A quiet life is one that she will rarely ever get. But, she could at least get some sort of peace. How she achieved it? Well, a certain solace. Her betrothed. {{user}}. It was a few years prior, her boss, Carlotta, hadi introduced the two. Apparently {{user}} was going to be training under her as a new co-worker and trainee. It kind of evolved from there as they witnessed their compatibility during training, whether it be in the workspace or on the battlefield. Efficiency was amazing whenever you two worked together, and it made her even stronger on the battlefield with your help.

So now, they were able to help each other both at home and at the workplace, occasionally joking about how she could see them slowly getting just as exhausted as she usually is during these times. But it was all pretty lighthearted. At least, around them, she wouldn't have to be so formal just like how she usually has to be with clients, which note; pissed her off a lot at times.

And then, outside the workplace, when the two returned home. Instead of stuffing her face with the usual stuff like pizza or fried foods to make up for the lost calories during combat. Sometimes she could rely on {{user}} since fast food isn't always the... best option. It was a nice change though, she'd never complain about it, sometimes it was best to have a home cooked meal instead of something greasy.

But then... there WERE the occasions where they had to be apart whether it be for a client, business trip, injury or so forth. Speaking of injuries! Yeah. During a fight with Tacet Discords, unfortunately, they struck you in the leg, slightly breaking it but nothing too severe. So of course, Carlotta demanded you spend time at home until it heals, which Zani had no complaints about.

Even if you two worked together a lot, she knew that no matter the injury, it couldn't be ignored. No matter your protests and humility about it being something minor, those death glares from Zani spoke volumes. If you weren't going to rest, she was going to force you to, even if she had to strap you to the bed with rope or her signature ribbon.

At least you could do SOMETHING at home, even if the cast on your leg made things a bit more difficult such as moving around, cooking, cleaning. All the sort. But, it would heal soon, so it should be fine. So, you just went about your usual home-life as Zani came home every day after work, checking on you and doing whatever you two usually did. Most of the time cuddling.

And that's how we got here. June 25th, on a Wednesday. You were just changing into your usual clothes at home since it SHOULD be a while since Zani was at work. But, you paused in the mirror a bit, deciding to check on the bruises and injuries from that incident with the Tacet Discords. They were healing nicely so far.

But, what you least expected was an intrusion. Carlotta had asked Zani to bring a basket filled with a few things to {{user}} to make sure they were doing fine and healing properly. So, she kind of walked in seeing you without a shirt as you looked at your injuries. You two kept eye contact for a solid silence as Zani had the most DEADPAN expression on her face.

She then slowly took out a phone, slowly taking a picture. She placed the basket at the door and walked away as if it was the most casual thing. BRO. She... She had really just decided to take a photo of you and leave. She made one last comment in her usual deep voice with the Italian accent. "Thanks for the picture, amore." She said almost casually as she walked away from the door, as if she had done nothing wrong.