bed for the night. He wants to indulge in her one last time before he goes, and there isn't a single inhibition in his body left that would stop him.]

So let's share one last moment as Lord and Lady, until next we meet.

[That kimono has got to go for now, she can sleep in it after they have sex again. He'll start taking it off as he continues to push her backward, starting to kiss and suck on her neck, not caring if hickeys begin to bloom under her skin from it all. If anything, better to let others know not to touch his girlfriend, she's taken and she's his.]

LOL YES I WAS THINKING THE SAME THING these two are too much smh

[niwabi]

[ Internally, she can't help but giggle at Tartaglia's accusation. There is some semblance of truth to it, if he were to ever come back to Inazuma, Yoimiya will do everything to ensure he doesn't get caught by the Tenryou Commission. Assisting a persona non grata makes her complicit with the Fatui in a kinda-sorta hilarious way.

Yoimiya isn't one for prestigious titles but she won't lie, there's something about the way Lady Yoimiya flows off his tongue that melts her to the core. Her arms wrap around his neck as she's pushed onto the futon, easily getting swept up in his affections. She can feel her body shuddering from the brush of his lips to her neck, moans pouring out from her as he nips and sucks on her sensitive skin. The imprints of a hickey will surely blossom on her neck but she doesn't mind. More than anything, she's thrilled to receive his love bites, an indicator to the residents of Inazuma that the famous fireworks shop owner is happily taken. Once he's had his fill of her neck, she wastes no time spreading her legs open, inviting her lover to slip into her wet entrance to indulge in each other's bodies for one last passionate night filled with bliss.

This is their final evening together for the foreseeable future, she wants nothing more than for this night to be engraved into their hearts. A grand finale with them as Lord and Lady. ]

---

[ Yoimiya's honey eyes flutter open at the morning sunlight beaming on her face. She lets out a small groan, feeling the after-effects of alcohol consumption pounding at her head. It's not the most ideal way to wake up but when her bleary eyes open to the sight of a sleeping Tartaglia, the hangover suddenly doesn't feel too bad. She finds herself in his arms, nestling her head into his chest. Bit by bit, the memory of yesterday's events replay in her mind, she stupidly stumbled into a Fatui camp, reunited with Tartaglia, became a couple, got plastered and basically had sex for the rest of the evening before passing out. (They also blew up the roof of the Asia Bathhouse but that's not that big of a deal. Sorry Susumu)

... It was easily one of the best days of her life. Watching the tuckered out Harbinger puts a sleepy smile on her face, he looks so cute as he sleeps and y'know... not blowing up buildings. ]

they fukkin make me laugh so much tho i love them, stupid horndogs

[monoceroscaeli]

[At some point, his own kimono falls off of him as he administers more affectionate grazes of his teeth across her skin, his hands wandering to grip and touch Yoimiya in every place he's discovered so far that gets her to moan and cry for him in every perfect way. He'll miss her terribly in the days he's away, now savoring every drop of her sex as he slides inside of her for the last time for a while, admiring the incredible woman he's found himself suddenly intimately involved with. Tartaglia doesn't feel a single bit of regret, excited and filled with joy at the prospect of what adventures are in store for them next.

But now, he wants to remember every single moment from tonight until the next time he sees her, where he's sure they'll create even more incredible memories together. And with that, he drowns both himself and Yoimiya in feelings of pleasure and bliss on this final night that he'll be in Inazuma.

---

[Tartaglia's mouth hangs slightly agape as he snores quietly, still asleep when Yoimiya wakes. However, whether it be the smallest change from her coming to wakefulness or because of the light that shines in from the window hitting his eyes, he slowly wakes as his eyelids flutter open. He doesn't know where he is at first, under an unfamiliar roof in an unfamiliar bed, but he finds his body is completely relaxed with the love of his life lying in his arms. When his focus comes to, he's greeted with the sight of Yoimiya's golden locks pressed into his chest, letting out a content sigh before the reality of the hangover hits him.

The light only makes it worse, squeezing his eyes shut for a moment as he deals with the annoying dull pain that throbs in his head.]

Mmmmmngh...Yoimiya, you awake?

[He's pretty sure he made out the sight of those gorgeous irises looking at him while he was sleeping.]

[niwabi]

[ Cute... who would have thought that Childe, the fearsome Eleventh Fatui Harbinger would appear so precious as he rests? It's faint but Yoimiya is pretty sure she can make out the light noises of his adorable snoring. ]

Good morning, sunshine! [ she giggles, eyes bearily adjusting to the illuminated room. Laying right beside him feels like she's basking in a ray of sunshine. ] Yeah, I just woke up.

[ Just the fireworks she crafts, Yoimiya truly is a bright, bundle of energy. Even under the strain of a hangover headache, she still manages to greet her beloved with a radiant smile. She pillows her head on top of his chest, the sounds of his heartbeat is soothing to listen to, ringing in her ears like a wonderful melody. Headache aside, waking up next to him is the perfect way to start the day. ]

Did ya sleep well?

[monoceroscaeli]

[Seeing her bright, shining face right away warms him in a way he's never felt before, holding her tighter against him as she snugs her head into his chest. She may hear his heartbeat speed up, sighing with content as he lies there with her, comfortable under the covers despite the headache.]

Couldn't of been better, [he replies, craning his head down to kiss the top of her head.]

Aside from the headache, of course, but that's nothing a few pickled cucumbers won't fix. How's your head?

[He's sure they're both suffering from a hangover, but it was well worth it in his opinion.]

[niwabi]

[ As much as Yoimiya enjoys the hustle bustle of a adventurous lifestyle, sharing a peaceful, tranquil moment with the love of her life is just as, if not, more special. She can hear the sound of his heart beating faster. It's a lovely tempo, if it wasn't for her head, she could easily be lulled into falling asleep on his chest. Like a cat, she curls against him, finding comfort in his warm presence. ]

My head is pounding! [ she says with a jovial laugh, making light of her own headache... ] Hurts worse than that Thunderhelm Lawachurl's electro shards from yesterday.

[ Yoimiya laughs a little too hard, causing a sharp pain to hit her head full force. Ouch. Alcohol is stronger than a Thunderhelm Lawachurl confirmed? She winces a bit but it's fine! She will be okay!! ]

I'm sure we'll be able to get some pickled cucumbers as a side while we have breakfast. Since we're in Konda village, you have got to try Konda Cuisine.

[monoceroscaeli]

[His arm slips easily around her as she cuddles against him, laughing quietly at how she describes her headache. He wouldn't describe his headache in quite so dramatic terms, but it definitely hurt. Something something consequences of their actions something something.]

Oh? You know I'm always willing to try a local specialty. It's not as if we'll be able to go back to Inazuma City anytime soon- I'm sure the authorities will be looking for us, haha...

[Maybe one thing he wishes his drunk brain would have thought of when they were in the onsen. He might be leaving, but Yoimiya isn't...and she was definitely seen with him going in. He'll have to leave plenty of mora behind just in case she gets detained after he leaves...for bail.]

...Sorry about that. I'm afraid I've probably landed you in a bit of trouble with the Tenyrou Commission after what we did in the bathhouse.

[niwabi]

[ Oh yeah, the authorities. Oops, she kind of forgot about them. While it absolutely should, the situation doesn't seem to bother her. Choosing instead to laugh like it's another day at the beach. ]

Hahaha, it's okay! This ain't my first rodeo getting in trouble with the Tenryou Commission.

[ Sometimes, she's fairly certain she's on Kujou Sara's shitlist thanks to starting one too many fires. ]

One of my buddies always lands himself in jail, so it's not like I'll be totally alone. I'm willing to bet he's probably there right now! [ WHY IS THIS HER REASONING??? ] It will be fine! I'll tell them it was an accident and if all else fails, another one of my friends studied law in Liyue, so I can count on her to get me out of the slammer.

[ Shinobu out here working overtime. ]

[monoceroscaeli]

[She may act like being in jail is no big deal, but he hates the idea of her sitting in there for a single second, so he's already coming up with a plan to make sure that doesn't happen. He has agents here he can trust, so he'll make arrangements with them a little later without her knowledge.]

You know, that's not entirely reassuring here...

[Yoimiya don't tell your Harbinger boyfriend this omg]

I was the one who set the firework off, subsequently destroying the ceiling...allow me to at least cover any other financial burdens that come due to that. Mora isn't really an obstacle for someone like me.

[niwabi]

[ In hindsight, this probably wasn't the best way to reassure him. YOU THINK, YOIMIYA??? She can fully emphasize with his worries. If the positions were reversed, Yoimiya's heart would absolutely ache at the thought of Tartaglia spending any amount of time in jail. Soon, her lover will be out of Inazuma, and with how much he has to deal with back home, he shouldn't spend any extra time stressing and worrying about her. All she wants is for him to leave with happy memories. Her small hand comes up to caress his cheek, slotting her lips with her own, administering a soft, affectionate kiss, a gesture of her unyielding love for the man that has a firm grasp on her heart. ]

I appreciate everything you've done for me. It really means the world to me that you're so considerate about my safety and comfort.

[ She's breathless when she breaks, fluttering her lashes while stroking his cheek with her thumb. ]

Don't worry, I promise to be okay! It's not my first time skirting past the law, with your Fatui intel, you might already be aware of all the crazy stunts I pulled during the Vision Hunt Decree. [ And she will do it again if she has to!!! YOU HEAR THAT RAIDEN SHOGUN??? ] But if it helps to ease your concern, I will happily accept your aid.

[monoceroscaeli]

[Tartaglia's eyes flutter closed as he returns the kiss, savoring the moment knowing that it's only a matter of hours before they won't be able to do this again for a long while. His own kiss is brimming with adoration for her, and when they break a love-stricken smile unfolds on his features as he stares back into her golden irises. It's amusing to him to think about the things she did during the Vision Hunt Decree; he doesn't know all the details, but to even defy the Raiden Shogun the way she did already earns her a special place in his heart. Had he known her then, he would have never let her put herself in so much danger, but that's one of the many things that he finds so attractive about her- she too, seems to like to make a stir, just like him.

So maybe he can lighten up a little about it. She has proven to of taken on bigger challenges before, and this is nothing in comparison.]

Alright. I'll have bail posted for you before I even get on the boat. Even the Tenryou Commission can't help but accept a gratuitous amount of mora, haha. And if the bathhouse owner wants to press charges despite the amount I already gave him, I'm sure being compensated appropriately will change his mind.

[He shows off his sly grin. It's easy to bribe people, and he's really not afraid to throw around Fatui money like it's coming from an unending fountain of wealth.]

Let me know if there's anything else you need. I'll be more than happy to provide it to you.

[Tartaglia's head dips down to capture her into another kiss, warm and loving. She means the world to him, reflecting that in every pass of his lips against hers, soft and yet confident in his ministrations. When he breaks from her, he breathes out a sigh of content.]

Let's get up for now. We still have a little time, but not much. I don't want to waste it.

[niwabi]

[ They say mora can't buy happiness but it can certainly land a certain troublemaker blonde out of jail. Accepting Fatui aid would most certainly be seen as a sin among the people of Inazuma. While there's a part of her that does feel somewhat guilty about having that vast amount of mora thrown at her, she doesn't see this as blood money and instead, a kind gesture of a boyfriend to protect his girlfriend at all costs. ]

It's so impressive how you've already thought so far ahead. Thanks to you, I'll be in good hands. [ Not only is he crazy strong, but he's also got the intelligence to back it up. Yoimiya really hit the jackpot with this one. ] I guess I'll have to hold off on being a jailbird for a little while longer, hehe.

[ Sorry, she had to get one last jail joke in. Why is his girlfriend like this...

Every luscious kiss with him sets her heart ablaze. It doesn't take much for her to get swept up in his affections, pouring her love and adoration for him into this enchanting kiss. Tartaglia has become everything to her, she would break any law, and go to the ends of the world for him. ]

Yes, I want to spend as much time with you as possible. We can take a quick bath and grab a bite to eat. If we still have remaining time left, I'd like to enjoy your company for as long as possible.

[ Tartaglia has a long boat ride from Inazuma to Snezhaya awaiting him, being clean is of the essence for a comfortable trip. The entire evening had been incredible, she'll be dreaming about their passionate lovemaking for nights on end but she is sure his agents wouldn't appreciate the smell of sex on him, even if they might be too scared to voice their concerns to the superior.

It's hard to peel herself away from his warm chest, the pounding headache not making matters any better. With some reluctance, she sits up gets a quick morning stretch in before leading Tartaglia to their bathroom. Inside, is a wooden tub that is simple but has plenty of space to fit the wild couple. ]

[monoceroscaeli]

[Sitting up proves to be a lot harder than he thought it would, already missing the warmth of Yoimiya against him, but happy to know that she'd be with him until the moment he left Inazuma. He's not sure if getting out of bed is helping his headache any, but he'll still happily follow Yoimiya right into the bathroom. The tub is quaint, much like the rest of the room they've been staying in, lifting the lid off of the top to set it aside so he can turn the water on.]

You really weren't kidding about how nice this inn was, [he says as the water fills, stretching his own body out. Maybe the heat of the bath will be good for both of their heads.]

It's the perfect setting to really sit down and relax for a while. Of course, so was the last place we were at that had a nice spot to sit in the water.

[He grins, shooting her a devious look. They wouldn't even be here if they hadn't blown up the last one. Whoops...]