#herbal facts with koi

[tarot-tea-cafe]

4 kinds of teas

Im currently reading the book "Herbal Tea Magic for the Modern Witch. A Practical Guide to Healing Herbs, Tea Leaf Reading and Botanical Spells" by Elsie Wild.

I thought i would share what Wild wrote on tea, spices & herbs, their magical and medical benefits and their warnings.

these entries in this post are from Chapter 2, pages 15-18. i'll make a seperate post or few for more entries!

Teas

While there are hundreds of different kinds of tea in the world, there are four main types of tea: black, green, oolong and white.

Black tea

One of the most versatile teas, black tea is a more oxidised version of green tea, with a stronger flavour and more caffeine (though much less than a cup of coffee). Because of its full flavour, black tea acts as a great base for most tea blends and potions. Black tea originated in China in the seventeenth century when the Chinese started fermenting tea leaves to extend their storage life. Black tea came to Europe in the eighteenth century, charming the British aristocracy and eventually all of England. Black tea is the main ingredient in classic tea blends such as English breakfast tea and Earl Grey tea.

Magical Properties: Strength, stability, endings, finished business, expelling negative energy, energy boost, courage, mental clarity, grounding, cleansing. Associated with the earth element and winter.

Health Properties: Boosts metabolism, boosts immunity, relieves stress, improves bone health, eases asthma, kills bacteria, lowers cholesterol, lowers risk of diabetes, increases energy, decreases digestive activity.

Medical Warnings: Pregnant people should not drink more than two cups of black tea a day

Different Types: English breakfast, Earl Grey, Chai, Assam, Darjeeling.

Brewing tip: For the best taste, brew black tea in about 180-210f (thats 82.2-98.8c) water and let it steep for four to eight minutes, depending on the blend.

Green Tea

A staple for any tea lover, green tea is made from the unoxidized leaves of the camellia sinensis plant. It's called green tea because the leaves are harvested when they are slightly withered and immediately cooked before they can oxidize, thus keeping their green colouring. Camellia sinensis leaves for green tea are harvested three times a year to get the highest quality. Green tea was initially used for medical purposes to treat a range of illnesses. For many decades, green tea was a symbol of status and wealth due to its cost and lengthy preparation time. But today green tea can be enjoyed by anyone. Matcha, green tea's popular cousin, is made from the ground powder of shade-grown green tea leaves, which is whisked together with hot water in a ceramic bowl. Macha was originally used in traditional japanese tea ceremonies but is now popular everywhere.

Magical Properties: Healing, love, mindfulness, passion, cleansing, regulating energy, wealth. Associated with the fire element and spring.

Health Properties: Boosts metabolism, improves brain function, supports sexual health, supports heart health, rich in antioxidants. Could also increase longevity.

Medical Warnings: None.

Different Types: Chunmee green tea, gunpowder green tea, jasmine green tea and matcha.

Brewing Tip: Green tea tastes best when brewed at a mild water temperature (about 180f (which is 82.2c)) and steeped for about three minutes. Water that is too hot could make the tea bitter.

Oolong Tea

While black, green and white tea are easily recognisable to most people, oolong tends to throw people off. Sure, you've heard of it, but what is it? Oolong is a semi-oxidized tea made from the leaves of the camellia sinensis plant. The amount of time the tea is oxidised varies, which makes each oolong flavour unique. Oolong tea gets its name from two Chinese words meaning "black dragon", a reference to the way the leaves are rolled into curly shapes resembling dragons.

Magical Properties: Wisdom, beaty, emotional balance and connection, romance, friendship, serenity, divination, reflection. Associated with the water element and autumn.

Health Properties: Lowers blood pressure, improves sleep, improves gut health, increases bone density, prevents tooth decay. Increases alertness and improves your mood.

Medical Warnings: None.

Brewing Tip: Oolong tastes best when its brewed at a water temp of 185-206f (85-96.9c) and steeped for around four minutes. Oolong tea actually tastes better the more you re-steep it.

White Tea

A highly delicate tea made from the unopened buds of the camellia sinensis plant, white tea is produced with minimal processing during a short harvesting season, creating its unique floral flavour and its expensive price tag. White tea, which originated in the Fujian Province of China during the sixteenth century, has become popular for its taste, health benefits and magical properties.

Magical Properties: Purification, protection, clarity, realization, meditation, cleansing, psychic abilities, youth, blessings, new beginnings, happiness, wisdom. Associated with the air element summer and moon magic.

Health Properties: reduces risk of heart disease, lowers insulin resistance, protects against osteoporosis, helps skin damage, reduces risk of cancer, rich in antioxidants.

Medical Warnings: None.

Different types: Silver Needle (BaiHao YinZhen), White Peony (Bai Mu Dan), Tribute Eyebrow (Gong Mei), Long Life Eyebrow (Shou Mei).

Brewing Tip: Because of its delicate nature, white tea should be made with 175-85f (79.4-85c) water and steeped for one to three minutes maximum or it will turn bitter.

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[mostlikelytofangirl]

What do you think 3zun + WRH smell like?

-Regular anon

Huh. Now that's a very good question, I never thought about it, if I'm being honest.

But going on my instincts, I'd say that JGY would smell of the faint scent of flowers given the fact that he's freaking surrounded by them in Koi Tower, and oils that are on the mild side, but definitely expensive.

LXC I think would smell of sandalwood and something fresh and herbal, like mint. Also soft incense and subtle hints of flowers bc gentians.

In NMJ's case, I'd totally say that the man smells like a forest. Pine or wood in general, musk and petricor, with just some metalic understones, like an iron-ish aftertaste. Idk man, dude smells homely to me lol

Now WRH... that's tricky. He would have some metalic hints to him too methinks, but also spices. Nothing too sharp or intense, but noteworthy, exotic even, a very distinctive scent.

These are just from the top of my head tbh, I'd probably have better answers if I gave it some serious thought and researched their environment well. Feel free to completely disagree with me xD

[l-strawberry-lawliet]

The Best Medicine

L. Lawliet x Reader/Self Insert

Gender: Technically neutral with language.

Rating: T (Teen Audiences and Up) because of (non-sexual) nudity and an implied sexual relationship

Type: Fluff and Romance, Fluff Without Plot, Fluff and Comfort, Non-sexual Physical Intimacy

Summary: Chronically ill/disabled and spirit medium reader/self insert trained in psychology and behavioral analysis is recovering from a flare up. They get a call from L, who has a surprise for them.

With a flick of my wrist, I tossed a bit of feed into the pond, watching the koi swarm for it. L was in Germany on an investigation. After one of my chronic illness flaring again and kicking my ass, I had been in no condition to travel, let alone accompany him for the case. Today had been the first day in a week that I could breathe easily again, let alone get out of bed without feeling overly tired and weak. Currently I sat huddled in my sweater, tugging the soft fabric closer in the early morning mist. Our calm, sweet mutt Pi was resting on the bench at my side, head laying in my lap.

It was peaceful this early in the day with no one else in sight. Roger would call in about an hour to check on me, then Watari would call to do the same. When the thoughts all jumbled and bunched in his head, running together into a thick incomprehensible mud, when the surveillance footage had been watched until his eyes smarted and water, when the words of the case file swam out of focus, L would call. He would list his deductions to me, letting me absorb his theories, me only commenting when his voice ached. His mind was the one combing through every detail large and small, connecting the dots in ways no one else would. I would offer my input on the behavioral aspects, formulating profiles or, should I have travelled with him, interviewing some of our key witnesses, the victims, for insights the physical evidence and behavioral analysis couldn’t provide. I would present my findings, and L, in all his glory, would piece it together into the larger puzzle. He only accepted the extra information after the fact to avoid letting it influence his conclusions, but it always supported the deductions he’d already made.

Pi whined, poking her nose into my belly and drawing me out of my thoughts about our last case. Clearly she wanted me to go inside. With a sigh I got to my feet, wincing at the protest of my knee-joints and the sharp pain in the joints of my toes. Despite the fact that they would feel whole and uninjured when examined, they ached as if they’d been crushed under something. I made the stiff, painful journey back up the path and into the house, starting to heat hot water in my kettle while Pi curled up on her kitchen cushion. I sprinkled loose leaves of tea into the steeping pitcher, the fragrant herbal scent refreshing. I was so caught up in wondering what L was doing that I jumped when my cell phone rang. I fished it out of my pocket and managed to answer and put it on speaker despite my finger joints being uncooperative.

“Hello? Roger? You’re calling early,” I commented idly, struggling slightly with opening the honey . “I didn’t expect you to ring me for another hour.”

“I forgot he calls you in the mornings to check in with you.”

L’s groggy voice emanating from the line almost made me drop the honey jar as I finally succeeded in prying the lid off of it. Pi’s ears perked and she lifted her head to find him. They all called regularly because they were all mother hens, and of course because L worried about me staying alone with my health, never mind that I lived by myself perfectly fine before we became involved. I put far more concentration into spooning honey into the bottom of my mug than was necessary to ground myself, a ridiculously gooey smile splitting my face.

“Hello stranger.” I grinned, cheerfully maneuvering the lid back onto the honey. “You’re still calling early. How are you? You sound exhausted.”

“I’m fine.”

He wasn’t fine. He probably looked like a bloody panda at this point.

“You’re not fine, Sweets. You need a nap, I can tell.”

The lines might be encrypted, but we only used nicknames on the phone, just in case. The kettle chimed, letting me know the water had reached a boil.

“I’ll be fine,” L insisted. “What I want to know is how you’re doing. Are you feeling any better, Ghost?”

I carefully poured the hot water over the unused leaves, herbal-tinged steam wafting into my face, then returned the kettle to the cradle and set a timer for three minutes.

“I’m getting there. My joints have been bothering me today.”

Concern saturated his every word. “You need a soak.”

“Maybe.”

“Let me help?”

“Let you help? How are you going to do that?”

“I’ll run the water in the tub and help you get into it.”

My face burned thinking about the fact that Watari could possibly overhear him.

“Sweets!”

“Yes?”

Except—that had come from behind me, by the door, not from my phone. I spun around fast enough to make myself dizzy. I leaned against the counter to steady myself until my head stopped spinning. There, standing in the doorway with his phone lowered to his side and a hand scratching an excited Pi’s ears, stood L. As I watched, he ended the call, slipping his phone into his pocket with his free hand. I crossed the space between us, taking a moment to check him for obvious injuries before throwing my arms around his waist and burying my face in his chest. “You’re home.”

“Obviously,” he replied fondly, dropping a kiss to the crown of my head and squeezing me close in a one-armed hug as he continued to pet Pi. “Do you like my surprise?”

I nuzzled him with my cheek, tipping my head back to look at him. “I adore it.”

His dark grey eyes softened and he brushed a second kiss to my forehead. “Then I succeeded at two things. Solving the case and making you happy.”

“You always make me happy,” I corrected, hand rising to rest at the nape of his neck. My fingers flexed, fluttering against the downy hair there. The slate gray of his irises melted into something lighter, the purple-black-blue smear of tiredness receding somewhat in the face of his own happiness.

“Not as happy as you make me, love.” He pressed his forehead to mine, gently touching the tip of his nose to mine.

“You should rest.”

His lips twitched with fond amusement. “So should you. I think that a trade is in order, don’t you?”

I huffed, knowing that he wouldn’t take care of himself if he couldn’t take care of me too. “If it means you’ll sleep, I’ll trade you that.”

His arm slid to rest on my waist, then left me entirely as he sought my hand, fingers twining with mine. He raised my hand to his lips, running them over my knuckles. “Lead the way.”

“My tea—”

“I’ll get it.”

Less than five minutes later, he helped me ease into the warm water, mug of warm tea on the footstool. Pi lounged in the hallway, flashing a dopey dog grin, lolling tongue and all. L chuckled as he closed the door on her, locking it so she wouldn’t just open it. He stripped out of his clothes, dumping them in the hamper, then climbed into the tub behind me, enfolding me into his embrace. He tucked my head underneath his chin, hands resting on my belly as he slowly massaged around the joints with worst pain and legs bracketing my body. The heat from the bath was already doing wonders for me, the bone-deep throbbing lessening as the ache dulled. I relaxed into him as I chewed the last of the CBD chocolate he brought home with him, tracing lazy circles on his pale arm, his snowy skin pinking.

"Being with you is the best medicine, L. Not the water, not the tea, not even the CBD—you.”

He hummed, cuddling me to his chest as if we could possibly move any closer. “Then it seems I’ve been remiss in my duties,” he murmured.

“Never,” I objected fiercely.

“I’ll just have to make it up to you.”

I rolled my eyes. “Nap first, panda-man.”

I could practically feel him pouting when he kissed my temple, but he agreed.

[corvid-lullaby]

FFxiv Write: Prompt #9: Lush

Characters: Nishiki, Kiryu Warnings: Slightly gross Relationships: Just bromance Notes: During Y0, humor, illness Word Count: 1,104 FFxivWrite2020 Master Post

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“Hey… Kyoudai-... I’m not feeling so hot.” The words were waverly and weak, coming from a certain young Dragon of Dojima. Kiryu was sprawled across the ground, parallel to the rather fine kotatsu that complimented Nishiki’s semi-luxurious apartment. Really, the koi never did spare a single yen when it came to this sort of stuff. Too bad that did nothing to comfort his oath brother, who looked to be on the verge of death.

An exhale of smoke was the initial reply, with the cigarette Nishiki was working on being snubbed out against the ashtray at the kotatsu’s center. Leaning over, in fact he flopped onto his side, he placed one hand at his own chin in thought, and his other hand’s palm lightly made impact with Kiryu’s forehead. Closing his eyes, he frowned, then nodded. “...Yeah you got a fever alright. What the hell happened to you? You walked out in the rain when I told you not to, didn’t you.”

Glancing up, Nishiki saw a rather pout-driven expression from his foster sibling. “I didn’t have a choice…” is what Kiryu mumbled with equal guilt in his voice.

Groaning, the ‘healthier’ one then sat up, hooked his arms underneath Kiryu’s at the armpits, and proceeded to drag him towards the bedroom. “Alright, time to take care of my kid bro--dang, did you gain weight or something-gah!” 

Kiryu’s body suddenly halted, thanks to the dragon grabbing the door frame from either side that he was currently being dragged through. Even at the angle Nishiki was at, he could see Kiryu’s cheeks were in full puff. Someone wasn’t happy about his last comment.

“Oh come on! I was joking!” A pause, but the grip didn’t change, judging by how he still didn’t budge when pulled. “Yo, I’m sorry. I’ll make it up to you, okay?” Ah, finally. The grip was released. Upon closer inspection, it wasn’t out of Kiryu’s free will. The poor guy had fainted.

Groaning again, Nishiki pulled his futon to the ready, and tucked Kiryu in. Thankfully it was a simple flu, and the fever had gone down to a more reasonable level by morning. Of course Kiryu still felt like utter shit, and probably would for several more days. At least he was conscious now.

As for Nishiki, he had an old standby of medicines and antidotes, but for whatever reason he was in the mood to experiment. To find something a little better, and more natural preferably. After asking around at local food and herbal markets, he was pointed to a specific but common vegetable; Malabar Spinach. Not actually a true spinach, but, as he was told, had a lot of vitamins and was even high on antioxidants. It sounded perfect for his sick sibling.

With that, he also got ingredients to make a classic dish that Kiryu enjoyed a lot when he was ill; congee. It was started immediately upon returning home. For good measure and easy edibility, Nishiki even took the time to blend everything into a finer consistency. He did notice something wry about the texture, but he didn’t look into it too hard. It was a different vegetable being played with after all, so whatever.

Eventually a cooled bowl was given to the poor, ill Kiryu, who was propped up into a sitting position against the wall. The dragon smiled down at it, knowing all too well the effort Nishiki put into it. He was a good cook, and Kiryu loved congee, so the young dragon was very excited to give it a try.

And try he did!... But his face instantly screwed up into complete disgust. Oh no, it tasted fantastic. That wasn’t the problem. The problem came from the texture. It was… the slimiest thing he had ever eaten. The entire thing was thick, sticky, gooey--like a literal mouth full of snot. And so, Kiryu simply sat there, petrified still with the spoon still in his closed mouth. He couldn’t chew. He couldn’t even muster the strength to remove the spoon. He simply sat there, frozen, his eyes clenched shut into thin slits, … and looking quite a few shades both paler and greener.

“H-hey… You alright man?” Nishiki looked genuinely concerned.

Finally, after a handful of minutes, although it felt like lifetimes to him, Kiryu finally swallowed. He made a sort of groaning noise, but it sounded… a little too moist. Bubbly, even. It only made both of them have their faces screw up even more, with Nishiki leaning to gently rub the other’s shoulder.

“I-uhh… Hey you don’t gotta eat it if it’s that bad, you know-”

“Naw, it’s fine. I can take it. You said it was really good for me, didn’t you?”

“Y-yeah but-”

Nishiki couldn’t finish his words before Kiryu’s hand shakily shoveled up another spoon full and let it slide disgustingly into his mouth. Was the shaking from him being ill from his illness or from the food? Your guess is as good as mine. Again his face screwed up, but worse this time when a piece of stray stem forced him to chew on it. Like the tough champ he was, he eventually finished the entire bowl.

A moment of silence, before, “You finished it.”

“Yeah…”

“...”

Suddenly Kiryu shot up onto his feet and made a bee line for the restroom. It was safe to say why, without detail. The grotesque sounds of heaving and liquid contact was plenty enough to paint a picture, to Nishiki’s dismay. At least Kiryu was proud to have kept most of it down and having finished the entire bowl.

Until he found out there was an entire pot left.

The koi insisted over and over that he didn’t need to eat it, but Kiryu couldn’t be swayed from his stoic personality. Over the next few days, even after he fully recovered from his illness, which moved on faster than usual, he still continued to eat it down to the last drop. Thankfully he grew accustomed to the texture by then. Being the type to conquer literally anything that looked him down helped. That and he genuinely enjoyed the flavor of the congee, so he was happy that he got to honestly enjoy it in the end. 

What was even more strange was something he noticed in the mirror after a few more days had passed. That morning, he leaned close to inspect his reflection. Kiryu was young, but his skin felt even more youthful and supple. Even his hair was more hydrated and healthy looking. Was it from that spinach? It could have been. He didn’t mind, though.

He was lush. ✨✨✨

[schmuwuwu]

Let Me Love You - XiCheng FF

Pairing: Jiang Cheng|Jiang Wanyin x Lan Huan|Lan Xichen

There’s not really any spoilers to the novel/drama/donghua/manhua so please enjoy! For my friend who showed me a pic of Jiang Wanyin with puppies and so I used it as a prompt for this fanfiction.

Jiang Wanyin entered the room where he was directed from the front desk clerk. She had said that due to it being the busy tourist period, there was too little personnel working on the current production that featured him and thus there wasn’t anyone available to guide him there. He didn’t mind as he was tired at having prepared Yunmeng Jiang and the whole of Lotus Pier for the upcoming New Year’s celebrations. He was only here as his council and his right-hand man literally pushed him out of the gates of his sect before sending him off with good wishes on relaxing. At first, he couldn’t grasp how coming to an interview would help him relax. Even now, he couldn’t relax. Just by the busy atmosphere around him, he couldn’t help but worry about the preparations back home. What’s more, he was even more worried about who was going to interview him today. He had been blacklisted one too many times with the reason that he was too serious, too angry, too… frowny.

His scowl deepened as he remembered those dates. It wasn’t his fault he couldn’t change his personality. In fact, if the other party couldn’t accept his personality, there was no reason for them to marry at all. After all, he wouldn’t want a loveless marriage like his parents had and the constant disappointment that maybe he wasn’t what his wife always thought he was. That made him scowl even more. Women were such complicated beings, he concluded. He entered the room in deep thought and looked around. It wasn’t beautifully decorated like the lotus lakes back in Yunmeng, wasn’t pristinely pictured like the Cloud Recesses in Gusu, nor was it as extravagant as Koi Tower in Lanling. Of course, it wasn’t as moody and boring as the Unclean Realm in Qinghe. It was beautiful in its own right and even someone who was not talented in the arts such as Lan Xichen or Nie Huaisang could appreciate its unique beauty. Untalented in anything overall, he added on bitterly.

He glanced around. The furniture was simple, a table and a few seats, a few cabinets and some shelves lining the walls. The walls themselves were painted with faint motifs of the four great cultivational sects. The head of a beast for the Qinghe Nie, the white peony for the Lanling Jin, the cloud for the Gusu Lan and finally the nine-petalled lotus for the Yunmeng Jiang. He noticed that there were other sects’ motifs that were hidden between the spaces of the more dominant sects and realised that all four walls were representing different areas of the cultivation world; where each of the four dominant sects had conquered and the smaller sects that hid under their protection. He had also noticed there was no imagery of the Qishan Wen sect, which he wasn’t complaining off. In fact, his scowl lightened quite a few degrees after discovering this fact. None could blame him, seeing as how Yunmeng Jiang had one of the more devastating losses during Qishan Wen’s dominance over the whole entire country. He could still smell the flames as they rose up from the ground and suddenly they were all around him, burning the once-beautifully standing Lotus Pier. He could only watch in anger and resent, vision blurred through the curtain of tears and red, as the Yunmeng Jiang sect flags were torn from their flag poles, still half burnt, stomped to the ground and even trampled upon in disrespect.

He shook his head. He shouldn’t dwell on the past anymore. What mattered more was the present. And at present, he needed to worry about the interview. He went to seat on one of the provided seats at the table where tea and refreshments had been laid out. It was simple china but it was polished till he could see his own reflection on his face. Tilting his head from side to side, he couldn’t help but praise the maids for their effort in hiding the traces of long nights and lack of food in his face, Though his cheeks and eyes were still more hollow than ever before, the heavy eyebags had gone and there was slight colouring to his cheeks. Even his usually dry lips were moisturised and preserved so that they wouldn’t suddenly turn dry and crack in the middle of the interview. Though he originally felt uncomfortable at the thought of applying make-up on a male such as him, it didn’t feel unnatural to wear it on his face. In fact, he had taken a newfound liking to it and even newfound respect to maids or noblewomen for putting on such thick make-up every single day. He was already weary at having to sit still for more than 30 minutes in front of a mirror just to be told that his makeup was not even half the time of most women’s make-up regime. Even doing his hair took less than 10 minutes!

He poured himself a cup of tea and enjoyed the light refreshments that were served in variations. He had recognised them as the portrayed images of the four great sects. Lotus-flavoured obviously for Yunmeng Jiang-though he preferred desserts made back at Yunmeng; desserts made anywhere else were under-par with those served back home! A slightly herbal taste while refreshing for the Gusu Lan; he was more surprised that it wasn’t plain bitter or just tasteless. Unexpectedly, the tea complemented with this dessert the most. A fairly rich taste of expensive for Lanling Jin and a more impactful and forceful taste for Qinghe Nie. They were rotated with sour, bitter, salty, sweet and sometimes even spicy, acidic or even tasteless! Really, did they have to invent a tasteless flavour too? 

Time passed and by the time the interviewer had come, he was busy playing a game he made up to try and differentiate the different tastes. He even managed to play a game similar to bingo! It just showed how bored he really was.

“Uhm, Sect Leader Jiang?” a voice called out hesitantly.

He looked up from his small game and saw a young boy around the age of twenty. He had a tired face and looked as though he had pulled through as many nights as he did as a sect leader. He immediately felt pity for the boy; he wasn’t in any important positions in the whole world, even in the country, and yet he had to pull on as many hours working as him.

Seeing as Jiang Wanyin didn’t reply, he hesitantly said, “I sincerely apologise for having you wait for such a long time. I can only hope I can repay it with something if it’s within my abilities.”

He shook off the boy’s offer and said gently, “It is fine. It is not like I could make you wait in return.”

The boy was immediately relieved as he broke into a small smile. Sect Leader Jiang wasn’t as fearful as he had thought. Contrarily, however, the boy reminded Jiang Wanyin much of his sister for some odd reason. He couldn’t put his finger on it and he wasn’t in the mood to try. He merely took another dessert and drank another sip from his third cup of tea; he must admit it was quite good.

“Would you like to indulge yourself with more sweets?” the boy peeked at him.

“Oh, no,” Jiang Wanyin fumbled, draining the remaining tea. “They are quite enjoyable, however.”

The boy smiled, free of tension. “Then, if you would, please follow me to the next room where we will begin your interview.”

Jiang Wanyin nodded and stood up to follow the surprisingly brisk boy. The other room was a little ways from his waiting room but it was relatively a replica, albeit smaller. The same walls adorned the different motifs of different sects and it was furnished relatively the same way. Pasted on the walls were different talismans. He peeked at them and could guess they’re vaguely for enclosing the sounds within these four walls and a few other spells scrawled to record their voices for future references. There was also another spell scrawled in the middle of the table on a white cloth with the exact same purpose. He went ahead to sit down on the table where there was already the interviewer seated. He was looking up and down a large stack of notes and occasionally looked up to see if a new communication talisman had arrived. He looked stressed and even to Jiang Wanyin, he looked way overworked, though he wasn’t in any position to judge himself. As he seated himself, the interviewer in front of him suddenly looked at his direction dumbfounded. A look of realisation dawned when he finally remembered why the esteemed Sandu Shengshou would come to their humble offices.

“Sandu Shengshou, sir! I apologise for being unable to meet you in person and for having you wait for a long time!” he squawked.

Jiang Wanyin raised an eyebrow.

The interviewer stumbled, “If—if it is alright with you, we can start whenever you are ready. The preparations have been done…”

Jiang Wanyin, though he understood the poor interviewer’s position, was starting to get annoyed. Was he really that feared? It wasn’t as if he was going to raise a hand on unarmed people. Well, he wouldn’t spare anyone of his sharp tongue though.

“But.”

The interviewer startled, “But something is holding up the last party and so we will need to wait for them…”

Jiang Wanyin stared at him dubiously. “Them?”

“Uh, yes, sir. Them.”

The interviewer answered just as a communication talisman entered the room and stopped in front of him. Jiang Wanyin could care less of what was about to happen. Though he was grateful for the extra time to eat more snacks. He poured tea in his newly given cup and stayed oblivious to the conspicuous sneaking around of the interviewer. Well, it was more of he couldn’t give a shit. When he finally looked at the interviewer after finishing his short but very much relaxing teatime, suspicion was written all over his body. His demeanour changed fully. He was no longer nervous or glancing around the room but was now smiling widely and was even sitting closer to the table right to his face. He even had his hands on the table as though anticipating something from Jiang Wanyin. He was staring at Jiang Wanyin with eyes full of adoration and worship. Jiang Wanyin could feel a chill down his back. Somehow, he felt that they were familiar. Too familiar.

He cleared his throat. “Are we going to start? I’d appreciate if my time is not wasted much more than this already has.”

The interviewer nodded and pulled out his notes, the movement looking very elegant. Too elegant. Jiang Wanyin stared down on him and reaffirmed the tugging feeling in the back of his mind. He cautiously watched as the interviewer asked the questions.

“Alright, sir. If you could, please introduce yourself, your name and titles, if you would?”

Jiang Wanyin gave him a long stare but the interviewer didn’t even quake, it even looked as though his smile grew bigger. That smile was unsettling. Too unsettling. As though Jiang Wanyin should be anticipating something very detestable after this interview was over. Or maybe even during.

“Jiang Cheng, courtesy name Jiang Wanyin. Sect leader of Yunmeng Jiang and holder of title Sandu Shengshou,” he said slowly.

He expected another intimidatingly familiar reaction but all he got out of the other person was a nod and him writing a few lines in his notes.

“Next question, do you like dogs?”

Jiang Wanyin, “Yes, I do.”

The interviewer beamed at him before opening the door to the room. Jiang Wanyin could only look on curiously as a trail of people entered the room, carrying something in their arms. The first person went up to him and deposited a round white object into his lap. He looked at the unknown object with curious eyes. The object moved and a pair of curious eyes met with his. He only then realised that it was a puppy. He was pleasantly surprised as he was quickly surrounded by multiple puppies that were brought in by the staff. His clothes were quickly dishevelled and his hair was mussed out of its usual tight bun. He was quickly caught up in the puppies’ tireless energy and was overwhelmed. He could barely keep a grin off his face and would occasionally be attacked by a barrage of small but sloppy tongues. He happily accepted the sudden bombardment of the small and cute puppies. His shoulders immediately lost their usual tension and his signature frown on his face had completely disappeared. He had a relaxed face and constantly moved his upper body to account for every single puppy who demanded his attention. 

Everyone in the room held their breaths at this moment of weakness. The Sandu Shengshou had his guard down. And it was so easily accomplished by the appearance of dogs. There was a warm and fluffy atmosphere surround Jiang Wanyin, as though encompassing him in this very joyous haven that he could enjoy alone. They could see the small but innocent smile of his face and even the slight tint of pink in his cheeks. His eyes were soft and were looking at the puppies with tenderness. They could not believe at this blessing to see a side of the notoriously infamous Sandu Shengshou. A man who was ruthless and merciless towards his enemies and could make one’s blood run cold at a mere glance. They could only savour this rare, if not once in a blue moon, side of Jiang Wanyin.

Suddenly, it had felt as though the room chilled. A murderous intent lurked into the four walls of the room. The staff members could only look towards the only other involved person in the room; the interviewer. He was glaring intensely at the small puppies that hang off Jiang Wanyin’s arms and occasionally looked at the staff members, harbouring a stiff smile and cold, lifeless eyes. They could only gulp in fear and quickly shuffled out of the room, afraid of their lives. Once outside, they quickly ran away as far as they could, informing every personnel not to enter the room until further notice before collapsing and thanking the Gods that they made it out alive.

Inside, Jiang Wanyin was fully oblivious to the on-goings of possible murder. Even more, his guard was fully down. He had put aside Zidian and Sandu for fear of harming the puppies due to their playfulness and his inability to occupy every single one of them. He was constantly kept busy by switching between multiple puppies who lay around his body as though they were worshipping him. Being in such a blissful situation, he didn’t realise when a certain someone snuck up from behind him, only realising when he was finally encased in someone’s warm embrace.

“Wanyin.”

Jiang Wanyin turned around, expecting it to be the interviewer but was met with the familiar dazzling smile of Lan Xichen.

“Sect leader Lan?” he squawked in surprise. “What are you doing here? Where are the rest of the people?”

He looked around quickly only to realise now that they were the only ones in the room. His sight landed back onto Lan Xichen.

“I am unsure of what happened to those pitiful people. However, I don’t assume that you have something for me?”

Jiang Wanyin stared at him dubiously. “I don’t recall having anything to give you.” He frowned.

Lan Xichen only looked at him expectantly and seeing his serious eyes, he proceeded to bait him.

“See, I heard you liked dogs…”

Jiang Wanyin nodded in agreement.

“But you are also notorious for not liking people…”

Jiang Wanyin impatiently snapped. “So, what is your point, Sect leader Lan?”

Lan Xichen sighed. “Now, now, Wanyin. Have we not agreed just the other day to drop formalities? Call me Lan Huan.”

The pink in Jiang Wanyin’s cheeks grew deeper. “We never agreed to! You went ahead and made it up yourself!”

He tutted. “But you didn’t complain about it, so I had taken it upon myself to call you so.”

Jiang Wanyin couldn’t retort. It was true; he didn’t really hate it when Lan Xichen called him by his name. Although… He shook his head. No, no! He wasn’t just trying to imagine Lan Xichen calling him by his birth name. Not at all!

Seeing as he didn’t answer, Lan Xichen proceeded to pout. “Well, if you dislike it this much, I will immediately cease calling—”

“No, no! You can!” Jiang Wanyin was flustered and refused to meet Lan Xichen’s eyes. “I—I mean, you can call me however you wish to.”

Lan Xichen’s face immediately brightened. “Then, I shall take up your offer, A-Cheng!”

Jiang Wanyin’s heart stilled before beating at Mach 20 speed. A-Cheng! Lan Xichen’s voice was looping in his head and he couldn’t stop the heat that spread from his cheeks all the way to his ears. He didn’t even notice when Lan Xichen’s arms circled around his waist and were snuggled comfortably at the nook of his hips. He sat closer to him, his chest now coming into contact with his back. At the sudden contact of warmth, Jiang Wanyin was immediately snapped out of his daze.

“A-Cheng, do you like me?” Lan Xichen breathed into his ear. Jiang Wanyin couldn’t help but shiver, his nerves tingling at the low rumble.

“O—Of course, I mean, Sect leader Lan is very likeable…”

“Not like that, A-Cheng.” His mouth was dangerously close to Jiang Wanyin’s neck now and he couldn’t stop his trembling and the feeling of longing. He unconsciously leaned back towards that inviting warmth but was quickly dragged to reality when Lan Xichen immediately drew back and stood up. He stared up at him dumbfoundedly.

“There is no need to think so seriously, Wanyin. After all, I have no obligation to rush for an answer right now.”

Jiang Wanyin stared after him as Lan Xichen walked dejectedly towards the door. Jiang Wanyin could have sworn he saw a pair of ears and a long tail droop down in accordance. He couldn’t ignore his demand now and hesitantly opened his mouth.

“Y—Yes…l—like…” he whispered softly.

Lan Xichen immediately perked up. “I’m sorry, would you care to repeat that?”

“Yes! I like you, Lan Xichen!”

Jiang Wanyin’s face was on fire and he immediately avoided Lan Xichen’s gaze when he turned to look at him. In all honesty, Lan Xichen didn’t need him to repeat his answer as his trained ear could pick out any of Jiang Wanyin’s clear voice, brimming with emotion. His uncut anger when he spouts out complains, his curt responses when he brutally gives his opinion, his sorrow-filled whispers as he voices out his regrets, the carefree laughter as he let go of his restraints and smiled freely, the shy and embarrassing responses to his words of love… Lan Xichen loved it all. His open and direct character drew him in. He who could only wear a smile through thick and thin could only watch in wonder at this rare gem that had coincidentally been sent to his doorstep. A gem laden with pain and longing, hurt by what he lacked but scorned the idea of weakness. He was attracted to that strength. An imperfection with an obvious flaw.

And despite Jiang Wanyin’s constant criticisms to his self, Lan Xichen, a man who was born to be perfect, born raised to be perfect, expected to be perfect, could only find this imperfection beautiful. That someone who was so self-deprecating about his flaw was this powerful and successful. 

“Thank you, A-Cheng.”

Jiang Wanyin startled as Lan Xichen held him to his chest.

“F—For what? I didn’t do anything,” he said.

“No, you did.” But I’ll save the explanation for later.

Jiang Wanyin stilled, unused to being embraced, before surrendering and leaned into Lan Xichen. Lan Xichen could feel a smile spread and tightened his hold on Jiang Wanyin, forcing them to press even closer. Jiang Wanyin was flustered and tried to push with his hands on Lan Xichen’s chest. He stopped his futile attempt when he felt Lan Xichen’s lips back on his neck.

“W-w-w-w-what are you doing?!”

Lan Xichen sighed, his hot breath making Jiang Wanyin unable to resist the shiver down his back and his rapid heartbeat. “Well, it seems as though my A-Cheng is being needy so I wanted to pamper him…”

He sighed again. “Alas, it seems that I was merely speculating…”

He trailed off dramatically. Jiang Wanyin could never get used to his antics and thus it caused his anger to spike up. “Who said I needed pampering?!”

“Hmm… I am unsure of that myself but I heard you were going to celebrate the New Year by yourself, since Young Master Jin — oh, should I be saying Sect Leader Jin, now? — has gone off to celebrate with some of my disciples.”

Jiang Wanyin impatiently replied. “Well, yes. That has been happening since recent years so I am used to celebrating alone. It doesn’t seem like a big deal to me.”

Lan Xichen turned his head and looked at Jiang Wanyin, resting it on his shoulder.

“I am merely upset that you didn’t feel that it was necessary to invite me to celebrate with you.”

Jiang Wanyin opened his mouth to retort only to stop when he met Lan Xichen’s eyes. Oh God, the eyes. He could even swear that the dog ears were back, drooping down flat onto the sides of his head. It wouldn’t be presumptuous for him to assume that the tail was also back.

“It—It wasn’t as though I didn’t want to…” he looked away from Lan Xichen.

“But you’re not looking at me… so you really don’t want to celebrate with me…” he could hear the sadness in his voice.

He was quite certain that it was feigned but he really couldn’t bring himself to push away the older sect leader.

“… Fine. You can celebrate it with me.”

Lan Xichen immediately lit up and released his hold on Jiang Wanyin, sliding his hand into his and pulling him towards the exit.

“W—wait, where are we going??” Jiang Wanyin exclaimed in bewilderment.

“First things first, we are going to be a family!” Lan Xichen excitedly replied.

Although he was at the mercy of the Lan superhuman, even for cultivators, strength, he still stubbornly resisted being dragged across the room to the door. “What do you mean family?? Aren’t we technically already?”

Lan Xichen stopped and turned to face him. “You… Don’t want to be family?”

Oh, for fuck sakes! “Alright, alright, yes, I do! Happy now?”

Lan Xichen smiled again and before Jiang Wanyin could retaliate, he was picked up into Lan Xichen’s arms who proceeded to exit the building merrily. Jiang Wanyin knew there was no use in fighting a Lan and could only hide the growing embarrassment he felt with anger.

“Can you at least tell me where we are going and what we are going to be doing?”

Lan Xichen merely looked straight ahead and smiled. “Lotus Pier should be empty due to the New Year, so we shall be going there and become family!”

There was a slight tone of pride as though he was patting himself on the back for thinking of such a smart idea. Jiang Wanyin immediately picked up on it and his face darkened when he realised what Lan Xichen had been hinting at.

“Don’t tell me.”

“That’s right! We shall make love, my dear A-Cheng!”

“Lan Xichen, you—”

“Lan Huan.” 

He sighed, exasperated. “L—Lan Huan, we don’t have to rush into it, do we? You already told your uncle that you would abstain!”

Lan Xichen nodded. “Indeed. Abstain till you agreed to it. Which you did.”

His scowl deepened. “You planned for this, didn’t you?!”

Lan Xichen only chuckled lightly.

With nothing else to entertain him during the journey back home, he decided to provoke the Lan.

“Were you in the room when I got there?” Lan Xichen hummed in agreement.

“Were you the one who organised the interview?” A shake of his head.

“How did I not notice you when I entered the room?” His smile grew wider. He was certainly playing hard to get that’s for sure.

“Was the whole interview just a sham?” A hum.

“Did you switch places with the interviewer?” A hum.

“Did you— Wait… You switched places with the interviewer?”

Lan Xichen nodded and finally looked down at him. “Yes, I did, A-Cheng.”

Jiang Wanyin finally realised as to why the interviewer was questionably familiar. “You… Did you use that new spell that you constructed just recently?”

Lan Xichen beamed at him despite his ploy being out in the open. “Yes, I did! A-Cheng, you’re very smart!”

Jiang Wanyin snorted. “I’m not smart. I didn’t even realise that you were in the room at all until now.”

Lan Xichen frowned and chided, “Of course you’re smart. How else have you maintained Yunmeng Jiang sect as one of the top cultivation sects without any guidance? You even denied any help offered to you.”

“That’s different.”

“And how is it different?”

“No one would do it. So, of course, I’d take it up upon myself to do it. After all, I am the only son of the previous Sect leader Jiang.”

Lan Xichen went quiet. There was truth to his words but…

“If it were anyone else in your position, do you think they’d do it?”

“…Of course,” Jiang Wanyin said hesitantly, his confidence slipping.

Lan Xichen shook his head. “No, A-Cheng. Even I wouldn’t.”

Jiang Wanyin disagreed in disbelief. “The esteemed and obedient Zewu-Jun wouldn’t save his clan and sect from the brink of destruction?”

Lan Xichen smiled at him, with a hint of sadness. “Do you think I would? If the Cloud Recesses sat atop ashes, no signs of life, or any traces of the previous Gusu Lan?” He shook his head. “I wouldn’t. There wouldn’t have been any point. Even if I managed to rebuild the Cloud Recesses, what about the recruitment of disciples? What about the lost techniques that were lost in the destruction? And what about being left alone again?”

Jiang Wanyin could only stare at him. He didn’t have the answers to them. He only knew that he should regain Yunmeng Jiang’s and his former glory. He wasn’t about to let the Wens think they had brought down a strong sect with their petty ways. He wasn’t going to let the other cultivators think of what they wished about how Lotus Pier fell. And he wasn’t going to let the world think that he was that much of a coward to listen to all those whispers.

“It’s all my selfishness. Only that,” he muttered finally.

“Then,” Lan Xichen replied firmly. “let me be selfish just this once and say that I want to spend time with you.”

Jiang Wanyin pursed his lips. “Fine, have it your way.”

Lan Xichen gave him a small smile and they travelled the rest of the way in silence. After dismounting from Shuoyue, Jiang Wanyin immediately marched to the direction of the kitchens. Lan Xichen followed him, shutting his mouth when he saw the stubborn expression on the younger man. Jiang Wanyin approached the stove, sleeves rolled up, and began to prepare the food. Lan Xichen could not hold it in anymore and opened his mouth to ask when Jiang Wanyin spoke first.

“If you want to spend time together, then make yourself useful,” he said, his back towards Lan Xichen.

Lan Xichen stared at him and processed his words before getting the hint. He beamed as he noticed the familiar pink tint that climbed up his neck. “Of course, A-Cheng!”

Lan Xichen immediately busied himself with the preparation of the ingredients, falling into step with Jiang Wanyin easily. They worked in silence, easily coordinating with one another as easily as breathing, having spent too long on the same battlefield.

The day quickly passed and the sun quickly fell from its mighty position. The food, now completed, was laid out in front of them where they were sitting at one of Jiang Wanyin’s favourite spots that looked out over the lotus lakes. They ate in silence as they were both not too keen on conversing while eating, unlike a certain male whose mouth and words were as abundant as the rabbits back in the Cloud Recesses. And unlike that same certain person, they settled comfortably in the silence, especially Jiang Wanyin.

The entire Lotus Pier was empty, including all of his attendants and there was only him staying there for the next few days. He didn’t know how comfortable he felt with another person intruding into his personal space but Lan Xichen was tolerable, if not comfortable, to be around. Lan Xichen held his questions back and perfectly assisted him as though he was his right-hand man currently.

Ending up back in his study, he finally asked Lan Xichen the question that had bothered him since that afternoon—no, since he confessed three months ago.

“… Why me?”

Lan Xichen looked up from the scroll he was reading right into Jiang Wanyin’s questioning eyes.

“… Do I need a reason to love someone?” Jiang Wanyin didn’t answer. “Love needs no rhyme or reason. It just is.”

Jiang Wanyin became exasperated. Sure, he could agree that love was an unreasonable feeling. But it didn’t explain why it was him.

“It’s because it’s you.” Jiang Wanyin looked up at Lan Xichen who was now standing right in front of him, a serious expression on his face rid of the usual polite smile.

“Hah?” Jiang Wanyin could only reply dumbfoundedly.

“I love you because it’s you.” Lan Xichen was now behind the desk and stepping even closer to Jiang Wanyin. Unused to close contact, Jiang Wanyin unconsciously took a step back to which Lan Xichen covered the distance with a step of his own. That was until Jiang Wanyin’s back hit the wall. He was trapped in Lan Xichen’s gaze and he couldn’t help but swallow stiffly. He wasn’t worthy… He didn’t deserve him…

“If you’re thinking of how I can easily find someone like you, then you’re wrong. Where am I going to find someone who decided to do something as grand as reviving a dead sect and rebuilding their burnt home from the ground up and went through with it? Where am I going to find someone who although is finicky when it comes to standards but so entertaining when he tries to make an expression?” Lan Xichen continued. He cupped Jiang Wanyin’s face and made him look up to meet his eyes. This pitiful man could only look at him helplessly, unable to refute. He wanted to say that there were millions of other people in the world, and even if they didn’t meet his standards now, what about in the future? There was bound to be someone. Even his family. Even though his father had him, he was more satisfied with someone else’s son. Even though his mother had him, she was more satisfied pampering his older sister. Even though his siblings loved him, in the end, they chose to stay with their beloved who would keep them safe. Because he couldn’t give them that safety. That warm comfort of love that he never learnt to reciprocate.

“Then, what if it isn’t me? Someone totally different from me. Not a stubborn, annoying and hard to please person. But a kind, caring and patient person?” Jiang Wanyin blinked hard. The image of Jin Guangyao entered his mind to which he furiously pushed out of his mind. He was going to be second again. The alternative. The silence settled around them again, this time stifling. He could hardly breathe now, thinking that Lan Xichen’s silence was affirmation. Lan Xichen looked at him, re-evaluating him, maybe even regretting ever saying he fell in love with him, Jiang Wanyin thought. By the time he noticed, tears had already left a trail on his cheeks, falling silently to the ground, just as silently as his heart broke. He never wanted to realise, never wanted to acknowledge. Because he couldn’t bear another slipping out of his hands. Slipping through his fingers as though they were just sand and them being beside him was just an illusion. That all he could do was chase around after their backs, hoping something would change. But it never did. Because—

“—Because they never had the chance to look at you.”

Jiang Wanyin blinked. It finally clicked that it was Lan Xichen who said that. “They ran out of time, A-Cheng. It wasn’t because they didn’t bother to look at you properly but because they never realised how much time they had to do so.” Jiang Wanyin found himself leaning away from Lan Xichen’s hands, trying to slip away, but failed when Lan Xichen’s hands moved from his cheeks to his back, pulling him close to his chest.

“Then, what about you? Are you going to run out of time too?” Jiang Wanyin muffled from his chest.

“I won’t,” Lan Xichen replied and chuckled when Jiang Wanyin looked up with incredulity. “Not until I hear you saying that you are glad I fell in love with you and believe that I love you.”

Jiang Wanyin immediately buried his head further into his chest, feeling the now familiar feeling of warmth spread through his face. Lan Xichen laughed softly at his act of shyness and could only think of how adorable his Jiang Wanyin was. When it was obvious that Jiang Wanyin had no intentions of moving from his chest, Lan Xichen made a sound something of a sigh and a hum. Jiang Wanyin looked up puzzled before feeling himself being lifted off the ground. Lan Xichen effortless carried him in his arms and sat him on his lap as he took a seat on the chair behind the desk. Jiang Wanyin turned to Lan Xichen, bewildered, while the other merely gave him a large smile.

“What are you doing?” he asked, still shocked at his bewitching manoeuvre. Only Lan Xichen could make such a movement so beautiful, he thought as he sighed to himself. “Showering you with love, of course!” Lan Xichen replied, delighted at his reaction. Jiang Wanyin choked at that unexpected comment. As expected, only Lan Xichen could find his reactions entertaining, he continued thinking. 

“Is there anything else you would like to entertain me with?” Jiang Wanyin snorted. Lan Xichen smiled even brighter. Really, if he was going to smile any wider or brighter, Jiang Wanyin felt he might really go blind, and not only because of love. “There are a million things, of course,” Lan Xichen said, holding Jiang Wanyin closer. “But I know if I don’t follow your pace, we’d go backwards instead of forwards. So, what would you like me to do?”

Jiang Wanyin looked up at him, marvelling at how this Jade of Lan shone under the cover of moonlight. He rested his chin on his chest and pondered for a moment. Every single thought that went through his mind made him blush more. “U—Uh, what are my options?” he coughed. Lan Xichen struggled to keep his laughter from bubbling but that didn’t stop his shoulders from shaking. His eyes filled with adoration at the young man in his arms before him as Jiang Wanyin’s face formed a pout. His eyes twinkled. “Well, we could start off easy. Pick a number from one to ten,” he grinned mischievously. Jiang Wanyin racked his brains. There was definitely a catch here. But maybe there wasn’t. Lan Xichen wouldn’t do anything he wouldn’t like, would he? Maybe the numbers represent the comfort level? Maybe his confidence level? Maybe speed? Jiang Wanyin felt his temples throbbed and thought, Screw it! 

“Then, eight!” he said confidently. The higher the better, right? I won’t regret it, surely!

Lan Xichen grinned widely and proceeded to pick him up.

“W-w-w-w-wait, where are we going?!” Jiang Wanyin flailed as he was adjusted comfortably again in the bridal carry. 

Lan Xichen opened the door to Jiang Wanyin’s room adjacent to the study and proceeded to lay him on the bed. Was he going to tuck him to bed, Jiang Wanyin wondered. But his relief would slowly turn into dread and, although Jiang Wanyin strongly and stubbornly denied the idea, pleasure. For the number eight was the number of hours Lan Xichen proceeded to whisper words of love and affection whilst pampering the uncomfortable man with kisses.

The next day when Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji had come with the preparations of the New Year, uninvited of course, they found Jiang Wanyin with swollen and full lips and a Lan Xichen whose smile seemed to put the sun to shame. The couple dreaded to think what had happened and instead kept their mouth shut when the two sect leaders greeted them at the gate.

Well, Wei Wuxian thought, at least now he isn’t second anymore. He watched as his younger brother busied himself with cleaning the hallways while being spoiled rotten by the older Lan. And that was the start of Jiang Wanyin’s fall from being alone and scarred to being helpless, in love and helplessly in love.

End.

[ener-chi]

Get To Know the Blogger

I was tagged by @labradoritefae, thanks so much friend!

1. Name: Zach

2. Nicknames: Zach, Zu (in the astral 😝)

3. Zodiac sign: Aquarius 

4. Height: 5'11″

5. Languages spoken: English and trying to learn Mandarin!

6. Nationality: American

7. Favorite season: Summer! I loveee the cool summer evenings and sunsets and the farmers’ markets and the produce and how alive the world is!

8. Favorite flower: I’m not sure, but I think the Blue Columbine

9. Favorite scent: Petrichor!

10. Favorite color: Blue! Literally anything and everything blue is my fav

11. Favorite animal: Koi fish

12. Favorite fictional characters: Trevor Belmont from Castlevania, Honey from Ouran, Lapis Lazuli from Steven Universe, Sarah Lynn from Bojack, to name a few

13. Coffee, tea or hot chocolate: Tea! Herbal tea all the way 

14. Average sleep hours: 9-10 😅 I love sleeping, and I sleep a lot, NO JUDGING

15. Dog or cat person: I love both but I am a cat person all the way! I lovee kitties

16. Number of blankets you sleep with: 2! I have an Uggs comforter and it is one of the best purchases I’ve ever made

17. Dream trip: Iceland. It’s just so gorgeous! Everything about it is my aesthetic

18. Blog established: December 27, 2018

19. Followers: 999 as of April 10, 2020

20. Random fact: The reason that banana-flavored things (like Laffy-Taffy) don’t taste like real bananas is because the flavoring is based on a type of banana that doesn’t really exist anymore called a Gros Michel banana, that was the main type of banana until it was mostly wiped out by the Panama Disease a long time ago. Pretty much all bananas now are of the Cavendish banana variety. The only reason I care about this is because I’m upset that I’ve never tasted the most banana-ey banana, and I want to try one! 

This was fun! I tag @purpletreesflysouth, @luna-flow, @amourence, @starr-medicine, @thedragonslibrary, @dandelionquartz, and whoever else wants to do it! 

Blessings!

[theclosetpoet7]

Day 17: Ink and Paper

Sakura tilts her head to the right, regarding her husband with a look of surprise. Then, it turns into suspicion because she has always had good instincts. Especially when it comes to her spouse.

He’s sipping on the tea she had prepared for him the second he arrived home. It was a routine of theirs. She would welcome him with a cup of tea, and then they’d sit on the patio while enjoying the quiet all to themselves.

Sasuke had taken a liking to the various herbal drinks she’s been sampling, and she would give him a new flavor each time; always trying something new ever since she started collecting tiny tea bags. 

Currently, he’s drinking the blueberry green tea flavored one. He isn’t too fond of sweets so she added more green tea leaves into the mixture to suit his preference. Now, she wishes that she allowed the sweetness of the blueberries to overpower his taste buds, just so she can see a different expression on him. 

Because Sasuke is in this moment, wearing his mask of apathy. One that clued her in to the fact that he is hiding something, or is nervous in her presence because of a thing he did.

They are seated on the hardwood floors of the house they just bought, both adults relaxing after a day’s work as they admire the landscape. The sounds of the water cascading over the koi pond gave her a sense of calm, a feature that she had insisted they have because she knows that even though Sasuke liked the modern designs of their previous home, he still had this desire for the traditional sense of architecture, because it reminded him of his old house. So of course she would give him that.

The night’s sky is painted in dark blue and gray tones, with specks of light from the stars that colored it. She could hear the cicadas in her garden as well as the occasional fish splashing about. It was a relaxing evening, until her husband dropped one of the most unlikely proposals she’s ever thought she would hear from him. 

“Marry me again.”

It had taken her a moment for the words to sink into her highbrow mind, but yup, Sasuke definitely asked her to marry him again. There’s a tint of a blush on his cheeks, and he’s avoiding her eyes, which told her that he’s acting out of character and that something is definitely up.

Sweet as it was though.

Suddenly, she senses the fact that Sarada has carefully shut the door to her room, her lovely daughter most likely trying to avoid getting caught eavesdropping, except that Sakura knows her family all too well.

“It was Sarada’s idea wasn’t it?”

Uchiha Sasuke lets out a deep exhale, as if she had just taken a load off his shoulders. His eyes soften then, lips tilting up upon the calm that settled over his handsome features. It occurs to Sakura that it wasn’t really the suggestion that stressed him out, but the fact that he had been trying to do something in secret with their child.

“She told me to ask you directly.”

“And?”

“And to pass it off as my idea.”

She quirks an eyebrow.

“Her idea of romantic.”

“Pfft.”

She giggles lightly, a hand coming up to brush the tear of glee off her eye. It’s amazing how one of the most powerful shinobi in the world is rendered powerless when it comes to his offspring. 

He’s been back permanently for nearly three years now, and though he still goes on several dangerous missions, her husband now managed to keep close contact with their daughter, a luxury they both enjoyed especially when he had personally taught Sarada how to summon his messenger hawk. 

They were simply too adorable.

“Okay.”

“Hm?”

“Yes, I’ll marry you again anata.”

He releases a relieved breath.

Really now, as if she’d say no.

“Did she at least tell you why she wants us to get married again?”

“Pictures.”

“Oh.”

“We never had wedding pictures, so she wants us to have some.”

“That’s thoughtful of her.”

“She wants at least fifty guests.”

“Well, it’s not like we don’t have the budget for it, even if we just bought this house.”

“And our fifteenth anniversary is coming.”

“Otou-san and Kaa-san would be so happy. They’ve always wanted a bigger reception..”

“Naruto already wants to officiate.”

“…”

“I don’t know how he found out so quickly.”

“He is the hokage after all.”

It’s natural for them to list down the reasons as to why holding a ceremony once more is a good idea, and not just because they wanted to surrender to Sarada’s whims. 

There’s a spark of excitement in his eyes. It made her heart race because she’s always liked it when he was excited.

And this, this is amazing.

They’re about to do something special. 

A treasured memory for the future. 

And though Sakura has always known of their deep connection and has no problem about supporting him in his secret missions, the Uchiha matriarch could not help but want another tangible thing that could show the world that they loved each other, aside from Sarada anyway. 

“Are you sure about this?”

“Aa. But only if you want to.”

His constant consideration for her feelings touches her heart. He had always been more careful with her emotions, still carrying that guilt with him from time to time even if he shouldn’t be, especially since he left on that really long mission. 

So, she takes his hand in hers, kissing his knuckles as she pours out her love for this man, eyes telling him that she loves him. 

She always has.

And she always will. 

Of course she would want to marry him again. Sasuke cups her cheek in his lone hand and leans in to meet her lips, sealing their promise.

. . . She stands in front of her beloved two weeks later, reciting those vows and holding his hand tight as she balances her feet on tall wooden slippers. She tries to stop herself from crying because Naruto is already sobbing as he pronounces them man and wife again.

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Perfect.

It is perfect.

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There’s a new memory that sits atop their table of photographs. It’s the day they renewed their love for each other.

fin

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BONUS:

Quick doodle of Naruto crying during the wedding. He’s wailing because they look so beautiful.

Note: Couldn’t help but write a mini chapter for today’s prompt.

“Ink and Paper “ immediately made me think of a wedding. Whew, it’s the first time I’ve attempted to participate in SasuSaku month but only for a little bit. :D I’m thoroughly enjoying it. Was looking for wedding attires and came across an artwork of a couple that looked so cute. Cherry blossom petals are a must for this art so yey. 

This will be added to my fic “Of Apples and Cinnamon”

-Cherry Blossom Effects from wallpprke.blogspot.com free gif effects

[my-w4ndering-m1nd]

I was tagged by @milliniumfalcon !

Name: Rather not say

Nicknames: Tofu

Zodiac sign(s): Scorpio sun, Virgo rising, Leo moon; Scorpio Venus; Leo mars; Gemini midheaven

Nationality: Canadian

Height: 5”4’

Favourite season(s): Autumn, spring and summer (not winter lol)

Favourite flower: Sunflower 🌻

Favourite colour: Lavender or lilac purple

Favourite musicians/bands (a lot): Florence & The Machine, Joss Stone, SuperHeavy, Feist, Frazey Ford; Leon Bridges; Nick Waterhouse, Janis Joplin, Aretha Franklin, Dusty Springfield, Jeff Beck; Björk, Kate Nash, Beck, some of Nirvana; The Rolling Stones; Lizzo, Depeche Mode; Christina Aguilera, Norah Jones; Hozier and many more

Favourite scent(s): Cinnamon, sandalwood, ginger, lemon; lilac and lavender

Favourite animal(s): Sparrows, pigeons, koi fish, cats AND dogs equally; and bunnies

Favourite beverages: Herbal tea, Chai or Earl grey tea latte, bubble tea, hot water & lemon, green tea, kombucha and sparkling water

Hour(s) of sleep: 7-8 sometimes 6 (I’m also a night owl lol)

Number of blankets I sleep with: none because I get too warm and I also move around when I sleep, so I use just the sheets on my bed (my place is also very warm- even with windows open)

Dream trip: Either Florence, Italy or San Francisco, USA or Paris, France and go see the famous bookshop Shakespeare & Company and eat some pastries

Blog made: Dec., 2018

Followers (as of right now): 129

Random fact(s) about moi: I love typewriters, I want to be a poet one day, I am gay af, I love fresh basil; I want to travel more, love vintage shopping; & I love going to concerts and music festivals

The end!

I tag... @astralzlut & @jackjunk & @brianinnis !

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Pocket Ants Cheats

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Recommended Herbs

A part two to this post, focusing on the herbs in Wild's book. There are 25 entries for herbs alone so i'll be making several posts going over 5 at a time. The entries arent exactly short but theyre not too long either.

While these herbs mentioned in this book are Recommended, they arent required or mandatory to have. most are fairly easy to get at stores and its perfectly fine to have preferences you'd rather have instead.

the pages in this post these entries are from are pages 18-24, every word under the cut is taken directly from the chapter (though there may be slight editings from me if i notice something like a typo).

Herbs And Spices

Here is your starter guide to the common herbs and spices that all witches should have in their cabinet, or should at least be aware of. This is not a definitive list but more of an introduction to help you begin learning about and using your herbs and spices to the best of your abilities. Remember, these are you tools; take good care of them.

Blackberry Leaf

Blackberries, the fruit, have a long history in witchcraft, mostly associated with European pagans. According to Celtic lore, blackberries were the fruit of the fae (fairies) and was unlucky to eat. However, many used blackberries to cure illnesses and in rituals. Just as blackberries were magical, their leaves also contain their own magical and healing properties as well.

What It Looks Like: Found on top of a blackberry, these leaves are typically light green in colour, with each leaf consisting of three or five oval leaflets.

Flavour Profile: Fruity.

Magical Properties: Healing, Money, Protection.

Health Properties: Eases sore throats, heals mouth sores and ulcers, rich in antioxidants.

Medical Warnings: Do not consume if you have any type of liver disease.

Calendula

Calendula, also known as pot marigold, is a bright, cheerful little flower with a mild taste, but it packs a magical punch. Known as the sun herb, calendula is one of the oldest known herbs in herbalism. It was used throughout ancient Greece, Egypt, India, and Arabia for various purposes, from making the skin look renewed to serving as an antidote to poisoning. During the American Civil War, doctors carried dried calendula petals in their pockets to stop the bleeding of war wounds. On the magical side of things, calendula was used in love potions, its petals were scattered under beds for protection, and upset lovers would wear a garland of the plant to show their jealousy.

What It looks Like: Pot marigolds are tall plants with bright orange petals that are straight and long, similar to the daisies. The flower is used in teas, often dried first.

Flavour Profile: Slightly bitter but earthy and floral.

Magical Properties: Protection (especially in iligal matters), spiritual powers, wealth, healing, stability, dreamwork, love, marriage.

Health Properties: Nourishes skin, hair and nails; rich in antioxidants, relieves sore throats; regulates the menstrual cycle, relieves sore muscles; anti-inflammatory.

Medical Warnings: Do not use if you have an allergy to other plants in the Asteraceae family (such as chamomile), are pregnant, or are on blood-pressure medication.

Chamomile

One of the most popular ingredients to add to tea, chamomile has been used in nighttime teas for ages as it's the perfect relaxer. Chamomile tea is made from the flowers of dried chamomile and has been used as medicine for centuries.

What It Looks Like: With its white petals and cone-shaped yellow center, chamomile looks similar to a daisy but is much smaller.

Flavour Profile: Sweet, floral.

Magical Properties: Love, banishment, purification, calming, prosperity, healing, peace.

Health Properties: Reduces anxiety, reduces menstrual pain, lowers blood sugar, reduces inflammation, prevents osteoporosis, treats cold symptoms.

Medical Warnings: Avoid using chamomile if you have severe ragweed allergies or are allergic to chamomile or chamomile products. Keep away from young children.

Cornflower

The patron herb of herbalists, cornflower is a beautiful flower to add to any tea for both its potent magical abilities and aesthetic appeal of it vibrant blue petals, worthy of any instagram picture. Another name for cornflower is bachelor's button because young men used to wear the flower on their lapel to let people know they were single and ready to go courting.

What It Looks Like: You can easily identify cornflower by the bright blue colour of its papery petals. The flower heads are surrounded by bracts, giving them their full shape. They also attract butterflies.

Flavour Profile: Slightly spicy with a touch of sweetness.

Magical Properties: Protection, love, fertility, sex, psychic abilities, abundance, self-knowledge, spirituality, growth, creativity.

Health Properties: Lowers fevers, decreases bloating, relieves chest congestion, helps with weak eyes.

Medical Warnings: Avoid if you are pregnant, are breastfeeding or have Allergies to ragweed or daisies.

Dandelion

Long the villain to many lawn care fanatics, dandelions have gotten a bad rep by being labeled a "weed". However, every part of this lovely yellow flower has been used in herbalism for centuries, with the root being especially prized for its healing and magical properties. So put away your weed killer and start saving your dandelions.

What It Looks Like: While the dandelion has a bright yellow head, its root it found deep in the earth and is shaped like a long, white carrot. The root can be cut up, dried, or ground into a powder. The leaves can also be dried and used in teas.

Flavour Profile: Toasty and nutty

Magical Properties: Divination, wish-granting good luck, psychic powers, dream magic, spirit work, cleansing, air magic.

Health Properties: Can be used as a diuretic, reduces inflammation, reduces cholesterol, lowers blood pressure, reduces constipation, boosts the immune system.

Medical Warnings: Do not take if you have a weed allergy, are pregnant or nursing, or are taking antidepressants, diuretics, estrogen-based contraceptives or antibiotics.

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Ace Alc

A VERY DESCRIPTIVE & DETAILED PROFILE OF YOUR MUSE. Repost with the information of your muse, including headcanons, etc. If you fail to achieve some of the facts, add some other of your own! When you’re done, tag 15 other people to do the same!

NAME: Zhan'a Rakhin

AGE: Mid-late Twenties

SPECIES: Miqo'te, Keeper of the Moon

GENDER: Male

ORIENTATION: Asexual

INTERESTS: Natural herbalism, gossip, experimenting with new substances, running, fishing, being well groomed, stealing random objects everywhere he goes

PROFESSION: Alchemist

BODY TYPE: Compact

EYES: Teal

HAIR: Naturally grey-brown and black, now dyed brown and blond

SKIN: Dark brown

HEIGHT: 5'2"

WEIGHT: Currently a bit underweight due to over a year of stress fasting on top of the usual excessive smoking and exercise

FRIENDS/COMPANIONS: Best Bro Alexander Steelstrike, Little Sister Ellisorielle Black, Sanest Person Alive Syranelle Ironleaf, Cats and Roses Vocalist Irridias Velnyx, Somehow Not Yet Eaten Pet Fox Koi.

ANTAGONISTS: Karaan Nolan (mutual dislike), gods damned cults holy damn

COLORS: Browns, greys, and black (+teal)

SMELLS: Cooking meat, fogweed smoke, any mint

FRUITS: Apples (noisy, crisp texture), lemons (for sourness)

DRINKS: Saffron tea (drinks it daily for his eyes), mint tea, rain water

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES? Yes / No / RARELY (Tries to avoid alcohol. It scares him.)

SMOKES? YES / No / Occasionally (If he's outside, he's probably smoking.)

DRUGS? YES / No / Occasionally (Currently on a sober streak, but we'll see how long that lasts.)

Grand Company Chocobo? Yes / NO (Avid chocobo hater. Not a fan of Grand Companies.)

Tagged by: @ironleaf-rp

Tagging: Anyone who hasn't done it yet?

[kindcstguardian]

Name. Shion Kaito. Date of birth. February 14th ( Age: 23 / Star sign: Aquarius ). Sexual orientation. Closeted homosexual. Languages. Japanese, Korean &&. English. Blood type. B + Height. 178cm Weight. 65kg. Occupation. Idol, actor.

PLAYLIST

Limbo  / Airplane mode Wish you were gay / Billie Eilish Koi Suru Apuri / Kaito 1 / 4  / Kaito La La Latch / PTX Cough Syrup / Blaine Anderson Words fail / Dear Evan Hansen

VERSES.

「 V ❥ 𝐈𝐝𝐨𝐥 ; Kaito ／ ʰᵒˡᵈ ᵐʸ ʰᵃⁿᵈ 」

Default verse / Human / 23 years old

The idol currently works with the company named ᴠᴏᴄᴀʟᴏɪᴅ industries.

Despite being one of the oldest in the company, he’s unexpectedly young — people assume he is old due Kaito being quite a popular name yet that is the opposite case upon meeting him and realizing that he has been around since he is sixteen and only has grown in height, almost as if he hadn’t aged at all. 

The bluenette is also fairly popular within co-workers due his kind nature, some call him older brother too which can make him flustered. However, not much is actually known about his private life except that prior ‘the no love rule’, he was dating a fellow idol though it seems to have ended abruptly. Nothing was known and, to this day, if inquired about that past relationship, he will flinch and tense up, quick to change the topic though there’s a visible pain in his visage.

Thanks to his cousin frequently visiting him, Kaito can avoid thinking too much about his past and the pain it brings.

「 V ❥ 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐝 ; Kaito ／ 」

Rather than being a mere program that can be used to sing a variety of themes and songs, languages included. He is an android idol that blends perfectly in the human world, in fact, not many know he is actually not human — the company went as far as to design organs that act like human’s.

「 V ❥ 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐫 ; Kaito ／ 」

Interactions remain inside an electronic device  ( say phone, desktop, laptop…).  Kaito is known to often remind his master about messages from other people that had been ignored for more than three hours and is usually cleaning the mess of the desktop, cleaning the trashbin as well.

「 V ⓞ 𝘿𝙤𝙣𝙪𝙩 𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙚 ; Kaito ／ ᵗʰᵉ ᵗᵉᵃʳˢ ᶜᵒᵐᵉ ᵖᵒᵘʳⁱⁿᵍ ᵒᵘᵗ 」

Based in the manga 23:45 mixed with the song ‘Donut Hole’ by GUMI.

The hole in the middle of  donut counts as a kind of existence, but it’s also a kind of emptiness. The reason why I believe that the hole, clearly devoid of matter, is a kind of ‘existence’ is because for other people the memories of that ‘emptiness’ probably exists. Just as other people believe that a donut can only have a hole because the outside circle of its dough exists the things that lack are also because someone’s memories are stored here and can be understood.

   Shion Kaito, 21 years idol at the time, suffered an accident that left him in a comma for two years — though when he woke up, all he could think about was to get better as soon as possible without a clue on why. Initially, he thought this was caused by his motivation to tell his fans that he was alright but it didn’t feel...right.    In his dreams, there was always a faceless person smiling at him before it turned its back to him as Kaito hopelessly extended his hand in a pitiable attempt to reach for them. Waking up confused, the blue-haired can only believe that it’s truth that one’s soul might leave its body during such state and explored around due not knowing who he is to begin with or how did he end in such state, maybe he came a cross someone who could see him and helped him recall his memories to return to his body? 

「 V ; Kaito ／  」

Monster prom verse / ?/ 22 years old.

To be added.

「 V ; Kaito ／  」

DDLC verse.

To be added.

「 V ⇱ 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭 ; Kaito ／ 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱 𝘧𝘰𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥 」

AU shared with starryburglar / Human, merchant / 23 years old.

PLOT.  Royal MUSE A has never been out of the castle but mnages to sneak out and meets  MUSE B  whose a shop vendor and falls in fucking love and they have a grand ol day but then  MUSE A  disappears bcs responsabilities and  MUSE B  is like fuck they were cute and then the next day they see them waving to the people and  MUSE B  is like  what the hell I just kissed the royal of my country I- .

Shion Kaito is a young man from a farmer family background, however against all odds he decided to become a potion maker, to cultivate his own medicinal herbs and sell his effective and advanced products in a small shop he built through sweat and blood which led him to be disowned by his family due disrespecting the tradition.

Furthermore, Kaito is able to read and write unlike a majority of the country folks. Ocasionally, he would help fellow merchants with accounting and aritmethics.

「 V ♡ Mysme ; Kaito ／   」

Mystic Messenger / Human / 23 years old.

To be added.

「 V ♡ 𝐄𝐥𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐚 ; Kaito ／   」

Fantasy or Eldarya, merman.

   There are reasons to which he doesn’t want to return to the sea, a background story that Kaito rather  not  share the details — keeping them all for himself.

   Although he is glad that Ezarel, his boss and leader of the Garde Absynthe  (  finesse fighter and herbal knowledge; excelling in making potions and strategy. Alchemists )  taught him how to create a potion that allows him to have human legs; the bluenette has a necklace with a small bottle with said potion since he ought to drink it everyday so the effect lasts.

   Plus,  because he is constantly in his human appearance, his body has a couple of blue scales across his body; and when it comes to a companion, Kaito actually owns a Galorze which is a rare familier to begin with. How he caught it?  Water creatures actually possess an hability called  Devil’s whisper  which can make them manipulate others through their melodic voice alone and get whatever they want.

「 V ♡ 𝐌𝐂𝐋 ; Kaito ／ 」

Amour Sucre / Human / 18 years old.

   A transfer student. Due his parents work requiring them to travel constantly, the Shion family settled in Paris, France — Kaito only begged them to be able to finish highschool and then get to return back to Tokyo, Japan.

「 V • 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐤 ; Kaito ／ ˢᵘᶜʰ ᵃ ˢⁿᵉᵃᵏʸ ᵏⁱⁿᵈ ᵒᶠ ᵗʷᵒ⁻ᶠᵃᶜᵉᵈ ˡᵒᵛᵉ / ˡⁱᵉ 」

Lovesick / Yandere simulator.

   Mida Rana was the new substitute teacher that...never  arrived. There wasn’t an actual explanation from her side except that she coudn’t, by any means, teach within the Akademi High institution but that she  would  send someone else without adding further in case they were being spied on through the call.    Truth be told, those words were enough to freak out the director who was already a tired old man — he had been once a bright man looking forward to help students graduate without issue but since the events of Ryoba, that spark was soon to extinguish and his name was highly damaged.    Imagine the surprise of everyone when the substitute teacher was a man whose hair was dyed blue and was a half  ( quarter but, details ); the female students were thrilled whereas the male ones were curious but disappointed.    But regardless of his kind smile and big brother nature, Kaito was uncomfortable because Mida had warned him about a student in particular that wasn’t what they pretended to be and if he wanted to help everyone, he had five days to discover who.

「 V • PJ ; Kaito ／ 」

Percy Jackson &&. the olympus or Demigod verse  / 25 years old.

Tba.

「 Ludere deorum ; Kaito／ 」

Kamigami no asobi / Minor deity: tba / Physically looks in his mid twenties.

Tba

— TAGS.

「 Kaito Shion ／ 𝘎𝘢𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨  𝘧𝘰𝘳  𝘢𝘪𝘳」

「 Kaito Shion ／ MUSINGS 」

「 Kaito Shion ／ INQUIRY 」

「 Kaito Shion ／ VISAGE 」

「 Kaito Shion ／ MANNERISMS 」

「 Kaito Shion ／ ROMANCE 」

「 Kaito Shion ／ MUSIC 」

「 Kaito Shion ／ CRACK 」

✘ ·  ♡（  ）

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20 Outdoor Koi Ponds to Add a Refreshing Positive Garden Aura

When I Used To Be younger, i am at all times pleased to look an aquarium of fishes. As a matter of truth, we have our personal aquarium – we make the ones for our industry. excluding that, i am much more happy to see a koi pond with its herbal look, not to mention the ones beautiful fishes in it. For me, it is a mere water characteristic and is solely brought for aesthetics, but what I didn’t realize is that it's in reality something that provides value to the house and would also have an affect to the owners of the home besides. Koi ponds are guy-made ponds which might be used for holding koi fishes. The fishes are carp bred that are available variety of sizes and colors and are stocked in decorative ponds. it is regularly as a part of a panorama however could every now and then be delivered in the interior too. Koi ponds can are also designed to promote well being to boot as growth of the Nishikigoi or Eastern Ornamental Carp. In China, a legend a few carp that swam against a dragon gate become a dragon because of its perseverance and staying power. In Japan, these fishes are a logo of masculinity, sure features and the strength to conquer problems. they believe that after you persevere, you support your self. They are also used as a symbol all through Kids’s Day by which households dangle Koi windsocks. you see, koi fishes aren’t just there so as to add a more refreshing entice the realm but it has a deeper which means from other Asian families. Now, allow us to take a glance at some koi ponds that i've collated in your idea.

Cita A herbal man-made pond is observed here with waterfalls. Vegetation and timber are surrounding the area that adds good looks to it. Understand that at the other aspect is a pathway fabricated from stone and a space where an outside dwelling space is found outlined by means of pavers on the floor.

Behr Building Corporate This one is a modern koi pond. As you'll be able to see it has directly traces on it and has a geometric attraction instead of a unfastened form with stones. Here, you'll be able to see the stones on the wall.

Bogs & Kitchens SA look at how shocking this garden is! It has such a lot of bushes and different plants with quite a lot of foliages that also are available in other colors. A wood deck is an even spot to relax even as taking part in the scene.

Ehrich & Ehrich Landscape Architects, Inc. Any Other koi pond with waterfalls and some rocks at the waters. you'll be able to see that this appears herbal too with all of the lotus floating on the water to boot as some grass too.

Exedra Architects When one enters the home, they are greeted by means of koi fishes swimming beneath the wood bridge. in fact, you'll be able to additionally make a selection to not cross right here to boot. Isn’t this a pleasing feature?

Garrett Churchill Inc. If You have a more spacious pond, then you'll opt for one similar to this! Notice how it used grasses, bushes, stones, planters and plenty of other lawn decors and equipment. the overall may be very shocking and enjoyable!

Teri Fotheringham Photography The Best technique to deliver nature for your garden is to enclose it with plants and water similar to what you'll be able to see right here. With the looks of it, i am positive that one could feel greatly relaxed even as in that Asian cottage.

Pool Environments, Inc. Need to add a koi pond but doesn’t need it to be actually appear to be a “pond”? you'll do it this way. Holiday a a part of your outside flooring and upload some water into it. It looks captivating to the eyes and particularly with the entire floating decors, plants and lighting fixtures on it.

Princeton Layout Collaborative you'll additionally add a square-shaped pond to your garden too the place you'll be able to inventory the koi fishes.

The Artisan Design Crew Some Other natural looking pond the place in a picket bridge directs visitors to a beautifully designed deck fabricated from picket too.

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects A Conventional lawn has a large koi pond. i really like what they did to that part the place the grass created a gorgeous abnormal mosaic-like layout.

BCB Properties, Inc. For Those Who have a screened garden, you'll be able to still add a pond to it like this one. Notice that it has stones around it as well as plants of varied types. just like the concept of getting a round floor where the chairs are positioned.

Rossington Architecture Guests are welcomed by way of this koi pond in rectangular form. It has any other water function above it that brings water to this area via a waterfalls.

Aquascape Inc. Rock that natural pond once again with a special style. This looks like it truly is a real pond on account of how it is seamlessly hooked up to the ground. and looking at all of the greens is certainly refreshing to the eyes.

SURROUNDS Panorama Architecture + Building you can also have an elevated pond like this one with extra gorgeous waterfalls that are created with stones and rocks. This certain is a perfect spot for image taking!

Aquascape Inc. A curvy picket bridge connects the pavers to the garden space however that is not all, beneath the bridge are koi fishes too! this is indeed a spacious lawn as you'll see.

Bercy Chen Studio A Ravishing up to date home has an oblong pond right on its facade. And yes, it will appear like an effortless container with water however with the plants on it and the fishes, it seems to be a whole lot better!

4blue i really like what they did to the wall of this lawn. however it certain is expensive. with the exception of that, they brought a pond on it with a modern layout too. I additionally like that tree which is on an elevated surface that looks as if floating.

Mark Scott Mates | Panorama Structure Completely breathtaking! with the exception of a pool, this additionally incorporated a koi pond on some other a part of the garden. i actually love the look of this one particularly that they experimented with the paperwork even for the pool house.

Active Publicity Images It Appears, this is a Jap house and it's just right to have a koi pond within the lawn. Don’t you like the glance of this one? As what we have seen in the images of Koi ponds above, we have observed that they are available in various designs and styles. you can at all times have a contemporary koi pond or one with a herbal look with stones and even delivered waterfalls. Yes, there are many ways you'll be able to design a koi pond. Simply see to it that it'll match neatly with the look of your garden or your internal. this fashion, you'll be able to provide a unified glance to the world. And it could even deliver a favorable air of mystery to your house and to these residing in it too just like what our Chinese Language and Eastern buddies consider in. However, with or with out custom, a koi pond is certainly one thing that will deliver freshness into the home. Do you could have a koi pond for your garden? Or are you thinking to get one? Read the full article

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