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[Video] un: runyu

[ A new face appears, but there are glimmers of fury in the slight narrow cant of dark eyes and the set of his lips. Still, Runyu inclines his head, just a little - lashing out without thought is something he won't do. Never again. ]

The powers of those who brought us all here must indeed be great. Even more so for their requirements to keep us complacent and healthy.

With that in mind, I have some healing ability. If any are in need that this requirement has not seen to, I offer myself to see about helping.

Feel free to call for me should you have such a need. I am Runyu. Speak, I will hear you.

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[Xingchen doesn't mind bows for greetings or even farewells! But not for gratitude. He isn't worthy of that. Besides it puts a wall between them and he likes Runyu.]

This way. Can you tell me your apartment number?

[He shows Runyu the elevator - and the stairs if he prefers them. When they arrive at the right door, he stays behind while Runyu enters. From his vantage point, he can see the Dream Beast and he gasps in delight.]

Aw he was waiting for you.

[ A world that has ended. His eyes briefly close. ]

I would be interested to hear more, if you would be willing to speak of it with me. In person, I think would be more appropriate.

[ He gives the number he'd been told, and soon they go up the stairs - elevators are something he'll have to be talked around to trying more than once.

Runyu rubs over the Dream Beast's head and neck as he soaks in the creatures gentle peace. He smiles over his shoulder at Xingchen even as the Dream Beast peers at the man, wiggling as if to pounce to defend him before Runyu pets him in reassurance before standing. ]

This is my Dream Beast. My father gave him to me when I was young.

[ Looking down at the antlered little creature, he smiles again. ]

This is Xiao Xingchen. He is a friend. Behave yourself.

[ Another coo, and the Dream Beast's wiggling turns more playful before it bows its head. ]

After you are settled. {She knows the value of a home.} I will come to you then.

[ He's not used to this kindness. At all. Not just for the sake of being kind.

His gaze lowers and he inclines his head in acceptance. ]

I will do my best to have tea prepared for that day.

You won't be lonely for long. {She can't offer great company, but a little bird is better than nothing.}

[ How easily he's seen through. ]

You are very kind, Yeul. I look forward to getting to know you better.

[He can't blame him there. The elevator is strange! He doesn't like when it starts and stops.

Xingchen edges into the room carefully, aware that he might be seen as rude. But he can't help it! He kneels down in front of the Dream Beast and smiles softly at the cute defensive stance.]

Anyone who thinks of harming you and your Master truly is a monster. I wouldn't dare.

[He reaches out to stroke that cute face, grinning.]

When you say Dream Beast, what do you mean, Runyu? Does he create dreams?

{Only because she might be as old as him.

And equally lonely.}

I know about starting over. Each time it's difficult.

[ Runyu doesn't mind Xingchen coming in at all!

He can't resist a quiet little laugh that he quickly hides behind a hastily raised sleeve. Then sinks back down beside Xingchen, feeling better having the Dream Beast with him even here.

The little creature coos at Xingchen and butts happily into the stroking, clearly deciding it likes Xingchen too. ]

He can observe dreams, and eat nightmares to sooth the one dreaming them. That is how he eats. It doesn't harm the dreamer. Through dreams, a record of potential memories can be gathered.

[ He hesitates, but the Dream Beast's obvious liking of the mortal meshes with his own. ] I have also used him to guide the stars' path. It is one of the tasks I most enjoy.

I do not know how to start over. [ He admits this quietly. ]

You take a step at a time. I have lived many lifetimes; you must accept what is and set your sights on what is possible.

[ He's quiet for a couple minutes, just absorbing what she offers as advice. ]

It seems we can learn from each other. If you are willing...?

[His cheeks flush darker and he focuses on the cute Dream Beast because... Well, the little creature is less complicated. And less handsome. Runyu's voice seems to reverberate through him and he realizes that he wants this...man...this presence?...to be happy.]

Nightmares must be bitter! [He pouts at the little creature.] Don't let them give you a tummy ache.

[Xingchen touches a jade ornament at his waist and smiles a little.]

I fear my dreams would be boring. I'm blessed to have few nightmares.

[Oh that will change in his future. He is somewhat aware of that.]

You guide...the stars? [He stares in awe.]

{Living and dying... She has done both a lot. Maybe there is something useful she can offer.}

I am. I am one of many Yeuls. I was the first human created by the god Lindzei. He used the goddess Etro's blood to form me and thus I am in her image.

[ Runyu might be enchanted by that flush! But he's trying not to stare. The Dream Beast is a very good thing to focus outwardly on, and he watches it with open affection. ]

He's rather spoiled, I'm afraid.

[ Lofty. But the smile remains as the little creature makes a sound of protest and prances over to rub against him just to earn another gentle stroke over those versatile antlers. ]

He likes eating nightmares because in doing so they help the dreamer, and they do him no harm. [ Because he finds he doesn't want Xingchen to worry about even a creature having a tummy ache. ]

It is good that your dreams are rarely darkened.

[ The Dream Beast peers at him, then looks to Xingchen before wagging its tail in encouragement. Of course it softens him into giving a little more information. ]

I have been called the Night Immortal in my world. I guide the constellations and make sure everything is in the order it must be. The stars give warning, and I ensure the warnings are headed.

[ And still she is so kind. He admires that. ]

I have lived only one life, long though it has been. I am still considered fairly young for my kind.

[He is in the presence of a deity. Xingchen realizes this fact much - much - too late and he panics. His cheeks redden and then pale and then redden again. What should he do?

In all of his desperate - inward - scrambling, the worst happens.

He turns into a stag. To his credit, he is as white as the Dream Beast - though much bigger - and fluffy. He isn't sure at all how to bow in this form and so he...inclines his great antlered head.

Then he reveals that he can talk. Even like this.]

I... I hope I haven't offended you, my lord.

You are a god too. {She doesn't question that. There is an aura to him that mortals don't have.} Mortal, immortal, we all must learn.

[ Oh it's much worse than that. But Runyu won't admit to exactly who and what he is. Not yet.

Especially as he watches Xingchen's rapidly changing color in a way that worries him. The sudden change has him gasp, and the Dream Beast's ears go forward. But rather tellingly, the smaller creature doesn't leap between Xingchen and Runyu.

Runyu can't resist looking over the stag, admiring the regal beauty of his new friend's form. The words ring hollowly in his heart as his heart sinks. His gaze moves back to the Dream Beast, who looks back to him and coos encouragingly, soothingly, at him. ]

Runyu. You have given me no offense to forgive.

[ He doesn't deny her comment. ]

I agree.

[His fluffy ears shift bashfully, fluttering and pressing against his head. Xingchen is a very regal stag - just the sort a hunter would like to shoot. But he is still a humble man underneath his fur.]

I've never been in the presence of a... [He snorts instead of sighing, further embarrassing himself!] I'm just a humble Cultivator. I was raised on my Master's mountain. I only recently left that life in order to...to do good in the world and protect innocent people from monsters.

I will help. {Because it will help her too.}

[ No hunter will even touch this stag. Runyu won't allow it. His fingers dig into the cloth at his knees before he forces them to relax - they itch to stroke those fluffy ears! Xingchen has beauty and grace no matter what form he's in. ]

If how you greeted me is what you show your world, you do very well. What I am...I do not need more followers. I need...I hope...for a friend.

I thank you.

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