[Video; UN: gentlebreeze]

[gentledawn]

This month, I will be turning twenty. [It feels like a momentous age; a shift into something new. But he has no idea how to celebrate the occasion and thus he brings his questions to the network:]

How would you celebrate a birthday? We didn't make much of a fuss about them with my Master, yet this world is different. I want to try making the day special.

Just know that I am not fond of overindulging in alcohol. Sweet wines are my favorite if I need to choose, but I have my fill of them quickly.

Comments

[fated_dance]

[ He hasn't been wasting his returned strength and energy, things which delight his soulmate as well. Zishu grins. ]

I won't let you fall, A-Chen. I'm sure you will keep up.

[gentledawn]

[As happy as he is at the change, he does miss their naps together.]

I am in your hands. What shall we wager?

[fated_dance]

[ They'll nap together again~ No fox can resist a bunny. ]

I chose our wager last time, it's only fair for you to choose this time.

[gentledawn]

Alright, if I win, I want to enjoy a nap with you and A-Xing.

[How can a rabbit resist snuggling between two foxes?]

[fated_dance]

[ He softens immediately. ]

Deal. I've missed our naps together, A-Chen. You're very warm, especially as a cute rabbit.

[gentledawn]

My ears and tail are refusing to disappear! I've also noticed...white strands. In my hair.

[What other kind of rabbit would he be?]

[fated_dance]

I don't want them to. Aah? I think you'd look even more handsome with white hair. Lao Wen certainly does.

[gentledawn]

It suits him. [Kexing has a glow about him, but Xingchen thinks he would have that anyway. His soulmate is with him!]

I don't think I would mind being a white rabbit.

[fated_dance]

It does. [ Then again, Zishu thinks Kexing is gorgeous no matter what he looks like. ]

Your foxes certainly love their white rabbit. He's very cute and sweet.

[gentledawn]

Your white rabbit will keep you warm on a cold night - as long as you share your fluffy tails with him.

[fated_dance]

Of course they will. They like wrapping around you.

[gentledawn]

What generous tails. I will remember to thank them.

[fated_dance]

They accept thanks in nuzzles and brushing.

[gentledawn]

Brushing! That sounds fun. Do you have the proper brush?

[fated_dance]

Why don't you come over when you have the time and find out?

[ Of course he does. ]

[gentledawn]

I can come over in a few hours. Then I will take care of your lovely tails.

[No snags will be allowed!]

[fated_dance]

I look forward to it, A-Chen.

[gentledawn]

I might play with your hair too.

[fated_dance]

[ He can't resist chuckling. ]

And my ears?

[ Clearly they're just as neglected! ]

[gentledawn]

Oh of course! They are too soft for me to ignore.

[He smiles widely.]

[fated_dance]

[ He grins. ]

Then I will see you soon.

[Action]

[gentledawn]

[A few hours later, smiling the entire way, Xingchen arrives at Zichen's door and knocks. His long ears twitch curiously and he feels his tail wagging.]

[fated_dance]

[ There's a bath ready for them, plenty of towels, fresh clothes...and yes. The brushes that work best on his fox tails and hair. Zishu opens the door with a smile, nine tails waving behind him and fox ears twitching in anticipation. ]

Come in.

[ But he's too impatient now, and reaches for Xingchen's hand to tug him inside. ]

[gentledawn]

[His hand is grabbed and he hurries inside, grinning as if this is a fine game. The preparations are noticed and he squeezes Zishu's hand.]

Am I bathing you or are we bathing each other?

[fated_dance]

[ It is~ Zishu grins and leads him to the side of the tub before turning to face him, stepping in for a soft kiss hello. ]

I thought we would bathe together.