...so this is new for us both then. [ he takes another step closer as he reaches for zhongli's hand. ] How about a promise, then, instead of a contract... at least to start. [ because dating contract has him feeling a touch overwhelmed-! ] I promise to do what I can when I can to make you happy. [ brings his hand to his lips for a kiss. ] ...whether that's buying you stuff, cooking you things, or just smothering you in attention and affection. I just want this to make you happier.
[ he’s no dating expert, so... enjoy the moment of silence, because he’s not sure how to respond. ] Ah, yeah, of course, but... [ somehow this is the most complicated thing he’s dealt with recently. zhongli WHY. ] now it’s official??? [ he legit has no clue. ]
... [ cups zhongli's cheeks and squishes. ] If it'll make you feel better we can make a little contract. Nothing crazy though, alright. The last thing I want to do is face the wrath of the rock. I'm sure you'll find some way to drop a boulder on me should I accidentally misstep.
I do not require a contract. If my word and promise are sufficient, then I will also be content with yours.
[ The last thing either of the need is any boulders from the sky - intentional, accidentally, or provoked. And consider the two of them, any of the three are equally likely. ]
[ but accidental sky boulders could ( and would ) be hilarious. also inevitable. ] ...perhaps if I ever wish to make Xiansheng my bride I'll get a chance to make a contract with him. [ kisses his nose. ] But promises are contracts to me... perhaps a bit less formal, but I do think they have a certain weight to them. [ shuts his eyes. ] ...so from this moment forward Xiansheng is my boyfriend and I am his boyfriend.
Shall we seal it with a kiss? [ so much for not making this like a contract. ]
[ /// ] I just never expected to feel this way... about anybody... s- so you make me feel things, a lot of things, and they’re not bad, they’re good, just kind of confusing, I guess.
...it’s not, it’s not only that. [ how can he say that doesn’t feel like he’s worth loving... that having somebody feel similarly is what’s truly unexpected. ] I don’t know how to put it to words, but it doesn’t really matter. I’m happy, and that’s what counts. You make me happy, Xiansheng.
[ grunts, lips turning up into a smile as he invites zhongli to deepen the kiss. he loops his arms around his waist to tug him impossibly closer. ] A skhozhu po tebe s uma. [ murmured against his lips when he needs to take a short breath. ]
Hah, [ his face flushes at the attention give to his ears, the furry little nubs twitching as he subconsciously leans into the touch - tail wagging. ] but only a select few get to see this side of me. Xiansheng is special.
How can I say no? I look forward to seeing what you have in store for me.
[ it’s hard not to melt into the delicate touches zhongli is giving to his ear, a pleased little hum escaping him despite himself. ] Xiansheng~ [ he’s about to start nuzzling up into his hand when his own is pinned to the shelf. the flush on his cheeks darkens as his eyes flicker to his newly secured hand. ]
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Do we not already do that...?
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[ Repeats slowly, as if trying to bring meaning to words he does not understand. ]
Alright.
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Sir! ]
I do not require a contract. If my word and promise are sufficient, then I will also be content with yours.
[ The last thing either of the need is any boulders from the sky - intentional, accidentally, or provoked. And consider the two of them, any of the three are equally likely. ]
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Shall we seal it with a kiss? [ so much for not making this like a contract. ]
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Then we shall settle for the less formal promise.
[ And he reaches forward to cup Childe's face in both palms. ]
Sealed and signed as your preference.
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What you do to me isn’t fair. [ it’s just a joke. ] A kiss then.
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He pauses while still leaning in towards Childe ]
What is not fair exactly?
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[ wat. ]
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Hmmm, yes. I can understand that. My feelings are also rather unexpected and sudden.
[ "Sudden" for someone who has lived for millennia anyway. ]
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Zhongli doesn't even know what to say to that. Is not used to being the inarticulate one.
So. . . ]
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He'll be going in for that kiss now. ]
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ideal, even. ]
[ he'll return the kiss.
guess that contract is sealed ♥ ]
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Perhaps a little enthusiastically as Zhongli lets go of the plush in favor of pressing Childe up against his brand new shelving. ]
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Childe. Don't be cruel.
My Snezhnayan is centuries outdated.
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The esteemed diplomat has always been a charmer.
[ And he reaches up to pet at one of Childe's ears. ]
How fortunate am I to be on the receiving end of his attentions.
But--
Perhaps today he will let me return the favor.
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How can I say no? I look forward to seeing what you have in store for me.
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[ One hand keeps stroking his ears, scritching behind them and wrist shifting to roll with each twist and turn.
He removes his other hand from Childe so he can take his wrist and press it gently put firmly against the edge of one shelf, pining it there. ]
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Not going to spoil the surprise?
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[ Zhongli slips two fingers under the hem of Childe's glove, dragging his fingertips up and across his palm. ]
Is that the surprise?
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