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#and Aether's got this soft look because Xiao looks so so happy
aetheternity · 1 year
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I need Cyno/Xiao friendship rn.
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taintedtort · 1 year
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hey hey hey~y guess who again?you made it perfectly clear with how happy you are and it makes me even happier that you reacted that way!ehe~e.
i promise i will wait for every one of your works, but i suddenly got an idea while reading one of your works!one about sleeping headcanons.and the idea is, maybe you will be interested to write how reader and characters do each others hairs?like, reader making a character some sort of hairstyle/adding accesory to them and character does so in return.hope my description makes any sense.and as for characters, with Aether, Albedo, Ayaka and Shenhe???
and if its hard to write this request for you, then dont worry!but can you imagine how nice it would be to braid Aether's hairs???and Ayaka being separeted from worlds simplest pleasures certainly deserves little "girl time".no???also i wish you goodest of lucks!
- 🦊 anon
prompt ✧ doing their hair
characters ✧ aether, shenhe, ayaka, xiao, kazuha, wanderer
warnings ✧ gn!reader, none!
a/n ✧ hello again! i added a few more characters if that’s alr? (i also saw your sweet words in my inbox, thank you) ALSO ALSO i’m writing a part 2 for them doing your hair so if you wanna look for that it’ll be up a few days after this
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AETHER
✧ he loves letting you do his hair. honestly his arms get tired after a while because it’s so long, but when you do it he just gets to sit back and relax. he wont ask you to do it first, but if you insist you want to he‘ll let you. doesn’t mind going out of his usual hairstyle either, he just lets you play around with it. do whatever you want: high ponytail, claw clip, flowers, colorful clips, etc.
"you want to do my hair? sure, why not."
SHENHE
✧ her hair is very long and sometimes she doesn’t feel like managing it, so that’s where you come in. you gladly offer to brush out and rebraid her hair. she wouldn’t stray far from her original hairstyle, but she may let you do something different with it— no guarantee she‘ll wear it out though. not a fan of clips, her hair is too thick for them anyway. she does very much enjoy your fingers running across her scalp though.
"you’ll brush my hair for me? if you insist."
AYAKA
✧ she thought she wouldn’t like it at first because ayato used to do her hair when they were younger, but she soon figured out that was because he wasn’t gentle. your fingers carefully swept through her hair while pulling it up in her usual ponytail. she ended up closing her eyes without even realizing. when you finished you could tell she was disappointed, so you just continued to play with it. she sat there feeling like she was in heaven. you end up having to do her hair at least once a week.
"would you mind playing with my hair again? please."
XIAO
✧ was reluctant at first. his hair is short so he doesn’t bother doing anything with it and he doesn’t understand why you would want to play with it. you’d have to explain that you think his hair is super soft and that’d it’d be relaxing for him before he agrees. once he feels your nails run across his scalp he’s down. instantly melts against you and might doze off. that gives you the chance to put cute clips in his hair that he’d normally never let you do.
"you think it’s soft? really?"
KAZUHA
✧ he was happy you asked! he had no problem with you putting his hair in braids or adding colorful accessories, he was just glad you were having fun. he wouldn’t get embarrassed when you’d finish one hairstyle before pulling back and snickering a little before starting another. he liked that he was able to make you laugh, even if it was because he looked silly. he’d sit and talk to you, or listen to you talk, and it would overall just be a cute activity.
"having fun?"
WANDERER
✧ you’d have to time your approach right in order for him to let you anywhere near his hair. honestly it was better to not even ask, just run your fingers through his hair after he gets home and flops next to you with a huge, tired sigh. because he’s so tired, the sensation feels heavenly and he’d let himself indulge. if you started tugging at it like you were putting it in a ponytail, he’d pull your hand off, so you have to resist your urges. but i think if you beg enough while he’s in a good mood, he‘ll let you do something with it.
"fine! do as you please. archons, you’re so needy."
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So may i ask If you could maybe do some comfort fluff with Aether , Xiao and maybe Venti ?<3333 like uh the reader is not really doing so well and just ran to them crying- how would they react and how would they comfort them? (So sorry if it's weird aaaa)
YESS of course! nooo it's not weird it's cute!😎 I hope you are doing okay!!
And THANK YOU for a request !!
btw sorry if it's short :(
word count: 1,368
Characters: Aether, Xiao and Venti
T/w: None just fluff &lt;3
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Aether
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Aether was taking a little rest under a tree when he started to hear small and soft sounds of sobs, he looked over at Paimon who also looked confused.
As the sobs and sniffling got a bit louder he decided to follow it seeing as he started to feel that it sounded familiar. The closer he got the clearer it became and once he turned the corner he saw your figure sitting under a tree near a pond huddled up leaning against the tree and with your knees to your stomach and your arms wrapped around them.
You hanged your head down low crying, Aether was token aback but also super worried, he went to you and was about to tap your shoulder before you looked up at him with teary eyes, he saw how hurt you were and it crushed his heart to see you like this and all he wanted to do was make you smile.
You looked up at him before pushing yourself up and jumping on him making the both of you fall down, once hitting the ground you hugged him tight crying into his chest he hugged back with one hand on your back tapping it gently in a soothing manner while the other one is on the back of your head
"it's okay.......let it all out..."
He said softly, then asked some questions but if you didn't answer he didn't push you to at all, he did fall silent to let you calm down with the sounds of the forest as he started stroking the back of your head gently.
He closes his eyes and slowly gets up and holds you up in his arms, you still being in the same position.
he walks back to both of your guys home and walks you to you shared room before softly placing you on the bed, as he took a seat next to the bed (you had fallen asleep on the walk to the house)
he smiled at your sleeping form as he let out a sigh, not because he was tired of you but from seeing you cry just worried him, he didn't know what happened and did want to know but also he didn't want to push you into saying what made you so sad.
you slowly opened your eyes to find your Aether sitting with a small smile. You slowly got up remembering what had made you cry and began to tear up. He saw that and quickly went by your side and put his arm around you, you leaned your head on him. A tear fell from one of your eyes before the other one fell.
".....it's okay....i'm here..come here let's go make something to eat together to try and clear your mind?...."
he asked as he wiped your tears away and gave you a small kiss on your head before getting up with you.
You guys ended up making your favorite desserts (Yum) he tried his best to make you happy while cooking, he would put some of the flower on your nose or whipping cream and you'd try to do the same as he was running away so you wouldn't get him but he would stop sometimes so you could get him though.
At the end he decided not to ask what had gotten you so sad in fear that you would get mad or become even more sad, he would just wait for you first if you feel like telling him then he'd be all ears and do his best to comfort you.
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Xiao
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Xiao heard a very familiar sound. It was your voice but more sobs as he heard you call his name, quickly he appeared in front of you.
He saw you crying with your hands on your face trying to wipe the tears away but they just kept falling.
Xiao wasn't all too familiar with the mortal feelings and how to comfort them but he tried.
He went up to you as you kept calling his name threw your sobs not realizing that he was already there, he slowly pulled one of his arms out to you and brought you into a hug, (like Aethers he had one on your back and the other on the back of your head)
he stood there holding you as you cried into his chest and you also holding on to him, he then slowly picked you up and walked you to the balcony as the sun was setting, you looked up at him and he spoke to you quietly
"I'm...not the best with this stuff......but I know that...you are stronger than this feeling you have..."
He said quietly not really knowing if it'll help or not. You look out at the sunset and feel a slight breeze blowing away your sorrow to somewhere far far away.
a smile appeared on your face as you watch the sun go down and a couple of birds fly by, Xiao was relieved that you were now smiling again and it made him happy to see you smile even though you may have gone threw something terrible-(possibly) you were still able to put a smile on your face.
He was proud to see that you overcame that emotion and proved that you are strong. Yes crying is good but you didn't let it bring you down.
After that day on he made sure to always be by your side no matter what and make you smile and laugh, even though there might be days where he might have to be far from you he'd make sure to keep an eye on you and hear for his name to be called again by you at anytime and he'll be there.
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Veni
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Venti was at the tavern drinking away and probably getting you and him more into debt, it was late at night and out of nowhere the doors to the tavern were flung open to reveal you crying.
You ran over to Venti and jumped onto him crying "Huh...Windblume?..what's wrong?.." (Hiccup) he held you in his arms and saw that you were crying. Instantly he picked you up with ease seeing as you were getting weird looks from people around you both, he gave them a glare that made them all look away (Scary glare 😎) .
He took you out of the tavern with you in his arms then he started flying up and to the windrise tree, Setting you down under the tree and taking a seat next to you as he wrapped his arm around you and pushed you a bit closer that you leaned your head near his neck and cried softly as he tried to soothe you with gentle wind with the smell of your favorite flowers.
He started to sing to you quietly (one of your fav/childhood song?) you started to calm down and fell asleep on him he smiled but also felt sad that you were feeling under the weather today,
he wondered what was going on and if he could do anything to help because he loves to see you happy and make sure you are having a good time and if something is bothering you he'd make sure to fix it-(if it's the weather or the wind then he'd change it to your liking, just for you)
Once he saw that you were asleep he soon joined you. For the next few days he'd be spending them with you and push his drinking for later because you are more important than that (And that means a lot)---(And if someone were to make you feel such ways like that when you were sad then he'd make sure to pay them a visit---- "I just wanna talk to them")
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I hope you liked it!! And if you wanted something to be different then
PLZ TELL ME I would love to hear what I could do to make it more to
your liking, Also I didn't know what you wanted the reader to be my
bad😅 BTW I WRITE ANYTHING, EVEN WEIRD STUFF😎
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prodtrouver · 2 years
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I’m Looking For You — Shikanoin Heizou
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To say Heizou is nervous was an understatement. Heizou was shaking and didn’t know what to do nor what to say.
Psychology students who were looking at Heizou thought that he was a cat about to face a tiger. The hand that was holding your umbrella was shaking. He really didn’t know what to do.
He was about to back out, too nervous to see you until he heard your laugh. Tha boy immediately turned around to see you with Aether, Lumine, and Xiao. You looked so happy, Heizou slightly frowned.
Just to his luck, you noticed him. Your eyes widened for a second before your surprised expression turned into a sweeter one. The way the sides of your lips were pulled up just to smile at him.
You waved farewell to Xiao, Aether, and Lumine before running to Heizou’s side. The red tint returned to Heizou’s cheeks and the fast beating of his heart returned.
He tilted his head down, his eyes still on you until you were right in front of him. Your eyes are full of glee and the smile you have on for him to see.
“Good afternoon, Heizou. What brings you here?” You let out a soft chuckle while Heizou tried to form a sentence - no, word just to answer you. He cleared his throat while showing his hand that was holding your umbrella.
“Ah, right! And I thought you wanted to get a drink with me.” Heizou’s eyes widened at your words. His cheeks got redder and he hid his trembling hands behind him.
What’s this? Why is he so nervous around a person he just met on the day before? Heizou took a deep breath before clearing his throat again. He looks at you who had a puzzled look with a puzzled smile.
“I-I mean, it won't rain again, right? We could have a drink at Angel’s Share while getting to know each other.” Heizou insisted and noticed how your eyes sparkled.
You patted his head, used to patting your friend’s head, much to his dismay. “I know the best drinks in Angel’s Share! I’ll recommend a few to you!”
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Heizou took a sip of his drink. Still, quite nervous.
“Why do you look so tense, Heizou? Do you feel uncomfortable with me?” You asked while you both walked through the stone path of the park near the university’s dorms.
Heizou immediately shook his head, “I’m just feeling nervous around new people.” He makes an excuse, not wanting to scare you by saying he’s feeling nervous around you. Especially since you are a psychology major.
“Ah then I hope we become closer. I don't want you to be nervous around me forever.” You laughed and turned to look at him. Your eyes widened as you almost dropped your drink.
“WAH, HEIZOU - your nose is bleeding!” You panicked and moved in front of him. Heizou stayed calm and only touched the blood with his cold hands. He didn’t look bothered at all.
“Hey, don’t touch the blood!” You said before you dragged him to a nearby bench. Heizou sat in front of you while you stayed standing. You poured water on your handkerchief before your hands lifted his cheeks to look at you.
You gently wiped the blood away from his nose while Heizou watched you stay focused on him. It was a simple nosebleed that could be because of his nervousness around him.
That's when Heizou realized.
You’re so close to him. There’s a little to no distance between you two. Your warm hand was on his cheeks and the other was wiping the blood away from his nose.
“A-ah, y/n!” Heizou suddenly stood up, surprising you. “I forgot I still have homework to do! Haha, BYE!” And with that, Heizou started running away
Now, you’re left there. Confused and concerned over the boy.
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08 :: perfectly fine
𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 :: 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 :: 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁
𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 :: another usual day for heizou to place his sweet macarons on the library table and goes away for a few minutes to look for some books. Except on this memorable day, someone took his macarons. What first thought to be accidental case turned into a regular occurrence, so it became his goal to find out whose been taking his precious macarons.
𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 :: @spookyrule @strawbxrrytiger @aequha @slvdsjjk @aixaingela @ferumie @kayleigh-reuthlr @hadesaedes @whats-humanity-lol @rinshouya @nei-rinn @yohoo-tehee @kuni-kuzushii @mikctp @rrinsluvr @jiminscarmex @elysiasbae @thenightsflower
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keicordelle · 3 months
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Brain is still mush but I'm bored and can only watch so much anime in one sitting, so I figured I'd pick and choose some of those 2023 in Review writer asks to answer
1. What’s something new that you tried in a fic this year? How did it turn out and would you do it again?
Dabbled a bit at the start of the year with some darker themes in smut. I think it turned out pretty well, but I definitely learned I just prefer to write sweet, romantic, and consensual. I'll play with it more at some point, I'm sure, but I think I've found my niche.
2. How many fics did you work on this year? (They don’t have to be finished or published!)
55! 43 of which are published atm
4. What piece of media inspired you the most?
BG3, definitely. Even if I still haven't posted anything for it yet :P
5. What fandom(s) did you write for this year?
FFXIV, Genshin Impact, BG3, and that one Hades fic that I really hadn't intended to write
7. What character(s) captured your heart?
Astarion. I expected to like him because he's a sassy vampire. I did not expect to identify with him as much as I do. I don't doubt he will be firmly lodged in my heart for years to come.
9. What fic meant the most to you to write?
The Soft Green Glow of Affection. I didn't really expect this fic to mean so much to me, but the softness between Aether and Xiao really hit home. Love offering solace to a tortured soul. (Not at all a theme with me, no siree)
12. What fic was the most difficult to write? Did you finish it?
Beneath the Human Guise was my first time working with a threesome, and it was a hell of a challenge keeping pronouns and names straight, not to mention being sure I hit the dynamic I was looking for. I'm really happy with how it turned out tho
13. What fic was the easiest to write?
To Soothe the Suffering of Ten Thousand Years was surprisingly easy to write! I love writing scar exploration, but I didn't expect it to flow quite as smoothly as it did
14. What were your shortest and longest fics this year?
Shortest: The Warmth of Home at 849 words Longest: The Daily Inconveniences of an Au Ra at 39, 341 (though admittedly some of that is from 2022 -- I still think just the 2023 additions would push it to the longest fic of the year tho)
15. Rec a fic you wrote or posted in 2023
No Regrets! This fic was the precursor to my Thanuri fic A First for Everything, and I'm still very very proud of how it turned out. Sweet Emmanicard first time <3
18. What was the hardest fic to title?
They're all hard /o\ But I think that honor has to go to Rinse and Repeat. That's the fic where I gave up and phoned a friend to help title it
19. Share your favorite opening line
"Oh for the love of all creation, save us both from this torment and just go ask him to fuck you, would you?"
from The Alternative Uses of Aetherial Shackles. I like how jarring it is, and how it definitely mirrors the startle Eros would be feeling to have his daydreams interrupted by such a demand.
20. Share your favorite ending line
By the time I awoke, Estinien was gone.
from Just for Tonight. Love me a bittersweet ending.
21. Share your favorite piece of dialogue
Answered here
25. What did you use to write? (e.g. writing programs, paper & pen, etc.)
I write exclusively in the Notes app on my phone and then transfer it over to Word to edit it
29. If this were an awards show, who would you thank?
Ahem. I would like to thank my friend Zena for being the most excellent sounding board/cheerleader/occasional unwitting beta reader. Also my friend Kore for being infinitely more adept at titling things than I am and for being so willing to help me with that. And above all else, I'd like to thank my fans: everyone who commented, kudosed, and read my works this year. You make it worth all the hardship that is writing <3
30. What’s something that you want to write in 2024?
2024 is going to be the year of series, I think! I look forward to continuing with A First for Everything, and I've also got 2 different BG3 series in the works: one a self-indulgent Kazstarion piece, and one centred around Gale! Plus a few shorter multi-chaptered thinks I'd like to work on for Genshin. I look forward to sharing more about them all!
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melting-tofu · 2 years
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something he likes of you - 4nemo edition (seperately)
notes: modern au, including both sfw and nsfw parts! pure fluff for the first half, under the cut is nsfw, minors please do not interact.
chat: hi, i have 7 drafts and 9 untouched asks right now, 14 of them were requested, man i'm updating so slow </3, some of them got me stuck with the plot. and i do have the work overload, when one is done the other goes in. i'm sorry to all those who has been waiting for too long! a must in the next week for me is to rush asap and publish at least 2 posts, one (sfw) is requested and the other (nsfw) is not, like a collab i joined?, stay tuned <3 and as always: minors please don't interact with nsfw posts.
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sfw branches:
Aether:
this boy loves seeing you in his comfy sweaters. like, he feels so special because you like wearing his clothes! how could you not? they are warm, they hug you perfectly and his scent is calming too 👉👈 though he doesn't admit out loud, he sure bites his bottom lip to prevent the noises of joy when he sees you wearing something of his. there are several times he walked in on you trying on the clothes he left in bed too, and oh, the way you struggled with how oversized a certain shirt was, so cute <3
Kazuha:
absolutely melts when you touch his hair, just run your fingers through it and tell him how soft it is and he's on heaven! he allows you do his hair whenever you want to, not minding whatever style you choose. of course on the other end, will you let him do yours too? he isn't really creative in this and often gives you some simple hairstyles but he's actually trying! we all approve his efforts right? also loves it even more when you attach some cute hairclips on him, doesn't care if it's childish because as long as you like it then he's happy! :D
Venti:
this is weird but... pillow fights! he's a funny guy, often coming up with some jokes before bedtime that usually end you both up in a fluffy war :') as long as you're okay with it, he's not going easy on you either (except when it's too harsh), whatever you do, there can only be one winner. if he wins, his prize isn't as much special as he only wants to oversleep with you in his arms until the next morning. if you win then it's up to you! please don't put up a real fightー
Xiao:
he likes to sneak out with you at 3 in the morning for a drink run, he personally will choose milk tea. at first it was your idea, but xiao could never deny you and he decided to indulge you once.... until you asked for it again, again, and again, and he grew to like it??? what an unhealthy habit, or hobby, of his </3 and yours too! don't look at me as if you're innocent >:( xiao also likes taking pictures of you (with your permission) during the moment because you just look so cute sipping your drink.
nsfw version:
Aether (dirty talk, degradation):
who expects a nice, innocent-looking boy like him can whisper the dirtiest things to you in bed? actions completely contrasting to his words, with soft gestures on your body, he playfully nibs at your ear and tells you all sorts of things that are so out of character for him. he loves how embarrassed you get from his vulgar words, they just make you become more submissive to him and he feels proud of his doing.
"hm? don't tell me you're turned on merely by what i told you just now? i've barely touched you..."
it's also a win-win if you're wearing only his shirt, because he can humilate you for creaming all over and dirtying his most favorite sweater.
Kazuha (hair pulling):
about his hair again... he finds it hot when you accidentally pull at his hair because of the overstimulation he's giving you, it just... turns him on even more?? his cheeky grin fades once you cry out an apologize that you didn't mean it, but don't worry, he enjoyed it and wishes you to do it again.
"sorry for what? you thought that hurt me? do it again, i would like to see you try."
keep pulling at it... his hair gets so messy the next morning. he will laugh at the way you keep apologizing for doing it too roughly, instantly getting cut off by a kiss and when he yanks at your hair to pull away... oh.
Venti (pillow riding, dirty talk)
pillow fights... who knows such an innocent act like that would end you up like this? you're clinging onto your boyfriend, sobbing into his neck as he guides you across the pillow. this is an unmentioned reward for him now that he won the fight... he knows that you want something better, something to fill you up but he's not giving it to you that easily, because you lost, it's only fair that you indulge him right?
"greedy... you want me that much? go on, prove just how much you're desperate for my cock."
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this is like torturing, him only allowing you to get yourself off on the pillow while hissing dirty things into your ears, talking about how low you can get for his body...
Xiao (oral - m receiving):
he made you trip on purpose, making you spill all the tea left over him. it was not much, but he used it as the excuse to "make it up to him" because you caused a mess... and here you are, on your knees and being face-fucked by him. you dig your nails into his thighs in order to keep yourself up and for him to slow down but he can push you back, forcing you to take his greedy dick and clicking his tongue whenever you gag. despite his rough pounding, his free hand is gently caressing your cheek and wiping your drool away.
"my fault? it should be your fault for asking for it so early in the morning..."
he watches you through half lidded eyes. sucking him like a straw like that, it's pathetic, you're pathetic, how can he not have dirty thoughts later when you two go out for a drink run again?
i take back my words when i said aether didn't seem like the type to swear for me
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genshinwriter111 · 3 years
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Monstadt and Liyue boys: You fall asleep on them, and they fall asleep on you. Plus a bonus for some of them!
Diluc, Venti, Kaeya, Albedo, Chongyun, Kazuha, Childe, Aether, Xiao, Xingqiu, Zhongli, Scaramouche
No Warnings
Headcanons, Gender Neutral (They/Them, You/Yours)
A spoiler for We Will Be Reunited in Aether’s second story, but its vague
Diluc
You fall asleep on them
It was a tiring day of commisions and the like, but you wanted to spend at least some time with your boyfriend. He was rambling on and on about his day and other stressful things that you could’t help but doze off. It took him a bit to notice, but when he did, he blushed. He knew the sofa wasn’t the most comfortable and gently carried you to your room, placing you on your bed, tucking you in. As he turned to leave, you clung to sleeve, silently asking him to stay. He gently nodded, and crawled in next to you. You and him both slept better than ever before.
They fall asleep on you
It was basically the reverse, but you couldn’t carry him, and just curled up next to him, drifitng off with his arms wrapped around you. He looked calm, and at peace. He genuinely trusted you. When he woke up, he blushed. He didn’t move until you woke up, and if you did before him he would apologise, face still tinted red. You forgave him, giving him a soft kiss. It was moments like this he adored, just being able to show his soft side. It was also a small gossip among the maids for about two days, but he never found out.
Bonus: PDA opinion
Not a huge fan of PDA, but if someone’s getting too touchy, won’t hesitate to pull you close. And show off his vision. If he’s around Kaeya, like at the tavern, he doesn’t mean to be rude but may slightly ignore your affections, just to spare you both from the teasing. Afterwards, will kiss your forehead and apologise, explaining his reasons. You forgave him, as always. You did understand, Kaeya was a menace at times.
Venti
You fall asleep on them
You were rested in his lap, as he played his Lyre. The tune was so calming, you weren’t particularly tired but drifted off. It took Venti awhile to notice. Only when he asked if you wanted to go for a walk, and you didn’t reply, did he notice. The bard didn’t wish to wake you, and let the lyre vanish into the winds. He let out a soft ‘Ehe~’ before leaning against the tree, and playing with your hair. He did drift off soon, with a comfortable expression.
They fall asleep on you
It was a late night, and you were carrying Venti back from the bar, as he was far too drunk to get home on his own. You got home and changed, your boyfriend laughing and waiting for you. You walked over to him on the bed, before wrapping your arms around his small frame, and pulling him close. You talked for a bit to him, noticing he had fallen asleep when he cuddled closer and his breathing was softer. You gently laughed, kissing his forehead before falling asleep yourself.
Bonus: PDA opinion
Unless you don’t want it, there is a lot of PDA, he just wants everyone to know your his beloved! Will cuddle or hug or kiss you anywhere from on the streets, to the tavern to the middle of the forest. His favourite place to cuddle with you, is of course, Windrise. He loves to rest with you there.
Kaeya
You fall asleep on them
You couldn’t help it! Despite the captain’s cryo vision, he was warm. And comfortable. And..Well, you could go on and on with excuses. It happened when you two were cuddling after a pretty tough day for the both of you. You tried to stay awake, but failed. He noticed quickly, with a chuckle. “Oh? Falling for me yet again..Adorable.” He kissed your forehead, and stayed awake, mainly because he had more work to do. He decided to put you to bed first, not wishing you to be uncomfortable.
They fall asleep on you
Similiar to Venti, you had to walk him home from the tavern. You struggled a bit, as he was somehow more clingy than you expected. You did get home, but not without struggle. “(Name)~” Kaeya whined, as you lead him to your room, letting him stay there. You knew what he wanted, and stayed. You leaned against the headboard, Kaeya clinging to your side. You stroked his hair until he fell asleep. You fell asleep soon as well. He was embarrassed when you mentioned how he acted, but played it off like it was intentional.
Bonus: PDA opinion
Another one for PDA. He’s flirty in public, but will stop or tone it down if you ask, he doesn’t want to make you discomforted, after all. He wouldn’t hesitate to be even more clingy if somebody was bothering you. Kaeya loves you, and will never let you think otherwise.
Albedo
You fall asleep on them
Albedo knew you didn’t understand much about the experiment he was explaining, but was glad you listened to him. “And that’s how...” He trailed off, noticing you were asleep on his shoulder. “I suppose it was a boring topic for them..” He muttered with a smile. He didn’t want to wake you, knowing how important sleep was for you, so he gently pulled you in his lap and wrapped his arms around you. Resting his head on your shoulder, he too fell asleep. His body was warm, a difference to the cold air of Dragonspine, and a nice one. Or, maybe it was just the fire that flickered in the background.
They fall asleep on you
You had begged the Chief Alchemist to take a break, as he had been working for a week straight. Albedo had deniend the need for rest, but the bags under his eyes said otherwise. He eventually gave in and you pat the sofa, with a happy smile. It wasn’t long that you felt a weight against your chest, and saw he was asleep. “I told you so..” You said, rolling your eyes in a loving manner. You stayed awake to make sure he stayed asleep, and he did until the morning, where he thanked you. You could never get his sleeping face out your mind, it was absolutely precious, and it was nice seeing him so at ease.
Chongyun
You fall asleep on them
Chongyun was rambling about some encounter he almost had with a spirit, but you weren’t paying much attention, only listening to the sound of his voice. He noticed when you leaned against his shoulder, eyes shut and breathing soft. He didn’t want to move, despite him beginning to overheat. He tried to gently move you so he could get a popsicle, but when he heard you mumble, he froze. The exorcist didn’t move, at all. He waited until you woke up, which wasn’t pleasent and he didn’t feel the best afterwards. When you noticed, you were quick to apologise and grab him one, coming up with excuses. Chongyun forgave you, he couldn’t stay mad (not that he was), at you anyway.
They fall asleep on you
Xingqiu had pranked him with a far too spicy dish and you were thankfully there, able to quickly get the situation under control and help your boyfriend. You both went back to your place, as it was getting late. You were talking, and before you knew it he was passed out agaisnt you. You couldn’t blame him, it was rather stressful earlier and he was burnt out. You gently kissed his forehead before carrying him to your room and laying down next to him. When he woke up, he was blushing, but still was calm. It surprised him, a lot.
Kazuha
You fall asleep on them
Beidou has agreed to let you come with on the next voyage they went on, and so you were pretty happy. It was a few nights in, and you and Kazuha were talking. You were leaned against him, and he had an arm around you. It was late, and it was to be expected but you drifted off to the sound of his voice, the ocean crashimg against the boat and the wind. Kazuha noticed instantly, and smiled. Beidou walked onto the deck, about to say something when he gave a small wave, asking her to be quiet. She nodded, deciding it could wait and left you two alone again.
They fall asleep on you
You hadn’t joined them this time, waiting for your beloved instead. When he got back, you were both quick to leave and talk elsewhere, which was your home. You rambled about what had happened in the mean time, while he listened. After falling asleep, he looked even more peaceful. You were happy to rest with him, knowing it wouldn’t be too long before you both would leave again.
Childe
You fall asleep on them
The harbinger had gotten some free time, and was spending it dragging you through the harbour. It was a rather long day, and you were exhausted by the time you got home. You sat on the couch, with your beloved. You were talking for awhile before the exhaustion kicked in and you dropped against his shoulder. Tartaglia didn’t expect this, and shot up, assuming you were trying to attack him, (for some reason, maybe to keep him on guard.) That was not the case, and you were thrown to the floor because of physics, and hit it, harshly. He was embarrassed to say the least, and in your moment of exhausted anger, you did smack his shoulder. He found it fair. Childe was forgiven, but only because he let you sleep in his lap instead.
They fall asleep on you
Childe returned home after a long day of training new recruits. He curled up in bed next to you. You spoke for awhile, until exhaustion set in for him, and he fell asleep. You considered pettily waking him up, like he’d done to you, but when you saw his peaceful and loving expression, you couldn’t. You kissed his cheek before falling asleep as well. His arms wrapped more around you in your shared slumber, and he was grateful when he woke that you’d let him rest. He still felt bad about the other day, and was trying to make it up to you.
Aether
You fall asleep on them
Aether had invited you to the teapot, and you were in his room. Paimon was there too, but she was eating something in the kitchen area, leaving you two alone for now. It was awhile later that you had grown tired, and Aether had as well. He opened his arms and let you cuddle close. This was all fine and dandy until Paimon entered the room. “Aether! We’re out of sticky honey roast!!!” She mentioned, practically yelling. You let out a tired and confused mumble, being awoken by the yelling. Aether gently hushed you, and covered your ears. “Paimon, if you don’t shut up right now..I will tell Xianling to turn you into emergency food. That is a threat.” He said, his tone tired but harsh. Paimon squeaked and quickly left. You were both undisturbed for the rest of the night.
They fall asleep on you
Aether entered your home, and he seemed distraught. He explained everything that happened with his sister, and sobbed into your arms. You were worried, and let him cry it out. You noticed Paimon was no-where to be seem and assumed he’d asked to be alone. It took awhile, but his breathing slowed and he’d..well he’d cried himself to sleep. You were just glad he was mostly uninjured, gently stroked his hair, hoping to keeo him asleep. It worked, as he slept throught the night fully.
Xiao
You fall asleep on them
You had spent the day at the balcony of Wangshu Inn, waiting for you adepti boyfriend. It had been a slow day, but you hadn’t slept much and were tired. This didn’t stop you from offering a bright smile as your beloved appeared. You both talked about what things you’d seen recently, and as always he was a bit shy. You wished you could’ve told him that you were tired, but you didn’t want to waste what time you had with Xiao. It was well into the evening when you felt your tiredness kick in, and you fell asleep, against him. It surprised the Adeptus, and before either of you knew it, he vanished. You woke up instantly, and looked around for him. You sighed with a bit of disappointment, you wanted to apologise, and weren’t sure how.
They fall asleep on you
It was days later he made an appearance again, you rushed over to him, apologising on repeat. Xiao softly hushed you, guilt in his eyes. He’d spoken to Verr Goldet, and she’d told him the best course of action. He’d let you hold him, and both of you eventually drifted off, he apologised again in the morning. You’d already forgiven him. Plus, the fact he’d let you get so close and even hold him in his sleep was proof he trusted you.
Xingqiu
You fall asleep on them
It was an agreed date, you could rest and he would read. Plus, you’d be in each other’s company, which was great for the both of you. Xingqiu let you rest against him as he read, encouraging you to get the sleep you needed. You were a bit suspicious, assuming this would be some prank, but trusted him anyway. That proved to be a mistake, as when you awoke and walked back, you recieved odd looks. You didn’t understand until you got to your mirror, and saw the small doodles he’d drawn on your face. You were embarrassed, heavily. You swore to get your revenge.
They fall asleep on you
Xingqiu entered your home, it was a long day for him. All he really wanted was just to cuddle you and go to bed. You offered a sweet smile, scooching over and letting him lay next to you. After he fell asleep, you wondered on your revenge. It seemed fate had other plans as you fell asleep as well. When he woke up first, he’d expected you to have gotten some form of revenge, but noticing nothing had changed, he did feel a bit bad. When you awoke, he apologised and promised to let you rest normally next time. And when that time came, he kept his word. He didn’t want to upset you too badly, after all he was always big on chivalry.
Zhongli
You fall asleep on them
Zhongli spoke of more stories, history and the like, you normally loved listening to him and were always interested, but you’d stayed up a bit too late and were tired. You sat on his lap, as he told another one of the things that had happened in his long life. He noticed you fell asleep when your usual questions never came. He chuckled softly, kissing your forehead. He carried you to bed, and tucked you in. The archon though for a moment, before deciding to join you.
They fall asleep on you
The atmosphere was relaxed, and Zhongli wrapped his arms around you. You smiled, leaning against his chest. He rested his head on top of yours, and shuts his eyes. He didn’t mean to fall asleep, but he did. You didn’t mind, and let the archon rest. If anything, you were glad to be getting so much rest with him, something told you that others weren’t so lucky.
Scaramouche
You fall asleep on them.
It was rare moments you were able to rest with the harbinger, but you never took them for granted. You would clear your schedule when he was free, knowing Scaramouche was a busy person. The one thing you couldn’t change was your energy levels, and you were exhausted. The past week you’d done nothing but work, and rarely slept. But when he notified you he was free, you rushed over. You’d managed to hide your sleepiness so far, knowing how against physical affection he was. But your eyes grew heavy, and you dropped against him. He froze up for a moment, before shoving you off. He hadn’t even registered you were exhausted nor that you had fallen asleep. You blinked, staring at him befofe muttering a small apology and that you had to go, not wanting to bother him. He realised he messed up, and hoped to be able to let you forgive him.
They fall asleep on you
It was another time you were both thankfully free, and he had asked to meet at your place. You had nervously agreed. Upon entering, the first thing he did was apologise, which was a surprise in itself. Then after the small bit you talked, you noticed he seemed tired. He had mentioned he wanted to make it up to you...You moved closer, which confused the harbinger, before you wrapped your arms around him. He was about to protest, before you reminded him of what he had said. He nodded, with a sigh...but he had to admit, he was comfortable..and maybe this wasn’t so bad. His eyes eventually closed, and he had guessed you would shove him off like he’d done to you..but all you did was offer a smile, holding your boyfriend closer, before falling asleep yourself.
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hahaimnotdeadyet · 2 years
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Waking up next to you with a boner Genshin HC ( Big Three: Kaeya, Tartaglia, Tohma)
Warnings and tags: English is not my native! Mention of BoNer of course NO MINORS it's NSFW
(Diluc, Zhongli, Kazuha) (Venti, Xiao, Gorou) (Albedo, Baizhu, Scaramouche) (Razor, Bennet, Chongyun, Xingqiu) (Aether, Aether, Aether)
Kaeya
- c a l m
- absolutely
- it's not the first time you two are like that, so he is fine. Pretty sure you both sleep being completely naked.
- silent morning just snuggling with the one he loves? What can be better? It's more important that he wakes up with you, carefree and domestically happy, than the current condition he is in right now. You are so soft and alive next to him. He is relaxed and completely open.
- he would /love/ to have some actions from your side. I mean, if by chance you lean closer or stroke him with "inadvertent" movement of your thing or hip you will get a low giggle and a mind blowing kiss right after.
- not necessarily evolving into something more intimate, this ligh feeling is just enough.
Tartaglia
- slowly wakes up only to find you in his tight embrace, you relaxedly breaths in his chest.
- be the one who thinks in amusement that you are here and your sleeping form is so nice. Like if he hasn't got a chance to examinate you features before.
- feels some kind of power because of his arousal, but nothing harming you.
- finds it amusing that you are still asleep and have no idea how much he loves, hates and wants you at the same time. Relationship is the biggest competition for him that's for sure.
- most likely will stay awake till the moment you wake up, carefully studying the flutter of your eyelashes and how you breathe neatly. Adoringly, even if he doesn't want to admit it.
- won't show any sight of sexual tension the moment you wake up, just a little more flirty. And you have now idea why.
Tohma
- okay, that happens a lot. He just looks like a type to be touch starved and not mature enough to control his reactions that well.
- he is okay with it, but what if you are not? What if you think he is a pathetic pervert? Oh damn he wouldn't be able to deal with that
- would love to rub onto you with his hips, tugging you closer to him because, well, he loves you. But won't do it thinking you'd dislike him for "dirty" acting
- like he feels that you are too innocent to like it? Or at least not to push him away?
- so he puts some space between your bodies, not liking to leave warm bed you share. But doesn't want to make you - probably? - uncomfortable with some pressure right next to your groin.
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when you call them pretty boy !
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❀ pairings: xiao, kazuha, venti & aether x reader (seperate)
❀ summary: you call him a pretty boy, what happens next?
❀ content warnings: soft fluff because i felt like it
❀ author notes: they may be a little bit ooc but bear with me, im very rusty
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XIAO
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you were basking under the sunlight on the wangshu inn's balcony, having xiao accompany you during your little episodes of boredom.
it was like any other day where he had constantly been by your side, keeping a watch on you from a small distance just incase if anything were to happen to you, he'd be quick to save you.
finally relaxing, he leaned onto the wall, simply relishing the way the warm breeze ran across his skin. well, that is until you were feeling a little cheeky today and called him a pretty boy, which — wasnt exactly a lie.
"what did you just call me?"
xiao.exe has stopped working
his reactions would be the cutest, especially when he's still not used to getting compliments from you (even after you've done it a few couple of times)
he'll start facing away from your face to hide the blush that's spreading on his face like a wildfire, but his attempts are a failure because you can still see the tip of his ears dusted a shade of red
well, its safe to say he's in for a long day of teasing from you
VENTI
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the two of you were under the tree at windrise with you laying on venti's lap while he was humming an old tune for you.
you couldn't help but keep admiring his face, letting your fingers trace along the curves of his soft cheeks as you called him pretty boy.
"say that again, please?"
he was so happy when you called him a pretty boy and he couldnt help but just pepper your face with kisses
"venti, stop‐i need to breathe"
he's got a toothy grin on his face that you wish you could just take a picture of and engrave it into your memory
but he could be pretty annoying with this too though, he'll keep asking you to say it again and again, so keep that in mind
KAZUHA
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you and kazuha were sailing on beidou's fleet to bring the traveler to inazuma.
kazuha was standing right beside you with his arms around your smaller frame, protecting you from the upcoming storm that's stirring up above the ship.
you were unsure about the whole trip, but kazuha was there to comfort and assure you that nothing will go wrong. and with the way he looked at you with adoration in his crimson eyes, you couldn't help but focus on his attractive face, calling him a pretty boy in the process.
"i may look pretty to you, but nothing will ever beat your beauty, my dove."
ooh how the tables have turned
whenever you compliment kazuha, he'll do a complete 180° on you and compliment you back, which — gets you flustered no matter how many times he's done it.
AETHER
you and aether had finished doing your comissions which tired the two of you out, and you wanted nothing more than to rest with your lover and enjoy the rest of the day together doing lazy things in your shared abode.
and it was what the two of you did do
you're now currently undoing aether's braids, combing his soft golden hair with your hands and just enjoying the moment. he looked so pretty this way — you thought; you wished you could just stay in this moment forever and ignore the outside world, doing nothing together.
"hey aether?" your voice caught his attention to which he replied with a hum. "you're such a pretty boy"
did he hear that correctly? did you just call him a pretty boy?
he's suddenly turned fidgety and shy because of the sudden unexpected compliment
he turns around to look at you and stares at you for a second before he wrapped his arms around you and hid his face in the crook of your neck, giving a warm embrace
"you're way prettier, you know" he mumbled into your neck.
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genshin-obsessed · 3 years
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Happy Birthday (y/n) | Genshin Impact Guys
Ok, it's my birthday and this is a little self-indulgent so don't @ me, I already exposed myself. Anyway, I hope you like it <3 It took like 3 days to complete this :') they do get repetitive, but you're only supposed to read one-
[Girls here]
Characters: Aether, Albedo, Ayato, Bennett, Childe, Chongyun, Dainsleif, Diluc, Gorou, Kaeya, Kazuha, Razor, Scaramouche, Thoma/Tohma, Venti, Xiao, Xingqiu, and Zhongli.
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He frowned, realizing how late it was already. You would definitely be asleep by the time he got home. He really didn’t mean to be so late, yet here he was, getting home way after midnight.
He opened the door and walked in, seeing your sleeping face right there on the couch. You always waited for him to come home and today wasn’t any different.
He sighed as he moved towards you after locking the door. He got down on his knees, a small frown on his face.
✩ Aether
“You’re so beautiful, especially when you sleep. You look so peaceful and I… I just can’t help but stare. Sorry, I’m sure I sound very creepy right now… but… I love you. I love you so much, I can’t help it. I hope I get to stay with you forever because I can’t even imagine losing you. So stay with me forever, darling. Happy birthday.”
✩ Albedo
“Hmm so soft looking. Your cheeks are soft, your lips are soft, you’re soft… heh, sorry. I know I sound a little obsessed. You know, sometimes I wonder if you’re… ever bored of me. I’m not like the others and there are days in so focused on my experiments, I feel like I neglect you sometimes. But… for you, I would abandon it all. For you, I would give up anything. You’re so precious to me… happy birthday, my love.”
✩ Ayato
“I’m sorry I took so long that you fell asleep. I really thought I would be done hours ago, but maybe my sense of time got messed up today. At least it’s only past midnight, I have a free day tomorrow. One specifically for you. Though I don’t have much time, I try to dedicate all of my spare time to you. So please don’t leave me… anyway, happy birthday. I hope you’ll enjoy the day I have planned for you.”
✩ Bennett
“Oh man, I knew that last mission would make me late. I’m really sorry. But I suppose I’m here now, so I can just say it now, right? Oh wait, maybe I should wait until morning because then you can actually hear it. But… ah, it‘ll be embarrassing. Ok, I’ll just say it now. I love you. I love you so, so, so much. I hope we can spend our lives together. I swear I’ll make you the happiest person on the planet- well aside from you. Wow… you really are so gorgeous. Sleep well, (y/n). Happy birthday.”
✩ Childe
“Damn, I really tried to rush home too. I really didn’t mean to be late, I wanted to wish you right at midnight. I suppose I can always wait until morning. Heh… you look so innocent like this. You know, sometimes I wonder why you’re with me. There are so many other guys that- no. Never mind. Happy birthday, babe. Thank you for coming into my life.”
✩ Chongyun
“Ah you fell asleep, I suppose that’s my fault. I didn’t mean to take so long. I suppose I could’ve just come home early but that last attempt to find the ghost- never mind, I shouldn’t bother you with this. I just… want you to know you’re so pretty and I love you more than life itself. So… happy birthday! Oh- s-sorry, that was a little loud-”
✩ Dainsleif
“Sometimes I wonder why you wait up. Just look at how uncomfortable you are on the couch. But I do appreciate you waiting up even though you don't need to, my darling. You’re so very sweet and I always wonder how I got so lucky. You really must be a gift from the universe or something. Ah, this conversation is best suited for when you’re awake. Happy birthday, (y/n).”
✩ Diluc
“Sorry, I tried to rush home too. I would’ve left the tavern earlier but there was a bit of a fight and- you’re asleep, you don’t really need to hear this. Anyway, happy birthday, darling. I have an exciting day planned for us both, so I hope you’re looking forward to it. Oh, and as promised, I won’t be busy. I’ll make sure you’re nothing but smiles all day today. I love you.”
✩ Gorou
“Oh man, I swear I didn’t mean to be so late. It really was an accident. I mean…. I should just take responsibility. I wanted to surprise you, yet here you are, asleep. I mean I can always give you your gift tomorrow. I hope you’re excited because I am. Well anyway, I love you, you make me the happiest, and happy birthday. Sleep well.”
✩ Kaeya
“Hmph, I told Jean I would be late if I- ah don’t worry about it. I suppose I shouldn’t be too harsh on her, she does a lot for us. Anyway, onto you, my love. Look at you… so adorable. Man, I just can’t get enough of you. Do you realize that you’ve got me wrapped around your little finger? This little, tiny one too… heh… I really do love you. And only you. So make sure to smile all day for me today, ok babe? Good. Happy birthday.”
✩ Kazuha
“Oh no… no, man I really wanted to get home before you fell asleep. I told Beidou that she would make me late… I suppose it can’t be helped now. I don’t want to wake you up, so I’ll just say it now, it might be easier too. I love you, I love you so much that I don’t know what to do with myself. I’m sorry I couldn’t wish you a happy birthday exactly at midnight, but I suppose this will have to do. I hope you enjoy today’s events… happy birthday to the most amazing person I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting.”
✩ Razor
“Sorry I’m late… lupical hunt took longer than I thought. You’re very pretty when you sleep… I’m sorry I couldn’t wish you happy birthday. So I say it now. Happy birthday, (y/n). I love you.”
✩ Scaramouche
“Ugh, I knew your dumbass would try and stay awake and wait for me… though I feel kinda bad for being late. It’s not like the end of the world, I just wanted to say happy birthday at midnight but whatever. I guess I can say it now and later today when you wake up. I… am happy you’re asleep because I would never say this to your face but I’m happy I met you. You… you actually like me- the other harbingers don’t even like me and sometimes that hurts a little. I mean, not that I want to ever admit it- and I won’t. Having you on my side makes the days hurt less sometimes. Thanks for dealing with me or whatever. I know I say I tolerate you, a lot but let’s be real. You’re the one who tolerates me. And I should be so damn grateful that you even bothered to stick around. I love you and happy birthday. Thank you so, so much for coming into my life… because now I can’t imagine it without you.”
✩ Thoma
“Oh no… I’m so sorry… I guess no point in apologizing now. You’re not even awake to hear it. Ok well, I guess I’ll have to give you your gift later. I hope you’ll like it. I mean… it’s just a ring by itself but it means a lot. To be honest, I’m terrified (y/n). I’m so damn scared you’ll say no and I don’t think I can handle that. I mean, there’s no way you would but to… d-do you want to get married? Ugh- god, I should stop. I’m making myself so nervous. Anyway… ahem, I love you, sleep well. Oh and happy birthday to the most amazing human ever.”
✩ Venti
“I figured you’d be asleep by now. Try as you might, you can’t stay up all night when you’re so busy during the day. You get exhausted. I wanted to say this exactly at midnight, but right now works, I suppose. Happy birthday, (y/n). Thanks for coming into my life. It was lonely for a really long time, you know. Being alive for so long has its benefits but the biggest downfall is that you’re always alone. You get tired of things, look at Morax. I mean, he’s even tired of being an archon. It makes sense. But… you make the burdens less difficult. So thank you… for everything you do. I love you.”
✩ Xiao
“Man you should really fall asleep on the bed. You look so uncomfortable here. I knew I was going to be late, even though I tried not to be. I suppose it’s not that big of an issue since it’s just past midnight, but I would’ve preferred to give this to you at midnight. Oh well, later today works just as well. Um… thanks… for choosing to spend your days with me. I’m not really good with this sort of thing, but uh I just want you to know I’m happy with you. I’m really happy with you. It hurts less when you’re around so thanks for that. I… love you. Happy birthday.”
✩ Xingqiu
“Oh no… and I was supposed to read you to sleep too. Heh… look at you, you're adorable, you know that? You know, sometimes I have this moment of clarity where I realize just how attached I am to you. But then… I also realize I never want to lose that or you. I don’t care how unhealthy it is for me, I don’t care what anyone thinks. I want to be with you forever. Today, tomorrow, for the rest of eternity, and in our next life… I want to be with you. Oh yeah, happy birthday.”
✩ Zhongli
“As expected, you did fall asleep. I’m sorry I’m so late, my darling. I had every intention to be here before midnight to wish you a very happy birthday, alas, here I am, almost three hours late. I’m sorry to keep you waiting but I swear to make it up to you for this. Tomorrow will be the best birthday of your life. Until then, sleep well. I adore you more than life itself. Happy birthday, my darling.”
☽ ☾
His hand pushed your hair out of the way before his thumb brushed over your cheek. He leaned in, pressing a kiss to your lips for a brief moment before pulling away and gazing at your soft features.
So beautiful- that’s the only way he could ever come to describe you. You were the light of his life and you made him so happy he could never find a way to put it into words. But he would surely try.
Quietly standing up, he ever so gently lifted you into his arms and walked towards your shared bedroom. He was definitely going to make it up to you for being late tonight.
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literaryobsession · 2 years
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alone together || highschool!xiao x reader
summary: you and Xiao are alone on prom night
warning: fluff?
word count: 1611
“Are you sure you’ll be alright alone, Y/N? We can stay if you want us to.” Hu Tao peered at you. You pushed your friends away, they have been fussing over you ever since they saw you limping yesterday. It wasn’t really that much of a tragic story, you simply slipped and fell. But you didn’t let that stop you from attending prom! It will probably be one of the last nights when you’d see your friends before college.
“I’m good, Hu Tao. Go on.” You urged the girl, “I’m fine. I have drinks, I’ve got food. I’m all set for the rest of the night.”
“Alright. Just call us and we’ll come over, alright?” Xingqiu adjusted his coat, “Chongyun and I have snacks under our table, just grab whatever you want and it’ll be our little secret.”
You don’t know how they managed to bring outside food when your class president, Keqing, told everybody that since there will be food served tonight, you didn’t have to bring anything. In fact, she stressed on the idea that you should not bring anything.
But you knew Xingqiu and Chongyun were in the prom committee so they really had a way to sneak in whatever it is that they wanted.
You watched your friends move to the dance floor, enjoying the night away with your other classmates. They all looked like they were having fun and you sighed, regretting that you had a sprain in this special night.
“If it wasn’t for that sprain, we could have outdanced all of them.” Childe settled on one of the vacant seats on your table. He looked great in his tux. “How’s the ankle, babe?”
You laughed at the petname that he used. Childe used this name on everybody but everybody knew that he had eyes on someone else. Lumine was his kryptonite, the only person he really couldn’t play flirt with. With Lumine, Childe’s usual confidence crumbles into nerves.
“I’ll be fine, Childe.” You nodded before teasing him, “Aren’t you asking Lumine to dance with you?” You let out a soft chuckle when a sprinkle of pink dusted his cheeks and nose. “Go on, Ajax.” He used the name Childe a lot because he really didn’t like how weird sounding his real name was.
Childe pouted at you, “Childe. It’s Childe, remember?”
“Alright.” You raised your hands in mock surrender, “But please Childe, just ask Lumine out. You’re stressing everybody out with your constant daydreaming about her. Just ask.”
“What if...you know, she doesn’t feel the same way?” His playful expression turned somber. 
Being friends with Childe for years, you adored his sweet side. “You have us when she says no. I’ll take you out.” You reached out to pinch his cheek, “Now go. Aether is talking with Ganyu, you can safely talk to his twin right now.”
Childe smiled gratefully at you before plucking up the courage to march up to Lumine, you took a sip from your cup. Teyvat High really was something, huh? You really enjoyed spending time with your friends here. Your teachers were amazing too. Almost all of your happy memories were made from this school so going away for college feels so difficult.
“Aren’t you dancing, Ms. L/N?” One of your teachers, Ms. Ningguang, laid a kind hand on your shoulder. She taught Math and was quite an intimidating presence in front of the classroom. She has a kind demeanor though, even though most of the students were afraid of her.
“Oh, I sprained my ankle. I can’t. I like watching them though.” You answered your teacher. “Would you like to sit with me, Miss?”
Ningguang shook her head, “That’s alright, thank you. I have to go around and make sure everyone is having a good time.” She gave you a wink, telling you that although she wanted to stay, she had a duty to do. “Xiao’s alone too.”
You glanced over to where the boy was. Xiao was indeed alone, standing by the punch bowl and watching Venti play with the band on stage. He probably felt that you were staring so he glanced at you. This surprised you so you turned your attention back to your teacher, who was giggling.
“As much as I would like to commend you for advising Childe to ask Lumine out, I would rather see you tell that crush of yours about how you feel.” Did everyone know you like Xiao? Hu Tao did say you were obvious. How were you obvious?
Was it because when you were partnered with him in your History class, you could barely get a word out?
Was it because whenever you would see him, you’d turn into a blushing mess of a person?
Or maybe because you spent all your waking hours planning how to talk to him without anything going wrong?
Alright, so maybe you were obvious. 
Your teacher walked away and you looked back at the dance floor where you found Childe and Lumine dancing. Kaeya dragged Rosaria near the couple and teased them loudly so everyone noticed that Childe finally managed to ask Lumine for a dance. Both Childe and Lumine blushed profusely at the crowd’s reaction.
You laughed at the sight.
“Here.” A cup blocked your line of sight and you looked up to see Xiao offering it to you.
You gasped and froze on your seat, staring at the boy before you.
“You were looking at the drinks area so I thought you wanted something to drink.” Xiao put the cup on the table and looked at the dance floor, “So, he asked her out finally huh?”
“Oh, uh, yeah.” You wanted to bite your lower lip. If you say anything else, you’d mess everything up. Xiao came over and brought you something to drink, don’t freak out!
He pulled out a chair and sat down, “Do you mind?”
“I do.” Then you felt your face heat up, “No. I mean, I do not mind. I don’t. Sit anywhere you want!”
Xiao stared at you for a few seconds before letting out a chuckle, “You’re funny, you know that?” Okay, now he was just being kind.
Xiao didn’t notice how awkward you always seem to be whenever you two would talk or maybe he just didn’t address it because he didn’t think it was important. He continued greeting you whenever he would pass by you in the hallway or giving you a nod whenever he would catch you staring at him.
He was very kind, even though your friends always told you how annoyingly arrogant he was in some of your classes. Hu Tao said he liked working alone and didn’t enjoy working with Ganyu for a project that they had in another class. He also doesn’t have much friends except for Venti, who always gets whisked away by his many artistic extracurricular activities.
“How is your ankle?” Xiao turned his eyes back to you. 
You licked your lips and tried to avoid his gaze as much as you can, “I’m in pain. A bit. Not a lot. A bit of pain. I mean, it is sprained so it can be painful when I walk so, I don’t walk so it isn’t painful. Like a lot of painful?” You wanted to stitch your lips shut. What did you just say?
Xiao didn’t mind though. He was probably too used to your ramblings. “That’s good to hear.”
“You don’t have a date?” You wanted to clear the tension, hoping to confess tonight. You were able to push Childe to dance with Lumine, how can you not do the same thing yourself? 
He shook his head, “I came with Venti but he’s busy so...” Then he asked you, “You don’t have a date? Aren’t you dating that Ajax guy?”
“Childe? No! We’re great friends.” You laughed, relaxing for the first time around Xiao. “He’s in love with someone else.”
Xiao stared at you before looking at Childe, who was having fun with the girl he was with. “Oh. Lumine, huh?”
You saw the look on his face, noting the distant gaze. He looked like he was... Was he in love with Lumine? 
Damn, that really stung.
“Were you thinking of asking someone out though, Xiao?” You wanted to confirm if he was but you could feel your heart breaking as he continued watching the couple dance and laugh.
“I was.” He whispered, “But...I don’t think she likes me back, so I didn’t try.” Xiao finally blinked out of his stupor and turned back to you.
“Oh.”
Xiao sighed before drinking from the cup he had, “Been in-love with her for years. I never got the courage to actually talk to her.” Your heart started crumbling over his pained tone. “Whenever I do get the chance to talk to her though, she doesn’t seem to want to talk to me so, I never really made a move. She’s really amazing though. She’s incredibly happy and has a lot of friends. Everybody likes her.”
“Xiao..” You wanted to reassure him that even though Lumine didn’t like him back, you were there.
“Tonight. I told myself that I’ll tell her tonight.” Xiao took a deep breath and you can see life coming back to his golden eyes. “What do you think? Should I?”
Even though it wasn’t you, you wanted to support him.
You will support him. “Of course, Xiao! Tell her.” You gave him a big smile, the biggest smile you can muster to hide your heartbreak. 
Xiao nodded quietly, took a deep breath, then he looked straight at you, “Just so we’re clear, Y/N...”
“Yeah?”
“You do know I was talking about you right?”
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nemeseos-noctua · 3 years
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Hello! It's nice to see a new genshin impact writer! I saw requests are open, and there's two I have in mind (if it's ok with you): One is for Razor, Albedo, Xiao, and ganyu (possibly Aether if you can) wherein Reader is scared of love. Like, they're scared of opening up and love someone in fear of rejection or being tossed away. But yet they still daydream having someone who'd love them making it more obvious how much they want to love despite their fears anyway--
With this information, how will they confess to Reader about their feelings? Or comfort/console them?
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𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆: albedo, xiao, ganyu, (separate) x gn!reader
𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒: reader has a pyro vision, albedo and xiao story spoilers in their parts
𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐒: srry for cutting some characters off!! the character limit is 3! (but personally i would write for aether hehe hes so cute i love him)
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you just so happened to have a quest in dragonspine
you did not expect to see fatui—especially not fight them
and... you did not expect to get ganged up on! what is this? a bully session? what the heck?
Among the brawn and burly figures of the Fatui members, you didn’t fail to notice a streak of blonde and dazzling blue from a distance—your eyes widening as you prayed to whatever archon would dare to listen...
Please, please don’t be another stupid enemy. You thought with a grimace, your heart pounding in your chest as you could hear a voice—it was calm yet strong, like a endless waterfall or a river creek.
“Burst forth!” 
In a matter of seconds, a geo flower emerged from the earth, your form being lifted up on the tiny platform as shards of crystallized rock formed under you, nearly stabbing you in the gut.
Who? What? How? Who was this stranger? This vision-wielder?
Wasting no time, you plummeted down on a nearby Fatui—deeming this geo-user as ‘safe’, you summoned your own flames, charring the crystal snow black as you wrapped your arm around the blonde, barely taking any time to observe his features.
from then on, you never expected to grow close to this mystery man
turns out he was the chief alchemist of the knights! you weren’t personally associated with the knights... but being chief alchemist certainly was a grand title, right?
with the use of your pyro vision, you helped accompany—albedo—you learned his name was
at first, the two of you were just exploration buddies. but as time went on, butterflies began to form in your stomach, nervousness seemed to peak when he was around
love was like a poison—you knew it’d hurt, you knew it’d kill you to have a drop—
but you wanted it. you wanted love, you wanted to be held by albedo and to twirl his silky hair around your fingers...
but—would he want you?
You wanted to love Albedo so badly.
Yet you knew, you couldn’t. The alchemist just wasn’t the type for love, he was not the type to give kisses or reassurances, nor was he the type to confess with a rose in his hands.
It wouldn’t hurt to dream, though. 
The thoughts you had before you slept were of him, of how pretty his eyes were—you couldn’t even pinpoint a color for it. Sometimes, they were blue, sometimes, they were teal. 
With every shooting star that’d zip past the sky, every eyelash that’d fall and every fire that’d be lit with the palm of your hands... you hoped for a love. A love so grand it’d outshine the sun, a love so grand it could make you forget the past and undo the pain of before.
But, in the depths of your mind, in the wings of the butterflies that’d flutter in your stomach... you knew—
Albedo did not love you. 
albedo initially thought of you as a torch lighter.
LOOK, HE IS A LOGICAL AND RESOURCEFUL MAN. he does not see the world with a rosie-colored-lens like how many others do—he sees it as the facts
and with your pyro vision? combined with dragonspine, ooh, please... ain’t that a match lighter?
but as time went on, he started to see you in a new light
you were knowledgeable, you respected his views and even contributed sometimes! you were no prodigy of alchemy, of course, but you were well-versed in combat and oftentimes knew how to navigate dragonspine
(he asked you how you knew dragonspine so well. all you told him was “Pain”)
but... albedo is observant. he’s definitely aware of your feelings and nervousness, how you get overly sweaty near him and fumble on your words
it’s then he realizes—he likes you too
love is a foreign concept to him, uncharted territory and an unexplored region. of course, as an alchemist, it is up to him to discover the unknown
and love—love is unknown
how could one possibly dedicate their entire life to another? albedo always questioned this notion, for humans were free beings that wanted nothing more than to break free of their shackles
and yet—the moment the alchemist met you? all of those questions flew out of the window
he wished... he wished to love you. but to him, it looks as if you do not want to love him
It’s frustrating, really.
How Albedo would brush over your hand mindlessly, how he’d hand you an object and let your fingertips meet for two seconds too many, how his cold yet soft lips would curve into a smile upon seeing you return from your endeavors.
Why? Why? Why? Why did he do this? Was he aware of the way he made you go crazy? 
You wanted to love him, so so bad—but—
“[Y/N],” Albedo’s voice seemed to pierce through your thoughts as if he had heard them.
“Y-Yes?” You turned immediately, the rush of your heart not calming a bit, the nervousness of your leg that bounced up and down as a remedy that you wish didn’t have to be so obvious.
Averting his eyes from yours, you missed the pixie blush that dusted the tip of his ears. He was not aware of your insecurities—but he was aware of one thing.
That—that he liked you... a lot, in fact.
“Recently...” Albedo started, clearing his throat anxiously before continuing, “I have started to develop some... feelings, for you. It is okay if you do not reciprocate, but it feels wrong to think about you in such a light when you are not awa—“
“Yes!”
You winced.
And then, everything seemed to crumble. Was he talking about someone else? Was there someone behind you? Was this a mindless prank? As it had been all those years ag—
A hand rested on your cheek, bringing you back to reality with the mere touch of his fingers.
albedo... in all of his intelligent prowess... was not expecting for you to say yes
in the public, he is a genius— a prince, a prodigy, even. but to him, he is but a failed student who is trying his best in completing his master’s final orders:
find the meaning of life
what is life? life is broad, life is different, life is... well, life.
at first, albedo had assumed that his master was talking about living life, as in plants or animals.
but now—with you, with klee, with mondstadt, with everyone. 
the chief alchemist seemed to realize:
life, life was in you.
life brought joy, laughter, pain, excitement, happiness—
and sometimes, even love
“But Albedo I—“
“It’s okay, [Y/N]. Though I am not personally aware of what seems to be troubling you, I will do everything in my power to assure that you feel comfortable with me.”
Life was short, Albedo noted. 
So—he wants to enjoy it.
—With you.
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xiao does not fear rejection, but he does fear love
how pitiful... for a guardian yaksha such as him to fear such a trivial matter
love—love was scary. love could take control of him like how he was manipulated in the archon war, love could tug his arms and move him around like a puppet
he, adeptus xiao, did not want to love
but then, you came in. and it frustrated him tremendously. you were but a mere mortal, a fleeting life that came into his eternal one. you were someone who he did not deserve
and yet, he loved you
so much, so so so much, he can’t bear it. he can take on all those karmic binds, all those whispers and hatred—yet he cannot bear the love he feels for you. he cannot bear the way his heart races or leaps whenever he sees you, he cannot bear you
but—his heart does not like the fact that you feel the same
you had told him before, one night, a few months ago... you told him how you were afraid of love
you were afraid of getting tossed away, of being forgotten like the fallen archons in war, like a side character in a play of fontaine
and all xiao could do was scoff. whoever dared to throw you away would meet his spear, his rage. he could not fathom a world where you were hated, where anyone would dare to reject you—because, because—
you were his world, regrettably
Pacing up the stairs of Wangshu Inn, you ignored the gross feeling of your clothes sticking to your skin.
“[Y/N].”
Jolting up, your eyes met with that of the Guardian Yaksha—his piercing gaze and unwavering strength eyeing you down as if you were a pest.
“You’re going to get sick. Your mortal body cannot withstand such weather,” Xiao scolded, and on cue, a flash of light zipped through the air, the deep rumble of thunder following soon after.
Observing the way you flinched at the noise, Xiao merely wrapped an arm around your waist, teleporting you to the top of the inn and into your room.
“Dry up. I will return with soup,” The adeptus waved off your nervous gaze. He was not stupid, he has seen mortals succumb to sickness, and he hopes that you will not be one of them.
but as he heads to the kitchen, he cannot help but notice—notice the fact that you seemed to be... uneasy around him
was it something he said? was he perhaps too harsh with you? you of all people should know his words mean well, though...
and ugh, here it is again. the feeling of love that made even him overthink the smallest of things
yet after he brought you some soup and got you into bed, the question still ran around his mind like a halo. did you hate him? was this sickness bringing out your true thoughts?
well, yes and no
“Xiao...” You quietly murmured, wincing as the winds picked up inside your room, materializing a certain Yaksha out of thin air.
“What?”
“I’m sorry...”
“...?”
Rushing up to you, Xiao immediately placed a hand on your forehead, worried that you were on the brink of death.
“I’m sorry for liking you.”
“... What?” His eyes widened in disbelief, in shock. Sorry? Why were you sorry? Did you regret liking him? Was that why—
“I know...” You trailed off, in a drunken state of sickness, “That you don’t love me. But that’s okay. I just... wanted to let you know... because I’m afraid you’ll say no... but if you say no, I can at least move on...”
Staring at you fiercely, his breath hitched in his throat. No? No? He would never say no to you, ever, ever.
“Don’t move on,” Was all he could muster. 
Don’t. He wasn’t ready for love, no, he never was—but—
He did not want you to leave. 
This action of sickness was finally a catalyst, a catalyst for Xiao to confess to you properly when you were in the right state of mind.
And hopefully—when he does, you will say yes. 
xiao only confesses because he does not want to lose you
his karmic binds, the whispers, the screams. he does not want you to get tainted by them—so he is selfish, he is selfish for loving you and confessing to you... but he, he cannot bear to see you go
a double-edged sword, love is. it stabs his heart, skewering it as if it were nothing. it plunges his mind, clouding his thoughts as they fill with you and only you
can’t he just indulge in this fluffy feeling, once?
no—he doesn’t deserve it, he doesn’t deserve you.
Under the rising stars and floating lanterns, the two of you sit. It is an unspoken love, you both share, it is an unwritten rule that paints the back of your minds like a canvas of colors. 
But love—is love. Love is the rainbow that forms in the sky when the rain is over, love is the sun that shines, washing away all of the coldness of the world.
Love is you.
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ganyu feels... alone
so when you come into her life like a prospering glaze lily, she wants nothing more than to love you!
but you, confuse her. she is 100% sure you return her feelings, so why do you not seem to be... excited, about it?
To an immortal like Ganyu—love changes. At first, love was for the world, but then it shifted for mankind, and then it moved to... you.
She was no strange to love, in fact, she welcomed it! Ganyu wants to feel as mortal as possible, so when you stumble in and make her fumble for words—she knows she has fallen.
Like a meteor or a person—she falls for you. Everything reminds her of you, every flower and every bird makes her want to talk to you and spend her time with you.
But lately—you have been quite... reserved.
at first, ganyu thinks she is the problem. that she has done something wrong and she is a terrible crush
but then, she hears rumors. rumors about your past loves and how they rejected you mercilessly, how they played you like a marinette doll and caused you pain
to ganyu—that is the lowest any mortal could ever go. but for now, that is not her problem. she wants to help you, to make you realize that you are deserving of love and that you—you make her feel love
she—of course, does not confront you about this directly. ganyu is far too experienced to bring up past conflicts
but, she will subtly make you realize her feelings. with morning and night walks around liyue harbor, with hangouts and ‘dates’ at liuli pavilion...
love... it’s quite beautiful, isn’t it?
“Ah, the food here is certainly marvelous,” Ganyu gushed, enjoying a nice plate of jade parcels as you spared a smile.
“Yes, thank you for this, Ganyu. I know you work a lot and—“
“Of course, [Y/N]. Everyone needs breaks,” The woman returned your kind gesture, eyes crinkling in amusement as your heart pounded so loudly in your chest.
“In all honesty, [Y/N]. I feel quite a connection to you, and though I am aware you are hesitant— I just wanted to let you know that you are loved... by many people, not only me,” Ganyu rested her chopsticks down, making complete eye contact with you as her blue hair framed her face. The black and red horns that adorned her head glimmered—the kindness and delicate features of her nose and lips, her eyes and smile—
Your breath hitched.
ganyu—of course— does not expect an answer right away!
in fact, she thinks it’s quite unorthodox to confess to someone who is afraid of love—but her instincts told her it was right
it was abrupt, she knows. you don’t have to say yes, she knows.
but still, love was a game of chance—just as gambling, betting, anything. love was a game for two
so she took it. she took the chance, hoping that maybe you, you’d say yes.
“I...” You trailed off. You didn’t know Ganyu returned your feelings, neither did you ever imagine she could... Ganyu was half-adeptus, a caliber above you and your mortal-ness! Why would she ever think of you as anything more tha—
“Do not be afraid, [Y/N],” Ganyu’s voice was gentle as she soothed you. She had been here before, she had seen you cry out of a yearning for something you couldn’t have, she had seen your heart shatter and your mindset retract.
“I... like you too,” You responded, you felt light-headed, like you were soaring in the clouds that not even Celestia could bring you down.
Love, love was a gamble. And sometimes, you’d get your heart broken, your soul broken...
But love—it wasn’t so bad after all.
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― constellations!
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Procrastination’s end
Continuation of Worth<-
As another day’s end drew near, Keqing sat quietly in her personal study inside the cozy tea pot. With orange rays of light shining in and a warm tea by her side, Keqing found herself relaxed when a knock at her door came. Moments later, Chongyun and Amber came inside.
Keqing:What brings you two here? Did someone call an emergency meeting?
Chongyun:No, no meeting.
Amber:Just a long overdue gift. *shows crown* Heard you were ready?
Keqing:Hehe, to be honest…I still have my reservations, but you wouldn’t be here if you hadn’t gotten everything needed already.
Amber:You know…you both are really special to me. In our own special way we’ve beaten the odds. *soft smile*
Keqing:Huh?
Amber:There’s only been three times I can remember when I trained so hard that I couldn’t draw my bow. The first was when I tried for the knights exam. Second was early on with either; gaining strength every day. As for the third, it was when I first head about Yoimiya.
Keqing:Oh, I remember those days. You were gone so much that Aether had asked Xiao to keep an eye out.
Amber:I still remember the day Aether found me on top a mountain and much like you, I knew I didn’t have much strength left to find. Even so, Aether didn’t mind. He helped me remember I wasn’t doing things alone and I’d always have a spot. I’m actually glad Yoimiya joined. Not only is she sweet, but the competition actually made me stronger when I thought I was done.
Chongyun:Between Ganyu being here and learning about Ayaka, I felt my time left leading was finite. I never expected it to be the opposite. It’s like Amber said, we’ve beaten the odds.
Amber:This world is constantly changing, but let the crown show everyone that you changed just as much, standing taller than you ever had.
They walked over to Keqing. She made no effort to protest, and only smiled kindly as she tilted her head down. The crown was placed perfectly on her. The three captains all share a laugh, looking back on their time spent together.
xxxx
A little later outside, Keqing makes her way back to the house after a light walk. She makes it as far as the water fountain outside the main entrance when she notices her team standing by it. Kazuha and Albedo sit peacefully on the rim while Barbara stands in the middle, a crown hanging from her fingertips.
Keqing:Guys, I couldn’t. You-
Barbara:Upupup! Aren’t you the one always telling us to accept things as they are?
Kazuha:I still remember the first day I met you. Much like Beidou, your eyes lit up like lightning itself during our very first team up.
Keqing:*red* I was impressed by your skill with a blade.
Kazuha:And the strength I helped you reach. To think I’d be the electro elements best friend is quite the honor.
Albedo:The two of us had have quite the journey. “Reach what I reach. Strike as I strike. If we do that, then lightning really will strike twice.”
Keqing:Why do you remember that?
Albedo:Because I found it pretty earnest. You told me it felt freeing having me around. I have to say that goes both ways. I never felt the pressure of if I was hitting hard enough, because I knew you were making up the difference. Now we’re much stronger and I don’t even wonder how things will turn out.
Barbara:We’ve been joined at the hip since you first got here. “Keep me healthy and I’ll keep you safe. As long as your ring is around me, then we’re both actually fighting.”
Keqing:You make it sound like it wasn’t your idea to electro charge enemies this way.
Barbara:I can’t take all the credit. I only thought of it because I worked so much with Chongyun. Still, it made me happy seeing how much you liked the idea. Then with their help, it as if no enemy was ever out of reach.
Kazuha:No matter the circumstances, our target was clear. Where one couldn’t reach, the others stretched out to close the gap. So take this crown as proof of that promise and as gratitude.
Albedo:No matter how things change…
Barbara:Or whoever arrives next…
KAB: We will always be ready to travel alongside you.
Keqing had no words. All she could do was take a knee. Her wonderful team surrounded her then placed the glorious crown upon her head.
Keqing:I won’t let you down.
Barbara:You never do.
xxxx
At last the day had ended. Affection and compliments weren’t foreign but Keqing honestly couldn’t believe how well she kept things together. She really liked her friend’s kind words but they were so embarrassing! To make it worse, Aether was definitely waiting somewhere with the third crown. Her nimble feet carefully went towards her house in silence. She thought she was in the clear when the man himself opened her front door, locking eyes instantly.
Aether:….You forgot I had a key?
Keqing:I did. Completely skipped my mind.
Aether:If it makes you feel better, Ganyu is in Liyue so you weren’t hiding.
Keqing:*red* I love this effort but please, I don’t think I can take another emotional speech.
Aether:I have no speech. I already told you everything in Inazuma. Except one thing. *puts crown on her* I love you, and congratulations. You fought well.
That was is it. Keqing couldn’t take it anymore. Her eyes watered and she huffed, trying to maintain some kind of composure. Aether pulled her into a hug like before and she didn’t hesitate to hug him back; her face against his shoulder to hide the tears that managed to escape.
Keqing:I love you too, all of you.
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wesimpforxiao · 3 years
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Say My Name and I’ll Be There:  8.4; Lantern Rite 3
X-Xiao...kissed me...?  You still couldn't wrap your head around what just happened, even after he seemed to move on from the topic and sit back down on the viewing rock, his eyes casting a wonderous gaze at the lights that floated above the two of you.  You were unaware that his and your eyes had flashed their signature glow when he placed a kiss between your brows, signaling the official sealing of your bond with the adeptus.
So it's sealed, Xiao made the conscious effort to keep his eyes on the lanterns while he thought to himself.  Her pain should subside now.  He could still hear the faint bustling of Liyue Harbor to the right of the cliff, and his lips twitched into a miniscule frown for a split second.  I won't be able to hear her play music anymore.  His gaze flit to you, still recuperating from his touch and a deep shade of crimson.
"Aren't you going to sit?"  His words sliced through the silent air much like his blade.  
"U-uh, yes!"  You squeaked, putting a bit of space between your bodies in the process, mostly because of embarrassment.  "So, um...the lanterns...do you like them?"  Your fidgeted with the hem of your shirt.
"They...are not half-bad," he begrudgingly admitted.  When you sent him a glance, you noted the pink that painted the tips of his ears as he avoided looking your way.  
"I'm glad I got to see you today," you smiled and returned your gaze to the sky.  A comfortable silence befell you two, while the crickets began to sing and the fireflies assisted in lighting the hill alongside the lanterns.  It was peaceful.  Even after the lights of the lanterns dimmed and could no longer be seen in the air, the two of you sat overlooking the harbor.  
"When will you be leaving?"
"At the end of the week, at the latest.  We might be leaving tomorrow--er, I guess it's technically today now--but Childe hasn't said anything yet."  You caught a glimpse of what you assumed to be dejection in his eyes, and tussled his hair.
"What are you doing? I'm not a child," he dodged you before your hand could mess his hair up even more.  His eyes narrowed at you with suspicion, not quite knowing what you were getting at.
"You looked sad, so I thought I should cheer you up," you answered cheekily, much to his bemusement.
"I do not understand how patronizing me is supposed to 'cheer' me up," he watched your hand come up and run through his hair much gentler this time.
"I'd rather get you to banter with me than look like that."  You had thought he would pull away again, but much to your surprise he held still--and even seemed to lean in slightly as if he enjoyed the gesture.  "Can I play with your hair, Xiao?"
"Why bother asking when you're already doing it?" He half-complained before getting up and sitting in front of you so his back leaned against your shins and his head lay onto the spots above your knees.  He made a show of false disinterest as per usual, but he ended his little charade with a slim smile as he looked up at your embarrassed expression.
He's never been this open, you struggled to comprehend his gestures while your hands re-embedded themselves in his locks.  I’m blessed to see his smile.  He watched you closely, observing the small waves of happiness, excitement, shock and embarrassment wash over your face.  He observed the gentle nature in your eyes, and the content smile you'd return to him when you occasionally worked up the courage to meet his gaze halfway.  
Eventually, you felt his shoulders relax and he allowed himself to put his full weight against you, his eyes hesitantly fluttering closed soon after.  If a kiss to the eyelids was a sign of placing trust in one another, this had to be the ultimate display of trust coming from the adeptus.  He never slept when you were adventuring with Aether--or at least, you never caught him batting an eye.  Always said something like 'You have no respect for the ways of the adepti,' or 'Sleep is for mortals.'
And yet here you were, stuck between him and the rock you sat on, as his breathing turned slow and shallow, his face relaxing to that of a rare vulnerability of a long-lost innocence both of you thought he no longer had.  It was clear he reveled in your touch as you traced circles along his scalp and lulled him to sleep with the soft familiar hum of your moonsong.  Even after the lights of the stars were the only ones illuminating your dark surroundings, you continued to hold him.
The yaksha's dreams were light and fleeting, much like his natural agility in combat.  Dreaming was rare, but when it happened, it seldom excluded the voices of bygone gods and wraiths.  What was once an image of the human he came to love was now a void of indescribable darkness that loomed ever closer to his restrained soul.  Threats of instilling terror, misfortune, and death upon you reached his ears, and the tension around his chest tightened until he found it difficult to breathe.  
When he felt like he was drowning, being swallowed by the fear of losing you, hurting you, causing you pain--
You felt Xiao tense against you and peered down at him to find his eyebrows furrowed together and the corner of his lips twitching.  Is he having a nightmare?  You observed him for a moment, nearly jumping out of your skin when he--quite literally--began to growl much like an agitated animal.  His eyes were still squeezed shut, albeit tighter than before, and his nails dug themselves into his skin like he was struggling to ground himself.  The feral look on his face made your jaw tighten.
Once you recovered from having the daylights scared out of you, one of your hands left his hair and traced his temple in a circular motion.  "It's okay, I'm here."
Xiao jolted awake, one of his hands shooting up to grab your wrist in a tight grip as if he had thought he was about to be attacked.  His eyelids flew open just as quickly, his breathing an unsteady pant and his blurry vision finally coming to focus on the shadow of the concerned human that loomed over his body.  His grip loosened when he realized it was you, and his thumb rubbed the spot where his nails had broken skin with a guilty look in his eyes.
"Are you okay?"  He had moved so quickly, you weren't even aware that he had scratched you.  You rotated your hand so that you could hold his, giving him a reassuring smile when he squeezed back.  His gaze hardened as he lifted his head and broke eye contact.
"It was nothing." He was wide awake now, not being able to bear another one of those stupid dreams.  He didn't need that right now; he just wanted to bask in your presence and forget about his worries.  But that intense fear of his selfishness bringing harm to you loomed at the back of his mind as he glanced over to you.
Can I really indulge in such humanistic behaviors and put you in danger?  
"Xiao?  What's wrong?"  There was that look again; it wasn't his usual indifferent expression, but one that revealed a heavy burden of anxiety in the depths of his pupils.
Can I allow myself to be vulnerable with you, without a guilty conscience?  Zhongli even said himself that you would be in danger of his karma even after the bond is sealed...So why did he do it?  Why did he admit his feelings while knowing it would cause you pain in the long run?  Did human emotions cause him to think irrationally and make a brash decision?  Is that what they do?
"...Xiao?"
"Rise."  The adeptus swallowed the heavy lump in his throat and wrapped an arm around you until the surrounding world warped unsteadily.  The feeling nearly made you vomit, but just as quickly as the world spun, it stopped and your feet were on steady ground again.  
"Huh?"  You caught your bearings and took a moment to recognize your surroundings.  The two of you were in a small bedroom, with the moonlight falling through the window.  "Is this Wangshu Inn?  I-I can't...Childe said I can't be here--"
"Humans need sleep to function properly.  You can't sleep outside."  He shot you a stern look when you opened your mouth to protest further, and you couldn't help but think he was trying to push you away again.
This time, he was doing it a bit differently.  
"Where will you sleep?"  You gestured around the small room that had only one bed.
"I have business to attend to.  I'll be back by sunrise."
You took a deep breath and took the plunge.  "You can't run away from your fears, Xiao."  The yaksha froze, one of his eyebrows twitching in response.  "That's what you're doing right now, isn't it?"
"Mortals do not understand the burdens adepti--"  A raised brow got the words stuck in his throat.  The bond is sealed, is it not?  How can she see right through me?
"I asked you to trust me, Xiao.  Don't burden yourself so much.  I can take some of the weight off your shoulders; all you have to do is let me."
A human helping an adeptus with his burden? It shouldn't be that way.  What could you even do for me?  The weight on my shoulders would crush you.  He wanted to mutter the words, but it was clear they would fall on deaf ears at the moment.  He desperately wanted to disappear from the room for your own protection against his karmic debt, and he would've, but...I don't want to leave just yet.
The yaksha positioned himself so that he leaned against the door while you got under the fluffy covers that lay on the bed.  It had to be two in the morning by now, surely, your human mind must be exhausted.  He could go without sleep after that awful dream earlier...
"Xiao?"  Your half-whisper travelled through the dark room.  "Can you, um...Will you...Could you maybe lay next to me?"
It took a moment for your words to be processed.  Join her in bed?  Why?  "I'm naturally inclined to stand watch.  Go to sleep." A meek and disappointed 'okay' from the bed drew a reluctant sigh from his lips, but you had already drifted off.  It didn’t take long for the air in the room to grow unusually cold, and the familiar groans accompanying your nightmares to be heard.
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"I won't let you take him!"  Your cry dropped the temperature of the throne room below zero, and your captor laughed at the pitiful display of power.  Despite your show of bravado, you were trembling before her.
"I know what you've been thinking," the archon's lips spread into a thin, daring smile.  "Heed my words, Mezzetin, you are still and always will be under my control."  The amusement didn't reach her eyes.
"Stay away!"  A warning shot of solid ice grazed the Tsaritsa's cheek, to which her eyes narrowed after recovering from what you assumed was shock.  Shock that you actually touched her.  "If you dare to touch him, I'll--"
"You'll what?"  She tested with a raised brow, motioning for Scaramouche to bring out the messy gift of a bloodied, unconscious--or dead--yaksha.  He threw him at your feet.
"No!"
Your eyelids shot open, nose inhaling a deep, slow breath when your consciousness returned to the room in Wangshu Inn.  Light flooded through the windows and illuminated your surroundings, and you could hear the local wildlife singing in the tree branches directly outside the window.
It seems like you also had an unconscious fear eating away at you, just like Xiao.  But something about that nightmare was off...why did she look at you like that?  The shock on her face...Was that your unconscious view of her, or was it something more?  Surely she couldn't have actually been in your dream.  The mere idea of it sent a chill down your spine.
And what was with this qingxin flower-scented pillow? It was nice and toasty, and--Oh my gods, why is it moving?!
"X-Xiao?!"  Your gaze dropped to your arms, which were wrapped tightly around his abdomen.  Your head shot up only to hit his lower jaw, drawing groans from both of you.  I'm cuddling him?! What the hell?!
"You wanted me here," he muttered shyly while rubbing the spot you had just collided with.  "You weren't sleeping well."
"But...But I thought you declined!"  Despite your obvious distress, your grip around him didn't loosen, and he didn't make it a goal to move, either.  He tensed when you returned to your original spot with your face buried at the crook of his neck.  Your disturbing dream was long-forgotten now that you had this to worry about.
"You're telling me you don't remember dragging me under the covers?"
"EH?!"  Your face burned hot with embarrassment and you raised your head to look at him in horror.  This time, your grip around him loosened.  I sleep walk?  I don’t remember ever having that habit.  What else have I done?!  "Did I really do that?"
"Hmph."  The slightest twitch at the corner of his lips.  He was laughing at you.  Foolish.  Of course you didn't.
"You're so mean!" You gawked and reburied your face once you caught onto his amusement, his arm hesitantly slinking across you in response.  You'd never been so close to him before.  It was difficult to calm yourself from being so up-close and personal with him so early in the morning; the way his toned stomach rose and fell as he breathed, his breath tickling your ear; how muscular his arm felt on top of you...Ooooh, this was too much to deal with after just waking up--Archons, what're you even thinking this early in the morning?!
Xiao thought it was odd how often your ears turned a bright shade of red, but he never brought it up.  He had a feeling if he pointed it out you would just turn a deeper shade and evade giving a straight answer.  Maybe Zhongli or Aether could help him understand this weird human display...
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"Good morning, Zhongli! Aether! Paimon!"  Your excited wave to the trio grabbed their attention as they walked through the main street of Liyue.  "Sorry about, er, running away last night!"  
"You're looking better," Paimon commented while a relieved Aether returned your greeting.  "What's got your spirit up?"
"Hm?"  Your fingers twitched.  "Oh, uh, well..."  You looked to Xiao for an easy getaway.  "I found him, so..."
"I found you," the adeptus corrected, arms crossing across his chest as he avoided your gaze.  
"Did you see the Mingxiao lantern?  It exploded! It was so cool!"  When you shook your head 'no,' Aether busily filled you in with graphic details of the largest plaustrite lantern in twenty years.
Xiao's avoiding eye contact, and you are brimming with happiness while sneaking glances at him...Zhongli observed you two extra carefully, taking note of every minute movement you were making.  I see.  The bond may or may not have sealed, but I am almost certain another event came to pass last night.  These are the symptoms humans call 'afterglow,' are they not?
Zhongli cleared his throat and interrupted the animated conversation.  "It is not a Liyue specialty, but why don't I treat you all to a meal of red bean rice?"
"Red bean rice? What's that?"  Aether scrunched his eyebrows together when he didn’t recognize the name of the dish.  It was a given he would be the one to pay for it all, so he was conditioned into automatically accepting the matter.  It no longer surprised him that Zhongli would offer to pay despite lacking mora.
"Oh! Paimon knows this one!" The floating mascot hurriedly whirled around with stars in her eyes at the thought of food.  "It's traditionally an Inazuman dish, but it is served on special occasions like weddings, birthdays, and--"
"What's the occasion?" It was your turn to send Zhongli a quizzical look, but Xiao looked disinterested in the conversation.  "I don't remember any of our birthdays coming up, and we definitely don't have any weddings, either."
Zhongli thought it was the most obvious thing in the world, and he faced you with a straight expression.  "In honor of your consummation, of course."
"WHAT?!"  You nearly choked on nothing, while Aether and Paimon's jaws practically dropped to the floor.  Today's morning air seemed to heat up quite a bit, aha...
"W-wait, Zhongli! You can't just blurt that out!" Paimon frantically waved her hands out in front of her.  "People don't talk about that in public! It's inappro--"
"Wow, um," Aether awkwardly scratched the back of his head and released a nervous laugh.  "This isn't really something I thought I'd have to hear about."  He shyly averted his eyes to avoid your flabbergasted gawking.
"Wait! That's not...That didn't...!"  You failed to blurt the words out as your cheeks heated up more and more.  Oh boy, it was getting especially hot in the sun, wasn't it?  "We didn't!"  Your head whipped to Xiao, and you urged him on.  "Say something!"
"I-is this true, Xiao?"  Despite Aether's awkwardness, it was clear as day that he and Paimon just had to have confirmation to quell their disbelief and recover from the shock of Zhongli's bluntness.  "Did you guys...?"
"We slept together, yes."
"XIAO!"  Your shriek of horror caught the attention and annoyance of the strangers walking past the group as they were cleaning up from the Lantern Rite.  Feeling all eyes on you, your shrunk in on yourself, face burning with even more embarrassment.  The way he said it! Without so much as a smidge of hesitation!  This humiliation was too much; honestly, you’d prefer if you could crawl into a hole and hide right now.  "He didn't mean it like that!" You whisper-yelled at the trio, who all held smug, knowing expressions that weren’t too far off from that Albedo-fellow you met.  "Will you stop?! We just slept next to each other, that's it! I swear!"  You sent a slight glare in Xiao's direction.
"Oh-ho?" The all-too familiar sneer of a harbinger brought you a small sense of relief now that the attention shifted away from you.  "That's it, ojou-chan?"  Childe's cocky grin prompted you to roll your eyes.  Finally, some color's returned to your cheeks.  And that constant grimace of pain is absent, too...So their bond must be sealed; her Majesty will be pleased.
"Stay away from her!  Aether!"  Paimon gestured for the boy to pull his sword, and he did.  Xiao simultaneously sidestepped ahead of you, his face distorting into a scowl.  Zhongli, on the other hand remained still, his eyes the coldest you've ever seen.
"Relax.  I'm not here to fight," Childe chided. He remained as relaxed and unconcerned as ever despite Aether pointing the edge of the blade at his throat.  This man faced death with a smile-
"That's what you said last time, and you proceeded to attack us anyway," the traveler growled.  
"That's in the past."  Childe's eyes flit to Zhongli for a moment.  Ah, so he still hasn't told them?  Does the yaksha know, then?  He caught the uneasy side glance Xiao gave his master.  He does.  This’ll be interesting.  His gaze shifted to you.  "You disobeyed orders last night, Mezzetin."
"Mezzetin?"  Paimon's face twisted unhappily.  "What kind of dumb pet name is that?"
"Step closer, and I'll use force," warned the yaksha, who didn't conjure his weapon to avoid the prying eyes of Liyue's citizens.  Not that it would make a difference, anyway; people were already casting side glances at Aether's sword.
"No, you wouldn't.  Not here," the harbinger called his bluff, and didn't remove his gaze from you.  "So, I take it your time here was well-spent?  Good.  We'll be leaving tomorrow."
You took a half-step forward.  "Tomorrow? But--"
"I'm afraid I have business to discuss with you," Zhongli finally broke his silence, and the atmosphere grew tense when Childe's gaze sharpened in response.  "It may delay your leave."
"Oh?  Whatever do you want to discuss with me, Mr. Zhongli?"  The atmosphere grew heavier until it felt like the entire group was suffocating, Childe's icy smile sending chills down your spine.  He wore his usual friendly façade, but that just made it all the more worrisome as his eyes were vacant and calculating.  
"Uh-oh," Paimon squeaked, and disappeared.
"I'm sorry, dear friends, but I will have to take a rain check on our little celebration."
"We weren't even celebrating anything!"  Heat rose to your cheeks until the archon sent you an admonishing look that told you it really wasn't the time for your chirps.  He was practically emanating anger, hot and boiling to the point where you couldn't bear to stand there any longer.  It was like being in a boiling pot of water.
"Come."  Xiao snapped you out of your daze and encouraged you and Aether to follow him.  "They have matters to discuss."
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fandom-soups · 2 years
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The Pocky Game (XiaoGan)
This is also on my a03 but I edited it a bit, so I might as well put it here too!
Usually, Mr. Zhongli’s house was fairly quiet on a school night. Little Qiqi would be off doing her homework, and Xiao would either be helping her or away at someone else’s place. Particularly, to Ganyu’s. He found himself spending more and more time with her, much to the confusion of their peers.
From there, his friend group branched out. They all convened at his home to bond. Xiao wasn’t very fond of the idea, obviously, but somehow, Ganyu pierced his heart that evening.
”You’ll love it, I promise! I’ll stick by your side the whole time if you need me to!”
Something about that girl managed to make him agree to just about anything that’d make her happy. So, they sat around his room on the second floor. It was across from Qiqi’s but she promised not to disturb her brother while his friends were over, regardless of how much she liked being around Ganyu.
Aether dragged Venti along since the “bard” had nothing better to do. Lumine tagged along with her brother since she and Ganyu were actually fairly close. They talked, mostly about student council and girl stuff, and Xiao sat awkwardly beside Ganyu the entire time. Lumine noticed his awkward demeanor and excused herself from her conversation to get a snack from her bag. she had thrown it against the wall near the door along with her brother’s and Venti’s. Ganyu abruptly turned to Xiao, startling him.
“Why so tense, Xiao?” Ganyu tilted her head to the raven haired male. She shot him a soft smile that happened to make him hesitate in his response.
“I’m not...” Xiao muttered and averted his gaze. Ganyu gave him a curious glance, but the shaking of a box in the direction Lumine went in. Everyone in the room turned towards her, and Venti immediately got excited.
“Since it’s obvious that we’ve all broken off into pairs, I’ve got a game for us to play!” Lumine announced and tossed the two boxes she held towards Ganyu and Aether. Ganyu fumbled to catch it, and Venti snatched it from the air before Aether could.
“Venti you’re not supposed to eat them yet-“
“But they’re so tasty!"
Ganyu giggled at her friend’s antics while she opened their own pack of snacks. Xiao’s pale face turned a light shade of pink for a moment.
“You’ve gotta tell me how many you break by the time I come back! And, how many you finished off!” Lumine instructed and creaked Xiao’s door open. Xiao frowned, knowing Lumine well enough that she'd pull something like this.
“And where are you going?” Her look alike questioned, much to Lumine’s annoyance. She swiftly turned back around, giving him a look.
“If you must know, I don’t plan on being the third wheel here. I’m gonna go mind my business while you all do whatever you want with the game,” she explained before exiting. She gave Xiao a knowing smile before she left, which ticked him off a bit.
“What’s just stopping us from eating these?” Xiao inquired while eying the box. Ganyu had set the now open box on his lap during the explanation.
“Because,” Ganyu’s voice made Xiao look up. He flinched when she held the end of the pocky stick in her mouth, the other half pointed at him. “It’ll be fun! And we get to eat them regardless of what happens!” She wiggled the stick between her lips, and Xiao began to sweat. He was usually ready for just about anything, but playing such a game with the girl he undoubtedly had a crush on was not one of them.
“Better hurry up Xiao! We’re on our fifth one over here!” Venti teased with a smug wink. A flushed Aether forced the shorter male to face him by grabbing his chin.
“Because you keep sliding them out of my mouth just to eat them yourself!” Aether lamented and narrowed his eyes at the ravenette. Venti simply chuckled in response, poking his nose. Xiao glared daggers at Venti before turning back to Ganyu. She had a bit of a frown on her face.
“Do you not want to play with me? We can just eat it like normal if you want!” Ganyu offered and began to nubble lightly on the chocolatey treat. Xiao sheepishly shook his head and placed his lips at the other end. Then, he froze, unable to even nibble on the stick.
It seemed like a very intimate staring contest. While Venti and Aether goofed off and snuck in a few brief kisses before Venti ultimately stole the whole treat from Aether, Ganyu took her time with Xiao. She was aware of how emotionally reserved he was, and she was honestly just happy that he managed to get this far with her. She was incredibly patient, especially when he’d jolt his head down when they’d been staring at each other for too long.
No one in the room had ever seen Xiao with so much color to his face. He couldn’t help it. He pushed himself further with each attempt, but he ultimately couldn’t bring himself any closer than about two inches from Ganyu. He’d be the one to break it every time.
Even though Ganyu looked calm and cheery on the outside, she too had been growing embarrassed on the inside. This was the first guy she’d ever really gotten close to, and their lips had almost touched a couple times. She’d tried to muster up the courage to take a jump so Xiao wouldn’t have to, but backed out of it at the last second.
They reached their last one in no time. Venti smugly watched them from his spot next to a flushed Aether. The blonde had nearly passed out by the end of the game. He laid on Xiao’s floor, hands covering his face. Venti chuckled at his partner while he calmed himself down.
It was almost over. This embarrassing game was almost over, and Xiao couldn’t wait. But at the same time, he didn’t want it to end. He didn’t show it, but he was having fun with Ganyu. He even smiled a little, but only to where Ganyu could see it. She returned his smile with her own soft grin, taking a big bite out of the stick. This left Xiao a bit stunned, and Ganyu somewhat regretting the decision to take such a large bite. Xiao sucked in a breath, doing the same. Ganyu’s eyes widened, only to narrow at the sudden challenge he presented to her.
The two inch distance had long been tossed aside, but neither one of them could bring themselves to get any closer. Xiao was about to break it off, calling it quits for now, but out of the corner of his eye, he spotted his door opening slowly.
“Big brother, dad said to- Oh, you're busy... I’ll tell dad...” Qiqi peeked into the room. The door was left cracked after Aether went to use the bathroom earlier, so she let herself in after no one answered her soft knock. Xiao’s breath hitched, and he stumbled off the bed to chase down his monotoned sister. His lips accidentally pecked Ganyu’s in the process, but he was too busy going after Qiqi to notice. Ganyu, meanwhile, finished her half with blushing cheeks and a light chuckle at Xiao’s antics.
”That wasn’t so bad...” She thought, Venti giving her a thumbs up from across the room.
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amethystroselilith · 3 years
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Intertwined Fates (Chilumi/Zhonglumi) - Chapter 3
Uni is still hell ngl .-.
Can be read in ao3 here 
SUMMARY: Lumine feels like everything's falling right back into place as she looks forward to hers and Ajax's new chapter of their lives.The past stays in the past, right?
WARNING: Please be informed about the change of rating! This chapter includes ChiLumi smut, er, I'm not used to writing smut so I hope this one turned out fine... I'm more of a fluff writer but I wanna write new things :)
“Wow, sis, getting married twice while your older brother had never even popped the question to anyone.” Aether whistled after Lumine told him about her engagement, “A really beautiful ring too.” he was holding Lumine’s hand, observing the jewellery.
Lumine had already told her twin all about what happened on the very same day she got engaged, however, they didn’t really talk too long cause 1) Aether was out shopping with Keqing and 2) Ajax wanted to pull Lumine back into their little bubble again.
They are currently preparing for the day, Aether prepping the fresh fruits for their baked goods’ filling and toppings, while Lumine take notes of the special orders due for the day.
Lumine smiled warmly as she looked at the ring, “It was crafted by Ajax’s parents. I mean, it’s still annoying what Mom did, but at the same time… It just… I mean… It’s like…”
Aether smiled softly at how giddy his sister is acting, he never seen her this excited ever since… she started dating Zhongli. He never doubted his sister’s love for Ajax, but he could see the slight anxiousness in her eyes behind her smile when she announced they’re dating. Aether was worried he gave her bad advice about following her heart, but seeing the glow her sister is emitting, he can rest easy.
“Everything’s going to be alright again?” Aether finished for her.
“Yeah.” her face turned soft, “I love him so much,” she whispered as she held her hand to her chest, softly caressing the ring.
“Looks like I have to wait until I can propose to Keqing.” Aether chuckled, putting fresh fruits on a bowl for later use.
Lumine tensed at the realisation, “Oh my god… Were you…? Aeth, I’m so sorry…” she squeaked a bunch of apologies before Aether stopped her.
“Nah… Not really, I was just thinking about it though,” Aether said before sighing, “But then Keqing announced about a big business project and you know how she is, she’s going to be so busy for months.”
Lumine hummed, knowing full well of her brother’s workaholic girlfriend, “Well, it can be a nice little surprise after.” she suggested as she started lining up cupcakes for their displays later.
“I suppose so,” Aether thought about it, “but I guess I’ll start worrying about that when the time comes.” he shrugged.
“Knock, knock!” a cheery voice arrived.
“Xiangling, hey.” the twins greeted with a smile.
“Was there something wrong with the desserts we delivered?” Lumine asked.
Xiangling’s restaurant was just beside them, which gave Xiangling the great idea of working together, the twins share their desserts with her, she makes café meals for them. Xiangling, however, is usually very busy during work hours, only coming to visit when something is urgent.
“Oh, no, they’re amazing as usual!” Xiangling walked to Lumine, Guoba hanging on her back, before giving her a big hug, “Just want to say congrats to your engagement!” 
Lumine’s eyes widened, “A-ah, how did you know?” 
Xiangling looked at her with a confused expression, “Your mom posted a picture of her and Qiqi playing with a caption, ‘Spending time with my beautiful grandbaby to give her mother and my future son-in-law a break’. The last part is kinda weird if you ask me, but the comments are full of congratulations to the newly engaged couple so I assumed…” 
The twins sighed, of course, their mother wouldn’t respect their privacy. Lumine wondered what would’ve happened if they didn’t actually become engaged, but Lumine knows this is probably her mother’s doing of pushing her into it. She's glad she made the choice for herself.
“I was hoping to ask everyone to dinner at your restaurant so Ajax and I can announce it ourselves but it looks like mother beat us to it.” Lumine sighed but smile after, “But thanks, Xiangling! I appreciate you coming here just for me.” she said after giving her a hug, giving Guoba pats when he whined for it.
“Well, also wanted you to know that we hold wedding receptions too. I hope we’re fancy enough for your mother.” Xiangling teased.
“With your face and restaurant all over the news, I’m sure mother will be kissing your ass when she sees you.” Aether snickered.
“Well, she may do that, but if she ever did something out of the line to you guys, I won’t hesitate to fight her,” Xiangling said with a serious expression, Guoba growling to add effect.
“Thank you, guys.” Lumine chuckled.
“Much appreciated.” Aether smiled, “Here, have some Pie Mon, on the house.” 
Xiangling’s eyes sparkled, Guoba drooling behind her, “Oh my god, you know I can never resist this. I’ll be sending something extra special for your lunch!” she grinned before taking the dessert, “Well, I should head back to prep work, can’t leave Dad alone in the kitchen because he always ends up terrorizing the whole staff.” 
“Of course, of course.” Lumine chuckled, “Thanks, Xiang!” 
They all said their goodbyes before Xiangling left.
“Speaking of staff, do you think it’s time to promote…” Aether began talking about their staff members as they work.
The door once again opened, and Lumine can’t help freeze when she was met with cold eyes.
“I guess you’re finally replacing my brother,” Xiao stated coldly before taking his eyes off her and starting on doing his share of prep work.
It received a glare from Aether and a frown from Lumine.
While Xiao has always been quiet and reserved, he and Lumine had become close when she started dating Zhongli. Xiao had always been protective of Zhongli but after seeing how much she affected her brother, how much happier and brighter she made him, Xiao can’t help but love and respect her as well. They became close, and Xiao treasured that bond.
When his brother died, Xiao tried his best to be Lumine’s rock, it’s what his brother would like, but Xiao was grieving as well, it wasn’t an easy task to stay strong for himself and his sister-in-law, so he was glad Ajax was keeping them both afloat. Ajax was someone Xiao respects as well, he was there for him and his brother, helping them every way he can. Xiao thinks his brother is blessed with Ajax and Lumine.
That was until Xiao started seeing some things changing.
How their touches aren’t platonic anymore.
How Ajax’s kisses aren’t playful anymore.
How Lumine’s heart isn’t with Zhongli anymore.
Xiao felt sick when they announced their relationship, while their friends congratulated them, he excused himself, left them and went to Zhongli’s tomb. He felt so angry, he ranted how Ajax betrayed him, how Lumine replaced him, how unfair it is for everyone to just forget about him. And then he started sobbing, crying about how he felt so alone ever since Zhongli left him.
It was different ever since that day, while he tried to stay civil, even tried acting friendly as they interact with work, Xiao just can’t help but feel bitter and angry every time Ajax would visit Lumine. He knows they talked about it, knows Lumine asked Ajax to tone down the affection when he’s around. That’s just how Lumine is, putting others before herself.
‘Shame it didn’t apply to Zhongli.’ he thought bitterly.
“Xiao, Zhongli would want Lumine to be happy,” Aether stated, receiving a pleading look from Lumine to let it go.
“I’m sure he’ll be way happier knowing he wasn’t replaced.” Xiao simply stated, not looking at anything but what he was doing.
Aether was about to defend Lumine, but his twin stopped him.
Lumine sighed, “Xiao, I know you don’t agree with Ajax’s and mine’s relationship, but please never say I replaced Zhongli.”
Xiao glared at her with a hiss, “But you did-”
“Zhongli has a place in my heart, and he always will.” Lumine looked at him straight in the eye, “I love your brother so much, and I will forever.” she said, “It’s just there are some things we can’t help.” she sighed, “I have to admit, I was unsure of being with Ajax before, but as I come to terms of accepting my feelings, it made things so much better. He helped me get back on my feet again, take care of Qiqi, make me feel happy again. There are just some things we can’t control, but that doesn’t mean we’re replacing Zhongli.” 
Deep inside, Xiao knows that, he’s just having a hard time accepting it.
Xiao broke the eye contact, sadness replacing the anger.
Lumine put down her utensils, before walking to Xiao. He flinched away when she tried to touch him.
“Xiao, you may hate us for that, but please remember that Zhongli will always have a place in our hearts. Also please remember that you have a place in our home as well,” she said softly, making Xiao look at her.
Lumine smiled, “We’re family, and we always will be. Just because Zhongli is gone, it severed our bond, you know? You’re still a brother to me, and I’m sure Ajax feels the same way.” 
Xiao stayed quiet, but he didn’t move when Lumine tried to pull him to a hug.
“I miss him,” Xiao said quietly.
~~~
“Will he be alright?” Ajax asked in worry, an arm folded behind his head while the other wrapped around his fiancée.
“I didn’t receive any cold treatment after, though he is a bit hesitant when approaching me. I guess we should still tone it down whenever he’s around, Aether also suggested an outing for us, make sure Xiao remembers that he’s still part of our family even without Zhongli. For now, Chongyun said he and Xingqui will cheer him up.” Lumine said fingers playing with Ajax’s shirt.
This had always been part of their routine, after putting Qiqi to sleep, the two of them will just cuddle on their bed, talking about their day or anything really.
“Hm, I feel a bit guilty for not contacting him often. He seemed to despise me ever since we came out, but I guess it’s also time for us to have a talk about it.” Ajax sighed as he remembered the angry glare he managed to catch from Xiao before he left. 
“We can’t really blame him. Zhongli was the one who raised and cared for him, so it’s just natural he’s very loyal to him and can’t stand the thought of his brother being replaced. I already talked to him about it, but I think it’s going to take a bit of time for  him to understand that.” 
The atmosphere suddenly felt so heavy, as usual, whenever Zhongli becomes the subject of whatever they’re talking about. Despite their assurance that they’re not replacing Zhongli, there’s still the lingering guilt deep within them that resurfaces when it comes to Zhongli and their relationships.
Sensing this, Ajax stirred the conversation to a much lighter topic, “Xingqiu’s all over the news today.” he said talking about Xiao’s roommate who’s a rising author, “Looks like he finally has his breakthrough.” he chuckled.
“Oh yeah, our customers were also talking about it. I should purchase one soon actually.” Lumine hummed, “Speaking of which, by the way, we need to help them look for another apartment.” she added with a sigh, “Razor said it was the 8th time Bennett almost burned down the whole building and the tenants just can’t take it anymore.” 
“...Didn’t they just move in there a month ago?” 
“...Yep…” 
Ajax chuckled, “To be honest, at this point, I think it’s more practical to just buy or rent a house lot more than a condominium building.” 
“That’s what I told them, I’m pretty sure they’ll look into it considering it’s the fifth time they’ve been evicted this year… and we haven’t even reached half of the year yet.” 
They stayed quiet for a while, just enjoying each other’s presence.
Ajax’s soft breathing was lulling Lumine to sleep, that was until she felt the hand on her waist start playing with the waistband of her shorts, a finger playfully circling around the skin under it.
“So... I made sure I locked the door this time.”
Lumine can’t help but laugh at that. 
Last time, they were in the middle of an intimate moment. Both so close to their peak and desperate to reach it, Ajax can’t help but feel lost in the pleasure as he listened and watched Lumine, that was until the sound of a doorknob turning joined the sounds of skin slapping skin.
Both are thankful for Ajax’s fast reflex, quickly grabbing the covers to hide him and Lumine, just in time a sleepy Qiqi reveals herself, having been woken up by a nightmare. The blonde had quickly grabbed her robe that was hanging from their bed’s headboard, grabbing whichever undergarment she could find, which happened to be Ajax’s boxers, before taking care of their daughter.
Lumine ended up sleeping in Qiqi’s bedroom and Ajax had to spend the night with his right hand. 
Not a great experience if Ajax is being honest.
“Really now?” Lumine teased, but not stopping Ajax from laying her on her back as he towers over her.
“I mean, why not?” Ajax hummed, gently attacking the spot on Lumine’s neck that makes her weak.
“Wasn’t complaining,” Lumine murmured gasping when he starts nibbling on the spot.
Ajax hummed approvingly, “In that case, allow me.” he whispered in her ear before she felt his hands tugging her shirt off. 
He pulled away for a bit, releasing another pleased hum as he admired his future bride. 
“You’re so beautiful,” Ajax said softly, hand gently caressing her cheek before kissing her lips, deepening the kiss to further express how he feels about her. 
Lumine’s arms found their way around Ajax’s neck, a hand going to his hair while the other tracing shapes on his back.
“Off.” Lumine breathed out as soon as they pulled away, a hand impatiently tugging on his shirt. 
“Whatever my lady wants.” Ajax chuckled before pulling his shirt off.
Smaller hands began exploring his abs, tugging him back for a kiss. 
Ajax began trailing kisses to the spot on her neck, sucking and biting just enough to leave a mark before heading to her collarbone, giving it the same marking treatment. 
Lumine shivered at the sensation, much more so when she felt a hand rubbing her side, “Ajax…” she moaned when the hand explored further up, gently cupping a breast. 
“Ajax!” she squeaked, back arching when he suddenly gave her nipple a pinch, feeling her core heat up as the shot of pain turned into pleasure. 
After leaving another mark, Ajax made his way to her other breast, kissing around the nipple before paying attention to the stiff bud. Lumine arched her back at Ajax’s touches, mewling softly as she buried her hands in his hair, tugging softly when she felt him grazing his teeth on the sensitive flesh. 
Ajax could never be tired of the sweet noises Lumine makes, especially when she uses his name. 
Wanting to hear more from his beloved, he began trailing kisses down to her stomach, his thumbs hooked on the waistband of her short, sliding them off her smooth legs with her underwear. 
He sat up, his eyes turning a darker shade of blue, tongue slipping out to lick his lips as he admired the blonde goddess once again.
She was breathing harshly, face and body flushed as she stared back at him, her own eyes matching the lust with his’. 
“Lumine…” he moaned, before diving in for a kiss, moving his hands to cup a breast each. 
Lumine groaned as he tugged on her nipples, her head and back arching a bit, giving Ajax a perfect opening to assault the other side of her neck. 
Ajax decided to mark more of her skin as his lips began exploring her chests, leaving a mark once in a while. He stopped at the area just below her breasts, his hands sliding down to her legs as he sat up to admire his work. 
Just when he thought his lover couldn’t look any more perfect…
His dick throbbed painfully at how enticing Lumine looks full of his marks. Possessiveness flowing through him and urging him to mark his territory more. 
He was about to, but Lumine gave out a needy whine with an arch of her hips, feeling hot and bothered when his hands were grabbing her waist, thumb circling her hip bones when it could be working on another part of her. 
“Getting impatient, aren’t we?” Ajax teased as if his hardness isn’t begging to be buried in her. 
“Just need you.” she whined at the ache of her core lacking attention, “Please.”
And that was all Ajax needed to hear before he moved a hand between her legs, gently tracing her wet slit before he began rubbing her clit with two of his fingers. 
Lumine gave out a sigh of relief before moaning softly, tugging Ajax back to her to crash their lips together. He swallowed her moans when his fingers slid down to enter her, slowly pumping them in and out, making her roll her head back on her pillow as she bucked her hips, urging her lover to go faster. 
Ajax did not disappoint, curling his fingers at the spot he knew so well that would drive Lumine crazy. His mouth began marking all over her neck and chest again as he picked up the pace of his fingers, groaning softly when he felt her clenching around him, imagining how great it would feel around his cock. 
“A-Ajax… I-I’m gonna…” she panted out, hips grinding back against his fingers as she chases her climax. 
His thumb reached for her clit, intensifying her pleasure as she released more of the noises Ajax loves so much. 
He left her chest to look up at her, watch her come undone on his touch, “Go on, love. Come for me.”
And with the last curl of his fingers against that spot, Lumine’s eyes widened, hips spasming as she released the pleasure that they built up. 
Lumine’s pleasured expression and the way her cunt tightened around his fingers almost had him coming. He pulled his fingers out of her, removing the last of his clothing and wrapping the hand that was inside Lumine around his erection, coating it with her juices as he stroked himself for some relief. 
Once Lumine had recovered from her orgasm, she gently pulled Ajax, making him lay beside her. She grabbed him for another deep kiss, her hand on his shoulder moving down to his chest, abs, then to his hard on, replacing his hand with her own much to Ajax’s appreciation.
It was her turn to swallow his moans as she began to stroke him at a good pace. Ajax pulled away from a kiss, groaning appreciatively when Lumine tugged him in that particular way. Instead of chasing his lips back to hers, Lumine decided to explore the expanse of his chest, giving him some marks of her own, his skin isn’t easily bruised as hers so she couldn’t match the number of marks he left on her neck and chest. 
She’ll just have to make it up by marking up his back later with her nails.
“Lumine…” Ajax hummed in anticipation as he watched Lumine made her way down to his cock, eyes locked on each other’s when she hovered over his tip.
Ajax swallowed, biting his lip as he adjusted his position, he always loved watching her take him. His hand reached up to caress her cheek, feeling her lean into his touch before moving his hand to her hair, nudging her closer to his aching prick as an encouragement.
She didn’t disappoint as her tongue slid along the slit, making him thrust in her warm wet mouth. He released a sigh of relief as she immediately went right up to work, bobbing her head up and down, tongue swirling around the tip when she reached it. 
Ajax is a gentleman. He really is. 
But as he watches and feels Lumine hungrily sucking his cock, not to mention the way her eyes seemed to be waiting and begging despite the unshed tears that are beginning to build up whenever she takes him down her throat, Ajax just can’t help but grab her hair and push her down as he thrusts his hips up.
“Fuck!” he hissed as he felt her swallow and tightened around him, moaning loudly when he felt the vibrations from the pleased moan she’s making. 
Turned on, Lumine could feel her core aching again, making her sneak a hand between her thighs, teasing her clit a little bit before dipping two fingers between her folds, trying to match Ajax’s pace as she imagines and anticipates for his cock to be buried in her later.
The sensation and visual is just enough for Ajax to desperately fuck into her mouth, the wet choking noises egging him on to his release. 
“I’m… I’m gonna…” he panted as tried to stop himself from being rougher than he already is. 
Lumine hummed, looking at him with pleading eyes to give it to her.
And who is Ajax to deprive her of that?
With one final deep thrust, he spilt in her throat.
After making sure to swallow every drop of him, Lumine pulled away, wiping the excess with the back of her hand and a satisfied smile. Ajax released a groan before pulling her on top of him, grabbing her hand that was still buried inside of her. They gave her wet fingers a brief look before looking at each other’s eyes and with a smirk from Ajax, he took her fingers in his mouth, moaning at her taste as his tongue greedily swirls around the digits, “Delicious.” he licked his lips after releasing her fingers with a pop.
“Ajax…” she whined when she felt him harden again, his tip teasing sliding against her slit at their current position, “Please…” she gasped out when he reached down to continue rubbing himself between her folds. 
Ajax flipped them over so he was on top, kissing Lumine again as he slowly entered her. They pulled away with a groan, Lumine from the pressure and Ajax from the tightness. As a petite woman, Ajax tries to be patient as he waits for her to adjust to his rather sizable length. It usually takes Lumine a while to get used to being full of him, even if they made love a couple of times already. 
Ajax kissed the tears from her face, “You’re doing great, baby… such a good girl…” he showered her with praises, groaning quietly as her nails scratch on his back. 
Once he felt her hold on him loosened, he slowly pulled back, only retrieving a small inch of himself before pushing in again at the same pace, hoping the shallow thrusts could help her adjust quicker as his resolve to just not ram himself inside her slowly wither away.
Luckily for them, Lumine doesn’t mind a bit of pain in her pleasure as she daringly thrusts up to meet him, making them both moan.
Ajax cursed under his breath before taking it as a signal to pull farther back before sharply thrusting in.
Lumine gasped, clawing her lover’s back as she tried to keep up with him, it didn’t take long for her to fall behind though, letting Ajax take control as she took it like a good girl.
As Ajax began to feel confident he wouldn’t hurt her, his thrusts became stronger, pulling almost all the way out before slamming back inside, losing control of himself as he listened to Lumine’s cries of pleasure.
He hissed when Lumine started biting his shoulder, whether to mark him or quiet her cries, he doesn’t care, he loves being marked as Lumine as much as he loves marking her.
“Lumine… feels so good inside you…” he panted between his thrusts, getting lost in the pleasure of her cunt gripping him as if greedily trying to suck him back in whenever he pulls back.
Lumine just mewled in pleasure, failing to form coherent words when Ajax is hitting her spot dead on, causing her to tighten, and at one particularly sharp thrust against that spot, she screamed his name, nails digging through his back as she came, her hips and cunt spasming around him. 
“Fuck, Lumine… I’m coming…” he moaned in her ear, being careful not to spill inside her.
Lumine seemed to have other plans though, once she felt Ajax readying himself to pull out and spill himself between her legs like he always does, she locked him in place with her legs.
“Baby, I don’t think I can last much longer,” Ajax warned as he gave her a look.
Lumine pulled him closer so her mouth was against his ear, “It’s okay… Don’t you think it’s about time Qiqi gets a playmate anyway?”
Ajax gasped, his eyes widening at Lumine’s words. 
The thought of Lumine pregnant with his child was just enough for him to give one final thrust, burying himself as deep as he can before releasing his seed.
Lumine gasped, whining out his name as she felt him fill her up. It was enough to send her over the edge again. 
Ajax can’t remember if he ever came this hard before, or felt something as amazing as now. He had always pulled out before, respecting Lumine’s wishes to avoid getting pregnant. While this obviously won’t get Lumine knocked up immediately, Ajax can’t help but feel elated that Lumine wants to expand their little family.
Once he’s done, he slowly pulls out, laying beside Lumine before wrapping his arms around her waist, “I love you so much.” he declared before kissing her forehead, “But… are you… are you really…? That wasn’t just something to get me off, right?” 
Lumine chuckled as she turned to her side to look at him, “Nah, I just miss feeling pregnant.” she teased.
“Mm, I can definitely help you with that.” Ajax grinned, the thought already filling him with excitement. He may or may not be growing hard again as he pictures Lumine and her belly swollen with his children.
Lumine laughed before moving closer, “In all seriousness though, yeah, I think it would be nice to give Qiqi some siblings, no? I’ve always wanted 4 kids.”
“Hm, I kinda want more… Wanna compensate and bump that up to 10?” Ajax grinned.
“Ajax!” Lumine gasped with wide eyes.
“What? I originally wanted 20.” he laughed at her horrified look, “I’m kidding, I think 4 is a great number. Though, I know you won’t be able to resist me- ow!” he flinched when she pinched her but still laughed after.
“You’re such a dick.”
“You love my dick.”
“Okay, that’s it, I’m sleeping in the guest room.” 
“Can you walk though?”
“...Fuck you…”
“Sure, let’s get to work on those babies.”
“Ajax!” 
Ajax burst out laughing, “Okay, I’m sorry, you’re just so adorable to tease.” he said before pulling her close to kiss her pout away.
Lumine just huffed but smiled, she just loves this man so much. Tiredness came to her soon, with a yawn, she made herself comfortable on his chest, “Hm, you’re lucky I love you so much.” hummed before tiredness took over her.
Ajax smiled softly, placing a soft kiss on her hair, 
“I definitely am.” 
~~~
He stumbled as he runs.
How could he not? He felt like he’d been running for eternity non-stop. 
But how could he not? The mysterious woman is growing closer and closer as he forced himself to run as fast as he can. She doesn’t seem to feel unreachable anymore, she just stays there as if waiting for him.
And as her face became clearer and clearer, how could he not want to run into her inviting open arms and that warm smile on her lips?
“You’re almost there.” 
His golden eyes widened at the sound of the voice, and for reasons he couldn’t understand, he grew desperate, ignoring his own harsh breathing as his lungs struggle to keep up with him, ignoring the tears falling from his eyes as he starts to feel the chains that had been weighing him slowly disappear every time she grew closer.
“You can do it.” she encourages, “You’re almost home.”
Home.
Closer and closer she grew.
“Welcome home, my love.” 
He jumped into her arms.
Everything all went white.
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“...Doc… Doc, he’s finally waking up!”
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