rozenblitz | It all starts with an accident

It all starts with an accident

[To Aether, it's a routine. Accepting quests, reaching the destination, solving the problem, returning to the person who requested it. Everything works just the same as in Teyvat.

...Except not really.

As he's in the middle of one of those quests, Aether decides to drop down from the ledge into the space below. There's a bit of a distance to the ground, but with a wind glider that's not a problem. Except Aether remembers that he does not have a wind glider anymore only right after he lets go. Realization makes him panic for a second, before he attempts to do the next best thing he can: plunge and hope for the best.

He winces when he hits the ground, a sharp pain ringing in his legs. He sits down, trying to inspect the damage. His legs don't look broken, but they definitely did not like the fall. There are also a few cuts and scrapes here and there.

...It looks like he may need to take it easy for some time.

Aether sighs to himself and carefully gets up, then slowly starts heading back home. Every step hurts, but what else can he do?

And then he suddenly sees a familiar face.]

Ah, hello?

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[A small pleased sound forms in the back of his throat at the touch against his skin. His form shudders ever so slightly, enjoying the gentleness of those fingers.

The kiss is a new experience to him, too, surprising him with warmth, with careful glide of lips against lips. When they finally part from it, Aether looks a bit dazed, his lips tingling from the contact and face bright red. He smiles soon though and pulls his companion closer to himself, wrapping his arms around him.]

I wish we could stay like this...

[He laughs quietly and breathlessly at his own words. How impossible would that be? Plus, he's just content in the moment, even if his legs are still in not the best shape.

Still smiling, Aether presses his lips against Ayato's neck, planting a sweet kiss there.]

{ when they part from the kiss he takes little time to open his eyes now and observe the look on the other's face. it's incredibly endearing, and he only has a short time to enjoy it before he's pulled in closer. }

I may be used to kneeling or sitting on the floor like this, but I'm afraid my legs may give out soon. { but he will chuckle at the intention behind the words. } You'll need your rest anyway, so perhaps I can just join you for a while? I'm not in a ru--sh anywhere.

{ only his breath hitches in the middle of the word thanks to the kiss against his neck, catching him actually by surprise. }

[The way his voice hitches makes Aether smile against Ayato's skin. Who would've thought he can surprise the other like this?]

I'll be happy if you rest with me.

[His voice is soft and he nuzzles right into Ayato's shoulder, enjoying his presence. His heart is jumping in his chest, as if dancing in joy. Aether isn't sure if he's ever felt this kind of happiness before. It seems so special, one of a kind.

He's glad he was given the chance to experience it.]

But before we rest... can I still hope that you'll kiss my wounds better like you wanted before?

[Obviously, that's what Ayato wanted to do. He was the one who started talking about it!]

{ in all fairness, his guard is a lot more down at the moment, given his trust in the other.

the warmth he feels is comforting, though he'll likely not think too deeply on any of this until later. if he does, aether may get lonely as he'll likely switch off to his surroundings momentarily. }

Very well.

{ he starts to shift like he's about to stand, the hand on aether's side reaching for the bed instead, only he freezes in place at the question. }

Oh? I'm starting to believe you wanted it a lot more, Aether, since you brought it up again... lay back for me first.

[There's a bright blush spreading on his cheeks when the other says that. Aether shifts his gaze away.]

Nobody has ever done anything like that for me before...

[Can you blame him for wanting to experience as much as possible? Especially when Ayato brought it up first?

With heart hammering in his chest, Aether nods and pushes himself more onto the bed. He lays on his back, head resting against the pillows, but there's still redness to his cheeks. Nervousness mixes with excitement inside of him.]

Like this?

{ his gaze softens at the admittance. }

I haven't in this kind of situation. { ayaka doesn't count sdkjng that would be like ... her forehead. this feels a lot more intimate, especially when he's moving to stand up as aether shuffles back, only for him to press his knee onto the bed instead. }

Exactly like that.

{ he'll shift to sit on the bed next to the other, hand trailing down the side of the other's leg until he reaches his ankle and lifts it gently.

he's slow the first time he brings his lips to the first bandage near aether's foot, slowly moving up with soft small kisses as though they really could heal the other faster. }

[His breath hitches and a shiver runs down his spine at the gentleness of that touch. His brain screams that maybe this is a bad idea, that maybe this is too much, but Aether remains silent, watching Ayato as he lifts his ankle.

The softest kiss is brushed against his dressed wounds and the traveler finds himself both deeply moved and completely dazed. The care he receives feels special, heart-warming, yet intimate in ways he's never experienced. Each tiny kiss takes his breath away as he sinks more into the mattress. His heart swells to the point where he wants to whisper proclamations of love and gratitude, only to realize how silly it would sound.

They barely met not too long ago. They are only starting on this path, learning, experiencing and trying to figure out what their hearts desire. And yet Aether has already fallen so deep into those feelings.

His eyes close and he sighs helplessly. His heart melts in his chest.]

{ aether's kindness is perhaps one of the reasons he's been able to trust this easily, and knowing where he sits in the world even if he may not recall his version of it, has certainly played a part in that. aether may disagree, but he's grateful for a lot that he's done. pampering him a bit like this is a small ask in the grand scheme of things, especially when it's rather nice to experience these touches for himself as well.

his lips move up over his knee, before he sinks down slowly to cover his thigh with them as well.

his eyes stay slightly open all the while though, constantly focused on aether's face as he moves along. }

[It's so nice to feel those gentle presses against his bruised leg, skin tingling after every contact yet at the same time there's something soothing in all of this. A gentle warmth that spreads through his entire body.

But then Ayato's lips reach his knee... and his thigh.]

Ah.

[Aether quickly covers his mouth when that sounds breaks out from his mouth. Heat rushes to his face, making his cheeks burn. His eyes are widen with surprise.

When he asked to kiss the wounds better, he never expected that Ayato will go up his leg, reaching his thigh. As nice as this feels, it's far more intimate than the traveler was ever prepared for. His entire body is trembling under the attention.]

{ and there's the reason for going to this far, the 'ah' that slips out of the other's mouth and the way aether has to cover his mouth out of surprise and embarrassment. }

Don't try and stifle it. After all, I'd rather like to see and hear your responses.

[There's a muffled, not quite happy sound coming from him.]

How mean. You're teasing me when I'm injured.

[He knows the other is like this, but also... this is still a little mean?!

Aether takes a deep breath, then removed his hand completely from his mouth.]

Is it really teasing if I'm taking genuine enjoyment out of how you look and sound like this?

{ at least some of his earlier amusement does seem to disappear as he says that, and instead of kissing further down he'll change to gently massage the areas that aren't covered in bandages. }

[The massage feels so wonderful that it pulls a soft moan out of Aether. He's not stifling it this time! But the embarrassment on his face is still there.]

I-I...

[Honestly, he wouldn't know how to answer. How can he even blame Ayato for anything when it feels just so good when he touches and kisses him?]

That's what I thought.

{ except he doesn't clarify what he means by that, instead taking a moment to finish that leg before lowering it again. he has to shift to move to the other, standing from his spot on the bed to move around to the other side.

again, he has the same careful movements as he lifts aether's calf, and gently presses his lips against the bandage closest to his ankle here as well. }

[He sighs, defeated, but definitely enjoying everything Ayato is doing despite the teasing. The other is just so gentle with him and when he moves to the other leg, Aether closes his eyes, letting himself melt under the affection.

This time the only sounds he makes are tiny gasps and quiet moans of delight. His mind is so easily sinking further into the relaxing moment.]

{ at least when he settles on his side, it's not between his legs, and instead moves to be beside aether both times. he's being cautious about where he goes and what he does for the moment, especially when it seems so delicate and could fall apart within seconds. }

Hopefully with this it will heal faster.

{ he smiles against the fabric, all too aware those are just myths people would say to make themselves feel better. }

[Thankfully, yes. Aether would not survive otherwise.

He's also not used to be treated so gently, each touch and press is delicate, making his heart buzz with affection. Little sounds still escape him and once Ayato says that, Aether looks at the other.

Ayato's smile is so beautiful.]

I think it's working. [The traveler mutters.] My legs don't hurt now.

[He's pretty sure that it's because his brain is too occupied with other things. Pain doesn't even register anymore. And it doesn't matter that all those kisses did nothing to help him heal. The action was sweet and so tender-hearted, that Aether's chest is overflowing with gratitude and fondness.

He smiles and spreads his arms, inviting the other for a kiss.]

Let me thank you.

Oh? That was incredibly fast. I'm barely finished.

{ though he can read between the lines enough to know it's the action itself that is causing the distraction from the pain. he isn't foolish to think kisses would heal anything of that magnitude.

there's a little hesitation in the way he moves as he sinks down onto the bed next to aether, enough that he can reach to tug the other onto his side as well. leaning on him may be a little much to start with. }

How could I refuse such a gift?

[He laughs softly, rose colour dusting his cheeks.]

That just means you did amazing.

[He's happy to have the other by his side, smiling warmly as he moves in close, arms wrapping around Ayato. Lying on his side puts a bit more pressure on one of Aether's legs but it's fine, it doesn't matter. He presses his lips gently to Ayato's, kissing him slowly and with gratitude. He's glad that it was the commissioner who's found him, glad for this moment that they can share.

His lips part, like another invitation for more as his heart starts beating only faster in his chest.]

I barely did anything at all.

{ though is aether at all surprised he's refusing to take praise for this--

it takes him a little more time to get comfortable, and even then he's still struggling to not feel on guard, almost as though he expects the moment to be ruined by something or someone.

at least by the time aether is pressing his mouth against his own he lets himself relax, his arm curling around the other's waist to hold him close.

but like everything else he takes his time to tease, to extend the length to ensure the moment lasts that bit longer. so, instead of using his tongue as aether may hope or expect, his teeth slowly drag over the skin instead before he simply sucks on the lower lip open to him like this. }

[It's fine if he needs more time to relax. Aether is just happy to stay like this, his hand tracing soft patterns into the other's back.

He's also happy for the kiss, enjoying every moment of it. Then Ayato surprises him, as instead of accepting the invitation to deepen the kiss, Aether feels teeth against his skin. He gasps softly, then a moan forms in the back of his throat as his lower lip is sucked on.

Ayato really loves teasing, doesn't he?

Aether presses his body closer to the other, hand moving up and down the other's back in a lazy motion.]

{ he does enjoy teasing, especially when noises and expressions like these form on the other as he does so. ayato doesn't close his eyes during the kiss, actually, if only so he can examine the other at the same time.

and finally, when he actually starts to use his tongue, he doesn't do it properly. instead, there are light brushes against that trapped lip before he pulls it back, lips brushing again instead. }

[Small noises continue to escape the traveler, as he's unable to help himself. The tongue against his lower lip surprises him, but it feels too good to complain.

Still, at some point he'll try to take over, brushing his lips against Ayato's gently but with more confidence, his own tongue peeking out to feel and taste and ask for permission to deepen their kiss. One of his hands shifts and reaches up now, settling on the other's face, thumb brushing Ayato's cheek.

Aether sighs inwardly, as his heart trembles with excitement.]

{ there's little time or room to break the kiss, so instead of doing so he murmurs against the other's lips instead: } You're awfully eager. { but his hand is sliding up his back after he says it, holding him steady as his tongue flicks back, gently sliding against the others as he finally lets that kiss deepen.

he barely makes a noise for now, but there's a slight tremble to the hand against aether's back. }

[His face brightens with another blush at the comment and he so badly wants to explain himself. Obviously, he's eager because he's getting teased so much! But the kiss effectively silences him, making another small noise form. It's so easy to melt into this kiss; it's gentle and warm, exciting and new. It's not a kind of experience Aether ever had before.

The trembling hand against his back makes him shudder. To think that something so simple could make him dizzy with pleasure... Maybe he's been wanting this whole his life, yarning to know how this kind of affection would feel, especially when your heart is longing for the other person so badly.

Maybe he's just weak to Ayato.

...That may really be the case.

Once their kiss finally ends, Aether keeps his eyes closed, sighing as the sensation remains like a phantom over his lips. The young man presses close to the other, resting his head against his shoulder and holding him close as he's shakily trying to calm his breath.]

Look what you're doing to me. [He says, as if it was a gentle complain, but a smile can be easily sensed in his voice.] I can't even think of anything else besides you...

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