G.V.R.

I have knowledge and passion on pop culture more than I should have on social skills

[flatchestka]

Do I....

....know you?

An albelumi modern AU where they see each other in a crowd of people and memories from a different life come flooding in.

ALTERNATIVELY: I just needed an excuse to not draw them in their intricate clothes for once

[prymery]

a little #albelumi doodle from a cc request~ <33

[fitnki]

albedo seems so sad in this quest TT

[ladymangoes]

with flowers, a ring of love love that I made with flowers

you’re now closing your eyes, simply laughing  but your heartbeat, it’s  gone  gone  gone

(dsjfhdksjf albelumi bc i said so-)

[theathelier]

An evening on dragonspine.

For Albelumi week. I would love to see something like this in-game. :3

[flatchestka]

I saw smug albedo and I never looked back since.

HE KNOWS SOMETHING!

[sunleaffe]

finally colored this + alt version!!

[diathadevil]

It’s okay Klee, you’ll learn in due time.

Happy New Year’s Eve everybody! Gonna end this year with a saccharine wholesome doodle comic.💗 See y'all next year!

[thechairartist]

“After meeting you, I’d rather spend my time on you than other matters. This is a unique anomaly. I think I likely know the reason why.”

Albedo’s english VA really makes everything he says so seductive despite the fact that he’s a nerdy recluse that lives in a mountain and doesn’t regularly eat…….or probably BATHE probably!!! How dare sir you have no business being so seductive.

[theathelier]

The last light of a firefly.

(Or Abyss Princess Albelumi where Albedo finds Aether’s sister but she has other plans for him.)

[noxdont]

LumiHarem & their fave pastimes together

Dilumi

Napping together. Honestly with the amount of things this man has on his plate, it's amazing how still manages to find some time for himself. Although when he does, he'd already be exhausted. One day, Lumine was there waiting for him in the manor and the sight of her just made him realize how tired he was for the day. And so they ended up lying on the large couch by the windowsill, nuzzling in each others' embrace. Since then it's become Diluc's favorite part of the day.

Kaelumi

Stargazing. (Yes I will keep pushing this agenda and I will never shut up about it) Them just finding any comfortable spot that gives them the perfect view of the night sky is more than enough. Before Lumine came into his life, Kaeya would often find himself ordering another drink at the tavern or in some old ruins trying to find more answers to the lingering questions in his mind. These days (or nights) he'd find himself searching for a certain traveler and just settling himself by her side as they silently watch the stars shine and burn above them.

Venlumi

Picnics. If he finds out that his beloved traveler is back in Mondstadt, he'd immediately whisk her away to Windrise and Lumine lets him because being with Venti also gives her some time to relax. They'd most likely be lying underneath the large tree at Windrise, Venti asking her about her adventures with his head on her lap while Lumine catches up with him. They'd have small picnic basket by the side filled all sorts food (Lumine always bakes an apple pie because she lowkey loves spoiling Venti) and a bottle of apple cider.

Albelumi

Reading together. Other than trying out various exercises and experiments, another pastime both Lumine and Albedo enjoy doing is reading books together. May it be fiction, non-fiction, some old documents or a book Lumine found in the midst of her trip, they'd eventually find themselves in their usual position. They're both underneath a warm blanket, Lumine's head leaning on to his shoulder as she reads through a novel recommended to her by Lisa while Albedo leans against her as well as his reads through another book Lumine found during her adventures.

Zhonglumi

Drinking tea and sharing stories (although most of the time Zhongli is the one who does the talking because he likes sharing about various things and Lumine enjoys listening to him). Third Round Knockout, Liuli Pavilion or at the stone table on Mt. Aocang, these three places have become their usual spots. It simply started out with Lumine inviting Zhongli for tea when she'd have some free time in Liyue and eventually it just became their thing. Lumine grew this habit of collecting tea recipes and ingredients from different places so she could share it with Zhongli while he tries to think of the tales he has yet to tell her for their next date meet-up. (He'd always try to choose the longer ones so that they'll spend more time together)

Chilumi

Fishing. Other than beating up each other to pulps like the romantic couple that they are, Childe also enjoys fishing and the fact that Lumine is starting to get more and more into it makes him all the more happier because he gets to spend more time with her. Sometimes they'd chat for a bit and talk about their families, sometimes it gets a little competitive and they'd end up just duking it out but most of the time right after their little activity, Childe would took her hand in his and leads her to the sandy shorelines of Liyue as they watch the sun slowly sink into the horizon.

Xiaolumi

Collecting random things. The word pastime probably doesn't exist in Xiao's vocabulary but if he miraculously does get some free time, he'd instinctively find Lumine and join her with whatever she's doing. And most of the time, he'd catch her collecting things either for personal use or for a commission. Whether it was collecting violetgrass and qingxin flowers on mountaintops, finding starconch shells and some cor lapis, Xiao has gotten used to helping Lumine find these things that he's memorized the spots where they'd mostly find them. Neither of them really needs to point out on how it was starting to turn into their little routine, all they know is that being with each other like this made their day a little better.

Thomalumi

Cooking. Ever since Thoma found out that Lumine also cooks, he suggested they start sharing each others' recipes when they have the time and Lumine happily obliged. From taste testing partners to mini cooking competitions to almost trashing the entire kitchen, Thoma never expected he'd enjoy cooking more than before. Every time he'd hear that Lumine was back in the estate or is at the teahouse, he can't help but be excited as he wonders what kind of dishes they'll make together this time. And as soon as they're done cooking, they realize that they made a feast large enough to feed the entire estate. Making sure that they don't waste any of the food, they'd invite the rest to share the feast with them.

Ayatolumi

Going for a short walks together. Ayato spends most of his time reading and signing papers under closed doors to the point where Ayaka and Thoma worries that he might end up overworking himself. Their prayers were answered in a form of golden traveler who seems to be one of the few people that Ayato can't say no to so convincing him to go on a short walk together was fortunately not that difficult to do. At first it started out as a way for Ayato to take breaks but somehow it became something he'd look forward to even as he works. When he hears three soft knocks at his door, he's already on his feet and ready to leave his office.

Goroulumi

Archery. Here we have another workaholic whose hobby can still be considered as work but then again, Gorou being committed to his job and position are just few of the things that makes him so loveable. Lumine has always been interested to train with the bow although she never really found someone to properly show her the ropes, this little tidbit slipped out while she was having a conversation with Kokomi and Gorou's ears perked up in interest.

"Then how about I teach you?" offered the general with thinly veiled enthusiasm. How could Lumine ever say no to that?

And so whenever they both have the time, they'd find each other on their usual training spot. Lumine making steady progress although she occasionally gets stuck on a problem. Cue Gorou appearing beside her to either fix her stance and explains the parts where she went wrong. Lumine never misses how his touch would linger longer once their eyes would meet. And the happy sway of his tail once she hits the target dead center.

Heilumi

Solving riddles. One would think that there isn't a riddle that the genius Doushin of the Tenryou Commission couldn't solve, Heizou takes pride in that very notion until he came face to face with a riddle that he has never heard before. The traveler sat across from with an innocent smile while a mixture of interest and frustration rung through his entire being. Not that Heizou never got the answer right, it just took him a lot more time (days even) to actually figure out Lumine's riddle. Once his mind managed to come up with an answer, he'd immediately go and find her. Overflowing with excitement, he'd pull her by the side from whatever she was doing and says his answer proudly. Lumine would reward him with a pleasant smile before complimenting him for doing a job well done. She would then present another riddle, another challenge that Heizou gladly takes and by then the cycle continues. Heizou has no problems admitting that he's been enjoying their little exchange but it might take more courage for him to admit that what he's truly looking forward to was seeing her smile every time he gets to solve her riddles.

Kazulumi

Cuddling. Kazuha is a huge cuddle bug (change my mind) and what better way to enjoy cuddling when it's with his favorite person? Cuddling just became natural to both of them and Lumine always welcomes it no matter the occasion. Being in each other's arms, often sneaking kisses on the other's cheek, temple and even lips before nuzzling into the crook of their partner's neck. Either of them can initiate the cuddling session, all Kazuha has to do was to hug Lumine from behind and tell her how much he misses holding her. Lumine on the other simply makes a grabby motion towards the samurai before he's instantly making his way towards her. Cuddling sessions are not and should not be disturbed, Kazuha has made this quite clear towards the others as he holds Lumine tighter.

Ittolumi

Playing with children. Everything with Itto almost seems like a pastime but Lumine doesn't mind. Being with the oni always give her this freeing feeling like she was able to escape runaway from the constant commissions and responsibility to enjoy life even just for a quick moment. Itto has been playing with some kids in Inazuma for quite some time now and Lumine never really had a chance to see more of it other than them having fun. But when Itto literally scooped her away for her to join them one day, Lumine found her perspective changing. Under the playful, almost rash, and boisterous oni that he was, there was another side of Itto that not many often see. Such as him instantly bending down to comfort a crying child, bringing back their smile when he'd notice them frowning all day or him making sure to keep them safe when they were in any sort of danger. Itto dragging Lumine along to his usual routine was unplanned (a spur in the moment decision really) but it surely wasn't unwelcomed. Lumine witnessing another side of Itto and being given a chance to step back from her usual routine offered warm comfort. And Itto being able to enjoy the things that he does best without being judged or criticize made him happier than he thought it would.

[horieri]

原神はじめました

[turnscote]

Slightly suggestive theme, but HC on why Luke's interactions with Rosa in the card illustrations aren't as steamy compared to the other male leads.

Luke has been pining for Rosa for so long. I'd say he first realized his feelings for her back in middle school, but he's used to keeping all that to himself. He's used to waiting and not getting what he wants. His feelings at this point aren't as fiery as the other male leads who only recently met and fell for Rosa.

But this also includes Rosa's feelings towards Luke as well. He only started falling for Luke after they were reunited. Compared to Luke's calmer and gentler love, everything is still very new and exciting for Rosa.

This would one day lead to a misunderstanding between them. Luke didn't want to be the first to initiate anything sexual. Rosa would start feeling self-conscious over the thought that maybe Luke doesn't want her, maybe Luke wasn't sexually attracted to her, after all, isn't it a bit weird to start seeing someone you grew up with in that sense?

Once Rosa brought that up, Luke then confessed that he just wanted to wait and make sure that Rosa was ready. He didn't realize he had made her wait and apologized profusely for making her believe that he's not attracted to her because, of course Luke is very much attracted?!

The frick fracking can then commence.

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[sdaomine]

“let me walk you?” — luke pearce

i was reading this luke pearce angst thread on twitter and goddammit, i need to write something about it. i'm referring to this particular tweet. enjoy <33

no betas, as usual.

🔹🔹🔹

“damn, luke. you look so fine today!”

a snort was his only response, accompanied by an eye roll and a shake of his head. “did you expect me to wear my usual?” he clapped a hand on marius’s shoulder, his signature smile plastered across his lips. “you praise me as if it wasn't you who took me shopping.”

“doesn't hurt to try and compliment you,” says marius, his fingers on a quick work with his tie. “yeah, mister detective, you're welcome,” he teased, and later on the church lobby was filled with the laughter of two grown-up men who were having the time of their lives.

it was only when the priest clears his throat to capture their attention that marius skitters away from luke, assuming his position as part of the groomsmen.

and luke, in his dashing suit and tie of black and stripes, is left alone... only because he's waiting for someone. he was waiting for you—the woman he loved all throughout the years, silently thanking god every night for allowing him to see you, touch you, and laugh with you again after all those years of separation.

and when luke bumped into you in stellis for an investigation, seeing you for the first time after months and months of lonely nights...

he knew he was meant to be yours. he knew it was meant to be forever.

and when the old, oak doors slid open, giving away the heavenly sight of you on your immaculate, lace wedding dress, literally stealing his breath and most likely all of his senses—luke, for the first time today, felt tears pricking his eyes.

with a smile on your face and a gleaming look in your eyes you tread your way towards him, to this man you've spent more than half of your life with, sensing yourself becoming too emotional. are you really ready for this? is this real?

this isn't a fantasy, right?

don't... you say to yourself, don't let this be a fantasy.

his coral eyes brighten at your beautiful sight, and you witness the clear evidence of tears across his reddened cheeks. you expect him to tease and play with you, but to your surprise, he does not.

he sees the slight confusion in your features and, without hesitation, lifts your veil away from your face. for a quick second, you see his brows twitch.

but he instantly shakes his head and his lips curve into a grin, his teasing, playful aura exuding all over the place.

“my watson,” he says to himself more than you, “i think it's time for you to take my arm, yeah?”

you giggle as you place your hand on his arm, and you were about to say your thanks to him, tell him how lucky you are to have him when he impulsively grabs your waist and pulls you into his arms.

“luke?” you whisper. “hey, now... i can't cry like this, you know. my make-up will be ruined.”

“y-yeah.” he chokes back a sob; one he's been keeping to himself all day, all year, several years long. “let me hold you,” he mumbles onto your ear, “one last time, watson. one last time.”

you let him. and one last time, you pretend you don't know how he feels about you, too.

he pulls away almost instinctively, wiping his tears away. “come on,” he says, trying his best to sound like an eager best friend. “we don't want artem to wait too long.”

you give him a nod, silently wishing he'd get over you—though certainly not now, but soon—and you hope he finds someone who is deserving of his love, someone who'll take care of the precious gem that is luke, since, unfortunately, that woman was not you.

it was supposed to be your father who'll walk you down the aisle but, you see, your parents are still working on their research abroad. so it was luke, automatically, who takes your father's place.

this is probably the most heart-shattering thing luke will ever do for you. but he will. because it's luke, and he swore he'd do anything for you.

ah, luke. the esteemed detective pearce, the sherlock to his watson; a man of wits, unrivaled even in his career of peril. powerful but utterly powerless as another man takes his beloved for himself; impotent as he witnesses the artem wing exchange vows with you.

and the guilt starts pricking his skin like needles, a selfish sin of wanting to keep you for himself when artem clearly is the one you want and the one you love and he deserves you.

it's difficult for luke for he does not know how he should feel; how could he be an envious man when it's artem you're marrying? the artem who treated you and luke so kindly, cooked everyone delicious dishes, the one who kept luke company whenever chaos arose between vyn, marius, and you.

he sees you and artem dancing in the kitchen. he sees you kissing him goodnight and brewing his coffee in the morning. he sees you and artem heading to work together, hand-in-hand, stealing few little kisses. he sees an intelligent child after a year or two, and it's yours and artem's and not his; it'll be the adorable little wing and not the cute, baby pearce. you will live in the city and not the suburbs like you and luke had always planned; you'll wear the esteemed senior attorney's sapphire ring and not the crimson one he had reserved for you all his life.

it stings him even more—the fact that you are to marry a good man and a man deserving of your love; but if you were his... if you were luke's...

“thank you, luke,” says artem in the most gentle voice, the sheer happiness painted across his features a sight luke would never forget. his genuine face, his smile as he looked at you, then back at luke. “i will take care of her. i promise.”

“i know.” your best friend shoots you and artem a cheery smile, but you feel in your bones that he's only trying to keep his head. “congratulations.”

“luke,” you call to him, reaching for his hand. he takes it and gives you an assuring squeeze, his fingers warm against your skin. “thank you. for everything.”

“anything for you, my watson.”

“you got it,” you giggle, “my sherlock.”

when the priest announced your marriage and artem's lips touch yours, his hands on your waist while yours are wrapped around his neck—you cannot help but tear up at the future these vows bore, the beautiful life you are to share with artem.

you don't want this moment to end yet, but photos need to be taken for the sake of your photo album, and so the guests pose for the camera one by one until it's the NXX's turn.

marius and vyn do not bother asking and searching for the missing detective. it's probable he's clutching his tie inside the loo as he leaned against the wall, eyes welling with tears, his heart slowly losing its beat.

he felt as if a knife was stabbed through his chest and now he's bleeding crimson—and when he heard you're that you're the new mrs. wing, he knew he was up to a violent end.

[calicomold]

rosa being airheaded when it comes to romance is completely luke's fault.

someone flirts with her and she thinks "this is what friends do!" because she has grown up with luke doing this for her all her life.

[seven-tastic]

Oath

[to-illustrate-the-stars]

surprise visit! 🗝🌹