closed | hooray, hooray!

[pactmarshal]

Who: Trahearne & others
Which: Closed Log
Where: Around Reverein
What: 'Tis the season!
Warnings: n/a for now

(( a belated collection of closed threads for the month of december. please message me if you're interested in something! ))

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[pactmarshal]

Oh, no. I never expected you to give me anything in return. To celebrate with you is enough.

[ He looks at the wrapped gift in his hands, contemplates it for a moment, then hands it to Zhongli. ]

I want you to have this.

[gentryofhermitage]

Well, if that is your goal, then I would be honoured to celebrate with you.

[Zhongli takes the gift in hand, looking it over curiously.]

Thank you for this gift. Though it is unnecessary to feel an obligation to give me gifts, I am eager to see what it is you have picked out for me.

[And he begins to open it!]

[pactmarshal]

[ As Zhongli peels open the wrapping paper, he'll find inside a hefty tome. The cover is a rich, humble brown, but very finely made. There is no title on the cover, and should he flip through the pages, he'll find them blank as well.

Trahearne's gaze darts away. ]

I was...worried when you mentioned Erosion. It pained me to see you so distraught over the loss of your own memories, and I did not know what I could do to help you.

[ He pauses, then turns back to look at him. ]

I don't think I'll ever know what it's like to be as long-lived as you, but if writing things down helps, then I will gladly give you as many books as you need to keep your memories.

[ At that, he gives a soft chuckle. ]

And selfishly, I think I would like to read your story.

[gentryofhermitage]

[Admittedly, when Zhongli opens the book, he's at first intrigued, then a little puzzled. But as Trahearne explains, he looks up in surprise, and then back at the book. When he does, his expression goes softer and warmer, and he runs a hand tenderly over the cover of the book.]

Trahearne... truly, this is such a heartfelt gift. Though I do not believe the effects of Erosion can extend to this realm, the fact you wish for me to have this here for me to use... I am touched by your concern and generosity.

[He holds the tome close, reaching to hold Trahearne's hand and gently tug it to encourage him to come closer.]

I will be happy to write my story for you, and to have you read it. To share this with you... it would make me more than happy. Thank you, my dear... this gift means so much to me.

[pactmarshal]

[ Trahearne's expression softens when Zhongli takes his hand, and he happily takes a step towards him, into his warmth. He watches him speak, and a smile slowly spreads across his face.

Even if Erosion might not affect him in this realm, that doesn't stop Trahearne from worrying. Nothing can stop Trahearne from worrying, really, but what makes him happiest is knowing that, even if it does somehow start to take effect, Zhongli has something to combat it with. ]

You're most welcome. I only want you to be happy, and give you what peace of mind I can.

[ Their situation is strange, but it isn't bad.

Trahearne squeezes Zhongli's hand. ]

Merry Wintersday.

[gentryofhermitage]

It is indeed something that makes me feel a peace of mind. I already cannot wait to share my history with you.

[He leans in as Trahearne steps closer, moving to place a warm, lingering kiss to Trahearne's lips.]

Merry Wintersday.

[pactmarshal]

[ Trahearne chuckles into the kiss, because he, too, is rather eager to read what Zhongli has to share. The scholar in him feels positively spoiled for dating someone like him. It's honestly the least he can do to give back.

Though it takes a moment for him to pull open his eyes again, a grin soon bursts across his face, and he tugs lightly at his hand. ]

I apologise for intruding on such short notice, but you wouldn't mind sharing a pot of tea for a little while, would you?

[ Any excuse to hang around longer, really. ]

Good to wrap?

[gentryofhermitage]

[Rather than feel upset at the offer, Zhongli nods, and begins to lead Trahearne inside.]

Certainly. I came across a new tea blend that I think you would find agreeable. I've actually been meaning for an occasion to share it with you...