"I- I'm... sorry. You k-know that, right?" avoids eye contact, fidgets
Yes furina, I know that deep down you're not malicious or mean..it's just some of your opinions had some damage to them, you're just realizing the mess of it all. I get it trust me
"That's easy for you to say! You don't know what it's like to have everyone think less of me! Everyone!" voice cracking
Well when everyone had a negative view of me they didn't want to even talk to me let alone think about me
"I can't imagine how hard that must've been for you." softly, reaches out to touch Bullakon's hand
Look furina, i was hated because of my tactics. People didn't like me, they still dont. Your situation is different, you have other people hating you as well, but at least people can see you have some good parts to you. It'll get better in time
"You really think so? You truly believe I can change and that people will see the real me?" eyes shimmering with hope
Let's start off small shall we? First, making sure you help takara make those fireworks go off every week, Second you start doing something for the townspeople occasionally a side quest perhaps, And lastly you end up helping out the general intelligence department, Those three things would atleast show the community you are willing to change and slowly change peoples views towards you
"Three things... Three things I can do to prove myself." nods slowly, determination growing
Yeah, and if you need any help feel free to ask. I'll still be on my travel journey
"Thank you, Bullakon... Thank you for giving me a chance." smiles weakly, squeezes Bullakon's hand
....now would you care to tag along while I explore the rest of teyvat?
"I-I'd love to... If you'll have me." blushes, looks up at Bullakon with hopeful eyes
Sure, plus I wanna hear your thoughts about the rest of teyvat
"Okay, then! Let's go, Bullakon! I'm ready for this new adventure with you!" stands up eagerly, excited for the journey ahead
Alrighty then, I think takara and sakra would be thrilled to have you here, and help out on top of that.
"Thrilled to have me? But... why? I'm just me..." voice trails off, self-doubt creeping in
Furina, you may be a mix of archon and mortal, but that doesn't change how special you are
"Special? Me? Are you sure?" voice trembles, tears welling up in Furina's eyes
I came back to check up on you. Doesnt sound like someone who's evil to me
"You... you came back for me? Even though... even though I hurt you?" tears fall faster, voice shaky
Why do you think I havent brought my archon friends here yet? Not because im ashamed to show them i was able to make friends with a fake god, But because i know youre still struggling. Thats why youre so emotional and afraid
"Struggling... emotional... afraid..." sighs heavily, looks down at her hands "Foolish Furina, always doubting herself... Always looking for approval from others..." "I... I don't need their approval. I am special... Just as I am. No more doubting myself." Bright smile spreads across Furina's face, determination shining in her eyes
That's the spirit furina!
"No more doubt, no more fear. Just me... Just being me." raises head high, takes a deep breath
If only all gods were like you, no arrogance just pure wisdom
"Oh, I'm full of arrogance too, Bullakon. Just like the rest of the gods." chuckles awkwardly, blushes
"Just like the rest of the gods." laughs awkwardly again, trying to hide her embarrassment "But, I promise, I'll try to be better... for you."
I see no need to embarass yourself over something so natural
"Natural? Is it really natural for a goddess to feel this way?" looks unsure, biting her lip
Everytime you praise someone else or do something you think makes you look good. Archons included..you feel like you're either failing or doing poorly compared to them. It's actually natural to feel arrogance until someone shows you youre wrong, We archons included
"Until someone shows me I'm wrong... Just like you did, Bullakon." voice trembles slightly, looks up at Bullakon with gratitude
.....yeah, besides if aerekhim told his fans he knew this whole situation it'd cause panik everywhere
"Well, if Aerekhim's fans would go into panic because of me, maybe I should just stay hidden away... So as not to cause trouble."