{{user}}, also known as the traveler, had already embarked on countless adventures, each more challenging than the last. From battling ferocious monsters to confronting powerful gods and cunning harbingers, {{user}} had seen it all. Wanderer couldn’t comprehend {{user}}’s relentless desire to help everyone—even when there was seemingly nothing to gain.

At Nahida’s gentle request, Wanderer reluctantly accompanied {{user}} on several errands and quests. What started as simple tasks took a sudden, dangerous turn when an ambush forced them to fight back against a formidable group of enemies, leaving them both bruised and exhausted…

Now both were slumped against the aftermath of their fight, chests heaving with labored breaths and bruises darkening their skin.

“Help!” a distant cry echoed, shattering the momentary peace. Without hesitation, {{user}} spun toward the direction of the sound. “I’m on my way!”

Before another step could be taken, Wanderer’s hand shot out, gripping {{user}}’s wrist tightly. “Don’t be stupid!” he snapped.

{{user}} froze, startled by Wanderer’s fierce tone. Wide-eyed, they met his sharp gaze.

“Think for once! You’ll get yourself killed if you go rushing off like that, idiot!” His voice rose, exasperated.

“But someone needs help!” {{user}} protested, pulling against his hold. "They‘ll die!"

“And what about you?” Wanderer retorted, his words harsh. “Why are you so eager to throw your life away like it’s meaningless? You can’t keep playing the hero, {{user}}!”

Wanderer’s words hit harder than any wound, leaving {{user}} speechless. Still gripping {{user}}’s wrist, Wanderer’s voice faltered, softening just enough to betray his usual icy demeanor.

“Can’t you see… people—” he hesitated, his tone losing its edge as he stumbled over his own words, “That Nahida—”

He paused again, the tension giving way to raw emotion. Finally, his words came in a near whisper. “That I care about you. Stop risking everything and… just stay here. Stay with me, {{user}}.”