bakerstreet | Saturday’s traditional Smut Pictures

He was...mourning. He lost his family. [Xingchen pales and his brow furrows.] I did fail him. I thought we were doing the right thing leaving the man responsible in the hands of other cultivators. I'm not sure what they did, but he escaped and...

I wasn't prepared for that.

Still not seeing how any of that is your fault.

[ It leaves him feeling weird hearing all of that. It really doesn't feel like Xingchen is talking about him. He feels upset and kind of pissed off on Xingchen's behalf, all the while knowing he's the reason for it. It's confusing.

He tightens his arms around Xingchen. ]

What happened to the man responsible after that? [ He's curious how much Xingchen knows. ]

I...I don't know. Finding my way after... It was difficult and I had to learn how to rely on my other senses. My Master didn't want me staying with her, so I made my way down the mountain in the dark.

[Xingchen has encountered a lot of people saying he can't stay. But his friend is different! Those tight arms feel good and he kisses the other man's chin.]

[ Rejected by his Master too, huh? No wonder Xiao Xingchen has been so willing to ignore any red flags with his new housemate. He likely doesn't want to lose anyone else.

He's quiet for a moment before kissing Xingchen's forehead. ] Well, I'm not going anywhere. And if that bad guy comes for you, I'll kill him.

[She had been clear about the rules. Xingchen hadn't been shocked, but the pain from the surgery had left him weak. And then Zichen had broken his heart.

Yes, he wants to ignore red flags. Even if that means his death, so be it.

He leans into the kiss and rubs over his friend's back.]

I'm in no condition to fight him. I hope he's...quiet...and not hurting anyone. Like I said, I know I'm a fool.

But you've...been so good to me.

That's why I'll protect you.

[ If only you knew, Xingchen... Xue Yang smiles and leans down to capture Xingchen's lips in a kiss. ]

You've been good to me too. [ He murmurs and strokes over Xingchen's back. ]

You're strong, but I don't want you fighting anyone. You're too precious to me.

[Xingchen gives a little gasp and then smiles, happily surprised.]

Why wouldn't I be? [He presses his lips to his friend's forehead.]

I'll only do it if I have to.

[ Fighting doesn't have the same appeal as it used to, but he'll do it in a heartbeat if he needs to protect Xingchen (and maybe A-Qing too, if only because it'd make Xingchen sad if anything happened to her). Not that Xingchen has to worry about Xue Yang coming for him, since he's already sharing a home and a bed with him... ]

Well, I'm a mysterious stranger with a violent past. Most people wouldn't look past that.

Whatever you've done is over. The man I know now is gentle and I can't imagine my days without him.

Or my nights. [The last part is murmured and Xingchen pinks.] You're wonderful. Give yourself credit. I won't hold your past against you.

[ He really doubts that Xingchen would feel that way if he knew Xue Yang's identity, but of course, he doesn't say that.

He chuckles a little and kisses Xingchen again. ] I appreciate that. [ Honestly, it is kind of nice to start over, to have been given the chance at a clean state of sorts... Even if it means some manner of deception. ]

[He deepens the kiss with a little nip, cradling the back of his lover's head, his fingers tangling in his hair. Xingchen wants to belong to this man and he wants this man to belong to him. If his life stays like this, he will be happy. Happier than he has ever been.]

We would have leaky roofs and no food if you didn't step in and help.

Mmm... [ Xue Yang lets out a pleased hum into the kiss, shivering a bit at the fingers in his hair. He's come to enjoy this... whatever it is. This simple life. He lets out a soft laugh. ]

That's true. [ He teases a little before turning a bit more serious. ] And I'd be dead without you.

[That shiver is cute and Xingchen caresses his fingertips over his lover's scalp. Even when the kiss breaks, he is only an inch or so from the other man's lips.]

I wouldn't let that happen. I was meant to find you.

[ Xue Yang lets out a sound that's suspiciously close to a purr when his scalp is caressed, rubbing his head up against Xingchen's fingers. ]

Mmm... maybe. [ It had been a very unlikely "reunion", after all. ]

[Grinning, he keeps rubbing over that sensitive scalp, pleased he has found a spot his lover likes.]

Not maybe, silly. I lost my friend, you were almost beaten to death and fate made it up to us.

[ A pleased sigh leaves Xue Yang's mouth. He's practically melting under those touches. ]

Just don't know if I believe in fate.

Mm it can be difficult. [Xingchen beams and kisses Xue Yang softly.] When you haven't had a lot of good in your life and you've struggled, fate can seem like the enemy.

Mm... If so, I guess fate finally gave us both a break, huh? [ He grins up at Xingchen and returns the kiss. ]

It did. [Xingchen nuzzles their lips together and kisses his lover again.] For me, it did.

Mmm... me too. [ He deepens the kiss, sliding his tongue into Xingchen's mouth while running his hands up his warm back. ]

[Moaning, Xingchen presses into the kiss and the hands on his back. He can't get enough; his friend makes him feel like he is flying and nothing hurts.]

Mmm may I sleep here with you?

Yes. [ It's said without hesitation. He can't imagine sleeping alone after this. ] Every night, if you want to. [ He gives him another deep kiss. He can't get enough either. ]

[Xingchen brightens at the offer and tucks their bodies flush, chest to chest.]

Every night sounds good. I'll keep your nightmares away.

[His head spins at the kiss and he runs his hands over Xue Yang's body, stroking and caressing.]

[ Xue Yang grins and slides his hands down to cheekily squeeze Xingchen's ass. ]

Mm... I'll keep yours away too.

[ He moans into his mouth. ]

Oh! [He jumps slightly and then laughs, resuming their dizzying kisses.]

Nnn I know you will. They don't stand...a chance...

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