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It was a long day of taking pictures with Paimon's Kamera per her request, which was reasonable for him. The both of them were about to head to Nod-Krai, so before they make their way, mind as well see some old friends. Although Paimon already captured several photos of their many companions, she was still considerate enough to have some options left for Aether to go through, which he graciously accepted, needing the break to just see some familiar faces before throwing himself into a new environment, most likely to help them from a crisis. He pushed those thoughts aside to just relax. He wasn't the most skilled at photography like his floating friend, but it was good enough for his friends to enjoy it.
He was just getting prepared to leave the small festival on the small island that belonged to Inazuma, feeling very tired from Yoimiya's energy, but the Traveler couldn't resist the smile on his face from seeing her so happy with her lit fireworks and sparklers. Once he reached the main island, he laid rest in a small inn owned by a very lovely elderly couple who were more than happy to accept the Traveler and give him a room.
After getting ready for a good night of sleep, he took the decorated album from his bag to check out the next location planned for him. Golden eyes lit up when he saw that the note left by Paimon, said to head for Liyue and take photos with Xiao. Well it makes sense, the little pixie probably had such a difficult time tracking him down, after all his partner was never the type to intentionally draw attention to himself, and never being found that easily. And yet Aether could see him in a heartbeat, all by letting his lover's name roll off his tongue. It just made him feel special that he was cared for that much by the usually cold and distant Yaksha. To see Xiao that protective and almost possessive of him, he couldn't help but have his thoughts linger to other notions. But he knew he shouldn't indulge in it, he was about to see his partner as soon as he leaves so he should just wait, and so he let's himself rest on the comfortable bedding beneath him.
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It was quite the walk from the port of Liyue Harbor all the way to the location that was said to be where Xiao was present, all during a calm moonlit night. As the golden-haired Traveler walked along the path, he was able to catch the sight of the Vigilant Yaksha, just standing there peacefully, as if he was waiting for him to arrive. Along with his partner, he also saw several Xiao Lanterns that were beautifully crafted. He didn't let his love wait any longer, now catching his attention, and small smile forming on his flawless face.
" It's you. Long time no see. I was just preparing to release some Xiao Lanterns. Care to join me? "
" Sure, but wait, how did you know I was coming here? "
" I didn't know, but i can sense your scent "
Aether was shocked at that revelation because what was that supposed to insinuate.
" Uh ... I don't know what to make of that "
" I did not mean that in a bad way if that's what you're thinking. It's ... almost like a feeling or something like that. I don't know, these are unnatural feelings for me to not fully comprehend. Just know I didn't mean anything bad out of it. Just disregard what I said entirely "
Xiao was frustrated during his words, which made it even harder for Aether to not flat out giggle at seeing his love struggle to find the right words.
" Don't worry my love, I know you didn't mean any offense, you never do. I just wanted to take some pictures "
" Hmm. Well this temple sits between mountains and rivers. It's a tranquil place. Sometimes visitors come here to paint, and sometimes I see the younger ones bring their Kameras with them. It just so happens that nobody else is here today, so don't worry about others disturbing your photography session "
" Oh and I'd also like to take a picture of you, Xiao "
" ... Of me? "
" Mhm. We can keep it as a memento of you releasing your Xiao Lanterns "
" I just came to release them. I never considered keeping mementos. Be that as it may, I think its a good idea. We'll do as you suggest. In your opinion, how should I hold myself in this photo? "
Aether viewed a couple of poses that Xiao was comfortable in doing. Although one of them was just him standing there, really cementing that fact that he didn't know what he was doing, earning a hearty laugh from the golden-haired man. In the end, Aether had him go for a 'fun' pose, which had his Yaksha mask in hand, and looking towards the Kamera with steady amber eyes. Now with the pose picked out, all that needed to be done was place the Xiao Lanterns in specific places around them.
" Apologies if they still appear to be crude. I'm still trying to perfect my craftsmanship "
" I still think they look as amazing as the first ones "
Xiao stopped what he was doing and lifted his head to see the golden-haired man, obviously sincere in his words, but it didn't stop the wide eye look he gave him. Aether simply said nothing, and went ahead to pick up his Kamera to set it up, but not before the raven Adeptus grasped his wrist delicately.
" Wait, Aether "
" Hm? Yes, Xiao "
" There's- something I wanted you to have. Maybe you could consider ... wearing it for the photo-, if you wish to that is "
The Vigilant Yaksha then presented a replica of a geo crystalfly, with its beautifully designed wings, and it also glowing brightly against the starry night. His heart began to feel closed in a warm an loving way when he glanced at his ethereal partner, and an expression displayed that showed just how much he understood what this small gesture was doing for him. Everytime Xiao presented one or even several crystalflies to Aether, they would both feel loved inside, a constant reminder of how much they mean to each other.
" Oh Xiao. Of course I'll wear this. Does here look good? "
" Let me just- Alright, now let's start before the night passes "
" Yep, let me just set up the Kamera "
Their photography session started out with some beautifully intricate takes. And most of those photos were mostly meant for them, wanting to keep the pictures for themselves, for the next time they have to go their separated ways, they can always keep the meaningful memento on them. They were really enjoying the company of the other, you could even catch the usually expressionless Adeptus smiling as his eyes wanders off to view the happiness of his lover. Before the sun rose, Aether quickly reminded himself of the photo he needed for Paimon's album. Now, he stands behind the Kamera and is preparing for the final take. Xiao was already in position, patiently waiting for the latter to take the picture.
The golden-haired Traveler was slowly swayed by the way his partner stood there, with his raven-colored hair with visible teal on the tip of his strands, his glowing amber eyes that stared at him intensely, his steady and lean figure, and only he did he witness him in his entirety, and all down to the details of his right tattoo on his slightly muscular arms. Even if the man in front of him might never see it, Aether truly admired his beauty, all with intensity, and the golden-haired man really couldn't get over all of Xiao. But the latter witnesses the faint blush appearing on the sun-kissed skin of the man, with his eyes clearly in a daze.
" Aether, is something wrong? "
" Wh- Oh! Of course not! I was just- Uh ... Let's just take the photo before I say anything stupid "
And Xiao decided to leave it at that, he was finding enjoyment at watching Aether turn into a pretty pink shading of a blushing mess. The flashing of the Kamera can be seen, and the clicking sound was heard; Aether quickly got the photo once it appeared, and placed it on the empty space of the album. Now, the glowing Lanterns drifted into the sky, almost matching the glow of the stars. Both men met each others gaze, knowing that neither of them wished for this time together to end.
" Well ... Thank you for wanting to take some pictures with me my love, I'm sure you have other stuff to do, so I can just- "
" I- actually wouldn't mind if this continued on for a bit longer. We could head over to Wangshu Inn; it would be difficult to do so here, so I could get us closer to a manageable pathway there, ... if you wish to, I know you're quite busy yourself "
" I would very much like to join you for a walk Xiao"
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The sound of footsteps on dirt road could be heard, along with the sound of small night critters, and the intriguing conversation between the Traveler and Vigilant Yaksha. Although the conversation in question was just Aether rambling about his recent adventures, and the previous meetings with his other companions, all while Xiao was listening intently. It was clear that he was paying attention because the moment paused for a slight second more, Xiao caught the eyes of the man beside him.
" You seem awfully quiet Xiao, is there a reason why? "
" I could ask you the same thing, back when you were just staring at me "
" I-I ... I just couldn't stop admiring you. I mean how could I not stare at you. With all that you are inside and out, I mean I could just go on and on about all I think about you everyday- "
Before Aether could fully finish what he was meant to say, Xiao pulled him aside, away from the path, and to a large enough tree where lean, but muscular arms pinned the shocked golden-haired man right in the middle.
" ... Although I wouldn't exactly agree to whatever you have to say, I wish for you to speak out, and say what you truly think of me, for better or for worse. So go on "
Aether was left in a stuttering and blushing mess before he spoke up once he composed himself enough to form actual words.
" W-well for starters, whenever I see you, I always get this urge to just ... take care of you, to just let you know how much you mean to me, and how I'll always tell you that I could never see anything bad in you. I love how you are secretly caring and sweet towards me, it's really ... nice to know. And I love your looks just as much as your personality. And the amount of effort you have taken to understand human gestures to just please me, you really are the sweetest deep down. The way you look at me, I willingly lose myself in your gorgeous amber eyes. A-and your hair, the teal really does suit you, and it always feels soft against my fingers. And your bod- well actually I- "
Xiao leaned to Aether's side, with his head resting upon his tense shoulder. Although, while the Golden Knight believed his love would just lay his head on him, he actually began to leave love marks upon his neck, right near the spot that Xiao knew made him worked up. The man that stood in front of the Golden Knight; continuing to kiss, suck, and slightly bit upon areas of his skin; leaving Aether in a quiet, but moaning mess. Even though the Traveler was lost in the lewd motions, Xiao still wanted him to keeping speaking, to which Aether nervously obliged.
" You still have other things to say about me don't you. Well continue your sentence "
" W-well I was always able to tell how strong you were with those muscles of yours, so beautiful. Your hands and fingers, it has done so much, to you it may have caused destruction, but to me, it made me feel pleasure, safety, and comfort "
Xiao continued his movements only placing slight pressure every now and then, and now it has started to get harder to keep quiet in the silent night. It still hasn't stopped either if the men to continue.
" Go on, I want you to say everything. Keep going, I know there's something else you want to say "
The Adeptus then looked directly into golden eyes once he lifted his head up enough to do so. And knowing Xiao, it was a sign of him asking to continue, to which Aether gave a clear nod. The raven Adeptus then descended his hand to unbuckle the belt just enough to fit his hand inside the pants to lightly stroke him through the pair of black boxers with his true touch behind an intricately designed glove. And this is what gave Aether an edge, gasping at the pleasure he was experiencing, and all by the hands of his chosen partner.
" Y-your hand really feels good a-against me like that, please~ don't stop, please~ "
" I want to hear you say it. You were never shy about saying it all the other times "
" Xiao~ ... I love when you get me all hard like this. Just you using your hands makes me want to go over the edge with you. I especially love when those same strong fingers stretch me out. I really love when your cock stretches me out too, hitting me in all the right places. And the skill of your hips ramming into me. How you're now more comfortable going more rough on me, but also pounding into me so lovingly. God you really make me feel so loved. I love doing the same things with you; letting you use my mouth to get you off when you need it, tasting you, sucking your pink nipples, even letting me bend you over to take you myself. You are just so perfect for me, we were both made for each other. Xiao I-"
" Let us finish this somewhere else, someone might interrupt us, if you still want me to finish you off that is-
" Oh god Xiao please~ let me finish. I-I need it, I need you, I want both of us to feel good from this, please~ "
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The Vigilant Yaksha took the Golden Traveler in his arms to be teleported to his reserved room in Wangshu Inn; gently was the blond man placed on the other's lap, stealing kisses in-between the removal of their clothing, starting from the accessories on themselves, including the gifted geo crystalfly that was gently placed upon the side table. Once they were both fully exposed themselves, Aether was the first to pounce onto Xiao, sharing a very intimate kiss before trailing down to the raven-haired man's light pink and very hard nipples, to which the man on top began to suck the right one, and pinch the left, earning a favorable reaction from the latter.
" You're not so bad with this either "
" Good to know, but I wanna do something else. Oh and just so you know, you can- you know fuck my mouth I won't mind "
" If- If that's alright with you. I apologize in advance if I do lose control that way. However, if it get's to much, get my attention in anyway you can, like pinching my thigh "
" Got it "
Aether quickly got to work with shifting downward so his soft pink lips were in front of the thick and lengthy dick he had in place. He continued to make contact with amber eyes as he took as much of Xiao's cock as he possibly could in one go. And until Aether got used to the feeling in his throat once again, he swirled his tongue around the angry red tip, tasting the slightly salty pre-cum. A few takes and he eventually was able to take all of Xiao, leaving the golden-haired man with a slight bulge in his throat and nose touching the base hair of his lover's dick. It was leaving him in a moaning mess that was muffled by the cock stuffed in his mouth, and the raven-haired man wasn't fairing any better, Aether was just much louder than him despite his position. As predicted, Xiao tugged on the golden strands and began to roughly thrust his hips into Aether's mouth against soft lips. It left with one if them biting their lower lip to lessen the sounds of grunting and whimpering, and the other in strangled moans against the other's member.
" You're so good for me Aether. So good for me. Oh how I missed this, I shouldn't get addicted to this, but- fuck, you make me want more. I'm about to- Can I cum in your mouth "
Aether gave his signal of yes by tugging Xiao's thrusting hips closer, even grabbing hold of his ass. The last few minutes of rough mouth-fucking left Xiao to release his orgasm, leaving him in a blissful state, while Aether swallowed and licked every drop of the sticky liquid clean off, swiping some that slipped from his lips and onto his chin to clean that off as well, not wasting a drop.
Xiao still had enough stamina to lift Aether to shift him into a position of sitting on his lap, while he leaned on his right hand, and his left one wiping away golden tears that never trailed down his face. While Xiao noticed that Aether hasn't cum yet, the other noticed that he was starting to get hard again.
" Thank you for what you've done. Now, how do you want to approach this? "
" Hm. So serious as always, how cute "
" You really seem to be asking for something with your attitude "
" I was just messing with you, my love. Can you let me ride you, help me get off like that? Please? "
" Of course, do you wish for me to do anything else? "
" Well since your asking, could we just ... make love to each other? Just show each other how much we mean to one another "
" I understand. Even though this is entirely new to me, and it has been a while, I am willing to relearn "
" Thank you for doing that for me Xiao. You know if you need help getting hard, I can always ... give you show if you want "
" Hm. I'm quite curious what you mean by this "
" Well I can certainly show you "
Aether switched around to where his scared back was seen by Xiao. He used his flexibility to reach for a bottle of lube in the drawer of the side table, pouring a generous amount on his calloused fingers, and started with one finger against the ring of muscle, eventually pushing it in. It was painful sure, after all it has been a good while since he had to stretch himself out. The latter must have taken notice this, since he was roughly massaging one of Aether's asscheeks with one hand, while stroking himself with the other, all while praising his lover's performance. This gave the golden-haired man the ability to add a second finger, scissoring and curling them inside himself, earning a hit of pleasure from slightly striking his prostate.
He decided fo skip adding a third finger because he needed Xiao and what he had to offer, and from what he could feel from behind him, the latter was once again rock hard. Aether turned around once again, lifting himself to now be able to see his amazing Adeptus in this intimate form; his upper weight placed upon his right arm once again, half lidded eyes, mouth slightly opened to catch his breath, and a visible scarlet shade of blush in some parts. Aether couldn't wait any longer, so he gave one final look towards Xiao to which he gave a signal. Aether grabbed onto the large cock, slightly thumbing the slit of his head that was covered in pre-cum once again, just to cover the red tip and placed it underneath his aching hole, slowly working his way down. All until he felt like he could sit down, placing his arms around the latter's neck, and crossing his legs onto the waist.
Aether began slowly, now having to get used to the feeling of the thick cock of his lover inside of him again, having his voice appear in broken moans everytime he shifts forwards and back, and rolled up and down. The process went by much more smoothly once Xiao assisted him by placing his steady hands on Aether's slender waist. The pace quickened slightly, with the skin slapping being heard heavily and frequently, but didn't exactly drown out the words said in between their rough kisses.
" G-god you feel so good inside of me Xiao. A-ah~ Please~ keep holding me like this "
" You move so amazingly my love. I missed this so much "
" Yeah~ I missed this too. A-ah~ I-I don't want to forget how you fuck me so good O-oh~"
" Hm. You like it when I go rough with you "
" Oh yes. Yes, yes, yes. I love the marks your leaving on me "
" Yeah, maybe everyone can see who has your love already. Now they might understand how they never had a chance with you "
" Oh wow~. I never expected you to have jealous side to you- "
Once those words left his soft lips, Xiao pulled out, much to both of their dismays; only to then place Aether onto his stomach, and before the golden-eyed man could recover himself, the amber-eyed man grabbed his hips, and roughly insert his hard erection into the pink rim; thrusting harder and faster into his love. Once the rough rhythm was found, his right hand went to stroke Aether's hard member at the same rough pace.
After a while, Aether was left on his weakened knees on the soft blankets, chest laid almost flat, head resting on his arms, hands tightly gripping onto the ruined sheets, his face with a fucked out expression, and going lower; his legs were trembling and dick twitching in Xiao's skilled hand. All with the sound of loud pleasured moaning coming from him and visible love marks seen all over his figure.
As for Xiao, he kept his rough pace steady, even slightly increasing every now and then, his stamina not slowing down, massaging the man's plump ass to relieve some of the pain, slightly bending over occasionally to kiss the scars littered upon his back, and shifts his gaze from the expression Aether displays when he turns his head enough to slightly see Xiao, and to his cock moving in and out of the abused rim, and hearing its lewd sound, along with the sound of grunting leaving his lips.
" O-oh god I missed this so much. Ah- Hah~ Fu~ You make me feel so good- Oh fuck I think i'm gonna- "
Xiao quickly grabbed Aether to sit on his lap, while continuing to deliver heavy thrusts. He used his hand to move his head to side in order to properly kiss him, adding the touch of tongues in between.
" You're so good for me love. I'm so lucky to have someone like you "
" Oh Xiao. I'm glad I got to meet you, you mean everything to me "
And with one last kiss, they rode out their orgasms, stealing each other's moans. Once both of them have finished, they collapsed onto the ruined bedding, with Aether moving to a side position so he wouldn't put pressure on his groin or ass. Xiao held him in his arms while laying down, kissing his temple.
" I really missed this "
" Well, I'm sorry to keep you waiting "
" There's no need for that, I understand why. I've been pretty busy myself you know. But now with me heading to Nod-Krai ... I'm going to be really busy so ..."
" Well we can simply use our time to our advantage by spending it together "
" Yeah your right. I'm glad you're getting better at understanding mortal thinking "
" Learned it from the most knowledgeable one "
" Hahaha~ I guess that's fair "
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The last photo displayed in the album showed a bright eyed Paimon to the left, the Conquerer of Demons to the right, and the Golden-haired Traveler in between two more important people by his side.