[𝓦𝓱𝓮𝓷 𝓦𝓪𝓽𝓮𝓻𝓼 𝓒𝓸𝓷𝓿𝓮𝓻𝓰𝓮: 𝟏] Neuvillette x Fem!Reader

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(Y/N POV)

I observed the Sun slowly descend until it was fully hidden by the mountains, replaced by a starry blanket and jade like Moon. A lone bird sang--it's voice echoing through the valley. Thinking back, if it were still months ago, I would've never thought I could see the clouds or breathe in a cold night's breeze once more. Sitting on the peak of Mount Aocang, gazing afar, I reflected back on everything that's happened. Looking down at my hands, I could still see and feel the blood of others that stain them...never to be washed away, even if, deep down, I feel their death to be deserved. Nightmares and flashbacks often haunt me when I close my eyes, so, I would go to my room at night as Cloud Retainer instructs and after she checks I'm asleep, I'd sneak out and come here.

Suddenly, an unknown yet somewhat familiar voice speaks through the breeze, "It's all in the past now, sometimes, it's more painful if we hold on."

Immediately, I was alert, "Who are you? Show yourself. Don't hide around."

There was a soft glow as a young man transforms from the wind in front of me. He wears a green cape that blows with the breeze alongside his blue, glowing braids, and a matching beret with floral ornaments.

"Are you okay?"

"...what."

"Your expression earlier seems sorrowful."

"Oh...I'm fine."

"I don't think anyone would be fine if they've gone through those experiences."

My eyes widened...how? Subconsciously, my hand found its way to my sword.

"Oh! There's no need to be alarmed, I promise that I don't mean harm, ehe~" he says while laughing awkwardly.

Strange...why does he feel so familiar... When I turned around again, he wasn't standing there anymore, confused I looked beside me and found him sitting down next to me.

"It's okay if you don't want to share, I can understand it's hard. Let's enjoy the full moon~! Such a beautiful sight isn't it?"

"I...guess."

The following hours were either in silence or him playing his lyre. I have to admit, he was very talented and his tunes somehow have a soothing effect. After a while, I said, "Thank you."

"Oh! Isn't this a lovely sight~ I made this beautiful young maiden smile! Your welcome~ Well, it's quite late now, I should go back since the journey is quite long."

As he turned around to leave, I asked, "Wait, what's...what's your name?"

"Ah, my apologies! I completely forgot about my manners. The name is Venti, ehe~ How about you?"