Fluffy WangXian Oneshots Book Two

Diamond With A Flaw Part 4

Wei Ying's finger hovers over the send button, second guessing himself. He's sitting in a pink bathrobe in his underwear, waiting for his makeup artist to get there. It's the first night of four events, Lan XiChen and Nie MingJue's engagement party, and Wei Ying's debut on Lan Zhan's arm as his plus one. He's been giving himself a pep talk ever since he woke up and realised what day it was.

The mix of adrenaline and nerves and coffee has built up, and Wei Ying needs some kind of reassurance, but there's something weighing on his mind and he kind of wants to know how Lan Zhan feels, right now.

But there's only one way to find out. Wei Ying sends the text and resists the urge to throw his phone against the wall, because that would be immature, and Wei Ying is not that tonight. In fact, he's so far removed from being immature that they can't even be in the same country.

The silent buzz forces him to open his eyes and accept the consequences of his actions. He reopens the chat.

Wei Ying: Lan Zhan, thanks for going along with my plan tonight. I know you're excited to see what I'm going to wear, but I want you to get the full impact!! No spoilers!! But I wanted to ask you something and it's unrelated to our night out. 🙈👀

💙💞Lan Zhan💞💙: Wei Ying said he did not want me to ask about his outfit. I am merely obeying the instructions of the wise one.

Wei Ying: LAN ZHAAAAN!! DO NOT!! I THOUGHT WE AGREED! NO COMPLIMENTS! 🫠🫣🥹🙈

💙💞Lan Zhan💞💙: Wei Ying said it. He must have more experience than myself in such matters. I agreed to no such stipulation regarding stating my honest opinion. What is on your mind?

Wei Ying: Am I a pest? Does my constant messaging bother you? It's just that you've only started replying recently...and I don't wanna be that guy. 😇🥲

💙💞Lan Zhan💞💙: That guy?

Wei Ying: Yeah, that guy. Or person. You know, when someone keeps spamming you and it's really annoying but you're too polite to call them out on it. That guy. 🫣

💙💞Lan Zhan💞💙: I see. Firstly, Wei Ying is not a pest. I would refuse to look if it bothered me, or I would switch my phone off if there was a problem.

Then the three dots come and disappear, multiple times, as if Lan Zhan can't decide on which words he wants to use. Or, he's typing out a really long reply. Finally, Wei Ying's screen lights up.

💙💞Lan Zhan💞💙: I attend meetings during the day. It is difficult for me to respond, however, if I am unable to give Wei Ying's messages the attention they deserve, then I make sure to check them during lunch break. Wei Ying should know I check any messages he might have sent during my sleeping hours first thing in the morning, and in case any are missed, last task before sleeping. Wei Ying should continue sending messages. I enjoy the bunny videos most. I have been meaning to thank you for a long time now. I find texting easier than speaking my mind. I am not comfortable using faces yet. Maybe never.

Wei Ying reads the message quickly, first. Then at least three more times, kicking his feet with glee. The biggest smile on his face makes his cheeks hurt but he doesn't care! That's by far the longest reply he's ever had from the most beautiful man on the planet, and while there might be no romantic connotations implied, Wei Ying is gonna take what he can get!

Wen Qing comes in with her makeup bag, eyeing him with interest. He quickly fires off one last text.

Wei Ying: Lan Zhan! No need to thank me! Whenever I see something that reminds me of you, I send it. You can do that too, if you want. Listen, I have to go radio silent now cos Qing-Jie is here to do my makeup before she has to go to work. But I'll see you in a few hours! Wish me luck!