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Could I request the Astral Express trio (you can choose Stelle or Caelus) with a reader (GN) who is also a member of the Express who is like an older sibling? Reprimanding them when they get hurt, or comforting them when they're upset?
No One is Alone
Summary: Life aboard the Astral Express isn't just about fighting enemies or exploring new worlds—it's also about looking out for each other. As the team's older sibling figure, you take it upon yourself to reprimand Dan Heng and Stelle after they return from a mission injured. Through scolding, comforting, and heartfelt conversations, you remind them that they're part of a team and don't have to face their struggles alone.
Tags: Astral Express Trio x Reader, Platonic, Found Family, Hurt/Comfort, Sibling Dynamics, GN!Reader, Protective!Reader, Team Bonding, Angst with a Happy Ending.
Warnings: Mentions of injuries (non-graphic), Mild guilt/self-blame themes, Emotional vulnerability and introspection.
The hum of the Astral Express filled the air, a comforting backdrop to life aboard the interstellar train. You sat in the lounge, scanning over a datapad while keeping half an ear tuned to the faint commotion from the infirmary. It was a sound you'd become all too familiar with since joining the crew.
Dan Heng and Stelle—recovering from yet another scrape they shouldn't have gotten into.
The infirmary door swished open, and March peeked out, her expression torn between amusement and sympathy. "They're ready for the scolding..." she chirped.
You sighed, setting your datapad aside. Rising to your feet, you felt the weight of your role—neither a fighter nor a strategist, but the de facto big sibling of this unconventional family.
The scene in the infirmary was almost comical. Stelle sat on one of the cots, a bandage around her upper arm, her usual unbothered expression firmly in place. Dan Heng stood nearby, his arms crossed over his chest, looking stoic despite the gash on his shoulder that hadn't been there when the mission started.
"Care to explain?" you began, arms crossed and gaze level.
"It was just a minor miscalculation." Dan Heng replied calmly.
"A 'minor miscalculation' doesn't leave you bleeding, Dan Heng," you said pointedly, turning to Stelle. "And you—didn't I tell you to call for backup if things went south?"
Stelle gave a sheepish shrug. "I thought we could handle it."
"You thought wrong." You sighed, your tone softening as you crossed the room. Grabbing a chair, you sat between them, your expression gentler now. "I know you're both incredibly capable. But even the best make mistakes. You're part of a team—you don't have to shoulder everything alone."
Dan Heng's gaze flickered to the floor, and Stelle's shoulders slumped slightly.
"You don’t need to push yourself to the point of breaking to prove anything," you added, standing to place a reassuring hand on each of their shoulders. "We're in this together. If something happened to either of you, we’d all feel it. And you’d feel the same if it were March, right?"
Both nodded, though they didn’t meet your gaze.
"Good. Now, promise me you’ll call for help next time."
"Promise." Stelle said, a small smile tugging at her lips. Dan Heng gave a slight nod, his stoic mask cracking just enough for you to catch the faintest hint of guilt.
Later, in the privacy of the archive, you found Dan Heng surrounded by stacks of books. He looked up as you entered, his expression as composed as ever.
"You didn't just come here to read, did you?" you asked, pulling up a chair.
"...No," he admitted after a moment, his voice quiet. "I thought I could avoid putting others at risk by keeping things to myself. I didn’t think about how that might affect the team."
You smiled softly, resting a hand on his. "Dan Heng, you're not a burden. You're not just running from your past anymore—you’re building a future with all of us. And we need you to trust us enough to let us help."
He hesitated, then gave a small nod. "I'll try."
Later that evening, Stelle found you in the lounge, sitting with a warm drink. She plopped down beside you, her usual confidence dimmed by something you couldn’t quite place.
"You were right," she said, uncharacteristically subdued.
"About what?" you asked, setting your drink down.
"About asking for help." She stared at the floor for a moment before meeting your eyes. "I’m used to going it alone. But... it’s different with you guys. It’s like, I know you’ve got my back, and that’s scary because now I care. You know?"
You smiled, ruffling her hair like a younger sibling. "That’s not a bad thing, Stelle. Caring means you’re not just surviving anymore—you’re living."
She leaned into your side, her head on your shoulder. "Thanks, big sibling."
"Anytime," you said, wrapping an arm around her. "Just stop scaring me with the near-death experiences, okay?"
"I’ll try." she mumbled, and for now, that was enough.
(yonagi on X)
#x reader#honkai star rail#hsr#honkai star rail x reader#hsr x reader#astral express trio#platonic relationships#found family#hurt/comfort#sibling dynamics#gender neutral reader#team bonding#angst with a happy ending#mentions of injuries (non-graphic)#mild guilt/self-blame themes#emotional vulnerability and introspection#dan heng honkai star rail#hsr stelle#hsr march 7th#dan heng x reader#stelle x reader#march x reader#dan heng x you#stelle#march 7th#trailblazer
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MY HEADCANONS ON THE TDA CHARACTER'S MUSIC TASTE :3
Part I - Julian, Emma, Ty, Kit, Dru and Livvy
(comment if you want to see me do a part II or one with characters from TMI cuz I'm not sure I will do it by myself if no one's interested in it, i just had to get these out of my head)
Julian Blackthorn: I think Julian would gravitate toward grunge and nu-metal because of their raw emotion and intensity. He’s constantly under pressure and carries a lot of emotional weight, so bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Alice in Chains would resonate with his introspection and struggles. He’d also appreciate the angsty energy of Linkin Park and the chaotic rebellion of Sex Pistols(this one is basically canon with that one official drawing from SoBH).
Some examples: Black Hole Sun by Soundgarden, Alive by Pearl Jam, In The End by Linkin Park, No Feelings by Sex Pistols
Emma Carstairs: Emma would absolutely be into The Neighbourhood and Mitski, both of which balance emotional depth with moody, atmospheric vibes. Her complex emotions and fiery personality would also resonate with Lana Del Rey and Arctic Monkeys, blending longing with intensity. For her more energetic side, she might love Halsey or Wolf Alice, both of whom bring fierce energy and emotional vulnerability. But she also loves the heavier genres that Julian listens to, it's just that she never listens to it by herself but she absolutely sings along with Julian
Some examples: Your Best American Girl by Mitski, Sweater Weather by The Neighborhood, Ribs by Lorde, When We're High by LP
Ty Blackthorn: Okay it's canon that he likes classical music but hear me out on this one: Ty would appreciate intricate, atmospheric and melodic music that aligns with his analytical and introspective nature. In my opinion he would absolutely love bands like Radiohead, Modern Baseball and The Front bottoms. Probably Sufjan Steven and Elliott Smith too. On darker days maybe something like Nine Inch Nails (I'm sorry about this one, but i can honestly imagine that and I won't elaborate) Dare of me to say that but he would probably grow to love midwest emo and indie rock after Kit introduces him to more genres.
Some examples: Hurt by Nine Inch Nails, No Surprises by Radiohead, Be Nice to Me by The Front Bottoms, Say Yes by Elliot Smith
Kit Herondale: I think he is into all kinds of music. But i just know he is a HUGE Troye Sivan stan (his absolute faves are "Bloom" and "Angel Baby" and "FOOLS" would be his anthem probably). So from gay pop and Taylor Swift to classic rock like Fleetwood Mac or Queen basically anything. He’d love emotional, atmospheric tracks from artists like Frank Ocean, Phoebe Bridgers, and SZA, alongside high-energy hits from Dua Lipa or The Weeknd. He’d even dip into lo-fi hip-hop or experimental indie on his more introspective days. Also it was him who introduced Ty to Radiohead and American Football and there was no stopping the other boy from there.
Some examples: White Ferrari by Frank Ocean, Somebody Else by The 1975, Wildest Dreams by Taylor Swift, Starboy by the Weeknd
Livvy Blackthorn: She's such a pop girly. I just know Livvy would definitely vibe with Taylor Swift, especially her more storytelling-focused and emotional eras like Red and Folklore. She’d also adore pop artists like Chappell Roan and Lorde for their relatable and heartfelt lyrics. Livvy’s love of life (i'm not crying, you're crying) and curiosity about the world would make her lean toward empowering and introspective pop.
Some examples: Never Really Over by Katy Perry, My Kink Is Karma by Chappell Roan, Youngblood by 5 Seconds of Summers, Colors by Halsey
Dru Blackthorn: Dru would fully embrace goth and emo subcultures. She’d be obsessed with Bauhaus, Siouxsie and the Banshees, The Birthday Massacre, and maybe some newer acts like Pale Waves. Probably also bands like My Chemical Romance or Evanescence. For her horror-loving side, industrial metal like Rammstein or Marilyn Manson would appeal to her aesthetic.
Some examples: Spellbound by Siouxise and the Banshees, Cry Little Sister by Gerard McMahon, Love Will Tear Us Apart by Joy Division, Dead Can Dance by The Host of Seraphim, Helena by My Chemical Romance
pls hype me up i went way out of my comfort zone to make this, i never ever listen to pop music or music outside my comfort genres which are grunge, goth, punk and emo (it probably shows *sigh*) and i had to listen to rap, industrial, pop and anything else you can imagine for DAYS to have a general idea on the most popular artists in that field.
On the bright side i discovered that i actually vibe with Troye Sivan's older music, it speaks to my love sick gay little soul
#the dark artifices#the shadowhunter chronicles#ty blackthorn#livvy blackthorn#kit herondale#dru blackthorn#julian blackthorn#emma carstairs#tsc#the wicked powers#twp#tda#kit x ty#jemma blackstairs#kitty heronthorn
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No matter what you do, you feel the projects you've been building collapse. Regardless of the circumstances, you feel stuck. Almost like God or the universe have a vendetta against you.
Regardless, you seem full of ideas that could turn into something, but they never get past the beginning stages.
Upon further reflection, the output of work seems just too much. You can't handle it alone, and it's making progress impossible.
Fortunately, the answer is quite simple. There needs to be unification, whether that be from aspects within yourself or partnership with someone in the outside world.
This approach leads to rapid growth. Suddenly, there's a direction to follow, but it's not one that you can force.
Your favorable circumstances may lead to you being generously aided or giving generous aid to someone else. Finally, one of your projects may move forward.
However, you must sacrifice something to complete such a project and overcome the constant destruction. It may be the desire to actually complete a project.
You can be impatient in your approach. This makes progress extremely difficult because you're using too much force. A young idea cannot be subject to such force, or else it will break.
Ultimately, it's a calling to reflect on yourself. You are the reason you're not making any progress and constantly encounter disaster instead of the natural process of destruction to creation.
Look within yourself and understand your intentions. Why do you want to accomplish your goals? What makes you want to forcefully complete them so fast? These answers will lead you to a deeper understanding of yourself and finally break the cycle.
TAROT INFO:
The tower - reversed
Page of wands - reversed
8 of pentacles - reversed
2 of cups
8 of wands
6 of pentacles
The hanged man
Queen of Wands - reversed
The hermit
#free tarot#daily tarot#tarot reading#tarot cards#tarot#tarotblr#tarotcommunity#divination#divine guidance#purpose#truth#understanding#wisdom#growth#introspection#psychology#goals#accomplishments#struggle#uncertainty#confusion#emotions#vulnerability#spiritualgrowth#spirituality#spiritual awakening#holy spirit#spiritual journey#philosophy
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ODE TO SOFIA
Sofia sits to my left in the office. It is big, but we crumple. That makes us close, at least in distance.
Sofia likes horror and dresses in full black. Her favorite color is pink, she hates yellow because it’s too bright, too happy, leaves no space for much else.
I really admire her. She is an enthusiast for cooking and reading, collecting figurines, and making perfect gifts: baskets with your favorite character plushie, sewn by hand. She sends you a birthday cake to your new apartment in Japan. She is considerate and remembers everything I say.
Sofia is violent. She tells the truth. Diplomacy exhausts her; she wants more. She is angry at people she has never met. She is happy when someone expresses their rage.
When I think about her, the sound of my sister’s giggles comes to mind, in the backseat of my parents’ car, listening to Mr. Jones by Sui Generis for the first time.
She likes gore and blood, but she rejects the passive violence of societal expectations. Day to day, she fears the real horrors of self-destructive, evasive methods. She is soft and sweet.
She is critical thinking skills, getting kicked out of class for laughing way too hard. The pride of growing up when no one is watching. Learning something basic as a full-grown adult, in a quiet street on a Wednesday morning. all alone.
It is the strength you need to protect your identity. It is showing your new sneakers to everyone. Forehead kisses to say goodbye to your friends. Going shopping in pajamas for fresh morning bread. It is the wonderful thing we find in the dark, hidden away from the horrors of the light and polite.
Catching a complicit smile at a funeral. The catharsis after breaking your favorite vase. Spending your last penny on a mistake. The friendship I form with my paralysis demon. A scared kid ready to attack. A tale, a hug, a cookie, and we both say good nigth.
The moment you are forgiven after screaming. Being loved after being wrong, mistaken. The comprehension only a child has: to cry over the doomed one— the serial killer and the rapist, the goner — not for their imminent death, but for prohibiting themselves a slow day, a warm afternoon in bed, tea, toast, and a good book to read.
#melancholic musings#introspective writing#poetic prose#soft rebellion#raw vulnerability#beauty in the shadows#hidden joys#soft horrors#the poetry of rage#comfort in the dark#Personal Growth and Emotion#quiet strength#growing unseen#messy humanity#cathartic moments#childlike empathy#gothic softness#pink amidst the black#honest violence#critical sweetness#tea and toast#paralysis demon friendship#breaking vases#warm afternoons in bed#complicit funeral smiles#rage asthetic
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You bring good to my lonely life, honestly, It's hard for me to look into your eyes, When I say that I would be nothing without your love, I feel the rush, and it's amazing.
#you bring good to my lonely life#love and loneliness#deep thoughts#romantic quotes#honest feelings#emotional struggle#vulnerability#love confession#heartfelt words#relationship thoughts#introspection#falling in love#expressing feelings#emotional depth#love and connection#romantic thoughts#personal battles#emotional journey#love and trust#true love
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"I'm an unbridled river, constantly overflowing my banks and nourishing the lives of those around me. I'm unbound by boundaries, recklessly pouring out my waters until I'm drained, never pausing to replenish myself."
— alterego🪐 {M.J.}
#poetry#self expression#mental health#authenticity#poetic prose#self reflection#emotional awareness#self care#personal growth#my writing#creative writing#introspection#vulnerability#art#empathy#words
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Ask me why I'm holding back, go on...
I want you to feel the intensity of my emotions, yet I fear you might run away.
I want to tell you that holding you felt like second nature, and letting go was against my will.
I want to tell you how I can and I will marvel at you, and looking away feels like a mistake I never want to make.
How being in your silence, gives me peace yet it also drags me into a pit of noise.
How your very presence offers the hope I've longed for and the misery I've been trying to avoid.
You are the duality that consumes my every breath.
Living in this gray area is killing me, and I'm unsure how much longer I can hold on.
How do I go on when I don't feel you pulling back, yet I can't feel you stepping forward
#antonettewrites#spilled ink#poetry#poetblr#thoughts#poem#poems#original poems#love#LovePoetry#Heartfelt#Emotional#UnrequitedLove#Duality#Introspection#Feelings#ConflictedHeart#Romantic#LoveAndFear#InnerConflict#HoldingBack#Vulnerability#IntenseEmotions#TumblrPoetry#PoeticThoughts#SoulSearching#RelationshipStruggles#HopeAndDespair
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sorry for taking ages with down then left. i have lost all confidence in my writing style and i'm trying to clutch at the remnants of it with desperate trembling hands. you know how it is
#i still feel really new to writing fiction. it's not my thing and never has been. it doesn't flow or click like academic writing does#i'm still trying to figure out what works and what doesn't. and i have no idea how to go about doing that#all i know is that what i've written over the past few weeks has been genuinely fucking awful#not in a 'talking myself down to try and be humble' way just genuinely really bad. i'm not back in the swing of it yet#the last fic i posted was fine. i'm really happy with it. but it was very different to dtl#dtl is far more vulnerable and personal and introspective and rambly. it's more like writing a journal than telling a story#and i've cut myself off from my own emotions for the past few months so that i can work more effectively#and now its like oh i need to access the sensation of being a living human again. where did it go. i'm just a vacuous cavern
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Hello! I watched your speedpaints on repeat when I was in middle school (like 6 years ago) and sometimes still go back and watch them for the sake of nostalgia and good music. I just wanted to let you know you’ve touched my life and left a print, thank you 🤍
Thank you. So so much. For sending me this??? The me who made all those youtube videos. Doesn’t exist anymore. Life got harder. In so many new and horrible ways. And that like. Spark to create kinda died. And also I had more important shit to worry about all of a sudden. But. Knowing that it left on impact on someone enough to send me a message. Years after I’ve stopped making them tho. Idk.. that means something.. I appreciate you didn’t forget about me! (/my videos lol. I kno u don’t kno me. My vids and art feel a bit like. An extension of me tho? In a way. But I kno that it’s not a 1:1 thing. My art an videos express thoughts ideas and feelings of mine. But they are not. Me. Just lil slivers of me.. Tiny lil portions from specific moments in time.)
Sometimes it feels like those videos were just a flash in the pan. A brief moment of attention and fame I didn’t grab onto hard enough… and now the moments long gone. but. I didn’t rlly want to grab onto it, I just wanted to make fun videos. And show off my music taste lol. And express. The music videos my brain would create in my head into the real world. And then I got too busy w real life kicking my ass. (Ps. life has now stopped kicking my ass!! It’s gotten better. Just. Not the same as it was before) Maybe I’ll get back into it one day. If I have any new ideas. Once I get stable and know what I’m doing. And get like an iPad or something so I don’t have to wrangle w my laptop lol. But yeah!!! Srry.. I’m rambling a lot.. this message just made me emotional ok! I’m being openly vulnerable in turn hopefully that’s not too weird lol. I’m happy my videos had an impact on your life!! That means. A fucking ton. Like. Words cannot properly express the weird happy feeling that gives me in my heart. Thank you so much!! For real!!! Srry for getting all in depth about my life again this message just!!! Struck an introspective chord w me!!!
#like.. god damn#I guess it’s like… when I think about back then. and now. it’s weird. it’s so so weird#but this rlly! made me really happy to read!!! Srry if my reply is inarticulate or weird I’m bad at words and this is like a complicated#emotion to express without getting way too sappy and introspective and vulnerable#so I gave up on not being sappy and introspective and vulnerable to try and express it!#but I probably still didn’t do it 100% properly lol. hopefully u get the idea tho!#so yeah. thank u lol#I hope u have a good life dude! from: the guy who made those vids u liked…#time and life are so weird.. I hope we all get to have good life’s. u ask person#me. anybody reading my tags. anybody not reading my tags. idk!!! I just hope shit goes well! and we can get thru the bad times!#and have a good time. bein alive. to the best of our abilities…#ok. I’m gonna shut up now. this has gotten sappy and emotional enough ghghg#thank u.. again… Srry for goin off in weird tangents my brain just felt compelled#I have comfort nostalgia vids I like watching too. that just. mean a lot to me. I’m happy. that my videos can give u that feeling!#assks#sorry that’s my tag for. responding to asks. I promise I’m not calling u an ass#idk why I made that my tag ghgh- lil me was fuckin stupid lol#I say that w affection but I def was ghg. ok now for real for real shutting up! thank u again!
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hmmmm idk how to word this properly but why do people act like being apathetic should be the default for the outer and if you do show an emotion that shows something other than being deeply impacted, you get scolded? it’s okay to be vulnerable, even more so when it’s an interpersonal relationship. that makes you human and more relatable. acting like nothing hurts is worse
#the reason i typed this out was because i was thinking an hour ago#it’s highkey annoying when people say sza makes sidechick or sad girl music#when tbh she expresses low feelings and vulnerability for not being cared for and desperate to be#which is normal and relatable#and the rollercoaster that is#and she is huge on introspection#also when folks get on her being too sensitive#like actually the ones who have high sensitivity are beautiful and freeing#being a crybaby is amazing honestly#rather that over being stoic all the time#or having to tough if out#well no#let's just regulate our emotions and also strive to be earnest
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Hihi! I was wondering if I could request Dan Heng, Jiaoqiu, and Sunday with a s/o who is non-binary but has been struggling to tell them?
To be known and loved is to be truly seen
Tags: Dan Heng x Reader, Jiaoqiu x Reader, AE!Sunday x Reader, Fluff, Hurt/Comfort, Emotional Conversations, Gender Identity Exploration, Non-Binary Reader Insert, Acceptance and Support, Soft Relationships, Found Family Themes, Light Angst
Warnings: Discussions of gender dysphoria (brief), Mild emotional distress, Anxiety themes, Supportive yet sensitive handling of identity issues(?), Comfort after emotional vulnerability.
Dan Heng stood at his post on the Astral Express, his usual calm demeanor betraying no sign of emotion. His fingers lightly gripped the hilt of his spear as his sharp gaze scanned the horizon through the train’s viewport. It was a quiet, tranquil moment—the kind he often sought in the midst of his hectic duties. Yet, there was a quiet tension in his chest, an unease he couldn’t quite place.
It had been several weeks now since he’d first met you, a quiet, introspective soul who had quickly become an integral part of his world. You were always there, by his side, whether he was patrolling, meditating, or simply walking the halls of the train. Dan Heng couldn’t deny the subtle warmth he felt when you were near—something about your presence put his mind at ease. But recently, a subtle shift had occurred. He noticed you fidgeting, speaking less, as though burdened by a weight you refused to share.
“Is something wrong?” he asked one evening when you found yourselves alone in the train’s quiet corridor.
Your gaze flitted to the floor, a hand nervously tugging at the edge of your sleeve. “It’s nothing, Dan Heng. Don’t worry about me.”
He didn’t press further, but something in your voice felt off. There was something you weren’t saying, something that hung between you like an unspoken truth. He had a feeling that it wasn’t nothing at all.
Days passed, and the quiet unease gnawed at him. He’d seen you hide it behind your smiles and soft laughter, but your unease was palpable to him. For all his stoic nature, Dan Heng had always been able to sense when something was wrong—when people around him needed something they weren’t saying. But this? This was different. His mind wandered through the possibilities. Was it something to do with your past? Or perhaps you were frustrated with your role on the Express?
It wasn’t until a late-night conversation in the dimly lit cabin that the truth came to light.
“I—I’ve been meaning to tell you something for a while,” you began, your voice almost a whisper. Your hands trembled as you clasped them tightly in your lap, a nervous habit Dan Heng had come to recognize. “It’s just… it’s hard.”
Dan Heng’s expression softened, and he turned toward you fully, his attention fixed entirely on you. “You don’t have to explain everything at once. Take your time.”
There was a long pause, and for a moment, the only sound was the soft hum of the train. Finally, you spoke again, your words slow but deliberate. “I’m non-binary. I don’t fit into either the role of a man or a woman, and… I’ve been struggling with how to tell you.”
The words hung in the air, fragile as glass. Dan Heng remained silent for a moment, his gaze searching your face, trying to read the emotions beneath the words. He could see the uncertainty in your eyes, the vulnerability in your posture. Slowly, he reached out, gently placing a hand on yours.
“It doesn’t matter to me,” he said quietly. “You are you. And I am honored to stand by your side, no matter what.”
A quiet relief washed over you, and you looked up at him, meeting his eyes for the first time. A faint smile tugged at your lips, and Dan Heng felt a warmth fill his chest.
“I’m glad you told me,” he murmured, his voice low. “You can always be yourself around me. I’ll never judge you for who you are.”
In that moment, the weight you’d been carrying seemed to lift, if only for a little while. Dan Heng’s quiet support meant more to you than any words could express.
The soft scent of herbs and medicinal oils filled the air. It was a quiet evening, and the flickering light of lanterns cast gentle shadows on the walls as Jiaoqiu worked, grinding the ingredients for his latest formula. His fox-like ears twitched as he adjusted the flow of alchemical concoctions, his mind focused on the precision of his work. But despite his calm exterior, his thoughts often wandered back to you—the person he had been thinking about all day.
‘You haven’t been yourself lately.’ Jiaoqiu thought, stirring the potion in his hands. He had known you for a long time, admired your strength, but recently there had been something… off. You had been quieter, more withdrawn, as if there was some burden weighing on your heart. The compassion that guided Jiaoqiu in his work extended beyond the physical, and he couldn’t shake the feeling that something deeper was troubling you.
He looked up from his work, and there you were—standing just inside the doorway, your figure framed by the dim glow of the lanterns. The hesitation in your gaze was evident.
“Are you alright?” Jiaoqiu asked, his voice gentle yet sharp with concern. He set down his mortar and pestle, his perceptive nature already picking up on your discomfort. “You’ve been distant.”
You shifted uncomfortably before slowly walking towards him. “I’ve been meaning to tell you something, Jiaoqiu. I… I’m not sure how you’ll take it.”
Jiaoqiu raised an eyebrow but didn’t interrupt. His expression softened, his hands resting by his side. “Whatever it is, you can tell me. You know that, right?”
The words came slowly, and there was an almost tangible tension between you. “I’m non-binary. I don’t identify as either male or female, and… I’ve been so afraid to tell you. I don’t want to disappoint you.”
Jiaoqiu’s expression softened, his ears flickering with understanding. He stepped closer to you, his hand reaching out gently to rest on your shoulder. “Disappoint me? You could never disappoint me.”
You hesitated, but Jiaoqiu gave a small, reassuring smile. “I understand. I don’t expect you to fit into any mold. You are who you are. And I appreciate you for exactly that.”
A sigh of relief escaped you, and you looked up at him. “You really mean that?”
“I do,” Jiaoqiu replied. “In fact, I’ve always admired your strength. The way you carry yourself, how you face every challenge. That’s what matters.”
For the first time in a long while, a genuine smile appeared on your face, and the tension seemed to ease from your shoulders. Jiaoqiu’s smile widened, and he gently squeezed your shoulder. “You’re not alone in this. I’ll always be here for you, no matter what.”
Sunday sat in the quiet room of the Astral Express, his fingers delicately tracing the patterns on the edge of his golden ornament, the glimmer of the halo behind his head casting an ethereal glow. His thoughtful gaze rested on the view outside, but his mind was far away, lost in the complicated emotions that lay beneath his composed exterior.
There was a problem that had been on his mind lately. You had been acting strangely—distant, hesitant. He’d seen you flinch at the smallest things, and your silence had grown more pronounced. He couldn’t help but feel concerned, but at the same time, he couldn’t deny the twisted part of him that wondered if you were simply afraid of what he was.
But even as he questioned your distance, he knew there was something more. Something deeper.
“Sunday...” your voice broke through his thoughts, soft and tentative.
He turned toward you, his eyes locking onto yours with a gentle, almost serene gaze. “Yes?”
There was a long silence as you stood there, shifting your weight from foot to foot. “I… I’ve been meaning to tell you something important.”
Sunday’s expression softened, his tone warm but serious. “You know you can tell me anything. Whatever it is, it won’t change how I feel about you.”
You bit your lip, and after a long pause, you finally spoke. “I’m non-binary. I don’t identify as male or female, and I’ve been struggling to find the right way to tell you.”
Sunday blinked, his halo subtly shifting behind him as his mind processed your words. For a moment, he said nothing, his gaze steady as he took in your vulnerability.
When he finally spoke, his voice was calm but firm. “You are exactly who you are, and that is all that matters. I do not view you through any lens other than the one that sees your worth and your spirit.”
His words were simple, yet there was an undeniable warmth in them, a sincerity that reached deep within your heart.
“You are perfect just as you are,” Sunday continued, his expression softening. “In this world, where everything seems to crumble under the weight of suffering, the only thing that matters to me is that you’re here. With me. And that we’re together.”
The softness in your gaze grew, and for the first time in what felt like forever, you allowed yourself to truly relax in his presence. His acceptance was unwavering, a balm to the wounds you had carried for so long.
“Thank you, Sunday,” you whispered.
He smiled, a quiet, knowing smile. “Of course, dove.”
#x reader#honkai star rail#hsr#honkai star rail x reader#hsr x reader#dan heng honkai star rail#hsr dan heng#dan heng x you#dan heng x reader#dan heng#hsr jiaoqu x reader#hsr jiaoqiu x reader#hsr jiaoqiu#jiaoqiu#astral express!sunday#sunday hsr#sunday x reader#hsr sunday#fluff#hurt/comfort#emotional conversation#gender identity exploration#non binary reader#acceptance and support#soft relationship#found family themes#light angst#discussions of gender dysphoria (brief)#mild emotional distress#anxiety themes
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Except you.
Sky is lit with the moon's soft glow,
And stars that twinkle in their show,
My soul longs for a tranquil night,
Yet my heart's turmoil is its own plight.
Please don't ask me to dance,
Or whisk me away in a wild romance,
For fear grips my heart, so true,
Except you, my fears subdue.
I've never been one for clarity,
Lost in my own world of obscurity.
My thoughts a maze, a winding thread,
Oh, my weary mind, lead where you're led.
Heart's out of my chest, once more,
Exposed, vulnerable, to the core.
Except you, who brings peace in the storm,
Except you, my heart's true form.
Beneath the waves or up in the sky,
I long to soar, to breathe, to fly.
Or find solace in another's embrace,
Except you, in your love's grace.
Let's not sugarcoat our parting now,
The truth, though bitter, we'll allow.
Keep it light, keep it sweet,
Except you, in my life complete.
It was good, the path we tried,
But weary feet can't always stride.
It's time to heal, to move along,
Except you, in my heart's song.
Heart's out of my chest, once more,
Pinned down, but stronger than before.
Except you, who lights my way,
Except you, in every day.
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does anyone else feel like whenever they make art out of their own experiences theyre just lying
#sorry im in a weird mood after todays crit#the prof was like wow i feel like im seeing the world thru ur eyes this must have been so vulnerable for you to make...#really gives you perspective of what some people go through every day.....#but i was just sitting ther elike. it feels like im exploiting myself playing up aspects of my own 'pain' like theyre some unique thing#but instead of bringing out any shared experience or universal truth im just getting on a stage and yelling woe is me...#hm maybe its just the specific medium of long form video thats fucking me up im only made to express myself in still images :/#or maybe this is a deeper issue and i just have no fucking idea who i am and im completely unable to introspect and empathize with others#like the scale that people use to measure our experiences with other peoples is just broken for me#hold up is this why therapy never worked for me. people putting emotions into words never connects so thats why i can never talk abt them#idk i feel like the whole reason i do art is to share how i feel without all the pesky fucking language but critiques just shatter that#and i realize how stupid and pointless it actually was because there were words for that hte whole time.#and im using the wrong words and the wrong images and im just a fucking idiot who cant read a room#anyways. i should delete this later. and probably go back to therapy.#angel.txt
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It’s just assumption to read what’s on your thoughts. I’m not a citizen of your mind, though the city is lit bright, I can’t read emotions in your eyes without adding verbs like ‘seem’ or ‘appear’, as in, love seems to be in your eyes. But I can always open up all of me with an intent to understand. Maybe have a feel for hints? Maybe you could pour your heart into my ears so it can course…
#authentic self-expression#authentic vulnerability#deep self-reflection#emotional honesty#emotional intimacy#Erwinism#eternal love#existential musings#expressing affection#flawed human nature#fragility of life#fragmented thoughts#FYP#heartfelt letters#imperfection and beauty#Inspiration#Introspection#Learning#Love#metaphorical imagery#metaphysical love#Motivation#non-linear storytelling#Nostalgic Longing#passionate confessions#Poetic Prose#reflections on love#romantic longing#romantic melancholy#seasons as metaphors
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https://deviantart.com/xandaclaus/gallery
#young#male#beauty#hyperrealistic#texture#skin#curly#hair#light#shadow#vulnerability#introspection#realism#portrait#human#emotion#contemporary#art#detail#psychological
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Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, I'm falling for You, Don't make me go Blue.
#roses are red#love poem#falling in love#deep thoughts#romantic quotes#personal battles#heartfelt words#love and longing#emotional struggle#vulnerability#reflection#relationship thoughts#love and pain#introspection#romantic thoughts#expressing feelings#emotional depth#love confession#emotional journey#unrequited love
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