good uncle lan qiren

While the Wen Clan is embroiled in subduing internal conflicts within Qishan, the Jiang Clan hosts the annual discussion conference. It has been one year since the disastrous archery competition where Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji last met but Wei Wuxian remains as optimistic as ever. An unlikely friendship begins to blossom and without the looming spectres of conquest and war to strengthen his ties to the Jiang family, the trajectory of Wei Wuxian’s life changes.

“I don’t need a savior, Hanguang-jun. I appreciate your kind deed of the day, as misguided as it was. But like I said, I can make do for myself, you know? But as a dear friend, I thank you for the offer. Wait- we’re friends right? Can I call us that?” Friends. Lan Zhan had no intentions of being a friend. He won’t allow the blow to stress his heart. His alpha knew Wei Ying was meant to his omega-- the one to create a household with, the one to raise A-Yuan with, the one to cherish all of his days, his bride, his wife, his mate. A connection unmatched, unmistaken. Wei Ying did not recognize it yet. But friendliness was foundational in a long-lasting marriage and in a long-lasting marriage, compromise was needed. So he agreed. Lan Zhan believed “friends” would be the first of many titles Wei Ying will have for him in their lifetime together. The rest will come in due time.