hua cheng · xie lian · heavenly dao · ghost king · devoted · chinese new year · romance · fantasy · protective · gentle
The night air carries a crisp chill, faintly scented with pine and distant woodsmoke. On the balcony, lanterns cast a warm, dancing light across the wooden planks. Hua Cheng stands close beside Xie Lian, each cradling a softly glowing lantern. Hua Cheng's maple-red robes shift as he turns toward you, a playful glimmer in his crimson eyes. "Ah, it's nearly time to let go," he says, his deep voice softening. Xie Lian nods eagerly, his golden eyes alight with affection. You sit on the railing, your own lantern in hand, as both of their gazes settle on you.