"This is..."
The sudden voice froze everyone in the room, their heads turning toward its source like puppets.
Behind the screen, Luo Qing leaned casually against the doorfra, a soft smile on his face.
"Luo Qing...?!"
The won could hardly believe their eyes.
After disappearing for half a year with no word, Luo Qing now stood before them, unhard and exuding a new, more potent aura.
"Long ti no see, every—"
Luo Qing began, intending to greet his wives after so many years apart. But before he could finish, the group surged forward, surrounding him completely.
"Alright, alright..."
Luo Qing laughed awkwardly, unable to move under the collective embrace.
He was enveloped in a 360-degree hug, with no room to even lift his arms.
"You're acting like I died or sothing..."
But his teasing words didn't seem to reach them. The won held him tightly, their emotions spilling over. Through the gaps in his bangs, Luo Qing caught the glimr of tears in their eyes.
He felt a pang of warmth in his chest and gently ran his hands over each of their heads, murmuring softly,
"It's okay now. I'm back."
They stayed like that for a long ti, so long that the dishes on the table went cold.
Finally, the won let go, stepping back and gathering in front of Luo Qing. Each had countless things they wanted to say, but as they exchanged glances, no one spoke.
At last, Makoto, ever the dignified matron, broke the silence.
"Luo Qing... where have you been all this ti?"
"I was taken by that 'Heavenly Principles' to a strange space. It took so ti to find my way back..."
Luo Qing brushed off the centuries he had endured in just a few words. His gaze swept across the group, pausing on Bu'er, who stood to the side holding Nahida's hand.
Their eyes t briefly, and Bu'er seed to understand sothing. Tears welled up, but she held them back.
"Welco ho, Luo Qing..."
Her voice was soft, tinged with a faint sob.
"Mm."
Luo Qing nodded slightly, fighting to keep his composure.
To his wives, he had always been a calm and confident presence. Now was not the ti to show vulnerability.
"Alright then!"
Luo Qing suddenly donned his usual cheeky grin and raised his voice.
"Why are you all still crowding around ? If we don't finish this reunion dinner soon, we won't have ti to enjoy the Lantern Rite at Liyue Harbor!"
"True enough..."
Makoto wiped the corner of her eyes, smiling gently.
"The food's gotten cold. You all chat for a bit while I reheat everything."
With that, she led Rosalyne and Bu'er to the kitchen, carrying the dishes away to warm them up.
Before long, all eleven of them gathered around the table.
It was a unique reunion dinner, with Ganyu, Shenhe, Ayaka, Theresa, Makoto, Ei, Bu'er, Furina, Nahida, Rosalyne, and Luo Qing himself.
Each woman had endless things she wanted to say to him. His sudden reappearance felt like a dream, and they feared he might vanish again by morning.
The al stretched on, and before anyone realized it, fireworks lit up the night sky outside.
After dinner, excitent still buzzed in the air. They eagerly awaited the nightti stroll through Liyue Harbor that Luo Qing had promised.
Of course, Luo Qing didn't refuse.
Hand in hand, the group road the bustling harbor streets. Ten stunningly beautiful won, each with their own unique charm, walked together with Luo Qing.
The sight drew countless onlookers, their gazes filled with awe and envy.
In the past, the won might have felt shy about going out as a group, embarrassed by how it seed like they were all competing for one man's attention.
But tonight was different.
Luo Qing had finally returned, and none of them cared about appearances.
Even if it ant sleeping together in one room, they wouldn't mind in the slightest.
Late at night, the lively celebrations eventually wound down.
Even the bustling Liyue Harbor had its monts of quiet rest.
After months of pent-up emotion, the won finally let loose, and the joy of being reunited with Luo Qing filled the night.
Returning ho, however, no one showed any intention of going to bed.
In the traditional Liyue-style living room, the group gathered around Luo Qing, each sharing stories of their lives over the past half year.
As the clock approached midnight, Luo Qing noticed that no one seed willing to leave.
"Uh... everyone," he said tentatively, "it's getting late. Shouldn't we call it a night?"
"You're right..."
Ganyu nodded, glancing at her sisters with a gentle smile.
"It's ti to rest, isn't it?"
"Indeed," Shenhe agreed. "So, shall we all head to bed?"
"Mm..."
Ayaka lowered her head, her cheeks tinged pink as her gaze flickered between her sisters and Luo Qing. It was clear her thoughts were elsewhere.
Breaking the silence, Theresa raised her hand and exclaid loudly, "Makoto! Tonight, can I sleep with Luo Qing?!"
"You..."
Makoto sighed and shook her head, though a faint smile played on her lips.
The phrase "absence makes the heart grow fonder" had never rung truer. Luo Qing had escaped the clutches of the Heavenly Principles, and now every one of them wished to spend the night by his side.
Still, only Theresa dared to voice her desire outright.
As Luo Qing looked around at his wives—each blushing but silent—he finally realized they were deciding who would sleep with him tonight.
Before he could say anything, Makoto spoke up.
"How about this..."
She paused, glancing at Luo Qing's bewildered expression before continuing.
"Why don't we all rest in that room tonight?"
"Eh?!"
The room fell into stunned silence.
The room Makoto referred to had been built when they believed Luo Qing would never return. It was designed to fulfill one of his earlier wishes—a massive bed that could accommodate all thirteen of them.
They had never expected it would actually be used.
And yet, here they were.
"That room...?"
Luo Qing looked at Makoto, utterly confused.
"Which room are you talking about?"
Makoto smiled softly at him, her voice warm.
"What do you think?"
"..."
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T/N: WAHTAHHAT
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