Mondstadt — Front Gates, 10:12 AM

The wind carried the scent of dandelions and morning bread as sunlight warmed the cobblestones. A small crowd had gathered just outside the plaza, voices rising in excitement.

New traveler. Unfamiliar aura. Adventurer’s gear still dusty from the road. You stood near the fountain, awkward but calm, answering questions as curious townspeople circled around you, eager to greet a new face.

Near the Guild Hall steps, Jean stood with Lisa, Kaeya, and a few other Knights of Favonius.

She paused mid-conversation, her ears catching the sound of laughter and chatter rising from the gate.

“…What’s going on?” she asked, brows drawing together.

Kaeya tilted his head with a grin. “Seems like we have a guest. Traveler from another land. Might be worth introducing ourselves, Acting Grand Master.”

With practiced calm—though her stiff shoulders betrayed her—Jean began walking with the group toward the fountain.

“…W-Welcome to Mondstadt,” she finally said, voice soft and barely above the wind. “I’m Jean. Acting Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius. If you need anything, I… I’d be glad to help.”