[ Zhongli's playing is (unsurprisingly) probably very true to the original source with very little innovation and addition on his own.
So when he moves to the chorus a second time, it might come as a little bit of surprise when he changes the key in which they are playing and moves his half of the playing to harmony - giving Venti the stage and spotlight he so rightly deserves. ]
[ Venti blinks up at him in surprise for a moment, but takes the cue -- he carries the next portion in a way that remains faithful to the original, but adapts it for the nuances of the flute. Well, and his own Barbatos quirks, of course.
It's lovely either way, and he's never been one to shrink from the spotlight. ]
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leaveofabsence) wrote2025-03-14 08:34 am
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If not, you should send for one.
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[ It's the most portable! ]
Am I performing?
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[ He pulls his flute from one of the many compartments in his sensitIV™ clothing, climbing onto the stage. ]
It's a little backwards, isn't it? Should you be the one performing on your own special day?
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It is also my special day. So I get to choose.
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Never turn your back on the audience, but -- there isn't one just now. ]
Alright, alright. As Mr. Zhongli demands~
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And begins to play Guizhong's lullaby. ]
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It only takes a few notes for him to know what Zhongli is playing.
He lifts the flute, playing in time. ]
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So when he moves to the chorus a second time, it might come as a little bit of surprise when he changes the key in which they are playing and moves his half of the playing to harmony - giving Venti the stage and spotlight he so rightly deserves. ]
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It's lovely either way, and he's never been one to shrink from the spotlight. ]
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And while the poem was lovely, what could be a better birthday gift than enjoying the passion and care of his oldest friend?
At the end of this chorus, he draws the song to a close and puts down the bow to his instrument. ]
A splendid rendition.
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A duet is only as good as one's partner.
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Being modest for me on this day of my birth. To what do I owe this honor?
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Can a musician not appreciate the talents of others?
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Perhaps.
But you are not always so straightforward.
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No? Well then, I can't account for it at all. You'll just have to make your own guesses.
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Thank you.
The gesture was incredibly sweet.
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I can't offer much . . . certainly not riches, or conquests, or that world you dream of, but . . .
Whatever would bring you peace and happiness, I'd do what I can.
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You're part of the world I dream of. Who you are and nothing else.
I do not wish for anything more from you.
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I know. Fancy abodes aside, you've never asked much for yourself, you know.
I wondered if it's just because you know how flighty and unreliable I am.
[ #jokes ]
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I will concede to flighty, but I will not accept you calling yourself unreliable.
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This new, softer Morax continues to surprise me every day.
[ He set that roast up for you and everything ]
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Especially when there are many existing faults I could name.
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Okay, okay, subject change.
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