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Xiao and Vulnerablity
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Sorry Cyno farming got me in his hold so haven't been sending anything.. Almost to the reaching point I just need to wait for like.. 8 ish hours.. HE WILL COME HOME!
Sorry that it took me a while to answer this one! Hope you like what I came up with. <3
Xiao + “vulnerability”
You had always known that it wouldn’t be easy to be in a relationship with Xiao. The Vigilant Yaksha guarded his vulnerable side almost as fiercely as he guarded Liyue, and he rarely allowed you – or anyone else, for the record – to see him like this. No matter how often you reassured him that he didn’t have to pretend anything when he was with you, Xiao preferred to keep the things that bothered him to himself. 
But not tonight. 
You woke up to muffled sobs and someone clinging to you, arms wrapped around you in a tight hug. Even in your half-awake state, you could tell that Xiao was trembling – and the next second, you had already forgotten that you were still tired. If it had upset someone like him so badly that he actually cried while someone else was around, it must have been something bad. “… Xiao? What’s wrong?”
“…I had a nightmare,” he admitted, his voice so quiet that you could barely understand what he was saying, “about losing you. I’m sorry if I woke you up… I just – needed to make sure that you’re okay. That you’re not hurt.”
You reached out and wiped the tears from his cheeks with a gentle hand. “I’m here,” you said softly. “And I’m not going anywhere. I promise.”
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melodead · 2 years
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to be vulnerable is to let yourself be bare, soft; to strip away everything until the only thing left is flesh and bone and skin. it is to carve out your soul and leave it at the mercy of someone else— trusting that they won’t leave you when you refuse to let yourself be anything but alone.
to xiao, a liability.
he is a weapon, an agent of bloodshed. vulnerability can only mean suffering for anyone who chooses to stay. (to be vulnerable is to be human, and he is anything but. when scarlet inks his hands, it is not of an innocent’s anymore. no longer the stain of humans, but of demons. this duty is repentance.)
and yet he finds himself soft for you.
soft, your hands as they cradle his face. and so, so warm. you tuck a lock of hair behind his ear, sweep a thumb across his bare cheek, and oh, how his heart trembles. he leans into your touch, shaky in resolve. (for how the mighty fall. for how long has it been since anyone has been this tender with him?)
and when you press a kiss to his lips, he lets himself melt into your hold. you are purer than anything he could ever dream of. you, divine and more than he deserves.
xiao is nothing like you, but perhaps he can learn.
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electrosair · 6 months
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Jealous headcanons anemo + cryo ver.
english isn’t my first language, sorry for mistakes
characters: heizou + kazuha + scaramouche + venti + xiao + kaeya + wriothesley
word count: 1k
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Heizou
how jealous is he from 1 to 10?
4/10 He's not really jealous over you, it's more with people who may get close to you, mostly because of the attitudes they may have towards you. It's not something he likes and he's not going to tolerate it either, but he will always do it in discreet ways.
how possessive is he from 1 to 10?
7/10 Whenever he sees someone start to make moves on you, he will pull subtle acts, as if teasing the person who is looking for a good time with you. He'd never let you know if you haven't noticed, doing things like putting an arm around you or throwing glances when you're not aware of him.
what is he most jealous of?
In cases where you realize it, Heizou would be annoyed if you jokingly and having warned him about what was going on, you jokingly play along with the other person. It's something he would draw the line at and stop doing after he began dating you.
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Kazuha
how jealous is he from 1 to 10?
3/10 He is easygoing with everyone, so there are no exceptions with people who are looking for something with you. He wouldn't take it too bad either, he would leave it up to you unless you go to him for help, only then would he jump in.
how possessive is he from 1 to 10?
2/10 He prefers to leave you to your own criteria and freedom, as he himself has decided to do with his life. As long as you spend a certain amount of quality time by his side experiencing new things and places, that's enough for Kazuha.
what is he most jealous of?
It doesn't happen often, but it would be a thorn in his side if you go to places, which you discovered with him during your travels, with other friends or acquaintances of yours. He would like it to be something intimate and meaningful between the two of you.
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Scaramouche
how jealous is he from 1 to 10?
10/10 Occasionally he may vent his jealousy on you, because of silly arguments or disagreements that you have, but mostly he would do it with those who are going to flirt with you. In the end he understands that it's not your fault, so gradually he tries to fix that problem.
how possessive is he from 1 to 10?
9/10 Most likely, he already felt this way about you even before you started dating officially. He would have behaviors like asking you to go out with him every day in the hopes that you wouldn't end up noticing someone else.
what is he most jealous of?
If you are outside and someone's attitude towards you really shocks him, he can't help it, an impulse in him would get you out of there immediately without thinking. Scaramouche's not going to tolerate that kind of stare over what he considers his own.
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Venti
how jealous is he from 1 to 10?
4/10 Even when something in him goes wrong and he feels jealous, it's as if at the same time he knows that he must give you freedom to act as you want and after all, you wouldn't change him, right?
how possessive is he from 1 to 10?
7/10 He likes to keep you close all day long, write songs and ballads of his beloved without the need to name names or tell the rest who exactly you are. He's not going to do that if it means that others also know who you are and will approach you, whether to ask about the archon or a simple bard.
what is he most jealous of?
One of his greatest fears is to keep losing the people he loves even though he knows that it is inevitable with the passage of time. Venti would not be able to bear that, apart from factors like this, you would be the one to voluntarily leave his side and go with someone else.
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Xiao
how jealous is he from 1 to 10?
6/10 I feel that individual acts would make him feel insecure and jealous over you when you're away from his side, so he tries to always keep an eye on you so he knows where you are. That way he could be ready all the time when he needs to do something because of another person flirting with you.
how possessive is he from 1 to 10?
8/10 His way of expressing that you belong to him in some way or another would be with small marks made by his own teeth on your skin, in places where only he can see and no one else. That's why they are there after all, isn't it?
what is he most jealous of?
When you start spending more time and hanging out with other people, specifically a single one that he doesn't even know by sight and you get to complain to him that he's been checking you out more than usual. Xiao likes to think to himself that he's doing it for your safety.
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Kaeya
how jealous is he from 1 to 10?
3/10 Even if he occasionally feels upset by people near you, he prefers to trust you enough that he won't try to do anything unless he feels it's too much and you're not doing anything to stop the situation.
how possessive is he from 1 to 10?
5/10 Only when he is aware that someone is making moves on you will he become more possessive. Whether it's to make you feel a little safer if you send him a look of distress, or to scare off whoever you have after you, no one is going to mess with the cavalry captain's partner.
what is he most jealous of?
It's something he enjoys taking you to bars so you can try his favorite drinks and he can see your reactions. But every time he goes away for more than three seconds and someone comes to buy you a drink Kaeya's face changes, he would come back as fast as possible to your side.
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Wriothesley
how jealous is he from 1 to 10?
2/10 Just enough to throw a glance, although he would only do something directly to the person who is flirting with you if their actions escalate quickly. In those cases it would be more to defend you than for his own jealousy, he is not afraid to come to blows.
how possessive is he from 1 to 10?
6/10 He would like to show everyone with a minimal amount of interest that the two of you are doing well together and that you are his, whether it's by pressing you against his body or asking you to stay in his office on his busiest days.
what is he most jealous of?
Definitely some people would only approach you to do you favors and earn Wriothesley's or get closer to him in some way. He would try to keep you away from these people whenever he could, keeping you by his side whenever he saw strange behavior.
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dustofthedailylife · 1 year
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Sick stubborn anon from yesterday. Hoping I can call myself 🍓anon.
Imagine stubborn s/o adopting the slimes or other dangerous creatures?dont ask how they befriend it, they did and now it follows them around
Hiii, nonnie! Welcome back and I'm sorry I'm only now getting to your ask, I was super busy and couldn't sit down to write at all. I love this idea though, it's super adorable! I went and noted down some HCs for the men I could imagine best in this scenario. Also ofc you can call yourself 🍓anon!! I'm happy to welcome you :3
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"That Day I Befriended A Slime" ft. Xiao, Zhongli, Tighnari, Alhaitham, Childe, Diluc x Reader [Fluff, Crack]
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→ Xiao immediately pulls you away from the little anemo slime that trails behind you as you walk along the path of your shared home. He immediately pulls out his polearm and points it toward the little slime. It closes its eyes in panic and starts to cry and shake, flapping its little wings in terror.
"Xiao! What by the Seven are you doing?", you pout. You throw yourself between him and the slime with furrowed eyebrows, before you push the tip of his polearm away and pick the slime up to cradle it in your arms protectively. "Do you know what this is? It's dangerous!", he remarks with a sharp tone. "Dangerous?! Where? Look at it! You even made it cry..."
Needless to say, you hold a slime as a pet ever since. Although he keeps a close eye on it. Can't be too trusting.
→ Zhongli left you alone for a mere three hours and he comes back to see you kneeling in your garden and feeding bread to a geo slime. It wasn't often the ex-archon has gone into high-alert mode since he retired, but this sure is one of those situations.
"Love, get away from this thing and come back inside!", he says with evident panic in his voice as he hurries your way. He moves his arms in a swift motion making a jade shield appear around you. The geo-energy shockwave it creates sends the little slime flying backwards into the flowerbed. "Arthur no!", you yell as you hurry after the slime to pick it up again and brush the dirt off of the slime with your bare hands. "He is friendly, don't hurt him, darling! Look! He reminds me of you.", you explain with a fond smile as you hold the slime out in his direction.
Living with you surely never became boring. To Zhongli, you are a marvel he finds himself lost in every day anew. And he loved you oh so dearly.
→ Tighnari finds you tending to several plants as he arrives in Pardis Dhyai. You smile and wave in his direction excitedly as you spot him, which he mirrors. That was until he saw a pair of very familiar-looking leaves move behind you in the grass. All his hair begins to stand on end as he rushes over to you to knock you out of the way and making you clumsily fall on top of him to soften the fall.
"What's has gotten into you, T?!", you fumed as you get back up again, pat some dirt off your clothes and stare at Tighnari in disbelief. "This slime was about to attack you!", he says as he grabs his bow and begins to scan the environment. "Where did it go?" "Probably into hiding, you scared the poor thing." "Poor... thing?", he questioned in confusion. "Well yes, I've been looking after it. It's very cuddly. Look there it is." Completely baffled he watches as you hurry over the little dendro slime that was peeking up from the flowerbed.
He quietly watches in disbelief as you talk to the slime as it nuzzles into your trousers. You were truly full of surprises.
→ Alhaitham is just reading a book as you walk through the door with a big flower pot. A few leaves are sticking out at the top of it. You put the pot down on the dinner table before going into the kitchen. At first, he didn't pay it too much mind; that was until the leaves in the port started rustling and a dendro slime suddenly jumped out of it.
"What you brought home is not a plant!", Alhaitham sighed. "I know.", you simply shrugged as you came back from the kitchen with a tray of vegetables. "You know? What do you mean you know?!" "I found the little guy in the wild, he was wounded by a Rishboland Tiger just outside the city gates. I nurtured it back to health and then he started trusting me. Now I picked him up.", you explain rationally. You begin smiling excitedly as you feed some carrots to the happily gurgling slime.
He knows there was nothing that would deter you from keeping the slime, so he just quietly accepts that he now has yet another roommate. At least this one was able to be quiet, unlike a certain architect.
→ Childe sees you kneeling next to a little hydro slime as he is out on patrol. He draws his bow and gets ready to shoot and arrow at the slime that is currently nibbling on your finger.
"Step aside, love!", he demands sharply. You look over to where you find him standing, drawing an arrow with his bow with furrowed eyebrows. Before he is able to land the shot, you throw yourself over the slime, causing him to have to shoot the arrow into the air instead. You could hear a gurgly whine as the slime attempts to flee in panic. "Ajax! Stop! You're scaring it!"
He stands there dumbfounded as he watches you chase after the crying hydro slime, trying to console it. You really were one of a kind and Childe found himself falling in love with you even more again. You always managed to see the good in everything surrounding you and he admires you for it.
→ Diluc comes home late as he spots you sleeping on the sofa. There was a faint warm glow coming out of your direction and he wonders what it has to mean. As he gets closer he spots a pyro slime sleeping on top of your chest. You are clinging your arms around it in your sleep.
All alarms inside of his head went off at the same time as he quickly grabbed the flower vase on the table and started pouring the water over the slime.
"Luc, what in Celestia!", you scream as you jump up from the sofa, now soaking wet. The slime let out a gurgly whine as it crawls under the blanket, scaredly peeking up at Diluc from under it. "There was a slime lying on top of you!", he says, panic still evident in his voice. "Yeah, I know!! I met it today and it jumped into my lap cuddling with me. So I took it home!"
He stood there completely flabbergasted. How did you even manage to befriend a slime? He has never heard such a thing was possible. But yet again, you were special in any meaning of the word. He knew as much by now. So he shouldn't even be surprised.
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nyxthejinx · 1 year
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Answering to this desperate cry for help
Maaan this was so much fun fr, i hope I made these bad boys justice. Also, didn't know what kind of format I should be using and especially how to repost the original thing, since copying and pasting on the reblog would be absolute hell rip
𝐓𝐖: people biting each other but in an affectionate way, idk lemme know if there's more
𝐅𝐭.: Dottore, Xiao, Childe - GN!Reader
𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭: 1.1k (in total)
𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨: 3rd Made in Abyss soundtrack - Kevin Penkin (yes, it's that good, no comment)
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𝐃𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞
OHOO he's gonna be so intrigued by this weird habit of yours.
We all know he's not big on social interactions and all -he barely values human life- but when you came into the picture he felt invested in someone for the first time. Hence he observes... Normal people, to learn the basics.
He's smart, a quick learner. Will understand in no time your likes and dislikes, but one day you?? Bite him? Chomp like a feral newborn kitten? Oh, his scholar personality spikes through the roof.
Dottore's never seen anyone bite their partner like you do, it confuses him at first, although he won't say anything and just chuckle. He'd rather observe you and come to his own conclusions before asking.
Was it a one time thing? When, how and where do you like to do it? Is there a deeper meaning, a show of intimacy? Need for attention? Affection?
Yeah he'll treat it like a maths equation, that's how he is.
Some days you'd see him without his mask, leaning particularly close to your face. Other times he'd set his gloves aside and let his digits linger on your cheeks and jaw for every little thing. (He knows he’s difficult to bite because of his clothes)
"Oh Dear, look at your lips, they're chapped/full of crumbs/smeared with any other kind of food/every single excuse he can come up with."
It takes you a bit longer than you would've wanted, but you realise his true intentions eventually. If you feel smug you can just chomp on him randomly and see him lose his mind (he thought he'd figured everything out rip dottore.exe).
I advise against it though, he'd repay the torture tenfold. (aka not cuddle with you even if you ask nicely).
Overall, Dottore finds this habit of yours cute. You're a nice little, innocent thing in his eyes and that just adds to your charm.
Yeah you can be a 1.90m tall menace of a person and he'd still tease you, an arrogant, mean jerk >:(
After some time he starts biting you back (ouch shark teeth), not in a painful way ofc. He's so casual with it, most likely to strike when you least expect it just to see your surprised and/or flustered face.
Or to have you chomping in return, even ;)
I'd say 7.5/10, good chomping partner but will "fight" back.
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𝐗𝐢𝐚𝐨
My guy, poor guy.
He's another social inept, we all know why.
He started to learn about human customs after meeting you, and you've helped him out a lot, but he's still so stiff.
He probably gets a heart attack every time you give him a surprise hug. The day you chomp on him his soul leaves his body.
It's not that he's a scaredy cat, physical touch just overwhelms his senses if he's not prepared :((
Asks you to tell him beforehand next time.
But aside from that he doesn't seem to mind. He finds every human custom weird in a way, this one is no exception, and eventually it becomes routine yeah?
I think he's a perfect subject for chomping, with all the exposed skin he has. I mean, look at his shoulders! The urge to sneak up from behind and just CHOMP.
He's got muscles for days too, won't shatter your teeth on his bones. AND HIS CHEEKS- his baby cheeks, they look so soft how can you not bite those.
But yeah, just give him some time and he'll get used to this.
Xiao's not stupid either, he notices right away that you're the only human partaking in this activity, or in public at least. Lowkey feels happy and proud to have you as a partner, you're so special and unique :( <33
At some point he'll want to try it out as well, but he's sooo shy about it and a bit scared he'll hurt you. You gotta make him confess with bone crushing hugs.
When he eventually chomps back he's UGHH so soft with it. For Xiao it's more about the meaning and the bonding experience than the chomp itself.
9/10 if you're fine with doing all the chomping. 8/10 if you want chomps back, but definetly recommended.
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𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞
Run. RUN. RUN FOR YOUR CHEEKS' LIFE.
He is THE chomping menace.
Let me tell ya, you're putting your life on the line. It's like a declaration of war and he will not hesitate to respond with all he's got.
We know for a fact that he's always up for a challenge. If you're crazy enough to engage and bite him first, well I hope you have a survival plan for the rest of your life cus he won't stop.
It can and will escalate in a "fight" if you're in a private space (you know the tickle fights where you become a mess of tangled limbs? That.) If you try that in public though? He's gonna look at you like a damn predator.
He'll eat your cheeks once you get home, good luck.
His bites are rough-ish too, unfortunately for you. He’d never hurt you on purpose, and is always careful with his strength, but in the heat of battle he’ll forget; 7 times out of 10 you leave the field with a 32 teeth bite mark. 
I think he is more of a cheek guy than anything. They're always available and easy to reach, regardless of your height, and it's also so intimate because who else touches your face? No one, aside from him.
He's the chosen one.
And don't think it will stop at the first time, no no. You've unlocked a new hobby for him. He'll put so much effort in it, it's terrifying.
If you act surprised or flustered well, bonus points in his opinion. Your face is just priceless and will make a habit to make you react that way.
At that point you either fight back or succumb. His soft spots are his stomach (duh, nibble on the exposed skin when he's in his work clothes, I bet he's ticklish), his nape, collarbones and overall the base of his neck.
The rest of his body is still a good chomping surface, but his instincts kick in and his muscles go taut, it's like biting a rock and has no effect on him.
Childe will definitely give you a hard time. It's up to you to take advantage of the right moment and give him a good revenge chomp.
Honestly, he's my fave ever but I'll give him a 5/10 just because of that. Can't even bite the man in peace anymore 🙄
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ashbub · 6 months
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wanted me
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genshin impact: xiao x gn! traveler!reader
contents: mild cursing! [4.2k]
IN WHICH: feelings are discovered a little too late.
❝ i'd be with you, is it too late to pursue? ❞
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Xiao often preferred to be on his own. It was far more convenient that way. No wandering attachments. No strings attached. No potential feelings hurt. Far better suited for his long-awaited life as a Yaksha.
His gloved fingers strayed over the pearls that adorned his neck, his touch wavering over the light tattoos that decorated his pale skin with a small sigh.
Or perhaps he had convinced himself over the passing years that he desired it to be that way. The lines of that lingering want have long been blurred amongst the blood that tainted his fingertips.
He quietly stood by the firm balcony railing of Wangshu Inn, the cool winds smoothly tickling his cheeks as his golden eyes remained focused on the twinkling lights of the Lantern Rite Festival. Whether he liked to admit it or not, the yearly festival was a slight comfort that warmly glimmered through the dark Liyue sky.
"Xiao?"
Of course, you had proven to be the exception when it came to desiring a company. 
The soft blue fabric of your ruffled kimono hugged your frame as you tentatively lingered by the rounded entrance, the delicate embroidery swirling into fluffy clouds that stitched around your waist. Lowering your softening eyes, they faintly reflected the wandering lanterns that playfully danced in the crisp air. 
You looked lovely. Xiao could never deny it.
"You always seem to know where to find me, Traveler." Xiao tapped his slim fingertips on the smoothness of the railing, his quiet breath mingling as the soft winds playfully brushed past the ends of his choppy locks. "Whether I like it or not."
You softly smiled, walking behind him with your warm fingers intertwined shyly behind your back with a teasing laugh of your own, "Hardly a challenge-" 
Your eyes lingered on the small platter that rested in front of Xiao on the edge of the railing- A pretty white plate with a generous portion of sliced tofu placed in the middle of the surface, small flowers elegantly decorating the edge of the food. It was homemade, slightly dropping at the sides.
"Almond tofu, huh." You murmured with a content sigh as he quietly handed you a wooden spoon, his firm gaze remaining focused ahead. "Is that for me?"
Xiao's delicate hands wandered toward the back of his heated neck at the sudden question, "I accidentally purchased an extra at one of the local stands." He clarified at your suggestion, scooping up some of the tofu to the edge of his pursed lips. "It would have gone to waste if I hadn't given it to you."
You let out a muffled chuckle, quickly gathering the almond tofu on the edge of your spoon before promptly shoving it into your mouth. You had tried plenty of Liyue cuisine from Xiangling during your visits to her kitchen, her excitement to have you try her visionary platters infectious- However, the tofu was soft and slightly sweet on the tip of your tongue, different from the previous spicier meals you had sampled.
"It's delicious!" You gasped out with the wooden spoon now remaining settled in the side of your puffed-out cheek. You turned to the young Adeptus, his golden eyes flickering with a soft brightness at your widening expression. "Are you sure you didn't make it?"
The tips of his ears grew slightly flushed at your question. Turning away from your nudging shoulder.
"Why do you say that?"
"It's a little sloppy looking, no?" 
Your teasing tone caused Xiao to snatch the ceramic plate back from your grasp with a hushed grunt, a small smile of his own that rarely tugged on the edge of his smooth lips. 
"Forgive me, next time the trash will be a proper place for an extra almond tofu." The Adeptus drawled out in the softness of the Liyue wind, the tips of his deep teal locks curling around the edge of his chin- Despite his choice of words, a warmth wrapped around his raspy voice that was damn near a laugh to your ears.
The festival night was filled with the melodious sound of traditional music played on ancient wooden instruments below. Musicians and performers walking along the cobble path brought tales to life through dance and song, while the aroma of street food vendors of matsutake meat rolls and rich rice buns wafted through the air.
Your own laugh was quiet, both of your shoulders softly brushing near one another as you stood by Xiao near the Wangshu Inn railing, admiring the scenic view that carried in front of you. Your smile slowly slipped away from your expression.
Next time.
You took a step away from him.
"Xiao-" You began with a wavering sentence, your normally firm voice slightly straining as his own softened expression finally reached your lowering eyes- "About that, I-"
"Is everything okay?"
"I plan on leaving soon in a few days, for Inazuma." 
The words hung in the air with a sudden weight, Xiao had finally turned to look at you as if your sputtered-out words hadn't fully sunk in for him. His gold eyes mingled with a warm shade of bright orange that felt like the embers of a flickering yet all-consuming fire.
The light blue garment felt heavy across your arms, the dark blue ribbon that wrapped neatly across your waist nearly tightening. "The next part of my journey calls for me to travel there, and considering the restrictions for traveling past their borders, I might not return to Liyue for a long time." You whispered out, almost to yourself as your cool fingertips began tightening on the thin railing.
"I see." 
"I thought it would be better for you to hear it from me." You quickly fidgeted for the pocket of your baby blue kimono amidst your sentence, the edge of a pearly white envelope warmly poking out from your side that you had been saving. "And I also thought we could exchange letters during my travels?"
The Yaksha glanced at the crinkled-up envelope you had directed towards his chest for him to accept, decorated with an assortment of stickers plastered across the white surface. His name was neatly written across the middle in dark ink. 
When he finally spoke, for a moment you could see his eyes softening before turning away as a gentle hand pushed the envelope from his direction back towards you silently. "You shouldn't have concerned yourself with that, [y/n]." Xiao murmured, "Focus your energy on your current obligations as I will with mine." 
"Oh."
Adjusting his lowered posture, he turned his gaze towards you and your dropped shoulders, his words reeking out with a sudden formality that you had often hoped he would never have needed to use on you. His gloved hands lingered across his stiffened arms.
 "After all, we were merely traveling companions in Liyue keeping the order and safety of this land. We have our priorities to remain vigilant on, I of all people would empathize with that."
Gripping the letter tightly in your fingertips, the words stung. Perhaps he had meant it as reassurance that it shouldn't be a hard goodbye- But merely? That was all he had accumulated in your relationship? The Yaksha already began to turn away from you, but he looked back for a moment at the sound of your cracking voice.
"That's not true, Xiao-" You cut yourself off in mid-thought, your right hand coming up to desperately to pinch at the bridge of your wrinkled nose and your eyes squeezing shut tight. "Of course, I have other things currently going on in my life, but the reason I suggested the letters was because I just thought that maybe you saw me as a-"
"Saw you as what, [y/n]?" Xiao heard himself ask in a soft sigh, voice flinty with barely concealed resentment, golden eyes flickering.
You snapped in frustration, then continued quickly before there could be a reply.
"A friend, Xiao, I thought of you as a friend." 
You raised the thick sleeve of your kimono to the end of your watering eyes at your faltering voice, the fabric warm against your skin. You tried looking everywhere but him. It felt embarrassing to cry all of a sudden. The Lantern Festival Rite lights didn't seem as bright.
"And it's pretty upsetting-" You managed out quietly with a rasp, the lingering taste of almond tofu stale on your tongue. "That you didn't even think the same towards me."
Tears blindly stung your eyes when you finally met up to reach his gaze, the words you needed to speak lodged painfully in your burning throat as you waited patiently for him to respond. It was too big, too scary, your heart was beating so fast in your chest that you thought it might break.
His expression had been searching for something incommunicable before noticing your tears in sudden realization. His feathery eyebrows carefully raised as his smooth hand reached for the edge of your shoulder in worry.
"[y/n], please wait-" Xiao began pleadingly, his pale cheeks softly flushing before trying to gather your attention, "My intention wasn't to-"
But you had already slipped away from him- Brushing his hand away quickly at his sudden touch with a curled-up bottom lip.
"Save it, Adeptus Xiao."
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"A friend, Xiao. I thought of you as a friend."
It was a simple sentence- Yet it burned through him with the way you had said it. Your eyes faintly brimmed with tears along your lowered lashes, the small smile that had lingered across your lips from your conversation before falling when you had finally looked at him.
You looked pained.
He didn't mean to hurt you. That truly hadn't been his intention, watching as the soft light of lanterns trails faintly illuminating the tear stains that lingered down your cheeks. He had wondered if the thousands of years had chipped away at his communication in general. For the moment he had suggested that you were just traveling companions when he knew that he clearly must feel more than just that- 
The soft, silver moonlight bathed the landscape of Bishui Plain, casting a gentle glow over the tall, swaying grass that accompanied his every step. The grass, kissed by a slight breeze, rustled like a bard's lullaby, creating a soothing melody that harmonizes with the occasional chirping of a wandering golden finch.
His gaze had wandered by a nearby stream that trickled softly by his feet, the gentle ripples of local fish humming by the shimmering pebbles amongst the fresh water. The yaksha had caught his appearance in the reflection momentarily. The mask he wore was intricately adorned with a harsh expression and aggressive long fangs.
Adeptus Xiao. You had called him.
You had never referred to him that way.
However, that's what happens, isn't it? His whole thing about avoiding attachments? To remain at a distance to protect others- It just hurts everyone involved if he got close to people after all he had committed, eventually. He had acted foolishly in allowing his feelings to fester.
His feelings for you. When did they get so complicated?-
Dark shadows had begun to take form near the edge of his feet among the reflection of the waters, and from the depths of the field, their distorted shadows illuminated by the pale moonlight. An eerie laughter filled the Liyue air as Xiao's stance harshly shifted to gather their location hidden amongst the swaying tall grass, echoing through the otherwise tranquil landscape. The shrill laughter was unique in the crisp air, echoing through his perked ears.
An abyss mage. He concluded to himself. A few of them.
The handle of his jade spear felt cool against his touch as it materialized with the palm of his gloved hand, grasping at the smoothness of the dark stone that began illuminating quietly. The jingle of his ameno gnosis that remained tethered to the side of his waist obediently churned at the sudden gust of wind that invoked around his gleaming weapon.
He needed to clear his mind.
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"You are finally awake, hm?"
Xiao felt the damp fabric of a rag rest across the warmth of his forehead, the soft crackle of the fireplace illuminating the empty kitchen. His eyes fluttered open slowly at the question, his dark lashes framing his pale golden eyes as he quietly placed his fingertips on the sudden dryness of his cracked lips.
He had been resting his back on a thin mattress on the polished wooden floor, a thick lavender wool blanket brought to his rising chest carefully. A stone pot quietly emits a faint swirling smoke from the rustle of the fire. The kitchen that was usually rumbling with the staff of Wangshu Inn to feed the patrons of the hotel in the mornings was quiet, the small shelves stocked with woven baskets filled with a fresh array of picked sweet carrots and radishes.
His light eyes finally flickered to your figure crouched by the fireplace, the side of your focused face softly lit by the crackling fire as your fingertips were wrapped around the slow-stirring wooden spoon within the warmth of the kitchen. Your lips carefully pursed while blowing away the thick steam that lingered by the edge of the spoon, your metal sword shimmering contently by the side of your waist that glistened with splatters of dark blood.
"You are a real pain in the ass, did you know that?” You continued with a small hum, remaining focused on the dance of the flickering flames and taming the bubbling cauldron. The Adeptus had attempted to rise with both of his arms to support his weight with a quiet wince, his ribs wrapped firmly with pale bandages that engulfed the soft tattoos that adorned his pale skin. “The very least you could do is try not to bleed out on my blanket Qi Qi gifted me."
He brought his gloved fingers to brush past the locks of his dark hair from his damp forehead, his faintly cut lips slightly curled at the sudden burning that flowed at the side of his chest.
 Those mages should have been easy- What was he doing? His mind had clearly been elsewhere to be so distracted-
"Here, drink this." Your voice was softer compared to the sternness of previous interactions, examining the dark patterns of your slippers with a small whisper. You had extended a small wooden cup to his grasp, a bitter scent swirling from the lingering steam. "All of it, even if it's gross, will help with the pain."
Your eyes were warm from the light flicker of the fireplace, glimmering contently. The soft blue fabric of your garments now trickled with fading stains of blood that appeared to have been scrubbed out in exasperation. A few locks of your hair were messily scattered across your forehead as Xiao brought his lips to the rim of the cup, his feathery eyebrows slightly scrunched together at the sour taste.
The fire had begun to seep into a soft flicker, the earthy stones that adorned with cast-iron pots and pans, bearing evidence of countless meals prepared with care. The fire within the hearth casts a comforting, orange-hued glow across the room, illuminating the worn copper cookware that dangles from the overhead beams as you quietly remove the wet rag from Xiao’s skin. Your fingertips warmly brushed against his pale skin with a small sigh flowing past his lips. You were tempted to touch the dark diamond that remained etched on his forehead.
“How did you find me?” He finally asked after taking another sip of the bitter drink that remained warmly in his grasp, his voice slightly raspy as a quaint smile tugged the ends of your smooth lips.
“You weren’t too far away from the Inn, it wasn’t hard to notice the Conqueror of Demons getting tossed around like a ragdoll.”
The night outside was quiet and contemplative, the moonlight pouring through the windows, creating pools of ethereal radiance that seemed to beckon you closer to the warmth of the fire. The golden eyes that rivaled the glimmer of the ancient coins that cluttered in the pocket of your kimono, often framed by long, dark lashes fluttered shut.
"I'm sorry." His voice was soft towards you, lowering his face into the palm of his hand quietly. "I really am, [y/n]."
You examined the cup that remained in his grasp, the dark green drink remaining halfway full. The quiet flickers of moonlight mingled with the edge of dark blue strands of his hair that curled beneath his chin.
"Just finish this up, silly." 
After an hour, the lingering smoke of the fire had smothered against the burnt pieces of coal that remained at the bottom of the fireplace. Xiao had remained quietly tucked into the warmth of the blanket asleep, his bandaged chest rising and falling with a light rhythm. You rarely saw the Adeptus look so exhausted.
Gathering up your things into the pockets of your leather satchel, you turned to examine him once more. The wispy fluttering of his lashes, the soft flush of freckles that decorated the tip of his slim nose. Your voice barely came out from the depths of your throat. "I'm sorry, Xiao, I should have listened to you when you were trying to apologize." You managed out, your smooth hands tightly clutching the side of your satchel with a sigh. "I was just hurt." 
You hesitantly placed a hand warmly on the side of his pale cheek, cupping his sleepy expression into the palm of your hand. "Please get better, okay?" You mumbled almost to yourself, the back of your thumb contently running circles over his cool cheek for a moment. "Out of everyone, I would be sad to not see your face when I leave."
You pulled your hand away, a soft smile mingling in your breath to raise back to your feet before feeling the gentle grasp of fingertips reach for your lingering touch.
 Xiao's voice was soft, a whisper that was loud enough to yell in such a silent room. It doesn't grate on your ears, you don't think it grates on his, either. The confirmation does little to make you move suddenly, though. His small hand pulls you back to the flushed warmth of his cheek. His touch nearly aching to press his skin to the place where your hand was. 
"Please," 
Your eyes slightly widened at his grasp for your fingertips, a sudden warmth spreading across your cheeks, "Xiao?"
"Please" He repeated, golden eyes remaining on yours before quietly sinking further into the palm of your hand with a small breath, "Stay with me for a little longer." 
Your breath remained lodged in the back of your throat at the warmth of his hand wandering on your fingertips. The growing warmth across his skin causes you to softly melt into his light touch.
"Okay." You whispered, "For a little longer."
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"He's gonna show up, [y/n]." Hu Tao smiles cheekily, placing a hand on your shoulder, her bright eyes shining with the soft flowers that encircled them. She had wore her classic black garments with buttons and her little hat, giving you a small poke on the side of your cheek. "I promise you he will."
It had been a few days now since you had last spoken to Xiao at Wangshu Inn. He had slipped from the window in the early morning before you could talk, leaving the thick curtains fluttering in the crisp Liyue wind. 
Now, it was the day of your departure, and Xiao was yet to be seen.
The bustling pier was a symphony of activity as the sun dipped toward the horizon, casting a warm golden hue across the scene. Seagulls wheeled and cried overhead, their sharp calls mingling with the excited chatter of passengers and the clinking of cargo being loaded onto the waiting ship.
Hu Tao seemed to notice the small scrunch of your eyebrows, your shoulders slightly dropping while examining the ocean that rustled underneath the floorboards of the pier. "He's gonna be gloomy for weeks if he doesn't get the opportunity to say goodbye."
On the edge of the chaotic canvas, the ship stood like a steadfast giant, its crew working in a synchronized frenzy to prepare for the impending voyage. Ropes were tightened, crates hoisted, and sails unfurled. The captain, Beidou, a strong figure in well-worn crimson garments, barked orders with a sharp smile, and her crew scurried to execute them. The ship creaked and groaned, eager for the open sea.
Hu Tao had quickly excused herself to purchase you both some food at the local stand at the pier, her rose-tinted eyes shining brightly with a warm grin glossed across her lips.
As the salty breeze swept through the bustling dockyard, the sun hung low on the horizon, casting a warm, golden hue over everything it touched. Amidst the clatter of cargo being loaded and sailors shouting orders, you stood on the edge, your heart pounding with a mixture of excitement and trepidation.
You wore a thick leather jacket, adorned with various trinkets collected from your past adventures, and your sturdy boots had seen their share of long journeys.
Your fingertips clutched the worn-out strap of a weathered leather satchel containing your meager belongings, a pouch full of mora, a notebook filled with sketches and notes from your travels, and a letter for the yaksha that you hadn't dared to hand to him again since the Lantern Rite Festival.
But just as you took your first step towards the gangplank, a voice called your name, rich and warm like a familiar melody, your eyes widening. You spotted the figure of a short, narrow-shouldered man approaching you toward the bustle of the crowd.
He was holding an envelope within his grasp. 
With unspoken sigh escaping your lip, you let your satchel slip from your shoulder and thud harshly against the weathered planks. Your feet carried you toward him, your breath came in short gasps. The world around you blurred as you saw only him, his small face slightly flushed and uncharacteristically out of breath.
"Xiao!" 
His eyes were bright as his dark hair glistened in the sunlight, and the warmth in his golden eyes filled you with a sense of longing and comfort. "[y/n], the letters-"
"What?"
"Please write me the letters you promised to send before." His fingertips lingered on the edge of your shoulders with a jagged breath, "Write to me every single day, I never want to miss your adventures."
As the last light of day danced on the water's surface, the ship's horn sounded again, a deep, melancholic note that signaled its imminent departure. Families hugged their loved ones, tears and laughter intermingling in their farewells. Vendors hawking their wares from colorful stalls, the scent of fresh seafood and roasted nuts wafting through the air. The constant hum of voices, footsteps, and the occasional blast of a ship's horn filled the atmosphere. Passengers and crew alike rushed on board, the anticipation of adventure and the promise of distant shores lighting up their eyes. 
"I wrote you one, to get us started." His envelope was simple, your name written in delicate cursive in the very middle as he softly scratched the back of his neck. "But please don't read it till after you depart from Liyue."
"I have one for you too." You quietly said, digging for the envelope that was engulfed with stickers, "For you to read when I have left."
Amidst the chaos, the ship stood proudly, a magnificent vessel adorned with billowing sails and polished brass. The crew hustled to load supplies, secure ropes, and perform last-minute checks. Passengers bustled about, clutching tickets and baggage, eager for their adventure on the high seas.
The embrace was a gentle, lingering one. His arms wrapped warmly around your frame, holding you close clung to him as your fingers sunk into his shoulder. Your bodies pressed together, a silent reassurance as your lashes fluttered shut, Xiao's familiar scent of almonds and sea salt mixed with the hint of Qixing flowers. You buried your face into the crook of his neck with a soft sigh.
"I will miss you." 
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The Adeptus stood alone on the balcony of Wangshu Inn, bathed in the soft, moonlit glow that cast a silvery sheen over Liyue. A cool, gentle breeze rustled the pages of the handwritten letter clutched tightly in their trembling hand. He hadn't opened your letter yet- Not fully, anyway, only taking a few peeks at the slight writing the poked out.
Xiao was enveloped by the gentle rustle of leaves and the fading hues of a setting sun. The air was cool, and the faint scent of jasmine lingered in the breeze. In his gloved fingertips, he tugged out the folded letter, its paper slightly crumpled from the uncertainty that had gripped them since its delivery at the pier.
As he unfolded the paper, the first few lines seemed ordinary, a recounting of shared memories and cherished moments.
A couple of sentences were scribbled out in ink. The words on the page were filled describing the stolen glances, shared laughter, and moments of silent connection that had been tinged with unspoken affection. He nearly chuckled at your comical scribbling to cut the letter short- But it was the very end of the letter that caught his attention.
"Babartos- What I'm actually trying to say is- I'm in love with you, Xiao. I want you."
He leaned against the balcony railing with a jagged breath lingering on his smooth lips, the golden tinge of his eyes crinkling at the motion of the words scribbled across the page.
The night was quiet, save for the distant hum of Liyue citizens rustling for the night, as the truth of the confession settled upon him with a warmth that flushed the ends of his ears. He gazed out into the dark expanse, realizing that the chance for love had passed, leaving them with only the echo of what might have been with a sudden tear drop staining the very edge of the paper. The letter became a cherished, painful reminder of a love that had silently, and tragically, slipped through his fingertips.
You had wanted him too?
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an: i was listening to steve lacey and it just reminded me of xiao for some reason :)
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winwintea · 28 days
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Blame it on my Disney Wish! WayV Series
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PAIRING ▸ wayv x fem!reader 
GENRES ▸ romance, fluff, crack, angst, acquaintances to lovers, disney park au, college au
WARNINGS ▸ profanity, sexual jokes, alcohol consumption, chenle gets bullied a lot, kun also gets bullied a lot, everyone gets bullied a lot, 
SUMMARY ▸ kun takes the boys to disney world, funded by his sugar daddy chenle. however none of them were prepared for you to tag along, more or less even be affected by that cliche disney magic. but hey, maybe dreams really do come true? 
TAG LIST ▸ at the bottom (send me an ask here if you’d like to be added! + those tagged will be in the tag list of all chapters of this series!)
AUTHOR’S NOTE ▸ welcome to my first ever fic? this is a “choose your own route” kind of series, so no need to read in order! i’ll be updating one chapter at a time, finishing off all chapter 1’s before i move onto the chapter 2’s. this originally started off as a crack fic idea that turned into a romance. thank u for taking the time to indulge in my silly fic. i’m very into disney parks so this was very fun to write. PLEASE ALSO READ THE PROLOGUE BEFORE READING THE CHAPTERS!
PROLOGUE
▸CHOOSE YOUR SUITOR
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▸ QIAN KUN
01. lover’s quarrel 
02. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
03. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
04. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
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▸ TEN
01. walking is for losers
02. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
03. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
04. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
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▸ DONG SI CHENG
01. never beating the ‘fainting princess’ allegations
02. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
03. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
04. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
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▸ WONG KUN HANG
01. please stop lore dumping
02. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
03. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
04. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
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▸ XIAO DE JUN
01. 2 idiots 1 braincell
02. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
03. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
04. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
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▸ LIU YANG YANG
01. google search: wikihow to look cool in front of a girl with pictures
02. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
03. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
04. [CHAPTER NOT FOUND?]
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markiemelon · 5 months
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make a wish
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♡ genre. fluff ! no warnings ♡ pairings. xiaojun x gn!reader ♡
friends to lovers
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{9:13pm} ☆彡
your first date with your crush!xiaojun. you had been counting down the days since he asked you out last week. he said he wanted to take you somewhere after your study session.
he took you to a cafe and then the two of you walked around the area and ended up in a nearby park.
you were telling xiaojun about something and got distracted by a small flicker in the sky.
“is that a shooting star?” you interrupted yourself.
the boy’s eyes lit up.
“quick!” he shook your shoulder. “make a wish!”
you shut your eyes tightly and rested your chin onto your intertwined hands.
there was only one thing you could think to wish for. all you really wanted was the boy next to you. for him to be yours. but you thought maybe that was too much to ask. “just a kiss.” you spoke silently to the sky. “i just want to kiss him.”
“what did you wish for?”
your cheeks tinted pink. “i cant tell you!”
unsatisfied with your response, he nagged. “cmon pleaseeee”
“i cant tell you…but i guess i could show you.”
you put both of your hands on his cheeks and pulled his lips to yours.
“hm that’s funny.” xiaojun giggled out of the kiss.
“what is?” concern grew on your face.
“we had the same wish.”
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goldenamaranthe-blog · 9 months
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You did some Jaune asks. Maybe now Dragonslayer???
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Dragonslayer? You got it.
check under the cut
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Yang: (wearing a metal bucket on her head and taped together cardboard boxes as armor) DIE FOUL BEAST AND ALLOW THE PRINCE AND PRINCESSES TO BE FREE ONCE MORE!!!
Tian, Yin, & Keir: (from their treehouse) Save us, Sir Dagon!!!
Yang: (starts whacking at the homemade, wooden red dragon with a foam Minecraft sword)
Blake & Weiss: (watching from the back patio and drinking tea/coffee)
Weiss: There are days where I envy your choice in wife.
Blake: Why?
Weiss: (looks over to where Ruby is trying to teach their 6 month old how to read a weapon schematic)
Ruby: Okay, Penny, this is what we call a  bolt-action. sniper. rifle.
Weiss: (sighs) Why do I love that dolt.
Tian, Yin, & Keir: (on Yang's shoulders as she steps on the tipped over dragon) Yay! Sir Dagon the Dragon Slayer!!!
Blake: The same reason why I love my blonde himbo of a wife.
Weiss & Blake: They make us happy.
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goldenshornyjail · 8 months
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It’s awful bold to assume Yang would ever top.
It's awful bold to assume that I care if you think she's a bottom, yet here you are. Making assumptions.
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Yang: (wearing a collar with a leash clasped to the D-ring as she snaps her hips forward, hilting a sizeable strap-on into Blake's pussy with a single thrust) That good, babe?
Blake: (holding on to the end of the leash for dear life as Yang pins her wrists above her head - the slick pouring out of her stains the bedsheets and leaves behind a puddle) Gods, yes!!!
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heartfullofleeches · 1 year
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I'd like to shotgun smoke c.c.
Sounds romantic
Tw: drug mentions, very slightly suggestive
"Ready, babe?"
"Yeah."
C.C grins at you, placing his lips around the tip of his vape pe . Together, you sit on the love seat in his living room, watching early 2000's cartoons through not so legal means. While helping with his make-up earlier, you found the pen in another drawer, and you mutually came up with the idea for a smoke session while you binged what could be called nostalgic shows.
C.C takes a deep puff; hacking up a lung as it burns the back of his throat. He wasn't a big smoker, but when in the company of his baby he liked to show off. Love makes you do crazy shit, and if anyone knows that fact better than most; it was him. He shakes off the coughing fit as he beats his chest with his fist; waving at all off with a laugh.
"Tell anyone about that and I'll say you're a liar. Lemme try again." C.C takes another, controlled intake; shutting his lips tight as he grabs the back of your neck. He jams them into yours; lips parting as you inhale the flavor of lemon and the taste of his tongue. Wisps of smoke trail from the corners of your mouth as you two kiss, the smoke in your chest held back by his tongue pressing against yours. He sucks on your bottom lip as he pulls back, looking at you with eyes clouded with affection and an unknown haze. You take the pen held loosely in his grasp, locking your opposite hand with his as you bring it to your mouth.
"My turn." You inhale, leaning in with the intake until your close enough to latch onto C.C's lips once more. He takes a deep breath before they connect; light-headed from all the smoke and the feeling of your warm skin against his. It was the only drug he never knew he wanted, but was impossible to put down. An insatiable craving that could only be satisfied with an "I love you" until he got his next fit.
C.C's roam across your back; body pushing you forward until you're spread out on the couch. He takes the pen and goes in for a drink, blowing the oncoming smoke against your skin as he burries his face into your neck. It was too much for him at the time. If he went in for another kiss, there was no telling what would happen- or when the next time you'd be able to leave his apartment.
Somewhere along the line, one of you starts to giggle; quickly followed by the other. It could've been something you said, or simply the nature of the situation, but the only thing that was concrete was the love you both shared for each other.
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Xiao + cuddle
Xiao + “cuddle“
The room is filled with an almost peaceful silence, the only sound the gleeful chirping of the birds outside, as Xiao slowly opens his eyes, squinting slightly when the warm light of the morning sun hits his face. It’s still early, but not early enough for the staff of the Wangshu Inn. Downstairs, he can hear them talking and laughing, discussing what needs to get done today and if they’d have time to visit Liyue Harbour again soon.
Next to him, you mumble something in your sleep, and almost immediately, Xiao’s attention shifts from the staff’s conversations to you. You’re still sound asleep, tugged into his side, head resting on his shoulder, a faint but content smile on your lips, and Xiao can’t help but smile as well. It never ceases to amaze him that someone like you fell in love with someone like him. But then again, he can’t imagine his life without you anymore. You are the sun, and he basks in your light.
He brushes his fingertips against your cheek, and you scrunch up your nose. His smile grows. In moments like this, Xiao is absolutely sure that you’re the most adorable person in all of Teyvat. Just the way you snuggle up to him whenever you get the opportunity to do so is enough to make him fall in love with you even more, and every time you look at him, eyes filled with adoration, he swears he’s going to melt on the spot.
Xiao continues to caress your face as he dwells on his thoughts, and soon enough, you stir awake underneath his touch. With sleepy eyes, you stifle a yawn before you whisper “Good morning.”
“Good morning, sleepyhead,” he replies, softly.
Silence settles in again as you bury your face in the crook of his neck, indulging in the warmth and comfort of his hug.
Thank you so much for reading! <3 If you enjoyed it please consider reblogging, liking and/or leaving feedback. I'd really appreciate the support.
Taglist: @genshinparty @kaeyas-beloved @ajaxstar @caesars-bubbles @the-gayest-sky-kid
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melodead · 2 years
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you’ve known ajax for as long as you can remember. from the barren winter of your youth to the maze-like woods by morepesok, all of it is inextricably linked back to a hesitant, earnest grin and shining blue eyes.
somewhere in the woods is a crack in the ground. it’s stark against the snow—but rather unremarkable otherwise. he joked about falling in sometimes—“maybe someone took a wrong turn while ice fishing. what do you think?”—but you’d always drag him away before he got any other ideas. after all, ajax had always wanted an adventure for himself, however nervous he may be. (personally, it gave you chills, and not just because it was snezhnaya.)
that all changes when he goes missing at 14.
you find him three days later standing over the crack, as if he’d just crawled out. once upon a time, it’d just been a strange landmark, perhaps a start of some story. whenever you think about it now, you’re brought back to fresh, scabbed scars, deadened blue eyes, and a confident, terrible smile.
you suspect ajax died sometime within those three days.
his new thirst for violence frightens his parents. his siblings are too young to know any better, so the night he’s sent away, you make a promise to wait for him.
“you make a pinkie promise, you keep it all your life. you break a pinkie promise, i throw you on the ice.” his eyes have never been brighter. “the cold will kill the pinkie that once betrayed your friend…”
you curl your pinkie around his. “the frost will freeze your tongue off so you never lie again.”
he smiles then, something unfamiliar and unsettling. “oh, when i return, i’ll take you on the greatest adventure there is.” and as you watch him leave, you think the wind howls fiercer than ever.
a few years pass. you hear about him sometimes, about his promotion to harbinger, a few rumors about his battles. (they call him something else now.) you keep your promise for the most part, but decide to visit liyue one summer for something new. it’s nothing like snezhnaya, jade city and sun-drenched land, and above all—it’s golden. it’s a dream.
you’re speaking to a tall consultant when you hear him.
“hey! it’s been a while, comrade!”
when you turn around, you’re met with blue eyes and a smile—all teeth and no hint of that young boy you once knew.
you think childe, tartaglia, is a stranger to you.
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electrosair · 7 months
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Haiii!! :3 i have a request?!
Xiao, scara and kazuha dealing with an s/o whos super loud and energetic!
Said s/o literally cannot stay still for a second either hehe >.<
english isn’t my first language, sorry for mistakes
characters: kazuha + scaramouche + xiao
word count: 0.3k
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Kazuha
He always has a good time with you, there isn't a moment when he doesn't enjoy your crazy antics or every time you raise your tone of voice to express yourself better. Kazuha would put up with being by your side very well, your attitudes would compensate each other since he is a pretty calm person who only speaks when necessary.
At times when you need to be more relaxed or just can't find a calm yourself, he would try to help you as much as possible: telling you stories, humming and taking you outside for some fresh air.
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Scaramouche
He would reach points where he would become easily irritated if you spend a lot of time bothering him specifically with some issue, perhaps by talking too loudly or gesticulating too much. But the annoyance would fade away quickly, or at least that's what Scaramouche tries to do. During days when you are very energetic and want to do things all the time, he would have no problem to go with you to do all the mischief that is necessary until you finally end up asleep, leaning on his shoulder from exhaustion. He likes it too much, but he won't admit it.
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Xiao
He would let you talk all the time, he doesn't want to say a word. Hearing your voice as you express excitement about the things you will do today or plan to do with his company is more than enough for Xiao.
He's not much in favor of you going out with him on his expeditions to put an end to the evil that plagues the people of Liyue. But when you ask him in such ways to take you with him, even if it's just to see and that you're going to stay out of the way…. He knows perfectly well that this is a lie and that you will be all the time moving from one side to another, yet he can't say a single no to you.
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dustofthedailylife · 1 year
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Hear me out because yes I believe Xiao should have a stubborn s/o because I find it hilarious but imagine him with someone clumsy. Like the clumsy where you dont even notice some injuries.
Zhongli with a clumsy s/o would just be adorable because like he would place his hand on corners so they wont get hurt, keep his arm around them cause he know they'll trip. His so subtle about it too but to everyone outside the relationship can see how he makes sure they don't get hurt.
Or the best of both worlds? Stubborn and clumsy! The poor man would get so worried. I took the liberty and typed out some headcanons for this idea!
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"I'll catch you when you fall!" Xiao, Zhongli, Ayato, Tighnari, Kaeya x Clumsy! Reader (gn!) [Fluff] → Masterlist || → Taglist
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→ Xiao would be so worried about you all the time. Every time he sees you trying to dust off the shelf, standing on a chair to reach the upper shelf he immediately tenses up and offers you to do it instead. With his anemo vision it's easier to dust off anyway, right? It wouldn't be the first time you fell off the chair, so can't risk anything.
No matter how often you tell him it's nothing, that you're just clumsy, and that he doesn't have to worry, he'll not listen. How can you just not notice or care when you hurt yourself?
He even developed a sense for whenever you get hurt at this point. Doesn't matter if he is there to see it or not. He'd materialize next to you in an instant!
"You need to be more careful! I don't like it when I see you get hurt..."
→ Zhongli is much more subtle when it comes to worrying about you. The corner of the cabinet you keep running into? He makes sure to move the cabinet ever so slightly so you won't bump your hip into it anymore when you cut the corner like you always do. He places his palm over the edges when he is close to you and sees you heading towards one.
He'd take you by your hand when the terrain becomes uneven because he knows you're prone to stumble a lot.
Should you happen to get a bruise nonetheless he'd place featherlight kisses on them to take away the pain.
"Darling, you need to be more careful. Otherwise, I might have to carry you everywhere soon to make sure you don't hurt yourself."
→ Ayato unfortunately doesn't get to be around you all day due to his duties as a commissioner; but he notices whenever you have a new scratch or bruise. His heart grows heavy because he hates how they stand out against your satin-like skin.
He makes sure to have the best ointment mixed from the best apothecary in Inazuma so your bruises fade quicker and stop hurting. He makes sure to softly rub it onto your bruises in the evening and if he's feeling like it you maybe even get a back massage on top of it.
Maybe he tells Thoma to have an eye on you throughout the day so he could inform him where you keep hurting yourself in the Estate. He makes sure to replace the furniture that is hazardous to you.
"Love, you got a new bruise there. I know you love me but you don't need to fall for me every day again. Haha, don't look at me like that. Let me take care of it."
→ Tighnari would sigh when he sees you stumble over the root just outside of your hut for the umpteenth time. It's genuinely fascinating how often a single person could fall over the same thing so often. At least you stopped actually falling and just stumbled over it now. That was an improvement.
He looks at you disappointed and stems his hands on his hips whenever he sees you with a new bruise. How can you not even notice them anymore?
Eventually he removes the root, because he hates it when you hurt yourself. Now he only needs to make sure you don't stumble and fall as much when you're out on patrol. This would be a challenge - but he could always catch you in his arms, right?
"The evil root has been banished. No more falling now! Otherwise, I'll have to start walking behind you every waking hour!"
→ Kaeya can't help but laugh a little whenever he sees you stumble over the carpet again. Your expression is just too hilarious though. When you stare at him in annoyance he walks over to you and embraces you in a warm hug, kissing the crown of your head. And while you secretly enjoy his reactions to your clumsiness and he thinks you're cute, he'd prefer if you would stop getting bruised.
If you happen to fall and have an exceptionally nasty bruise he places his hands on it and cools the area with his cryo vision to alleviate the pain. He is literally your walking ice pack. Practical. Even if you didn't even notice the bruise or it doesn't hurt, you let him cool it nonetheless.
He can also function as a personal airbag since he's learned to predict whenever you're about to fall or stumble by now. He moves in the way and catches you in his arms whenever the need arises.
"Oh, be careful now! I admit it may look funny when you stumble but... don't look at me like that, I wasn't done speaking yet! - But... I'd prefer if you don't get hurt, sweetheart."
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New archon quest=sucker punch in the guts
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You hold him like you've never seen such an oasis in a desert.
But you've almost lost him.
And you can't really wrap your mind around it, because how can you think of a life without him by your side when you've grown so close that even now, as you cling to each other for dear life, your hearts beat as one.
Both erratic, both frightened, both guilty.
"I apologise... I-"
"Don't." You cut him off, maybe too brashly, as you feel him flinch in your arms. You can't fathom the reason why he's apologising in the first place, not yet. Not when his scent is filling your senses, not when his hair is tickling your chin and his warmth is seeping through your clothes.
Not when he's still alive, and you have plenty of time to chastise him for the choice he's almost made.
You expect him to detangle himself from your embrace, to leave this moment of weakness behind, put his mask back on and pretend to be who he really isn't: a heartless tool to the hands of slaughter.
But instead he sinks further onto you, placidly floating in the love you're offering, a place where, you'd dare to say, he feels safe. He's trusting you to shield him from the world, now that he can't brandish his weapon.
And you do. Of course you do.
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