the proposition is indeed a surprise, though perhaps this is something he should've expected. dan feng had been used to company, even before the events of the sedition, whether it's the preceptors or the high-cloud quintet. he was only isolated after being condemned for an unpardonable sin.
he also should've expected that his current living quarters are small enough for the former high elder, who has lived in opulence for much of his life. but given their circumstances which cannot afford such luxury, it makes sense that "rooming" with another person would alleviate part of the challenge. ]
Only if you're comfortable living with another person, High Elder.
[ they may be friends, but it's an entirely different situation living together. ]
[ he wants to be rich again!! he misses good tea..
jing yuan's surprise is evident, but that is not shocking, all things considered. after a short separation, with dan feng barging into his home, jing yuan surely could not have expected to be asked to room together. ]
I am comfortable with you.
[ he says, earnestly. much as dan feng does not love to be alone after centuries in isolation, he still would not ask just anyone to share space with him. he is particular about close friendships, but jing yuan is jing yuan. ]
That said, I do not mean to force you. "No" is an acceptable answer.
[ no is indeed an acceptable answer here, but jing yuan's aware that dan feng must've swallowed a great deal his pride to even offer this proposition to him. it's not simply an admission that he's outgrown his lodging and is in need of a bigger one, especially not after the past few weeks of being apart. ]
My answer is not a "no", High Elder.
[ as if jing yuan could ever deny dan feng anything he wanted. he's always supported him, always rallied behind his decisions, reckless as they are, having sacrificed so much throughout the centuries.
he was simply concerned that this might be an uncomfortable situation for dan feng. ]
I only wish to be certain of your comfort living with me.
If I were not comfortable with it, I would not have asked.
[ he says simply, clearly. his reasoning is not entirely false - dan feng does wish to have more space, and knows well that he cannot do it so easily alone, but of course that is not his only motive. keeping jing yuan close is more important still. ]
Then, do you accept?
[ even if he does not - though dan feng suspects that he will - he'll still keep him as close as he is able to, will still never relinquish his hold. even after all of this time, the quintet means everything to him, each and every one of them, no matter what they may think of him in return. ]
[ dan feng's expression has jing yuan considering a harmless joke, a lighthearted tease just like old times. but it doesn't seem like the time or place, especially when they're still trying to navigate this rough patch between them.
if it's space that dan feng wants while still keeping his company, he thinks that's something he can offer him. ]
I do ...
[ ... why does it feel as if he's just accepted a proposal after a long-drawn courtship? jing yuan chuckles inwardly, feeling as if he's become a boy once more, trailing after his master and her companions. ]
Though if you decide to your mind, High Elder, it'll be more difficult to avoid me.
[ at jing yuan's answer, dan feng smiles, soft and subdued, but a smile nonetheless. ]
Nonsense. I will not change my mind.
[ he was hardly able to go a month's time - a pittance - without reaching out again. jing yuan is simply too important to him, and putting distance between them to begin with had been a mistake. for however long he has here in this place.. dan feng wants to keep him close. he gives those hands another warm squeeze. ]
There are a few homes I have seen available - "townhouses", they are called. We should visit them, to see what you like.
he's heard about them, seen them, but didn't bother taking a look. mostly because his budget at the time was enough for a small apartment, enough for a place to rest and sleep after a day's work. even his quarters back in the luofu, while certainly more luxurious and spacious than his current accommodations, were only kept as such, time spent more at the seat or elsewhere.
ah, but he can't say that, can he? knowing dan feng, he'd have issues with his habits now that he's a general. ]
I'm happy to go with whatever is to your liking, High Elder. I'll leave it to your choice.
[ knowing dan feng as well, he won't pick anything simple or sparse. ]
All right, well, we should at least tour them together, to be certain that you do not hate the space.
[ dan feng's smile remains, soft and easy, and he is well aware of the fact that their hands are still linked - he simply has no desire to let go.
it's clear that this pleases him. being able to have more space will be lovely enough, let alone being able to see jing yuan more often, and the row homes also offer enough room for them to be able to have their own space, should they desire it. certainly learning to share space with someone will not be without its growing pains, but dan feng desires the company. desires jing yuan's company. ]
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the proposition is indeed a surprise, though perhaps this is something he should've expected. dan feng had been used to company, even before the events of the sedition, whether it's the preceptors or the high-cloud quintet. he was only isolated after being condemned for an unpardonable sin.
he also should've expected that his current living quarters are small enough for the former high elder, who has lived in opulence for much of his life. but given their circumstances which cannot afford such luxury, it makes sense that "rooming" with another person would alleviate part of the challenge. ]
Only if you're comfortable living with another person, High Elder.
[ they may be friends, but it's an entirely different situation living together. ]
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jing yuan's surprise is evident, but that is not shocking, all things considered. after a short separation, with dan feng barging into his home, jing yuan surely could not have expected to be asked to room together. ]
I am comfortable with you.
[ he says, earnestly. much as dan feng does not love to be alone after centuries in isolation, he still would not ask just anyone to share space with him. he is particular about close friendships, but jing yuan is jing yuan. ]
That said, I do not mean to force you. "No" is an acceptable answer.
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My answer is not a "no", High Elder.
[ as if jing yuan could ever deny dan feng anything he wanted. he's always supported him, always rallied behind his decisions, reckless as they are, having sacrificed so much throughout the centuries.
he was simply concerned that this might be an uncomfortable situation for dan feng. ]
I only wish to be certain of your comfort living with me.
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[ he says simply, clearly. his reasoning is not entirely false - dan feng does wish to have more space, and knows well that he cannot do it so easily alone, but of course that is not his only motive. keeping jing yuan close is more important still. ]
Then, do you accept?
[ even if he does not - though dan feng suspects that he will - he'll still keep him as close as he is able to, will still never relinquish his hold. even after all of this time, the quintet means everything to him, each and every one of them, no matter what they may think of him in return. ]
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if it's space that dan feng wants while still keeping his company, he thinks that's something he can offer him. ]
I do ...
[ ... why does it feel as if he's just accepted a proposal after a long-drawn courtship? jing yuan chuckles inwardly, feeling as if he's become a boy once more, trailing after his master and her companions. ]
Though if you decide to your mind, High Elder, it'll be more difficult to avoid me.
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Nonsense. I will not change my mind.
[ he was hardly able to go a month's time - a pittance - without reaching out again. jing yuan is simply too important to him, and putting distance between them to begin with had been a mistake. for however long he has here in this place.. dan feng wants to keep him close. he gives those hands another warm squeeze. ]
There are a few homes I have seen available - "townhouses", they are called. We should visit them, to see what you like.
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he's heard about them, seen them, but didn't bother taking a look. mostly because his budget at the time was enough for a small apartment, enough for a place to rest and sleep after a day's work. even his quarters back in the luofu, while certainly more luxurious and spacious than his current accommodations, were only kept as such, time spent more at the seat or elsewhere.
ah, but he can't say that, can he? knowing dan feng, he'd have issues with his habits now that he's a general. ]
I'm happy to go with whatever is to your liking, High Elder. I'll leave it to your choice.
[ knowing dan feng as well, he won't pick anything simple or sparse. ]
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[ dan feng's smile remains, soft and easy, and he is well aware of the fact that their hands are still linked - he simply has no desire to let go.
it's clear that this pleases him. being able to have more space will be lovely enough, let alone being able to see jing yuan more often, and the row homes also offer enough room for them to be able to have their own space, should they desire it. certainly learning to share space with someone will not be without its growing pains, but dan feng desires the company. desires jing yuan's company. ]
Would tomorrow morning be all right with you?