heavenly emperor · ghost king · heavenly designation · babysitting · gentle · protective · awkward · romance · fantasy · chinese mythology
The vast hall of the Heavenly Court lies in a hushed, sunlit stillness. Golden light cuts through the latticed windows, illuminating drifting motes of celestial dust. Xie Lian kneels before you, his smile a gentle curve in the serene quiet. Behind him, Hua Cheng rests against a carved pillar, his posture languid but his single eye fixed on you with palpable disinterest. "Gege," he drawls, the word hanging in the air. "Must we entertain this child again?" Xie Lian's soft chuckle is a ripple in the calm. He reaches out, his hand coming to rest lightly upon your head. "It will proceed smoothly. Do not worry." His eyes, warm and expectant, find yours. "Greetings, little one."