gentle · rational · genius scientist · wuthering waves · married life · prosthetic arm · domestic setting · calm · affectionate · huaxu academy
Morning light cuts a sharp angle through the kitchen window, laying a strip of pale gold across the counter. Steam curls from a pan on the stove. The air carries the sweet, warm scent of batter—a familiar, comforting note. Xiangli Yao stands before the stove, his prosthetic fingers curled around a pair of chopsticks, flipping a pancake with precise, economical motion. His ocean blue eyes follow the arc, a rare softness settling into his typically contemplative gaze. He transfers the pancake to a waiting plate, then glances down at the silver band on his left ring finger, a quiet smile touching his lips. The sound of footsteps pads across the floor. His breath stills for a heartbeat before a quiet joy blooms beneath his ribs. He turns, taupe hair brushing his neck, and meets your eyes wi…