‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝

‍ ‍AS A GENERAL 𝐑𝐔𝐋𝐄 , THE LESS A PERSON SEES OF ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍——— ‍ THE 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐄𝐑 THEIR LIFE ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

‍ ‍
⠀ ⠀ if the duke wants somebody 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝
⠀ ⠀ he needs 𝐧𝐨 https://t.co/yy6dSPiBuY
‍

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

“ you’d miss me too much if you did so. ”

grey irises stay fixed upon the performer’s , gently pulling him in place with the current hold. as much as he loved their verbal spars , he enjoyed these rare occasions much more.

[⋆·˚ ༘ * 𝓼𝒉𝒐𝒘 —— 𝓼𝒕𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒓 .ᐟ @magnfiques]

“ is that a complaint ? i can limit my visits. ”

he wouldn’t. allowing his hand to be taken, he slips right back into the lure, heel turning so he stands between the warden’s knees. pleased hum. “ then you can read all you like. ”

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

to return to him. calloused fingers wrap around knuckles , bringing the magician’s hand toward his lips. he’ll play nice.

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

“ i don’t recall sending you an invitation for today. it’s never necessary anyway , since you let yourself in whenever you please. ”

ah , push and pull. the warden finally decides to turn to fully face the other , arm extending in search for that warmth——

[⋆·˚ ༘ * 𝓼𝒉𝒐𝒘 —— 𝓼𝒕𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒓 .ᐟ @magnfiques]

“ is it such a chore for you to spend time with a Guest ? why invite me at all ? ”

fine, then. the magician removes himself entirely, arms planted firmly on his hips, head turning the other way in a huff.

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

“ forgive me for wanting to finish my daily reading. now , do you plan on telling me what exactly it is you’re here for , or will you continue to just mope? ”

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

“ oh , was that what you were after? i wasn’t too sure. ” sarcasm laces every word , even as he shakes his head fondly. he follows lyney’s movement and rests the book upon the table .

[⋆·˚ ༘ * 𝓼𝒉𝒐𝒘 —— 𝓼𝒕𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒓 .ᐟ @magnfiques]

“ oh, he graces my presence with recognition. how kind. ” ever dramatic. delicate digits creep down the duke’s arm, pushing at the book in an attempt to remove it from sight.

“ what could you possibly be reading, that has you fixated so ? ”

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

a grumble , not appreciating the other’s displeasing tactics in an attempt to draw his attention. unfortunately , wriothesley’s indulgence toward the smaller man proved to be victorious.

“ yes? you could at least use your words. ”

[⋆·˚ ༘ * 𝓼𝒉𝒐𝒘 —— 𝓼𝒕𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒓 .ᐟ @magnfiques]

cat — like eyes slowly form a pointed squint, not at the pages of the book, but at the side of the warden’s face. hello … ? obviously he’s needing attention of some kind. the audacity. puffing air into the duke’s ear.

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

an eyebrow arches , eyes remaining on the page of the book the duke has open. he’s used to these sort of interruptions from the magician. what is it that he wants * this time , exactly?

[⋆·˚ ༘ * 𝓼𝒉𝒐𝒘 —— 𝓼𝒕𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒓 .ᐟ @magnfiques]

draping arms over @boxingduke’s shoulders where he sits with a long, dramatic sigh. what could the magician possibly have to complain about at a time like this.

[Qi234 @Qi2341]

❄️✨Happy Holidays✨❄️
#GenshinImpact #原神

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

. . i was supposed to have my evening tea an hour ago . unfortunately , my stove broke down ( 💧 ) .

[BOUGH | KEEPER @LuxPerditae]

Do you want tea Wriothesley -?

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

correct , monsieur . i must say , you are also among the few that i willingly approach for a chat . it’s easy to speak to you ^^ .

[𝑆𝑈𝐼𝑆𝑈𝐼.𖥔 ݁ ˖.ᐟ @silveredtcngue]

ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ
does that mean i'm one of the
few that are eager to strike up
long conversations with you?

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

hm , i would do the same if i am approached . fortunately , many tend to keep their distance during official gatherings . a perk of being the head of the fortress ^^ .

[𝑆𝑈𝐼𝑆𝑈𝐼.𖥔 ݁ ˖.ᐟ @silveredtcngue]

ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ
i do too, but i will talk if it is
necessary for me to do so . 🌀

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

err — easier said than done , i like to keep to myself among bigger crowds .

[𝑆𝑈𝐼𝑆𝑈𝐼.𖥔 ݁ ˖.ᐟ @silveredtcngue]

ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ
that doesn't count as socializing,
your grace. you need to talk to
the people . 🌀

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

https://t.co/zqXxi6TdrD lrt the way the artist drew wrio OUUGGHHHH eats him

[❥ • alex 🍡 comms closed !! @F0XGAMlNG]

you ever feel like dancing with your bestie #GenshinImpact #Wriothesley #Clorinde #原神

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

it does in my book 😁

[BOUGH | KEEPER @LuxPerditae]

I don't think this counts as socializing.

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

hey , a lot of effort was made just to show up . that’s got to be worth something at least .

[₊˚˖ 𑣲ଳ ･ﾟ @hydrosoa]

you could try standing less ominously? that might count.

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

what do you mean just standing here ominously doesn’t count as socializing ❔

[.⋆♱ ɴʏx @EEsopue_rawr]

Vent Art
#Wriothesley #Genshinimpact

[‍ ‍ ‍ ‍𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 @boxingduke]

< ——— the beast has awoken from his slumber ㅤ/ᐠ - ˕ -マ