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Wangji was almost there - in Lotus Pier, as in the last minute he decided to take upon his Xiongzhang's offer to attend the festival Jiang Wanyin organized to celebrate his birthday.
Well, it was more accurate to say, the festival which his nephew organized in the Lotus Pier for his jiujiu to celebrate his birthday. It was widely known that Jiang Wanyin didn't enjoy such ocassions, but for what reason? Wangji didn't know.
Normally, he would decline, and initially he did, but somehow he felt weirdly alone now that half of the disciples, shufu and Xiongzhang left cloud Recesses to attend the party. Or at least that's what he told himself in case his original plan wouldn't work.
What was even more surprising, shufu's eyes all lit up up upon hearing of the invitation, and he immediately departured to seatch for, as he described it, "an acccurate present, that would suit such a well mannered boy."
In Wangji's opinion Jiang Wanyin was neither well mannered, always throwing snark comments at everyone, and hissing threats under his breath, nor was he a boy. He definietly wasn't a boy anymore.
He was a beautiful, or a handsome, it was hard to decide as he fit both words perfectly, grown man, who had stolen Wangji's heart a long time ago, when he arrived to study in the Cloud Recesses.
He personally thought that all his snarky comments, hissing, yelling, were rather adorable. Like an angry kitten, who needed to be tricked with snacks to let anyone pet him. And Wangji wanted to be the person who would achieve that.
That's why, he decided to show up at the festival, he somehow got a feeling that it was his big day, he would woo his long time crush. After all, what was a better ocassion to flirt, and maybe touch, but only a little bit, and within reasoning after getting an explicit consent, than a party?
With such motivation Wangji set a foot on the pier, and let himself be led by the disciples to the center of chaos - the festival.
Wangji had to admit, that Jin Ling did an exhuisite job preparing his jiujiu's birthday.
Piers were decorated with ribbons in every shade of purple, lamps, wrapped in both dark violet and liluc cloths, were suspended in the air, and only a very sensitive eye would notice the delicate string connecting and supporting them.
Every here and then, an elegantly clothed disciple sneaked in to collect or deliver drinks and foods to the guests, not interrupting their fun.
On the water, equally decorated boats floated with musicians, playing gentle, soothing melody, perfect for hushed, intimate talks.
The whole place looked misterious, and simply glorious, especially now that the Sun was already down, and the lamps gave off a dimmed light, creating a magical atmosphere.
Wangji thought that coming here was worth it just for seeing the unusual scenery. However now, he wanted to see the beauty of the evening - he was sure that Jin Ling decorated not only the Lotus Pier, but also the master as well.
And of course, he wasn't wrong. After quickly scanning the whole area, Wangji noticed him. He was...breathtakingly beautiful, as expected, clothed in the finest silks - and here was where the surprise came. Jiang Wanyin, the man whose the whole personality was purple, was wearing... blue.
It wasn't just any blue, it was Wangji's blue! His breath stuttered, yes there was no way he was mistaken. Each of the members of Gusu Lan family wore different shade of blue, and Wangji knew each of their colors too well to make a mistake on this. It was his blue.
But what was the reason behind it? What was going on? Wangji didn't even want to arrive, was it just an accident? No, it was impossible, it was his blue, after all, and everyone knew this.
With a heart beating so hard like it wanted to rip from Wangji's chest, he approached Wanyin, and people around him. They wJust as he came closer, he heard Huaisang and Sizhui saying smugly something along - 'told you he would come', and just after that Jin Ling sent a meaningful look at all of them. A very suspicious behavior, however probably not harmful, those were good kids, and um, good Huaisang? Anyway, it was so long since they schemed something dangerous, that Wangji didn't feel threatened. He focused on much more important, and pleasurable aspects of that scene - on Jiang Wanyin.
Ah, his sweet Wanyin, those robes were truly complimenting his figure and skin tone. Very light blue - Wangji's blue - near his face, going all the way till his waist, ending right before his sash. The sash was in the color of the summer sky, they fit very well together, the transition of colors was smooth, however what happened below the sash...it was a totally different story.
The light shades of blue on the upper body were abruptly cut off by the deep, dark blue, going all the way down to Wanyin's ankles. While the upper part was smooth, deprived of any decorations, the lower part was simply impressing. The most beautiful embroidery was sewed into the skirt of his robe. Thin, dark lines formed big lotuses, however they were not too visible. It was only a nice, delicate touch, to perfect the clothing, and the attention was supposed to be brought to the place where the most was happening - the waist.
Because of the abrupt change of the colors, everyone's eyes unconciously shifted to Wanyin's surprisingly tiny waist. Whoever made those clothes, knew what was doing. They were beautiful, respectful, yet highly seductive.
Then, a thought striked Wangji, Jiang Wanyin meant to seduce someone. He indulged his nephew in many ways, but he wouldn't let him make him do anything he really dodn't want to. Wangji felt the cold shiveres running up his spine, who caught his Wanyin's attention?! He had to work fast, maybe he still had a chance?
He finally approached Wanyin and the rest, however the moment he stood in front of them, Jin Ling, Huaisang, Sizhui and Jingyi left, saying only:
"Good luck!"
Wangji didn't get it, good luck to who, and why? Why did they leave? Weird, weird and suspicious. Anyway, they played in his favor as he had a chance to seduce Wanyin now. That they were alone.
"Good evening, Wanyin." He bowed slightly, trying not to eye that waist that would surely fit perfectly into his palms. No, he wasn't thinking about it, he wasn't, for real.
"Good evening, Wangji." Even his voice was georgeous, deep and warm, without any snark and poison. Wanyin was apparently in excelent mood, so Wangji decided to use it on his advantage, and risk a bit.
"You look gorgeous, Wanyin. Normally you look beautiful, but today you look simply magnificent." Wanyin blushed! He made Wanyin blushed! He wanted to make a little dance of the victory, but he would have to leave it for later.
"Stop with the flattery, you asshole. I thought you weren't coming? What are you doing here then? Get out." As always fighting and embarrassement with a brute force. Adorable picture of a black kitten wearing the Lan ribbon as a collar popped into his mind against his will.
"Don't be so cold. I decided to come, didn't I? Besides, since when do you care about me showing up or not?"
"Hmpf, I don't care. I just thought that I mean something to you, asshole. You should visit me more often." Wangji's jaw dropped, his spiritual jaw, of course. Did he hear and see right? Jiang Wanyin was pouting, and saying that Wangji should visit him more often? Ehhh? What? "What are you staring at? Do you think I am that pretty, huh?"
Wangji heard a groan and a snort coming from behind him, sounding suspiciously like Sizhui and Jin Ling. Now he was sure, something was happening, but it was probably good for him. He decided to make one more test to check his theory.
"I do, I do think that you are gorgeous, I already told you, didn't I?" Jiang Wanyin let out loud gasp, apparently not expecting such a response, but instead of getting angry, the blush traveled down his neck, and he averted his eyes while biting on his bottom lip. Ah, seriously, that man should stop tempting him. First that sinful waist, now the very kissable and bitable, full bottom lip. Soon Wangji would loose control. "Is Wanyin not acustomed to people telling him that he is beautiful?"
"Hmpf, not from people whose praises and compliments actually means something for me." Interesting. Wangji sneaked a peak into Wanyin's cup, looking for a source of his honesty, and he found it. It was clear as day, that the cup contained alcohol. No wonder Wanyin was so relaxed and, somewhat, flirtacious.
"And my praises and compliments means something?" Wanyin looked at him from under his lashes, and crocked his head slightly.
"Hmm, maybe they do. What if they do?"
Ah, yes, Wangji read things correctly. Little shits that escaped, organized this little scheme. They set them up, knowing about their feelings.
"If they do, then I would be more than happy to offer them to you till the rest of our lives, Wanyin." Before Wanyin could respond, they heard a much too loud voice, saying:
"Shit, he knows the game."
"Jingyi, I believe that writing rules awaits you." He said, not even turning back, feeling a small smile making its way on his lips. That boy, really. Maybe he knew the game, but didn't have the courage to try that opponent yet.
"Of course, Hanguang-Jun, immediately!" A burst of laughter followed his words, as four pair of feet went off to complete Jingyi's punishment in Jin Ling's room.
"Maybe we also should head to some other place?" He proposed, however for some reason Wanyin's face once again got red.
"Shameless! You! You! Shameless!" He turned on his heel and tried to run away, however Wangji, desperate to know what did he do, wrapped his arms around his waist, sinful, tiny waist, and yanked him into his chest, smelling the glorious, sweet aroma of lotuses always surrounding Wanyin.
"Wanyin." He whispered right into a flushed ear, simply not wanting to create the scene. However, Wanyin let out a quiet whimper, and sagged into his arms, making Wangji imagine all sorts of things that shufu would surely disapprove of.
"You perv." Wanyin whispered quietly.
"Wanyin, please, it wasn't my intention. I wanted us to go to your rooms to talk, not to have sex, I swear!"
"Oh... You asshole! Why did you make me believe that you wanted to...to... to lie together!" Wangji groaned internally. Heavens, Wanyin seemed to be shy when it came to the intimacy between partners, and Wangji already developed a kink for it. That man would be his end, he really would be.
"Forgive me, my wording wasn't the best."
"Tsk. Fine, asshole. Come, we can talk."
Wangji followed the irritated man, feeling a bit amused. It was Wanyin's mind that went ahead and imagined their coupling in the first place!
"Why are you grinning?" Wanyin eyed him suspiciously.
"Nothing, I am just happy that our feelings are mutual, that's it."
"Tsk, who said they are mutual." There was no spark nor heat in his voice, what made Wangji's heart flutter. He didn't deny!
Wanyin stopped in front of the doors, and placed his right hand on them to undo the seal, and let Wangji in. He followed right after, and suprisingly, Wangji didn't even manage to take a two steps, when he felt himself being spinned around, and kissed.
His eyes fluttered shut at the pleasant feeling of the warm lips againts his own. He couldn't help himself and he circled that waist that was on his mind so many times that evening. The kiss didn't last long, it was more like a prolonged peck that ended much too soon.
"Wanted to do that for a while, asshole."
"Mn, me too, Wanyin."
"Then why didn't you do it sooner, huh?!" He looked so adorably offended.
"Forgive me, I was a coward. I was afraid that you wouldn't reciprocate my feelings, and we would loose our friendship."
"Mphf, asshole, you made me wait for a long time. I had to wear this shit, and use the help of those scheemers to make you act."
"Mn, but it worked. The moment I saw you, I couldn't take my eyes off you." Wanyin snorted.
"You mean, my waist?" Wangji felt himself blush, oh, so he wasn't descreet, huh. "If you are thinking about whether you were descreet or not, you weren't, not at all. You were looking at me so intensively that I thought that my clothes would just go off by themselves."
"Wanyin just look very pretty today, I couldn't help myself."
"Mhm, I wouldn't be mad if you looked at me like that more often tho..." That look from under the eyelashes again! Wangji was too weak for him, truly too weak. Wanyin's allure would defeat much stronger opponents than him.
"Mn, I will. Wanyin deserves to be appreciated."
"You sap." A gentle laughter tore itself out of Wanyin's throat, and it was the most beautiful sound he had ever heard. "Now, what do you wanted to talk about?"
"About us." Wanyins rolled his eyes.
"That's quite obvious, don't you think?"
"Mn."
"Something more?" Wanyin didn't seem angry, he knew that Wangji teased him. They knew each other really well, huh? When did it happen?
"When did you catch feelings for me?"
"When I came to study to Gusu. You?" Wangji closed his eyes and raised his head towards the ceiling, not believing the irony of it.
"We could have been together all this time." Wanyin made a questioning sound. "I've loved you ever since you came to study in Gusu as well."
"Oh... l, yeah, we could have been together all this time... So little shits were right that you were making eyes on me... Tsk, should have believed them sooner."
"Mn, you should." Wanyin glared at him, so he quickly added. "However we finally found each other, so it's all well, right?"
"Yeah, I won't let you go now that I finally have you."
"Even though I am an asshole?" Wanyin threw his head back in a burst of laughter.
"Yeah, you asshole. But you are my asshole."
"Mn, I am yours, as you are mine, no matter how long did it take us to discover it,"
"That's right." Wanyin pulled him once again in a sweet kiss, full of hidden for years feelings. Wangji loved its taste, the taste of the true happinnes.
Their tender moment was interrupted by a loud scream.
"They did it! People, they did it! We made it!" And that one, lone scream, was followed by many cheers, and yells of people they loved, who were wishing them happines together.
He could only look at Wanyin lovingly, and wish him happy birthday, on what his beloved responed.
"The best I've ever had."