[The guards can continue to try, for all the difference it will make. Zhongli's will is strong, and his determination even stronger. His shield will not falter, not until he reaches Childe.
When he finally reaches the doors, he notes the guards have stopped their assault only distantly. The sight of Childe is what pulls most of his attention, and Zhongli doesn't hesitate to stride into the Golden House, taking in the scene before him, relief trickling into his chest that Childe is there.
He recognized the Exuvia, of course. Is this when....?]
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When he finally reaches the doors, he notes the guards have stopped their assault only distantly. The sight of Childe is what pulls most of his attention, and Zhongli doesn't hesitate to stride into the Golden House, taking in the scene before him, relief trickling into his chest that Childe is there.
He recognized the Exuvia, of course. Is this when....?]
Childe...?