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𝑐ℎ𝑜𝑛𝑔𝑦𝑢𝑛 ❄ ([personal profile] cutcloud) wrote2022-03-05 11:37 pm
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INBOX TEXT ► un: jueyun chili

AUDIO ► call: "Hello, this is Chongyun. Please leave a note and I will respond as quickly as possible."

VIDEO ► facetime

ACTION ► [ a small mailbox with a rusty latch, with the characters 重云 scribbled across the front plate in neat handwriting; the worn old door has #19 blazed across its wood, in a building just off one of the main streets in Tamamo territory. ]

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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-12 02:49 am (UTC)(link)
How about this, if that storyteller disappoints then I'll narrate some tales for you. I'll even go ahead and brew something you favor. Cooled of course, for your enjoyment.

Most unfortunate, but I wouldn't doubt there are ways to obtain weapons or other tools here. It only seems logical that there would be armaments to be found. For now, only skill, so even if it is only a friendly match you can't hold back. But you already know that. Then let's discuss a time and date when we meet.

And I suppose I may as well make a confession. I've directly contacted people I have never exchanged words in person. There you go. So that route isn't solely taken by clan leaders. It's effective.

Now let me take a breath, I really am feeling self-conscious. So then. Tonight. Tonight will do.
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-13 12:34 am (UTC)(link)
( ooc: end. just kidding. it never ends because i want them to have that talk ♥ )

[ Obviously, they're set to meet at Xingqiu's place, a studio flat because he has better things to spend his hard-earned money on than some luxurious apartment, wasteful pretentiousness is unnecessary gaudy when here managing his finances has become all the more important. Yes, he drop money on a second phone, that he saw as an investment. AS for the flat, the kitchen and bathroom are tidy enough, but the rest might need someone to give care. The few books he has obtained are neatly set against a wall. But there are articles of clothes on the single armchair, his bed is unmade, and his table seems more like a place for projects than for eating any meals.

It's the tabletop that has it worst. There are books there too, one with a bookmark at the very center. There are also some notebooks, some new, others clearly are in use. A scroll with beautiful calligraphy is unrolled to the point it is hanging off the table, then there is Xingqiu's latest project: an attempt to produce a map of the city for himself.

When he hears the knock, the door is immediately opened for his friend. Left behind is his usual attire, in a shirt that clearly indicates he knows what he is up to and he won't go without wearing shorts, is Xingqiu, very casual of him. ]


Well, you're finally here. Tea? Biscuits? A poptart?

[ He steps aside to welcome Chongyun inside. ]
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-14 02:54 am (UTC)(link)
[ Once Chongyun is inside, the door is closed and then locked.

At the mention that anything would due, his eyes light with a sly gleam, a mild smile grows mischievous but he would never do anything so obvious as to offer Chongyun something to get a reaction out of him in this manner. However, that impish look remains even as he patters off on bare feet to the small section that is his kitchen. Tea, yes, tea that's expected and he knows Chongyun's preference all too well. Brewing the drink first, water had already been set to boil before his friend's arrival in preparation.

He just had to steep the tea leaves, he would set aside the teapot to allow time for just that before turning his attention back towards his friend. He crosses his arm as he watches the tidying of his bed. Really, it's unnecessary given how late it is, he would likely make a mess of it again soon.

Following his friend's line of sight, gazing at the stacks of books and scrolls, he knows Chongyun would never comprehend the methodology behind the chaos. Despite what seems like a disorganized mess, there is nothing lost within these walls. ]


An attempt to create one...

[ Lines are straight, buildings, structures are scaled to size. Roads and other pathways are marked. The trouble as always is the letters denoting what each place is. His handwriting continues to be an issue. It's impossible for him to be satisfied with what he has created for that reason. ]

But this map is not why I asked you to come.
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-14 08:01 pm (UTC)(link)
[ It’s a painstakingly slow progress, which explains why the map has yet to be completed. A boy whose penmanship is lacking wouldn’t be an artist either but it is pride that drives him to seek the path of perfection, that is why he once scribed upon a cover a signature in beautiful calligraphy hailed by many living in a far off archipelago for its artistry. Of course, that took him a whole night but he was content with the results even if exhausted the following day.

Soon at Chongyun’s side, he watches fingers barely ghost over the lines of his work almost in reverence. Foreign to him, impulsivity takes hold and it leads him to reach out for his friend’s hand, holding it securely as he looks down at his own work as if watching the view from a rooftop. ]


Thank you. I just thought it may be useful…

[ Returning to the main topic of conversation which brought about this reunion, he nods. Despite running over several scenarios of how to open this conversation up he realizes he hasn’t settled on a choice. Slowly he releases his hold, the one where he began to lace their fingers together and moves back to the kitchen to finish preparing that tea. ]

It’s not often you visit the Wanwen Bookhouse is it? So then… well just on the off chance you may have heard of it but do you know of a novel titled A Legend of Sword?

[ His words are delivered slowly, almost hesitantly, the result of the embarrassment he spoke of earlier. ]
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-19 03:47 am (UTC)(link)
[ With the tea steeped, poured into a cup for Chongyun he takes a pause to contemplate whether or not to add sugar to the drink. Some people seemed to favor that route, others even went as far as to combine the drink with milk, but ultimately he sticks to what is known. All that's left is to cool the beverage, which is quickly done by grabbing a few ice cubes. Yes, it would water down the flavor but he is being merciful. The cup is held before his lips, despite the ice floating on the surface, he blows a cooling breath before presenting the tea to Chongyun. ]

Give it a moment, I don't believe it's completely cooled.

[ With Chongyun's tea delivered he goes to grab the teapot and a second cup for himself, this time when he returns he settles on a partially empty chair which means he is sitting on a few articles of clothing. Don't judge him! ]

Anyway, I'm not surprised you've heard nothing of it, aside from the genre not being one you favor, well, it's not particularly popular in Liyue. Actually, I would say that it was a complete failure there. [ A short titter follows, nervous before he falls quiet and opts to pour himself some tea before taking a sip. ]

You know, that initial manuscript was rejected several times over, by several publishers so I went ahead and printed a few copies myself.
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-21 01:38 am (UTC)(link)
[ Alas, it is too late for the sweater now, Xingqiu set his ass right down on top of it. In the end, it is his sweater, he'll wear that thing even if it becomes nothing but a bundle of wrinkles. At home only, of course.

Looking at Chongyun listening, he realizes quickly his friend is not picking up on a single hint but it's hardly shocking. He lowers his gaze then to the teacup which he picks up once again for another sip. It doesn't get any easier, the more he hesitates, the slower he is to make the revelation and it only adds to his own embarrassment. Few, or rather close to no one knows that he is the author of the work. Most know of Zhenyu, but only the traveler and Mr. Kreideprinz are aware that it is his penname. ]


No, that book, it left me deeply wounded by its reception in Liyue.

[ Failure was an experience, a painful and terrible one. Shaken by the lack of attention his novel received along with a few scathing reviews, of course, he hadn't imagined it would be successful someplace so far away. For that, he had to thank the artist, it must have been the style in which the illustrations were created that brought its initial popularity before anyone ever read the text contained. ]

Perhaps, I was a bit too prideful and confident that my own work would succeed. As I said, it was a failure in our homeland.
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-22 03:42 am (UTC)(link)
[ From where he sits he gets to gaze upon a face as realization dawns upon it. Chongyun finally fully comprehends what his words meant and with that one of his secrets so closely guarded has been revealed. The authorship of a book that he has kept under wraps. Embarrassment for failure isn't his sole motivator to keep any rumors from spreading, at least through Liyue, he doesn't need his father or brother breathing down his neck.

It's a hobby, a distraction, and although he isn't meant to inherit the family business there are still expectations placed upon him, and being an author should not coincide with them. Much like everything else he loves...

But now he can only smile at his friend, even as he is asked a question with an obvious answer. ]


Maybe so but... Stop that Chongyun. [ His face is flushed, it's hard not to feel a little self-conscious, but he still appears contented. ]

Anyway, I guess there is more. While it never gained any traction back home, across the sea in Inazuma, it actually became quite popular. It's why I've been able to continue writing.
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-24 02:50 am (UTC)(link)
[ Not only in Inazuma, but his book is also extremely popular in Fontaine but since we need a thousand new patches, updates, and who knows how many years it will take to get there that place will be left unmentioned. The sole cause for the pleasant feeling is not solely the encouragement he feels coming from his friend, it was almost relieving to reveal that information to Chongyun. Enough so that a sigh almost escapes him, but he knows there is a warning he must give with the information he has revealed about himself.

While he doesn't wish for the knowledge he has penned a book to spread through this city, it would be much worse for him if anyone in Liyue knew of this. ]


Not here. No. I never thought to seek out my own work. Actually, perhaps it is available for purchase. I did find The Boar Princess on sale within one of the bookshops.

[ So books that originate from Teyvat are available. There is a chance, but the idea of Chongyun reading his book only prolongs his flushed state. ]

Uh. Chongyun. I know I told you this, but if I may ask for a favor. Don't share this with anyone. I know no one else here originates from Liyue but it would be for the best if word never got back home.
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-25 04:23 am (UTC)(link)
[ Mere precautions, he has done well so far in keeping his identity a secret, even knowing that book sales likely would have gone better had he penned his tales under his true name. But where was the merit in that? Besides, he didn't need his father and older brother breathing down his neck. It's a distraction, like his time spent in the Wanwen Bookhouse or his devotion to chivalry and the martial arts. ]

Perhaps I should have told you sooner, but truthfully only Mr. Calx and the traveler are aware I am the author of that book. Of course, I didn't intentionally reveal that information to our traveler friend. It just happened... I couldn't ignore assisting them with a commission.

...has your tea cooled enough? It's getting late.
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-25 07:34 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Watching Chongyun get up he can't help but to feel a little regret that he bothered to mention the tea. With a sigh, Xingqiu leans into the spot his friend had been sitting in, there is still that lingering warmth. ]

Well, no. I did mention Mr. Calx and the traveler. Mr. Calx does the illustrations for my work, as for the traveler, as I said before they needed some assistance with a commission. They had a delivery to make for the author of The Legend of Sword.

[ And given that he is the author, well, it meant revealing he had penned that novel. ]

But this is different. This is something I decided to do, not because we're collaborating through our work or either one of us needing assistance. I wanted you to know. That's all.
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-26 03:59 pm (UTC)(link)
Chongyun, I'll be honest with you, if it wasn't for the fact that we're here it's likely I would have never made a mention of it. But the feeling has been there for some time now, but I hope you understand. I want to finish my work someday.

[ Just that last installment and then maybe he could be content to never write again? No, probably not, but they're not as young as they used to be, they're getting older. They're practically on the verge of what is considered adulthood even if they're already loaded with responsibilities, there would likely be more to come. Perhaps one day he won't be able to join Chongyun on any of those spirit hunting adventures. ]

Well... I am not completely certain. I told you before I could only think of ugly things, but now I can't even get my thoughts together for a story. There is too much going on that needs attention.

But if you want me to write.
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-04-28 11:47 pm (UTC)(link)
[ His laugh is a short chime of a bell. The only echo left is his smile.

He too wishes to do what he wants (doesn't everyone?), but he won't always be able to take a moment and seek solitude away from responsibility. To be good, to do good, it meant he had to act with not just his own needs in mind, the Feiyun Commerce Guild had to one day take precedence. Fortunately, his father still heads the organization, there is no burden yet, but eventually, everything would be left in his older brother's hands and Xingqiu still sees him as ill-equipped for the task.

Yet, knowing this, having found all the time he could ever wish to do as he pleased, this doesn't truly feel like freedom. Not for him, when he seeks his journey in their own world. Whatever might await him. Besides, he isn't so bored of Liyue and all the surrounding nations that he would want to continue exploring here. ]


I intend to. There is no way I would leave my work unfinished.

[ No matter what. He has made good progress on the current draft. ]

So, do you plan to stay the night?
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-05-04 12:29 am (UTC)(link)
Chongyun, why would it be any trouble?

[ There would be no problem for him. All he had to was arrange things so that — right he has that one bed — they could share! They're both men anyway unless his friend was talking about all those rules between different factions. Like he is going to let something like that stop him, there is nothing wrong with this, it's much as they may have done back in Liyue. Share a room at an inn, cover under some rocky outcropping from a storm or even the times they were forced to camp out for the night. Okay, maybe that last one didn't end too well for him, but the time spent with Chongyun was worth having to hear a long lecture from his brother.

Anyway, even Chongyun planned to protest, Xingqiu is already up and bustling about to get things ready to have his friend spend the night. Not that there is much for him to do since Chongyun already cleared out his bed making it all nice and neat. ]


Do you want something to wear for the night?

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