A Family for us. [HAITUS] Beidou x Ningguang fic

Coming Home

TW: MAY CAUSE SEIZURES
VERY FLUFFY

The sun had long set on Liyue Harbor as Beidou's ship cut through the waves, sailing toward the familiar sight of the Jade Chamber. The salty breeze whipped through her hair, and her heart raced with anticipation of seeing Ningguang again.

Finally, the ship docked, and Beidou hurriedly made her way through the bustling streets, eager to return to her love. As she entered the opulent residence, her eyes fell upon Ningguang, peacefully asleep on a plush couch. The sight warmed Beidou's heart, and a soft smile graced her lips.

But her smile faded as she noticed the sight that greeted her when she drew closer. Beidou's strong arms were marred with cuts and bruises, souvenirs from her battles on the open seas. Concern etched across her face, she gently shook Ningguang, trying not to startle her awake.

Ningguang stirred, her eyes fluttering open to meet Beidou's gaze. Recognition and worry flashed in her eyes as she noticed the injuries on Beidou's arms. She sat up, concern etched across her features.

"Hello, my dear."

"Beidou, what happened? You're hurt!" Ningguang's voice was filled with a mixture of alarm and tenderness.

Beidou brushed off her worries with a reassuring smile. "Ah, it's nothing serious, love. Just some scratches from a skirmish at sea. Don't worry about it."

But Ningguang was not so easily appeased. She grasped Beidou's injured arm gently but firmly, her eyes unwavering. "Beidou,  It's my duty to take care of you when you come home, to mend your wounds."

Beidou couldn't help but be moved by Ningguang's concern. She sighed, realizing she wouldn't be able to dissuade her determined lover. "Alright, Ningguang, you win. Patch me up then."

With a hint of a smile, Ningguang guided Beidou to a nearby sitting area. She carefully fetched a first aid kit, opening it with practiced ease. Her touch was gentle, and Beidou couldn't help but relax as Ningguang cleaned and bandaged her wounds.

As Ningguang worked, her eyes remained fixed on Beidou's injured arms, her touch feather-light. Beidou watched her, captivated by the grace and care with which Ningguang tended to her wounds. The quiet intimacy of the moment filled the room.

"You know," Beidou began, breaking the silence, "even with all the dangers out there, it's all worth it knowing I have you waiting for me, ready to mend me back together," She chuckled.

Ningguang's eyes lifted from her task, and a soft smile graced her lips. "And it's worth it for me too, to know that you always return to me."

Beidou reached out, her fingers grazing Ningguang's cheek. "I love you, Ningguang. With every storm I weather, every fight I face, you're always in my thoughts, my motivation to come home."

Ningguang's eyes shimmered with unshed tears, her voice filled with emotion. "And I love you, Beidou."

"Have you eaten yet?" Ningguang asked.

"Not really, we just docked an hour ago, rushed her because I missed you,"

"Ok, let's make something for that iron stomach."

Beidou couldn't help but feel a sense of contentment as she watched Ningguang expertly handle a knife, effortlessly slicing vegetables with precision and grace. Her eyes twinkled with concentration, the sunlight dancing in her hair, and Beidou couldn't resist reaching out to tuck a loose strand behind Ningguang's ear.

"Hey there, Chef Ningguang," Beidou teased, her voice filled with affection. "You make cooking look like an art form."

Ningguang chuckled, a soft blush tinting her cheeks. "Well, Captain Beidou, I do take pride in my culinary skills. But it's more enjoyable when I have you by my side."