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It's not, but Teyvat is a beautiful place.

[Maybe one day there will be a way for him to show Vanitas that.

In the meantime, the reaction he gets from his lover is both amusing and endearing. Aether can't help but kiss his cheeks.]

But you already got married with Vincent? Left me out of it and didn't even invite me... I demand my own marriage. [He's teasing now, but his voice is as fond as ever.]

I'd like to see it eventually.

[Together. He imagines it would be fun, trekking across the world and seeing the sights, without a care to their name.

Being kissed only makes him more huffy, though he at least raises his head to glance at Aether, bottom lip jutting out in a pout.]

T-That was a joke... [He's still wearing the ring, though. Idiot.] .....fine. You can have your own version with me, if it'll make you feel better. [Somebody thinks he's serious, haha...]

[Aether watches Vanitas for a moment, the smile on his face is warm and loving. Then he brings the other's hand up to his face and kisses it with utmost care.]

I was only joking but... I would absolutely do it. [He looks at his lover, still keeping that hand close to his lips.] If that's what you want, of course.

[That's what matters to him the most.]

[That expression becomes too much for him to bear, and so he ducks his head again, pointedly avoiding Aether's gaze. Especially upon having his hand kissed.]

Oh... We could at least get those tracker earrings like me and Vince did. [Stealing a quick glance at him, his face manages to flush despite his chilly body.] That way we'd always know the other is safe.

[And having more ways of pinpointing their location might be helpful if Patho-Gen decides to kidnap them again.]

[Aether nods, releasing Vanitas' hand, then gently touching his ear, like he wants to take a closer look at the earring his lover is wearing.]

We definitely should.

[He leans down and kisses the edge of the other's ear.]

...But I'm not giving up on a ring either. [He whispers, grinning.]

[There are now many earrings on his ears, from the hourglass one he always wears to the newer, helix earring that serves as a means of conveying his position to Vincent. So he should be used to the touch, yet somehow it still makes him tremble.]

I'll put in for it, then.

[By now his face is searing hot, especially when Aether whispers that like it's some erotic dream.]

Y-You really want one that badly, huh...? [He's not complaining! It's just... rather a big deal.]

[Removing his hand, Aether smiles more at his lover.]

Good. Thank you.

[There's the softest laugh from him as he moves to pay attention to the patch of skin right under Vanitas' ear.]

I do, but don't worry too much about it. [He trails kisses down along his lover's neck, sweet, warm and lingering. Sometimes he pauses to nip a little at the skin, gently, to not leave any marks.]

[He exhales heavily, trying to cool his face somehow as he nods.]

If you say so... I don't want you feeling left out. [That makes his ear flick, ticklish, before he makes a quiet noise somewhere between a whine and a moan. Aether is always so gentle with him, making him feel special and treasured. He can't help wondering if he's able to do the same in return.]

I have an idea for the earrings. I've been wanting to use those feathers you gave me - I could turn them into jewelry.

[The kisses to the neck don't stop. If anything, a hand reaches to Vanitas' collar, pushing his shirt a bit to expose more of his lover's skin and continue on there. He only pauses to respond to Vanitas' words.]

So you'd like to make earrings out of me?

[His voice is amused.]

I'm joking. I'll be honoured if a piece of me is always with you. And if none of the feather you already have work, you can pick more.

[His wings move at that, as if offered.]

[It's as if Aether is trying to fluster him, sheesh...! Because it's working. But he's still not complaining, only growing more obliging by the moment as he melts to the kisses. Though having his idea put like that has him laughing weakly.]

I guess you could say so...

[Ruffles his hair!! Jerk!]

I mean, if you didn't want me to... [Now it's his turn to tease. Though he takes the opportunity to brush a hand through Aether's wings, petting them.] It seemed a better idea than just letting it sit in a box.

[Aether chuckles at that ruffle of the hair.]

I think it's a good idea.

[His wings only move more into his touch like a cat asking for being petted more.]

You really kept all my feathers?

Good. You better.

[Huffy!! At least he keeps on petting Aether's wings, because honestly, they're so soft he just wants to bury himself in them and sleep. His own personal bed...]

T-That's... It wasn't hard to do...

[He's collecting the things that mean something to him from those he's formed attachments to, and feathers are pretty and versatile.]

[It's adorable how much Vanitas is huffing... Thinks the guy who doesn't like getting teased, but loves teasing.]

I see. I'm glad you kept them.

[He nuzzles against his lover's neck, before placing a tiny kiss there.]

It's a bit of a shame Vince doesn't have feathers, too... But It's also easier to clean like this. [Aether keeps dropping those feathers here and there.]

[Wow, hypocrite much, Aether?? But no, it's fine. Vanitas loves him for it despite getting uppity.]

They were a gift from you, so...

[Of course he would treasure them and value each one. Just as he savors each kiss with a light shiver, craning his head to welcome more of the affection.]

Heh, yeah, that would be nice, huh? Even if it meant more work. I started just using a broom to make the job easier. [Gathering them up goes faster now!]

[All three of them are hypocrites. It checks out.

Aether gives a soft "hm" noise as he leaves another kiss upon his lover's skin. His hand reaches for Vanitas to hold it, fingers intertwined.]

I need to help you out with cleaning them up. I'm leaving them all over the place.

[It's not right that Vanitas ends up cleaning them all alone.]

[That they are... Idiots.

Chuckling a bit, Vanitas takes hold of Aether's hand and guides it to his lips, brushing over it softly.]

I won't say no. I've been meaning to make them into pillows. Heh.

[Is he teasing or serious... He certainly seems to be completely committed to the idea.]

[The gentle affection to his hand gets a loving smile. Maybe it's silly, but he can't get enough of this kind of tender touch. The press of the lips leaves his skin pleasantly tingling.]

So then you could sleep on me all the time.

[His voice is as playful, but he thinks the idea is nice. His feathers are very soft, it would be a waste not to use them somehow.]

[It's a rare thing for Vanitas to be so sweetly affectionate, but the closer he gets to perishing, the more he wants to show those close to him how much he appreciates them.]

That's the idea. I wouldn't need to disturb you to feel like you're always here with me.

[Something that he'll love even more when sick and dying, he knows. Or even just if Aether is busy.]

You never disturb me, though.

[There's another kiss planted on Vanitas' skin, right to his cheek, then again to his neck.]

But I like the idea of always being by your side in some way.

[As long as it brings his lover comfort, especially in these difficult times. Aether can't forget about the spectral death looming over his partner.]

Heh. So you say, but surely there are times when you simply want to have space to yourself.

[At least, he thinks everyone must feel like that now and then. Though the kisses make it difficult to think that way right now.]

Mmm... You've always been a comfort to me, ever since the beginning.

[It's one reason he treasures Aether so much. He's always made sure to never let him feel like he's going through things alone.]

[Aether is silent for a moment.]

That's true, but...

[He doesn't like being alone.]

Maybe I'm used to having someone by my side. [He says with a smile.] My sister was always with me and... later Paimon would always accompany me everywhere.

Ah, I see...

[Completely the opposite from him, who has been forever alone since early days. Hence why he gets so overwhelmed sometimes now, with so many people and so much love. It gets to be too much.]

I'm glad you didn't have to handle everything by yourself, at least. You don't deserve that hardship.

[Something in his expression falls.]

I can handle a lot on my own, you know? It's perfectly fine.

[Despite the company of friends and other people, Aether tends to take everything on himself. It's this persistent belief that he's fine, that he can push away any negative thoughts and no matter the hardships, he will prevail.

But it does make him feel lonely, even when amongst the people he cares about so dearly.

The recent events with Vanitas and Vincent showed him, though, that it's fine if he's lost and seeks help, even if it's a difficult thing to do for him.]

[He notes the change curiously, wondering if something he said had inadvertently hurt Aether.]

I know. You're amazing in that regard. But that doesn't mean I want you to endure difficult times alone.

[There's no reason for him to burden himself with everyone's problems while ignoring his own needs and desires. It doesn't matter if they're small or trivial, he should have someone by his side to provide encouragement and support. It's something Vanitas tries to do, too, but he knows he's rather shit at it.

Sighing quietly, he strokes Aether's hair.]

I apologize if it seemed like I was patronizing you.

[Confused, Aether shakes his head.]

No... No, it's not that.

[He rests his head against his lover's shoulder, letting him stroke his hair as much as he wishes.]

I... realized I'm not really good at opening up about my own worries.

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