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I love the aromantic or aro-spec Ruan Mei headcanon but I fucking hate like 90% of the people who headcanon her as aro/ace.
Her whole struggle to understand love and passing that on to the cat cakes she created would be so fascinating to explore through the lens of being aro. Because yeah, struggling to differentiate between different types of "love" is a very aro experience.
But so. Fucking. Often. The sentiment I see around the headcanon? "Ruan Mei is emotionless and therefore aroace," or even worse (and this is a direct quote lifted from a comment I saw, and I have seen similar ones multiple times), "I'd consider Ruan Mei's psychopathic ass to be aroace". Which is, in my opinion, very telling of the way you think about aroace people. Because why is your one aroace headcanon the character who is shown to have dubious-at-best ethics and little understanding of other people? Why do you think that this makes her aromantic?
I am so, so tired of the idea that "aromantic/asexual = emotionless" or vice versa. We have emotions. We just don't experience romantic/sexual attraction. The idea that aromantic people have something wrong with them, that we are somehow broken, is an idea that we should have left behind long ago and I'm fucking tired.
Ruan Mei & (the) Herta!
Heey I'm back with another request 😁. Can you do how would ruan mei react to a sick reader? Thank you and have a nice day 😁
Welcome back; you're welcome, thanks for your request, and have a nice day as well 😊
Ruan Mei with a sick GN reader
Based on how she reacted about her critters, I doubt she would be vastly different when it comes to a S/O, even when sick
After all, having a S/O will not suddenly remove your troubles to express your feelings and emotions, or magically make you able to display affection, when you've never done it until now
Chances are, though, that she might introduce you to her private hobbies, could be somewhat curious about your opinions on certain matters, and more generally, will noticeably pay attention to you
Unless you happen to have hobbies in common with her, she will otherwise keep a relative distance from you
Despite this, as her S/O, you will show up in her thoughts far more than anyone else ever did or could... but she will never admit it, unknowing how to even process it
Now, if her S/O happens to be sick... expect her to check your temperature by herself, similarly to the first encounter with her in the Herta Space Station
If you tend to struggle with following medication, well, good news for you! She will personally ensure that you will... even if it means incorporating it within cakes or tea (she has experience in that regard, Stelle/Caelus can testify)
Speaking of cakes and tea, you can expect to receive them regularly; if not as help (hot tea when you have a bad cough, for example), then as a form of comfort food
She won't keep you company 24/7, even under normal circumstances (and she definitely doesn't seem like the cuddly type), but she would still let you message her, if you need something
And if the sickness would be strong enough to keep you stuck in bed all day however... she might then offer to stay during the meals
Overall, she would express her care (as minimal as it may be) through little gestures and acts of service, rather than with words or physical presence
If you pay enough attention, and if you're lucky enough, then perhaps... you might witness a few tiny smiles on her otherwise unsmiling face
But that's only likely to happen when you would announce the good news of the symptoms starting to disappear, and that your recovery is finally there
If it's just a cold, she knows you will recover from it in due time, so she sees no reason to feel worried (and even less to express it anyhow)
Ambient music:
"Ah, S/O. Good timing. The latest batch of cakes is fresh from the oven. You can get some."
"Thank you, Ruan Mei. I appreciate it."
The scientist leads you to the kitchen area, and hands you a piece of cake on a plate, alongside its spoon. You sit in the armchair opposite to her, but before you could even taste it, you couldn't hold back a sneeze, causing her sight to focus on you.
"You're getting sick."
"I'm not sure, maybe it's just-"
You found yourself interrupted in your speech, due to her hand casually resting on your forehead, and her gaze scanning your eyes with nearly as much focus and emotion as a robot would.
"Probably just a cold. However, you should rest from now on."
"You're right... I will."
"Good. You will get tea and cakes, to reward your good behavior. As for the medicine... I will fetch it for you."
"That's nice of you."
"Mhh. Make sure to not skip it."
"I do hope it won't be that kind of medicine with a terrible taste..."
Upon hearing these words, she gave you a view that seemed rather amused.
"If that's one of your worries, then surely you wouldn't mind the taste of the tea and cakes to be... slightly different from what you're used to."
"This... won't be necessary... I hope. I would rather keep their original tastes."
"That will be up to you, S/O."
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Heey, can you do Ruan Mei or Black Swan (your choice :)) reacting to reader asking them for hug? I hope it's not too hard. Have a nice day/night!
Thank you for the request, I hope you will like it, and have a nice day/night as well 👀 Ruan Mei or Black Swan, huh...
GN reader asking Ruan Mei and Black Swan for a hug
Ruan Mei
Ambient music:
Both of you are minding your own business, albeit in the same room. You are the one breaking the silence, and with such a question that her focus moved from the embroidery in her hands, over to you.
"... hey, Ruan Mei? Could you... please hug me?"
"... a hug? Why?"
Who knows what kind of thoughts perpetually rush through a genius' mind, but such a question was definitely not within the range of expectations. Not to mention physical affection being somewhat of an alien concept to her - much like displays of affection in general.
"Well I thought that, since you're so devoted to studying Life, and that hugs are a thing among certain animal species... then why not try it?"
She moves her embroidery aside as she thinks upon your words and gathers her thoughts, to craft up an answer.
"Alright then... but you take the lead. You certainly have more experience than I do, in that regard."
She raises from her chair as you move closer, before she lets you embrace her first. Only then does she do the same in return, but purely to imitate you, and not without a short delay.
"How is it?"
"At the very least, it's not unpleasant. But that's probably because it's you. Were it someone else instead, then it would be rather forgettable. However, I admit it's intriguing that... this, became a thing."
It's unclear if she's being nice, to cover her doubts regarding how to feel about a mere hug, or if she only accepted out of politeness. Either way, you know how deeply focused she can stay on her things, and thus, you're grateful she complied to your request... somewhat.
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Black Swan
Ambient music:
"... hey, Black Swan?"
The memetic entity appears out of thin air next to you, hovering lightly in the air, with her interest piqued by your summoning.
"Something the matter, S/O?"
"Could you... please hug me?"
"A hug?"
You nod, looking up at her and watching her hover a little closer, facing you with crossed arms.
"Should I understand you wish to create a precious memory with me?"
"Absolutely."
"Very well. It would be a shame to miss such a kind offer, after all."
With that being said, her feet land on the ground and her arms open in a welcoming gesture, inviting you to become part of her embrace - something you willingly and gladly do right after. She then closes her grip around your form, holding you with motherly tenderness.
"Thank you..."
"There's no need to thank me. This captured fleeting moment is truly worthy of remembrance. And I have no doubt that you will cherish it as well, S/O."
You smile and hum, satisfied, and at her satisfaction. Her grip remains until you move out of it at your pace.
"We should do that again somewhen, but I would suggest in a cozier environment. Then, I could bring some perfumed candles, to further... improve the ambient."
"Agreed."
"Well then, I'll see you there."
And with a satisfied grin, she disappeared the same way she appeared.
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Now writing for Honkai Star Rail
Hello people,
After giving it some thoughts, I finally decided to officially write for Honkai Star Rail too 👀
The following characters will inaugurate this new universe for my blog:
Ruan Mei
Black Swan
Robin
At the same time, I also updated the list of Genshin Impact characters I can write for, adding these 3 ones:
Beidou
Lisa
Arataki Itto
As always, please check the rules/main post first before you submit a request you may have 🙂
Last but not least, have a nice day/night, and please take care 😊