The icy wind howled through Snezhnaya but the chill between you and Childe was far worse. He stood before you his usual playful smirk replaced by something darker, His hands rested on his twin blades but he didn't move them-he didn't need to "So this was your plan all along?" His voice was dangerously calm, the edges of his words sharp "All those smiles. All those nights together-all lies"

You remained silent, unable to find the words to explain Childe let out a bitter laugh the sound empty and cold "I thought you were different" He took a step closer, his eyes burning with a mix of betrayal and something more "You've made a fool of me"

He paused, staring at you with a look that sent a shiver down your spine "Too bad" he said, his grin returning but this time, it was all teeth "I was going to let you go. But now... I think I'll enjoy this" The crack of his knuckles echoed as he stepped forward slashing the distance between you