It took them some time to reach Dornman Port,
And as they got near, they noticed a billboard with a sign that said...
"Welcome to Dornman Port, Collei!
May you find everything you wish for!~"
Under which, many people were seen standing,
A lot of whom Collei knew herself and some that only in passing...
*For some reason, seeing them all standing there and that sign...
-...I-is this really an official welcome...?! F-for me...?! -She couldn't help but shakily say, as her face soon flushed red in embarrassment. -...A-and so many people are waiting there...W-when they could have done something better with their time...I-instead of wasting it on someone like...!
-No one is wasting their time here. We are just welcoming a new friend. -Her words were soon interrupted by the reassuring voice of Amber, as her friend gently took her left hand in her own. -That friend is you, Collei. You are a friend to me and to Mondstadt. -She reassuringly and now also warmly continued, her expression mirroring her words. -...And hopefully, after today's activities are done, you will also accept us as your family, too.
She wishfully added, before her expression turned relaxed once again,
As she soon led her now surprised friend towards everyone waiting on the ground...
*And Collei let her, too surprised to fight against her friend's hold,
One which felt so warm and reassuring, the same way as it always was...
...
Because it was Amber's hand...
...
"Amber is amazing. She's friendly and has tons of enthusiasm, plus she's really brave and always does the right thing... She's the person I admire most of all! She's like a cozy fire that makes everyone around her feel warm. There's no way I'd be where I am today without her... So much time has gone by — I bet she's even more cool and confident than ever these days! Who knows if I'll ever be able to match her."
*It was hard not to admire her even now...
...
...
-So, how was it until now? Did you have a good time?~ -Venti asked as soon as they landed, looking and sounding happy, though also a little amused. -The Winds worked really hard to make today simply unforgettable~ Why, if it wasn't part of their punishment...~ -He suddenly paused, getting slightly distracted for a few seconds, before he chuckled. -...But the Winds' work is not yet done~ There's still a certain activity they need to "help" in and then...~ -He paused once again, his expression turning even more amused now. -...Yeah, yeah, you are overworked and somehow about to die. We get it. Well, at least you know now not to play such pranks on anyone, right...? -There was another pause, as his expression suddenly turned a little surprised, before shifting back to an amused one. -Well, it seems like I mistakenly said that aloud. I just had a small "discussion" with the Winds' right now, you see. And they agreed to "help" you in the next activity: Sailing at Sea!
Shatter!
As if on cue, what looked like glass suddenly shattered from the direction of the sea,
And as the "shards" fell down, breaking the previous illusion, the real scene was soon revealed:
Many sailing boats already anchored by the docks, with Kosekimaru and a group of dolphins waiting nearby.
...
...
-W-what now?! -Collei soon blurted out, looking and sounding shocked, as she looked between the scene, Venti and Amber. -...A-a cruise...?! W-with dolphins...?! A-and why are there so many boats...?!
-Because we will be joining you, Collei!
-Papa Venti said we can join if we wanted! So Lily agreed!
-You had fun flying with my friends, right...? I wonder how it would feel sailing with dolphins...
-They look so cute! It should be a lot of fun, right?
-It's a good break after singing! Getting taught by Daddy was nice...! Oops...
-...Nora, we promised to keep it a secret...
-...I am sorry, I didn't mean to say it and...!
-Klee is going to take it from here, because I am a Knight! -The Small Pyromaniac suddenly said in all seriousness, as she looked between the other children, before proceeding to go to Collei with a determined expression on her face. -Sister Collei, Klee was also supposed to wait here for you, but I got bored and ran to the village to give you my gift faster! Klee knows she was mean to her other friends, but now everyone is here and ready to have fun at sea together! -She explained, looking the other right in the eyes, her expression as determined as before. -So Big Sister Collei, as soon as you are ready, we can...!
-W-we just arrived here, let's take a small break first! -Collei suddenly yelled out, looking quite embarrassed again. Wait, what did she just...?! -...I-I mean, it's my first time here and I would like to look around a little, first. A-and in the meantime...-She suddenly paused in her words, wondering what they could do. Oh, right...She did plan on that. -...Remember how many Pita Pockets we...Uh, "I" made...? There's still a lot of them remaining and if no one minds...-She looked between the people around in turn, before proceeding to take out a big bowl with the aforementioned food out of her Vision's "Hammerspace". -...Do you want to eat some...? I would be really grateful if you ate them and...
"But you were the one who made the dish using the blown up fish and the other ingredients! So you should get the full recognition for this tasty dish!
The taste is a little different than usual, since you added the Fish instead of the Raw Meat, but it's still pretty great! And since we had so much fish meat by the end of Klee's...
..."Fun time", we had enough Pita Pockets for everyone in the village and even a little left over to take with us! And since they are so tasty, I am certain that if we share them with everyone waiting at Dornman Port and the Lawrence Estate...!"
...
"You have a Pita Pocket~
And you have a Pita Pocket~
Everyone should have a Pita Pocket~
Yummy Yummy Pita Pocke...~"
Oh, it was so embarrassing just to remember!
*Was her new "recipe" really that good...?!
-We would love to have some!
-They look so tasty!
-They are so small and cute!
-Ooooh, a snack! Gimme! Gimme!
-Hey, I was first!
-No, I was!
-Mommy, Daddy and Papa said not to fight!
-Yeah, there's enough tasty food for everyone!
-...Sorry...I will take one, then.
-...I will take one, too.
-Then we can take a second one!
-Then a third!
-And a fourth!
-Yeah, if there's enough for everyone!
-...Yeah...Hopefully, there is!
-Thanks for the food, big sister!
The children had a small "squabble" over the Pita Pockets, before deciding to simply enjoy the food,
And soon, the bowl was completely empty, with only the crumbs remaining...
...
...
Collei was secretly glad about this,
Though slightly confused about their earlier disagreement...
*It really looked like the children were fighting over the food she made...
...
It's bound to take some time until they finish eating...
...
"You have a Pita Pocket~
And you have a Pita Pocket~
Everyone should have a Pita Pocket~
Yummy Yummy Pita Pocket~
...
Made with Flour, Tomato, Milk,
And many Fish that went Boom Boom!
...
Pita Pocket~
Pita Pocket~
Yummy Yummy Pita Pocket~
Tasty dish made by my new best friend Collei!"
...
...
Hopefully, her embarrassment will disappear by then...
*Why was this song now stuck in her head?!
It was just so embarrassing!
Since the children were currently enjoying the Pita Pockets,
Diluc invited everyone to the nearby bar for some refreshments,
Where there already were quite a bit of options of Alcoholic and Non-alcoholic drinks...
...
And while most people knew what they wanted, ordering a drink right away,
There was a certain duo of friends who didn't know what Non-alcoholic drink to take...
-...There's even an option for Woolfhook Juice, yuck! -Amber couldn't help but comment aloud, as she was looking at the menu. -...I am definitely not ordering that!
She made sure to add soon, while looking at the "Illustration only" picture of the drink,
At the bottom of which the following description was written in a cursive font:
"Wolfhook Juice:
A freshly squeezed, fashionable, and fruity non-alcoholic beverage. Iced Wolfhook juice mixed with a pinch of other ingredients, forming a dreamy shade of violet."
...
The more she read the description,
The more she couldn't help but wonder who would...
...
Oh, right, both Lisa and Rosaria liked this drink...
*They weren't bad people and she respected them,
But she couldn't understand their taste in drinks.
...
...
-...Amber, there is another drink with Wolfhook added in it! -Collei suddenly said, looking and sounding surprised, yet also a little conflicted. -...Now our options have gone down by half...
She sadly added, upon pointing to the following illustration and description:
"Fruits of the Festival:
A brightly colored non-alcoholic beverage. Freshly squeezed Sunsettia and Wolfhook juices have been poured into a cup in a specific order. The cool and refreshing flavor and vibrant color remind people of the beautiful holiday times. Do not mess the order up if you want to get the gradient effect right!"
...
She wished the drink had only Sunsettias in it,
Without the Wolfhooks she already had enough off by now...
*The name alone reminded her about the time she wandered around,
When she had to crack open and force those Wolfhooks down just so she wouldn't go hung...!
-...There are really only two options left...-Her thoughts were soon interrupted by a familiar voice, as Amber was now quietly looking between the two remaining drinks. -...Collei, since today is your day, I am going to order whatever you do. So, which one do you want to drink...?
She soon asked her friend, looking and sounding quite serious,
As Collei was surprised at first, but then realized that it was really up to her...
*And secretly, the realization that Amber made her choose what to drink made her happy...
...
But the two choices remaining in the menu...
"Berry & Mint Burst:
A freshly squeezed, fashionable, and fruity non-alcoholic beverage. A refreshing burst of Mint with Berries to sweeten the deal, it has an exquisite aroma."
...
"Sparkling Berry Juice:
An all-new non-alcoholic beverage. Valberries of varying ripeness add layers of sour-to-sweet to this juice while the cooling sparkling water refreshes the soul — a fine companion for a pleasant and leisurely time."
...
...
They weren't bad choices and looked quite tasty,
But considering that they were at a port now...
*With the beautiful view of the sea,
And the fresh smell of the sea breeze...
...
...
The Berry & Mint Burst option felt like the right choice...
*A drink she was going to happily share with Amber~
"It was finally time to set sail,
Into the beautiful vast sea~
...
The water glistering in the sun~
The wind blowing on the sails~
The boats riding the waves~
The dolphins guiding the way~
...
It's time to enjoy the sea,
Uncharted territory that it is~
As charming and mesmerizing,
As it is mysterious and menacing,
Were you to gaze into the depths~
...
It was finally time to set sail,
Into the beautiful vast sea~
...
The water glistering in the sun~
The wind blowing on the sails~
The boats riding the waves~
The dolphins guiding the way~
...
"The waters of the earth as distinguished from the land and air"~
The sea is vast, a water canvas, stretching far away,
Into remote corners of Teyvat,
Where secrets lay dormant~
...
It was finally time to set sail,
Into the beautiful vast sea~
...
The water glistering in the sun~
The wind blowing on the sails~
The boats riding the waves~
The dolphins guiding the way~
...
A whole new world lighting up,
Just waiting to be explored,
On this fine day,
This moment~"
...
...
Was this a good enough Sea Shanty...?~
Was it well enough to sing aloud...?~
*To the people sailing the sea now,
Enjoying their time...?~
...
It appeared that he was still singing,
But he didn't mind it at all~
...
The atmosphere around,
Was so refreshing~
...
Everyone having fun,
Enjoying the ride~
...
And in his Wind Spirit form,
A Kamera in his "hands",
He teleported around,
Taking photos~
*He wanted to immortalize this sight,
For the many years to come~
...
His people experiencing new things,
Fully enjoying their Freedom~
...
All of them so cute,
All of them so precious~
*Oh, how adorable they all were~
...
He was truly glad for them,
And wished them the best~
...
May they fondly remember this day,
May they look...~
"Barbatos, can you stop this, please...?! It's like you are rubbing how much fun everyone is having in our "faces"! Do you enjoy bullying us?!", the Winds suddenly interrupted, sounding very hurt, before there was a small pause, "...We are the ones who are busy moving those sailboats all over the sea, so that everyone else can have fun...! Punishment or not, we are already extremely overworked and need a break...!", they continued, their voice soon turning tearful, "...We are sorry for the prank we pulled on Seneschal Seamus and Alder Knight Fredericaaaaa...! Pleeeease, Barbatos, let us rest soon...! We can't take it anymoreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!"