A whole new world

[sawnoevil]

WHO: Xiao Xingchen, Song Lan, and Xue Yang
WHEN: September
WHAT: Xiao Xingchen settling in
WHERE: At the newlywed's house
WARNINGS: None, but I'll update if needed.

After a conversation with Zichen and Xue Yang that was as confusing as it'd been uplifting, Xingchen decides to follow through and move in with the two of them. Their marriage is a surprise, but Xingchen had also managed to live with Xue Yang himself without realizing him to be an enemy. Outside of tendencies that both claim are under control, he's a pleasant man. There's still work to do in regards to their relationship, but while Xue Yang continues to handle his darker urges, a new life can begin.

It's their home. The three men approach the house that Xue Yang and Zichen have made their own. The invitation to live with them caused his hesitation, but not because of any lack in desire. It feels a bit invasive. It's only with both of their insistence that he's able to accept.

Obviously, he's not able to see the structure. In time, his movements and sound will create a picture, but as he stops in front, he's already curious. This is the home Xue Yang and Zichen chose together.

"Is it very large?"

Size only matters as it means more for Xingchen to learn.

Comments

[zichen]

"Mm." Zichen agrees gently, flushing when he sees the affection between the other two. He values both men more than life and if they can be happy - to some degree - together (and with him) then he can't help but celebrate it.

"Xingchen..." he murmurs, lifting the man's hand again for a soft kiss, "You cannot intrude. You are part of us regardless of your decision."

Very carefully he takes the lead to show Xingchen the rest of the house, leaving it to Xue Yang to make sure Xingchen doesn't trip or stub his foot. He spends time in the bedroom, knowing the other man will need to navigate the room when he is half asleep. He should know it well so he is safer.

"Here is the bed and the doors are here..."

[sawnoevil]

Throughout the tour, Xingchen draws pictures in his head to create an internal map. He wasn't born blind so he's blessed in his ability to know how rooms normally look, to take memories of wood and doors and repurpose them to create an image of everything being described.

It helps to have two very patient teachers.

"Is it very close to the bedroom you share?"

It's important to know where the other two will be located at night. Xingchen won't have the same ease in finding them as most.

[jiangzaid]

Xue Yang adds a few silly details along the way, making sure nothing trips Xingchen or makes him stumble or bump into something. He gently guides the other's hand to anything that is unusually sized or shaped.

The question has him grin before he leads the way down two doors. "Here, Daozhang!" They're both fairly tidy at home. Nothing is left lying around. Everything has it's place and is put away in quick order. He leads Xingchen inside, and the bed there is indeed larger than Xingchen's. There are warm blankets draped over the foot, and extra pillows.

And there are two small tables on either side, with a book on each and an unlit candle.

[zichen]

"It is." Zichen reassures, following patiently as Xue Yang takes the lead. Having Xingchen here warms his heart and he, selfishly, takes a moment to press against the other man's back. Very lightly. Just enough for him to understand that his Xiao Xingchen is here.

Along with his A-Yang.

"Welcome home, Xingchen." he murmurs, wishing, dearly, he could give the man his eyes back. He would. In a heartbeat. He knows Xue Yang would take care of him if he was blind.

[sawnoevil]

Home. It's not a word that's had meaning for a while, but he does bow his head again as if trying to hide his smile. He isn't; he smiles far too much to be ashamed of it. The warmth of the meaning spreads throughout his body.

"Thank you for..."

'Letting me stay here' feels wrong. That's not what they're doing. With a shake of his head, he tries again.

"I'm home."

[jiangzaid]

He loves making Xiao Xingchen smile and laugh. And he's been getting Zichen to smile, too. Every single one, from both men, is special to him.

And then Xingchen says that. Xue Yang draws in a shaky breath before resting his cheek to the white-clad shoulder, giving it a nuzzle.

"You are. This is your home, A-Chen. You are safe."

[zichen]

How can they not embrace Xingchen from both sides? Zichen shifts to do just that, his heart soaring. He can finally admit how he feels; how he has felt since he first met Xiao Xingchen.

And now he feels that way for Xue Yang too. Without the pair, he knows he would feel lonely and empty.

"We never stopped waiting for you." he smiles a little, "Our gentle breeze..."

[sawnoevil]

"I'd like to hear more about my time here before."

It's so odd to think that he doesn't recall that time at all. It sounds like so many things happened, and there's no recollection. He found something he didn't know he was searching for, left, and now returns to find it waiting for him.

[jiangzaid]

Zichen's move has him grinning. Xue Yang snuggles in on his side of Xingchen, understanding the oddity this sweet man must be feeling at knowing there are things he doesn't remember.

"We'll tell you!" No need to leave Xingchen wondering!

"Are you hungry? We can tell you while we cook."

[zichen]

"Yes, when was the last time you ate?" Zichen looks over Xingchen, trying to judge if he has been going without. Just in case, he pulls away to make his way to the kitchen. Cooking is easy for him - and therapeutic.

"Speak truthfully to him, A-Yang." he urges over his shoulder, yet he knows his husband will.

[sawnoevil]

"Early this morning."

What time is it now? It's not always easy to tell without some kind of clue. When he learns this world, it will become easier. What insects are present at which time of day? Are people closing up shops as the night draws closer? His lack of sight is never as obvious as when he enters a new place.

"I'll accept the offer for food. Thank you."

[jiangzaid]

Oh that won't do! Xue Yang gently guides Xingchen in following Zichen into the kitchen and shows him where he can sit if he wants.

He throws a mock pout at his husband though. "I promised not to lie to either of you, and I won't. I haven't." There's no sulky emotion behind it though and he's quick to smile again.

"Daozhang, the first days we were here, we danced together! And I was naughty and stole some kisses."

[zichen]

"You needn't thank us. It's important that we all eat." Zichen blinks, touched when Xue Yang urges Xingchen to follow him. The little gestures tell him far more about the other man than anything grand. As amazing as it seems, Xue Yang is allowing himself to be an empathetic man.

"I trust you, A-Yang." he returns the smile gently and sets about preparing a meal. He slices up vegetables, listening to the pair all the while. Just hearing their voices lightens his heart.