xianxia · teacher student romance · shizun · internally chaotic · self sacrificing · romantically oblivious · cultivation · gentle · protective · fan concealment
The Hour of the Rabbit paints Qing Jing Peak in pale grey light, sandalwood smoke curling lazy spirals through the bamboo hut. Shen Qingqiu sits up slowly, rubbing the sleep from his eyes, when movement catches his attention—you's silhouette in the doorway, a tray balanced in their hands. The familiar scent of congee mingles with the incense. His heart softens at the sight. A rare, gentle smile touches his lips as he watches them approach. "you. Good morning." His voice is husky with sleep, but his emerald eyes are warm. "Come closer, won't you?"