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cune digging is my god given right

Who: wei wuxian and you!
When: through june.
Where: in the city.
What: quests & june catch-all.
Warnings: stupidity, body horror if you so choose.

a. flowers and the city;

( first thing's first in order to start his day off, wei wuxian already knows how to properly flirt — before he died and transmigrated into his new body.. he was the ideal. so it's not like he lost any of that cute charm of his right? so what does he decide to do to make this go smoothly? well, he's put together a little booth outside of the tenth cafe he's asked of the manager that found wuxian endearing enough to accept. it took a bit of flirting but sometimes, one has to strut their stuff.

so here he is, using a table from the cafe and set up in front; a jar sitting next to him and a sign he's painted himself above his head with:

300 CUNES A KISS ON THE LIPS! ❤
200 CUNES A KISS ON THE HAND! ❤
honestly, cute advertisement if he does say so himself so with that, the cultivator winks at his first target. there's a smile on his features, his best attempts at feeling inviting which he isn't up to anything bad! ) Who do we have here, would you like to try?

a01. flowers and the city; optional!

( if you return later in the night, wei wuxian will still be in this same spot though a little different than before. what's noticeable is the lotus flower resting in his hair. why is it there? maybe for the cute factor for extra kisses! does it persuade you? any of you? well, he's not too sure how he got this problem either but hey! 300 cunes for a free infection, can you even go wrong with that? )

✔ — ( ooc: so in this one (1) prompt, wwx has been affected by ehrendil, which happens to be a sickness binghe and kyun infected him with; which he isn't aware. so you can pay money for a KISS and a DISEASE. really! a two for one? really cheap! symptoms may include but are not limited to: itchiness where plant life begins to sprout, flora sprouting from the skin, increased desire for sunlight, extreme thirst, the gradual spread of flora to internal structures, including the lungs, and emitting a sweet scent irresistible to bees and butterflies. )

b. flowers and the city;

( this quest doesn't sound so hard, something about getting money and wei wuxian has never been against some funds. now it's what can he do to make this perfect, wandering around the entertainment district to learn what people do for fun. there's various activities but nothing speaks to him until his eyes fall upon a few people singing together; catching the attention of various people and that is good enough. he snaps his fingers, pleased before looking for a corner that's hardly preoccupied by anyone with the same idea and enough strangers that maybe he'll get the attention of someone.

he pauses, posting himself up and using a bucket he's found to sit next to him and a sign hung from it saying "if you like, you like! please pay me for good efforts!", at least he's going his best. it'd be a nice past time because he likes doing this anyway so there's no skin off his bones as he pulls a bamboo flute out from his sleeve, giving it a look over before thinking on what melody to play. he watches the people walk back and forth, minding their business and decides to speak up for a moment. ) Sisters! Brothers! Yes, yes you! Listen to me play! If you like it, won't you show your gratitude? If you dislike, I understand but I'll do my best! So listen, listen! ( which he hopes someone is willing to hear him out, so he presses his back against the wall of a building he's standing in front of; sliding down as he brings his flute to his lips. he blows air into the instrument to begin playing a melody that he's learned back home. )

c. flowers and the city;

( he's not lost, no way, but he's following his donkey around in hopes to make it listen to him. it may be a little embarrassing to people who don't know him, but wei wuxian has never been able to make this creature do what he asks. people say that animals have a mind of their own, do what they want without caring what their partners say and it's true about li'l apple. ) Stop that! You'll get lost if you don't stick with me! Li'l Apple..! Li'l Appppllleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!

( is the donkey listening? well no. but the creature decides to handle this problem of his, walking around in search for apples is growing tiresome — he's hungry. so rather than moving around blindly waiting for wei wuxian to make conversation, he hurries this by picking a random stranger and what does li'l apple decide to do? looking straight at wei wuxian, eye to eye, the donkey huffs before moving closer to it's prey and biting whoever right on their ass!

horrible! horrible. is what he's thinking, rushing over to grab the reigns on his evil pet, pulling them and quickly: ) Forgive me! I'm sorry about that, Li'l Apple gets so cranky when he doesn't have anything to snack on. ( and then, it comes to him.. normally people are persuaded by cute pets and maybe if li'l apple calms down; this can work. a hand raises to pat at his animal's head, he pats the person's lower back to dust it off, no ass touching here. )

d. runetchers;

( it's actually a simple job to him, he's use to working on creating symbols and such on talismans back home that he feels like it'll be a breeze. now, implementing enchantments in them are another story which he's done that as well but.. will it have the same effect? he wouldn't know nor does he care enough to truly find out but the there's a bell that jingles as soon as someone walks into the shop, alarming wei wuxian to quickly get to his feet and start the day. )

Welcome, welcome! How may I help you here? Oh, maybe you'd want to hear about our specialties! So today, I've been working on something great! Come and see, come, come. ( he's waving for the person to follow him, moving to a desk close by that's covered in paper talismans with various markings etched in each other. ) This one is really good, I tried it and got a bird to visit me. It's an Animal Attraction Talisman, any little creature you can think of will be summoned to this! We can try it out, free of charge!

( holding out the talisman to the other, the markings are quite creatively done. his strokes are better than others but now will his magic be any good? well, he's been told what to do to get the right affect and when he tried it; it seems good. ) What do you say?

e. wildcard;

( you have something you want to do with wwx? the world is your oyster, i'm down for anything! or you can hmu on sakasaki if you want to hash things out! )

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[ these . . . these are cool. the carvings, the curves–! it screams something wild, right? nishinoya’s an easy customer to get hold of once he has change in his pockets, taking the talisman into his cupping hand and exposing the handiwork. ]

Does it work with crows?

[Justine peers at the cute sign and its painted hearts while a light teasing smile tugging at her lips. Her dark eyes briefly meet the handsome strangers only to bashfully look away again.]

I've never paid for a kiss before.

[Her voice is sweet and light.]

You are very handsome but I don't think I have enough money.

[Picking up life here after being uprooted has been both easy and difficult for Henry. So accustomed to drifting and lacking a place, he'd finally felt as though he had some sense of belonging with the Ylissean Army. That is, until they won the war. So he's transferred from one land to another, both in a state of relative peace. Truthfully, Henry's not sure how to spend his time if he's not fighting: not only is there hardly a military demand, but his magic is clumsy and unrefined now.

Magic and transformation. Those are two things that land on his radar of intrigue in this city. That's what brings him in today, hoping he'll find something of interest to sate one of his two lines of interest. He offers the chatty Wei Wuxian a pleasant smile while he tries to solicit the sorcerer with the ability to entice small animals to his side. Henry hums and leans in to admire the fine lines on the talisman before giving it a nod of approval.]

That's some nice, neat carving right there. It makes all the difference, huh? [Another nod.] But, sorry. I'm the wrong customer for a talisman like that. You see, the animals already flock to me! And I mean FLOCK. I can't get rid of 'em! Try walking across a battlefield while being visited by murders of crows while you're just trying to murder your foes. Sometimes it gets a little tricky, tossing a spell at the enemy while you've got a wing or three in your line of sight.

[He steps right up to the counter.]

No, I've got something else to ask you. Something in the vein of items for new witches! Think you can help?

I don't seeeee why not? ( as the other takes in wuxian's drawing skills, the male reaches out to take it back but it'll all make sense soon. ) Now tell me, if we summon a whole murder.. are you gunna tell your friends to come here and be amazed?

( he questions, eyeing the other both up and down, coming to the conclusion that he doesn't look like someone who'd deny buying a cute simple talisman like this. even by the expression he's making, he seems to really want to indulge in the activity so a smile pulls at the corner of wei wuxian's lips as he gives a nod. ) It's meant to bring any animal but if you want, we can change it to a specific one.

( at his desk, he picks up a brush with the tip dipped in cinnabar, about to edit the rune on the talisman but he waits for confirmation. ) Crows aren't bad, they're actually pleasant creatures, y'know?

I can't believe this, Sister, you'll pass up a chance to kiss lil' ol me? ( he winks towards her direction, now, if this didn't have to deal with making money — he'd give one for free! despite her not having any money, he hums softly before leaning back in his seat. )

Alright, we can fix this! It'd be wrong of me to allow a maiden to go unkissed! I'm a Cultivator of my word so.. ( he snaps his fingers, looking around at who walks past them and hopes this doesn't sound too odd. )

Perhaps you have something else you can offer? A ring? Some magical item? I'm sure a handsome man like me and a beautiful woman like you can make something happen! ( he's a charmer, of course, but damn, alright, he's gotten farther than he expected for the day. yay, wuxian! highfive, wuxian! )

( the gentleman that waltz in has a certain air about him, as friendly as he makes himself out to be — there's also this feeling that he should... be careful. he's met a few people that he should worry about, that he should keep a close eye on but people have stated that wei wuxian too is one of those people. so he throws the thought away, looking at the other as he sets his talisman down on the table despite being given positive feedback. it's the only item he's able to give a freebie of but he has to be a good merchant and give the best customer service — )

I'm glad you like it, to make one doesn't take long! You too? I'm surprised they get in your way, have you ever thought of using them to elevate your way of fighting? ( he speaks as if familiar, but he brushes it off just as quickly while the other inches closer. wei wuxian cants his head to the side, neatly putting a few slips of paper together just in case he'll need them. ) Perhaps we can remedy that later, it sounds like fun.

( of course, this isn't his shop.. he just works here so it honestly depends on whether it can be done. but wei wuxian has never been against learning something new or tinkering around with items to make new weapons and the like. he thinks on it, chuckling softly as he decides to take a bite at the male's thought. ) What are you interested in, it is my job to please every customer that comes through. ( he's interested, actually, the way henry delivers his thought is actually enticing and how can wei wuxian say no? he'd be a fool not to see what the other has up his sleeve. )

As long as I can utilize the stroke of a brush, we shouldn't be limited!

[The corner of Justine's lips lift into a light teasing smirk.] I'm not sure if Sister is an appropriate nickname if you want to be kissing. [The remark is soft, her voice sweet and teasing.]

I haven't been here very long to have much.

[She has the locket hanging around her throat but it had been a gift and she isn't about to offer up the gift to another.] How about this? [She dips her fingers into a small leather bag on her hip and pulls out a glimmering rainbow shell. It looks like any shell but then Justine focuses on it and a little spark of magic alights in her palm. At the center of the shell is a soft glowing ball of blue light, like a mysterious pearl.]

Will this work?

Oh!? What do I call you if not "Sister"? I'm being courteos and respectful towards you, I couldn't dare call you anything else! ( yes, he couldn't imagine being rude towards her and then the poor sister doesn't even have money on her! it's only worrisome! )

But you do have some? So you're hiding it away from me... How upsetting! Perhaps, I am not handsome enough. ( he's playful, sighing as if he's heartbroken. guess it really be like that! but there's a surprise, the pearl that she pulls out is actually pretty enough to look at. he's not too sure what it is but it does make his eyes sparkle at the sight.

how she tryna con this man. )

Sister? It's really pretty but shouldn't you try to sell something so beautiful than give it away for a measly kiss? Then you can have lots of cunes and as many kisses are you want!

[ Oh, Iramaat thinks that's positively adorable. She's out and about and probably technically on the clock, considering she's wearing the jacket they give people who run the post about (and she has a mailbag over one shoulder, too), but that doesn't seem to stop her as she slows, giving him and his sign an appraising look. If she wants to dilly-dally a little, who's going to notice? As long as she gets what she said she'd do done, no one can complain.

Right?

Right.

She's been working and earning a bit of money, so she does have some cash and the offer's tempting - Wei Wuxian is very pretty, after all - but she can't pass up an opportunity to haggle, either. ]

Oh? Isn't that a little pricey?

[ She grins impishly, one hand steadying herself against his table as she leans on it. ]

Great! I was hoping you'd say that.

[Henry puts on a big smile, resting his hands atop the counter. The sound of the golden rings on each of his middle fingers clinks gently as he folds hand over hand.]

For now, I'm just looking for some charms to help me reign in my magic. Amulets, talisman, jewelry, I don't mind the medium. [Henry balls up his fists and brings them close to his chest emphatically.] I'm DYING to try some higher level magics on for a spell! But I'm so new to this coven that I can't even levitate a paper crane without upending the entire table onto one of the supervising witches. [He grins with his teeth.] Oh man, I nearly got wrung out for that one. She was out like a light! Had to go to the infirmary and everything.

Aaaanyway, I'm pretty sick of making these novice mistakes already. I've been told I've got a lot of thaumaturgic energy or whatever, but I'm back to square one here as a witch. So I was hoping I could do my regular studying by day... And stow away a few scrolls or runes for the nighttime. In case I need to perform an advanced spell! Transmutation, reanimation, voodoo... You never know what might come up, right?

[He provides this sample of magic so casually that it's as though he's suggesting that he wants to try a fun party trick. After his long explanation (and his alarming examples), Henry slams his palms back down on the counter and beams.]

So? So?! Got anything that'll channel my magic more efficiently? Unleash my potential? Even if it's just a one time use, I don't mind!

[ you’ve got him: he gasps at the thought. the big “o” his lips form begin to spread wide into an ecstatic grin, situating himself on the balls of his feet, like he’d be able to see what he’s doing as well as please tell me more. ]

‘Course! Crows are vicious!! They’re my school’s mascot! [ he seems positive when he says “vicious”. go crows!! to show him, nishinoya turns around and points at the kanji of his black jacket: KARASUNO HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL ] Can you really—?!

( well, this sounds bad? would one call it pricey? maybe. but to wei wuxian, he thinks they're pretty decent but he'll hear her out for a bit. who would he be if he was deny hearing her out so he remains in place, raising a brow in curiosity as he turns just a bit in his seat to look at the advertisement. )

Is that so..? Then I'm curious. How much do you think I'm worth? ( which now that he thinks about it, is disheartening to hear! he doesn't find himself unappealing to look at and the body he's been using doesn't seem that bad? he finally turns back to meet her face to face, canting his head to the side and he reaches his hands over to put them over her own. )

Be honest, I can take it! I don't cry easily, trust me! ( he's been told worst so it can't be that bad when he thinks about it, looking the female over to take in her appearance. he's never seen her before but it has always been nice to meet new people? truly, at a time like this, he needs to meet all the new people that he can since he's just as lost as anyone else. but he knows this was about making money? so money he will get! )

Oh, I don't really know. I've only just met you - only just seen you!

[ Iramaat laughs, grin spreading over her features. She likes the way he takes her teasing and sends it right back at her. He's certainly got some natural charm and some very pretty looks, but she's always been one to poke and prod and make things interesting. So she keeps on, fingers tap-tapping against the table. ]

But three hundred for a real kiss? Don't you think it should be a little less expensive? Two hundred, maybe?

[ She's prodding. Trying to see what she can get out of him. ]

Or something that isn't money...? Like a favor?

You're right, they do keep a pretty close eye on us to make sure we don't mess up. I can't fault you if your skills were able to do something! That means it'll come in handy later on, maybe you'll knock some monster out with just a snap of the finger! I'm thinking that's a great start. ( he's hearing him out, of course, that's what a seller is meant to do, to ensure that they give great service to their customer. everything he says though is actually interesting, bringing wei wuxian to raise his brow at the enthusiasm displayed. so they're both witches here which is a nice to hear, that everyone is searching for their own way to regain their magical properties from before.

not only what he's trying to do stands out to wei wuxian, it's how specific henry is as he speaks, with a few abilities that piques his interest. it sounds like someone has the same sort of mindset that he has which makes him even more comfortable with their conversation, playfully speaking up as a hand raises to his chin; thinking on the matter. ) How specific, but we wouldn't be "witches" if we didn't have magic we could use correctly, huh?

( but he's not making any movements to search for it, no, he can't allow this chance to pass him by when it's showing itself right then and there. he's picking up a talisman, looking at one of the markings to show that something like this won't do. so he turns, glancing at the bookshelves filled with not only pages of information but various items and jarred substances — why is this in a rune shop? well, it fits the atmosphere. ) I might have what you're searching for if you tell me about the reanimation you speak about!

( corpses, zombies, whatever people want to call them are literally wei wuxian's best friends despite the bad end he had with them. what matters is that it's something that he knows well, has experience in and maybe the other might have some information on it. coming to this world has taken a lot out of him, more power-wise than mentally or physically but there's always a place to start so his customer has his attention. ) There's got to be something, it's like you got that well thought out.

( as the other speaks, wei wuxian is already drawing onto the paper, a slow stroke of his brush until he feels satisfied with the results. the other is quite excited, drawn into his own world and the older can't help but turn his head towards the male with a smile. )

Vicious? Yes, they can be depending on who they listen to but to me.. ( it seems like nishinoya is more on the harmless side than anything vicious; maybe he's kind! who knows, that positive air about him could mean there's something deeper and darker just waiting to be freed! who is wei wuxian to know? but as he turns around to expose his back to him, he reads the name and nods trying to keep it in mind. )

High school? I've never heard of such a thing, is it like heaven? That's really high up! ( wei wuxian circles him, so that he's in front of the male and he doesn't have to turn around again. ) Yes, yes! It shouldn't be that hard to do but it's all fixed up. All done! I think we'll be able to summon many of them like this! Waaa! ( the thing they have to do is venture outside because summoning any wild beast into the shop would be a bad idea, he doesn't want to clean up anything because of birds that are excited for attention. so with a step forward, he checks to see if the other is following to the exit of the shop. ) Let's go!!

You're right, but I didn't think the pricing was that bad... But understand, Sister, it'd be good to spend on me! Only once and never again, why not take the chance? ( of course, she can keep trying to prod him because that's normally want he does to other people. but there's a good heart inside of him so he does consider the options laid out before him, raising a brow and leaning in slowly. )

Two hundred for a kiss on the hand ~

( isn't that just as great? now he's not going to push it but he'll get up from his seat, coming around the set up he's made before grabbing her hands and holding them in his own. now that they have a better visual of one another — )

What type of favor are you willing to give? I'm listening!

Do you value your kisses as so low a cost?

[Her lips tug into a warm smile as she gently takes his hand and drops the shell into his palm.] It's an experience. Something exciting and new that can lead anywhere. I'm not purchasing a kiss but trading for a memory. I won't forget it and it won't be tarnished by heavy weighted emotions.

[She leans forward to light brush her lips against his but she moves slowly, giving him time to pull away if the shell and it's magical light isn't enough.]

Oh, that depends entirely on what you want-!

[ Iramaat is rather sly herself, but she takes his hands just as eagerly, gripping him with a firm strength as she gives him another look-over now that they're a touch closer than they were before. ]

I can sing, I can play the flute, I can use a sword, I can do all sorts of things. It really does depend on what you want and what you think one of your kisses is worth.

[ She leans in slightly, eyebrow arched. ]

Or maybe how much you think one of mine is.

[Suffering from insomnia while cursed with constant exhaustion is really, completely unfair of the universe(s). But here she is, wandering the streets and letting her feet and thoughts take her where they may.

She's not surprised that they bring her to a cafe. Food is always a comfort when music can't be, after all, and her MP3 player might be on it's last legs soon. She is surprised to see that she's stopped in front of an apparent kiss booth.

Arisato, you are not so desperate for comfort that you need kisses from a stranger, she thinks wryly. And yet the man sitting there looks so charming, and she feels like something in her soul has tugged her this way, that she pauses in front of him, shooting him a small (tired) grin.]

If it's not too rude to ask, what are you saving up for?

( this plays like the domino effect, how the female leans in and while he can feel the brush of her lips against his and instantly, he shifts to the side to avoid a complete connection. not that he's scared or anything but did he actually say he wanted this despite his eyes shining at the item!? it's like giving away a free kiss and that isn't what today has in store for him. ) Sister! Sister! You say we're trading memories but memories won't pay to put food on the table! I have a family to take care of..!

( that's true, he has people to think about other than himself and while the shell is quite beautiful — he's quick to put it back into her hands. )

Do you see now why proper payment is important! ( the expression he wears is worried because every cune actually means something! )

Hm.. the thing I want has to deal with magic, are you well practiced in it? ( he doesn't know how long she's been here but if there's a chance that she could teach him a few things — maybe a trade wouldn't be that bad. it'll help him and she gets what she's after. )

But we have things in common from how you speak! I can do a variety of those things too ~ ( he doesn't find that so bad, they share certain aspects of hobbies which comforts him enough and brings a grin to his features. )

Cute, cute! Are you becoming the seller now when coming up to me? A shame, I have nothing to give so it's why I propose the offer of my kiss first! Cunes aren't that bad to give me, are they?

Alas, no, I've little magic ability to speak of - and what I did have I don't anymore. Not since arriving here.

[ She shrugs, still holding his hands as if it's the most natural thing in the world. If that's all he wants, that's a little troublesome. But he's entertaining and amusing and he has a very pretty face, so maybe she could give in. Just this once. ]

I suppose it's not, even if it is money I might use elsewhere.

[ Pity! She sighs dramatically. ]

The things I do - but I think it will be worth it. You're amusing.

[ Alex had never heard such a melody before. Flutes, yes, but not like this. Street performers were scattered here and there in Ergastulum, but she hadn't heard it played is such a way. It immediately pulls her in.

The long, flowing hair at first glance had her thinking it was a woman, but the musician turned out to be young man. The song he played was calming, entrancing even. When he stopped, it took her a moment to realize it was over and to start applauding him along with the rest of the people that may have gathered around.

She doesn't forget the bucket for donations, and she does pull out some coins from the small pouch she had to drop into the bucket. While she didn't have all that much yet, the man had earned it and she understood doing whatever you could to earn a living. ]

[Justine smiles as her fingers curl around the shell.] I guess you don't want to go through the trouble of selling this. [She's being honest, she really doesn't have money to spend on a kiss. Harry had given her a small amount to buy bread with and that's all the money that she has on her.

It's also not the amounts that this man is looking for.]

Maybe I'll pass by here again and have money then. I'm afraid that this is all I have.

[She looks very comfortable about that too.]

( it's actually pretty at night time, he isn't sure whether it's the stars above them or the cute girl that's made her way to his stand. he's thrilled, leaning forward in his seat as the palm of his hands press on the surface of the table to push him up to his two feet. he's ecstatic, smiling wide as he waits for her to come even closer to get a better look. the light from above only makes this feel rather angelic, he has no complaints as he speaks. )

Oh!? I promise it's for something good, Sister! My family need to be taken care of so I try anyway that I can for them.

( there's good intentions though his way of making money is quite odd, but whatever method will work — he's certainly going for it. ) Won't you help a man trying his best? One kiss won't hurt, will it!? ( give him a moment though, undoing the red ribbon in his hair so that his ponytail falls flat, trying to let his scalp breathe but maybe he does this when he's ready to give a good kiss? no one would know! but the lotus does remain in place so maybe that isn't part of his ribbon at all. )

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picks you up lets get you ALL the bird

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(chanting) birds!!! birds!! birds!!!

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(chanting) BIRDS! BIRDS! BIRDS! MURDER! MURDER!

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a01; TIME TO GET DISEASED

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time for our plant std and then we can beat up binghe and kyun for it later :/ rats