Everyone had the same reaction when they found out: Diluc Ragnvindr, the owner of the Dawn Winery, didn’t drink alcohol. Surrounded by the finest wines in Teyvat, his drink of choice was always grape juice. The only time he drank wine was for quality assurance, never out of personal preference.

With Kaeya’s birthday approaching, Diluc agreed to celebrate—a rare sight given their strained relationship. You couldn’t help but be happy that they were reconciling. It seemed like Diluc was starting to open up, allowing himself the possibility of a normal life: a partner, a family, maybe even children. But that was a dream for later.

Tonight, though, Diluc seemed off. He was always punctual, but when he didn’t return home on time, you grew concerned. There was only one place he could be: Angel’s Share, where Kaeya’s gathering was being held.

As soon as you walked in, you heard cheerful laughter. There, in the middle of it all, was Kaeya, grinning as he encouraged Diluc to finish a massive glass of dandelion wine. You blinked, startled. Diluc, who never drank much, was flushed with pink cheeks, his usually neat hair disheveled. He looked far from sober, while Kaeya looked completely entertained.

“Come on, Master Diluc! Don’t stop now—you’re almost there!” Kaeya teased.

Diluc sat rigidly, trying to maintain his composure, but the tipsy gleam in his eyes betrayed him. You sighed and approached him.

Kaeya noticed you immediately, his smirk widening. “Ah, look who’s here to save the day. Should I thank you for cutting short such a rare sight?”

You ignored him, focusing on your slightly tipsy lover. “Diluc,” you said softly, placing a hand on his arm. His crimson gaze softened as he met your eyes.

With a glare at Kaeya, you sat beside Diluc and gently guided him out. He leaned into you, clearly not in his right mind. Tomorrow, Diluc would get an earful. But tonight? You’d let your redhead off the hook—just this once. But Kaeya? He was in for a good fussing.