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[Oh he will enjoy him later. Xingchen isn't shy about initiating such things and most nights they fall asleep in a contented tangle.

However, beyond sexual desire, Xiao Xingchen finds Xue Yang beautiful. The laughter makes him feel warm and his feathers fluff around his neck as he is brought into those gentle hands again.]

I'll find you more. [He stretches out his neck when they are outside and gets accustomed to the wind. He should try to fly in the same direction.] Can you lift me up a little?

[ Xue Yang loves every second of it.

He holds the pretty bird close as he takes them outside and watches Xingchen adjust to the wind. ]

I'll have to find some pretty robes for you too!

[ Well. He has his eyes on a couple sets already.

The request has him immediately lift Xingchen up, hands supporting the light body. ]

[As does Xingchen. His A-Yang keeps him so warm.

Just like now. He rubs his cheek against Xue Yang's chest, gathering his courage. His love would be adventurous with this, so he will be too!]

I just want your company; you don't have to get me anything.

[Fluffing himself, he then extends his wings and gives a little hop, catching a gust of wind. He glides for a moment and then begins to flap, flying in a gentle arc.]

[ The way Xingchen rubs against him warms his heart and he strokes over the white feathers with open adoration. ]

You're so soft, A-Chen...

[ He beams. ]

You have me. Always.

[ But then he has the joy of watching Xingchen move his wings, then helps him lift into the air. Of course Xue Yang follows below, taking his responsibility seriously of being right there to catch Xingchen if needed. ]

So graceful!

[He likes being soft for his A-Yang. The other man seems to like snuggling with him in his various forms and Xingchen encourages it!]

You will be too.

[He coos a happy note at the promise before taking flight. He is doing well until a gust of wind throws off his balance. Fluttering uncertainly, he falls towards Xue Yang, trusting he will be caught.]

Oh! [Winter winds are tough on little doves!]

[ He loves snuggling Xingchen! It doesn't matter what forms they're in at the time.

Now he gets to admire the beautiful first flight. Then his heart almost stops when the gust makes his dove fall, but he's still right there with gentle hands to catch Xingchen. He pulls him close to his chest and nuzzles the pretty feathers as he reassures himself his love is fine. ]

I've got you, A-Chen. That was beautiful!

[Dazed, Xingchen coos distantly until he feels Xue Yang's heart beating against his little body. Gentle hands cradle him and he grips onto the fingers with his toes. Then he breathes deep and nods to himself.]

I know how to do it. I'm just not big enough to fly against this wind.

[He peeks up at Xue Yang tenderly.]

But you will be. Do you want to try transforming?

[ Those toes are petted too, and Xue Yang watches Xingchen calm down and collect himself. ]

Mm. All the more reason for me to be a big bird so you can be on my back!

[ He presses a tender kiss over white feathers. ]

Yeah! I wanna see what kind of owl I am.

[He giggles and tries to be careful with his talons. They are tiny, but sharp!]

You will be a magnificent owl.

[His eyes close under the kiss and he flutters up to land on Xue Yang's shoulder, snuggling against his cheek.]

Calm your mind and feel the magic of this land, A-Yang. You have tapped into it before - this is no different. Then think about growing wings.

Edited 2023-10-25 17:01 (UTC)

[ He's not afraid of his A-Chen's talons. He trusts this one man not to hurt him.

Another nuzzle when Xingchen moves up to his shoulder, and he lets the other help his mind to focus. Closing his eyes, he calls to mind the lessons Xingchen and Zichen had spent so much time in teaching him. Feeling the magic.

Then. Wings. There's an itch in his body, but he doesn't fight it. Embraces it. A moment later, and there's a large snowy owl in his place. ]

[He can't hurt Xue Yang. His love for him goes too deep. They both know he is more likely to hurt himself if things go awry.

Xingchen keeps careful watch over his love, his eyes warming and brightening as the body underneath him changes. Then he gasps, absolutely charmed by the snowy owl.]

Oh A-Yang! [Hopping into the snow, he maneuvers himself so he can nuzzle his owl's face.] You're a snowy owl!

[ Xue Yang feels the same way. He'd rather hurt himself a thousand times over now than let either of his precious people hurt.

He fluffs his wings and feathers, wiggling in the snow before opening his eyes at the nuzzle. He laughs with delight and flaps his wings playfully, making the snow around them swirl. ]

It's so much easier with you guiding me, A-Chen~

[ He ducks down, wiggling his wings again to invite his cute dove to hop onto his back. ]

[That's part of their bond and the soul deep trust they have forged. The worst thing they can do to one another is leave or die.

Giggling at the sudden swirl of snow, Xingchen flaps his wings too. Then he gives his owl more affection, preening him with his beak.]

You just have to quiet your mind. I know you can do anything.

[The ducking delights him and he gives a little hop, landing on Xue Yang's soft, warm back. He snuggles against him to reduce drag. And also because he loves him.]

[ He leans into the preening with a happy sigh, eyes closing in bliss. ]

I can do anything if my A-Chen believes in me.

[ Xue Yang puffs his chest out when Xingchen hops up onto his back, even more when he feels the snuggling! Stretching his wings out again, he gives more concerted effort in the flapping, launching himself with powerful legs into the air in combination of his wings, and soon they soar on silent wings over the white ground. He's learning to trust the instincts of these forms. ]

[He will gladly preen such pretty white feathers! Snowy owls are some of his favorites; they remind him of little fluffy ghosts. But his A-Yang is alive and vibrant. That energy just makes this new form lovelier.]

I do believe in you.

[Which is why he settles on his lover's back, tucking himself against him without hesitation. The way Xue Yang takes off amazes him - the power! - and he gasps in quiet wonder when they soar over the snow.]

...so beautiful...

[ He loves them too. But it's the attention and the affection he loves most. Those simple words wrap around his heart and soul. He won't forget them.

Especially with how his lover trusts him and settles on his back, willing him to keep his Xingchen safe. He laughs his joy at that gasp of wonder and angles their path a little higher. High enough to almost float over the treetops. ]

I've liked each of the forms I've tried here so far. The wolf is always fun, and I like running as a reindeer with your stag. Now we can fly together!

[This feels like a dream. Xingchen nuzzles Xue Yang the moment he hears his laughter, resting his cheek against the back of his lover's neck.]

My sweet wolf. [He croons adoringly, chuckling at the mention of their deer forms.] We do have a lot of fun. I think it's...best...to transform together.

[So they can have these moments and grow closer.]

[ It's a good dream. Xue Yang doesn't want to wake up. His eyes brighten at the feeling of his dove resting against him. ]

We do! I like having fun with you.

[ Joy flows through him at the suggestion and he angles their path into a large, lazy circle, heading somewhat back to their cozy home. ]

I like transforming with you.

[Why should he have to? Xingchen is happy to remain in this dream too, lightly preening the cute soft feathers he finds at the back of Xue Yang's head.]

I love being with you.

[He notices the path and coos his approval. They need a nice long snuggle after all of this cold!]

I see more of you each time you transform. I don't think our forms are accidental.

Edited 2023-10-25 18:02 (UTC)

[ As long as he isn't alone in this dream, he doesn't plan on ever waking. He loves the gentle beak on his feathers, trusts them even if he can't see what Xingchen is doing. He shivers at those words and hears himself hoot softly. ]

Being with you is...everything.

[ Much snuggling before the fire! ]

Mm? What do my forms tell you about me?

[Soft coos answer the sweet hoot and Xingchen rubs his face against his love's feathers, covering himself in his scent. This dove belongs with his owl.]

Mmm I see a whole new world when I am with you.

[A world of laughter and mischief and love.]

The wolf tells me you are protective and that you desire a pack. You don't like being alone. The reindeer tells me that you are strong and clever even in the harshest of conditions. And the owl is the quieter part of your spirit; the part of you that I love best.

Edited 2023-10-25 18:14 (UTC)

[ Just as this owl belongs to his dove. Xue Yang shudders at the descriptions of each of his forms. If an owl could shed tears, this one would. As it is, his breath is stolen away and he pumps his wings to send them faster through the air as a desperation to get home so he can shift and wrap his arms and legs around his precious Xingchen sinks in.

Every single word is accurate. Further proving just how well Xiao Xingchen has come to know him. He feels revealed. Vulnerable.

But loved most of all. ]

[The silence following the shudder tells him his A-Yang is overwhelmed. Gently stretching out a wing, he opens the door to their home so Xue Yang can fly right inside. Once they are in the warmth, he will use another little spell to nudge the pillows before their fireplace into a nice soft pile. A good landing spot.]

Set us down, love.

Edited 2023-10-26 04:03 (UTC)

[ His A-Chen knows him and accepts him. Xue Yang knows how fortunate he is to have this pure, sweet man beside him, teaching him a better way of life in a way no one had ever bothered before.

It takes focus to fold his wings at the perfect time to get them through the door without colliding into anything, and then he brings them to a quick (careful) halt, legs outstretched before folding his wings again for a gentle landing.

Then he shifts forms and turns to catch his love, emotion naked on his face as he chokes out- ]

A-Chen...

[His Xue Yang is one of a kind - a treasure - and Xingchen coos in amazement at the little adjustments his love makes to bring them into the house safely. Before he can change back, he is back in his A-Yang's arms!

Which isn't bad for him at all. He loves those arms. His form shifts back to normal and he wraps his arms around Xue Yang, cradling him against him. The emotion in his lover's voice goes straight to his heart!]

Did I say something wrong, A-Yang?

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