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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 blinks and smiles slowly at the offer. The Dream Beast can...sleep over? He knows just where the little one will be tucked in too.]

Thank you, Runyu. If he needs to get out, I'm easy to wake. I'll help him.

[He sits down at the table and sips on the tea.]

Good food can warm a person, I've found.

[ Somehow Runyu doubts either of his friends will mind this! ]

Good. Do not worry about waking me at night, I usually sleep a few hours at a time during the day.

[ And he's not talking about just tonight. It's an open ended offer.

Runyu also sips at his tea, enjoying the subtle flavors. ]

The food in the Heavens of my realm is always the same. Very little variety. It is one reason I would spend what time I could in the Mortal World.

[Hardly! Xingchen's bed is big enough for two and he loves the idea of snuggling with a cute Dream Beast.]

So you can watch over the stars?

[He smiles and adds:]

I may have to join you one night.

[If they get access to the roof, the sight would be spectacular.]

My cooking is plain, but there are plenty of spices in the market. If you choose some you like, I can incorporate them.

[ The Dream Beast likes to cuddle~ ]

Yes. I want to see if I know any of them.

[ He meets that smile. ]

You are always welcome to.

And I will be sure to explore the market.

[Xingchen does too. He sleeps better like that since most of his time on his Master's mountain, he had a bed buddy.]

I would be interested to know if you do.

[They will have hot tea and sit under a blanket to watch the stars.]

I learned about the constellations from my Master, but she can't compare with your knowledge.

I will be sure to tell you if I do. Even if I do not, I can show you those I know through other ways.

[ Runyu smiles and shakes his head a little. ]

The knowledge gifted by one's master is no small thing.

Other ways? [Xingchen perks up, curious. He crunches on some vegetables, eyes never leaving Runyu.]

Mm no, it's not. But I think she would like to learn from you too.

[ He hums and finally begins to pick out a couple things to nibble on. Then with a hint of mischief, gestures overhead to the ceiling - which darkens to the night sky filled with stars and constellations. ]

I would be glad to teach her.

[A carrot drops from his chopsticks and he stares, amazed, at what used to be his ceiling!]

Runyu! [Xingchen smiles at the bright stars.] Mm if only she was here.

[ He smothers a grin behind a hastily lifted sleeve. ]

Maybe she will come here.

[Xingchen hesitates and looks down at his food.]

It's...better if she doesn't. She doesn't wish to see me anymore.

[ That hesitation followed by that answer reverberates in his very soul. Enough that Runyu reaches out to rest a gentle hand on his new friend's arm. ]

You do not need to tell me what happened. But should you wish to share it, I will gladly listen.

I am only the second pupil to leave her mountain. Any pupil who does can never return. [Xingchen speaks gently, sadly to his new friend.] It's the price we pay for returning to the world.

[ Runyu's eyes close briefly, understanding echoing deep in his heart. ]

I understand.

[ Reopening his eyes to gaze gently at the mortal, he gives Xingchen's wrist a gentle squeeze. ]

It must have been just as hard for her for you to leave.

[There is...regret and some...hurt involved. Xingchen doesn't think poorly of his Master and he never will, but she was the closest thing he had to a mother.]

I know I did the right thing. I would have lived my life on that peak, wondering what good I could have done below otherwise.

[ Ah. Yes. Runyu can understand that need to act, opposite what others would feel should be done. ]

You have certainly improved my life here. I am glad to know you.

[His eyes widen and his cheeks turn pink.]

I am glad to know you too! And your little Dream Beast. You are always welcome in my apartment.

[ Warmth touches his gaze and he smiles softly. ]

Just as you are always welcome in mine.

[He smiles shyly, pleased.]

It's always good to have places to go just in case something bad happens.

I can get you out of anywhere, swiftly. Just call me if you are in trouble, and I will get you.

I will do my utmost not to burden you, my friend. But it is reassuring to know I needn't stay in danger.

Having a friend to protect is no burden.

I feel likewise. [Even if he must put up talisman or use spells. So?]

[ Runyu dares to reach out and stroke over Xingchen's hair, tucking a lock back over a slender shoulder. ]

[Xingchen smiles shyly, pleased that he has made such a good friend.]

Being so powerful, I'm sure you are accustomed to...serving. [Sorry, he can't imagine a selfish god.] You don't have to do anything for me. Except maybe show me the stars now and then.

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