"Are you sure? We don't have to do this if you don't want to, you know."

Lumine lets out a breath which feels like it was stolen from his lungs. Xiao's hand is warm and sudden on her hip. This close she can smell a faint scent of qingxin and mint on his clothes. Mesmerizing.

"No, I... Don't worry, I want it."

He whispers. The low timbre of his voice sends a shiver down her spine. His other hand threads behind the smooth nape of her neck, pulling her in another long and gentle kiss. Lumine's caught by surprise, but quickly lets out a soft moan and returns his enthusiasm in full. She grabs his shirt tightly as he tilts his head and deepens the kiss.

This is not their first kiss. But there is something about his touch tonight that makes her relentless. The thump traces small circles on the dip of her waist, his gentle hands cradling her body as if she was made of glass, the persisting graze of his lips against her lips,... It's all too much, yet seems not enough and leaves her begging for more.

Maybe, because this is the last time.

"Ah, X-Xiao..."

She nearly whimpers when the kiss grows more and more fervent. Xiao nips at her bottom lip, his tongue tenderly caresses her mouth before suddenly making its way between her teeth. A shaky gasp escapes her when he grabs at her thighs and practically scoops her up off the ground. Their hips ground onto each other and both of them cry out. Taking the opportunity when he's caught off guard, Lumine ducks her head and places a few lingering, open-mouthed kisses onto the side of his neck. A breath hisses in his throat, and she feels pride swells in her chest at being able to break his usual calm demeanor. A strange sense of desperation takes in as she feels his heavy breath brushing her ear, and she instinctively grinds her heated core against him.

"𝘓𝘶𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘦."

She's rewarded with a stuttering pant of her name that directly sends a sharp spark of heat to her abdomen. His amber eyes gaze into her face, flash at her dangerously and she feels a lump forming in her throat.

Xiao groans, pulling their bodies even closer. Her breast flush against his chest, and threads of control in him are slipping away by minute. Scenery of the moonlight above Wangshu Inn abruptly turns into a teal and black mist before Lumine's widened eyes as he teleports both of them into his room. Not letting her adapt to the new surroundings, his lips immediately lay on hers in an instant. His fingers trail into her hair, pushing into her head, desperate to keep her as close as he possibly could and everytime Lumine dares to pull back for breath, he hunts her down.

By the time he finally lets her go, she's left breathless. His lips still graze hers, ready to throw himself at her at any minute. She looks at him through lidded eyes, still managing to let out a teasing smirk.

"Impatient, aren't we?"

Xiao doesn't say a word, but she feels a purse spike at his darkened eyes.

That's when his mouth latches at her throat. His hip pushes into her, his clothed member grinds against her crotch. Lumine wails loudly, her legs tighten around him. His one hand settles down the back of her thigh to keep her from falling, the other eagerly pulls her scarf away.

"Can't bring myself not to when you're so tempting."

Then he once again swallows her whole, relishing in how swollen her lips feel after their passionate make out session. All of her is driving him insane. He melts into her divine taste, drowning in her addicting scent as he takes in her odor of stars and windwheel asters. Her moans are like music to his ears. He lets go of her only a moment before sucking at her skin, drags his tongue all over and bites hard down the junction between her neck and shoulder.

Not even a second later Lumine finds her back hitting the soft mattress of his bed and Xiao's on her. His intense gaze makes her weak in the knees, the aching between her legs grows unbearable. Despite that, she still lets out a murmur.

"Wait, Xiao."

Xiao arches an eyebrow at her as she sits straight up. He still has zero clue about what she's about to do until he feels her hand palms at the growing bulge in his pants. His pupils dilate as she takes the chance and pulls him down with force.

"What are you doin-"

He lets out a low growl when he feels her drenched cunt rubbing against his hardening length. His hands fly to grip her waist, eyes rolling to the back of his eyes at the much-needed friction. He's more than aware of just the few layers of clothing separating them.

"Let me handle it for you."

Lumine mumurs and he's left to silence himself when she slips his shirt up his head. Almost immediately, the first thing welcomes her sight is the soft, pale skin of his. His body isn't overly muscular but still adorned with well-toned muscles. She inhales, trailing her hands up firm biceps and his sophisticated tattoo. His flesh twitching and jumping at even her smallest touch, the soft noises occasionally escaping from him makes her head spin in delight. Gosh, he's so damn gorgeous. She feels her face burning, and her heart is beating so fast that she's afraid it might burst.

Xiao hisses a groan when she boldly tugs at the waistband of his pants, freeing himself of the last straining piece of clothing. She holds her breath, takes time to admire his impressive length. His cock flushes a furious red, the tip darker in color is bobbing with every motion, leaking delicious precum. The sight has her rubbing her thighs together and saliva heavy on her tongue in hunger.

"Lumine... This is not necessary, hah..."

Xiao's mouth hanging open, his voice low, husky and filled with lust. His eyes squeezes shut when she starts stroking, his whole body is on fire.

"Shhh, just believe me."

And every touch Lumine gives him anew. He breathes, takes in the sight before him. His lover is going down for him, serving him with the utmost devotion. She holds him in her hand, gentle and attentive. He can feel her body trembling with excitement as she grabs the base and runs her fingers along its length. And when he thinks he isn't capable of feeling any more pleasure than he already has, his eyes widen as he sees her appendage pressing the engorged tip. She looks up at him with a seductive gaze, her tongue enthusiastically slides along his shaft with her hands on his thighs. He throws his head back, growls loudly at the sensation.

Did anyone ever touch him with equal love and passion? No, Xiao thinks not. He used to say to her that adeptus has no desire. And yet.

𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘦𝘵.

Lumine begins quickening her pace, taking him in even further while still maintaining eye contact with him. The intoxicating scent of musk fills up her mouth, his taste a salty one left on her tongue. He grunts as his cock nearly reaches the back of her throat. She sucks him faster and faster, already bracing herself for his cum to flood into her mouth-

Xiao suddenly pushes her off by the shoulders and she yelps in annoyance. Her back hits the mattress again as Xiao hovers over her, the glimmer in his golden gaze in the dark makes her shiver in anticipation.

"Now who is the impatient one?" He grumbles, one hand tightly grabs at her thigh. "I want to savor this night together and you're already rushing to the end."

Lumine avoids his gaze, acutely aware of the bright red on her face. The flush reaches the tops of her chest when she feels his hand on her instantly. She can't hold back a whimper when he swiftly unties her dress, strips her of undergarments and pushes it all down without hesitation. Her breasts pop out of its confinement, her body laid bare all for him to see. She shivers under his scrutinized stare, bites back a moan when he gives her boob an experimental squeeze.

"You're so beautiful..."

Xiao muses out loud, his expression dazed as if bewitched by her beauty. He's unable to stop his hands from wandering even if he tries. Under the faint moonlight, she's glowing underneath him. He has imagined this scene ever since they became lovers, but those illusions are nothing compared to reality. Her skin is smooth and delicate to the touch, save for some bruises he gave her just before. Her breasts are plump, soft, rising and falling with every deep breath she takes. But above all that, the most alluring thing is her face. Her sweet pink lips, the crimson red adorned her cheeks, the unspeakable yearning evident in those honey eyes...

He sucks in a breath, gives it to the temptation and sticks out his tongue, lapping at the hardening nipple. This earns Lumine a cry, her hands quickly grab his hair. After some kneading, Xiao's gaze slowly drifts down until he can see her sex literally 𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨 onto the sheet.

"I've never done this. Do tell me if you feel uncomfortable."

"H-Huh?"

At the next heartbeat, she feels his hand on her folds. She squeals at the sudden pleasure, bucks her hips into him. His mouth instantly envelops her left breast, sucking the skin around her nipple. His hand teasingly flicks her other areola while the other spreads her legs further, giving her body his full attention.

"Archons, you're so wet."

He mumbles against her lips. The vulgar term makes her shut her eyes in embarrassment. She speaks, her voice tiny and unconvincing.

"Who wouldn't if you touched them like that?"

At this, Xiao slightly smirks.

"And if I do this?"

He wastes no time plunging two fingers into her warmth and she nearly cums right there because of the sudden intrusion. She's wet enough for him to go knuckle-deep without any trouble as he finds a rhythm immediately. Fluid squirts onto his hand, dripping down the crack of her ass and soaking the sheet. She squirms in his arms, mouth parted in a strangled moan. He bites his bottom lip, his cock twitches at the sight.

Lumine wants to beg him to slow down but words stuck in her throat. He has no mercy, almost slapping his palm at her cunt at this point. The way she babbles sweet nothing in his ears makes his erection painfully throb. He captures her lips in a complete new and raw determination. She gasps into his mouth as her hips buck into his hand, tears welling up in her eyes at the overwhelming tension. Eventually, she spasms uncontrollably and shatters on his fingers.

"You did well, dear. Do you need a break?"

Until she hears Xiao's husky voice beside her ear, she slowly returns to reality. She shakes her head.

"No, I'm okay. Let's finish this."

Lumine puts her arms around his neck, placing a soft kiss on his lips which he returns in full. He drags his length up her slit, but still not yet pushing inside. The passion and eagerness before now turn into an invisible fear, and he's suddenly scared, so scared. He's scared once he does it, this moment will end, and he will wake up tomorrow on an empty bed with no one by his side.

"Xiao. Don't be afraid."

And Lumine, his lover, his savior, always be the one who understands him the most. She hugs him tenderly, placing another kiss on her cheek, reassuring him.

"Make me yours."

Hesitation be damned. He squeezes his eyes shut, ignoring everything at this rate as he pushes into her warmth. Both of them let out a pleased moan.

She's so warm. She feels like home, filled with safety and love. And oh, how that breaks his heart so brutally.

To think this is the first and also their last time making love together makes his whole being squirm in pain. He wants to feel this warmth forever, wants to imprison her in his embrace. He needs someone to stay, needs her to stay, he needs her to be his before this love turns into ashes along with the withered breath in his lungs.

And it's not fair. Why did she abruptly come into his life, give him something he thought he'd never have and then leave?

"Please. 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘺."

Gods, how pathetic can he be? He knows this right from the start, a traveler can not always stay in one place. She can not stay beside him for eternity. Yet here he is, begging for her to remain alongside him. He is the one who accepts this condition of her in the first place when they're falling in love, so why, why? Why can't he stop this intolerable agony in his chest?

"I'm sorry."

Her words are still as cruel as ever.

She leans in again. A kiss falls on his forehead, his left cheek and the corner of his mouth. The sudden warmth of her hand is on his cheek. He jerks his head back in denial, hurting. But her hands and feather light kisses still remain. Lumine makes her way to his lips, their foreheads firmly pressing against each other. She caresses the back of his neck, pulling him as close as possible. Her body clasps on him, tender and convincing.

She whispers.

"I love you, Xiao. Do you?"

And he shatters. Tears forming in the corner of his eyes. It's so easy to just give in before her, and he should know better than anyone else and despise it. And yet. He crashes their lips together, his hands tangling in her hair, stroking along her back. She returns him with equal fervor, breathlessly calling out his name.

Maybe he's already known from the start that she'll be the death of him.

But eventually, he'll still hold onto her.

"I love you."