#🐉 v: dragon of the mountains [genshin]

[draconicfool]

"'Luc..? Hey...hey 'Luc, wake up..." Eros has perched himself on the other's chest. Staring down at him as the early morning light comes in through the blinds. His head tilted slightly as he stares down at him. Tail wagging gently. A little nudge now as he tries to rouse the taller male once more.

"...I tried to use what the maids have called 'the stove top' and I think I burned something...please wake up...'Luc..?"

@protectivemuses || sc.

[draconicfool]

"Mm, yeah, humans can't do that huh? I forget that sometimes." He mumbled, tail coiling around his leg as he just laid there.

The world was ever changing, this he knew to be true. Even on a day to day things could be different. A flower blooming one day could be wilting the next. And how beautiful that was, really. That there was never any certainty. But therein lied the scary part. Nothing was the same ever, really. Even just moment to moment. But he hadn't gotten to see those little changes. Everything was changing so suddenly given how long she'd been asleep. Everyone and everything she'd known was different or it was gone. And how unfair that part was.

"I don't like it, not really." Shoi-Ming says quietly, closing their hand before letting it drop back to their side. At least the animals were the same. Or similar enough that it made him curious. That at least was something he could take comfort in.

"Ah...I was intrigued, yes." Yuji laughs out as he nods, "I don't get to see that everyday. I knew dragons existed but it's a first that I saw a small transformation like that." He adds as he lays back against the dirt now, his hands behind his head.

Listening to Shoi-Ming, he glances to him, staring gently. He doesn't know a lot about Liyue but he's heard some stories about adepti from his father when he took long trips to Liyue. He was very curious about them. But hearing the smaller male speak, he looks down softly, humming in thought before shutting his eyes,

"That's true. New things. Change. It is scary." He agrees as he sighs, his eyes opening to look back to Shoi-Ming, smiling softly,

"but it's how the world works. The world changes every day. Who knows what to expect the next day. Or even the next decade...I don't know your story, but now that you've woken up, you can see how beautiful the world changes, yeah. It's as people say: live life to the fullest."

[draconicfool]

@protectivemuses asked: i want you to run, okay? run and don't look back. / Diluc protecting the bae

"But- but what about you?" The Sovereign was all but pulling him to come with. Even if he was holding his side with one hand. Trying to stop the blood that was slicking his darkened fingers. "I'm scared- don't go-. Please don't go-."

DRAMATIC & PROTECTIVE RELATIONSHIP PROMPTS || accepting

[draconicfool]

"Pssst...pssst... Itto? Are you awake?"

Shoi-Ming shifted slightly how they were laying on his chest. A little whine rumbling in his throat as he brushed part of his beloved's hair back. Tail brushing absently against his skin as he started pouting.

"Hey- psssst. You should wake up- um- Itto? Hey?"

The Sovereign shifted now, sitting up in his lap and rolling his hips. Nails absently kneading into his chest. He just wanted the other's attention- but he'd maybe made his own issue worse.

@crimsononiarataki || zane is never free of me

[draconicfool]

"Yuji!" How quickly he's jumped onto the other man's back. Giggling as his tail wags. Reaching to wrap his arms over his shoulders. "Hi! Hi! I missed you!"

@lairofmuses || i lost the sc

[draconicfool]

Eros tilted his head thoughtfully at the other's words. While he didn't fully understand a lot of things, he did at least understand the sentiment that Zhongli was explaining to him. It had been something rather similar to what he recalled his mother speaking of with Miss Apep a rather long time ago. "I see...like how- when I got bigger I was supposed to um- do more important stuff? But I don't think I ever got to get much bigger." No, his true form was much larger than it had been in those days. Smaller for a Sovereign, surely, but larger than what one would expect given his tiny form. "We match then! You and me we can be very old together, yes." Even if he still didn't quite understand just how old he was now. At the very least he had someone he could learn from and find a comfort in. That was nice at least. That he could also find a companion who was as attuned to the earth as the little Sovereign was felt particularly lucky.

"I can get even more clothes?! Oh, yay! I promise I'll be super duper careful with everything, too. I won't rip it or get it dirty- well... I might get it dirty, I like to chase after the frogs, you know. They're very slippery." When the other patted his head, Eros stopped for a moment. And on instinct he nuzzled up against the touch before they kept walking. Giggling all the while as they went. "Oh- wait...that sounds very silly to me, though. Why should I need a little bauble to show that I can manipulate the powers of the earth?" Though, he tilted his head and thought it over a bit more. "Are the humans um- afraid if they see things like that? I don't want to scare them...so maybe I should get a glass bauble too."

The old archon's expression turned into an even more thoughtful one. Ever since he'd taken the necessary steps towards his retirement, and to help Liyue enter into a new age of independence, he often thought about what had lead to his decision, and wondered what the future might bring. He had never regretted it, but the entire affair was connected with many emotions for him, still. "To linger on the example of birds for a moment... the people of Liyue, too, needed to spread their wings and leave the nest one day. To always rely on the safety of a single god's leadership and protection can lead to stagnation. They need to trust in themselves and each other to step into the future." A soft, wistful smile graced his features. "And besides, I have lived a long, long life in the service of this nation. There must be a time to rest and enjoy the fruits of my labor." Talk of erosion could wait, at least for now. Zhongli still felt in perfectly good health, both mentally and physically. He was sure he would have many good centuries ahead of him yet.

"... of course. I would be a terrible teacher if I neglected your physical needs as well as your intellectual ones. We will acquire an appropriate wardrobe for you in due time, so you can pick and choose what you'd like to wear once you have an understanding of today's fashion." He found himself unable to resist patting Eros on the head. How small he was. Every dragon he had met before had kept a human form that towered over others, be it out of instinct or simply the habit of looking down. "Ah, speaking of manipulating the earth... it would be wise to be careful with who you display your power in front of." He did a half-turn amidst his walking, his coat swishing slightly around his legs. "Do you see the glass bauble at my back? I wear it to fool people into believing it's where my elemental abilities come from. It allows me to pass as a human."

[draconicfool]

@lairofmuses asked: Yuji would just hold up a Naku weed near Shoi-Ming, tilting his head and comparing them, seeing almost a color resemblance, which put a small smile on his face, "Yeah. Perfect. I think this suits you, Shoi-Ming." He says softly, tilting his head.

It was obvious that she hadn't been paying attention at first, looking up and blinking at him. Confused, head tilting now. What had she been distracted with? Anybody's guess, honestly. "Suits me..? I don't think I get it...what is that, Yuji?"

unprompted <3

[draconicfool]

She's on the trail of a lizard. And just when she thinks she's about to get it, she pounces! But not onto the lizard- onto a person. "Um-! Sorry- I gotta- get that!"

[draconicfool]

@crimsononiarataki asked: He's just biting Eros. No reason for it. The Oni just felt like biting the other. Perhaps he wanted a bit of attention? Well only he'd know.

"Ittoooo~." The whine is, of course, faked. Not that he can particularly feel the bite. He just nuzzles eagerly against the affection once Itto lets him go. Tail wagging absently all the while. Reaching up to wrap arms around the other's shoulders happily.

"Hello~. How was my Oni's trip, hm? Very good?"

unprompted <3

[draconicfool]

It's like he knows this fact. That despite himself Nikita'ain is more than alright with this. And it brings a grin to the features of the smaller. Though, he seems to know better than to say anything. Tail simply wagging as it lets go of the elder's. Resting there against his shoulder happily.

How long has it been since he's gotten to share affections like this? It feels nice to have someone he can be like this with, even just a little bit. Even just sharing warmth. Warm- when was the last time that he felt this warm? Certainly it had been- longer than he can even remember, actually.

Something about that makes his heart feel lighter.

"Good! Cuz I am! And then you'll go, you'll go 'wow Eros is so very cool'! And I'll go 'I know' cuz I did." He giggles, reaching up to boop the other's nose. Grinning all the while, as if he's told one of the best jokes. He feels like he has, really.

( 🧊 )      MY MY . . WAS the smaller former sovereign sick ? he was acting so different than his usual hyperactive and exhausting self -- if this was what he was like normally or . . subdued he supposed he could get used to it. to him. perhaps even allow him to stay close and for longer than usual.

HE FLARED HIS nostrils at the affection given , not so much used to it after so long in captivity and being poked or prodded for nearly over a century. he didn't mind this though -- felt nice. warm. even if neither of them had anything to do with pyro whatsoever . .

HE CAN FEEL himself coming around to the younger , which annoys him just the tiniest bit.

HE SIGHS AS he noses at eros's cheek with a roll of his eyes. ❝ I BELIEVE YOU. one day you'll be strong --- perhaps stronger than i . . maybe not taller but surely stronger ❞ he muses , gently teasing as he chuffs out in an amused air as his tail swished behind him after falling away from being wrapped 'round the others.

[draconicfool]

For their little game of chase, Shoi-Ming found himself rather happy he'd forgone his boots and his usual hanfu he wore. To find himself running along the coast with Itto not far behind while wearing what basically amounted to an oversized sweater. That he could actual keep some sort of pace even with their height difference.

And the laugh that escaped him when the Oni picked him up...it was almost akin to an excited child. His tail wagging eagerly as he tried to wriggle from the man's grasp. Even if he truthfully didn't want to be put down.

"Ah-! Alright, alright~! You've caught me~!"

@crimsononiarataki || c.

[draconicfool]

Perhaps it was a bit egotistical to say, but truly that was how she felt. Hands on her hips as she looked up at the other. Not that he'd said it, but hearing it mere moments ago had more or less soured her mood. And rambling aloud seemed to get that frustration out. Even if it came with the consequence of attracting a listener.

"My mother says that there is beauty in all things. But with that being the case...I feel as though I deserve something a little more."

Maybe that was the pride that came with being what Shoi-Ming was. Something she couldn't really shake even when she may try to. Even with how often she could find herself resting in random places. But even a dragon slumbering beneath a tree should be more than beautiful. Such a sight was, after all, very uncommon to find. Or, she supposed it must have been. There weren't many of them left. Least of all the Sovereigns. So- yes, beautiful was simply too little for her!

"My name- is Lài Shoi-Ming. I call the country now known as Liyue, my home."

@crimsononiarataki || c.

[draconicfool]

@lairofmuses asked: Yuji is just gonna scoop up the small Sovereign in his arms, staring at him and gently as he holds the other bridal style. "Got you ." He says with a gentle smile, blushing gently

"Got me." He purrs in response, rubbing under the other's chin as his arms wrap loosely around the other's neck. Head tilting as his tail begins to wag. Usually excitable tone soft for once. "Hi, Yuji..~."

[draconicfool]

@muses-of-teyvat asked: An arrow wreathed in the power of hydro whips past the small sovereign's head, embedding itself in the eye of the towering lawachurl that had just been poised to attack. The electro around its body reacts in sizzling arcs as it cries out and falls. "That was a close one!" Hopping off a nearby rock, Ajax lazily twirls his bow before tucking it away. "You know, you shouldn't be wandering around in their territory. They've started putting up road signs to warn people off." (boy delivery from you know who)

The sound of the arrow whizzing past had barely even caught his attention at first. Not until he heard the sound of the lawachurl groaning before its subsequent collapse. And the little Sovereign would look up and around. Locking eyes with the stranger as he tilted his head. "Huh? Territory?" He stood up now, holding the small lizard he'd found in his hands.

"I can't read." Simple and easy enough. Whether it be an actual sign that most people could decipher or not. He really hadn't been paying attention. He'd just been following a butterfly and then from there he'd found a lizard. The weird creatures that had bothered him on the way were just- well, they were just that. Weird creatures. And they stopped as soon as he'd wandered far enough past them, so why worry over it?

"Did you shoot that thingy? The big one? He was sleeping when I came over here..."

i prompted this <3

[draconicfool]

@protectivemuses asked: ❛  i'll always be here for you, no matter what. just please don't shut me out.  ❜ /from diluc

There's a whimper that escapes the former Sovereign of Geo as he holds his hands to his eyes. Shaking his head violently despite this. Scrambling back. The taste of Diluc's blood still on his tongue. How had that happened? What had driven him to bite like that? And why...why was Diluc not upset with him?

"Hurt you- I hurt you very badly-. It- I need- I need to go away again- I do-."

emotional damage || accepting

[draconicfool]

He'd already been starting to pull one of the many frogs from his pocket by the time the other started speaking again. Clearly not paying attention until the other pulled that fruit out. His head tilting as he held onto the creature in his hands. A step forward taken as if he needed to investigate if further first.

"A local delica- delic...I'm not gonna say that." He just couldn't get the word to form correctly in his mouth and it was annoying. Amethyst eyes glance up at him, then down at the frog. Then back up. "What is it?"

Hmm, much like a child, it seemed their attention was being being pulled in another direction all too soon for his likings too - he may need to think on something that might grab their attention - though their own claims certainly grab his. Hear the earth cry? He'd only heard such nonsense from Columbina before - and who knew how much of her drivel could be trusted. "I see. Something akin to your natural abilities would be a rather foolish thing to take, that I would agree", he placed the vials away again, pulling out instead what appeared to be a small fruit, "Then allow me to simply suggest a local delicacy"