[Oh, loft buddies. But here is Childe! He closes and locks the door, as requested, though he walks all the way up to the stairs before he takes his shoes off. What a butt.]
It's polite to come down and greet someone properly, you know.
i find that deeply unlikely which is so unfortunate
You can sit wherever you'd like. [ he does sit up though, which is like, slightly less rude. gu yun's got a little bit of a hangover today, which is terrible, but he's not dying or anything so. ]
[He snorts, leaning back against the couch. Wow. Très charming.]
Hardly. [Who's the flirt in this room because it's not him!! He's been caring and friendly for like three days and it's already boring as hell, when will someone stab him.] Sounds like that's going to have to change, though, according to our hosts.
[Good to know they're of the same mind. (It's not good it's terrible.)
He draws a hand out of his pocket, counting on his fingers.]
Bed multiple people in one day, or at the same time. Alternatively, sleeping with someone who's slept with someone else, or doing so in public. [All these kinks and he sounds like he's talking about the weather, since his tone doesn't change at all; if he has any strong feelings about any of them, he doesn't show it. He drops his hand, shrugging.] Among other things.
Oh, so that's why you were asking me. [ unfortunately, he at least kind of put it together by the end, but having the details? delightful. gu yun's facial expression gets shittier by the moment, his eyebrows rising up into his hairline.
instead of offering up any information on pride he just continues, chin in his hand. ] Well? How're you doing?
he snorts, though, shifting to roll over and lay on his back, instead. lifting his hand, he counts off on his fingers. ]
Win handily at things. Get someone to worship you. Be the most important person in the room. [ these are all things he's good at! ] Though, I've got something for 'in public', too.
It was a lot of the same, though far less lewd. I guess that's to be expected of Lust, though. [ a beat. ] Pride's a prickly one. It's unlikely they'll talk to you much, if you try - I had the in.
[ it goes unsaid, but, he'll take care of talking to pride. not that he'll stop childe from doing it, if he wants to, but... ]
[Wow, that's so unfair? He wants "win at things"? He's going to talk to the manager.
--But no, he doesn't seem all that fazed about his, uh, assignment. There's a blank look on his face as he stares off to the side, clearly deep in thought.]
why the privacy, why the hoods, why the aliases. ] I'm sure there's someone, or something, above them. I just don't know what, and I couldn't get anything down that road.
[ also sucks to suck etc ] I think we'll find out who they are eventually - but I think it's going to take time.
They're unsuitable as well. [The names. It was something he noticed with Lust, and if Gu Yun says Pride is prickly...] It wouldn't surprise me if they were given by someone else.
[Says """Tartaglia""".
Maybe he shouldn't be making a snap judgment, but he's willing to change his mind if he's proven wrong. For now, though--]
Doesn't it always? [It's fine. He can be patient. For now, he's still just waiting for the other shoe to drop.
That said.
He knows they both agree the walls have ears--even this conversation could very well be overheard, though it's a risk Childe's willing to take for the sake of having... something of an ally. Still, his eyes are sharp as he glances at Gu Yun, unmatched to his light tone.] Then I suppose there's nothing for it but to take advantage of their suggestions.
[A.k.a., time to play along, and at least pretend to buy what they're selling, until the time is right.]
[ a beat, and then, with that same, conscious change of language: ] If there's anything particularly sensitive, let's speak it like this.
There are at least two others who speak it as well, though.
[ use it sparingly, of course, goes unsaid. ] Pride seems to believe things will become dangerous quickly. I think there may be a limit on how many desires will be granted.
[ he's just as light, but toe to toe with childe's keen eyes. they really are the same sort of person.
gu yun gives a wave of his hand after that, seemingly brushing away the rest of the conversation. it does tie in to his easier, jamjar translated language, which comes easily. ] The more we indulge, the faster we get those wishes granted, hm? May as well not bite the hand that feeds you.
[He presses his lips together, looking--not displeased, exactly, but distracted, despite the nod he gives in return. He spent long enough in Liyue (and their languages are close enough) that he has an idea of what he wants to say, but he lacks the words, even metaphorical, to convey it outside of his own language.
So instead, he just says--]
Who?
[Let's be real he can probably guess by the names but he doesn't want to make assumptions.
Also, he snorts but he is. Tragically. Smiling. Awful.]
[ wow. gu yun looks bored, though his eyes are still very twinkly and mischievous. ]
Have you ever slept with someone before? If this is your pillow talk, you ought to write them an apology letter. [ says gu yun who you and i both know is a virgin
anyway ] And this is a situation of mutual beneficience, is it not? You can worship me, if you like. Might kill two birds with one stone.
[Childe gives him a look that very clearly reads don't play stupid. Please. After the conversation they just had? Gu Yun wouldn't buy it for a second, and even if did--]
I told you I don't like deception.
[But.
You know what? That's not a half-bad idea.
Childe pulls the other glove off, tucking it neatly into his pocket, stopping at the bedside. That done, he reaches out--if Gu Yun will let him, he'll reach down, gently knocking Gu Yun's hands out of the way so he can take hold of his chin.
This is definitely not something he would've done normally, even though he's not a virgin, but it's happened to him here at least twice, so. He's a quick learner.]
Then again, you never did get to see what I look like when I lie. I suppose singing your praises would be a good demonstration.
[Childe you met like four days ago stop acting like you've known each other for twenty years]
sure, he will let him, though. gu yun doesn't back off of anything - he's just easily reactionary, letting his hands drop without being knocked away to let childe take his chin if he really wants. internally, he's screaming a little, but externally, he is cool as a cucumber, mouth pulled up in a terrible little smirk, looking like he's quite enjoying himself. ]
How are you planning on singing my praises when you barely know who I am? [ gu yun hums, that mischief clear as day in his dark eyes. ] I suppose bullshitting is a natural talent, but I do so like to be impressed.
[ says gu yun, king of bullshit, as he is doing right now. he's going to make this so hard on you, childe. ]
[This would be so much easier on me if Childe hated this as much as I do instead of being so "/shrugs" about it. Alas. At least the tables will turn when he finds out Gu Yun's all talk.
He's certainly not a master of seduction, that is not his wheelhouse--but he knows enough, and more importantly, he knows people. And Gu Yun reminds him enough of himself that this won't even be that hard.]
I know enough.
[He lifts one leg to rest his knee on the bed, next to Gu Yun. How funny it is that he's been so close to so many people lately, and not a single one has tried to knife him in the gut yet. Is this what it's like to not be a villain? Amazing.
And if Gu Yun isn't going to put up a fight, then he's not going to tiptoe around doing his, ah, job. Asking for permission? Hah. Gu Yun's a grown man, he can shove him off if Childe does something he doesn't like. So he leans even closer, nipping at Gu Yun's jaw.]
You're strong. You're smart. You're capable. You already know you're attractive. [It costs him nothing to admit objective facts, so. This is no blow to his own pride.]
honestly it just comes down to necessity - it comes down to playing along. the rules of this place seem so cleanly laid out, but gu yun deeply doubts that they are, and the mysteries of it have only just begun to unravel. all they can really do right now is hurry up and wait.
gu yun's a good actor. whether he knows his way through a situation or not, you will never see him sweat. that, and he's got the upper hand here, so, if childe wants to achieve his indulgence points like this, gu yun won't be the one to stop him. he tips his chin up and out of the way with the attention, never quite unguarded, but more like allowing. indulging. ]
I could've told you that. [ there's an easy tease to the way he talks, though his voice drops a little lower, quieter now, picking up on this unfortunate business UST that we're going to be stuck with for the next several weeks. ]
[The problem with Gu Yun acting for all the world like he's experienced is that it means Childe is going to assume that he's, well, experienced. (Not that he'd be treating Gu Yun like a shy maiden regardless, but still.) It means he has no problem with climbing onto Gu Yun's lap, letting go of his chin to place his hand onto his chest and push him down. Know your place, O Marquis of Bottoming.
Honestly, it's debatable how good of a job he'd try to do at this, if not for the fact that Gu Yun can already make fun of him for his language and his archery skills. He'd rather not add to the ammunition because of his disinterest.
And besides, Gu Yun isn't the only one who's a good actor, when necessity calls for it. The time for his actual favorite type of lust will come later, he's certain of that. He can be patient. Following the rules suits him, for now.]
So impatient... I've barely started. [He raises an eyebrow, amused.] But I can wax poetic about your looks, if you'd prefer.
[Like. If he's going to go over-the-top with his flattery, he'd rather pick something he actually respects? But he can ramble about Gu Yun's most useless feature too, sure.]
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It's polite to come down and greet someone properly, you know.
i find that deeply unlikely which is so unfortunate
[ fucking white people ]
You can sit wherever you'd like. [ he does sit up though, which is like, slightly less rude. gu yun's got a little bit of a hangover today, which is terrible, but he's not dying or anything so. ]
LET ME DREAM
But Childe will make his way on up, hands in his pockets, and take a seat on the couch.]
You seem like you've been busy.
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[ you hoe ]
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Hardly. [Who's the flirt in this room because it's not him!! He's been caring and friendly for like three days and it's already boring as hell, when will someone stab him.] Sounds like that's going to have to change, though, according to our hosts.
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[ gu yun shifts where he's flopped, rolling over to perch his chin in his hand and actually listen, now, the conversation more serious. ]
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[Or amongst different people. Which, in truth, it still might--but that's what meticulous cross-checking is for.]
They also gave me some examples of ways to "indulge", as they say. And they mentioned that some ways are better than others.
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[ yeah, he had a conversation with pride, too. ] What'd they suggest?
closes eyes
He draws a hand out of his pocket, counting on his fingers.]
Bed multiple people in one day, or at the same time. Alternatively, sleeping with someone who's slept with someone else, or doing so in public. [All these kinks and he sounds like he's talking about the weather, since his tone doesn't change at all; if he has any strong feelings about any of them, he doesn't show it. He drops his hand, shrugging.] Among other things.
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instead of offering up any information on pride he just continues, chin in his hand. ] Well? How're you doing?
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What did Pride say to you?
[Trade up first, mister.]
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he snorts, though, shifting to roll over and lay on his back, instead. lifting his hand, he counts off on his fingers. ]
Win handily at things. Get someone to worship you. Be the most important person in the room. [ these are all things he's good at! ] Though, I've got something for 'in public', too.
It was a lot of the same, though far less lewd. I guess that's to be expected of Lust, though. [ a beat. ] Pride's a prickly one. It's unlikely they'll talk to you much, if you try - I had the in.
[ it goes unsaid, but, he'll take care of talking to pride. not that he'll stop childe from doing it, if he wants to, but... ]
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--But no, he doesn't seem all that fazed about his, uh, assignment. There's a blank look on his face as he stares off to the side, clearly deep in thought.]
...What do you make of these names of theirs?
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why the privacy, why the hoods, why the aliases. ] I'm sure there's someone, or something, above them. I just don't know what, and I couldn't get anything down that road.
[ also sucks to suck etc ] I think we'll find out who they are eventually - but I think it's going to take time.
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[Says """Tartaglia""".
Maybe he shouldn't be making a snap judgment, but he's willing to change his mind if he's proven wrong. For now, though--]
Doesn't it always? [It's fine. He can be patient. For now, he's still just waiting for the other shoe to drop.
That said.
He knows they both agree the walls have ears--even this conversation could very well be overheard, though it's a risk Childe's willing to take for the sake of having... something of an ally. Still, his eyes are sharp as he glances at Gu Yun, unmatched to his light tone.] Then I suppose there's nothing for it but to take advantage of their suggestions.
[A.k.a., time to play along, and at least pretend to buy what they're selling, until the time is right.]
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[ a beat, and then, with that same, conscious change of language: ] If there's anything particularly sensitive, let's speak it like this.
There are at least two others who speak it as well, though.
[ use it sparingly, of course, goes unsaid. ] Pride seems to believe things will become dangerous quickly. I think there may be a limit on how many desires will be granted.
[ he's just as light, but toe to toe with childe's keen eyes. they really are the same sort of person.
gu yun gives a wave of his hand after that, seemingly brushing away the rest of the conversation. it does tie in to his easier, jamjar translated language, which comes easily. ] The more we indulge, the faster we get those wishes granted, hm? May as well not bite the hand that feeds you.
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So instead, he just says--]
Who?
[Let's be real he can probably guess by the names but he doesn't want to make assumptions.
Also, he snorts but he is. Tragically. Smiling. Awful.]
I suppose you did ask for dinner.
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Shovel. Fan. Can't believe I have to dumb this down for you.
[ that's good enough. just in case someone is listening - he'll figure it out. (also, he knows he doesn't have to dumb it down, but it's still funny.
so! with that, gu yun rolls back over, propping his chin in both of his hands now and putting on his most utterly terrible cheshire cat smile. ]
Are you propositioning me, Childe? [ bad ]
this icon is representative of me and will be for the rest of this godawful cr henceforth
He finally stands up from the couch, starting to tug one of his gloves off as he moves closer.]
Well, we certainly can't let the--what was it? Flower of the Northwest wither away, now can we.
[I want to die.]
You'd be more useful to me if you'd already "indulged", but I guess I can make do.
[Romantic.]
i woke up first thing and tagged this just to make up for leaving you to suffer
Have you ever slept with someone before? If this is your pillow talk, you ought to write them an apology letter. [ says gu yun who you and i both know is a virgin
anyway ] And this is a situation of mutual beneficience, is it not? You can worship me, if you like. Might kill two birds with one stone.
[ wink! ]
Is this not simply a new form of suffering
I told you I don't like deception.
[But.
You know what? That's not a half-bad idea.
Childe pulls the other glove off, tucking it neatly into his pocket, stopping at the bedside. That done, he reaches out--if Gu Yun will let him, he'll reach down, gently knocking Gu Yun's hands out of the way so he can take hold of his chin.
This is definitely not something he would've done normally, even though he's not a virgin, but it's happened to him here at least twice, so. He's a quick learner.]
Then again, you never did get to see what I look like when I lie. I suppose singing your praises would be a good demonstration.
[Childe you met like four days ago stop acting like you've known each other for twenty years]
our sin is despair
sure, he will let him, though. gu yun doesn't back off of anything - he's just easily reactionary, letting his hands drop without being knocked away to let childe take his chin if he really wants. internally, he's screaming a little, but externally, he is cool as a cucumber, mouth pulled up in a terrible little smirk, looking like he's quite enjoying himself. ]
How are you planning on singing my praises when you barely know who I am? [ gu yun hums, that mischief clear as day in his dark eyes. ] I suppose bullshitting is a natural talent, but I do so like to be impressed.
[ says gu yun, king of bullshit, as he is doing right now. he's going to make this so hard on you, childe. ]
It truly is
He's certainly not a master of seduction, that is not his wheelhouse--but he knows enough, and more importantly, he knows people. And Gu Yun reminds him enough of himself that this won't even be that hard.]
I know enough.
[He lifts one leg to rest his knee on the bed, next to Gu Yun. How funny it is that he's been so close to so many people lately, and not a single one has tried to knife him in the gut yet. Is this what it's like to not be a villain? Amazing.
And if Gu Yun isn't going to put up a fight, then he's not going to tiptoe around doing his, ah, job. Asking for permission? Hah. Gu Yun's a grown man, he can shove him off if Childe does something he doesn't like. So he leans even closer, nipping at Gu Yun's jaw.]
You're strong. You're smart. You're capable. You already know you're attractive. [It costs him nothing to admit objective facts, so. This is no blow to his own pride.]
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honestly it just comes down to necessity - it comes down to playing along. the rules of this place seem so cleanly laid out, but gu yun deeply doubts that they are, and the mysteries of it have only just begun to unravel. all they can really do right now is hurry up and wait.
gu yun's a good actor. whether he knows his way through a situation or not, you will never see him sweat. that, and he's got the upper hand here, so, if childe wants to achieve his indulgence points like this, gu yun won't be the one to stop him. he tips his chin up and out of the way with the attention, never quite unguarded, but more like allowing. indulging. ]
I could've told you that. [ there's an easy tease to the way he talks, though his voice drops a little lower, quieter now, picking up on this unfortunate business UST that we're going to be stuck with for the next several weeks. ]
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Honestly, it's debatable how good of a job he'd try to do at this, if not for the fact that Gu Yun can already make fun of him for his language and his archery skills. He'd rather not add to the ammunition because of his disinterest.
And besides, Gu Yun isn't the only one who's a good actor, when necessity calls for it. The time for his actual favorite type of lust will come later, he's certain of that. He can be patient. Following the rules suits him, for now.]
So impatient... I've barely started. [He raises an eyebrow, amused.] But I can wax poetic about your looks, if you'd prefer.
[Like. If he's going to go over-the-top with his flattery, he'd rather pick something he actually respects? But he can ramble about Gu Yun's most useless feature too, sure.]
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yaywon is going to lose her marbles at unlocks
yaywon we made it through weekend 0 that was the best we could do
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they be banging. unfortunate.
the most businesslike bang in the world
lie back and think of great liang,
and then we got derailed
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we now resume your tragically regularly-scheduled nsfw
fucking for business purposes