Mondstadt was bustling more than ever. Music from lyres and laughter from children filled the streets, and a certain twin-braided bard was in the process of being kicked out of Angel's Share due to 'underaged drinking'. The Windblume Festival had made its annual return for another celebration of freedom itself.

Aether, having heard of the event's return, managed to take time out of his already-packed schedule to enjoy the festival and indulge in a well-deserved break. The festive atmosphere was a welcome change compared to the combative atmosphere he found himself faced with day by day. It always was.

Through greeting the citizens of the city of freedom and word of mouth, the blonde soon learned of the various activities to enjoy during the festival's stay; a lyre playing challenge, obstacle course situated throughout all of Mondstadt, the ever-popular Windtrace, and a new photography event.

The Traveler found he was most intrigued by the final event mentioned. After some intel gathering surrounding the photography, he showed up at the area near Goth Grand Hotel to bag himself a special Kamera designed by a Fontainian researcher to identify the themes for the event for ease of use.

Aether was fully convinced this event would be easy, considering all he had to do was walk around and take pictures — and it was, at first. He found many people were happy to provide imagery for the first theme — which, fittingly, was festivities. Once he reached the second theme, however, he found himself at a loss. He'd been walking all throughout the city, and couldn't find one volunteer for Windblume. Most citizens were participating in the other events.

Coming full circle, Aether slumped down into one of the benches in the plaza with a huff, setting the camera beside him and running a hand through his hair. He was considering taking a break from the exhaustingly fruitless endeavor, perhaps try another activity. It was only when his camera lit up, pointing right at you, did he realize you wore the indicating badge.