[Momo is more used to being the one yelling down the phone, so he holds it about a foot away for a few seconds when Wuxian opens with that. And then brings it back again when he's sure he's not about to get yelled at some more.]
Are you okay? If you want Momo-chan's disguise skills at your disposal, you'll have to tell me what it is you're trying to cover up.
[He's going to assume a monster feature of some kind, but he's seen very few of those so far that could be plausibly covered with makeup.]
[There's a cough-like sound down the link as Momo struggles immensely not to laugh at that mental image. He wasn't sure what the other man was turning into before this, but though he's seen more transformed pucas already, the ears and tail alone put him in mind of some of the more out-there stage costumes he's had to wear.]
I would've thought the ears would be harder, actually. You'd probably have to wear your hair out to hide them convincingly, right? Rabbit tails are really short and nubby, so just wear a shirt long enough to cover your butt. Or pants with a high waist, those are super popular here.
[He'll have to hope it's a bright side, because on the other end of the line, Momo's smiling like a tiny demon.]
Is that supposed to be a bad thing? [That is an extremely Knowing tone he's using.] Are you sure you don't want Momo-chan to show you how to best draw attention to them? Wooing your partner properly is important, you know.
[oh no, he sounds entirely too interested. even if things are going well between them...really well. wei wuxian was still oblivious for a long time. maybe lan wangji is due a little wooing.]
I guess I should listen to the master for once in my life.
Well, Yuki's way better at stealing my heart than I am at his, but that means I have a lot of information to offer on his techniques! [Also they're meant for the stage rather than actual romance, but you know, same thing. Probably.]
But looking good and being bold are always good starts. Nothing gets my heart fluttering faster than getting swept off my feet by Yuki at his most charming!
[Literal sweeping off his feet aside, because Yuki can't actually lift Momo.]
[he might not have the rabbit ears yet, but he's all ears now. wei wuxian always thought himself a pretty good flirt. he knew how to smile and say the right words to girls that made them laugh and blush. but then he met lan wangji, and he could barely even get him to look his way during those early days.
and ironically, his had been the attention that wei wuxian wanted most.]
I'm good-looking and charming! [and wow, so modest too.] What did Yuki say or do to make your heart flutter? Do you remember?
[his face feels warm, but he's blaming the alcohol for that.]
By being amazing and breathtaking and beautiful? [Momo says that in a very fawning voice, and also as if it should be totally and completely obvious despite the fact that nobody here other than him has met Yuki.]
He gets close to me but is a little bit coy, just enough so that he's teasing me...and he says really sweet things like calling me an angel or saying just being with me makes him happy...he's more of an elegant type, though, and you seem like more of a cute type, so maybe I should be giving you different advice.
[Can't mix types, otherwise one risks not being taken seriously with their efforts.]
[he should be taking notes, except that really would make this too much like lessons. he's just going to hve to count on himself to remember this time. think, wei wuxian, think.]
Ah - yeah. If I get too sweet, Lan Zhan's definitely going to get suspicious. I think I can tease and be coy though. I'm probably good at that.
[sure, his teasing used to get him ignored. but maybe his luck will be better this time!]
Probably? [Momo sounds a little doubtful, because if he's only saying "probably" it sounds like he doesn't know the extent of his own skills. Still, he can maybe work with this.]
Well, how do you usually treat him? If we want it to be realistic it's best to play off that, otherwise he might mistake your advances for something else entirely...
[Like a bad joke, as in the obligatory misunderstanding scene in every romantic comedy anime ever.]
[Ah yes, the old "heckle them into giving you attention" method. Momo's sage nod would be a lot more helpful if this wasn't just a voice call.]
So you're looking for ways to really grab his attention. At the same time, he's used to you doing unexpected things...you know, you've mentioned he's kind of wallflowery like my darling, but have you tried taking him out somewhere more his own speed? Something quiet and refined. Put that attention back onto him and see how he reacts.
So...I should take him to a library? Or drink tea with him?
[can you hear his excitement, momo? ...or complete lack thereof.
although, it -is- the last thing that lan zhan would see coming. and wei wuxian doesn't want to be a selfish lover, which is a real danger given how indulgent the witch has become.]
[Momo sure can hear it, and he does laugh quietly at it, but he takes a moment to explain his logic.]
You can combine it with something else if you'll struggle with an outing like that, but it's good to be able to pace yourself to your partner sometimes. I'm sure he's happy to see you happy, but sometimes quiet types need their quiet too, you know? Support his interests. You could also try doing some new things here that maybe you didn't have the chance to try together back home.
[He'd suggest going to a performance if the theatre industry here wasn't still dead in the water.]
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[sorry about your ears, wei wuxian's going through it today.
'it' being ridiculous amounts of alcohol. but also feelings.]
You have to help me...maybe you know how to cover them up. I'll wear make-up or anything, I don't care.
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Are you okay? If you want Momo-chan's disguise skills at your disposal, you'll have to tell me what it is you're trying to cover up.
[He's going to assume a monster feature of some kind, but he's seen very few of those so far that could be plausibly covered with makeup.]
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My rabbit ears! And my tail!
[which he doesn't have. yet.]
Maybe we can tie a ribbon around the ears and make them blend in with my hair, but what are we going to do with my backside??
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I would've thought the ears would be harder, actually. You'd probably have to wear your hair out to hide them convincingly, right? Rabbit tails are really short and nubby, so just wear a shirt long enough to cover your butt. Or pants with a high waist, those are super popular here.
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[that's sort of a relief. when he really thinks about it, the tail might be the weirdest change of all.]
I hope the ears are at least the same color as my hair. What if they're white, like the rest of my fur?? Lan Zhan will never stop touching the-
[wait, he might've found a bright side here.]
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Is that supposed to be a bad thing? [That is an extremely Knowing tone he's using.] Are you sure you don't want Momo-chan to show you how to best draw attention to them? Wooing your partner properly is important, you know.
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[oh no, he sounds entirely too interested. even if things are going well between them...really well. wei wuxian was still oblivious for a long time. maybe lan wangji is due a little wooing.]
I guess I should listen to the master for once in my life.
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But looking good and being bold are always good starts. Nothing gets my heart fluttering faster than getting swept off my feet by Yuki at his most charming!
[Literal sweeping off his feet aside, because Yuki can't actually lift Momo.]
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[he might not have the rabbit ears yet, but he's all ears now. wei wuxian always thought himself a pretty good flirt. he knew how to smile and say the right words to girls that made them laugh and blush. but then he met lan wangji, and he could barely even get him to look his way during those early days.
and ironically, his had been the attention that wei wuxian wanted most.]
I'm good-looking and charming! [and wow, so modest too.] What did Yuki say or do to make your heart flutter? Do you remember?
[his face feels warm, but he's blaming the alcohol for that.]
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He gets close to me but is a little bit coy, just enough so that he's teasing me...and he says really sweet things like calling me an angel or saying just being with me makes him happy...he's more of an elegant type, though, and you seem like more of a cute type, so maybe I should be giving you different advice.
[Can't mix types, otherwise one risks not being taken seriously with their efforts.]
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Ah - yeah. If I get too sweet, Lan Zhan's definitely going to get suspicious. I think I can tease and be coy though. I'm probably good at that.
[sure, his teasing used to get him ignored. but maybe his luck will be better this time!]
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Well, how do you usually treat him? If we want it to be realistic it's best to play off that, otherwise he might mistake your advances for something else entirely...
[Like a bad joke, as in the obligatory misunderstanding scene in every romantic comedy anime ever.]
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[it's easy to assume that he's an ice king when he's just really good at hiding what he truly feels. and he truly feels a lot.]
Normally I - annoy him? But in a very affectionate way!
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So you're looking for ways to really grab his attention. At the same time, he's used to you doing unexpected things...you know, you've mentioned he's kind of wallflowery like my darling, but have you tried taking him out somewhere more his own speed? Something quiet and refined. Put that attention back onto him and see how he reacts.
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[can you hear his excitement, momo? ...or complete lack thereof.
although, it -is- the last thing that lan zhan would see coming. and wei wuxian doesn't want to be a selfish lover, which is a real danger given how indulgent the witch has become.]
I'll do it! I'll try anything for Lan Zhan!
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You can combine it with something else if you'll struggle with an outing like that, but it's good to be able to pace yourself to your partner sometimes. I'm sure he's happy to see you happy, but sometimes quiet types need their quiet too, you know? Support his interests. You could also try doing some new things here that maybe you didn't have the chance to try together back home.
[He'd suggest going to a performance if the theatre industry here wasn't still dead in the water.]