Requesting just a cute and silly moment between Reader and Dan Heng where they’re wandering through a greenhouse on a rainy day, and Reader finds a rare frog and holds it in their hand for Dan Heng to see—
A Leap in the Rain
Summary: On a rainy day, you and Dan Heng wander through a lush greenhouse, enjoying the quiet moment away from the usual hustle of your travels. You spot a rare frog and, excited, hold it up for Dan Heng to see. Despite his usual stoic demeanor, Dan Heng’s curiosity is piqued, and the two of you share a brief but heartwarming moment of connection in the midst of the peaceful surroundings.
Tags: Dan Heng x Reader, Fluff, Cute Moment, Rare Frog, Soft Dan Heng, Playful Banter.
The gentle patter of rain against the glass ceiling of the greenhouse created a soothing atmosphere, the soft hum of droplets joining with the earthy scent of plants that filled the air. The lush greenery surrounding you and Dan Heng offered a sense of tranquility, a quiet moment away from the usual hustle of the Astral Express.
You found yourself marveling at the flowers and vines, trailing your fingers over the smooth leaves, your curiosity pulling you from one exotic plant to the next. Dan Heng, as always, was a few steps behind, his attention divided between the beauty of the space and the responsibility of keeping an eye on everything. His quiet presence was reassuring, even if his usual stoic expression remained firmly in place.
After a few moments of exploration, you crouched down, eyes wide as you spotted something small and green hiding beneath a fern. "Dan Heng, look!" you exclaimed, your voice tinged with excitement.
He approached, the faintest hint of curiosity in his eyes. You carefully reached out and cupped your hands around the small, delicate creature. A rare frog, its skin a vibrant shade of emerald with tiny golden speckles. It blinked slowly, seemingly unfazed by your presence.
Dan Heng raised an eyebrow, his usually reserved demeanor momentarily softening as he took in the sight. "Is it... rare?" he asked quietly, his voice even, though there was a flicker of interest in his tone.
You nodded eagerly. "It's a rare species! I read about it once, but I never thought I'd actually see one in person. Isn't it cute?" You giggled, your eyes sparkling as you held the frog closer, its tiny webbed feet twitching in your palms.
Dan Heng’s gaze softened, though he still maintained his usual air of caution. "I suppose it is," he said with a small, almost imperceptible smile. "Though, I don’t think it would appreciate being held like that."
You chuckled, gently lowering your hands and letting the frog hop onto a nearby moss-covered rock. It blinked at you one last time before it disappeared into the underbrush.
With a satisfied sigh, you straightened up, glancing over at Dan Heng. "I just thought you'd like to see it," you said, feeling a bit sheepish.
Dan Heng nodded, his expression unreadable but with a subtle shift in his posture. "Thank you," he said simply, though there was a warmth in his voice that made your heart flutter.
You felt a bit of the tension lift, your shared moment of silliness breaking through the quiet barrier that usually defined your interactions. Without thinking, you gave him a small grin. "I bet you're glad you came with me now," you teased lightly, a playful glint in your eye.
Dan Heng looked at you for a moment, and then, to your surprise, he let out a soft chuckle. "Maybe just a little," he replied, his usual reserve slipping away for a brief moment as the rain continued to fall, wrapping the two of you in a cocoon of calm and shared amusement.
have you seen these? the Telmatobius culeus, Lake Titicaca water frog, found only in Lake Titicaca and connected bodies of water in the Andes mountains. they’re just little guys, just sittin there. in the wild they never come up for air ever, they just hang out underwater.
Fantastic news! The variable harlequin frog, which was thought to have died out in Panama, isn’t gone after all. This beautiful species as well as a few others have rebounded from a deadly fungus. Find out more here.
