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WHO: Wen Kexing
WHEN: June
WHAT: Intro things, exploring, that kind of thing!
WHERE: Gazin and probably the surrounding areas
WARNINGS: Anything with Zishu will probably end up either fighting or smut because that's how they roll!

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Walking down the path into Gazin, being introduced to a whole new language...interesting! He only has eyes for one person though on his travels, listening for word of his A-Xu. It's a little warm for his comfort, and he wonders if everything will only backfire. The fan he always carries is open and gently wafting up at his face, free arm tucked at his back as he walks without any sense of hurry. Any who see past the fan will find a young face, contrasting the long white hair, and a slight smirk as if everything amuses him. And, well. It does. All these people! A city!

It's been a while. He doesn't sample anything, only looks as that fan moves gently, tirelessly. If stopped, he'll even smile! But otherwise, listening is just as informative. What cultures are here...

Various shops in Gazin:

Time can slip away, as he knows. Each shop he comes across will get paid a visit, especially the apothecary and Inn. The former to put out feelers for what might do him and Zishu good, a method of healing that even Ye Baiyi's technique and their experimentation in the aftermath wouldn't complete. Oh, it's enough. Was enough where they're from. But Gazin isn't there, and finding a proper place cold enough is a challenge - inconvenient.

Who knows what can be found here? He chats up the workers in each place, charming and cheerful with silly anecdotes and lines from stories that he feels appropriate (even if others might not understand it). And the Inn has him check out the rooms, wondering which will work best.

Vasari

He would be remiss not to check out the local spooky forest, though he has at least borrowed a horse for the trip - just in case he needs a quick escape. And he has the money for it, so why not?

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Kexing can't keep a pout on for long at all, not with Zishu around. Not for a very long time. He tugs his soulmate up and instead of releasing the hand once Zishu's settled behind him, wraps that arm around his waist. Then only adjusts his hold, so guiding the horse one handed is a simple matter.

"It's a new world. I want to see what there is to be seen. Don't you?" They can fly around together later. But sometimes, seeing what is what can only be done from the ground.

The pouts are adorable and distracting! Kexing has won far too many arguments that way. But Zishu knows his soulmate is as eager to explore this new world as him - and they are safer together. The horse doesn't really have to worry about anything.

"Mm." he nods against Kexing's shoulder, "But we have to be careful. We can't eat or drink anything in town."

Or else they risk regaining their mortality. Zishu is quite fond of their way of living, so he doesn't want to risk it. Even if some of the smells had been alluring.

Zishu is the distracting one! But they'd do anything for the other. Have done so already. Kexing threads their fingers together, comfortable with his soulmate against him.

"There are strange medicines here. And magics. One might work on us."

But if not...? They'll just have to find where they can get their fill of ice and snow.

"I know you miss wine." As does he!

"Lao Wen." he grumbles, warning, "Food and drink isn't worth it. Or have you grown tired of being with me already?"

Zishu knows that isn't the case. Kexing has shown him his enthusiasm on more than one occasion. Thus the reason he smiles, provoking his soulmate, after the question.

He gasps in mostly feigned shock and turns his pout at his soulmate. "A-Xu!" Only mostly, because he'll never forget or doubt again what Zishu would do without him.

The same as what he'd do without him.

Even that smile doesn't immediately banish the pout. Only a kiss will do! "I'll show you just how tired I am of being with you," he growls playfully and turns the horse off down another path.

Just as soon as they find a good spot with less likelihood of being barged in on by unsuspecting beasts!

"Hm?" he draws out the sound, humming near Kexing's ear, "What are you going to do? I don't know how you will make it up to me." his eyes lid playfully and he can't help laughing when the horse is taken down another path.

Zishu nestles against his silly lover, pressing kisses to that beautiful white hair. He has loved the shade since Kexing awoke in the Armory. Between them, it indicates the greatest sacrifice. If Zishu hadn't been in love before that moment, Kexing's sacrifice would have ensured he had his heart.

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That hum sends a delighted shiver through him, as he's sure his soulmate intends. But he holds the pout until that laugh, and he has to grin. Every laugh is precious! He doesn't even mind that Zishu makes fun of him.

"We should find a colder place to live, A-Xu," he says instead, as if that's the real reason they're out on horseback. "We can visit Gazin often. But remember what the old monster said about living where it's cold and only eating snow."

The kisses melt his heart every time though. He doesn't regret for even a second aiming to give his life to his soulmate. Kexing squeezes Zishu's fingers, gaze dropping for a moment as he soaks in the love he feels. He loves his hair too - and being alive to enjoy it. It signifies to him that his Zishu loves him just as fiercely as he loves Zishu.

He could easily live tucked against Kexing, listening to him breathing, hearing his voice. The squeeze to his fingers directs his attention to their hands and he happily returns the gesture. He might tease his precious Lao Wen, but there is no one else who makes his very existence worthwhile.

"We'll have to build something sturdy." Zishu doesn't mind the idea; a cabin in the mountains would be romantic. He sighs happily and finds a soft patch of skin behind Kexing's ear that needs soft kisses. So he provides them!

"A-Xing..." his voice dips, meant for Kexing only, "What sort of house would you like? One story? Two?"

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They often do just that! Speaking is just a form of joy at this point. No one else brings Kexing so much peace.

"Mm," he hums in agreement, only to sigh as those kisses distract him. They'd been lucky to turn the Armory into a suitable home - it already had so many rooms and knowledge to explore and absorb!

But starting fresh...with his A-Xu? He smiles softly even with the shudder at that tone. "That depends," he murmurs, but there's a tease in his voice now. "Are you going to help me build this time? Or are you going to be lazy and make me do everything?"

"How could you think so poorly of me!" he huffs, mock outraged, yet, tellingly, he does not budge from his position. Nor does he stop nuzzling Kexing's tempting neck. Yes, the Armory had been perfect in a way. There was always something new to discover or explore. And they had made a nice bed, too, out of various materials - and put it to use!

"Now I don't know if I can help you. My heart is so broken..." Zishu pinches Kexing's backside for good measure, smiling against his shoulder.

"Eh?" He laughs at the huff. "You're always so lazy!" He keeps teasing, even as those lips tease right back, sending delightful shivers through him. Now they can make something that suits them, rather than making due with what they had on hand.

He yelps at the pinch! Jerking a little in the saddle and causing the stallion to hop in protest before Kexing soothes him back with a firm, steadying hand. "A-Xu!" He pouts, turning his head so his beloved gets the full joy of seeing it. "So mean today!" But he laughs and turns back to keeping an eye on their surroundings. He's heard of the beasts here, after all! And can hear subtle signs that could be one or three off a ways.

Just for that, he nudges the stallion into a gentle trot, hand holding onto Zishu's remaining firm and steady. With his soulmate being so silly, he'd rather not get into a fight with anything...except the usual he and his Zishu get into.

But with a better goal in mind, he picks a north-ward path, glancing overhead to check the light.

"How dare you speak to your senior that way!" Zishu grumbles and rubs his hand up Kexing's chest, planning on the pinch before it happens. He does feel a bit bad when the horse hops. Especially when he is almost unseated! Well, it would serve him right, wouldn't it.

Cheeks flushed, he is then faced with a pout. But not just any pout: Lao Wen's pout. Biting his lip, Zishu tries to fight back a laugh, yet his eyes shine.

"Isn't that my line?"

All the same, he ends up pressed against Kexing's back, blinking peacefully at their surroundings. He is ready should there be an attack, however his mind is trained, for the most part, on everywhere they touch. He had worried, for a moment, that he had come to this world alone. Finding Kexing had reminded him that they will always trail after each other; it's fate.

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Kexing would have held him on, he hadn't let go of that hand! Rather than respond to the grumble, he laughs again - he can't help it! He loves making those perfect cheeks flush.

He draws in a breath, enjoying the strange yet familiar smells of the forest as he feels his soulmate resettle against him. The fear of being alone hadn't lasted long at all. They will always find each other.

"Mm. A-Xu. This isn't quite what I meant when we thought of being somewhere else." As if this is allllll Zishu's fault.

It's thanks to that hold that Zishu rights himself! He wiggles on the saddle to regain his balance, quickly hugging his Kexing to steady himself.

But not because he pouted. Nope. He blows out a sigh and tips his head back to watch some birds flying overhead. Logically, he knows the forest is dangerous, but there is something about it he likes too.

"Too bad, Lao Wen. We'll have to make do." his lips twitch, "I'm not very good at directing us."

That wiggling has him draw in a steady breath, and the hug to steady his A-Xu has him squeeze the hand he holds onto. His soulmate is just too tempting!

Kexing also finds this forest beautiful. He doesn't mind riding through it, especially with his husband with him. His shoulders shake in silent laughter at the answer, and there's mirth bright in his voice.

"Aaah. A-Xu, I'll keep us safe and on the right path while here."

Mostly because...is there a wrong one?

He will gladly wiggle on Kexing's lap later. They just need to find the perfect spot. Zishu glances off the road for just such a sanctuary, never releasing his hold on his husband.

The laughter brings his attention back to the other man, however, and he grins. It's good to hear Kexing so bright and cheerful.

"I'm trusting you." he teases and his hand drops a little...low, making contact with one of his husband's thighs, "I will reward you too."

Such a reward! Kexing loves his husband too much to let a bad mood hang over him very long at all. Even more so these days.

However...the implication of that hand slipping down to rest on a thigh - he draws in a quick breath and turns his head to meet his Zishu's eyes, searching.

"Aah? A-Xu?" Is his husband only teasing him with giving him this gift? He doesn't think his soulmate is quite that evil! So he leans in for a quick kiss and smiles against his beloved's lips. "You don't have to worry!" He turns back to redouble his efforts, this time in finding an appropriate place for what Zishu's suggested. And it's growing late enough they might as well find a place to rest for the night.

Bad moods can be dispelled in so many ways! Zishu has a decent idea of how to go about it at the moment - and he has no hesitation doing so while they are riding. Perhaps his love for his husband is equally as fierce?

"Mm?" he inches his hand higher along that thigh, caressing in slow circles. The kiss earns a bright, mischievous grin and he leans against Kexing's back.

"Did I say I was worried? I'm only giving you plenty of reason to find a place for us..."

A place where Zishu can love his husband under the stars. And such a nook isn't far ahead; it must be a place others have rested since a small cabin has been built in the midst of a circle of trees.

His Zishu finds the best ways to do just that. He is highly aware of where that hand is and what it's doing - making him squirm juuuust a little in the saddle.

He laughs. "Oh, A-Xu! I am very motivated to find a place for us to...rest. Tonight." He grins shamelessly.

Kexing's grin only widens when he spies the little cabin, and nudges the horse over to it. There's even a little stable attached to it! He hops off the horse and reaches up for his soulmate, grin softening because he can't help it. He'll tug Zishu in for a kiss if not stopped~

Good. Zishu smiles proudly to have Kexing's attention and his lips find his soulmate's cheek for a slow, warm kiss. Rest? He laughs at the word choice and cups Kexing's cock through his trousers.

"We do need our rest." he speaks like a naughty imp, perking up the moment he sees the cabin. It should at least have the basics and anything they lack shouldn't be a problem. It's not as if they need sustenance!

Zishu grins at the hands reaching for him and he slides into those arms with ease, wrapping Kexing up in his embrace in the process. Why would he ever stop him?

This time his gasp isn't playful or mock outraged. Zishu's hand won't find him limp. Kexing laughs again, delighting in his naughty husband and the teasing.

Tugging him in close for a deep kiss, Kexing considers simply leaving the horse to find for himself - but no. That would be cruel to the poor creature! So he pulls back from the kiss with a nip to tempting lips.

"Do you want to take care of our faithful horse or do you want to explore the cabin first and get it ready for us?"

No, his soulmate is always eager for him and Zishu feels himself reacting in a similar fashion! Everything sort of...melts. When it's just them. He loses himself in the kiss and twines that pretty white hair around his fingers.

"I've got him." he nudges their noses together, smiling, "Go brave the cabin, Lao Wen. I'll listen for your scream if you need me~"

Zishu turns towards the horse and takes hold of his reins, leading him to the stable to be brushed, watered and fed.

Forever. Kexing takes the moment to enjoy the kiss and having his Zishu in his arms. The nudge of their noses makes him smile before laughing with a playful protesting "A-Xu!" as he pulls back.

There will, of course, be screaming. But not of the painful, in danger variety. Still chuckling a little, Kexing draws in an exaggerated breath and heads for the cabin to light whatever candles there are and check on the bed situation. Rustic, and there are plenty of stores for hungry travelers in the kitchen area - the whole cabin is one big room with a big bucket for washing travel grime off in a small wash area in one corner behind a privacy curtain.

He has a fire going, only for light, and the bed made by the time his husband wanders inside. This has made his decision to buy a bundle of incense sticks a good thing, for two are lit, making the cabin smell pleasant.

"Very cute, don't you think?" He smiles as he takes a seat on the edge of the bed when Zishu comes in.

"Off with you." Zishu nudges his soulmate off with a soft pat to his backside. His expression is downright cheeky; he is looking forward to exploring Kexing's body at length soon. The thought amuses him while he leads the horse to the stable. Not too long ago, he wouldn't have considered himself a person who had any interest in sex. Or at least not much. But his Lao Wen has changed that and Zishu doesn't want to live any other way.

Once the horse is relieved of his tack, brushed down, given fresh water and fed, Zishu leads the sweet boy into a stall. Then he piles up the fresh hay and strokes over the stallion's muzzle. The temperature should be comfortable for the night, so he doesn't bother lighting any fires.

The cabin surprises him and he chuckles upon entering, shrugging off his outer robe.

"You or your little incense sticks?" he peeks into the washing area and nods his approval, "I was going to do something earlier... I must be getting old because I can't remember what it was that had my attention."

Or who it was, rather.

Kexing grins at the cheek, that pat just makes him even more eager! He'd never really thought of himself as monogamous...until he met Zishu. Until his soulmate walked back into his life. Now there is no one else for him. Not that he minds! His Zishu is more than enough for him.

He also has his outer robe off and in a somewhat ordered pile on the rough-made table nearer the kitchen area. He smirks at the question and lifts his chin, shifting his posture as if preening (he is, really). Then gasps in mock outrage again "A-Xu!" and pouts, eyes going pathetically wide.

"I can remind you if you come over here."

They just...are. Zishu has never considered being with anyone else nor has he asked Kexing about his past relationships. What they have can't be duplicated or taken from them, though if he saw his soulmate chasing the shoulder-blades of another, he might discover that he too can be a little...jealous.

The gasp brings out a softer smile and, after removing his boots, Zishu walks to his beloved and slides his hands eagerly into that pale hair.

"Help me remember? I think it had something to do with stripping you bare."

They fit together perfectly. He won't bother his husband with tales of his past exploits - they only matter because he has the experience to play with his soulmate. But he still can't help but be jealous when Zishu even looks at another, let alone flirts with them!

Kexing's pout fades, smile returning when Zishu approaches and those wonderful hands slip into his hair. He laughs at the plea and tips his head up. "That was part of it~ And you were doing a fair bit of wiggling in the saddle."

That experience has been - and will continue to be - enjoyed. Zishu had partners before, but things between himself and them had either been fumbling and playful or desperate. He never had the joy of loving one person and focusing entirely on their happiness.

"I wanted to make you wiggle in the saddle." he loosens his robe and crawls onto Kexing's lap, his hands carding through his lover's hair. With a mischievous smirk, he rolls his hips forward, finding that hard cock he had discovered earlier.

As it is meant to be~ Kexing likes heaping love and affection on his soulmate! Having just one person...is far more special than careless dalliances.

He grins helplessly. "I still had to guide the poor thing!" Then moans softly as those hands thread through his hair and he wraps his arms around his A-Xu. He gasps at the roll of those hips and rocks up, showing he is still just as hard now as he was before.

Any dalliance, careless or otherwise, that sought to turn Kexing's head would be met with Zishu's blade. He is quite certain about keeping his Ghost Lord to himself.

"You can't do two things at once?" he holds Kexing to him, his hands in his pale air and his thighs gripping him, "Lao Wen, I know for a fact that you can excel at double-tasking."

Hasn't he proved that in their intimate moments? And when they fight? Zishu smiles broadly at the hardness and frees his hands to undress his soulmate.

No worries there~ His Zishu is all Kexing needs to be happy.

He pouts a little again at the teasing, but those hands and thighs are so distracting! "I'll wiggle for you now!" He laughs, pout vanishing, and wiggles playfully, pointedly, up against his soulmate.

Kexing moves to help in removing his clothes until he's utterly, delightfully bare beneath his husband. "A-Xu."

He likes being distracting! Zishu echoes his Lao Wen's laughter, but the sound is cut short by said wiggling. Groaning when Kexing hits just the right spot, he hurriedly disrobes his husband. He wants to see him.

"Beautiful." he concludes, sealing his words with a long, lazy kiss. Then he sits straight and slowly undresses himself, his eyes warm with love and arousal.

"I'm here, my Lao Wen."

Kexing loves his distracting husband. He grins when he makes his Zishu groan like that, only to sigh into the kiss, answering the pressure in kind.

Then it's his turn to enjoy the show, and his gaze heats as he openly watches as each layer is removed. His hands smooth over bare skin and he smiles softly before pulling his soulmate back to him for another, deeper kiss.

He could kiss his soulmate for hours and not tire. But they both have one specific need that has him press his hips up again after a while. "A-Xu." Just a breath against tempting lips. Then he smirks. "So. You have successfully stripped me. Now what?" As if he doesn't know.

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