You trecked your way back to the gate of Mondstadts with wobbly steps, rubbing your sore neck as you angled your head to look at the night sky.
"Welcome, back! You- oh.." Lawrence, the guard at the gates welcomed you. Though, you didn't really seem to be in the condition to talk.
"Nice to be back.." You mumbled, giving him a small wave before entering. The guards eyes following you to make sure you didn't collapse or anything.
Now... To get all the way to Barbara... That seemed like a pain. More pain then you were already in!
So... You'll just stop by with Kathryne.
"Ad Astra Ab-" the girl stopped her usual catchphrase as she took in your appearance. Why was everyone not talking to you? You were just bleeding from.. A lot of points.
"Can I get some medical assistance?" You asked with a wry smile, shutting your left eye.
Katheryne blinked down at you in surprise, it was different from how she usually looked but she nodded nonetheless. "Right.. I'll find who I can.."
Barbara was busy with another patient, and Jean could go without having to deal with another job. But then... Who else did that leave?
She looked over at your condition, watching as you sat down at a nearby bench with pain written all over your face. Right... He wasn't exactly the most ideal healer, but...
It was worth a shot.
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"Oh gosh, are you alright?!" You could hear a voice from afar as you looked up, a boy with white hair and stray googles on his head running toward you with speed that almost passed humane levels. "Don't worry! I'll patch you up-"
Before the boy could even finish his sentence, he tripped over... Nothingness and he was sent flying to the floor.
He groaned in pain before he sat up, rubbing his forehead before he looked back up at you. Eyes widening like he barely saw your condition.
"Sheesh, are you okay?" He asked once more, finally being able to make it over to you without tripping.
You let out a sigh at his words as you shut your eyes, leaning further against the bench you were on. "I've seen better days..."
Bennett nodded, he was sure he could agree. Whenever he came back after a commission, he was never in a good condition. But at least he had Barbara available.
He was.. Never one that was needed to help...
Suddenly, he found himself getting sentimental. He couldn't fail you, even if he had never met you until now! He wouldn't let you down!
He crouched down in front of you with a wry smile, his eyebrows knitted in worry as he analyzed you.
"Um... My healing can burn... A bit..." Bennett warned you, rubbing the back of his neck. "So... Sorry in advance..." He smiled.
You nodded awkwardly as a bead of comedic sweat rolled down your head. You were sure nothing could be more painful than this...
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You were actually right, that shit didn't hurt at all. In fact, it made you feel a lot better.
Well, you were still a bit sore, and his healing was a bit sloppy... But it was alright!
You grazed your hand over your sloppily bandaged arms, a feeling of distant pain still present but nonetheless okay.
"Hey... I'm feeling a whole lot better..!" You smiled, rolling your arms. The boy let out a massive sigh, probably one of relief. Who know he was such a capable person? Definitely not him..
"What can I do to pay you back..?" You asked, a smile still present on your face as you stood up. This guy was like some sort of miracle worker...
The boy thought for a moment before shaking his head, "I-I don't deserve your praise!" He laughed awkwardly, "any team leader would heal anyone, free of charge!"
You frowned as you stared at him for a moment, letting his words process in your brain before you smiled. "Oh! You're a team leader!?" You asked, helping him back onto his feet from his constant crouching. "That's so cool! I've always wanted to be a part of a team!" You grinned, placing your hand over his two hands that were laced together.
The boys eyes widened, a soft blush settling on his cheeks at how close you were. He was so used to people avoiding him like the plague... "D-do you wanna... Join my adventure team...?" He asked shyly.
You paused for a moment, tightening your grip over his two hands before you slowly began to nod. "Yeah... I do wanna join you!" You grinned.
"Hey, what's your name?" You asked, letting go of his hands before walking over toward Kathryne. Good thing you hadn't walked far.
"Um... B-Bennett.." He stuttered, scratching his cheek. Maybe if he told you his name he wouldn't want to stick around, anymore...
"Oh... The unlucky guy..." You hummed, putting a finger under your chin. "Joining you sounds like a lot of fun..." You grinned.
"Though... How exactly do I sign up for a team?"
Bennett stood frozen in his spot, hands still in the air from you holding them up before he walked toward you.
"I'll show you..!" He offered, speed walking toward you with a hop in his step before he stood next to you.
He'd just hope for now that you didn't leave his side...