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rozenblitz2022-05-11 11:49 pm
startraveler) wrote in rozenblitz2022-05-11 11:49 pm
What a romantic adventure
An open post for shipping and other psls!
[ perhaps that's another reason that kaeya feels so comfortable around aether - the fact that he is not the only one with secrets. kaeya knows it when he sees it, he knows that there's far, far more to aether than meets the eye, knows that there's secrets behind those lovely golden eyes. kaeya won't pry. of course he won't pry. he'd hardly want the same to be done to him.
but it helps, knowing that they're both similar in this way, knowing that aether is happy to have kaeya simply as he is, without needing to force truths out of him that he isn't willing to give. it's a nice feeling.
just as nice as the trail of kisses aether leaves on his skin, his lips warm and soft and yielding. kaeya hums, his arms around his partner squeezing, pulling him closer, deeper into his lap. it's a shame he's injured, that aether sees fit to treat him so gingerly - but kaeya has no such qualms. his hands rove, over aether's bare sides, his thumbs tracing the frets of aether's ribs, his sword-callused palms sliding around to his back, pressing beneath the clingy top he wears. ]
I'd hope you are.
[ kaeya hesitates. it's not like him to say such sweet and intimate things, but.. ]
I'm happy, too.
but it helps, knowing that they're both similar in this way, knowing that aether is happy to have kaeya simply as he is, without needing to force truths out of him that he isn't willing to give. it's a nice feeling.
just as nice as the trail of kisses aether leaves on his skin, his lips warm and soft and yielding. kaeya hums, his arms around his partner squeezing, pulling him closer, deeper into his lap. it's a shame he's injured, that aether sees fit to treat him so gingerly - but kaeya has no such qualms. his hands rove, over aether's bare sides, his thumbs tracing the frets of aether's ribs, his sword-callused palms sliding around to his back, pressing beneath the clingy top he wears. ]
I'd hope you are.
[ kaeya hesitates. it's not like him to say such sweet and intimate things, but.. ]
I'm happy, too.
There's nothing to repay. I'm happy to do my job.
[ aether pays such nice attention to tighnari's tender, sensitive ears, and it isn't long before he's closing his eyes, and beginning to purr. the sound rolls in his chest, soft and quiet, but certainly audible in the silent desert night. it's been a long time since tighnari has felt so simply.. content. effortlessly happy.
when aether's hands drop away from his ears his eyes open again, his tail thumping gently, before he suddenly finds himself assailed with kisses - kisses to his nose, his cheeks, his forehead. aether's affection rolls over him in a gentle wave, and before tighnari knows it he is laughing, the sound clear, the rumble of his purr beneath it. ]
You're in a good mood.
[ aether pays such nice attention to tighnari's tender, sensitive ears, and it isn't long before he's closing his eyes, and beginning to purr. the sound rolls in his chest, soft and quiet, but certainly audible in the silent desert night. it's been a long time since tighnari has felt so simply.. content. effortlessly happy.
when aether's hands drop away from his ears his eyes open again, his tail thumping gently, before he suddenly finds himself assailed with kisses - kisses to his nose, his cheeks, his forehead. aether's affection rolls over him in a gentle wave, and before tighnari knows it he is laughing, the sound clear, the rumble of his purr beneath it. ]
You're in a good mood.
[Even though he knows he should be keeping some distance, it isn't difficult to pull him closer. Their bodies are almost touching now. He can feel Kaeya's warmth, and it's tempting to just press into him and soak into the closeness. He can't do that though. The injuries are still there, they need to be careful about them.
Aether lets a small sound when he feels the other's hands wandering through his skin, exploring him, fingers sneaking under the tight fabric of his top. There's a shiver running down his spine and sigh breathed out against Kaeya's skin. His heart longs for more and it's so hard to resist the urge to let go.
And when Kaeya speaks Aether looks up at him, face bright red, eyes shining. He presses his hand to Kaeya's face, fingers softly marvelling at him.]
...I hope... I can always make you happy. [He smiles and leans forward, capturing his partner in a kiss both sweet and passionate.
He's never felt like this before, so happy to simply exists by someone else's side. If this isn't love, then what else could it be?]
Aether lets a small sound when he feels the other's hands wandering through his skin, exploring him, fingers sneaking under the tight fabric of his top. There's a shiver running down his spine and sigh breathed out against Kaeya's skin. His heart longs for more and it's so hard to resist the urge to let go.
And when Kaeya speaks Aether looks up at him, face bright red, eyes shining. He presses his hand to Kaeya's face, fingers softly marvelling at him.]
...I hope... I can always make you happy. [He smiles and leans forward, capturing his partner in a kiss both sweet and passionate.
He's never felt like this before, so happy to simply exists by someone else's side. If this isn't love, then what else could it be?]
I did, but...
[ His eyes linger on Aether's lips for a little bit while Noé is in two minds. All things considered, he really should let the traveler rest, and on the other hand it's difficult to resist the urge to kiss him when they're so close and comfortable.
The sentence never reaches its end as Noé leans in and presses a few soft kisses against Aether's lips. ]
Is it really okay if I keep doing what I want?
[ His eyes linger on Aether's lips for a little bit while Noé is in two minds. All things considered, he really should let the traveler rest, and on the other hand it's difficult to resist the urge to kiss him when they're so close and comfortable.
The sentence never reaches its end as Noé leans in and presses a few soft kisses against Aether's lips. ]
Is it really okay if I keep doing what I want?
[The soft kisses make him sigh lightly and a gentle smile is quick to show on his face. The look that Aether gives Noé is fond and hopefully reassuring. A hand continues to brush the other's hair.]
It's okay... It's kind of relaxing, actually.
[So he'll be totally resting like this, too! There's nothing to worry!]
It's okay... It's kind of relaxing, actually.
[So he'll be totally resting like this, too! There's nothing to worry!]
[ If Aether thought that this will be a peaceful time... well, that's definitely the goal, but then Noé's filter stops working and he murmurs: ]
I suppose this is love.
[ His words are followed by a gentle kiss pressed against Aether's lips, too. ]
I suppose this is love.
[ His words are followed by a gentle kiss pressed against Aether's lips, too. ]
[Aether's heart skips and he stares wide eyed at the other, before he's pulled into another kiss. No peaceful time for him, it looks like!]
Um... I-I... I suppose it is.
[He's blushing so much when saying that, gaze anywhere but on Noé.
This may really be love. He enjoys spending time with the other, he doesn't mind that his secrets are known, he can't wait for their adventures together.
...The more he thinks about it, it really sounds like love.]
Um... I-I... I suppose it is.
[He's blushing so much when saying that, gaze anywhere but on Noé.
This may really be love. He enjoys spending time with the other, he doesn't mind that his secrets are known, he can't wait for their adventures together.
...The more he thinks about it, it really sounds like love.]
[The way Tighnari purrs is adorable and Aether would be happy to just continue on with the soft affection, all to make sure the other is content and relaxed. The way Tighnari laughs at the little kisses makes the traveler grin with joy. He leans into his companion, head resting in the crook of his neck.]
Of course I am.
[That's really not something he would hide. Aether shifts a little to place a tender kiss to Tighnari's neck, his hands are tightly wrapped against the other. Everything feels warm and comfortable. So much so, in fact, that he long forgotten the chill of the desert night.]
I'm here with you, so how can I not be in a good mood?
[He sighs a little, smiling against the other's skin and nuzzling close.]
Of course I am.
[That's really not something he would hide. Aether shifts a little to place a tender kiss to Tighnari's neck, his hands are tightly wrapped against the other. Everything feels warm and comfortable. So much so, in fact, that he long forgotten the chill of the desert night.]
I'm here with you, so how can I not be in a good mood?
[He sighs a little, smiling against the other's skin and nuzzling close.]
I had no idea that it would feel so... nice and warm.
[ A pleasant warmth has been enveloping him ever since they laid down in bed together to cuddle. ]
Does it feel the same for you? Or any different?
[ Maybe he'll realize that he's asking too many questions... eventually. ]
[ A pleasant warmth has been enveloping him ever since they laid down in bed together to cuddle. ]
Does it feel the same for you? Or any different?
[ Maybe he'll realize that he's asking too many questions... eventually. ]
Ah..? Truly..?
[Chongyun looks at Aether, then down at his hand, then at Aether again. He can already feel his heart beating and his yang spirit rising, but he tries to take a couple deep breaths to steady it.]
I... I like spending time with you, too, Aether.
[He still fidgets though, and finally, after a moment's delay, he accepts Aether's hand.]
This... forgive me, this is a bit much. I just... did not expect you to feel...
[Chongyun looks at Aether, then down at his hand, then at Aether again. He can already feel his heart beating and his yang spirit rising, but he tries to take a couple deep breaths to steady it.]
I... I like spending time with you, too, Aether.
[He still fidgets though, and finally, after a moment's delay, he accepts Aether's hand.]
This... forgive me, this is a bit much. I just... did not expect you to feel...
[Noé is asking a lot of embarrassing questions and Aether's face is bright red by now. Softly, he reaches to touch the other's hair, brush it with gentle fingers, before he frowns.]
You're... very straightforward. [A small laugh escapes him.] I guess I should just get used to this.
[He closes his eyes, grinning a little.]
But to answer your embarrassing question... it feels the same for me.
You're... very straightforward. [A small laugh escapes him.] I guess I should just get used to this.
[He closes his eyes, grinning a little.]
But to answer your embarrassing question... it feels the same for me.
[He understands. Aether is patient, allowing Chongyun to choose the words and the right moment, offering him a reassuring smile as the boy continues on. The traveler is already too happy to hear all this. Feeling Chongyun's hand in his own makes Aether brighten up like a sun.]
Don't worry, take your time.
[Gently, he puts another hand over Chongyun's and holds it carefully, like it was something precious.]
Just knowing that you enjoy my company means a lot to me.
[It's more than that, he knows, but he's trying to keep everything easier. He doesn't want poor Chongyun to pass out or something.]
And... I'm glad I can hold your hand in mine.
Don't worry, take your time.
[Gently, he puts another hand over Chongyun's and holds it carefully, like it was something precious.]
Just knowing that you enjoy my company means a lot to me.
[It's more than that, he knows, but he's trying to keep everything easier. He doesn't want poor Chongyun to pass out or something.]
And... I'm glad I can hold your hand in mine.
[ At that moment, Noé realizes that in fact his questions were embarrassing in nature, touching really intimate topics. Flustered, he presses a kiss to Aether's forehead and apologizes softly. ]
I hope that didn't make you feel uncomfortable. [ He'd hate that. ] It's just... talking about my feelings with you... it doesn't feel as nerve-wracking as I thought it would.
I hope that didn't make you feel uncomfortable. [ He'd hate that. ] It's just... talking about my feelings with you... it doesn't feel as nerve-wracking as I thought it would.
[Ah.
Aether looks surprised at first, before a warm smile is back on his face. He leans closer to Noé, nudging their noses together as he strokes the other's hair in a slow, reassuring motion. His thumb softly grazes Noé's ear.]
I see... But don't apologize. I admit, I may not know how to answer some of your questions... but I don't want you to feel bad about it.
[He leans in for a small kiss. It's light like a touch of butterfly's wings.]
It's just you and me here...
[So no matter how embarrassing it would be, it's only between the two of them.]
Aether looks surprised at first, before a warm smile is back on his face. He leans closer to Noé, nudging their noses together as he strokes the other's hair in a slow, reassuring motion. His thumb softly grazes Noé's ear.]
I see... But don't apologize. I admit, I may not know how to answer some of your questions... but I don't want you to feel bad about it.
[He leans in for a small kiss. It's light like a touch of butterfly's wings.]
It's just you and me here...
[So no matter how embarrassing it would be, it's only between the two of them.]
I think... some answers cannot be found when you're on your own. So... if I can help you figure some things out, I'd gladly do so.
[ He doesn't have anything specific in mind, but he wants Aether to know that he can count on him. The traveler has been so kind to him, there's simply no way Noé would let him feel lonely or lost. ]
You're right...
[ The vampire sighs softly before sealing their lips in a kiss which is unlike the one Aether pressed against his mouth—Noé kisses him hard while his fingers slide into the traveler golden strands to comb them gently. ]
[ He doesn't have anything specific in mind, but he wants Aether to know that he can count on him. The traveler has been so kind to him, there's simply no way Noé would let him feel lonely or lost. ]
You're right...
[ The vampire sighs softly before sealing their lips in a kiss which is unlike the one Aether pressed against his mouth—Noé kisses him hard while his fingers slide into the traveler golden strands to comb them gently. ]
I understand... Thank you, Noé.
[He understands that Noé means well and wants to help. He's grateful for that, really. Just as much as he's happy to have him close.
...And yet he never sees that kind of kiss coming. A startled noise forms in the back of his throat and he has to push away. He's breathing heavily and his face is incredibly red.]
W-wait, I-I... Can you... g-go easy on me?
[He understands that Noé means well and wants to help. He's grateful for that, really. Just as much as he's happy to have him close.
...And yet he never sees that kind of kiss coming. A startled noise forms in the back of his throat and he has to push away. He's breathing heavily and his face is incredibly red.]
W-wait, I-I... Can you... g-go easy on me?
[The way Aether holds his hand so tenderly makes Chongyun's insides flip-flop and churn in ways he's never felt before. He's still taking his steadying breaths, but he can feel a creeping heat crawl up his spine and across his cheeks. It was one thing to secretly pine for Aether from a distance, but to be here like this? Holding his hand, being told how precious he was? It's almost too much, a dream come true.]
[He stares at Aether for a moment, icy eyes taking in his form. He's so happy, he could reach over and kiss him...]
...could I kiss you?
[The words fall unbidden, uninhibited, from his mouth. They surprise him so much that he gasps as he says them, bringing his free hand up to his mouth in surprise.]
Ah..!
[He stares at Aether for a moment, icy eyes taking in his form. He's so happy, he could reach over and kiss him...]
...could I kiss you?
[The words fall unbidden, uninhibited, from his mouth. They surprise him so much that he gasps as he says them, bringing his free hand up to his mouth in surprise.]
Ah..!
[Aether's eyes widen when Chongyun asks that question and his face quickly colours with a bright blush, while his heart picks up in his chest. He's never expected the other boy to be so bold! But it looks like Chongyun never meant to say any of that out loud. Aether gives his hand a reassuring squeeze and his smile is fond.]
If you want to... then sure.
[He leans forward just a little bit, still blushing, still hearing how loudly his own heart is beating inside his chest.]
I... I know that I really would like that.
[His voice sounds a little embarrassed, because again, he's never expected any of this and he hardly has any experience with love and romance to begin with. This feeling is as new to him as it probably is for Chongyun.
But it's okay. It just means they can figure it out together.]
If you want to... then sure.
[He leans forward just a little bit, still blushing, still hearing how loudly his own heart is beating inside his chest.]
I... I know that I really would like that.
[His voice sounds a little embarrassed, because again, he's never expected any of this and he hardly has any experience with love and romance to begin with. This feeling is as new to him as it probably is for Chongyun.
But it's okay. It just means they can figure it out together.]
[Chongyun looks just as shocked as Aether does; his Congenial Positivity must have acted up in that moment, making him say something completely unfiltered. And even if it's true, he knows better than to just... blurt something like that out! He's in the middle of stammering an apology when Ather speaks again, making Chongyun pause.]
You... would like that?
[Chongyun is once again speechless. He's just... so surprised how well this is going?? And it's not like he's exactly an expert in romance the way Xingqiu claims to be...]
[But Aether still seems okay with things, so he nods.]
O-Okay! Then, if you're okay with it... yes.
[He nods in determination... though he still hesitates. He's a little nervous.]
You... would like that?
[Chongyun is once again speechless. He's just... so surprised how well this is going?? And it's not like he's exactly an expert in romance the way Xingqiu claims to be...]
[But Aether still seems okay with things, so he nods.]
O-Okay! Then, if you're okay with it... yes.
[He nods in determination... though he still hesitates. He's a little nervous.]
[It's not like Aether is some sort of expert in these things either, so it's all okay. The traveler smiles warmly, shade of red blooming on his cheeks as Chongyun makes the decision. But then nothing happens. It looks like his companion is still hesitating and Aether can hardly blame him.]
I'm okay with this.
[He repeats, slowly leaning closer. Worry not, he isn't planning to go for a kiss. Instead he gently bumps their foreheads together, as if to show that everything is just fine.]
Take your time... I'll wait.
[And he closes his eyes, content to just do whatever Chongyun feels comfortable with. Even if they will sit like this for the rest of the day, that still will be okay.]
I'm okay with this.
[He repeats, slowly leaning closer. Worry not, he isn't planning to go for a kiss. Instead he gently bumps their foreheads together, as if to show that everything is just fine.]
Take your time... I'll wait.
[And he closes his eyes, content to just do whatever Chongyun feels comfortable with. Even if they will sit like this for the rest of the day, that still will be okay.]
[Chongyun is grateful for Aether's patience, because it's taking all he can to keep that pure-yang spirit of his from going haywire and running amok and ruining this moment. He pauses when their foreheads touch, but Chongyun uses this to help ground himself, taking a steadying breath.]
[Breathe in.]
[Breathe out.]
[He can do this... he can do this. He nods.]
Okay...
[And then, slowly, he leans in, eyes squeezing shut as he slowly but surely presses his lips to Aether's.]
[Breathe in.]
[Breathe out.]
[He can do this... he can do this. He nods.]
Okay...
[And then, slowly, he leans in, eyes squeezing shut as he slowly but surely presses his lips to Aether's.]
[There is a bit of nervousness to Aether too, but he doesn't want to show it. Chongyun needs calm and patience, and that's exactly what the traveler wishes to offer him. He can hear when his companion finally makes his mind.
...And he waits.
Soft lips press against his own and Aether's heart skips a beat. The small gesture moves him to the core and it takes him a few more seconds to respond. Gently, he returns the affections with a press of his own, careful and but short lived since he doesn't want Chongyun to feel overwhelmed. It's still enough to make Aether's cheeks grow bright red and his gaze to turn almost shy.
But he's smiling still.]
...And he waits.
Soft lips press against his own and Aether's heart skips a beat. The small gesture moves him to the core and it takes him a few more seconds to respond. Gently, he returns the affections with a press of his own, careful and but short lived since he doesn't want Chongyun to feel overwhelmed. It's still enough to make Aether's cheeks grow bright red and his gaze to turn almost shy.
But he's smiling still.]
[It's soft, sweet, and gentle, and yet the simple act of Aether reciprocating makes Chongyun's heart pound. His own cheeks flush a bright red, and he feels his entire body growing hot. He can't believe he's doing this. He's actually kissing his crush.]
[Aether pulls back, and Chongyun does as well, blinking in bewilderment. He looks at Aether, and he smiles back.]
[Then, in a moment of impulse, he reaches forward, tugging Aether closer as he presses his lips to the traveler's again in a more passionate kiss.]
[Aether pulls back, and Chongyun does as well, blinking in bewilderment. He looks at Aether, and he smiles back.]
[Then, in a moment of impulse, he reaches forward, tugging Aether closer as he presses his lips to the traveler's again in a more passionate kiss.]
[When they pull back from one another, Aether thinks to himself that Chongyun will need a good moment to process everything... He never thought that instead his companion will reach forward to pull him into another kiss.
Aether lets a soft, surprised sound, completely caught off-guard, but he recovers soon enough, responding with just as much passion. His hands gently move to Chongyun's shoulders, before he wraps his arms around the other's neck to keep him close. His heart is beating so loud inside his chest.]
Aether lets a soft, surprised sound, completely caught off-guard, but he recovers soon enough, responding with just as much passion. His hands gently move to Chongyun's shoulders, before he wraps his arms around the other's neck to keep him close. His heart is beating so loud inside his chest.]
[Chongyun feels like he's sprouted wings and flown over the moon, and when Aether pulls him in closer, it's all he can do to keep himself from passing out right then and there. He lets out a pleased sound of his own, kissing him hard and yet uninhibitedly, wanting Aether to feel all the emotions he's currently feeling.]
[He doesn't pull back until his lungs are screaming at him to breathe, and when he does he remains in close proximity to Aether. A grin is on his face, and he lets out a little giggle at the bubbling feeling inside of him.]
[He doesn't pull back until his lungs are screaming at him to breathe, and when he does he remains in close proximity to Aether. A grin is on his face, and he lets out a little giggle at the bubbling feeling inside of him.]
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