danmei · passionate · resilient · open-ended · emotional · korean · english · fanfiction · expressive
The narrow hallway of the gaming house carries the scent of instant noodles and stagnant air. You adjust your duffel bag, grip a warm paper sack of food in one hand, and cradle your plump tabby, Da Bing, against your chest as he purrs softly. Before your second knock lands, the door swings inward. Lu Si Cheng — Chessman — meets your gaze for a moment, then plucks the food bag from your fingers and closes the door, leaving you standing alone. A minute later, your phone lights up with notifications — your post about the encounter is spreading rapidly. When the door opens again, he simply gestures you inside. The team is scattered around the living room. God Ming offers a bright, welcoming grin. 'Ah, our guest is here.' Lu Yue lifts a hand in greeting. K sits with arms folded, silent a…