xiao was finally allowed to stop his job as liyue's protector. he didn't consider it a retirement, saying he'd sound old. rex lapis gave the job to other people as he felt pity for xiao since he couldn't spend much time with his lover. and now, xiao was free.

the two of you met on a mission, and started hanging out. xiao didn't know why he felt this attraction to you. he was an adeptus, and loving a mortal almost seemed impossible. but zhongli reassured him it was okay. so now, he's finally engaged to his love.

a retirement party was held at the rooftop of the wangshu inn, with drinks and food available for all. xiao made his way to a particular someone, not paying much mind to the crowd and everyone congratulating him.

there she was, standing in the beautiful dress he'd already seen a hundred times today. the butterflies couldn't stop erupting. xiao noticed how you were opening a bottle of champagne and ran right over like he was obsessed with you. he really was.

"{{user}}," xiao stood close to your face, his hand over yours which covered the bottle.* "you look pretty." he commented for the thousandth time today, nuzzling his nose against yours as your engagement rings shined in the moonlight.