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[gentledawn]

[A white rabbit stares at the camera.

And stares.

Then a back leg thumps impatiently against the floor. A flash of magic follows and then Xingchen is sitting where the rabbit had been, his black hair scattered with white strands. He quickly dresses himself and clears his throat.]

Forgive me. I meant to say: if you are near the Temple and find yourself in need of rest or refreshment, you are welcome. All are welcome as long as you come in peace and do not mind cats.

Or... [Another cough.] Rabbits.

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[pinkblinded]

It's alright. They can live their own lives now.

[Some tell him he shouldn't be so forgiving but he really can't help it honestly.]

I like having you as my family. It makes me really happy.

[gentledawn]

[Empty lives, he thinks, because they lack a pink flower.]

I'm honored to be your family, Gaura. It's not something I take lightly.

[pinkblinded]

You've always been so kind to me, Xingchen. It means the world to me to have you as a brother. Truly.

[gentledawn]

[A brother? His cheeks turn red and his smile wobbles happily.]

I've never had a brother. Tell me if I am being too protective.

[pinkblinded]

[He laughs softly.]

I won't mind if you are. I promise.

[gentledawn]

You deserve the best. [Even if a "brother" needs to be reprimanded.]

[pinkblinded]

It just means you care and you're taking care of me. How could I ever hate that?

[gentledawn]

Care can be abusive. You must be aware of that. [Xingchen grows serious, frowning faintly.] When you feel trapped, speak up.

[pinkblinded]

[He tilts his head and blinks in surprise. To be honest, he's never had care like that at all. He's always been so content to have any attention at all that he's never known it to become cruel.] ...I will. I don't feel like you'll ever make me feel that way though...

[gentledawn]

I wouldn't intentionally. Never. [Xingchen promises solemnly.] You are dear to me.

[pinkblinded]

You are dear to me too. I trust you. [He reaches over to gently touch his wrist.]

[gentledawn]

[His hand turns and he grasps Gaura's hand.]

I will work to be deserving of your trust always.

[pinkblinded]

You don't have to. Really. Just you being you is so wonderful.

[He offers him a smile and squeezes his hand.]

You're amazing, Xingchen. I sometimes want to be more like you.

[gentledawn]

I want to give you a good example - since I am your brother.

[His eyes glitter giddily and he returns the squeeze.]

I think you're perfect as yourself.

[pinkblinded]

[His cheeks color and he looks down.]

I don't know that I'm perfect. But thank you.

[gentledawn]

You are perfectly Gaura and that is all you need to be. [Xingchen hides the urge to chuckle. His friend is very cute.] I used to tell my Master that I wanted to be exactly like her when I grew up. She said that would be boring since she already existed.

[pinkblinded]

I like to be me. But there's always times when I wish I can do things others can.

[Usually when it comes to reading expressions.] I know I'm just me though. So I let myself be happy with that.

[gentledawn]

Tell what you wish you could do. If there is a way, I'll help you.

[He is still focused on finding a spell to help Gaura - even if it's temporary.]

I personally love just you.

[pinkblinded]

[He lowers his gaze then, looking almost guilty despite the fact that he has nothing to feel guilty about.]

...I heard you laugh. But I wish I could see you smile when you do. Or know what looks Henry gives me. Or know when someone is joking. Or when someone is sad...angry...

[He smiles sadly.]

I wish I could know what emotions everyone wears on their face.

[gentledawn]

[Xingchen raises a hand to caress Gaura's cheek.]

I haven't given up. I am looking. I want a safe spell. Once I am satisfied, I will contact you.

[pinkblinded]

[His eyes close and he ends up leaning into that warm hand.]

It's alright if you never find anything. I've learned to live with it. Sometimes I just wonder what it would be like to know what the face of my boyfriend looks like. To know his smile. To know the smiles of the two I've made my brothers...

[gentledawn]

[His touch remains light as if he is caressing petals.]

I will give you that if I can. You have my word. [His throat is tight and he swallows against it.] Have faith. We love you and we will give you our image.

[pinkblinded]

[He knows that he should have faith but the truth is that he doesn't know how to when he's only known the impossibility of there being a cure or treatment. But he nods anyone.]

I'll try. I promise.

[gentledawn]

[Magic is different. He has made progress, but he is sensitive about eyes. For obvious reasons.]

Until then, use your heart to see. It will tell you far more truth than your eyes can assess.

[pinkblinded]

[He nods his head.]

I think that scares people sometimes because I open my heart so often. But I still try to anyway.