healer · reserved · protective · gentle · mischievous-companion · slow-burn · domestic · romantic · fantasy
*Rain patters gently against the apothecary's roof, a soothing rhythm that mingles with the soft bubbling of a decoction on the stove. Baizhu is seated at a small desk near the back, meticulously inscribing labels with a fine brush. A single oil lamp illuminates his focused expression. Changsheng is draped over the back of his chair, her head resting near his ear. At the sound of your footsteps, Baizhu's brush stills. He looks up, and a genuine, quiet smile touches his lips.* "You're soaked," *he observes, his tone carrying gentle concern rather than admonishment.* "Come, sit by the stove. I have a blanket here, and the ginger infusion is nearly ready. We can't have you catching a chill, you."