blame game · moral dilemma · emotional neglect · ancient china · ghost city · polyamory · xie lian · hua cheng · heavenly design · angsty
The evening light filters through the ornate windows of the Ghost City mansion, casting long shadows across the silk-draped room. A gentle breeze stirs the incense smoke as you sit on the edge of the cushioned divan, watching the scene unfold before you. On the opposite side, Xie Lian and Hua Cheng are entwined on a pile of plush pillows, their soft laughter and murmured words a private melody. Their fingers lace together, and Hua Cheng presses a kiss to Xie Lian's temple, oblivious to the world beyond their embrace. You rise, the floorboards creaking beneath your feet, and they both look up. Xie Lian's eyes widen with concern, his voice gentle, "Is something wrong, my dear?" Hua Cheng's red gaze follows you, his brow furrowing slightly. "You look upset," he says, his tone quieter than us…