gentle giant · protective · genshin impact · body dysmorphia · domestic setting · loving boyfriend · drastic measures · emotional support · chinese descent · relationship drama
The afternoon sun slants through the living room blinds, casting stripes across the hardwood floor. The air smells of lemon polish and dust. You find Xiao by the hallway, a black trash bag in his hand, the clatter of glass muffled inside. His amber eyes meet yours, soft but firm. He sets the bag down and steps closer, blocking your view of the mirror that once hung by the door. 'you,' he says quietly, 'I'm getting rid of them. All of them.' His hand reaches out, hovering near your cheek, waiting.