#tgcf drabble

[thegirlything]

The softest hair

Characters: Hua Cheng x Gn!Reader

Soft, silky, smooth.

Sometimes you really asked yourself how he was doing it.

Staring at the man slumped over the throne in Paradise Hall, you shook your head.

You had asked if you could give him a new hairstyle, since his hair was getting long and it seemed fun.

But you got lost in how soft his hair was.

His hair wasn’t even supposed to feel real and yet somehow, he had the softest hair you’ve ever felt.

It was almost frustrating how perfect Hua Cheng’s hair seemed to be.

His eyes were closed, humming contently as your fingers combed through his hair.

You twirled a strand of it around your finger, mesmerized.

“You did this on purpose, didn’t you?” Your lips were pressed tight, eyes squinted.

Why did his hair have to be so perfect?

Hua Cheng’s laugh filled Paradise Hall. He adjusted his position, cracking his eye open and looking at you.

“Whatever do you mean my sweet?” His voice was deep, soft and a serious threat to your ability to breathe.

You could feel your cheeks burning up and he hadn’t even said anything… bad!

You hated how much he affected you. A smirk. A few soft words. And every time it caused your brain to just stop…

Your infatuation with this man was going to kill you one day, you were sure of it.

“Your hair. It’s so soft! And silky!” You averted your eyes from the long-haired man. The ground suddenly so much more interesting than before.

He didn’t answer, but he didn’t have to. His smirk made you forget what you were asking him before anyways.

Hua Cheng leaned into your touch again, eyes closed and enjoying your warm touch.

“Is that why you’ve been combing through my hair for the last two hours?”

Your cheeks burned as you slapped his shoulder lightly.

He really was the worst.

But at least he was your worst.

[ana-hyperfixates-on-tgcf]

Mini Angst Drabble

Mu Qing dying during the Xianle War and his ghost form being a distorted image of the Xianle Festival demon outfit.

It's a subconsiously intentional choice, because the irony of dressing up as a demon/ghost to soon become one isn't something that would pass on a man like Mu Qing.

Mu Qing following the Xianle duo around everywhere after that but neither Xie Lian nor Feng Xin remember the outfit so they have no idea who's the ghost that keeps following them.

Meanwhile the resentment in Mu Qing builds and builds and builds because he really did think that at least one of them would recognise him.

And when Feng Xin leaves Xie Lian behind Mu Qing leaves too.

He does keep an eye on the Xianle duo and both the way Feng Xin ends up asending and the way Xie Lian falls further and further from grace enhance all that anger and pain in him making him more powerfull every year that passes.

"How could a man who had everything throw it all away like this?"

"How can a man so foolish and brutish qualify for godhood?"

"Why is it not me up there in the Heavens when I tried so hard and sacrificed so much?"

He ends up a calamity. Still wearing the demon costume mask.

And when Xie Lian meets Hua Cheng and they find Qi Rong, when Feng Xin joins them too, Mu Qing is also there.

Hua Cheng takes one look at him and already worked up he doesn't hold back a "You're that asshole general who wouldn't let me fight for his highness during the war!"

And while Xie Lian has zero idea of what he's talking about Feng Xin was there. He was there when Mu Qing had to scruff that child, obsessed with enlisting and "fighting for his highness", multiple times.

"Qing'er?"

Thanks to both @nereus0rai and @headphonesgal for their Mu Qing ghost in the festival outfit and reveal angst ideas <3

[averytiredcatboi]

Qi Rong ran his fingers through their hair, feeling comfort holding his beloved close. His son in the other room asleep, it had been a struggle to get him to bed but his love had helped him with it. And now they could snuggle in peace.

"Darling, you're much too nice. How did you even know that would work?" He asked, looking down at [name] while still stroking their hair.

"I just thought of how I would've liked to be treated when I was younger, thats all. Guzi is a sweet kid who's been through some stuff, of course he's going to want reassurance that we're still here, and that he can get out help whenever." They replied with a chuckle, looking into his beautiful emerald eyes.

Qi Rong huffed, though he wasn't really upset. He leaned back against the headboard of the bed, pulling [name] closer. It was quiet for a while, it was... nice. He quietly wondered when that would change, nothing is peaceful for long.

Seeing their lover go quiet, [name] reached out and patted his cheek. "Hey, hey, what's wrong? You usually have something to talk about."

The former prince smiled at them, putting his hand on top of theirs. "Nothing, I'm just... happy. I— I haven't felt that way in a while."

Banners by me <3

[jennoasis]

December Drabble Challenge Day 27: Eggnog

“I didn’t think anyone could make eggnog undrinkable.” Feng Xin muttered, gently pushing his mug away. At that, Xie Lian frowned. “It tastes fine?” He took a sip of his own concoction, savoring the flavor. “It tastes good to me.” “Right.” “Do we have any more of the eggnog you made?” San Lang wrapped an arm around Xie Lian. “Perfect. Can I have this?” He took the mug from Xie Lian’s hand, enjoying a healthy gulp. “Delicious.” Xie Lian’s look was nothing but affection towards San Lang. “Where did Mu Qing go?” Feng Xin mumbled, leaving the two lovebirds alone.

  Picture modern shenanigans with the TGCF cast. Are you picturing it? Okay, now make it super ridiculous like I did with this drabble. LOLOL. Okay look. Listen. I don’t know. When I first saw the word for the day was Eggnog (For Day 27 btw), my first thought was Xie Lian. As I said before, I haven’t read the novels, only read the Manhua that’s out so far and the Donghua. So yeah, it’s OOC. But I had fun with it, so I’m sorry XD. The prompt word for this is from this wonderful challenge list here! All caught up again whee! Thanks! :D

[thegirlything]

Humming in the night, you are my only light

Characters: Xie Lian x Gn!Reader

Summary: On a quiet rooftop beneath the stars, you meet Xie Lian—and give him a piece of your heart.

Notes: Kinda hurt/comfort? This is for all the people staying up late at night, wishing there was someone else with them.

The sun had long since set. Only the stars lit the kingdom of Xianle.

Not a single person or creature seemed to be awake. The kingdom was quiet. Peaceful. Asleep.

If it hadn’t been as dark, someone would have been able to see the small figure sitting on top of a roof.

But no one seemed to notice the dark, humanoid shadow. Sitting. Swinging their legs. Waiting.

After what felt like hours of sitting in the cold another dark silhouette emerged from the castle.

Xie Lian’s eyes scanned every inch of the surroundings he could see, searching frantically for something or rather someone.

“(Y/N)?!” He didn’t quite shout, nor did he whisper.

The wind carried his voice up the roof and his not-quite-question was answered with childish laughter.

Xie Lian’s eyes shot up the castle walls, until he met the eyes of a younger teenager, sitting on the roof.

“Oh. There you are!”

A few swift footsteps later, Xie Lian too was sitting on the castle’s roof.

The two young teenagers sat in silence, gazing at the starlit kingdom.

Only a soft hum broke the silence.

The castle was quiet, as was the kingdom.

Everything seemed to be asleep.

Only two young souls remained awake.

Was this a scene from a fairytale?

No. It was simply two youngsters in-love, who couldn’t meet in sunlight.

“I have brought something for you” the humming silhouette finally broke the silence.

Xie Lian turned to his lover—ah no, best friend—of course, eyes wide.

“Really?”

“Really. Here take it.”

The smaller person pushed a small hairpin into his hands.

The young prince stared at the metal in his hand, a finger tracing its design.

“A hairpin?” He raised an eyebrow—not that his friend would have noticed in the dark.

“Yes. Keep it and you’ll always have a piece of me with you”

Xie Lian didn’t respond to their statement.

They both didn’t say anything after this small exchange.

But if it had been a little less dark, someone would have been able to see the prince clutching the hairpin tighter. Just a little bit, of course.

But it was dark and so no one saw them.

Only a soft hum lingered in the dark.

[jennoasis]

December Drabble Challenge Day 31: Anticipation

Though he didn’t often do it, San Lang was enjoying watching the throng of people selling and buying wares as he waited for Xie Lian with anticipation. A beautiful woman walked past his view and he smiled before speaking up. “Dianxia?” The woman turned. “How did you know?” “I can always tell when my Dianxia is near and will know him in any form he shows me. Why this today?” Xie Lian smiled, somewhat shyly. “Shi Qingxuan told me it would be fun to see if you would recognize me like this and I was too curious not to try.”

  So I was reading the latest Manhua update from last week (It’s so good and the art is just gorgeous) and well, this idea came to mind so I couldn’t resist. This is for Day 31 (The Word of the Day is Anticipation) from this absolutely incredible challenge list here. Thanks!

[jennoasis]

December Drabble Challenge Day 13: Sacred

Hua Cheng was a devoted believer to the sacred God he worshipped and even loved. Decades, centuries, could not dissuade his faith. To wait hundreds of years, and to now, have the object of his love in front of him, was nothing short of a miracle.

“Is something that matter, San Lang? You are staring.” Hua Cheng said nothing, reaching forward to brush a lock of Xie Lian’s hair behind his ear. Then he let his finger trace Xie Lian’s ear, enjoying the flush he saw appear on Xie Lian’s cheeks. “No. This one was just enjoying looking at you.”

  Haha. I said I was nervous about Day 11 and 12’s ship. But this one makes me even more nervous since I haven’t read the novels yet. But I couldn’t resist because I love them. So yeah, sorry if it’s bad. Anyway! This is for Day 13 (The Word of the Day is Sacred and yay I’m caught up again!) from this incredible challenge list here! Thanks so much!

[jennoasis]

December Drabble Challenge Day 9: Gift

A gift that was given beautifully, without any strings, was one of the most precious kinds of gift one could receive. Xie Lian had been given such a gift, without reason, and without the knowledge of why he’d been given it. However, he knew immediately, without fail, that it was a sacred treasure to cherish. San Lang had given him this ring and Xie Lian held it in his hand, the weight of it feeling so much more important than anything else before. He had questions about it all but for now; he would revere this gift and the gifter.

  Okay so I’m nervous to post this drabble lol. I got into TGCF recently (Waiting for the first novel to arrive and my friend has given me the rest) but I’ve only watched the Donghua and read what’s out of the Manhua so far. I do know some spoilers but I wanted to keep this drabble to where the first season of the Donghua leaves off. So uh, yeah, sorry if it’s terrible XD This is for Day 9 (The Word of the Day is Gift) from this awesome-sauce challenge list here! Thanks!