[ That's how he'd felt that first day he'd seen the crown prince from above. Just a child, then, but he'd known Xie Lian was special. The only one worth dedicating himself to. When the god had told him if he needed a reason to live, to make Xie Lian that reason, well. He hasn't looked back or regretted it even once! No matter what happened after.
He remembers when his butterflies had finally found Xie Lian and told him all in a flutter of giddy delight and proud success!
Waiting just long enough for his husband to set the basket down, he tugs to encourage Xie Lian to take a seat in his lap - clearly the best seat all around! And wraps his arms securely around his love. ]
Of course. I wanted to share this place with you if you weren't busy.
{His faithful shadow, praying to him, racing after him, pushing himself beyond human limitations. Xie Lian would have never asked for such unbreakable loyalty. He had only told a little boy to keep living and if he, somehow, made that child happy? Then the little one should use him as his reason to continue. At least until he found his own reason to live.
He never expected...this. Placing the butterfly on his shoulder, he allows himself to be gathered onto Hua Cheng's lap. The arms shelter him and he rubs along them, smiling tenderly.}
I haven't really seen... {Because he has been focused on a certain Supreme. But as he looks around, he sighs happily.} This is the perfect place for you.
[ Loving him unconditionally. Xie Lian's one true believer. He'd never needed anything in return. To have his beloved god's love and loyalty in return? Now? Is everything.
Hua Cheng holds his love close, one hand strokes lovingly over Xie Lian's back and side as he enjoys having his husband rest against him. That happy sigh sinks into his heart and he rests his cheek on silky hair. ]
{What has he done to deserve that love? He protected Hua Cheng from death, once, scared his bullies away, gave him an umbrella and...
Brought him unimaginable torment. Xie Lian has done many awful things, but that is by far his worst. Hua Cheng is the stubborn red bloom that stands out, that never falters, in his heart. It's now time for him to protect him.
Leaning back, he brings Hua Cheng's hand to his lips and kisses his palm.}
If you want me here - or anywhere - just ask. I will always come.
[ Xie Lian saw him and decided he was worth being treated as a person. No one else had treated Hong-er even remotely kindly before. Everyone else saw him as a monster, something to be beaten up and tormented for daring to breathe the same air as them.
Hua Cheng had decided from that moment on to get strong enough to protect Xie Lian. To have been able to be useful to his god was all he'd wanted. He hadn't cared that he'd died multiple times in the process, as long as it had served his beloved. He's simply too stubborn to stay dispersed!
He rubs his cheek against his love's hair as his hand is kissed, smile softening at the promise. ]
You followed the butterflies. Consider that my call if they try to lead you somewhere.
{He hadn't been able to stand the bullying little Hong'er endured. He had itched to do more - multiple times - but the Heavenly edicts had, more or less, bound him. Until he decided to break them, that is. Knowing what Jun Wu was all along only deepens his regret. He wishes he had scooped the little boy up and kept him with him.
No one will disperse his love. No one. Hua Cheng's ashes are safe against his heart as he snuggles against his husband's chest.}
You know I can't resist them! {Or his San Lang.} Especially the little ones. They like to cling to my hair as I walk.
[ So many reasons Hua Cheng had refused to join the ranks of Heaven. Only one is the most important: they'd treated his beloved horribly. He doesn't regret going the opposite direction and becoming their very bane, stronger and stronger with each torment.
His ashes couldn't be more safe than they are hanging around Xie Lian's neck. If his beloved ceased to exist, somehow, Hua Cheng wouldn't want to continue.
He cuddles his precious husband close and drops a kiss to his forehead, grinning at the little silver winged creature that clings stubbornly to Xie Lian's shoulder. ]
You're the only one who likes them. [ Well, obviously other than himself. ]
I don't understand that. I guess their reputation makes people afraid of them - and their connection to you. {He turns and bumps their noses together, blushing profusely at how close their lips come to touching. They have kissed, been intimate and more besides, but Hua Cheng will always make his heart race!}
But I wouldn't even mind if they attacked me. {He laughs and caresses the butterfly with a single finger.} No one is going to make you leave, little friend. I can carry you for the rest of time if that would make you happy.
I have encouraged it. [ He chuckles softly and daringly kisses those soft lips when they come so close. Xie Lian's blushes always delight him in being the cause! ]
They would never attack you. [ Partially because they're part of Hua Cheng, and nothing in the ghost would ever harm even a hair on his god's head.
He smiles as the little butterfly flutters its wings, seeming to preen under the attention. A few more silver butterflies flutter over to join them. ]
I figured. {Xie Lian looks amused, his eyes shining with adoration. The kiss makes his toes curl and he touches his lips shyly with two fingers.}
I would give them no reason to attack me. I love them and I love you. {He looks up at the new butterflies and welcomes them, crooning to them softly as they land on his hair and robes.}
Is Autumn too harsh for them? I can help. {By offering extra protection to their precious flutter of butterflies.}
[ A thrill runs through him at that easy acceptance and continued, endless love. The shy touch to kissed lips only encourages him to nuzzle those fingers! ]
We know. [ To have his god's love, no matter what he's done...he basks in that certainty and each of the butterflies that have come settle happily on Xie Lian, wings waving delicately at the soft crooning. ]
They're more resilient than people think, though I will never stop you from doing what you want. [ As his beloved well knows! ]
{He grins and finds a little confidence, moving his fingers so he can kiss his darling properly. And well. His arms slip around Hua Cheng's shoulders and he takes his time.}
I could never hurt them. {He might as well take shots at himself. In fact, he would rather hurt himself! The little creatures glow pleasantly and he stills himself, blinking peacefully.}
Losing even one - {His throat constricts.} I don't want to see them sacrificing themselves ever again. Not for me.
[ Oh! He loves when his beloved moves with such confidence like this. His arms tighten around Xie Lian's waist as he presses greedily into the kiss he's gifted.
Even when their lips part, he stays as close as his precious one allows, gazing adoringly at him.
He nudges their noses together, seeking to reassure his love. Silver wings flutter as if to add their own reassurances of their strength. This is one thing they have mirror opinions of - that they'd rather take any beating upon themselves than allow the other to be harmed. ]
{His lips tingle and his heart is flying, soaring high above everything that has ever sought to hold him down. He meets Hua Cheng's gaze and forgets everything - and everyone - else. It's only them and a gaggle of butterflies glowing softly in the sunset.}
Is that what you want most? {It's what he wants most. But Hua Cheng has given him everything. Because of his past, Xie Lian is painfully aware of debts - even if a loving marriage shouldn't require those.}
I'm going to build on our cabin. Let's make it into a palace - just for us.
[ No one else matters but each other. Hua Cheng kisses his husband again, answering that question with emotions of love, protectiveness, devotion for a long moment. ]
Yes. [ One simple word that encompasses far more. He's never felt like Xie Lian owes him anything - if anything, he feels the reverse!
{Said emotions wash over him and wrap around him like the warmest cloak. A butterfly tickles his neck, his cheek and he finds it impossible to worry. He is home. This is his family.}
I'm yours. {Xie Lian takes off his fox brooch and pins it to the fabric on Hua Cheng's chest.}
Now, now, this is my project. We can change it if you don't like it, but I do want to surprise you.
{He should be proud. The amount of preparations Hua Cheng made...just for him...leave Xie Lian awestruck. Without his husband, he wouldn't have been able to defeat Jun Wu or discover happiness again. Hua Cheng has been his guardian and his teacher - always patient, always gentle.}
He's good company. {He nods to the brooch as the fox gives a small yawn.}
You've built me temples; I think it's time I reciprocated.
[ Every single thing, to the tiniest gesture, has been for Xie Lian since the moment little Hong-er had seen him. Had been caught by those strong arms. The fact his beloved is strong and powerful in his own right doesn't change the fact Hua Cheng is happy to be strong enough to help keep him safe without his god lifting a finger.
Xie Lian deserves every effort. Everything gentle and beautiful. Every patience.
He grins down at the cute little fox. ]
Thank you for gifting me his company.
[ He threads loving fingers through Xie Lian's soft hair, bringing strands over to kiss reverently. ]
{He has never had someone strong enough - powerful enough - to protect him. It's a strange and wonderful experience for him to therefore watch his San Lang effortlessly defend him. No one had ever bothered to go that far - not for him, at least. Not that he can blame them. Who would want the ire of an insane Heavenly Emperor?
Yet Hua Cheng had openly flaunted everything Heaven offered. For him. He fell for him. Xie Lian can't let him go now. He won't.}
He will hide in your pocket for his naps.
{Slender, strong fingers thread into Hua Cheng's hair too and he kisses his beloved's temple.}
I want to give you everything. Everything this world has to offer.
[ He'd never been afraid of anyone. Only of failing his beloved. It had driven him to get stronger. To give all of himself, every moment of every day, to gather more power and strength. So he would finally be the shield and weapon for his beloved god. Nothing else has ever mattered.
Hua Cheng hums quietly, accepting the information on the sweet little fox brooch. And the fingers through his hair and kiss to his temple has his eye close briefly in enjoyment.
A playfully wicked smile tugs at his lips and he peeks at his love again, head tilting just a little. Should he give warning...? No. The wraith butterflies move so they won't be squished as he flips them, pressing his husband down into the soft grass that he's been sprawled across. ]
{The fox brooch stretches and their fluffy tail sways as they blink up at Hua Cheng. Then they give him a wide, toothy grin and hop around on his chest until they find a nook - or a pocket - that feels nice and cozy.
Xie Lian rubs his fingertips against his beloved's scalp and cradles the back of his neck, silently adoring him. He will make sure Hua Cheng is loved for all of his efforts - and because Xie Lian can't feel otherwise for his darling Ghost King.}
San Lang! {He gasps, the shift of the butterflies his only warning before he is flat on his back. Giggling, his legs part to welcome Hua Cheng flush against him.}
[ He grins back at the cute little fox and waits for it to decide where to nap.
Then moves, settling comfortably over - on top of! - his beloved god as those legs part in welcome. He chuckles warmly and kisses those giggling lips tenderly before nipping naughtily at them. ]
Anything you want.
[ Naturally~ But it's usually exactly what Hua Cheng wants too, so it's just fine! His body warns of his desire, rocking slowly against Xie Lian as he claims another kiss. Deeper. Hungrier. ]
{The fox lets out a contented sign and sprawls in Hua Cheng's pocket. Look at that fluffy belly! Xie Lian may have spoiled him just a little.
The weight of his beloved on top of him is exciting and he stretches luxuriously. His honey gold eyes are fixed on his love, roving over him greedily. The nip just makes him squirm, his fingers curling in his San Lang's hair.}
Since you invited me here, I want you. Do... Do you think anyone will see us?
{He tears his gaze away from the beauty above him and looks around. But then he is being kissed deeply, a moan lost between their hungry lips, and nothing else matters.}
He delights in how his beloved stretches under him. Basks in having those beautiful eyes fixed on him. To be wanted...
Ha! As if he'd let any other see his beloved naked and writhing in pleasure! It's one of the many reasons he likes this particular spot so much. Fingers pluck at ties as he kisses his husband deeply, tongues tangling hungrily and clothing falls away to bare his beloved's perfect body. Greedy kisses aren't kept just to Xie Lian's lips though! He kisses, nibbles, and sucks along his beloved's slender neck as well! ]
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Date: 2025-05-27 11:44 pm (UTC)He remembers when his butterflies had finally found Xie Lian and told him all in a flutter of giddy delight and proud success!
Waiting just long enough for his husband to set the basket down, he tugs to encourage Xie Lian to take a seat in his lap - clearly the best seat all around! And wraps his arms securely around his love. ]
Of course. I wanted to share this place with you if you weren't busy.
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Date: 2025-05-27 11:50 pm (UTC)He never expected...this. Placing the butterfly on his shoulder, he allows himself to be gathered onto Hua Cheng's lap. The arms shelter him and he rubs along them, smiling tenderly.}
I haven't really seen... {Because he has been focused on a certain Supreme. But as he looks around, he sighs happily.} This is the perfect place for you.
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Date: 2025-05-27 11:54 pm (UTC)Hua Cheng holds his love close, one hand strokes lovingly over Xie Lian's back and side as he enjoys having his husband rest against him. That happy sigh sinks into his heart and he rests his cheek on silky hair. ]
You here with me makes it even more perfect.
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Date: 2025-05-28 01:05 am (UTC)Brought him unimaginable torment. Xie Lian has done many awful things, but that is by far his worst. Hua Cheng is the stubborn red bloom that stands out, that never falters, in his heart. It's now time for him to protect him.
Leaning back, he brings Hua Cheng's hand to his lips and kisses his palm.}
If you want me here - or anywhere - just ask. I will always come.
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Date: 2025-05-28 01:14 am (UTC)Hua Cheng had decided from that moment on to get strong enough to protect Xie Lian. To have been able to be useful to his god was all he'd wanted. He hadn't cared that he'd died multiple times in the process, as long as it had served his beloved. He's simply too stubborn to stay dispersed!
He rubs his cheek against his love's hair as his hand is kissed, smile softening at the promise. ]
You followed the butterflies. Consider that my call if they try to lead you somewhere.
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Date: 2025-05-28 01:19 am (UTC)No one will disperse his love. No one. Hua Cheng's ashes are safe against his heart as he snuggles against his husband's chest.}
You know I can't resist them! {Or his San Lang.} Especially the little ones. They like to cling to my hair as I walk.
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Date: 2025-05-28 01:38 am (UTC)His ashes couldn't be more safe than they are hanging around Xie Lian's neck. If his beloved ceased to exist, somehow, Hua Cheng wouldn't want to continue.
He cuddles his precious husband close and drops a kiss to his forehead, grinning at the little silver winged creature that clings stubbornly to Xie Lian's shoulder. ]
You're the only one who likes them. [ Well, obviously other than himself. ]
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Date: 2025-05-28 01:46 am (UTC)But I wouldn't even mind if they attacked me. {He laughs and caresses the butterfly with a single finger.} No one is going to make you leave, little friend. I can carry you for the rest of time if that would make you happy.
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Date: 2025-05-28 02:08 am (UTC)They would never attack you. [ Partially because they're part of Hua Cheng, and nothing in the ghost would ever harm even a hair on his god's head.
He smiles as the little butterfly flutters its wings, seeming to preen under the attention. A few more silver butterflies flutter over to join them. ]
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Date: 2025-05-28 02:13 am (UTC)I would give them no reason to attack me. I love them and I love you. {He looks up at the new butterflies and welcomes them, crooning to them softly as they land on his hair and robes.}
Is Autumn too harsh for them? I can help. {By offering extra protection to their precious flutter of butterflies.}
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Date: 2025-05-28 02:18 am (UTC)We know. [ To have his god's love, no matter what he's done...he basks in that certainty and each of the butterflies that have come settle happily on Xie Lian, wings waving delicately at the soft crooning. ]
They're more resilient than people think, though I will never stop you from doing what you want. [ As his beloved well knows! ]
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Date: 2025-05-28 02:23 am (UTC)I could never hurt them. {He might as well take shots at himself. In fact, he would rather hurt himself! The little creatures glow pleasantly and he stills himself, blinking peacefully.}
Losing even one - {His throat constricts.} I don't want to see them sacrificing themselves ever again. Not for me.
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Date: 2025-05-28 02:41 am (UTC)Even when their lips part, he stays as close as his precious one allows, gazing adoringly at him.
He nudges their noses together, seeking to reassure his love. Silver wings flutter as if to add their own reassurances of their strength. This is one thing they have mirror opinions of - that they'd rather take any beating upon themselves than allow the other to be harmed. ]
Then stay safe beside me.
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Date: 2025-05-28 02:46 am (UTC)Is that what you want most? {It's what he wants most. But Hua Cheng has given him everything. Because of his past, Xie Lian is painfully aware of debts - even if a loving marriage shouldn't require those.}
I'm going to build on our cabin. Let's make it into a palace - just for us.
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Date: 2025-05-28 03:01 am (UTC)Yes. [ One simple word that encompasses far more. He's never felt like Xie Lian owes him anything - if anything, he feels the reverse!
He smiles at the image his beloved paints. ]
What do you want to add on?
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Date: 2025-05-28 03:05 am (UTC)I'm yours. {Xie Lian takes off his fox brooch and pins it to the fabric on Hua Cheng's chest.}
Now, now, this is my project. We can change it if you don't like it, but I do want to surprise you.
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Date: 2025-05-28 03:17 am (UTC)And I am yours.
[ The brooch is gently touched after it's settled in place, only for him to laugh softly. ]
I look forward to when you decide to show me.
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Date: 2025-05-28 03:23 am (UTC)He's good company. {He nods to the brooch as the fox gives a small yawn.}
You've built me temples; I think it's time I reciprocated.
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Date: 2025-05-28 03:35 am (UTC)Xie Lian deserves every effort. Everything gentle and beautiful. Every patience.
He grins down at the cute little fox. ]
Thank you for gifting me his company.
[ He threads loving fingers through Xie Lian's soft hair, bringing strands over to kiss reverently. ]
Being with you is enough of a temple for me.
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Date: 2025-05-28 03:40 am (UTC)Yet Hua Cheng had openly flaunted everything Heaven offered. For him. He fell for him. Xie Lian can't let him go now. He won't.}
He will hide in your pocket for his naps.
{Slender, strong fingers thread into Hua Cheng's hair too and he kisses his beloved's temple.}
I want to give you everything. Everything this world has to offer.
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Date: 2025-05-28 03:50 am (UTC)Hua Cheng hums quietly, accepting the information on the sweet little fox brooch. And the fingers through his hair and kiss to his temple has his eye close briefly in enjoyment.
A playfully wicked smile tugs at his lips and he peeks at his love again, head tilting just a little. Should he give warning...? No. The wraith butterflies move so they won't be squished as he flips them, pressing his husband down into the soft grass that he's been sprawled across. ]
You are everything I want.
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Date: 2025-05-28 10:31 am (UTC)Xie Lian rubs his fingertips against his beloved's scalp and cradles the back of his neck, silently adoring him. He will make sure Hua Cheng is loved for all of his efforts - and because Xie Lian can't feel otherwise for his darling Ghost King.}
San Lang! {He gasps, the shift of the butterflies his only warning before he is flat on his back. Giggling, his legs part to welcome Hua Cheng flush against him.}
So mischievous. What am I going to do with you?
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Date: 2025-05-28 05:51 pm (UTC)Then moves, settling comfortably over - on top of! - his beloved god as those legs part in welcome. He chuckles warmly and kisses those giggling lips tenderly before nipping naughtily at them. ]
Anything you want.
[ Naturally~ But it's usually exactly what Hua Cheng wants too, so it's just fine! His body warns of his desire, rocking slowly against Xie Lian as he claims another kiss. Deeper. Hungrier. ]
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Date: 2025-05-28 07:13 pm (UTC)The weight of his beloved on top of him is exciting and he stretches luxuriously. His honey gold eyes are fixed on his love, roving over him greedily. The nip just makes him squirm, his fingers curling in his San Lang's hair.}
Since you invited me here, I want you. Do... Do you think anyone will see us?
{He tears his gaze away from the beauty above him and looks around. But then he is being kissed deeply, a moan lost between their hungry lips, and nothing else matters.}
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Date: 2025-05-29 04:43 am (UTC)He delights in how his beloved stretches under him. Basks in having those beautiful eyes fixed on him. To be wanted...
Ha! As if he'd let any other see his beloved naked and writhing in pleasure! It's one of the many reasons he likes this particular spot so much. Fingers pluck at ties as he kisses his husband deeply, tongues tangling hungrily and clothing falls away to bare his beloved's perfect body. Greedy kisses aren't kept just to Xie Lian's lips though! He kisses, nibbles, and sucks along his beloved's slender neck as well! ]
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