ellipsanet | [Video; UN: gentlebreeze]

Hello. That is certainly a long time but, to answer your question, I'm afraid I cannot. There are things I must do at home, things of great importance. However, I can say that it is certainly interesting here. A great learning experience.

I can understand your choice. There are likely matters I should attend to too, but it is tempting to keep exploring Ellipsa! The seasons lasting all year round is a lovely change.

Yes, the four seasons being ever present is one of the things that is most curious - I can think of dozens of comrades from my world can spend hours, if not days studying and exploring and even more who would just indulge themselves.

Wow, going on three years for you, eh? You've probably learned a ton, yeah?

Yeah, I'd definitely stay. I'll even beg them to let me, if that's what they want, eventually. I'd rather be here than back where I came from.

I remember you mentioning you'd like to stay in Ellipsa, before. Is it like with me where the longer you're here, the more it feels like home?

. . . I really hope this is not just a temporary home. That's a pretty long time for being here, but hopefully we'll be here for much longer. Yes, I'd stay [no hesitation at all with that.] at least as long as they keep my reason for that decision here with me too.

[ A laugh warns Xingchen who has decided to pipe up. ]

Already almost three years? I guess that means I've been here about two and a half years, mm?

[ Quieter now, as he settles into making his way to where he knows his husband is, and just as bundled up. ] I'm a lot different then I was when I came in, aren't I, A-Chen?

The only thing that would tempt me to go back...is...Zichen. Otherwise I have no interest in going back. I have too good a life here.

A while ago, I would have said no. Even though this is the best thing that's ever happened to me, and my own world is much worse and more dangerous and barely anyone would blink if I died horribly... I couldn't just abandon my parents to live in peace while they suffered.

No.

( it's stated without hesitation and quite firmly, Wolfram's expression rather stoic.
But when addressing the other stranger, Wolfram's voice seems to take on a moderately softer tone after this )--

About one or two years is one thing. That's about the length of what a normal "mission" might consist of in my home...
Due to the amount of time that long distance travel can take as a whole, regardless of the method of transportation.

Three years might be ... pushing it a little, but it's also manageable if one is persistent enough, including in their training.

... But I don't have that long to wait, personally.

( beat ) I already... pledged my lifelong service to someone of utmost importance to me -- ( b e a t )

But moreso ( It's Not. Just... ) -- it absolutely would be a betrayal to my daughter --

To leave her ( Frozen in Time ) [ Intentionally ] without her other parent for such a long duration. { Out of his own Selfishness }
... Even if she is older now.

( Greta is... still a human too. Yuuri might be able to live longer being part-Mazoku but... Greta...
... He can't afford to leave so long, even with his ""long life"", and risk not being there for Greta until the end, should her and the rests' times suddenly move again.
~~Even if Wolfram was no longer there after the fact~~ ~~Until her end~~-- ~~but Wolfram already knows It's Not Possible For Wolfram To Stay That Long~~...
~~She will undoubtedly go~~ { 'before ~~him~~' } ~~right~~...?? ?
He already knows ~~at least assumes~~ it's possible his "time" is "frozen" here too. He knows but even then... )

Edited ({basically his tone goes softer bc he genuinely appreciates Black hair+Dark if not Black eyes combo due to Yuuri} + {he has a bit of Somarium CRAU going on but yeah!!1!}) 2026-01-14 23:15 (UTC)

No, but there are many without whose company my own world would be much...poorer.

[He doesn't have this many friends in his own world at all.]

Is "take my companions to my realm" a choice?

But not you? The creatures make the journey worthwhile! I keep a scroll on the animals I come across.

I have! [And he has changed a lot.] I feel stronger here and I'm not sure that would continue in my world.

[He knows he will endure great tragedies there and he won't recover.]

Partly. I know of my future in my world, too, and it's...difficult. Very difficult. My life in Ellipsa is far easier and I feel fulfilled.

Edited 2026-01-15 03:41 (UTC)

Your reason is a person, I take it?

[Ah ha, he would know that laugh anywhere!]

It does, my A-Yang. [He pauses and looks up at a snowy tree, gently touching the trunk.]

You are the man you always should have been. I'm very proud of you and I'm honored to be at your side.

[Xingchen nods immediately.] He is the main reason I hesitate at all. If we could get him back, it would be perfect.

I understand. What if you could bring your parents here? [He has the same feelings about his partner. If he could just bring him back (since he was here before).]

[ He beams at that call and enjoys watching Xingchen's gentle, graceful movements.

Then his cheeks pink and he looks down shyly before peeking back at the screen. ]

It's a little easier every day. You and A-Yu help a lot, just as Zichen did. And thinking about him still helps.

[ He nods, steps speeding up as he makes a beeline for the last line of trees. ]

He might still come back...even if he might not remember the last time here.

What if you were able to bring your daughter here? [He understands the idea of "missions" since he goes on them frequently as a Cultivator. Night Hunts are also normal, but they don't usually last for terribly long (unless a monster/demon/malevolent spirit is really good at evading them).]

The other person... What if they could join you? Is this world safer than your own? I know we will inevitably leave behind many by staying, but that will happen naturally in life no matter where we roam.

I think it's only fair to consider that option. It is something those closest to me have discussed.

[Why not? Maybe it's not a known possibility, but why should that stop them from trying?]

You liked testing his patience. [Xingchen recalls all too well the sight of Zichen pinning Xue Yang to a certain wall.] I think he liked it too. I'm sorry I can't give you that excitement.

[He's too calm and sweet to be stern!

The footsteps amuse him and he turns at the last moment to catch Xue Yang in his arms.]

I don't care if his memory isn't intact. We will inform him.

[ The giggle is sudden and unashamed. ] I couldn't resist! Mm. I think he did too.

[ But that apology makes his stomach squirm uncomfortably and he shakes his head. ] A-Chen, what you give me is just as precious and just as fun. I love you.

[ The pounce is entirely expected as Xue Yang flings himself into those arms. He has no doubt he'll be caught! He snuggles into the embrace and steals a kiss before winding his arms around his love to hold on. ]

We will~

Naughty. [Xingchen chuckles helplessly, shaking his head. What is he going to do with his imp? Keep him, probably.

His eyes widen at the answer he is given. To just be...loved. It's so wonderful.] I love you too. I laugh every day because of you.

[Xingchen bends down and scoops Xue Yang into his arms, proving that he has indeed become much stronger!]

Now, how would you like to ride on the wind with me?

[ He laughs shamelessly. ] I had fun driving him wild~ [ Zichen's strength...

But Xingchen is strong too. And gentle and generous and sweet...

Xue Yang wraps his legs around his love's waist, trusting the other man's strength too. ]

I love making you laugh.

[ Beaming into Xingchen's pretty eyes, he wiggles eagerly. ]

Let's go!

You drove us both wild. [He flushes and swallows, a little awkward even after all they have done! Xingchen grins at the legs holding onto him and pauses to kiss Xue Yang's nose.]

I imagine I can pin A-Yang to a wall too.

[His eyes sparkle as he uses the wind to lift them easily into the air. Like a pair of leaves!]

[ He smirks, eyes bright with love and mirth. Then a shiver of hopeful anticipation runs through him and his smirk widens to a full grin. ]

A-Chen can do anything he wants with his A-Yang~

[ Then they're up in the air and Xue Yang laughs with delight, letting his head drop back and eyes close to enjoy the wind. ]

I want to try. [He admits mischievously, hugging Xue Yang to his chest. He "walks" on the wind as if he is climbing stairs to a place above the trees~ The laughter fills him with glee and he peeks down at his lover.]

So cute.

[ His legs tighten in silent promise of later. And he wiggles his hips naughtily before giggling again. ]

A-Chen has learned so much here!

[The breath is driven out of him! Xingchen groans and nips at Xue Yang's lips.]

To protect you. To keep what we have ours.

[He laughs suddenly as a bird flies passed.]

[ He smirks at that pretty groan and kisses his sweet love. ]

You're so strong. [ The earnestness in his voice can't be faked. He's delighted in Xingchen's strength.

The bird flitting past startles him into laughing too and he wiggles fingers at the little thing. ]

[Xingchen's eyes almost close and he shudders. Xue Yang has such soft lips!]

What I can do, you can do. [He knows Xue Yang can carry him.

A bird lands on those wiggling fingers and fluffs themselves up. What a strange tree!]

Goodness, you're making friends wherever you go, A-Yang!

[ He lingers in the soft, sweet kiss, a quiet sigh escapes. ]

Does A-Chen want me to carry him later~?

[ Then he gasps and stares wide-eyed at the bird. So cute! And delicate. His cheeks pink at the comment and he beams. ]

Isn't it cute? So...fluffy!

[He kisses Xue Yang again, murmuring:]

I promise I won't turn into the stag or the bear if you do.

[The little bird has chosen to trust them and Xingchen lowers them so they are beside a tree.]

Every creature needs kindness. You're just a fledgling, aren't you?

[He croons at the bird, noticing the downy feathers.]

Can you set him in the tree, love?

[ He hums happily into the kiss and smiles tenderly at the promise. ]

You could, and I'd find a way to carry you.

[ Cupping his hand gently to keep the little bird safe, Xue Yang is already moving to hold the fledgling to one of the sturdy branches as his love asks him. ]

This is a better perch for you, friend. You did pretty good to get as high up as you did!

[He is surprised into a chuckle and he kisses Xue Yang three more times for being so silly!]

I love you.

[The bird stares up at them with wide eyes, carefully scooting over onto a branch. Xingchen snuggles Xue Yang and kisses his forehead softly.]

Didn't he? His wings are strong. He will follow the flock in no time.

And they prefer your realm over any other?

[What dire homes they must have.]

No, we have decided on another's realm. One that is quite like mine, so the adjustment won't be difficult.

And what is the nature of your realm?

[Now he's just generally curious.]

My world is filled with people like myself, but also monsters, demons and malicious spirits. I am a Cultivator, so it is my duty to protect the innocent from supernatural powers.

I would say the nature of my realm is...mixed. People like me - fellow Cultivators - help keep the balance.

No, not me. [ She says with a smile in her voice. ] I am fond of reading, but I am no scholar. At most, I can provide observations about what I can immediately see but beyond that requires a skillset that I do not have.

( He does make a point with that last line... Wolfram can't completely refute that. But... )

Then I suppose it would... be her choice in the end. If she... ever chooses to stay...

( beat ) { It had been hard to admit even in those dreams. And it's hard to admit now, but }
[ Wolfram will never again go back on this position. Never. And will support their daughter to the end-- ]

... I cannot completely even say if this world is "safer"... it seems... almost around the same...

( But definitely not quite. Wolfram's world has so much Going On...
... Just because Shin Makoku is overall moderately "peaceful" didn't mean everywhere in Wolfram's world was. ~~the Shimarons especially~~ )

... Though this world has quite a bit more fanciful... "Technology."

( The word in Yuuri's terms still feels so strange on Wolfram's tongue )

As for... that person... they may not have a choice in the matter.

( beat ) They are in a position of importance that cannot be easily vacated for any sense of the long term.
It's a position they chose. They're well aware of the risks. ( at least now )
And even if they could...

( ... But this isn't just about that "position"... )

... I do not believe they'd intentionally make that choice. ( beat )

... And I feel my daughter would feel similarly about such decisions.
Even if she is ... more easily able to leave.

... A temporary stay is one thing. Permanently...

( ... Even Yuuri leaving near-"permanently" that time had been all an illusion. A fabricated dream.
... There was always the risk it'd never happen that same way again in Wolfram's "main" timeline... )

Edited ({he doesn't think Yuuri would leave his Earth family behind first&foremost but Shin Makoku family too now if *had* Choice}) 2026-01-15 11:09 (UTC)

[ Xue Yang laughs and delights at his reward! Of course he presses into each kiss. He's greedy that way~ ]

I love you~

[ He barely breathes as the cute bird scoots over to the branch. Then beams again at the agreement. ]

He will!

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