In the matter of three years, a lot had happened. In the matter of three years, Lan Xichen was out of seclusion. And in those three years was a feeling of grief and betrayal and pure sadness. Every day was torture and sleepless nights. In the matter of three years, food was bland and inedible which results to a significant loss of weight for him.
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In the morning, Yunmeng's street were bustling as it always was. A lot of visiting cultivators often describe it as 'joyous' and 'welcoming'.
Snatches of conversation overheard from the drunkards, the talk of the women in Yunmeng.
Once her thighs are around you, you'll forget your own name.
The voices of these men had been sharp with excitement. It wasn't uncommon for them to talk in such a way in public, they were drunk after all. At night, moans were often heard behind closed doors and shadows seen returning to their houses before dawn.
Three months after Lan Xichen was out of seclusion, Lan Wangji and Wei Ying visits Yunmeng, along with Lan Xichen. Like what they said, Yunmeng is 'joyous' and 'welcoming'. It always has been that way since Wei Ying and Jiang Cheng were still kids. Wei Ying remembers when Yú Zîyuān and Jiang Fēngmián were still alive he remembers walking with them on the pier. He'd remember the time where he would play in the pond for the whole day. Catching little fish then letting it go. Cutting lotus roots and giving it to their shiejie to make soup. A smile forms across Wei Ying's face.
"Lan Zhan, let's go." Then they walk hand in hand. Heading towards Lotus Pier with Lan Xichen trailing behind them, who still looked worn-out but kept that smile of his. A bit dull this time.
I heard, Sect Leader Jiang slept with a prostitute
That can't be true! Leader Jiang wouldn't sleep with a woman so low!
Oh but this is what you do not know, one of the servants confirmed to have heard low moans coming from his study, could it be?
As they were passing by the liquor shop they heard such rumors spreading round and about. Wei Ying, interested about his brother's affairs stopped and decided to learn more about what happened. He approached one of the staff and asked for 3 bottles of their strongest wine, sat down on a wooden stool and asked the information to be explained in detail.
The night was without stars, Sect Leader Jiang had asked to be accompanied inside his study, as the servant had said. When they passed by his study, he heard it. You wouldn't even hear it if you're not attentive enough, a low moan. The servant did not guarantee if it was a woman's moan or Jiang Cheng's but it sounded like that of a woman. Said the staff, every word accompanied by a gesture.
Wei Ying was even more intrigued, he was both surprised and happy.
"Shall we not go?" Lan Xichen says, smiling at the two latter.
"Mn." Lan Wangji replies, bobbing his head.
Wei Ying, however, had a different plan in mind. He would refuse to stand up unless Lan Wangji carried him.
With a sigh and a cheeky smile, Wei Ying is now in his arms. Wrapping himself up in Lan Wangji's neck carrying a jar of wine in his hands. The couple looked so happy and content with each other. Lan Xichen, following them can't help but smile.
And with a flip of their sleeves, they disappeared.
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Wraith
FanfictionAfter Jin Guangyao's death, Lan Xichen put himself in seclusion, blaming himself for the death of his dear friend. 3 years had passed, a part of the incident is still left in the deepest part of his heart, but he could not throw his responsibilitie...
