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- ~x~shen qingqiu [au],
- ~x~wei wuxian [crau]
A New Platform [Intro Post October]
On the Train
The train continues its journey
"Good morning Voidtreckers, it is day sixteen of the month of Nebula. Points have been updated on the system."
With points updated, everyone can spend the morning shopping. Most people will be expecting the second announcement that comes a few hours later.
"Shortly arriving into a designated void platform. Exit from void in ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one." A lurch and a jolt and the windows fill with the fog that means they are at a platform.
The doors open. As usual, those who leave first notice nothing, walking silently, rucksacks on their backs, towards the barriers. Asch, Ayumi Uoshida, Cleopatra Selene, Della Duck, Ghost, Hanuel Min, Jaisyn Solo, Jonathan Sims, Martin Blackwood, Nie Huaisang, Vermouth; all pass across the platform, not looking back. And then they're gone, disappeared through the barriers and into the fog beyond.
But on the platform itself there are four new faces. Wearing hoodies, three in purple one orange, in various states of confusion.
For New Passengers
At first all they can see is steam billowing around them as they come to their senses. As their eyes adjust, they find themselves on a platform. The platform is relatively small, a brick wall behind them and cracked flagstones on the floor. It is cold, icy cold but the wall at least shelters them a little.
They are standing, in clothes that are not their own and a style they might not even recognise. They are carrying a rucksack on their back. For a moment it seems to just be them, alone on the foggy, freezing platform; then the fog begins to fade and they realise they aren’t alone.
The platform isn't large, but it is enough to hold the four figures scattered around, all facing the tracks, all dressed in cargo trousers and hoodies. Then there is a roaring sound and out of the fog arrives a train. Jet black with gold writing on the side. The Voidtrecker Express. There is a hiss as the doors slide open and out pours a strange assortment of people, over a hundred at least. Some are human, some are less so. Most are wearing the same hoodie in one of the four colours, red, orange, blue and purple, though some are sporting different clothes in a variety of styles.
Behind them, the doors close, and the train is cloaked in the same fog that hides the world beyond the platform.
The Train
After a short time, perhaps ten minutes or so, the fog clears and the doors hiss open again. Those from the train may encourage those on the platform to board. It’s not like there's anywhere else to go and even if there was, you feel a pull. A need to board, a feeling that staying on the platform would lead to something terrible. If that is not enough, there are plenty of people on the platform now, to encourage them onto the train.
Each ICP shows the same message and next to the screens there are stacks of leaflets written by those on the train, with further information (see
'Publications'). The store rooms have been restocked with fresh ingredients, including yadon tail, as well as all sundries.
For passengers that have bought items, these are also scattered around the luggage carriage in various suitcases and bags.
New passengers will find their ticket allows them into their cabins. In most rooms, the occupied beds are obvious, leaving the spotless, empty spaces for the newcomers. Room is tight but there are storage cubbies at the head of each bed, beds fold up and the bottom bunks double as benches for the small table. There is storage under those benches full of spare blankets and pillows.
Departure
A second horn sounds to encourage any stragglers taking advantage of the fresh air, and the doors slide shut. Veteran passengers know what will happen next, but they may wish to brief their new companions.
The train sets off, the fog obscuring the view again as it picks up speed.
"Welcome aboard, passengers of the Voidtrecker Express." A female-coded artificial sounding voice echoes throughout the train. "Please take the time to read the passenger information displayed on the Information and Communication points and familiarise yourself with the layout and emergency exits."
The train begins to tilt, leaving the ground and rising up into the fog-filled sky.
"Entrance into Voidspace imminent. New passengers are advised to remain seated. Entry into Voidspace in ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one."
A shudder, a jolt, a lurch to the left. A flash of light, colourful and blinding. As quick as it happens it is done. The train seems to steady itself. The fog from the windows is gone now, replaced with a kaleidoscope of ever-changing colours.
Welcome to the Void!
The train continues its journey
"Good morning Voidtreckers, it is day sixteen of the month of Nebula. Points have been updated on the system."
With points updated, everyone can spend the morning shopping. Most people will be expecting the second announcement that comes a few hours later.
"Shortly arriving into a designated void platform. Exit from void in ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one." A lurch and a jolt and the windows fill with the fog that means they are at a platform.
The doors open. As usual, those who leave first notice nothing, walking silently, rucksacks on their backs, towards the barriers. Asch, Ayumi Uoshida, Cleopatra Selene, Della Duck, Ghost, Hanuel Min, Jaisyn Solo, Jonathan Sims, Martin Blackwood, Nie Huaisang, Vermouth; all pass across the platform, not looking back. And then they're gone, disappeared through the barriers and into the fog beyond.
But on the platform itself there are four new faces. Wearing hoodies, three in purple one orange, in various states of confusion.
For New Passengers
At first all they can see is steam billowing around them as they come to their senses. As their eyes adjust, they find themselves on a platform. The platform is relatively small, a brick wall behind them and cracked flagstones on the floor. It is cold, icy cold but the wall at least shelters them a little.
They are standing, in clothes that are not their own and a style they might not even recognise. They are carrying a rucksack on their back. For a moment it seems to just be them, alone on the foggy, freezing platform; then the fog begins to fade and they realise they aren’t alone.
The platform isn't large, but it is enough to hold the four figures scattered around, all facing the tracks, all dressed in cargo trousers and hoodies. Then there is a roaring sound and out of the fog arrives a train. Jet black with gold writing on the side. The Voidtrecker Express. There is a hiss as the doors slide open and out pours a strange assortment of people, over a hundred at least. Some are human, some are less so. Most are wearing the same hoodie in one of the four colours, red, orange, blue and purple, though some are sporting different clothes in a variety of styles.
Behind them, the doors close, and the train is cloaked in the same fog that hides the world beyond the platform.
The Train
After a short time, perhaps ten minutes or so, the fog clears and the doors hiss open again. Those from the train may encourage those on the platform to board. It’s not like there's anywhere else to go and even if there was, you feel a pull. A need to board, a feeling that staying on the platform would lead to something terrible. If that is not enough, there are plenty of people on the platform now, to encourage them onto the train.
Each ICP shows the same message and next to the screens there are stacks of leaflets written by those on the train, with further information (see
'Publications'). The store rooms have been restocked with fresh ingredients, including yadon tail, as well as all sundries.
For passengers that have bought items, these are also scattered around the luggage carriage in various suitcases and bags.
New passengers will find their ticket allows them into their cabins. In most rooms, the occupied beds are obvious, leaving the spotless, empty spaces for the newcomers. Room is tight but there are storage cubbies at the head of each bed, beds fold up and the bottom bunks double as benches for the small table. There is storage under those benches full of spare blankets and pillows.
Departure
A second horn sounds to encourage any stragglers taking advantage of the fresh air, and the doors slide shut. Veteran passengers know what will happen next, but they may wish to brief their new companions.
The train sets off, the fog obscuring the view again as it picks up speed.
"Welcome aboard, passengers of the Voidtrecker Express." A female-coded artificial sounding voice echoes throughout the train. "Please take the time to read the passenger information displayed on the Information and Communication points and familiarise yourself with the layout and emergency exits."
The train begins to tilt, leaving the ground and rising up into the fog-filled sky.
"Entrance into Voidspace imminent. New passengers are advised to remain seated. Entry into Voidspace in ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one."
A shudder, a jolt, a lurch to the left. A flash of light, colourful and blinding. As quick as it happens it is done. The train seems to steady itself. The fog from the windows is gone now, replaced with a kaleidoscope of ever-changing colours.
Welcome to the Void!
there are two kinds of moods with Jin Ling and it shows with both Sizhui and Jingyi XD. indeed!
Of course, there's some silent chatter but nothing that Sizhui can hear right now. Yes, it will be terrifying experience. Jin Ling basically has that happened, and the person he pulled out of the water, was his dead father. It definitely was and experience of some kind. One of which Jin Ling can never explain without sounding like he's a little crazy.
Jin Ling is a little surprised when she bunts against his palm, but his expression softens just enough that he continues to give her the light affection. (Albeit a big awkwardly, since, he's rather used to just petting Fairy.) She's definitely some kind of rare creature of some kind. He finds her really intriguing and unfortunate, that he will not know what her race is. Though, whatever Sizhui tells him, he'll probably believe it.
Satisfied with that response, he goes back to being distracted by the small Xixue for a moment longer. There definitely is more important things to discuss. Jin Ling also knows he can't keep things from people for a long period of time. Especially, after how indiscreetly that youkai decided to speak to Sizhui. ]
If you want to call it interesting. [ He sighs. ] What do mean? Aside the hearing, I can see better in the dark and physically, I'm stronger than usual.
[ He knows that the youkai makes him physically more durable and he can also use-- fire... He supposed that's worth mentioning either. ]
And this, I guess.
[ He stops petting Xixue, and steps back, flicking his fingers briefly. A clear red flame sort of forms at the tips of his fingers, where he flicked. ]
a brat and then less of a brat wahaha
to be frank, even if he could hear them talking right now, he'd likely still be too distracted... which isn't necessarily a bad thing when it's good for jin ling and the whole taking things at his own pace.
it's fair that he's surprised by her immediate attention-seeking gesture, but xixue's a vulpix who knows what she wants and attention is definitely one of those things. she does shift around until she's sitting near jin ling's leg, close enough that she can lift up on her hind legs and plant a single paw on his knee. any awkwardness aside (which xixue wouldn't care about anyway), the many-tailed creature tilts her head, examining jin ling with those large eyes, like she's attempting to peer into his soul. calling her a fox will do fine for now, although sizhui's certain a-qing shall return one day.
also, if not ‘interesting,’ then what would he call it? invasive, yes, that's for damn sure, but it would've been stating the obvious.] Night-vision would be convenient, most definitely... but is it like super-strength? [something else helpful so long as jin ling's got the ability to control it.] Not that it's not convenient as well, of course, just that strength isn't something entirely new to us like seeing in the dark.
Hmmm? [a bit long-drawn-out than he means but he does momentarily stop petting fairy to glance up, eyes widening whenever fire alights jin ling's fingertips.
he blinks once, twice, mouth falling open in a soft oh! whereas xixue shies away slightly from the heat.] Goodness, that seems like an advantageous ability to have when fire might be necessary.
excuse you !!! >__> that is not true! lol
Jin Ling is confused of course, by her gesture and movements. He isn't sure what she wants from him and the teen is having a hard time figuring it out. If it is Fairy, he will be able to figure it out sooner than later. Since, it's Xixue, he's not sure at all. He does end up watching her attempt to put a paw on his knees. Does she want to be picked up? She seems like she wants something. He takes a breath, before slowly picking up the small nine tailed creature and examines her with curious eyes. She's very petite, delicate. She's also very soft.
He seems to be very much intrigued, swishing tail and twitching ears, while his free hand is messing around with the flames that's sort of dancing around his fingers. He keeps the fire at a good distance from the small creature he's sort of cradled into his lap. ]
I guess it's easier to see where I'm going or defend against an attack. I'm not sure it's something like super strength. I can take on heavier things but not necessarily something huge.
[ After all, his body is pretty human, minus the demon soul. It's hard to determine, honestly. ] It's not as special as it sounds.
[ He mutters again. The wolf snorts loud enough for Sizhui to hear. ]
It's probably the easiest to manage. I could use it with Suihua. [ not that he can now, sword less and all but he'll figure it out. ]
Anyway, that's all I have to say. You're taking this a lot calmer than I thought.
[ Normally someone will be yelling at him in confusion or something at this point. Sizhui is not. He appreciates that, even if he can't say it aloud. ]
r u sure tho... squints
xixue's patient while jin ling takes whatever time he needs to figure out: yes, she wants to be lifted, and once he ultimately gives in, she tucks against his shoulder after he's holding her, both paws underneath her chin, eyes shut. she might also feel a bit cold to the touch but at least she's not exhaling snowflakes anywhere on jin ling. her many tails are settled draped over jin ling's arm, far out of reach of the flames, though she has no other reaction toward his fire abilities.
seriously, if jin ling keeps moving those appendages, sizhui is gonna end up getting caught staring . . . lucky for him, he's eyeing xixue now and rubbing down along fairy's back, stopping just short of its haunches.] Both of those things are important. [he downcasts afterward, grinning outright, leaning a little so he can brush his fingertips over fairy's tail then pull back to start the head-to-tail petting process again.
he would've inquired more about jin ling's powers, but given his remark, perhaps he ought to wait to ask later and address why he's so carefree.] Ah, that's because I'm used to the train with its shenanigans. [and by ‘shenanigans,’ he means a good handful of things, but alternate universe friends are the most important here.] Once you've met another version of yourself – or different ones of a couple people you know! – well, it's hard to be surprised by much of anything anymore...
[losing his cool on someone for something that's not their fault isn't lan sizhui's way of handling things, regardless of how distressful it may be. jin ling needn't say anything aloud for the other boy to understand; it wouldn't be at all surprising to find out that jin ling's appreciative.]
Do you believe I should be handling it differently?
i am .... really sure. so sure.
Though, he really has nothing to hide and all the silliness aside. Xixue is basically winning him over with her cute exterior and large eyes. He's completely smitten by her appearance. It doesn't help that he has a soft spot for any types of animals in general. The cats that he helped back in Hakagemachi bullied him because he can't get rid of them and now Xixue, pawing cutely at him until she's succeeded.
She seems pleased with herself and Jin Ling is fine with that. He lets the flames fan out in a minute, shrugging as he does. The wolf only chuckles at his dilemma. Yes, he's aware he's kind of a push over with small creatures like Xixue and dogs like Fairy. Fairy is having the time of its life too, soft happy yelps from Fairy along with a lot of pressing for those pets. It's quite a sizable dog, so it makes more room to pet from Sizhui. Of course, it doesn't look like it's stopping anytime soon either. Eventually, Fairy knows it will need to stop. For now, it's going to enjoy the attention, since it's master is now focused on the nine tailed creature.
Jin Ling can't blame Sizhui for being distracted by his ears and tail. Because, these things express how he truly feels and it's hard to stop them. He chooses to just ignore them and any stares (if there are any in the future. He's focusing on the conversation more than anything. ]
That's right. They both are.
[ He nods his head and raises a brow, but not really when Sizhui mentions that he is used to it. That makes sense. Though, he honestly isn't expecting Sizhui to lose his mind over these things either. As far as he knows, Sizhui has always been relatively calm about a lot of things. It's very rare that Jin Ling sees Sizhui upset. At least, not the way he and Jingyi are. ]
I heard there are different versions of people I know here-- and I guess I kind of get it.
[ That explains a lot too. It's the same for Jin Ling. He's taking a lot of this very-- well for the lack of better words. ]
N-No! It's better that you aren't overreacting.....
[ He trails off, looking away, ears flattening a bit. ]
Any--way... do you know what she is? She reminds me of... a fox? Does she have a name?
[ He slowly points to Xixue with his free hand, while letting her comfortably sit in his arm. ]
lmfghfjdgh okay i will take your word for it 😌
bullycoax jin ling into a friendship. as it stands, fairy seems content to accept lan sizhui's friendship without hesitation, even though that's likely because he's got those real good pets. the quiet, excited yips only encourage sizhui further, making him giggle, shift his hands and scratch underneath fairy's chin with the left. his other one continues its full-bodied petting, sometimes pausing at the ears to give extra rubs.were he not currently engaged in conversation with jin ling, he very well might've hugged fairy, maybe even hoisted her into his arms and held her for a while, but no need to create unnecessary interference. (yet—) gosh though, it's still odd hearing another voice that doesn't belong to either of them once those flames go out.
the small nine-tailed fox has made herself rather comfortable in jin ling's arms, unfazed by anything going on around her, content to stay curled against his shoulder despite his shrug. there's nothing wrong with them – yes, them, as sizhui's just as bad – being pushovers for animals; they're good and deserve the best things, especially two that are so well-behaved (for the most part, anyway). while he's giving fairy affection, sizhui can't resist leaning in when she briefly sits still and he bumps their heads together, his smile somehow broadening, except he makes certain to close his mouth before fairy decides to start licking his face, whining like she's desperate for more attention.] Silly dog, [comes a soft tease after he's pulled up somewhat.] I only have two hands to pet you with! [that doesn't stop him from taking the spirit beast's muzzle into his hands, gently holding it steady so he can kiss the top of its head, right between those happy ears.
then his gaze turns jin ling's direction again, he straightens further, letting fairy raise a paw to rest on his shoulder, right hand returning to petting while it's licking the opposite.] Mmhmm.
[should he perhaps mention that he knows other people with animal appendages? he could... but there's a good chance he'll meet fox wei wuxian and dragon lan jingyi, the former of which will be far more familiar to jin ling.]
At least you are more accepting of the idea than some people aboard the train.
[right now, he doesn't know if there is anyone who doesn't believe the whole ‘alternate universes’ thing after having it pretty much confirmed, but he can imagine there are a few who might still doubt. sizhui softens faintly, gladdened nevertheless, though with slightly less enthusiasm.] Good to know. [since he much prefers being calm about things.
his eyes momentarily lift to jin ling's ears then he's glancing back down, an ahhh of contemplation coming before he answers (regardless of having already decided for himself),] I've just been saying she's a fox, as I don't know her actual species, and I cannot recall A-Qing ever saying it. [a beat] She and I have both referred to her as ‘spirit beast’ too. [another amused chuckle and he adds,] But her actual name is ‘Xixue.’ [followed by the softest trill from said fox, like she's confirming what sizhui's told jin ling.]
lol brb jin ling screaming to the distance. XD
He only can recall the man’s face. He had happily called him ‘a-die,’ and never stopped. Jin Zixuan was Jin Zixuan, despite the differences. It’s how he feels about the idea of multiple people. It might not be completely the same, but he can’t imagine reacting any other way. There are bizarre things in the world, and questioning and losing his mind over it doesn’t seem practical. There is always something more important to be concerned with.
He hesitates—frowning a bit before replying to Sizhui. Only because, he knows Sizhui won’t think he’s completely nuts. ]
A-di—my father—he was in that place I was stuck in. [ He paused. ] He’s was the same person but he felt different but the air around him is the same. If something like that can happen there, then what's the difference here if you're telling me that?
[ He doesn’t give too many details but at least he can explain why he is taking this all so calmly. Outside of Wei Wuxian, whom he ran into prior, Sizhui was the second person he’s talked to about it. ]
A—fox? She does seem like one. She has-- [ He counts to make sure.] nine tails-- A-Qing? [ Well, that’s a name he wasn’t expecting to hear but he isn’t surprised. ] It sounds like she is if you ask me. She doesn’t look like a regular fox and there’s something different about her compared to most animals.
[ He tilts his head. ]
Xixue huh?
[ Jin Ling turns to look at her as she confirms her name. What a character she is. ]
is this because there are cute animals everywhere...
there is also most definitely the fact there are far more significant things they should concern themselves with.
sizhui arches an eyebrow, tilts his head, hums contemplatively despite already mostly understanding what jin ling's explaining; wherever he was before here (the same place sizhui's imagining he got his cute wolf ears and tail), jin ling encountered his father-not-father in that other place and accepted him, regardless of their differences. so, there's no saying they can't do the same either, huh?] I cannot speak for other people outrightly, just admit from what I've witnessed, some of them aren't as accepting of the idea that there are other... versions of ourselves.
[a shrug. he can't explain it any other way and, even though he's hoped they could one day come to terms with it, he's always seen otherwise or heard people talk about how they wish they could leave. (he does too, he's just accepted they don't have a choice.)]
Haah, nine? Has she grown a few extra...?! [don't mind him, rolling with whatever's available to gently tease jin ling. sizhui knows because he's taken each fluffy tail and carefully brushed them out during groom-time, so it's not jin ling's fault if he's having trouble figuring out how many xixue's got.] And yes, for a little while, A-Qing was aboard the train. [long enough to get herself adopted – even properly! – by a whole lot of people.] Her similarities are why I simply call her a ‘fox,’ but you are correct, there are differences that I've no explanation for. [maybe he'll ask once a-qing comes back since she ought to know her own spirit beast better.]
That's right, [he affirms, redirecting his attention to fairy after jin ling looks away.] Quite fitting, given her abilities.
gdsgshks there's a possible chance that there is yeah maybe.
He frowns, but nods to Sizhui's words. He's aware that not many will be accepting of knowing that there are other versions of themselves. If he were anything like his past self, he might be fighting a version of himself for a place and for proof that he is the better of the two, or three-- or however many there will be of him. It's not an easy thing to adjust to. He gets that but he honestly still thinks there are far more important things to worry about. He doesn't voice much of his thoughts aloud, since he doesn't want to really argue with the one person he's gotten to have a decent conversation with. ]
Since you put it that way, yeah I guess not. If it were someone coming from where they came from, and not experiencing weird things, they will definitely not be happy with seeing another version of themselves. It's not like I don't think it's still weird or anything. It's just -- not such a big deal.
[ He shrugs, playing with Xixue still. The little creature has honestly won his heart faster than he originally thought. She's cute and very soft. She's also really calm. It's strangely relaxing, much like when he's hugging or petting Fairy. Jin Ling's a little distracted to realize he said something incorrectly. Something that may not be easily let go at this point. His face immediately flares up in embarrassment when he realizes the tails he count at this point are wrong and Sizhui is now teasing him. ]
I t-thought I saw nine! It's not my fault her tails all blend in--t-together and everything!
[ Ah there it is, his sputtering response to that statement. He really hasn't changed much. He looks at her again and realizes yes, she does indeed have less tails than he counted. This is embarrassing but what can he do at this point?! He just huffs for the rest of the statement and tries to redirect the conversation away from his little slip up. ]
What are her abilities?
it's completely, 100% fair, they're super adorable animals after all
so far, from what he's seen, there haven't been more than three at a time, but who's to say the train wasn't simply taking a break? while sizhui's not able to say for sure, that doesn't mean he's doubting the train's abilities to collect whomever it wants from wherever they might be. as it stands right now, this jin ling is the only one he's interested in, given the awkwardness he'd experienced with the other before him (and the lost friendship of another before that). regardless, jin ling needn't worry about fighting to find his place after he'll undoubtedly make it.]
Mmhmm, [he nods.] It doesn't need to be a big deal either, given where we are, and yet. [sometimes it's a big thing, other times it's not. he isn't too fussed by it whenever it meant meeting and befriending himself, deciding without hesitation they were brothers despite their differences.
sizhui's adjusting his position, gingerly kneading fairy's ears a final time before moving so he's upright, left hand staying nearby enough where the dog can bump against his fingers. give it time, xixue will show her spunky side, she's just far more comfortable being cradled and buried against jin ling's shoulder, likely napping with how still she is. following jin ling's flustered reaction, he half-grins, raises his free hand to cup around his mouth and smothers his already soft laughter; it's hard to not be pleased by his successfully poking fun at his fellow junior.] No, no, you're right though. Sometimes it's difficult to tell how many tails she has... I'm just used to them, that's all. [a beat, his hand lowering and the smallest smile settling into place.] And you will eventually get used to them too.
[like jin ling's got no say in it: it'll happen since the lan disciple's decided. for the moment, at least he's got jin ling's question to focus on.]
Her abilities? Ah, hmmm. I suppose the one thing I know for certain is that she can control ice.
the cutest animals. i hope fairy and xixue will be come friends XD
To Jin Ling, it's much better to make a place for himself, definitely. He doesn't find any joy in fighting other versions of himself. It's going to be a pointless fight and in the end, no one will win. He will certainly make his own impact somehow. He'll make sure of it. Sizhui doesn't have to worry too much. After all, sometimes Jin Ling is brimming with arrogance. ]
Exactly. Just imagine if everyone just started freaking out! It's completely counterproductive.
[ He agrees. Fairy is definitely enjoying the time of its life. There's nothing that can stop Fairy from getting the attention and the pets. After all, Fairy's master is preoccupied with a petite creature. After that statement, Jin Ling only huffs in embarrassment for the point out. His face is still a little red from the initial reaction. He just ignores the teasing to the best of his abilities and pays more attention to Xixue instead. At least, she seems comfortable and not judging him. He can't even imagine her being spunky. She seems extremely peaceful at the moment, if not for the amount of attention she wants from him. ]
E-Exactly! I just met her! How am I supposed to know what all her tails look like!!
[ He's not really defending himself well, but he's trying. ]
I-Ice?! She won't-- like suddenly freeze me or something right?
[ You know-- fire wolf demon possessed teen here... ]
ME TOO..... even if sizhui will be giving her back to a-qing after she returns
toward jin ling's declaration, he nods and,] Also correct, [then his unoccupied hand gestures vaguely.] I'm much happier appreciating that people work together rather than not, because everyone doing the opposite would be too chaotic.
[fairy, as always, is such a sweet pup accepting all the attention sizhui's giving so freely. he'd offer more if he possessed extra hands, but much to his dismay, he doesn't, so fairy will simply have to live with ear-rubbing right now while he chats with jin ling. though it's difficult to ignore, sizhui keeps his gaze focused on jin ling's face, still smiling, like he's oblivious to the other male's flustered demeanor regardless of how blatant that huff was.] You aren't. [it's plain-spoken, yet softened by sizhui's following comment:] That fault is on me, so I apologize. [but he's sticking with his earlier ‘you'll get used to them’ statement.]
And no, she won't attack you unless provoked.
[neither of them knows, xixue's got a weakness to fire, meaning she should worry about jin ling rather than the other way around; lan sizhui can make the assumption himself, even if he also thinks she could harm jin ling too.
she won't, however, taking her currently relaxed position into account, and it's not like jin ling's threatening whatsoever.] The worst thing you might get at the moment is snowflakes in your hair and those melt pretty quickly.
That is fine, he can maybe... be friends with A-Qing >_>; hahahaah lololol but yis
He'll just have have to wing it to the best of his abilities and move forward with it. He will be happy to have his father in his life regardless. ]
It would be pointless if there's just nothing but chaos.
[ Given a lot of things are still fresh on his mind, he can definitely appreciate Sizhui's agreement to his statement prior. Fairy is Fairy! The spiritual companion is always happy to see its master getting along with people and not have to deal with hostilities. While, this Sizhui has a slightly different scent and such, Fairy can still tell he's not a bad person. Of course, this spoilage might push Fairy to find the other more often than not for pets and such. There's nothing but happy barks and yelps from Fairy, not even minding their conversation at the moment. ]
Tch'-- I didn't ask for an apology.
[ He huffs a response. He's not even mad, honestly, just covering up his embarrassment by complaining about meaningless things. ]
Good to know. I'd rather not be turned to an icicle or something.
[ He also still very much likes her, so it's great if he can carry and pet her without freezing into a block of ice. He's grateful for that reassurance. ] Snowflakes aren't a big deal...Anyway.
[ Jin Ling pets Xixue quietly before continuing. ]
What else should I be aware of that-- isn't just the basics?
he can do it, we believe in him!!
nothing would come from everyone losing their wits, this is mutually agreed upon, which is why another quick head-bob toward jin ling's concurrence should suffice.
it's also exactly why lan sizhui lets himself be distracted by fairy once again, his attention downcasted, a light smile upturning his lips at the edges when the spirit beast yips and yelps excitedly about all this attention it's receiving. given how long it has been since he's actually seen fairy, he has no qualms whatsoever petting until the creature's content, even if it means reaching his other hand over and rubbing his fingers through the thick fur along fairy's back. he does spare an upward glance just long enough that his eyebrows lift with inquisitiveness at jin ling's remark, but he's looking away again afterward, unable to keep from smirking slightly wider.] I know, I'm giving you one anyhow.
[if jin ling doesn't like it, well... that's too bad! he feels somewhat ashamed, flustering jin ling like that, so he's apologizing regardless. the favor he'll do for his fellow junior is not lingering on it longer than necessary and embarrassing him further.
sizhui offers a mm of approval, scritches fairy's ears again, tilts his head sideways to spare jin ling's hair the briefest look before straightening. no snowflakes and xixue even nuzzles into the petting after jin ling gives it, trilling softly, sleepily.] Well, if you don't mind walking around for a while, I could fill you in on whatever you have questions about. [although he's not waiting for an answer, already turning about-face and averting his gaze down the corridor opposite of where they are.]
I'm willing to bet both of our spirit beasts could use the exercise too.
yes yes he can do it.. maybe! We can totally end the thread in the next tag if you want or rn!
Yes. It took a lot of effort, but Jin Ling seems pleased with the results at the moment. He doesn't feel like it's necessary to stay mad at someone when there were so many conspiracies surrounding his family.
Fairy seems to be enjoying herself very much and yes she's happy for all the attention and love. All the happy barks for Sizhui! Jin Ling is also trying to not roll his eyes at her excitement and at Sizhui for saying he's apologizing anyway. ]
--And I'm saying you don't need to.
[ A small huff and puff of his face for that statement. He definitely doesn't like it. He just continues to pet Xixue to relieve his agitation but careful that he's not hurting her at the same time. ]
That's-- fine. If it's easier that way, then let's do it...
[ He pauses looking at his spiritual companion and then back to Xixiue. He then gives Sizhui a look. The two animals seem like they can use some work out. He nods his head. ]
I should-- find something for Fairy to eat.
[ Since, he hasn't found her anything as of recent. ]
*maybe* haha but yeah i think we can call this one finished now
thank goodness fairy's here or else this argument would go on and on! for now, lan sizhui relinquishes, shaking his head then leaning down to peck the spot between fairy's ears, murmuring.] Okay, Fairy, time to get up. [though he doesn't wait for her, sizhui simply moves his hands underneath her big ol' head instead, lifts and moves upright, shifting as necessary to keep holding her chin.
xixue wiggles a little at the sound of her owner's voice, turning to briefly look over, but other than that, she seems undisturbed by the more vigorous petting.]
Then the kitchen is our first stop, clearly. We can't tour this whole train with empty stomachs!
[he does cast xixue a look but will ultimately leave it up to jin ling if he wants to continue carrying her around; it's not like she weighs too much and, given those huge puppy-dog eyes, she's almost impossible to deny.] Follow me, [comes after his left hand gestures.] We have lots of food to choose from.
[and he'll lead down the corridor, guiding them in the direction they will have to go in order to collect food for fairy, which will actually leave them near the front, so hey, that worked out rather well!]