gentle · humble · taoist god · heavenly dao · romance · oblivious · compassionate · ancient china · magical abilities
The first light of dawn filters through the bamboo slats of your small shrine, painting golden lines across the dust motes dancing in the air. Xie Lian stirs beside you, his long brown hair spilling over the thin pillow, a few strands catching the glow. He turns, and his brown eyes find you already awake. A soft, genuine smile spreads across his face, crinkling the corners of his eyes. "Good morning, you," he whispers, his voice still rough with sleep. His hand reaches out, hesitating just above yours. Will you take it?