awashlogs | Event Seventeen.

[Xie Lian had just been taking a walk around town - or to be more accurate, despite the apparent lack of currency here he still hasn't quite gotten over his habit of scrounging around for useful junk, so he was wandering around with a sack over his shoulder when he catches sight of two familiar faces--one of which is apparently unconscious.

He immediately breaks into a sprint, rushing over to join Wuxian in looking over their fallen companion.]

What happened here? Is Shifu alright? Was he attacked?

[ Someone's ... talking?

His eyebrows furrow together as he slowly opens his eyes. The words around him sound a little muffled, like people talking underwater. Speak up, will you?! It taxes him. The very action of just trying to look to see who is speaking tires him considerably. He moves his gaze to look toward his wrist, noting it is in someone's hand. Mu-shidi? For a moment, he is confused where he is. ]

I'm fine... I'm fine... I just wasn't paying attention. [ His tone is apologizing for putting them out. He really thought that he would not be in such a position! How the fuck was I supposed to know?! I have usually been pretty good at knowing when to come back! Sorry, I didn't mean to scare anyone. It'll be fine. Just give me my medicine and lecture. ]

Edited 2019-01-19 05:38 (UTC)

[ He can't really tell much from the man's pulse. He's not a physician, but as far as he can ascertain, Shen Qinqiu's meridians are undamaged.

Still, he's hardly "fine" if he's collapsed in the middle of the street.

He glances up at his "wife." Attacked...that is a possibility. "Not paying attention" is certainly the kind of thing a cultivator might say if he'd failed to defend himself from someone—or something. ]

Paying attention to what? Are you wounded anywhere?

[ Sorry ~~frog bro~~, he's going to start looking your body over for any signs of damage. ]

["I'm fine" is something Xie Lian himself would likely say in this situation--but this isn't himself, and therefore it isn't fine. He kneels down by the man's side, doing his own pulse check as Wuxian goes over the rest; but while he can tell that Qingqiu's pulse and meridians are alright, he's probably barely any better than Wuxian when it comes to anything more serious than basic first aid.

Is it poison? A curse? If it's a curse it's nothing he can recognize...he'll check over this arm for any signs of injury, at least, as he listens for an answer.]

[ Jeez! Why am I getting manhandled! This is no different than usual when I forget! Again!! Lecture and medicine!!

He wants to wave them off from holding his wrist, but lacks the strength to do it. No, it isn't that he lacks the strength but rather the numbness travels all the way down his arms and he can't even properly move them. Fuck, I really let it get bad. ]

My... poisoning. [ Has it ever gotten this bad? ] Come... come ... my meridians just need to be cleared and my medicine... I didn't mean to cause you trouble. I simply didn't realize so much time had passed. [ See, I'm sorry. But really, the cure is an easy one. Don't be so worried!! You'll make me nervous with this display!! He offers a small smile, but it only lasts for a few short seconds before it fades. Ah, shit, what is it that they said about how many muscles it takes to smile?

He can't even move. He has to let out a sigh as he sees that the top of his right hand still has the red line and faint blood of where he scratch it against the thorns. Also!! Excuse me!! Where are you looking! Don't go stripping me just because you're worried!! EXCUSE YOU?! ]

Where are you looking...?!

Edited 2019-01-19 06:45 (UTC)

[ He'd looked at the man's exposed skin as much as he could, and felt his body through his clothes without noticing any obvious signs of injury, and was halfway through trying to untie his belt when— ]

Poisoning!

[ What on earth? He leaves off undressing Shen Qingqiu, and wonders for an instant, who could have poisoned him? And then...he feels a tremendous sense of guilt regarding "frogitis." No wonder the man had been so quick to believe him! He's in poor health as it is!

He stares at the man with a complicated expression before saying: ]

Let's get you back home first.

[ He reaches underneath Shen Qingqiu's body, in an attempt to lift him up, princess-style. Unfortunately, Mo Xuanyu's noodly arms are not up to the task! ]

Ugh—!

[ You're heavy! ]

[Poisoning? Clearing meridians? What sort of affliction does this man have? The way he talks sounds like it's something he had before, but he sees that scratch as well...

...Whatever the problem is though, Shen Qingqiu is obviously in no condition to be talking at the moment--and it looks like Wuxian's struggling.]

Here, let me. [Copying that princess-style lift! Only this attempt's rather more successful; he lifts the larger man with about as much ease as a large blanket. And then a glance at Wuxian--] Is medicine available in this place?

[He's completely ignoring the complaints and the stripping, sorry Shifu.]

[ His exhaustion is one that weighs heavily on him, but he becomes aware of air against his naked skin. Hey! HEY! HEY!!! ]

[ Where exactly are you touching?! I asked you a question and you didn't even answer me! Don't go stripping me in the middle of the street! How is this going to help anything! I understand some ways to clear meridians is through skin contact but I want to be inside and not on display! What the fuck are you doing?! THE FUCK IS THIS?! What kind of bullying to a sick man--?!

You wanna fucking go! I'll go! I'll fight! ]

[ His hand twitches. ]

[ Fuck! FUCK! FUCKING SHIT!! What are you doing?! What is-- what are you doing!? How are you carrying me?!

His mind is going faster than he can even fully comprehend what is happening due to his lethargy. He can only offer a very weak glare in the direction of -- YOU! Wei Wuxian!! What?! Where?! Xie Lian?! Xie Lian, stop this! Stop him from bullying this teacher! ]

[ Right, you fucking tell him off for me!

Shen Qingqiu feels a moment of relief that Xie Lian will convince Wei Wuxian from stopping this nonsense. His complexion only worsens when that isn't what is being done. Xie Lian instead takes him into his arms instead. Not only that!! But!! Princess!! Carry!!

How did he get to you!? What happened while I was resting!! This isn't any way-- do you want to leave me with no pride to show anyone?! My pride! My pride as a man!! I can't fucking believe this! Both of you! Both of you conspired against me!! How could you!? I trusted you...!! ]

... my face... leave me some...

[ Wife! You're strong.

As he marvels at Xie Lian's arm strength, he catches sight of how Shen Qingqiu's tall body looks languidly elegant in Xie Lian's arms....

He squeezes his eyes shut and opens them again, shaking his head a little. What had he been thinking? Strange. Anyway, the man's hair looks about to trail on the ground, being held like that, so he gathers it up with his hands and throws it over one of his shoulders, so it cascades (elegantly) across his body.......

Okay that's not a visual he needs, either. He turns away, ostensibly leading the way. ]

He lives in Bluo. I know the way. Follow me!

[ Once again, ignoring your protests, Senior Shen! ]

[While oblivious to the thoughts running through Wei Wuxian's head, Xie Lian does take the time to offer the man in his arms a soft and reassuring smile at his complaint.]

It's alright, Shifu - Mister Wei and I will get you home as quickly as we can.

[Of course the leader of a cultivation sect wouldn't want to be seen getting carried around like this, and getting him home would both get him out of the public eye and into a safe place for them to properly administer aid. Two birds with one arrow!

He'll nod at Wuxian to lead the way, moving forward without hesitation.]

[ What the fuck did I ever do to the two of you?! What! Tell me! I'll rectify it right now if you just let me know what it is!! I thought that karma would finally reward me for everything, but it's punishing me! You can't keep doing this, karma!! YOU HAVE TO TURN IT THE OTHER WAY EVENTUALLY, YOU BITCH!

He sees the smile that he is given and is, at least, able to let out a small sigh. His eyes close because it is really too much to keep them open. People are going to see me being carried around like this!! Why! Yet he opens them again as soon as his long hair is touched and being hefted over someone's shoulder.

If Xie Lian's carrying me? Wei Wuxian? Well, thank you for not letting it trail on the ground and get all sorts of shit in it?? But!! You two!! Why are you two carrying me like this?! Also, wait, Xie Lian is carrying me?! His eyes widen but that is the extent of what he can do physically. It took a second for it to fully register, but he is!! How the fuck?! What is going on?! Someone please explain this to me! Wait, they're taking me home?! ]

Don't ... don't make such ... a fuss... this teacher is fine. [ Right, right!! This level of bullying is too far past concern!! Don't go showing anyone this sight!! Come on!! I'm fine!! I feel like dancing! I really do!! ]

[ Fine, fine. Sure you're fine, A-Qiu. You can't even resist being princess-carried! ]

"Mister Wei" Haha! How formal! Is that any way to address [ your husband ] me? Oh, mind that bramble!

[ The way back is fraught with unusual dangers, in the form of curling vines. It's not so bad in Ruga, where he lives, but it seem that every house in Bluo is in the process of being taken over by these creeping, thorny vines. They snake across the pathway also. He has to kick several out of the way, before he whistles for his puppets to come pull them out of the way. The vines shred their paper hands, but they still do it. ]

Would you prefer a different form of address? I'm afraid "Dearest husband" is out of the question, before you ask.

[He'd meant that as a joke, but under the circumstances a little bit of worry might've slipped into his tone, oops. Deftly dodging vines as they go though--and keeping a little bit of distance between them and the puppets, if hopefully not enough distance for Wuxian to notice.]

The local vegetation has certainly been thriving lately... [as he hops over a little thorny patch in the road.]

[ Don't ignore me! I said, I was fine! Listen to your elders!! Watch, I will pull a talisman out and send out a spell! That'll show you both!! He lulls his head against Xie Lian's shoulder, more like a rag-doll than a voluntary gesture. Okay, I can't reach a talisman right now! It's because of how I'm being carried. That's all! That's all!! Don't think it's anything else! Hello! HELLO!?

His hand twitches slightly. Ha! Progress!! I moved my hand twice in a short while! He feels his eyes widen at seeing the puppets suddenly appear. I don't want to be dragged into your play! Get the fuck out of here!! But Shen Qingqiu is surprised to see that they actually are pulling the vines out of the way. The fuck?

His confusion only deepens at the two exchanging titles. What?! Did you two get married?! How long was I asleep! Why does so much time pass while I'm unconscious! This isn't a thing you can just put a black screen up and tell me that I'm supposed to accept it! Only he closes his eyes. Wei Wuxian, you really do love Xie Lian and willing to marry him?? Was a love confession given so by the two of you! Could it be that Xie Lian was just marrying out just to avoid living in a rough situation? And then being met with someone that admitted fond, true affections was enough to ease his heart?! His mind continues racing about. ]

... congratulations. [ Right, right, I can't just not give those! I'm honestly shocked! Shocked!! I thought your stories were going to end tragically in unrequited love, but instead you guys changed it around! Well done!! ]

Thank you!

[ —he says smoothly, even before he figures out what he's being congratulated for. Useful puppets? Knowing the way to A-Qiu's house? Congratulations to his wife for being so strong?

Or... that "dearest husband" remark. Does A-Qiu really think they're married? The poor man. He's infatuated (clearly) with Xie Lian, but still generous enough to offer his congratulations. He'll clear the matter up in a moment, but for now he'll say: ]

We're very happy. Oh look, we're here!

[ A half-shredded puppet yanks a crop of thorns away from the door. Wei Wuxian gazes at it for a moment. He's frankly amazed that the house is still standing, given what kind of "pet" Keigo's been keeping. Is it even safe to go inside?

...

Who knows! Pushing the door open now and going inside. He'll go first and find out how big and how hungry the dragon is. ]

Edited 2019-01-20 00:40 (UTC)

[Wait, congratulations for what? What does he--] Ah.

[It takes that "We're very happy" comment for Xie Lian to start to get the idea, his smile stiffening slightly at the revelation...he's hard-pressed between laughing and crying, what's an appropriate reaction to have to this, he doesn't know?

But it seems they've reached the house before he has time to think of a proper answer, and he turns his attention to focus on that instead. Following inside!]

...Where is your room, Shifu? You said you needed medicine?

[Safe questions. Important questions!]

Good.

[ Seriously, how much time has passed?! Oh well. So long as you two are happy, what can I say??

He wishes he could open his arms up to show the same confusion in gesture. The most that he is able to do is turn his hands over. Could a sick person do that! Okay, okay. I know it. I do! But I really don't want people to chase after me and tell me to take medicine!

But thankful for everyone, the dragon has been re-located to some cave. Shen Qingqiu isn't sure what he would do if that was a roommate as well -- help it build its horde? What would it even horde?! Ah, there's that word! It's time to get used to it since it's going to be in everyone's vocabulary when they talk to me!!

He starts to explain where his room is before he remembers that his "nightwear" are on the bed. No!! I can't show my room! I didn't think I would have any guests and if I invited any sister over, I would have done after I hid those! I just wanted some fucking casual pajamas!! ]

You ... you don't need... to take me so far. [ Breathing in slow, he gathers his strength. He decides to just give up struggling too much as that's what's draining him the most. Right, to explain things! ] I have none here... there is no medicine that came with me. But if my meridians are cleared, that will ... help.

[ He knows where Keigo's room is, having barged into it before to gawp at the egg, so A-Qiu's room must be the other one, by simple process of elimination (he'd barged into that one, too). But as soon as he barges into it (again), he— ]

Ack!

[ —barges right out again and shuts the door. Because there's a dog!!! On the bed!!! Okay, it's not actually a dog, he can tell that much, but it reminds him of a dog, and that's reason enough not to go in there.

He waves to Xie Lian. ]

Just, ah, just set him on the sofa, for now.

[ To A-Qiu: ]

I'm not a physician, but as far as I can tell, your meridians are fine. I'm not sure how I'd go about directly clearing them. I mean... we could try "mutual cultivation."

[ That's a giant euphemism in his world, for relations between cultivators, but they're both men so obviously it's not an issue. Obviously. ]

I mean, just to get your spiritual energy circulating.

[ Obviously!!! ]

Edited 2019-01-20 04:20 (UTC)

[That sudden yell was kind of--well, sudden? Xie Lian can't help glancing curiously in the direction of the now-closed door as he moves to deposit their patient on the sofa....

...Okay the following comments get curious looks too, actually, everything Wei Wuxian does feels like a constant stream of question marks.]

Mutual cultivation?

[Should he know that term? He feels like he should know it.]

[ He feels his throat contract at hearing that yell. He waits for his entire face to be ripped clean, but it isn't?? His eyes open to look towards the young man returning.

Wei Wuxian! You really are a true prince! I take back thinking of you as a villain! I somewhat take back your undressing me in the streets -- I understand, you were worried! But!! You really understand the situation! You didn't even loudly exclaim what you saw! Though, you did loudly exclaim... it's fine! Really, really!! You are my frog-bro!!

His warm feelings increase as he is set upon the sofa. But he feels the freezing touch of worry at hearing that his meridians are fine. Wait, wait, how could that be?! His eyes widen as he recalls hallucinating earlier but when that stopped, he assumed the rest of his issues would go away, too. Like one of those stories, it lasts but a few days in order to promote sympathy then is gone just as quickly. But wait, could this actually be lingering?!

But what if it isn't? Object of elimination. I can't tell right now. Mutual cultivation. Oh! So both of them would place their hands upon pressure points? I can't say I've ever had that happen, and it's a bit dicey, but well, it's not like we have too many choices in front of us. ]

Such a thing is fine with me.

[ Xie Lian has........no clue what he's talking about. He's clearly very pure and innocent. Which is actually somewhat concerning, if he was about to be married.

But Shen Qingqiu... didn't he agree to that far too easily? Without even flinching? Actually, didn't he agree to kissing every day awfully easily too?

What..... does it mean.........? ]

Edited 2019-01-20 07:07 (UTC)

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