[I MADE THIS ON TUESDAY because why not. Here is Lan Wangji in between the weird… weird… weird classes… out on the athletics field! Should he be doing archery with his injured hands and broken leg? Absolutely not. Is he doing it anyway? Yeah. Look, sometimes you’ve been a cultivator your whole life and you don’t really understand how long it takes a body to heal without a golden core. It’s fine, he’s being careful.
He can’t do any of his fancy Matrix shots without his cultivation, of course, but even without them, he’s a very good shot. Fucking OP danmeis. Anyway, when he spots Wang Lu, he pauses in what he’s doing to bow in greeting!! Polite and proper at all times.]
[ Wow where are the matrix shots and slow mo leaping around?
He'll return the bow. ]
Lan Wangji.
[ His gaze lingers on the other to try to see how he's been healing. Then he'll turn to look at the target, acting like he wasn't just checking him out. Giving a low whistle. ]
[ He is actually failrly new to having spiritual powers and LWJ doesn't look much older than he is. He knows he's pretty much the odd one out in that way, even in his own world, but he can't help to ask anyways. ]
Huh. Looks like he has actual reasons for being boring after all.
Wang Lu is right, though—this question is legitimately difficult for him to answer. Mostly because of the wording; care deeply, to him, implies connections that go far beyond any relationship he has with the people here. He considers it very seriously as they walk to the cafe, though he’s kind of at a loss here.]
[His brow furrows at the comparison—it doesn’t match the lightning-quick flash of a certain boy’s smiling face, followed quickly by mental images of two very real, very cute white rabbits. Wow. This is a gay man.
Once they reach the cafe, though, he’ll move over and set up the kettle for hot water. Thank you, Lila, for teaching him how to do this.
It seems, at first, like he isn’t going to speak at all in response. But, finally, a touch awkwardly—]
…I am unaccustomed to such discussions.
[It’s no secret that he’s reserved. That’s not an act. A few more mental images, this time of people who are actually here like Lila and Otome, but there’s a very distinct sense of ???? along with it.]
[ That's gay and he'll actually hear a who? in response. He'll silence his own thoughts before they get him in trouble. He'll wait for him to speak, peeking through the selection of teas himself. Will Annie like this? Focusing on that keeps his mind wandering back to the gay. ]
We can go slowly until you get accustomed to it. Take your time thinking about it.
[ He isn't just reserved, but he keeps running from interactions. He almost starts to wonder what kind of upbringing he had, when he catches those mental images. Pointing at the other immediately. There ]
Are you unsure of how strong your relationship with those two are or if they count as friends?
[He gives him an unimpressed look. I know what friends are.
There is no mental answer to the “who?” because of course not.]
“Care deeply” implies feelings stronger than simple friendship.
[So it’s… neither of those things, really. More that—while there are people here he likes and respects, he values words and sincerity too much to say they’re particularly close.]
Looks like it'll be first time you break a rule then. [ A beat ] Though there may be a couple of options we can still take if you don't want to be on the naughty list.
[It is rude as hell!!! But apparently Lan Wangji isn't fazed because he doesn't acknowledge it, just sets about making the tea. It's fine, he's used to it. He doesn't need to read minds to know what people think of him, and it isn't like it's a wrong assumption.]
I do not mind discussing them. [The people here, he means.] But I am uncertain as to if it qualifies.
[He would rather not do this if it isn't even going to count... but how does he tell if it will or not...]
[There's a kind of ? vibe--not in the sense of "no, no one has ever said that", but more like "what brought that on?". It feels a little arrogant to say anything one way or another, so he just inclines his head in acknowledgment.
[HE IS A GOOD BOY even if he's also a petty bitch.
But he did agree to this, so! He will take his own cup and stare into it as he puts his words together.]
...Lila and I have been here the longest. [Apart from Hiyori and Kaoruko.] She has never been unkind to me. She has always helped me understand foreign objects and concepts.
[His modern world translator]
Doctor Otome treated me upon our arrival. [His broken leg and fucked up hands...] Were it not for her presence, I do not know how I would have reacted that night.
[He never disliked Rupert, but he didn't know him well enough to take his "oh we're just trying to save you!" spiel at face value, either. Granted, he didn't immediately believe Otome either, but it's because of her that he was willing to sit and ask questions.]
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W1, tuesday
He can’t do any of his fancy Matrix shots without his cultivation, of course, but even without them, he’s a very good shot. Fucking OP danmeis. Anyway, when he spots Wang Lu, he pauses in what he’s doing to bow in greeting!! Polite and proper at all times.]
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He'll return the bow. ]
Lan Wangji.
[ His gaze lingers on the other to try to see how he's been healing. Then he'll turn to look at the target, acting like he wasn't just checking him out. Giving a low whistle. ]
Looks like you have some skill.
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It is different without spiritual energy.
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How long have you been cultivating for?
w6, tuesday running at you before i forget
Alright, here we are. We could go the café to get some drinks if you want.
[ To give Lan Zhan some time to think or something ]
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He nods, and though he's silent, there's a momentary thought of who...?]
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It's a kid's toy that makes your voice echo. Try saying something in it.
[ Time to start heading that way.
He's assuming the who on who to pick to talk about. He was taken too early... ]
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[…loud…
Huh. Looks like he has actual reasons for being boring after all.
Wang Lu is right, though—this question is legitimately difficult for him to answer. Mostly because of the wording; care deeply, to him, implies connections that go far beyond any relationship he has with the people here. He considers it very seriously as they walk to the cafe, though he’s kind of at a loss here.]
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You really are like a rabbit, huh?
[ No loud noises, runs from people...
He'll give the mic a light tap. ]
You're thinking too hard about this, Lan Wangji.
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Once they reach the cafe, though, he’ll move over and set up the kettle for hot water. Thank you, Lila, for teaching him how to do this.
It seems, at first, like he isn’t going to speak at all in response. But, finally, a touch awkwardly—]
…I am unaccustomed to such discussions.
[It’s no secret that he’s reserved. That’s not an act. A few more mental images, this time of people who are actually here like Lila and Otome, but there’s a very distinct sense of ???? along with it.]
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We can go slowly until you get accustomed to it. Take your time thinking about it.
[ He isn't just reserved, but he keeps running from interactions. He almost starts to wonder what kind of upbringing he had, when he catches those mental images. Pointing at the other immediately. There ]
Are you unsure of how strong your relationship with those two are or if they count as friends?
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There is no mental answer to the “who?” because of course not.]
“Care deeply” implies feelings stronger than simple friendship.
[So it’s… neither of those things, really. More that—while there are people here he likes and respects, he values words and sincerity too much to say they’re particularly close.]
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Looks like it'll be first time you break a rule then. [ A beat ] Though there may be a couple of options we can still take if you don't want to be on the naughty list.
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I do not mind discussing them. [The people here, he means.] But I am uncertain as to if it qualifies.
[He would rather not do this if it isn't even going to count... but how does he tell if it will or not...]
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[ Will talking about a squirrel count? ]
The other option is to become closer to someone before the new week begins.
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Though he does seem to be seriously considering the suggestion, as he places a cup near Wang Lu. Ultimately, though, he shakes his head slightly.]
Insincere.
[To attempt to grow closer to someone, just for the sake of completing a task… the thought doesn’t sit well with him.]
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[ He actually means that sincerely.
Looking at the cup. ]
Did you make some for me?
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He pauses then, hand halfway withdrawn. Ah.
Well, yes, he did, but--]
Apologies. I did not ask your preference.
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He'll just give him a wink in response to that thought just to get him away from thinking about it further. Let's focus on the tea. ]
I'm sure what you prepared is fine.
[ He'll wait for the other to have his own cup before nodding at him to continue. Spill the tea about Lila or Otome ]
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But he did agree to this, so! He will take his own cup and stare into it as he puts his words together.]
...Lila and I have been here the longest. [Apart from Hiyori and Kaoruko.] She has never been unkind to me. She has always helped me understand foreign objects and concepts.
[His modern world translator]
Doctor Otome treated me upon our arrival. [His broken leg and fucked up hands...] Were it not for her presence, I do not know how I would have reacted that night.
[He never disliked Rupert, but he didn't know him well enough to take his "oh we're just trying to save you!" spiel at face value, either. Granted, he didn't immediately believe Otome either, but it's because of her that he was willing to sit and ask questions.]