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...mm, you can turn speed into strength in some scenarios, so, if we're in agreeance, then I can change pain tolerance to speed. [ ... ] This would also give me a chance to change my animal. I could pick something with wings or poison or... something like that...

But do you think a fox suits me?

[ Attempting to not look too distressed ]

Would you lose your tails if you changed your animal?

[ The important question ]

[ shakes his head. ] No, the corruption that granted me the additional tails was a package deal. I have the ears and the tails whether I'm a member of Wild City or not... [ smirks, getting all up in his face... and so he gives his nose a lick. ] You like them, don't you, Xiansheng?

[ Rubs at his nose, going just a bit cross-eyed when Childe licks it. Of course, Zhongli likes his tails. He thought he was quite obvious about it.

... But if Childe wants to hear it, then--- ]

Yes, I am quite fond of them.

Not only are they soft and pleasant to the touch but you are very expressive with them. I believe with their help I have begun to understand you a little better.

[ he is obvious about it, but childe likes hearing it. smiles, scooting closer, and bringing them all up in his space - making sure to fluff them up just for zhongli. ] And they like you too. We like you, I should say. [ he loops an arm around zhongli's waist, resting his head on his shoulder. ] ...they're not going anywhere if I change animals, but this is an opportunity to pick something that could be more effective in killing somebody.

You know what I think would be kind of... neat? A scorpion. Can you imagine that tail... big? And venomous.

A scorpion is also well armored to protect itself.

[ He reaches over to run his fingers across one of Childe's tails, petting it reverently. ]

But do you think it suits you?

Do you not want something more akin to your element?

It is battle ready… like me. [ but beyond that, not really. ]

Like a… fish? I’m not really sure if there’s anything interesting I could get out of a fish besides breathing underwater, and I don’t really think that’s going to come in handy all that much.

…the ones that have some interesting abilities, ah, well, I wouldn’t want to make you uncomfortable.

Ajax...

You do not have to worry about my comfort in these matters. You should choose what is best for you.

[ he takes his hand and squeezes it, leaning over to brush his lips over his cheek. ] Maybe not, but I’m still trying to be considerate, because I love you… are you’ll likely have to deal with me and my abilities sooner or later. [ a bit of a chuckle. ]

[ A somewhat fond if exasperated sigh ]

As long as you respect my personal space in regards to any tentacles, then there should be no issue.

I'm not going to pick octopus, but I did consider it... as there is a venomous octopus and, not going to lie, I'm really into the idea of killing somebody like that. [ smiles. ] And the suckers could come in handy for clinging to things... but I do think I have another animal in mind - one that will fit both of our criteria.

One with or without suckers?

Would you like me any less if I had a slew of tentacles coming out of my back~ but this one doesn't have any suckers. A type of eel. You would have to deal with me being a little wriggling and potentially slimy snake like creature sometimes though.

[ Zhongli brings his hand up to brush the back of it against Childe's cheek ]

I could never love you less. You are Childe and Ajax and Caeli and Tartaglia. And I am terribly fond of every part of you.

If a wriggling eel is to be added to the list, then I will love that as well.

[ sets his hand on zhongli's and smiles, his face starting to hurt, because he's just so damn happy. scoots a little closer, giving him a chaste kiss. ] And I you, Xiansheng. I don't think there will be many situations where you'll have to deal with that, as I imagine I'll mostly still turn into an arctic fox, but I just won't be able to talk to you in that form anymore. A real shame, but... as this specific type of eel I'll gain the ability to electrocute people, which will almost be like having my delusion back.

Indeed. I believe that you would be less restless if you were once again connected with the elements.

As for not being able to speak in your arctic fox form --- while regrettable, perhaps it is for the best. That way you can use such a form for resting. A fox can still curl up near a fire and regain their strength.

I'll be able to connect with them both this way. [ he takes out his phone to make the purchase. ] I'll be without all of my abilities for a little bit... [ sets a hand on zhongli's chest, nudging him backward. ] did you want to take advantage of that for anything~

And, mm, it could be nice to use that form for r&r.

[ Zhongli topples, but in the process grips onto Childe's shirt and pulls him down with him. ]

Is that an invitation to take advantage of your situation?

[ manages to get a hand down on the side of zhongli's face to avoid crushing him. ] Absolutely. [ makes the purchase - though his fox ears and tail[s] don't go away, as they're corruptions. ] I'm at the mercy of a dragon... but not just any dragon, my fiance~

Hmmm.

[ And he places a hand on Childe's hip, thumbing across whatever exposed skin he can find. ]

And is there something you want in particular?

A fantasy that you've been wanting to try?

...similar to how I have used my pheromones on you, to drive you crazy, Heart Solider has that emotional tether ability, yeah, ..? Use it. I won't be able to do anything to try to retaliate, beyond what a normal human can do. [ so it's not like he could try to use his own abilities to deter or distract zhongli, and he may be interested in having control stripped of him as he drowns in feelings. ]

[ Zhongli's hands come up to cup Childe's face at the suggestion, eyes meeting his so he can see Childe's expression. ]

Are you sure you want this?

While I have no qualm about offering my feelings to you, that is quite the amount of vulnerability you would be expressing to me.

[ childe gazes back at him fondly. ] I’d like to try it. I’m sure it’s going to be a lot, but… I know how I feel, how… you feel, and I trust you. If something should start to go awry, then I’m sure you’ll sever the bond, but I can’t imagine it would, …not when you’re involved and… [ turns his head and kisses the center of his palm, tilting his head just so, so he can nuzzle his cheek into it. ] I want to be overwhelmed.

Then I would be honored to show you how much I love you.

[ His thumb traces over Childe's bottom lip. ]

May I switch our positions? I want you to be a comfortable as possible.

[ ...resists the urge to om nom. ]

Of course. You don't have to ask, Xiansheng. I'm at your mercy, remember~

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