Ice that freezes the heart

While Diluc was working in the tavern, Barbara walked into the library and saw Lisa near the bookcases. The electric lady noticed her as she approached her.

- Hi, cutie. Do you need a book for your new choir recital? - said Minci taking one of the books, but Pegg nodded her head negatively. This clearly surprised the young woman, and immediately she remembered the sweetie, she became anxious.

- Thank you, but not today or in the next few days... Anyway, do you know about the "Ice shard"? - she asked excitedly, looking at the russet-haired woman, then the librarian looked around and quickly went through the shelves to find the book. After opening the right page, it's titled: "Ice that freezes the heart." It sounds like a short description, but it's true. It can really become a hook, to freezing the whole body, if not acted upon.

- Poor thing, he's totally neglected himself, and now this shrapnel is going to make us lose him. - Lisa said sadly, looking at the hydro girl. Barbara didn't like where she was going with this, but she knew it was possible.

- So you know he's in a dangerous position? - the pastor asked her, she stared earnestly at the catalyst.

- Unfortunately guessed it, I'm really sorry, but I'm afraid one guy won't be able to understand and forgive. It says: "After receiving the shard, one must consider the condition under which the heart becomes icy. A person who hides under a mask or a loved one will not say sincerely that he has forgiven him, then he will turn into an ice statue From this we understand that we can't delay, because the longer we drag it out, the more painful Kaeye will live and become less emotional himself. You don't know which is better. Honey, you can try to tell Diluc about it, if he can accept the fact. - Minci closed the book and handed it to Pegg. The girl thanked her and quickly rushed to the cathedral of Favonia. She did not find Ragnvindr there, and this made the pastor angry with the mister, so she immediately ran to the tavern "Angel's Share". Pausing for breath, the girl found him near the bar, who occasionally pours for guests. Alberich used to be a frequent visitor, but now he is not up to it. Although the guy loves wine, but in part, as it helps to drown out inner pain and dislike for himself. The taste is pleasant, but bitter when you realize that it's time to leave. You don't want to embarrass yourself again in front of someone you respect and cherish. That's what he might have thought if he hadn't fallen into the trap. This time the outcome could change, the girl stared at the guy unhappily, and the tycoon didn't understand her facial expression at all. "Why is she like this? Do I look too harsh? " the red-haired man thought at first, but then the thought occurred to him that he was about to be scolded.

- Master Diluc, so you're here. I asked you to look after Sir Kaeya. I know you don't like each other, but you must still be "brother" to him! - The girl spoke out loudly, almost shouting to him, Diluc realizing that she was right, but perhaps his mask is stronger than that of a cryo swordsman. Then she continued: - Okay, the point is, now I know about this shard. Look, you need to make peace... or he's gone. Do you really want him dead? - almost trembling voice asked the blond, the words that might have gotten through to him, but he also continued to stand his ground.

- What fairy tales you tell me. Barbara, don't try to renew my friendship with him in this way. It's all a waste of time. If you still want to keep him from turning to dust, go to him. - the man uttered in his calm manner, and Pegg, not knowing what to say, pouted and silently left the room, slamming the door. The guy breathed a sigh of relief. In fact, deep in his heart he wants to get back those days when they could talk about anything. Even the problems didn't bother because they seemed so petty compared to their friendship. Only Ragnvindr cannot dare to transcend his principles, which he himself created. It is the cage that holds his feelings and the real Diluс back. While he was sorting out his fault lists, the pastor entered the room where the cavalry captain was. She noticed that the knight was staring at one point. There is a picture going on in front of him:

It's a rainy day at the Dawn Winery. Kaeya lies on the wet ground and sees the executioner before her with beautiful red eyes. They are full of anger and hatred, finally asking: "Any last words?" The guy sighs and waits for the two-handed swing to cut off his head and for the last time to smile at him with a spark, saying: "Thank you for everything, Diluc ...". Barbatos did not save him, because this should be the ending.

Alberich's eye felt like it was filled with ice, because even after noticing her, he remained the same blank, glassy, and with that smile on his face. Barbara became afraid for him as she realized that he was going crazy.

- Sir Kaeya, can I bring you some tea? - asked casually, trying not to look at the guy. Hydro girl did not tell him about the disease, she decided that it was not time yet.

- Thank you, no need... Rest. - with each of his words, the emotionality of the cryo swordsman decreased, as Lisa said. Despite the fact that Barbara had little contact with Sir Kaeya, but from the story, Jean knows that he is a good person and you can rely on him. This girl doesn't like it when her friends, acquaintances get sick, especially if they are in danger of dying. She will be sad as soon as the lad is laid to rest. She tried not to think about it, lest the knight himself find out the reason for her excitement.

- Well, then let Barbatos himself give you a rest. - she wished him that, and went about her business. A little girl named Klee came running in next, waving her little arms, she jumped up on his bed and hugged Kaeya tightly. The guy felt warm and comfortable with this action, she was still a ray of light in his life. He lay down with her, it was the little girl who distracted him from his bad thoughts.

- Brother Kaeya, Jean told me that you are here, so I'm here! By the way, while you were gone, Diluc and I went to kill fish. He's such a grouch, but came with me! Just don't tell her about it... ...or they'll put Klee in that room again. - spoke about it Knight Sparkle, Alberich wanted to smile all over his face, but he couldn't, so he stroked her head.

- The sun, of course I will not tell. You know me, but she might find out about it herself. This is magister Jean. - said warning her. It turned out that Rosaria was looking at this picture and crouched next to them. The little girl was startled by her pale face, bounced and ran out of the room. The nun smiled at the situation, then looked at Kaeya with a touch of sadness in her light beige eyes.

- Yeah, we did a pretty good skit. - she said, just to start a conversation. The Crown of Grace understands that his condition is precarious right now. She didn't mean to alarm his, but the guy got up and sat down next to her.

- That's all fine, but I want to know... Rosaria, why did you come for me, then? - the cryo swordsman asked. After that, she stared at him seriously, somewhat angry that the Winterblade had such a question.

- Save, because I consider you not only a drinking buddy and a good friend. I don't want to hear you say that anymore, Kaeya. - the lady spoke calmly, but then she saw how at that moment Alberich wanted to cry at her words, but the burgundy-haired woman silently embraced him, thus interrupting his intentions. At some point, the eye melted, it shone with happiness and a smile appeared. The guy was glad that he had support like her. Even the cold nun was taken aback by his reaction, she became sincerely happy for the knight.

- I got it... Thank you very much, Rosaria. - said it quietly, he didn't want to let her go.

- You don't have to tell me that. Just don't be stupid, okay? - rhetorically asked Kaeya, she had to get out of bed and say goodbye to the guy. The girl left him with the intention of talking to an interesting person, Venti to be exact.