Liu Qingge「柳清歌」

holding his arm, he leads her to his personal training grounds, a place surely growing familiar to the woman at this point]

Would Shen-shijie like to participate in training? Or would she just like to watch for now?

[By the way he stresses 'participate', it's clear he thinks she should]

[That pulls a laugh out of Liu Qingge, the noise seeming even a surprise to himself judging by the way he bites it off quickly with a clearing of his throat]

Ah- Right. I can do that for Shijie at the very least.

[As they reach the end of the bridge leading to Bai Zhan Peak, with Shen Qingqiu

this exchange wasn't anything out of the ordinary for the other Peak Lords to witness, so with eye rolls and head shakes, they turned their attentions to Yue Qingyuan, the man thanking Shen Jiu for joining them before he finally starting the Peak Lords meeting properly.

To say Liu Qingge greeted Shen Jiu with open arms-

Would be an egregious lie.

Instead of the comradery Shen Jiu expected, he was instead met with a harsh glare and a disgusted huff, Liu Qingge turning away from him quickly like he couldn't stand to even look at the other a moment longer.

Sadly,

anticipation rather than anxiety, going easily when the other pulls him close. Presses them closer together.

And when Shen Qingqiu kisses him, Liu Qingge kisses back with a content sigh, eyes closing happily. His own arms raise to rest over his lover's shoulders, tangling in his hair.

It always feels so strange having someone's arms around him. To be in someone else's hold means to be confined. Trapped. That's what all his training has ever taught him.

Yet in Shen Qingqiu's hold, Liu Qingge doesn't feel trapped. Even as hands press into his lower back, his heart races with

usual fretting, awaiting his touch and care.

And then- then Shen Qingqiu is asking to kiss him, and not even in battle has Liu Qingge's heart leaped so hard. Despite all the times they've kissed before, it felt like something completely new having his lover ask to kiss him.

"Yes- please."

Raising a brow, Liu Qingge watches his lover fumble. He hadn't realized the other would be so embarrassed getting caught playing with some ducks.

At the compliment, he gives a hum, pleased at the other's attention. As Shen Qingqiu stands to approach him, Liu Qingge waits patiently for the man's

Qingqiu gave him earlier...

The man before him now looked almost nothing like how Shen Qingqiu was used to seeing him. If someone didn't know better, he could easily be mistaken for his sister like this, softened by silk and a blue hair ribbon.

"... Are you playing with the ducks?"

he sported flowing layers of silk that rivaled even Shen Qingqiu's usual robes.

Instead of sleeves tucked under vambraces, he now wore them loose and long, and the skirt he sported flowed beautifully with each step he took.

Complimented with silver embroidery, jade accessories, and the braid Shen

It's a fair amount of time that Liu Qingge has to leave Shen Qingqiu alone as he changes.

And when he returns-

Honestly, he looks stunning.

His formal robes still showcase the Bai Zhan Peak Lord's traditional white, but instead of the simple and practical style Liu Qingge normally preferred, now

intend to piss the other off, he holds back on the laughter, watching the other fly off properly this time instead.

And once Shen Jiu is out of sight, only then does Liu Qingge collect his things and leave the training grounds, heading to his house to properly get himself back in order.

and close.

Huh...

Looking back up at the other, he blinks as Shen Jiu simply stalks off without another word, only able to stand there in silent confusion until the man returns to actually collect his sword to leave properly.

It's such a silly thing, Liu Qingge nearly laughs.

But, as he doesn't

Liu Qingge is surprised when he feels fingers against his arm, touching around his wound and sending a steady stream of qi to add to Liu Qingge's own.

Glancing down, he watches as the energy gets directed to his wound,the bleeding immediately starting to slow and the edges already beginning to scab

[Okay, maybe his grinning didn't help with the sincerity of his apology. Still, though, he was pleased to hear her praise for his disciples; despite their destructive habits]

Your nose looks like it healed well, too. I hope it didn't bother you too much.

Wait here. I'll be right back."

With that, he disappears into his room, leaving Shen Qingqiu to entertain himself for the time being as he changes into his formal attire.

How can Liu Qingge possibly deny that face? When his lover looks at him all wide-eyed and insistent, how could he ever say no?

With a faux put-upon sigh, Liu Qingge gives in far too easily for a man titled a 'War God',already starting to tug at his belt as he moves towards his bedroom door.

"Fine.

[Grins, giving an acknowledging nod. He knows he shouldn't feel so proud of his disciples- they harmed another Peak Lord- but... He has to commend the aim]

It was. I deeply apologize to Shen Qingqiu on behalf of the Bai Zhan Peak.

[Well... At least he is genuinely sorry her nose got broken]

Shijie can't disappoint me

[Pauses before adding]

Unless she got her nose broken by a rock again, I suppose. That may be a bit disappointing.

[His tone is flat, but he's clearly joking given the small upturn at the corner of his lips]

En.

[Gives a firm nod, motioning for her to follow him as he walks rather than taking Cheng Luan like he normally does]

My own disciples don't even behave. Just be yourself.

Has Shijie done any training herself since the last time we practiced?

[Raises a brow at her, amused at her stubbornness over poking him though he doesn't let it show]

Mmm... I was on my way back to my peak for some daily training. Shijie can join if she'd like.

No one pokes me.

[Well, besides young disciples. And, yes, he indeed swats them away, too. It's a natural response, okay?!]

Did Shen-shijie need something?

[Watches her dramatic hand rubbing over his oh so vicious, absolutely beastly attack against her]

Do you normally poke people to get their attention?

[Automatically swats away the hand before realizing who it is]

Ah-

Shen Qingqiu?

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finds stupid, but since their Sect Leader requested it and Liu Qingge didn't have any real reasons to deny besides his own personal feelings...

attire he has, Liu Qingqiu is quick to respond. He knows this answer very well.

"Not really. I only have my uniform, the red robes, and then a few nicer ones for important meetings."

Apparently! His uniform wasn't "nice enough" for big meetings and celebrations with other Sects. Which Liu Qingge

"I've never seen your hair up," he informs the other with a shrug. "You wear it down all the time,it's probably just strange to see it any other way."

It's probably the same reason people stare at Liu Qingge when his hair is down. They just aren't used to it.

When Shen Qingqiu asks about any other

see the rings decorating his hair.

"I like how you style your hair," he replies earnestly, looking over at Shen Qingqiu. "You don't have to try new styles. But I also think they would look good on you if you did try."

his hair is freed once more, all he can do is quietly wait to see what the other does next.

And when the mirror is taken from him to show off the other's handiwork, Liu Qingge finds himself liking this braid, giving a surprised and appraising nod as he pulls the braid over his shoulder to better