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If someone were to ask Chongyun what his relationship dynamic was with Razor, he would just be silent for a minute, consider what exactly his relationship was to have a relationship dynamics in the first place then think about it. But Chongyun doesn't know. Not just with Razor but with Bennett and Xingqiu.
Close friends are along the right lines for it, but recently, he's been considering whether their actions are more than that. First off, personal space was non-existent for the four of them, someone was always leaning against another or laying in their lap or holding hands and it was a regular thing that their faces were close. No, not kissing close but, like, close that their cheeks were smooshed together whenever they were sat together. And Chongyun notices the somewhat flirty glances Bennett and Xingqiu give each other. So he has some doubts as to what their relationship is but he just doesn't have a label for it. He's had a small inkling though, that the other three were also aware of whatever is going on between them, but maybe they just don't wanna talk about it, maybe don't feel like they need to. Chongyun feels that way too, kinda. Because what they have is comfy.
Now back to Razor. The whole reason why he'd thought of how he'd respond to such a question is because they were about to hang out. The weekends are usually when they'd all meet up since that was often the best time in the schedule of their separate high schools, clubs, homework and whatever else a typical Teyvat teen boy is up to. However, Xingqiu had some important family business thing going on and Bennett's dad's where taking him out on a mini outdoor trip. Which only left Chongyun and Razor.
Chongyun barely had any moments where he'd hung out with Razor one-to-one, which is odd to think about since he'd consider their little group close-knit. The thing that they shared was that they were both on the quieter side, letting Bennett and Xingqiu take the lead in conversation with Chongyun's small inputs and Razor's hums and affirmations. They were watchers, but both liked to keep close. It's just that Chongyun was thinking of how two slightly introverted people were going to be able to interact when they'd never done it before so intimately. It's not like he was scared or anything, he was just curious about how it would go.
They didn't really have a plan. Chongyun had messaged Razor privately about him coming to his place rather than them doing anything out and Razor responded with an array of thumbs-up emojis. He was just kinda planning they play games, eat food and talk and stuff like the four of them usually would so when the rain was coming down, but he was pretty interested if it would go any other way. It wasn't raining so they could go out at any time and Shenhe wasn't restrictive of what Chongyun did with his friends, as long he messaged when and where he was going with who, Chongyun's aunt was all well and happy with his plans.
Razor knew the way to his place since it was a usual meet-up spot for them all, and a few minutes past the scheduled time, Chongyun had opened the door to the man of the hour. Razor had his (grey) hair up in a ponytail but his spikey fringe was floating in front of his crimson eyes. He saw how the other boy had bitten his left cheek where his scar sat. Despite the ruggedness of the scar, Chongyun had always thought Razor was good-looking, specific types of good-looking depended on the scenario. Like, Razor trying my sense of what Bennett was saying was cute but also Razor realising he didn't have enough change to get Wolfhook juice from Dawn Winery Convenience was handsome for some reason. Anyways, the two of them were donning similar outfits, with Chongyun wearing his old snowboarding team's baby arctic blue t-shirt pair of dark grey cotton-polyester shorts and worn down flip flops while Razor wore a black oversized t-shirt with light grey sweats and worn sneakers. Chongyun thinks Razor wore it better, such a laid-back style looked cool on him.
"... Hey." Chongyun had given Razor a half smile, admittedly a little nervous about the whole encounter but for some reason, Razor's small response of
"Hi." gave a bit more assurance.
"So... have you eaten?" It was a little past half five which was when Chongyun and Shenhe normally prepared their meals so it was fair to ask. Razor pondered a little, eyes looking to the sky before closing them again and shaking his head. So Chongyun lightly ushered Razor into his small Qingce house. Honestly, he was kind of glad Razor hadn't eaten. One thing he knew about the boy was that he was a big foodie. Obviously, he had his favourites but he'd appreciate what he was given and since Shenhe wasn't in, Chongyun had the kitchen to himself (and Razor).
"Would you mind helping me cut some veggies? For the food, I mean." Razor just kind of looked at Chongyun who was standing awkwardly in the middle of the kitchen before saying. "Yeah, I can help." The small beam on Chongyun's face when he'd responded allowed Razor to loose up his arms a little and Chongyun had guided Raor around. All he had to do was cut up a few spring onions, some mushrooms and any other vegetables he wanted in the mix (Razor opted for carrots) and while he was doing that Chongyun had gotten to work on the noodles, hurriedly putting them in the pot so they had enough time to cool down almost completely. But it seemed like Razor had finished cutting the vegetables rather quickly, because he'd appeared slightly behind but to the side of Chongyun, leaning over to see what he was doing. He didn't mind it at all, finding the whole ordeal cute as he got the pre-cut beef from the fridge and started with the stir-fry. There were times when Chongyun would look back at Razor, his face a breath away looking in awe of Chongyun's cooking, making his face heat up a little bit.
Before twenty-past six, the meal was done and the two were sitting in the living with their plates in their laps and their preferred utensils. Chongyun was kind of waiting for Razor's reaction with his head resting sidewards on the back of the sofa. It was one of his favourite dishes after all. And if it wasn't for the small grunts while eating amicably; the cheesy smile Razor let out after his last bite was enough to ensure that he liked the food. Chongyun felt a sudden rush of blood rise to his cheeks.
A tap on his shoulder woke him up from his little daydream and it's Razor, big ruby eye's staring at him, inquisitive. Cute.
"...Not eat?"
"Huh?" Chongyun stared down at his full plate. In all honesty, he did forget about it.
"Oh no worries, I can't really eat hot food so I have to wait for it to cool!" He made sure to put on his best smile to reassure him. Razor only stared, before slowly accepting the answer. Chongyun picked up his chopsticks, getting ahold of some beef and noodle before putting it in his mouth. He then repeated the first two steps except he held his chopsticks out for Razor to eat. He instantly accepted the offer, trying to say something with his mouth full.
"Tsh gud."
-
It felt like their usual hang-out except for only two men down. But for some reason that didn't change the feel of things. It was quieter that's for sure, but other than that, Chongyun's normally freezing room felt a lit cosier with Razor's presence. Maybe it was the way Chongyun was using Razor's chest as a backrest while he taught him
how to play the new edition of Fungi Fury; Maybe it was that Razor talked as if he wanted nobody else except Chongyun to her, though there was nobody in the house. Maybe it was the way they fell into a comfortable silence on his bed, barely watching whatever Cartoon Network show they'd put on. Either way, it was soothing.
Originally, he'd thought maybe the quiet would have been awkward and that they wouldn't have anything to talk about, but he's not oblivious to the point he can't read a room. Razor is just like that. He's quiet, but when he speaks, he couldn't be more genuine with the words coming out of his mouth. And Chongyun listens to every word he says, resting his head on his hands as they face each other on the bed. Despite the rasp, his voice is warm and soft and Chongyun doesn't speak until Razor's finished, though it may be few words. Chongyun likes Razor's voice.
Chongyun just likes Razor.
Him just being there made Chongyun feel calmer, happier and kind of blessed that such a sweet soul was near. That's what he thinks, as he feels Razor's breath against his neck, slow and steady, a limp arm around his waist and Chongyun's back against his chest. The Liyuen boy didn't dare turn around just in case Razor would wake up. Chongyun doesn't remember when it happened but the two of them had fallen asleep. But for some reason, it had felt like the best sleep of his life. Though it didn't seem like a long time ago, the moon was, glimmering, high and mighty although it was nearing summer. Digging around underneath his pillow, he'd found his phone, bright as ever as it blinded him when he turned it on. He felt Razor's forehead tuck into his nape a little more.
Time: 11:03
Holy shit. He'd swore it hadn't been that long.
VATCHAT
Group chat: 4 MUSKETEERS
9:14 PM
benny: just got back from the trip 😼
qiu: How was it my liege?
benny: it was so sick they were teaching me all this stuff about camping and how to get fresh water and they told me all these stories about how they met and it was so sweet.
then we had smores 😋
qiu: Awww how adorable. I'm glad you has a good time!!
benny: 😚💗
10:27PM
qiu: HELP ME
benny: qiu, you okay?!?
qiu: NO
THE COOL MISISTRY LADY HAS DITCHED ME, YUN JIN DIPPED AGES AGO AND SOME OLD GUYS ARE ARE TRYING TO TALK BUSINESS WITH ME
benny: oh no 😨 try and escape!
qiu: I can't!!! They're sounding me, I feel like prey to a predator.
benny: deep dude. maybe you should put ut arms in the air like a red panda to intimidate them.
qiu: Haha.
Now if you'll excuse me I have an escape mission to conduct!
benny: GOOD LUCK QIU 👍🏻❤
qiu: Thank you my dear Bennett 💗
10:51
qiu:IM FREE! WORST EXPERIENCE OF MY LIFE
benny: WHOOP WHOOP.
where are you now???
qiu: In my room, about to read the best novel if all time.
benny: oh lemme know how it goes!
qiu: Wait a damn minute. Where Razor and yun?
benny: maybe they're still together? they haven't been active anywhere
qiu: Hmmm
@Chongyun @Razor
Hello?!?
benny: im sure they'll be fine, they were at yuns place!
11:05
yun: sorry
benny: YUN!!!
qiu: Yun!💗
yun: hi hi !!💞💞
qiu: where were you, it's like you just dropped of the face of the world?
yun: just had a really good nap ( ＾ω＾ )
benny: GOOD GOOD!!
is Razor still with you?
yun: yup
hold on
yun has sent a snap!
(In this snap, there are two dark forms, but the brightness of the phone made it wast to distinguish who was who. Light blue hair and a singular squinting sky eye poked out from the right side, whilst the other form, grey dishevelled hair spreading out, eye shut closed, mouth slightly open and body glued to Chongyun, had his arms wrapped snuggly around Chongyun. Clearly Razor)
xiu saved snap in chat
benny saved snap in
qiu: AWWWW
benny: no fair !!
omw to yun's rn
qiu: He is NAWT waking up ‼️‼️
yun: razor is so cute guys
benny: SO TRUE
qiu: Agreed
And so are you dear Chongyun.
yun: this isn't about me 🚫🚫🚫🚫
qiu: Just take the complement.
yun: k 💗
I'm gonna sleep again
night guys
qiu: Goodnight 💞
benny: night!!
told you we didn't need to worry about them
qiu: You're right,you're right.
-
If someone were to ask what kind of relationship dynamic Chongyun and Razor had, to Chongyun again, he still wouldn't be able to answer properly. The best thing you'd get from him is.
"Um... I don't know. I guess we care a lot for each other 'n that's what matters." with a small flush on his face.