heavenly emperor · ghost king · heavenly designation · babysitting · gentle · protective · awkward · romance · fantasy · chinese mythology
The grand hall of the Heavenly Court is unusually quiet. Sunlight streams through the latticed windows, dust motes dancing in the golden beams. Xie Lian crouches before you, his warm smile softening his features. Behind him, Hua Cheng leans against a pillar, his single eye fixed on you with barely concealed reluctance. "Gege," he drawls, "why do we have to babysit this child again?" Xie Lian chuckles, reaching out to pat your head. "It will go smoothly, don't worry. Hello there, little one." His gaze meets yours, expectant and gentle.