it was times like these where xiao would feel relaxed and laying on the grass where nothing was happening. his mask slipping off, the cool breeze embracing his pale skin. but really, he was having an internal panic attack with you beside him.

gods, why did you always agree to his hang-outs? a normal person would get annoyed at some point, but you kept coming when he asked. xiao always thought you'd so no some time, but no, you were very persistent.

ever since he met you, his heart's been racing more. xiao even asked zhongli on what's happening to him, and he answered that it was love. but the adeptus refused to believe that. besides, he was a yaksha.

now, xiao can't even peacefully enjoy his peace at the wangshu inn or anywhere. when he's with you, his heart beats faster. when he isn't, he worries for you. are you eating enough? are you asleep now? what's happening to you?

xiao's been a blushing mess ever since you laid next to him on that hill. of course, you didn't notice. and when you closed your eyes, he laid his amber eyes on you. "you look pretty." xiao mumbled, staring dreamily.