"I have to go back in Snezhnaya soon." Pantalone sadly says as he held Y/N's hand while sitting at one of the tables in Wangshu Inn.

Y/N sighed at sadness mentally, knowing her time with her old friend will finish soon.

"So I was wondering..." He trailed of looking at Y/N at the eyes that he fell in loved with.

His eyes shining in hope, "Will you go back to Snezhnaya with me?"

The girl's eyes widen at the sudden offer, go back... Home?

She felt her heart flutter at the thought of going back home. But what about Liyue? Her hardwork, Yelan, the Qixing, Mr. Zhongli?

"You can talk and think about it don't worry! I'm not going to rush you or anything." Pantalone assured her.

He knew it is going to me really hard for her to just suddenly move out of Liyue which has been her home for months. But if he really wants to prove to her that he loves her, inviting her to Snezhnaya will be easier for him.

He is still the Harbinger by the end of the day, he still has work. Yet this time, he wants to spend time with Y/N and give her proper attention.

Just thinking about the past makes his chest tighten in guilt.

After thinking more Y/N gave him a small smile, "I'm willing to go back to Snezhnaya, but I still want to work here as Yelan's assistant."

Pantalone gave her a sad smile.

'I knew it, she will still choose this place over Snezhnaya-'

"But... I can do my final work here." She smiled brightly at him.

"W-What do you mean, darling?"

She smiled and stood up, he soon copied her actions and pulled her closer to him by holding both of her hands.

Giving his hand a squeeze she said, "The Qixing extended our work when it comes to the Chasm for another week. Go back to Snezhnaya, wait for 2 weeks, and I'm surely back home in winter land."

Pantalone's eyes widen at her idea, she is still willing to go home after all.

"But 2 weeks? Can't you make it one?" The Harbinger pouted.

Who knew a very scary, strict, good-looking Harbinger can pout. Mostly in front of his snowflake.

The girl laughed at his expression, placing her hands on his cheek she reassured him. "I promise. Just for two weeks, then I will allow you to court me more properly. Okay?"

The two both stared at each other's faces for awhile before the midnight black haired man pulled her hands away from his face before giving both of her palms a soft kiss.

Kissing her right palm, he left it near his lips and mumbled softly closing his eyes.

"Okay, and this time I promise. I wilk be a better man for you, my dear snowflake."

Staring at her eyes with love.

At the port of Liyue, there stood all Y/N's friends and allies.

Ganyu and Keqing step up first and gave her a tight hug.

"We will miss you, Y/N! Please visit when you have the time, but letters are of course fine!" Keqing said as she pulled away with a hint of blush on her cheeks of embarrassment.

Y/N laughed and nodded at her, "I promise."

"Here Y/N, take this photo. Please don't forget us." Ganyu's soft voiced said, giving her a photo of the trio that was taken by the Kamera.

Next one to bid their farewell is her 2 bosses, Yelan and the Qixing Ningguang.

"It was really fun working with you. Thank you for protecting Liyue, and being loyal to us." Ningguang sadly stated, placing her hand on her shoulder.

"If you ever need something, I'm a letter away." The Qixing winked at her, Y/N laughed before giving her a hug.

"Thank you for Accepting even though I'm from Snezhnaya. And for giving me a home here."

Ningguang nodded and pulled away. Y/N faced Yelan and gave her a hand shake.

"Let's solve more cases in the future when you have the time. And besides, you still haven't won against me on a spar. When you come back, win this time." Yelan challenged at he girl.

She gave Yelan a nodded and a quick hug. Before she watches everyone leave the port as she board the boat.

"Ehem."

Behind her who is standing in the port was Zhongli and the Adeptus Xiao.

"Zhongli, Xiao." She greeted stepping off the boat.

"I heard that you are going back to Snezhnaya. Be sure to stay safe mortal." Xiao grunted, crossing his arms.

The girl smiled and gave him a big smile. "I will." Before she watches Xiao teleporting away.

She then faced Zhongli.

"Not going to lie, I'm gonna miss you." She admitted as she stared at him sadly.

"Me too, but I want you to follow your heart. As much as you are my sister, you are first my friend. I will support you in every way as possible. I won't forget you, for you will shine like gold on my memories."

Zhongli stated.

The girl couldn't help but pull him for a hug.

They stayed like that for a few moments before the captain of the boat said they were leaving.

Pulling away Y/N rushed towards the boat.

She leaned against the railing and smiled at Zhongli.

"I'll see you again!" She called out as she watches Zhongli and Liyue started to go farther.

The man gave her one final nod, and continued watching her until she wasn't recognizable anymore from the distance.

Pantalone stood impatiently at the port of their Region. Waiting for his snowflake.

It was a cold afternoon but it doesn't bother him.

And what matters the most is his girl.

And soon a new boat arrives at the port.

The man stood up from his sit, with a couple of Fatui Members following him as they walked towards the wooden platform.

He ordered the two fatuis to stay put.

Soon, she watches a familiar dark blue hair with white highlights walk down the small bridge connecting the boat and the platform.

His eyes connected with bright blue ones.

Without hesitation, the girl ran into his arms and gave him a big hug which hr gladly give back.

"You are never leaving my side again for 2 weeks ever again. You minimum is only 3 days." He muttered jokingly as he continued to hug her.

'Warm... I miss this...'

She laughed and tightens her arms around him.

"I'm home."