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[cultivatingsin]

[For someone who already has a poor view of nobility, this next task...might not go well for him.]

I bet I can find this king in five minutes.

And when I do...

[He makes a fist at the camera, smirking.]

He probably deserves it. What an ass! Getting lost on a train and expecting us to pamper him...

Disgusting!

[With a breath, he calms himself.]

If anyone else is nobility around here, you better keep it to yourself.

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[cultivatingsin]

[That just encourages more touches~ Xue Yang then rests a hand on Xingchen's chest, happy to stay nice and close.]

If anyone is annoying with their food orders - like really picky? - let me know.

[bright_moon]

[ Absolutely! Xingchen feels how he relaxes under that hand and marvels. ]

There are others who can make the more intricate meals, A-Yang. What I make is enough for what it is.

[cultivatingsin]

[The way he is accepted...wanted... It's captivating and he is hungry for more.]

Daozhang, don't you imagine a king would be picky about what he eats?

[This could help them find him~]

[bright_moon]

[ When it comes to Xue Yang, he just can't seem to help himself! ]

Mm. You're right. I'll let you know if I hear of any extra picky requests.

[cultivatingsin]

Thank you, Daozhang. [Xue Yang chirps and kisses the edge of Xingchen's lips.] I'll tell you if I hear anything weird. We can work together.

[bright_moon]

[ His cheeks pink again but he nuzzles their lips together in answer to that sweet little kiss. ]

We do work well together.

[cultivatingsin]

We do! [He beams and wiggles excitedly. His cheeks burn and he nestles against Xingchen.] I don't like when this place splits us up.

[bright_moon]

[ He giggles and settles against Xue Yang in ready acceptance. ]

Mm. It can try. It just won't succeed.

[cultivatingsin]

[Xue Yang wraps an arm around him, soothed into a much gentler mood just by Xingchen's presence.]

I won't let it. I can find you anywhere.

[bright_moon]

[ If he can help Xue Yang find some peace, then that's all the better. ]

I know you can. It's why I don't worry so much here.

[cultivatingsin]

[He grins, pleased, that Xingchen trusts him that much. He likes that. He won't waste it.]

You don't have to worry at all. I'm here for you, Daozhang. You're my first priority.

[bright_moon]

[ He's been earning it! Xingchen rests their heads together. ]

You're my priority too, A-Yang.

[cultivatingsin]

I...I am? [Xue Yang asks shyly, pleased almost into silence.]

[bright_moon]

[ He lifts a hand to run fingertips over Xue Yang's face, tracing his lips then over those eyes he remembers as being so clever and bright. ]

You are.

[cultivatingsin]

[His eyes close blissfully and he smiles against Xingchen's fingers. He looks like a different man like this - soft and sweet; almost tame. But just for one man.]

We should share a cabin.

[bright_moon]

[ He kisses over those eyes next, treasuring getting to be this close to...anyone. Even more so with someone who has caught his attention and affection and...love. ]

We will.

[cultivatingsin]

That's good. Then if something happens at night, we're safer. [Besides, he worries about Xingchen anyway. The poor man could get tricked or lose his way.]

You're so pretty, Daozhang, someone might try to kidnap you.

[bright_moon]

And I think we both sleep better together. [ He certainly does! Smiling, he shakes his head a little. ]

I wouldn't allow it.

[cultivatingsin]

I definitely do! [Xue Yang plays with Xingchen's hair, twining it around his fingers.]

Even so, I've got your back too.

[bright_moon]

[ He relaxes under that confirmation and the play to his hair. ] Mm. I'm glad to hear it.

[ He curls an arm around Xue Yang, snuggling in closer. ]

Together, we can do anything.

[cultivatingsin]

[He welcomes him and offers Xingchen his shoulder. Is his Daozhang tired?]

Of course we can.

Are you feeling alright?

[bright_moon]

[ He doesn't like to show it, but learning another new layout (and the technology that goes with it!) is exhausting. The concern in that question makes him smile and he nuzzles their heads together. ]

Mm. Are you feeling better? You were upset.

[cultivatingsin]

[Of course it is! That's why Xue Yang had wished for a home of their own; a home where Xingchen would know the layout without difficulty - because he would have someone to take his hand and guide him.

Being here has sort of...ruined...that. But Xue Yang is still here. He takes hold of Xingchen's hand to remind him of that.]

I was. I don't like nobility. They are the reason for most of my scars. But it's alright. We're together.

[bright_moon]

[ And he loves their home. The efforts Xue Yang has gone through to give him a place to relax in, to be comfortable and know where everything is, is more than he'd ever have expected anyone to do for him.

He smiles softly and threads their fingers together, squeezing Xue Yang's hand warmly in silent thanks. ]

We are. I won't let them hurt you again.

[cultivatingsin]

[Even the street he had wished for, attached to their home, is kept safe by Xue Yang. His Daozhang has nothing to worry about there. He is loved and sheltered by a man who realizes, finally, that he is deeply in love for the first time.]

I love you, Daozhang. Anything they do to me doesn't matter.