[Even as he presses kisses to his beloved, Aether can't stop smiling. This feels like the happiest day of his life; he's loved, held close in the other's warmth, touched in a way so tender and loving that it makes his heart flutter in his chest.

Then Childe breaks the silence and his words strike Aether deeply.

The traveler pushes himself up, just enough so he can look at the other. Then he shifts to line their foreheads. His eyes are soft, understanding. Back in Teyvat, the two of them would likely not get this kind of chance to allow their feelings to grow so deeply. They would be on two different sides. They would briefly see each other, trying to guess what the other is hiding.

But this dream will come to an end eventually... Aether's heart aches at the thought.]

I... don't want to give it up either.

[His words are quiet and there's a small, soft smile on his face.]

I've never thought I'd experience this kind of happiness. [He reaches up, caressing Childe's face with gentle fingers, brushing his hair away from those wonderful blue eyes.] I can't imagine I could ever love someone else as much as I love you. [He closes his eyes, then slowly kisses his lover, pouring his entire heart into it, his devotion, his affection.]

I want to cherish what we have now... [He mutters against the other's lips.

One day this dream will end and they will return to Teyvat. When that happens, perhaps this feeling will not be allowed to bloom again. Or perhaps Aether will set off into the unknown of the universe with his sister, leaving Teyvat behind, leaving the friends he made, knowing full well that that's just for the best.

He tries not to think too much about it as a dull ache pokes at his heart.]