[ Is it a delivery if it's just left on Shino's bed while he and Xie Lian are at work? Sure it is!
There's a small, shiny present left on Shino's bed with a little, handwritten card propped up against it. The card reads: ]
To Shino.
I bought you a pet!
You like animals, and this one should have no problem sticking right by your side. You just need to share your chroma with the ball to summon it, and then share a little more now and then to keep it healthy. I was promised that nothing bad will happen if the creature if you don't, but you have plenty of chroma to share, don't you? Anyway, if you forget, it will just return to its sphere to rest until you share your chroma again.
I look forward to seeing your new pet when you summon it. Please send a picture.
Yours, Qingxuan
[ And inside the parcel is...a Mesik Sphere! The crystal sphere shimmers with different shades of violet when held to the light, and the ball itself fits neatly in the palm of the hand.
So. Hug it a little and get yourself a familiar, Shino. ]
[ this is... touching. incredibly so. he's still not sure how well qingxuan understands the reality of animals avoiding him, or how much hinges on their trust and faith in their caretakers, but this, this wasn't something he needed to do.
he'd done it anyway.
shino stares at the sphere, cradling it in his hand.
the creature, all awkward angles and overlarge eyes, is clearly young, and next to them on the bed in the blanket they've nestled inside is a written note, which reads: ]
I see, that's a good idea. You won't know them well enough right away, and since this is your first pet, you'll want to give them a good name, won't you? Names are supposed to carry your hopes for the ones you give them to.
Though Xie-xiong and I named Mantou such because he was soft, white, and mantou-sized when we got him, so anything fitting is fine! (´ヮ`)*:･ﾟ✧
Of course, you can't choose lightly. Maybe give it a month, and then you can decide on a good name for them. That will give you an idea of what their personality is like and let you figure out what your hopes are for them, too.
It's a wise choice. Now, if I can come visit and bring you food, do I get to see the little one up close, or do should I give you more bonding time first?
I won't be hiding them, so sure, come visit, let me eat and you can look at them up close all you want. I don't think it's like a usual animal. You know?
That's right, they share your own chroma; they're definitely not an ordinary creature. So, I'll bring some food to help you boost your chroma, and we can see what happens when we meet!
[ Shi Qingxuan does come to visit, and in a surprising move, brings a little packed bento box! This one is green and has a white flower pattern painted on the lid. ]
Shino— Here, tell me what you think of this! I tried something new.
[ That is not what's new, but Shi Qingxuan can't help himself. Closing the door behind him, he pouts. ]
I say, Xie-xiong has made great improvements in his cooking lately! But I'm not going to ruin the surprise. You'll need to try it for yourself.
[ And he flicks open his fan before his face, beaming again. The secret is that it's made with extra love!
Just kidding, he just tried a new variety of pre-packaged seasoning mix for the pork dumplings. It was on sale, and Xie Lian has gotten Shi Qingxuan keen on sale items for a long time now. This one is mildly spicy. ]
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There's a small, shiny present left on Shino's bed with a little, handwritten card propped up against it. The card reads: ]
To Shino.
I bought you a pet!
You like animals, and this one should have no problem sticking right by your side. You just need to share your chroma with the ball to summon it, and then share a little more now and then to keep it healthy. I was promised that nothing bad will happen if the creature if you don't, but you have plenty of chroma to share, don't you? Anyway, if you forget, it will just return to its sphere to rest until you share your chroma again.
I look forward to seeing your new pet when you summon it. Please send a picture.
Yours, Qingxuan
[ And inside the parcel is...a Mesik Sphere! The crystal sphere shimmers with different shades of violet when held to the light, and the ball itself fits neatly in the palm of the hand.
So. Hug it a little and get yourself a familiar, Shino. ]
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he'd done it anyway.
shino stares at the sphere, cradling it in his hand.
and eventually, sends a photograph: imageattachment.jpg
the creature, all awkward angles and overlarge eyes, is clearly young, and next to them on the bed in the blanket they've nestled inside is a written note, which reads: ]
Thank you.
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Do they have a name? Or are you waiting until they're a little bigger?
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Though Xie-xiong and I named Mantou such because he was soft, white, and mantou-sized when we got him, so anything fitting is fine! (´ヮ`)*:･ﾟ✧
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You're right anyway I guess... I want to figure out a name that suits them, not just any name.
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Of course, you can't choose lightly. Maybe give it a month, and then you can decide on a good name for them. That will give you an idea of what their personality is like and let you figure out what your hopes are for them, too.
[ Like the familiar is his child... ]
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Yeah, that's what I figured. I've never had to think up a name for anyone before. Taking my time feels right.
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It's a wise choice. Now, if I can come visit and bring you food, do I get to see the little one up close, or do should I give you more bonding time first?
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[ Shi Qingxuan does come to visit, and in a surprising move, brings a little packed bento box! This one is green and has a white flower pattern painted on the lid. ]
Shino— Here, tell me what you think of this! I tried something new.
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What's the new part? Tell me the new part wasn't letting Lianlian add a dish--
[ He's laughing but also.
Also, he's serious. Xie Lian is wonderful, but he is not a wonderful chef. ]
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I say, Xie-xiong has made great improvements in his cooking lately! But I'm not going to ruin the surprise. You'll need to try it for yourself.
[ And he flicks open his fan before his face, beaming again. The secret is that it's made with extra love!
Just kidding, he just tried a new variety of pre-packaged seasoning mix for the pork dumplings. It was on sale, and Xie Lian has gotten Shi Qingxuan keen on sale items for a long time now. This one is mildly spicy. ]
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[ He says, sing song, before heading off to the kitchen snickering. Is he going to like this surprise? Yes, though he doesn't know it yet. ]