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[dazzlingdream]

Xue Yang. [He has nothing to hide; of course he is associated with the delinquent! This is totally normal. Nothing to worry about here. Please move on.] I wish to speak with you at your earliest opportunity.

[Then, in a softer tone, as Meng Yao moves to his art easel, lifting a brush gracefully.]

Zewu-Jun, Lady Yanli... May I offer my condolences? I have noticed...an absence. If I am mistaken, please correct me.

[Is he watching their house? Noooope. He would never.]

For everyone else, would you suggest purchasing a home in the city or outside of the city's limits?

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[dazzlingdream]

[He pours them two bowls of soup and carries them over on a tray.]

Mm let's see...

A missing arm, a hole in your heart...

I wouldn't call those signs of victory.

[xue_yang]

There was victory. You enjoyed it for a few years. But then it was time for others to have their revenge.

[dazzlingdream]

I'd like to think the world can be more than that, Chengmei. Instead of suffering through a cycle of revenge, why can't we have peace?

[xue_yang]

Have we ever really seen peace? I'm not sure such a thing actually exists.

[He tasted it for three years but then the cycle continued.]

[dazzlingdream]

I sought it. I wanted it. I'd like to think it exists, especially for those who are truly good.

[xue_yang]

[He laughs and holds up his hands.]

Well, then I guess that explains why I've not seen it. I don't think anyone would say anything good about me.

[dazzlingdream]

There is hope for you. [He pours them some fresh, iced water.] If you wish to grasp hold of it. The majority of this world doesn't know of your feats.

[xue_yang]

And as long as I don't add to my already long list, you think I can obtain this peace? There are limits to how long I can hold back.

[dazzlingdream]

It is possible. [Meng Yao touches Xue Yang's hand lightly, delicately.] We must find you other outlets for your energy.

[xue_yang]

Any suggestions you might have, I am willing to at least take into consideration.

[dazzlingdream]

Do you find yourself...feeling lonely...in this place?

[xue_yang]

[He quirks his eyebrow as he looks at the other. Does he really expect him to answer that?]

I'm used to being alone and doing what I want.

[dazzlingdream]

You are unsatisfied; that is what leads to you acting out. No one likes to be alone all of the time.

[xue_yang]

And what exactly do you think will satisfy me?

[dazzlingdream]

I was raised in a brothel. I don't like using those...techniques...but I need to repay you for what you did.

[xue_yang]

[He sits up a little straighter in his chair and gives him a look. Suddenly he is wondering if he was called here for more then just tea and dinner.]

And just how exactly are you planning to repay me?

[dazzlingdream]

To put it bluntly, sex. [He shrugs a shoulder.] It would help us work out our frustrations, I think, and there is little danger of us growing attached to one another.

[xue_yang]

[He laughs and gives him a very amused smirk. That is the most unexpected thing he has ever heard Meng Yao say and all things considered with what they have done together, that is saying quite a lot.]

You're full of surprises today.

[Considering both their potential desired ones could arguably also hate their guts..it's not a bad deal.]

I've certainly never been repaid in that way before, but is that really what you want to do?

[He still seems quite surprised by the request.]

[dazzlingdream]

[He is full of surprises for everyone who knows him. Or...thinks...they know him. Meng Yao sets down his tea cup and observes Xue Yang with a small smile.]

I know what I want. I always have.

And you do too.

[This is the simplest way for them to feel a little better.]

I wouldn't have suggested it if I wasn't prepared to follow through.

[xue_yang]

[Well..why the hell not. He definitely has his own frustrations about certain things after all.]

Alright. I agree to the terms of this arrangement. Of course..have I ever actually turned you down for anything you've asked me to do?

[dazzlingdream]

[Shifting forward, he lays a hand on Xue Yang's arm, smirking alluringly.]

No, you have always been so very willing to help me. I am grateful to you, Chengmei, and if you have no other plans, we can spend the evening...relaxing.

[xue_yang]

I'm all yours.

[What an amusing turn of events. Luckily he hadn't planned on anything else for the day so his schedule is wide open.]

[dazzlingdream]

What will I do with such freedom! [He teases and threads their fingers together.] Would you like some dessert?

[xue_yang]

I was under the impression that you were dessert.

[He's not exactly inclined to turn down something sweet if it's available though..]

[dazzlingdream]

Flirting, Chengmei? [He smirks and rises to bring them a small cake on a pretty pedestal.] This will make our kisses sweeter, don't you think?