Came Because of Our Song ✔️

Brewing the Storm

If Wei Wuxian felt a bit guilty for his act, well....it was for a good cause.

Now Lan Zhan sat on the bed, with Wei Ying standing nearby while Lan Xichen joined his brother, sitting on the side.
" Wangji, please tell me if anything hurts, okay ?"
Lan Wangji only nodded, his ears bright red which didn't escape Wei Wuxian's notice. He smirked, his mischievous brain having found a target.

" Ah...Zewu-Jun. " when Lan Xichen turned towards Wei Wuxian, he asked " I don't know about you but I have heard that the rabbits have been missing Lan Zhan. "

He regretted saying it the next instant, as Lan Zhan's face went so gloomy Wei Wuxian wanted to slap himself.

Apparently, Lan Xichen agreed. He glared at Wei Wuxian, who was left to smile awkwardly.

Way to go Wei Wuxian.......

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To make up for his mistakes, Wei Ying kidnapped two rabbits from the backhills and deposited them in the lap of a blinking Lan Wangji - who for a lack of better word was equal parts confused and happy.

Wei Ying knew he was happy because he saw how the other relaxed and petted the rabbits.

And if a rare smile made its presence known; well, Wei Ying's heart could do with a treat, couldn't it ?

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A week later, Lan Xichen called them in Hanshi.

As Wei Wuxian helped Lan Wangji sit ( the Second Jade had his own lethal weapon of persuasion), Lan Xichen prepared medicinal tea.

Surprisingly, it was the Second Jade who broke the silent spell first.
" Xiongzhang..."

A single word, a form of address, yet the voice, the way the words tumbled out of those brownish lips ( Ahem.. Wei Ying) did nothing to hide the emotions behind it. The confusion and guilt, the pain and sheer will; all was visible in crystal clear view.

" Wangji..."

Forgive me....

It seems that Lan Wangji heard the unsaid words,as his brows furrowed while Wei Wuxian was left to stew in confusion. He knew how to read Lan Zhan, not Lan Xichen!
And by the looks of it the siblings were having a silent conversation, leaving Wei Ying to pout.

" Aiyah! I am here too! "
Lan Xichen tried to stifle his laugh behind his sleeve while Lan Wangji's ears turned red.
" My apologies Wei gonzi. Rest assured, we haven't forgotten you. "

" So....can you decode your silent conversation to enlighten this humble cultivator ?" He bowed dramatically, eyes twinkling with mischief causing Lan Xichen to smile. From the corner of his eyes, Wei Ying thought he heard a huff but when he turned, Lan Zhan was just sitting quietly.

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The Prince of the Northern kingdom wanted to visit the Cloud Recesses. That wouldn't be a problem in itself but the fact that he planned to stay and was coming with a gift which he mentioned in the letter was a warning in itself.

The cultivation world and the imperial world were two different dimensions if one were to ask. Cultivators hardly gave any thought to the world outside theirs, unless they were rogue or had left the cultivation world itself.

It was common knowledge for Sect hiers and leaders that a world outside theirs existed, that not everything revolved around flying swords, spiritual weapons and qi.

But a common person ? They just knew who protected them. Otherwise, the gossips of the streets and inns were enough to keep everyone informed about what they needed.

Now, as Wei Wuxian listened to Lan Xichen's tale and read the letter over Lan Wangji's shoulder, he knew that this wasn't a simple meeting.

The Prince was coming with a mission.

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First : Thanks for all those votes and comments! Came Because of Our Song got third place in Jades of Hearts Awards 2021!!! 🥳

I know, nothing big but this was the first award I participated in and I won! In fact Came Because of Our Song is my first story online ever.

Sorry if I am ranting and you can skip this if you want.....

Still, I am happy. It's not bad if I keep silent and just dance internally, is it ?

Anyway, I have made a cover for this story in celebration.

Second: Anyone knows which song Wei Wuxian played to calm the resentment in the whip scars ?

Comments don't need invitations and votes are welcomed if you loved my story and this chapter.
See you in the next update!

~>0•○•0~> Infrequent updates, what's new in that ?

1 November, 2021 - 9 November, 2021
Published: 9 November, 2021