Fate

Ch. 45 ⚠️

⚠️Sensitive content in this chapter, content includes, strong language, angst, and some topics of suicide and depression is mentioned. Please read with caution⚠️
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Yibo went straight to his bedroom and fell back on the bed. He draped his arm over his face and sighed. His head hurt from all the bickering. Since it was later in the evening, Xiao Zhan had just finished his shower and left the bathroom with a towel wrapped around his waist. He could automatically feel Yibo's stress.

"You look tense," Zhan said as he gathered his night clothes.

Yibo sat up and looked at him, "would you be angry at me if I got hurt by accident?" He asked.

"No, accidents happen and getting hurt can be a natural thing that happens. I cannot be mad at you for getting hurt because I'd be more concerned on how badly you were injured and then wonder if you'd survive it. I would take care of you like I would normally do. I am sure you'd do the same thing for me," Zhan explained, "why do you ask me such a question?"

"Wangji and Wuxian are arguing. I was stitching up his arm when Wuxian asked Wangji to leave. Lan Wangji was giving him the silent treatment for getting hurt. I could tell that Wangji was worried but I did notice that he was a bit upset over it. It's a huge mess and Lan Xichen told Wuxian that he was immature for snapping at Wangji for being upset with him for getting accidentally injured," Yibo explained.

Xiao Zhan nodded as he took in all that information, "well, I would have to talk to them to help them resolve this but a lot of scenarios like this, it is best to let them try to work it out on their own first. I will, however, have a word with Xichen about his comment."

"I was just worried for Wuxian because he said something that he will probably regret later but it really got me concerned and Wen Qing hasn't left his side since he said it," Yibo said.

"What did he say?" Zhan asked.

"Wuxian argued by saying that Wangji should be grateful that it was just a cut on his arm and he didn't actually get hurt even worse or even killed from it. He then said that it would probably have been best if it did as it would solve a lot of problems. So it sounded like Wuxian was going back downhill and I worry about that," Yibo said, "I just don't want him to try and do anything that he can't undo."

"I see," Zhan said. He finished getting his night clothes on and went to the door, "I will go check Wuxian really quick. I am guessing he is still in the medical room?"

Yibo nodded, "he has."

Zhan nodded and went to go visit Wuxian. When he entered, Wen Qing was laying on the second bed. She was asleep but Wuxian was wide awake, "Wuxian?"

Wuxian looked up at Zhan and sighed, "I do not think that there is a solution for this."

"Maybe but I am just checking on you. Yibo voiced some concerns and I thought I should come talk to you," Zhan said, "I take it you and Wangji haven't spoken since he left the room?"

Wuxian sighed, "no," he said, "I understand where he is coming from and he has a right to be upset but I feel like it shouldn't be directed at me. I was trying to be careful. I agreed to look into the talisman but others asked me to try to find solutions now that I have my things here. I just feel like I shouldn't be at fault for any of them."

"Getting hurt is a natural thing that happens to people. Accidents can happen. I am guessing Wangji is more concerned about you then he is with being upset or angry. I think you two should talk about this," Zhan advised.

"I might be too immature to have a serious conversation with him," Wuxian said in a mocking tone.

"Xichen crossed the line by saying that to you. I am sure he is concerned about his brother but he has to understand that both people are having problems not just one. Do not listen to his words," Zhan said.

"Alright," Wuxian said, "do I have to stay in this room?"

"No, if you feel like you are okay enough to get back to your bedroom, then you can. I can walk you there if you need me to," Zhan said.

"What about Wen Qing?" Wuxian asked.

"No need to worry," Wen Qing said, "I am not fully asleep. I didn't mean to overhear your conversation."

"It's okay," Wuxian said, "am I okay to walk around?"

"I believe so, just take it easy for a bit. There is no rush in those talismans. If you are struggling, then do not try to find a solution anymore. We will get home eventually but you do not have to be the one to do all the work," Wen Qing explained, "and try to go talk to your partner."

Wuxian nodded. Zhan and Wen Qing assisted Wuxian out of the medical room and to his bedroom. Wangji was there talking with his brother when they arrived, "Wuxian wanted to come up," Zhan said.

Wangji nodded, "he can come in."

Wuxian relaxed on the bed but did not look at either or the Lan brothers. He just felt like the two were still mad at him. Zhan decided to speak up, "You should know that accidents can happen. Wuxian even said there are risks in working with talismans. Try not to be upset or angry over anything that happened."

Wangji nodded, "can I have some alone time with him?" He asked. Zhan nodded and left with Wen Qing. Lan Xichen didn't move from his spot, "Xiongzhang, please let me speak to him alone."

"I don't know, am I mature enough to be alone with you?" Wuxian asked as he folded his arms over his chest.

"Wuxian, I apologize for my lack of consideration with my words. You aren't immature and I am sorry that I offended you. I will let you have some time alone with Wangji," Xichen said and left the room.

Wangji looked at Wuxian once Xichen left the room, "how is your arm?" He asked.

"Fine," Wuxian answered. Wangji sighed as he knew this was going to be a long needed conversation. He was going to try to talk this out with Wuxian as best as he could.