5Swirl -
- How would they react, if you confessed to them?
•Venti, Xiao, Kazuha, Heizou, Wanderer. (Elongated-Slow Burn)
- Words: 4K
-CW: Some fluff, SFW, drinking, GNReader, —
-Wanted to write something that didn't have anything to do with Juicy~.
Venti -
You disliked the smell of wine, yet the smell coming from him was always sweet. No matter how many times you caught the smell of dandelion wine in the air, or the smell of cecilias, you relaxed. You relaxed, when you heard a harp and the sound of a melody. And you relaxed listening to the song he wrote about you.
You watched and you listened to his song as he sang, smiling and singing along with the children that always crowded around him. Then his eyes finally caught onto yours, sharing a smile as he performed for them.
After his performance he came up to you and took a strand of your hair in his hands and took it up to his nose.
"if only the wind could carry such a beautiful aroma." he uttered softly. If only he knew what his own scent did to you, I'm sure he would spread it far and wide just to haunt you.
"Venti." you murmured.
"yes?" He let go of your hair, letting it fall into place again. "Did you like my whimsical performance? great wasn't it? never had such a large and energetic audience!" he added.
"I saw, and I loved it. It's not what I'm here for though.."
"oh? then what brings you to the anemo archon himself huh?" he lets out a small chuckle.
"I'm quite a busy bard you know?" he turns his body away from me and crosses his arms jokingly.
He always looked so cute when he was trying to be cheeky, you always did admire every single thing about him, even his teasing. Though you did always have a way to get back at him.
"Oh right~ you are too busy to listen to a fans romantic advances~!" you cooed. Putting your fists to your hips.
"Of course noot-"
It sounded like he was about to say something before he paused, putting his raised hand back down slowly. Turning back over to you with a bright smile, "Eeh? Did I hear that right? or was the wind playing tricks on me?" he quickly takes hold of your hands. His eyes sparkling as he looks into yours.
"Do you mean what you say?" was today that day? The day your were finally going to answer his multiple confessions?
You just smile and let out a small chuckle at his reaction. "Heyy.. your really keeping me on the edge here!" he whimpers. If he had puppy ears, they would be drooping right now.
"I do, I mean everything. I like you." You finally answer his confession, cause a god knows, you wouldn't have.
Xiao -
Your tired, exhausted, and famished. Sitting at Wangshu in waiting for the man that makes your life somewhat endurable. Sometimes when your alone, and you think about him, you wonder how he would look like with a sad look on his face, anger or even vulnerability. It's not because you hated his guts, and you wanted to see him suffer, but because you wanted him to trust you enough for your too see that side.
You really did enjoy his company, being able to talk to him in his free time no matter how short- you still waited, even if the time you two spent together wasn't very long. Yet you didn't know what made you so reliant on him.
You feel someone tap your shoulder, "y/n, your here again." you turn to look at him, your tired eyes glancing up at him, upon realizing it was Xiao, you smiled softly.
"You came, I thought you forgot about me." You choked, rustling with the hem of your top. You were nervous, and you didn't know why. Xiao did notice this. "I wouldn't have," he pauses just for a second before sitting beside you, propping his polar arm beside him. "You waited a long time today.." he murmured.
"oh yeah.."
"...I didn't mean to." He looked a the floor, like he was guilty about something. Crossing his arms. "you should have left" his gaze back on you.
"But I didn't, and It's not like i've got somewhere to be~" you uttered sassily as you drooped over the table. He sighs and looks away again. "Still. You shouldn't have to wait so long." he huffed. Which made you smirk.
"I wanted to see you though.." you cooed.
"hmph, your insufferable.." He glances back at you, restraining his inner turmoil. Your eyes lingering on his for a moment, and before you knew it, you blurted it out without thinking, "I must really like you then huh?." You didn't realize you said it out loud until Xiao's eyes went wide, his gaze turning away again.
"Such careless words, do you wish to suffer so eagerly?" his words were stern- yet so filled with affection. He brings his hand to his face, trying to hide behind it almost.. "truely, humans are such reckless speakers.." you swear you could see a tint of blush on his ears.
Finally it clicked. All this waiting, all this patience your never had for anyone but him, and this feeling of warmth in your chest.. You had fallen for him.
"Its true.." You mumbled. "I really do like you I-."
He suddenly stood up taking hold of his polararm, "I think that's enough for today.." he didn't want you to see him like that. "Wait Xiao!" You grab his arm before he could disappear on you again. He stands motionless, not moving an inch.
"You will suffer with me. My karmic Debt-" he rasped, pausing for a second. "I.. wish not to hurt you y/n.." He muttered softly. You stand still for only a moment, before hugging him from behind. "but you wont- You wont hurt me."
"how can you be so sure?" he growled softly, gripping his polararm.
"I just know you won't! so please.. just stay with me."
Even the smell of Qingxin flowers, and the sound of windchimes couldn't overpower the stifling atmosphere in the air, it lingered heavy, but sweet at the same time.
He stood quiet, his grip on his polearm loosening just slightly. His other hand relaxing after a while, hesitantly placing it on your arm gently, which were still gripping tightly around him. Afraid that he would disappear again.
He lets out a low breath, he just now realized he was holding, "If that what you want.. I'll stay." He slowly relaxed into your arms, his body betraying him, as a smile crept onto his lips. Maybe he could get used to this..
Kazuha
You didn't like being alone, so most of the time you would seek for something to distract you. Parties and alcohol being one of them, luckily you weren't a drunk, or nor did you drink yourself silly, but you used it for a way to get your mind off things.
Maybe, over a certain wandering poet. You have been thinking a little too much about recently. You take another shot, "kaahh~!" you let out a satisfied sigh, the drink hitting the spot. The music loud in your ears as the warmth from the drink spreads in your stomach. Your 5 shots in, and your starting to feel tipsy, the flashing colorful lights blaring in your eyes as your put the 6th shot down.
That's enough, If I drink any more- I dont think Ill get home, you thought.
You pay for your drinks and you start making your way through the bar to leave, passing by people singing, dancing, and making out- you didn't pay attention to them though, your just weaved your way through the people until suddenly someone bumped into your shoulder. You turn to curse out who ever just bumped into you, your eyes locking onto theirs-
It was him.. it was Kazuha, the man that was invading your thoughts all day. What is he doing here? "uhh" you utter out.
His eyes linger on yours for a while, "y/n?" his voice sending familiar shivers down your spine. After a moment, you finally speak. "What are you doing here?" you ask- trying to break the awkward 'silence'.
His eyes linger on yours, "A few friends wanted to divulge in drinks, I couldn't see why not." He steps towards you- and you don't make any move to back away. "is that so?" your eyes follow him as he comes closer, "yes.. would you like to join?" He offers. It was so tempting, but you already had so many- any more, and you would drink yourself silly.
"Thanks but I can't, I have to get home-"
"I'll walk you." he interrupts, not even letting me finish my sentence.
"huh? W-what about your friends? You can't just leave them."
"They will be fine, I'm not the designated driver." He finally fills the gap between us and takes my hand, leading us outside of the bar.
"You already look like you have had a few drinks, I'll make sure you make it home safe." he pauses for a second, his fingers intertwined with yours- making your heart skip a beat. "Please allow me take you home." he speaks again, his voice angelic almost, like he was asking for permission.
"Sure.." and you just couldn't help but let him.
A few minutes of comfortable silence passes by, it surprises you, you too haven't been this close together since- you two broke up. It wasn't for anything crazy, it really was just right person, wrong time type of situation- though it's been a while since that, and your never really had the courage to look for him again. You were the one that broke his heart remember?
Your hand was still intertwined with his, he hasn't let go, and there was no sign of it any time soon.
Is this even healthy? should I even be here right now? why did I let him? all questions running through your mind wildly. Your heart beating rapidly.
What surprised you even more was the fact that he still knew his way to your house. Even as your both stand in front of your doorstep. Your eyes looking at your door then back up at him. His eyes glossy, like he was sad that it was over.
"well, this is my stop." you bite your lip, trying to stop yourself from saying anything crazy.
He catches that, "you don't have to go."
You gaze up at him, why did you break up with someone so beautiful and so good to you? You didn't even remember why. His eyes meeting with yours. His hands holding yours now gently.
You try to bite your next words back but you just couldn't. This moment was just too perfect. "I still like you.. Kazuha.." you manage to say.
"I just never knew how to tell you.. I was too embarrassed- I just couldn't-" Suddenly he leans in to hug you, his eyes shut and he holds you in a tight embrace.
"shh. I'ts ok.." he smiles, "I've been waiting for you.. I've been giving you the space you needed." You couldn't help but tear up, have you been worrying for nothing? has anxiety been clouding your thoughts?
What made you feel like you didn't deserve him?
Heizou -
It was your birthday, and you loved escape rooms. Something about them you found fascinating. Yet all of your friends hated them because they were "too much for our brains," it's whatever- it's not like you wanted to go to one anyway right?
No but you did- and your only option left was Heizou, your childhood friend, that was absolutely obsessed with them. You tended to avoid him because he teases you too much, and it made you feel some sort of way.
Your walking the halls of your school and people are congratulating you left and right. You were quite popular.
"You alright?"
Your soul almost leaves your body. Heizou had snuck up on you, giving you a scare. Seeing your reaction, he chuckles.
"Heizou! You scared me! you almost gave me a heart attack," You turn your body to shove him, he backs up with his hands in the air before you could.
"Ooh- my bad, I didn't mean to scare our birthday icon~" he purrs, putting his hands back down into the pockets of his pants. "What ever.." you mutter.
A few hours later, the bell finally rung. You packed up your stuff and you made your way out the classroom- Heizou chasing up with you. "Aye, that hurt.. you didn't wait for me~?"
"shut up." You mumble, your palms feel sweaty, you rushed out of class without waiting for him, and your heart is a little too much. why?
"Come oon! Where are we going for your birthday? somewhere to eat? are we hanging out? are we going to an escape room? I know you want to go to one don't lie to me~ orr do you want to do something completely different and play a little game together?~" he teases, you turn your head quickly, pushing his face away- your face red as hell.
"Dont say things like that!!" You snap at him.
"like what?" he smirk, happy he's affecting you.
"Don't pretend you don't know what im talking about!" you feel your heart race.
"Ohh- are you talking about the little game i'm offering?" he chuckles. "we played games together all the time as kids? what's so different?" he smiles cheekily.
"That's not the same thing!" you yell.
"oh-ho-ho~ I know what's going on.. Y/N- get your mind out of the gutter~" he pokes your for head, and your snap his finger away.
"stop it- you know what your doing! always making me so nervous!" you growl, "your always teasing me like this, my heart can't handle-" you pause suddenly. What are you saying?
Heizou paused to, speechless by your reaction, had he gone too far? or had he just uncovered a side of you that he never knew you had? "Y/N.." he reaches for you, but you turn away from him.
Something about his expression. You didn't want to look at him, you didn't want to risk witnessing his disgusted reaction.. You don't think you will be able to handle that.. You cover your ears and start speed walking away. Stunned by how you reacted yourself.
"Wait!" He calls out as he runs after you. Taking a firm hold of your arm, and starts dragging you somewhere. "Heizou!" you stutter out. He stays quiet, taking you to a hidden corner under the staircase. Finally letting go of your arm and pauses before turning to look at you.
You could physically feel the mood change dramatically.
"You hate me?" he asks the question as if it were already a fact. His expression killing some part of you inside.
"No of course I don't!" you respond instantly.
"Then why are you acting like you do? am I doing too much?" his voice raises slightly.
"I'm not!- Your not!" you started feeling panic growing.
"Then what is it? I know when something's up with you- I know how you like when your hiding something." He states.
"I can't help It! I just like you!?" You blurted out, you had a beautiful habit of yelling things out without thinking. You choke back a gasp. His eyes widen. Yet an unexpected curve to his lips showed.
Did he do that on purpose? "I can explain.. I" - "I knew it," he cuts you off, leaning in closer to you, backing you up against the wall. "You like me.." He murmurs back again, like he couldn't quite believe my own words either. My face flushing at the closeness.
"I thought you would never confess.." he snickers.
What did he mean by that. Has he been knowing?
"So.. No escape room?" - No escape for you now..
Wanderer -
There was always this one guy always bothered you, your own personal bully- as you call it, really I see it more as though you two are friends. You really never thought you would even have one, but here they are, invading your personal space, while you're actually trying to get your work done.
Even though he bothers you- you never really told him to go away. Something about him was entertaining, enough to keep him around.
"What are you doing?" He sits down beside you, planting his arm on the table- resting his head on his palm. "Earth to bug eyes. hello?" he quacks.
"Huh?" you turn your head to look at him. You first catch the glint in his eye and then the smirk. He's only smiling because, one- you finally acknowledged him, and two- because of the indifferent expression you had on your face.
What a sadist. You sigh, "What do you need Wanderer?" you huffed. Turning your gaze back to your books.
"hmph, a little rude. But no, I don't need anything as of right now.." he sighs.
Listening Wanderers voice is a blessing and a curse, you honestly had a little crush on him, why? because he was cute, and you low key liked his attitude.
"Then why are you here?" you ask almost annoyedly.
"because I can be." he snaps in response.
You put your book down one last time, looking over to him; Noting on how the sunlight from the window makes his hair look silky and soft. You didn't mind your thoughts, you knew for a while now, even if you kept it secret from him.
"What ever." you grumbled.
He smirks, admiring you; especially on how you looked when you were annoyed by him, seriously- it kept him wide awake. "What's with you today? normally you would have walked off somewhere,"
You don't respond, staying silent.
He chuckles, knowing he was affecting you; putting his arms down and leaning in closer to you. “What? Is there something on my face?” He whispers lowly. You hadn't realized that you were staring, forcing your own eyes to tear away from him.
"Maybe.." you respond just as low and cool toned as him. A moment of silence passes by. "You are quite pretty when your quiet." you mumble, taking a peek back at him, catching an unexpected flustered look on his face.
"That was a first, but not gonna lie, I liked that." He hummed, leaning back onto his chair. You look away again, feeling your cheeks getting slightly hotter, while desperately trying to ignore the aching feeling in your heart. "What did you like about a comment like that?" you huff.
"Nothing much.." he sighed. You instantly catch onto his shifty behavior. Glancing over at him, wondering what he was up to.
"What do you mean?" You ask suspiciously.
"Nothing.." he murmurs. Was he tryna act smart with you? or trying to avoid something? What did he mean by he likes it?
"Hmph." you turn away from him.
"Oh come on- I thought you liked it when I'm quiet" he teases. You face was turned away from his eyes, but still- your cheeks still flushed pink and he knew it. You were curious to why he cared so much about that comment you made..
"Why did you take it so seriously?" you directly ask- curious about his answer.
"Cause I liked that you thought about me like that~" he purred.
You stay quiet, not daring to look at him right now.
"Hm? What's with the reaction?" He waits for a reply, when he didn't get one- he smiles. "Are you angry?" he waits a moment again, his smile now curving into a smirk. "Wow~ Y/N silent treatment? on this fine morning? I would never dream of it!"
You indeed keep giving him the silent treatment, as he starts poking at you to annoy you.
"Come on- tell me- what's bothering you beautiful-" his arms wrapping around your neck from behind you- causing your cheeks to flush even more. Beautiful? did he really think that?
"Nothing.." you mumble. Not being able to keep up your alter ego.
"Just tell me you like talking to me- it's not that hard.." He hums lowly in your ear. Which sends shivers down your spine.
"It's nothing serious, I'm just overthinking things.." You choke out.
"Oh really? like what huh?" he teases.
Your brain already overloading, the growing warmth in your ears, his breath on your neck making it feel tight. Which definitely was the cause for what you said next.
"Just stuff.. about how I like having you around and how you make me feel- you know? It's really nothing that serious.." You pause, may lord barbatos strike you down and send you to heaven- because what in the ever living lord just came out your mouth.
"Wait.." you stutter quietly try to save yourself.
"Hah- not that serious? sounds serious to me~" he laughs, "I mean- why didn't you say so sooner?" he purrs seductively, holding you a little tighter.
"If all it took to make you fold was just some very intimate questioning.. I would have done so much sooner.."
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