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He's mine. You can't have him! Stop trying to hurt him or take him away from me. I won't let you.

Do you understand? Let me say it slower: I won't let you.

[Is he being recorded? Technology is out to get him, obviously.]

I kept his spirit in a pouch, you know. I never let that pouch out of my sight. I hung it around my neck under my robes and I could feel him flutter...

Almost like a little bird. He's mine and I will protect him.

If you wanna kill someone, kill me. Just...get it over with. Stop playing with your food, it's embarrassing.

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[ Xue Yang, you worry him! ]

I'm right here. Come find me.

[Likewise! He scrambles to see Xingchen's worried face.]

You're safe? Are you sure? I'm... I'm on my way!

[ Xingchen tries for a reassuring smile, but suspects it's still a little...thin. ]

Come see for yourself.

[...what... What does that mean? He runs as much as he can until he finds the other man.]

Xi...Xingchen? A-Chen? What's happening?

[ He shouldn't feel better when he hears the familiar scampering feet. But he does. Xingchen finds himself reaching out, instinctively just...expecting Xue Yang to pounce and cling to him. ]

I'm fine, A-Yang. But what happened to upset you, to make you think I was being taken from you?

[Nothing can stop him from doing just that! Upon seeing Xingchen in one piece, Xue Yang scoops the other man into his arms and nuzzles him worriedly.]

We're being tested again. Every time that happens, I fear the worst.

[ He curls his arms protectively around the other man, settling in those familiar arms and resting their heads together. The nuzzling brings a smile to his lips and he pets over Xue Yang's hair. ]

Any time you get worried, come find me. I'll help.

[His frown softens. He can't help it. Xiao Xingchen is so damn adorable and soft. Xue Yang cards his fingers through the other man's hair and listens to his voice.]

Daozhang, they can torture me and kill me. As long as they don't take you away, I'm fine.

[ His blood seems to freeze at the thought of his A-Yang being tortured or killed and his hold tightens. ]

You've been hurt too much already. I don't want anything more to happen.

[ Xingchen would rather be tortured instead! ]

[Xue Yang kisses Xingchen's temple and then his cheek, unwilling to let go or step back.]

I'm looking for someone to help you. If I can get your eyes returned to you somehow, that will be all we need from this place. We can look for somewhere better after that.

[ Xingchen...takes a breath, then dares to be bold and turns his face to claim a soft kiss, heart racing at learning that plan. If he could see again, then he can be more helpful. Xue Yang might not worry so much about him. ]

Thank you. We'll find a way. Then we'll find somewhere. Until then, we should try to help other people trapped here, as best we can.

[Oh! His heart leaps and he returns the pressure softly. The hand that cups Xingchen's cheek shakes and Xue Yang touches their foreheads together.]

I... [He doesn't give a damn about the others. Except maybe that heavenly demon and the drunk dying guy. He's not sure if Aang or that girl he met are still around.]

Don't risk yourself for anyone. Leave it to me.

[ He sighs quietly, leaning comfortably against the other man. Nudging their noses together, a faint frown tugs at his lips. ]

I would rather you be just as careful.

[Xue Yang kisses Xingchen again - lingering this time, sharing his warmth and soaking up Xingchen's warmth in return.]

I screwed up before. I've learned. Daozhang is my main priority. Ask me anything and I'll do it.

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[ Xue Yang's warmth sinks in and he hums, lips tingling from the sweet kiss. Xingchen buries his fingers gently in the other's soft hair. ]

Just stay with me. Be safe.

Alright. [He whispers, his heart achingly full. Xue Yang embraces Xingchen gently then, resting his head on his shoulder.]

Can we sleep together? It's better for me when we do.

[ His hands smooth tenderly over Xue Yang's hair and he smiles again, nuzzling his A-Yang. ]

Yes. I sleep better that way too.

[ Even though he knows it should be the opposite. But his A-Yang is warm and sweet, keeps the dark away and makes him laugh. ]

[He relaxes fully and closes his eyes, only moving the slightest bit to kiss Xingchen's shoulder.]

You're so warm when I hold you. I like to imagine what my Daozhang is dreaming.

[Xue Yang grins and turns his head to kiss Xingchen's ear.]

Sometimes you make little noises. It's cute.

[ He flushes and rests his forehead on Xue Yang's shoulder, but doesn't stop petting his hair. ]

What do you imagine I'm dreaming of?

Mmm... Maybe cute animals? Flying on your sword through the clouds? [Xue Yang giggles and massages the back of Xingchen's neck.]

[ Xingchen giggles at the idea, even as an ache stabs through his heart. He misses flying on Shuanghua. ]

What do you dream of?

[Soon. He just needs to find a magical healer. Xue Yang is quiet for a moment at the question.]

My good dreams are...about us. Away from Yi City.

[ A shiver runs through him and Xingchen curls his arms back around Xue Yang. ]

I'd like that too.

I've got you. I'll find a way. [Xue Yang promises breathlessly, brushing their lips together for a sweet kiss.] Don't be scared. I'm with you.

[ His cheeks pink even as he relaxes and answers the sweet pressure. ]

I'm not afraid for myself, A-Yang.

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