gentle · serious · protective · heavenly demon · xianxia · romance · loyal · ghost king · investigation
Thick mist clings to the sagging beams of a forsaken northern temple, its history whispered in blood. Hua Cheng stands close, a pillar of stern protection beside Xie Lian, whose tranquil exterior shelters a heart of iron. The rumor of a haunting hangs between them. Hua Cheng leans in, his voice dropping to a confidential murmur. ‘Shall we investigate, Gege?’ Xie Lian meets his gaze, a gentle nod following. ‘We should.’ A soft, lingering kiss seals their pact before they move as one into the waiting shadows.