Fate

Ch. 47

Later in the day, Lan Xichen was back with the Wen siblings and Haikuan. Haikuan was informed of the situation and was surprised by it all. It was a mess that didn't need to happen in the first place. Wei Wuxian had an accident working on something he said was going to be dangerous. Haikuan was curious as to why Lan Xichen called him immature. Lan Xichen had yet to really talk to Wuxian about that situation though.

When they arrived, Fanxing immediately went out to the backyard to play with A'Yuan. Everyone else sat outside at a table out on the patio. It was a nice day out and as they talked, they can keep watch on the two kids. Surprisingly, Wuxian was quiet during most of the conversation. Wangji took notice right away. He knew that Wuxian was a bit uncomfortable with his brother at the moment, and he didn't blame him either. Wangji was quiet taken back by hearing that his brother called Wuxian immature. Wuxian may be reckless at times but he is far from immature.

Wangji leaned closer to Wuxian, "Wei Ying?" Wangji asked in a whisper.

Wuxian glanced up at him, "Hmm?"

"Are you alright?" Wangji asked, continuing to talk quietly.

"I'm trying to be," he said, "I am just tired, I guess."

"Did you want to go rest upstairs?" Wangji asked.

Wuxian shook his head no, "that is okay, I can deal with it."

"Just don't push yourself," Wangji told him.

"I know," Wuxian said.

"Wuxian, what hand is injured?" Haikuan asked.

Wuxian looked at him confused for a second and then realized that Haikuan was informed of his injury. Wuxian grinned and held up his arm, "it was this hand but it is healed already."

"But, didn't it just happen?" Haikuan asked.

"Dual cultivation works really well," Wuxian said with a grin on his face.

"What now?" Haikuan asked.

Haikuan saw his scars heal once just from Wuxian and Wangji kissing, but the two never really spoke of dual cultivation to him, "dual cultivation is another way of say sex," Yibo said, "he healed through having sex with Wangji."

Haikuan looked at the two as his face grew very warm. Lan Xichen wasn't any better. He knew this of course, as soulmates had the ability to heal each other through such an intimate situation, but hearing about his brother's private life was not something he really wanted to get into. He cleared his throat, "it is rare to find soulmates in our culture but when you do, they are very connected in ways many do not understand."

"What do you mean?" Haikuan asked.

"The more intimate you are with your soulmate the closer you get," Wen Qing replied, "that may be being able to communicate telepathically, or sense the other's emotions or sense if the other is in danger. The risk with it is once bonded like that, if something happens to one, like death, the other dies too as one cannot live without the other."

"That's a bit intense," Yibo said, "but wouldn't it be beneficial for the most part?"

Xiao Zhan sighed as he knew Yibo was getting too into this topic again. Xiao Zhan didn't know that Yibo was so lustful for him. He found it endearing of course, but Xiao Zhan didn't know someone could love someone that much. Xiao Zhan loves Yibo but he isn't as open about his intimate relationship with Yibo to others as Yibo was.

"So you are just healed then?" Haikuan asked.

Wuxian nodded, "yes, but I wanted to talk about this situation now though...if you want me to continue to try to find a way to make that talisman I will but right now I need some time. Maybe a few days."

"Wuxian, it was wrong for us to put all of that on you. Yes you are more well versed in charms and talismans but that doesn't mean we cannot help you in some way. We can give you some energy if you need it, how you research, anything. We will follow you. We will not let you do that alone again, and we apologize for not helping before the incident," Lan Xichen said.

"I appreciate it," Wuxian said, "I still want to take a small break though. I feel like I just need to recollect myself and then I can get back to working on it."

"How about we start back up again at the start of next week?" Wen Qing suggested.

Wuxian nodded, "that is fine," he said and rested his head on Wangji's shoulder.

"If you are worried, we can understand if you want more time," Wen Qing said, "we aren't in a rush."

"I know, but I am sure you will want to get back eventually," Wuxian said.

"Do you not want to?" Wen Ning asked.

"I am hesitant but as long as I am with Lan Zhan, I will go anywhere," Wuxian replied.

"Will keep you safe," Wangji assured him.

Wuxian nodded and relaxed further against Wangji. The group conversed more, but Wuxian ended up dozing off at some point. Wangji took notice of Wuxian's sudden posture as he was weighing a bit more heavily against him. Wangji wrapped his arm around Wuxian's waist and pulled him closer. Wuxian's face was tucked into Wangji's neck. At some point, Wangji ended up pulling Wuxian to his lap.

"That man can sleep anywhere," Wen Qing said.

"Let him," Wangji said, "he said he was tired. I do not mind."

"How much did you wear him down last night?" Haikuan asked, a slight teasing tone rang in his voice.

Lan Wangji glared at Haikuan which only made the man laugh. Lan Xichen felt a sense of Deja Vu within their interaction. He would tease Wangji occasionally in the past for his interest in Wuxian. Seeing his doppelgänger tease Wangji just felt odd.

"Are your ears turning red?" Haikuan asked, "oh my gosh, do you blush with your ears?"

Lan Xichen smiled, "he does. Father used to be the same way. Whenever he gets flustered, look at his ears, it will tell you if he reacted or not."

"Xiongzhang!" Wangji said.

"Sorry, but it's true," Xichen said, "plus I think it's unique."

"It is, has Wuxian noticed?" Haikuan asked.

"If he hasn't he will noticed eventually and when he does he will be relentless with his teasing," Wen Qing said.

"If he so chooses," Wangji said, "he will pay the price for it."

Xiao Zhan felt a chill run down his spine. It was a similar sentence Yibo said to him once and it was during a very intimate moment, "That sounded very familiar," he said.

"Because you and I are the same way," Yibo said.

"Shut up," Zhan said and looked at Haikuan, "If you tease us about this, I will tell Zhou Cheng you have an obsessive crush on him."

"Hey, I didn't say anything," Haikuan said, "no need for threats."

Yibo chuckled, "You still haven't told Zhan-Ge's brother you like him?"

"I'm not answering that question," Haikuan said.

"Based off that response, I already know the answer," Yibo said. Haikuan sighed as he was dragged into this without even saying a word.