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Boredom. No matter the strength in the man, no matter the willpower of their soul, it gets to anyone with a conscience. Excitement pumping through the veins of man in desperate need of attention. Why sit back and watch others enjoy their time, when all you have to do is take it for yourself?
“Lord Hades, so nice to finally meet you.” A gentle voice cooed in front of a set of doors to a massive temple. It was a grand palace that stood above the clouds with a deep red color plastered on the walls, a roof that hung over the side with decorative gold medallions on the end to show its wealth. Glittering in the night sky as if its beauty were competing with the stars above. Not a cloud in sight on this night, just a humble king looking for something more interesting.
Hades was that king, who in the most recent days, grew bored with his throne room, wanting a change of scenery. Boredom getting to him until one of his underlings insisted he travel the human world for a moment. Saying that he himself had gone down for a mission and saw plenty of interesting things. Hades was not one to deny a branch of freedom, so he did as the underlings suggested. Hopping down to the world to take part in a little fun.
“I do hope your journey was fair and not too difficult. We do not get many of your kind in this area.” The golden voice swayed. That same voice coming from a beast in human form. Delicate looking, purely white as the moon above, with robes that stretched down a couple of steps of the temple. Long white hair flowing past their shoulders, a sharp horn in the middle of their forehead to split the fibers in two. The only colorful thing being the beast’s gentle lips, that of a pale pink. Their eyes a striking blue that matched that of the night sky above. Beauty without a second thought.
“Thank you, Master Qilin, I presume?” Hades praised, bowing in respect back. His normal attire folding behind him in the breeze. His more regal cape dramatically different from the rare beast’s image that stood in front of him.
“Yes, we welcome you to the palace and do hope you enjoy your stay. Though I must ask, what brought a god like yourself to China in the first place?” Qilin questioned with a slight head tilt. Hades took a moment to think, not really wanting to show his true colors just yet.
“I simply wanted to bask in the beauty of the land. I have not been here in a while, and it has changed so much with the humans. I just wished to enjoy its natural beauty before anything happened.” Hades explained. Giving off a friendly smile to seal his little lie, truly there for the more selfish desire of wanting to get out of his own palace.
“I see, then enjoy it as much as you can. My servant here will take you to your room.” Qilin assured, gesturing over to the little beast man that waddled his way up from behind.
“Hello, sire. My name is Bai Ze, but please do address me as you wish.” The creature said with a bow. He was a short man, beast-like fur sprouting from all over his robes, attempting to keep them tamed. He had two horns sticking out of the sides of his forehead, tall and sharp to the touch. Skin whiter than the moon above, but eyes that glowed a dark tan tint. A short yet well-tamed beard grew from his chin, showing more as he lifted his head to see the king from another realm.
“Please follow me.” Bai Ze said, raising his arm to the air as if he were the start of a line. Hades nodded to Qilin, walking past the master of the temple in order to follow the smaller being.
Qilin did the same but stood still, pondering on why his guest would lie so easily. Qilin being one of the few beasts that could tell a simple lie from the bold truth. But they brushed it off, agreeing that the feeling of boredom takes them all.
Walking down the halls of the massive palace, the two finally arrived at the room where Hades would be resting for the next couple of days. Opening up two sliding doors to show a room fit for the king. Big and spacious with a bed on the far end of the room. The wood on the floor in a zigzag pattern to match the intricate design work on the window that led to the outside. Walking further in Hades looked to his left to see different statues and figures of prior gods, plants to keep the space lively, and a dining set of table and chairs. On his right was a sitting area to lounge and speak to others if there was a need for entertainment. Looking straight was an indent in the room perfect to fit a bed, soft and plush to the look. Hades was overjoyed by the cozy room that he would be staying in.
“I do hope it lives up to your expectations, sire. This is the best room we have for our guests.” Bai Ze said, cupping his hands together in anticipation of the answer.
“Quite, this is a beautiful room. Please give my thanks to the master of the house.” Hades suggested, peering around the room more. Walking past the windows to see the perfect view of the mountain pass.
“Wonderful, oh, and please do partake in anything you would like in your stay. The bell on the table there will bring a servant to your quarter at any time.” Bai Ze said, gesturing to the table in the middle. Along with a decorative bell was a stack of clothing. Robes similar to the ones that Bai Ze was wearing, but made from much better material. Shiny and smooth to the touch, Hades picked them up in interest.
“What are these?” Hades questioned.
“That is a Hanfu, sire. Normally, you would wear it for festivals or celebrations; however, we thought it would be perfect for your stay. Please do wear what you would like, though; we do not force anything upon you.” Bai Ze frantically clarified, hoping he did not step on any buttons during his explanation.
“How thoughtful. Can someone please help me with this then? I wish to get as comfortable as possible as soon as possible.” Hades affirmed with a prideful huff. Bai Ze was taken aback. He was told to watch out for the god’s wrath. Hades being feared more than he was loved, yet this man was far more charming than the stories he was told.
“Of course, sire! One moment.” Bai Ze happily said with a dance, rushing out the room to get more aid for this mission of hospitality. Hades laughed at the servant's need to impress, taking a second to look around the room once more before settling into one of the ground chairs in the far right of the room. Crossing his legs to keep his posture straight.
“I do hope I can have some fun here. Though I do fear it will become like home if I am not too careful.” Hades sighed, waiting for the servant to come back.
Finally getting the hanfu on, Hades was ready to relax in his new setting. However, his fears became reality as he walked the palace halls. Servants getting scared as he walked past with a simple wave, other gods wanting to talk about nothing but the politics of their countries, empty hallways of silent retreat of the other guests haunting him as he made his way back to his room.
“So much for fun.” Hades sighed, falling onto the bed with his arms lying out.
“I understand I am a foreign guest, but am I really that scary to others?” Hades wondered. He and his brothers were known around the entire world, Zeus especially. The tales of their good and bad deeds being told as stories to misbehaving children. Yet this was pushing it a bit.
But just as the god was about to give in to the depression, a faint drumming noise came from the windows. Hades’s eyes widened as the thunderous sound struck him to the core. His body slowly shot up from its position to a stand. Looking out the window, he saw a village down the mountain lit up as if it were on fire. Though there were no screams of panic, rather a distant chanting of laughter.
“What do we have here?” Hades asked himself, looking further into the valley.
“Master Hades! I do hope you are having a good time!” Bai Ze shouted as he entered the room, startling the god for a moment. The beast walking into the room with a tray of different foods and treats at the temple master’s request.
“The master wanted me to deliver this to you. A platter of our most delectable treats of the season.” Bai Ze announced as he placed the plate down on the table. Buns and pastries all decorated with beast of the nation. Soft with a puffy touch, surely to sweeten anyone's salty mood.
“Uh, yes, quite.” Hades sighed, looking at the array of sweets. But his attention turned quickly as he heard another loud banging from the village below. Bai Ze saw that his guest’s mind was elsewhere.
“Terribly sorry about that, sire. Are the humans bothering you?” Bai Ze questioned with a wave of his arms.
“Not at all, I was just wondering what was going on. The sound surprisingly carries well up the mountain.” Hades explained his interest to the beast.
“Ah, yes, as so the gods can hear you see. If I am correct, it is a festival.” Bai Ze clarified, putting his hands in his robe with a bashful smile. Hades was confused about why the humans would be having such a fest in this time of year.
“I believe it is a harvest festival. The humans have a big festival for the gods every so often to praise them for the work they do on the crops. Food and dances with plenty of drinking in between. Though most go to the gods themselves. When in truth, the gods just make it rain here and there, and nature does the rest. Silly lot are they not.” Bai Ze explicated in further detail.
Hades grew a fondness for this fact. Remembering the festivals that he and his brothers would attend with the humans back home. Having a wonderful time when they did, yet usually leading to someone getting beheaded.
“Do the gods go down to partake in the festival?” Hades questioned, leaning more on the window.
“No, no, no, sire. These festivals are beneath the gods. We have servants who go and get the offerings to bring them here.” Bai Ze explained, going back to his more frantic nature. Hades was saddened to hear this, hoping he could go down and enjoy it. However, this soon faded as he realized he could honestly do whatever he liked. And with no other gods at the festival, he would not be sought out or reprimanded for his childish deed.
“I see, well then, everything should be ok.” Hades smiled as he suddenly jumped on the window frame.
“Sire! What are you doing! You mustn’t do that!” Bai Ze panicked, flapping his arms in the air.
“Nonsense, I will only be out for a moment. You will not tell on me, yes?” Hades growled softly with a wink. Putting his finger to his lips, demanding rather than simply asking.
“I…but you…wait…” Bai Ze attempted to say, but was cut off as the king did as he pleased. Jumping out into the forest below with a soft landing, the ground barely moved from the long fall he had just made. Quickly moving through the dark forest, leaves from branches trying to slow him down with little luck.
“Ah! What now! Why would he go down there? There is nothing for him.” Bai Ze pled to the gods as he looked out the window, watching his guest rush through the forest below. A faint laugh came from the doorway to the servant's surprise.
“So, he really did go. Interesting, that god.” Qilin chuckled under their breath.
“Master Qilin, he just…I am sorry, he just…” Bai Ze tried to explain but could not get the words out.
“It is fine, Bai Ze. Let the man be. It seems he did not come just for my company, but rather one he could enjoy more of. Trust me, he will be fine. Allow him to relax in the nature that was made for this land.” Qilin assured his servant with a gentle head pat. Bai Ze was confused by the master’s suggestion, but softened his shoulders to relax his worried bones.
“As you wish, master.” Bai Ze sighed, taking one last look out the window. Hoping that the god would not stir up too much trouble down below.
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The sounds of the festival vibrated the ground with each bang of the drums, laughter filling the night sky as fire reached to the heavens above, lighting the way for a new day. Hades had finally made his way down the mountain to the giant party. Taking a moment to stalk around the area, before going headfirst into the human’s territory.
Villages prancing around to the music as children ran around with toys, chasing one another. Men laughing around drinks as women courted them to their rooms for something deeper. All signs of an absolute good time to be had.
Peering around a tree, Hades noticed an alleyway between two buildings. Steadily making his way toward the alley, he tried his best not to stand out. Not really wanting to get called out for his differences too soon. Settling down, leaning on one of the buildings, he got a better look at the festival itself. Barely a person minding him as they were too busy in their own games. Looking around, he saw much more fun being had, elders making lanterns for the children to hang above in the trees that populated the area inside the town. Food stalls with people demanding that others partake in the greatness. All bringing a smile to the god’s face.
“Now, now, where to start that will not get me too seen,” Hades asked himself as he continued to look around.
“Start, a better question is where you will end?” An elder said from behind the god. Hades quickly turned around to see that he had been caught. An elderly woman standing behind him with a low bow. Her hand behind her back to relax her shoulders. A decorative hanfu wrapped gracefully around her body.
“Damn. I was found.” Hades cursed to himself.
“I did not mean to startle you, young man. I just have never seen you before. Are you a traveler?” The woman asked with a shaky head tilt.
“You could say that, yes.” Hades accepted, figuring that would be the best cover-up in this situation.
“Then why are you over here alone. Go, go, the festival awaits you.” The woman demanded, swishing the man away from the alleyway. Hades hesitated to do so, still not sure if his presence would scare away the locals as it did at the palace.
“I am still not sure. My appearance might startle the others, would it not? I would rather not invoke any disrespect from the locals.” Hades regretted to say. Truly wanting to partake in the festival, but worried that he would cause an unwanted commotion. Whether it be good or bad.
“Heaven no, we welcome travelers from everywhere. You are not the only one here.” The woman insisted, pointing to a large group surrounding a band.
“Go over there and see for yourself. All it takes is a step.” The woman finished, as she took that same step out of the alleyway and into the fest.
Hades was still hesitant, but wanted more to happen in this vacation he was supposed to be taking. With a heavy yet regal sigh, he took the step out of the alleyway and into the streets. The chattering among the locals stepping over his status as a king, let alone a god. The children running past him as if he were just another person on a stroll. A warm feeling of belonging brushing past his skin as he wandered over to the group. Much more peaceful than the quietness of the temple.
“I worry too much; this is for sure. I came down here to have fun. I need not worry about something as trivial as standing out. Besides, there are far…more…” Hades told himself until cutting himself off. His eyes peering up to see a gorgeous sight.
On the other side of the large group was a smaller group of dancers, all dressed in long gowns of red and gold. Their sleeves swaying in the breeze, delicately dancing around the area with grace and precision. But one stood out from all the rest; in the very center was a toned man of pure fluidity. His feet hitting the ground per the beat of the drums that struck hard. One by one, his footing sped up with a dazzling display of passion. He wore a robe around his arms that flew into the air as his body twisted and bent to match the beat. His hand fluttering in above him, then suddenly coming down with purpose, just to go back up again. His skin-tight shirt showed off more for the crowd as it matched the beautiful smile that crossed his face alongside the spine-like markings down his left cheek. Though his eyes were covered by a scarf, Hades could feel the enjoyment of the man through his moves. Enchanting to the god, his own heart started to pump with the beat. Cheers being heard from the crowd due to his performance.
“What grace.” Hades thought to himself, his own smile forming on his face. The dance then stopped for a moment; his head pointed to the sky above. Witnessing the stars dazzling as brightly as he had been. Soon, peering back down to the god's level. Hades watched this unfold, the dancer covered eyes seemingly burning into the god himself.
For some reason, the god felt a rush of blush enter him as the dancer looked at him with bated breath. The dance tilted his head more, but popped back up with a grander smile. Going back to the rhythmic dancing that the crowd demanded. Hades also snapped out of his trance as the dancer did this. Hades then covered his mouth, somewhat ashamed of his expression. Hiding the blush that started to form.
“My, my, I have not been courted like that in a while. Funny dancer that one.” Hades joked to himself. Taking a moment to take in more of his surroundings. The laughter, the chatter, the beauty of all the dancers and people that cheered along with them. A true party indeed, one that needed to be enjoyed. Hades took this in full, turning around to walk among the common people. As one of them, rather than one being above them.
The time passed slower then he had thought, but he enjoyed every second of it. He had gotten called out once or twice for his looks, but with more interest than hate. Yet they would fade away just like the others soon after. The god thoroughly enjoyed it, though, passing by stalls that insisted he take a bite even with no money to his name. Finding out that the locals did not take no for an answer, tasting the sweetest mooncakes that the village had to offer. Even with all the affection thrown his way, he still kept his distance the majority of the time. Seeking away for a bit to catch his breath under a tree at the far end of the festival with little to no people around. Leaning on it for support, Hades tilted his head back to relax it for a moment. Slowing down his breathing from the excitement to one of clarity.
“Such fun and wondrous smells. Zeus would love it here. However, Poseidon would be very wary, what with all the children.” Hades joked to himself, looking back down. The festival was still lively into the night, but some did fade away. Namely, the tired eyes that started to form on the children, to their dismay. A sweet bliss to the god, memories of the old days reminding him of his place.
“Hao! You could say that again, my friend.” A blast of energy popped out from the tree above Hades. Scaring the god for a moment as he looked up to see that same dancer from before hanging upside down. His knees firmly locked in place so as not to slip off, his arms crossed with a puff of his chest to keep balance. Hades quickly leaned away, wondering why he was getting so startled on this little trip of his.
“I apologize; did I scare you? I can be startling, can I not?” the man said, still hanging like it was a normal thing to do. Hades caught himself with a shake of his head and a raised eyebrow at the peculiar human.
“Somewhat, but I suppose it is an interesting sight to see,” Hades said, calming himself down.
“Thank you! My name is Qin Shi Huang, a pleasure to meet you,” the man said, flipping himself back over. Hitting the ground hard with a mighty bend to his knees. Hopping back up like a spring to the gods' entertainment.
“Interesting indeed.” Hades remarked with a smirk.
“Though I must ask, why are you over here alone? I saw you talking with the locals not a moment ago, yet you still insist on standing behind the crowd. Why?” Qin Shi questioned with a playful huff. Hades laughed along with the hyper man in front of him, leaning back onto the tree for more support.
“I sit alone for a simple reason, one to relax for but a moment. It has been some time since I have been to a festival as lively as this one.” Hades said with a sigh.
“I see, I see. But the night is still young, my friend. Do you not wish to spend every moment in the moment? There are still plenty of games and food to eat.” Qin Shi asked, starting to dance around once more. Hades chuckled at the man and his antics.
“Winding down does not seem to be in your vocabulary, does it?” Hades joked. Qin Shi tilted his head at the odd speech the god spoke. Being interested in how the man spoke such peculiar words.
“Excuse my speech, but I am not sure what you mean. But what I do know is that sitting around is boring.” Qin Shi acknowledged, jumping over to Hades, grabbing his hands in the process. Hades eyes widening as the man leaned in closer to him.
“Boredom is no fun.” Qin Shi smiles, Hades cold soul warming up to blush his face on the corners of his cheeks.
“I suppose so,” Hades replied with a smile of his own. The same warmth flowing through the hyper man. Qin Shi then immediately popping back up with excitement for his new friend.
“Wonderful! Then if it is relaxing you wish, then relaxing we will do!” Qin Shi announced, twisting his body while still holding on to Hades’s hand. Pointing towards the festival to pull the man back into the fun.
“We?” Hades questioned, forcefully being pulled back into the party.
“Yes! As it stands here and now, you are a part of this village just as much as I. Therefore, we relax as they do,” Qin Shi insisted, looking back. Hades confused by the statement but went along with the man's selfish desires.
The two joined the fun once more, with dancing to be had and wonder left to be shared. Hades had gained a good following after walking around with Qin Shi. People looking at him with wonder and interest. Hades starts to tell tales of his homeland and the battles that overtook it. Some listening with curiosity, while others listened with hesitation. Qin Shi being one who carefully entertained the ideas in the first place. However there long night started to end as the crowds thinned. Parents with children already asleep in their arms, elders calming down the flames of the lanterns around, locals leaving more offerings for the gods above to grant them protection. A perfect end to a wonderfully playful night.
Though the two were not done with each other's company. Stalking away to a nearby inn that had been recommended to them by one of the locals. Sharing an alcoholic drink that the caretaker of the inn gave them as a celebration night cape. A peaceful time for the two to continue laughing about their recent shenanigans. The two settling on the deck that sat right outside the room they were in. A pretty garden with a koi pond nearby for the aesthetics.
“Amazing! Those stories will allow those children to sleep more then comfortable tonight. You are so good at that.” Qin Shi praised, throwing his feet into the air while leaning on the deck. Hades to the left of him, sitting crisscross while holding a dish full of the drinks they shared.
“I am quite surprised they listened. Most of the time, they would leave before the bad parts. Then again, the adults were not too fond of the demonstrations the children would perform after.” Hades chuckled, taking a sip of the drink. A nice, refreshing, fruity flavor quickly racing past his taste buds.
“But, it was nice. That was just the fun I needed from my home. A nice change of pace, you would say.” Hades interjected, placing his drink down on his knees. Dropping his other elbow to do the same, but instead placing his chin down with a smile. Qin Shi waited for the man to finish before giving another smile. Lifting his head back up to the sky to witness its glory under the moonlight.
“Ah, yes, it is tough being a royal, is it not?” Qin Shi questioned to Hades’s shock. The god’s eyebrow flying upward as he turns his attention to his drink partner. Qin Shi dropping his head back down to look at the man in tandem. Hades was confused; he had not mentioned anything about his status, let alone where he came from. Saying the stories he told were merely stories from his “journeys.” Yet Qin Shi called him out on his bluff, with a gentle smile, no doubt.
“Hmm? I do not remember saying anything about that?” Hades challenged, seeing if the man was the one who was bluffing.
“You need not to. I can see it.” Qin Shi explained. Grabbing the deck to jump up in a flash, twirling around to point at the god.
“You are a king! Same as I!” Qin Shi barked out with pride. Hades amazed by the audacity of the man in front of him.
“A king?” Hades questioned, putting his head back down on his hand.
“Hao! However, here, at this moment, you and I are commoners. So I suppose we fight for the throne another day.” Qin Shi laughed, putting his hands on his hips to relax. Hades laughed once more, taking another drink from the dish, starting to get more amused by the hyper antics.
“How did you come up with that, exactly?” Hades questioned, desperately wanting to hear the answer. Qin Shi then tilted his head for a moment, his robe slipping down his shoulders as he pondered the perfect answer.
“By the way you walk.” Qin Shi insisted, suddenly hopping onto one foot with a delicate prance. Hades was not thoroughly invested by this answer.
“Oh?” Hades replied.
“Yes, the way you walk. Though your speech is also a giveaway. However, you walk with a grace that only a few can hold.” Qin Shi said, pointing his finger to the air to show his seriousness. Hades listening as intensely as he could, his sitting position shifting with his legs hanging off the edge of the deck now.
“You walk the way of a king. Strong. Proud. Not afraid to walk the uncharted road. A king is what you are. A king is what I am. For that is true. Whatever way we walk, that becomes the right path.” Qin Shi finished, shooting his hand to the sky as if he was talking to the heavens above in a suit of challenge.
“For that is the way of a true king!” Qin Shi laughed, dropping his hand back down to point it towards the god. Hades felt a rush of wind passing by him as if nature itself agreed with the king who stood so proud. Standing as if he had not just provoked the gods above. Hades held himself for a moment, the words stabbing his heart with purpose only he could truly know. Pride. Righteousness. Purpose. A king at its finest. The man who stood before him fit that definition to a tee. Yet he still crawled around with the common folk, such a childish play.
Hades then began to laugh at the man who danced in front of him. Putting his hand on his head to keep it from moving too much. Qin Shi confused by the sudden shift in emotions.
“You are an interesting thing. Standing there as if you challenge the gods. But you are right.” Hades joked as he leaned back down with a gentle smile. Qin Shi watched as Hades moved his hand from his face to show off a proud grin.
“You and I walk the same path; yet you step as delicately as the commoners. So interesting.” Hades praised, now staring directly into the king in front of him. Qin Shi felt this stare burrow deep into him, a faint blush hovering over him. But he brushed it off, going back to his more jolly self.
“You give me much praise. I do enjoy it. It can get boring staying locked up in a castle all day. Everyone deserves a little time to stretch their legs.” Qin Shi noted, starting to dance around as he did before. His long sleeves flying into the air, with his legs twisting around each other.
“Indeed. I, the same, it seems. However, you move in more provocative ways, I would say.” Hades mentioned, crossing his arms to laugh it off as a joke. Qin Shi was not sure what to make of these words. His movements were delicate and graceful, but he had not thought of them as of a sexual nature before.
“You find them provocative. Tell me, do they not dance like this where you are from?” Qin Shi questioned, stopping in his tracks as he looked back at the man. Hades hesitated for a moment, the word slipping past him not being the words that he meant to say out loud.
“That may not have been the word I meant. The dancers where I am from only truly dance for the gods. However, with moves like yours, there are some others that dance for… other reasons.” Hades explained, trying to lean away from his embarrassment.
“I see, how exactly?” Qin Shi asked, twisting his body toward the god. Hades noticed that the man grew closer to him, each step slower than the last.
Hades grew hesitant again, but this time it had more waver for the man who now walked closer. Qin Shi's smile growing larger the closer he got, as if he was approaching a wild beast needing to be tamed. Hades eyes locked on with desires for the being that danced in such a night way. The faint tapping on the dirt ground sending a slight chill down the god's spine. Somewhat biting his lip, Hades tried to hold himself back. A lingering desire to devour starting to overcome him.
“Well, some dance for their partners. Or for those they wish to spend their night with.” Hades said as he waved his hand in the air, beckoning the man to come closer. Qin Shi doing so, slow and steadily getting closer and closer to the man who looked at him in such an interesting way.
“Their partners? Do they wish to be with the same or different?” Qin Shi said, lowering his shoulders to allow his robes to fall further down his arms. The moonlight was starting to outline his body. Hades smiled at his sudden catch, tilting his head in approval.
“That does not matter to some.” Hades cooed.
“Hmm? Interesting. And you? Do you find it entertaining?” Qin Shi finally stopped, standing right in front of the god with a curious look.
“I do. If I am being honest, you have especially shed some light on that. Very elegant.” Hades praised, his eyes traveling up the man's toned figure.
“I see. Then answer me this, my friend.” Qin Shi started. He then lifted his foot to the air, planting it firmly on the deck right next to Hades’s leg. Hades watching as the temptress tried to lure the god further. Qin Shi, posing like the seductive man he was, had a hand on his hip with his head tilted to the side. The moonlight outlined him in a glorious display of beauty.
“Would you like to dance with me?” Qin Shi asked, leaning closer to the god.
“Dancing is not the first thing that comes to mind when you reach out to me like that.” Hades said with a click. Suddenly slapping the underpart of Qin Shi’s knee, the king collapsed to the deck. As the king fell, Hades grabbed onto the thinner man’s hips to violently pull him into his lap. Both of Qin Shi’s knees now firmly on the deck as he sat in the god’s lap. Hades smiled at his accomplishment to Qin Shi’s surprise. The god looked up to the king as he spoke in his velvet voice.
“However, I can think of some other things we can do,” Hades growled softly, his chest vibrating with purpose. Qin Shi was amazed that the man was so forward. The whole night, he had been distant, but now he was ready to feast.
Qin Shi laughed to the heavens just to come back down. Slowly wrapping his arms around Hades with a jolly grin.
“I fear I have been caught. If we are both being honest. Dancing was not the only thing I had in mind.” Qin Shi said, steadily pulling one of his hands to Hades’s cheek. Gently caressing the god’s cheek to pull him in closer. Hades giving Qin Shi his full attention.
“Ever since I first saw you in the crowd, I am not sure what it was, but I wanted to talk to you. You command a lot of power, you know.” Qin Shi praised with a smile, leaning in closer.
“I can say the same for you. The way you moved, enchanting to my eyes.” Hades admitted, steadily wrapping his left arm around the leaner man. His right gently grabbing onto Qin Shi’s thigh for more support.
“Enchanting. I like that word. Praise me more, strange king.” Qin Shi finished, finally reaching the god’s lips with his own. Hades took it in full as they both closed their eyes to enjoy the peaceful taste of each other. Qin Shi leaned more into it as Hades pushed forward with purpose. His grip held on tighter as the human twisted his head in tandem, deepening the already passionate kiss. Slowly letting themselves savor the moment in their own special way. Qin Shi letting his hands journey into Hades’s robes to feel his fine skin. Hades doing the same but traveling down more treacherous routes. The god’s arm pulling the man in tighter.
Soon after the two lost the connection, letting the other breathe for a moment. The sweet kiss filled the two with a sense of dangerous desire for one another. The two locking eyes as they had done with their lips, a passionate embrace of power colliding into one another.
“You are beautiful.” Hades praised to Qin Shi’s delight.
“Again.” Qin Shi demanded, going in for another kiss to Hades’s enjoyment. The two, practically melting into each other's arms, as the human wrapped his arms back around the god’s neck.
Hades then broke the kiss yet again, but this time with a different mission. Lowering his head to kiss Qin Shi's neck. The human moaning in response to the gentle pecks creeping down his throat. Qin Shi raising his head up to allow the man to devour him further. Hades’s hands started to move quicker, slipping past all the robes and belts. Attempting to get past the intricate detailing of the man’s body. Qin Shi’s sleeves slowly fell to the ground as Hades pushed further, his own hanfu falling past his shoulders.
“These clothes you wear fit you nicely. I would hate to rip them off of you.” Hades joked, licking the collar of Qin Shi’s thigh-fitted shirt. The human twitched at the thought of going further, looking back down to meet the god’s stern gaze.
“Allow me to show you how they do.” Qin Shi said, leaning back to rest his body for a moment. Popping off the button in the middle of his neck, the collar unfurling around his throat. The once fitted garment now a simple piece of cloth, getting tossed to the side. The moonlight reflected off the man’s bare chest to Hades’s amazement. Thinking that his partner couldn’t get any better than he already had been, but he was mistaken.
“Breathtaking.” Hades grinned with a hovering appetite.
“You honor me so much. How about I do the same, oh great king.” Qin Shi cooed to his partner. Shifting his body weight off of Hades’s legs. Hades watched as the human got off his legs and down his body. Qin Shi’s knees hitting the ground as his hands traveled down Hades’s bare chest. The hanfu now completely off his top half, leaving him just as exposed to the elements as his partner. Hades’s twitching along as Qin Shi felt past his grilled stomach to his thighs. Something starting to show underneath the cloth, begging to come out.
“I suppose I can allow that.” Hades joked, watching Qin Shi lean his head on the god’s thigh with a devilish smile.
“It will be worth it, I assure you.” Qin Shi replied, slipping the rest of Hades’s hanfu open. Hades’s cock now standing proud in the chilled air, Qin Shi licking his lips in anticipation for his actions. Quickly licking up the god’s shaft, resting his hands on the ground for more support. His fingers digging into the ground to make sure he was doing it right. Reaching the tip, he used his tongue to play around for a moment. Hades jolting at the moist breathing heating up his dick, his own breathing starting to get antsy. Qin Shi’s pretty lips toying with him as the human kissed his dick with a gentle peck.
“Please, enlighten me then.” Hades pled with a huff of annoyance, wanting the human to continue. Qin Shi smiled at that demand, licking the tip once more until sending Hades's thick cock down his throat. Reaching halfway, Qin Shi bobbed back up just to go down completely, covering the massive piece. Hades leaned back, throwing his head in the process, a pleasure snarl crossing his face as he could feel the moist inside of the human’s mouth cover him completely. Letting his right hand out to the side for more leverage, Hades then placed his free hand on Qin Shi's head. Running his thin fingers through the human’s hair, guiding Qin Shi further down with each pass.
Qin Shi quickened his pace, tightening his throat with each go. Saliva falling down Hades’s cock to make it as smooth as possible for him. The piece finding its way deep down the human’s throat with ease.
“Damn, he is far better at this than I had hoped. Looking at him is sending me to the edge already.” Hades thought, letting his moans escape into the air. The sounds of Qin Shi's lip smacking against his hip, sending him down a road of unknown ecstasy
“Yes, right there, keep going, you are doing so well.” Hades praised. Qin Shi blushing in response, his head bobbing back and forth faster and faster with each second. The god’s hand tightened on the human’s hair, shoving the human down harder. Hades’s leg began to shake a bit as he got closer. Though he wanted to hold back, it was difficult compared to how good the human was doing. The moist tightness around his cock, the human’s breathing on his skin, the gentle breeze aiding the two in their nightcap. All telling Hades to give into his desires and have fun with it.
“Damn,” Hades cursed under his breath, leaning back to raise his hips into Qin Shi. The human getting pulled down hard to take everything that was given to him. The god then pumped hard into Qin Shi, filling his throat with his cum. The sticky liquid flowing down the human’s throat without remorse. Qin Shi then immediately raised his head from the man’s cock as soon as Hades released him. His head turning high to the sky to swallow all that was left over, not allowing a single drop go. Dropping his head back down, Qin Shi smiled as he stuck his tongue out to show there was nothing left. His breathing horse yet steady as he attempted to get all the air back into his lungs. Hades twitching at the sight at such a lewd creature.
“Worth it, no?” Qin Shi joked with a slight cough. Proud of his little sexual achievement.
“Absolutely. Such a good boy is due for his own reward, I would say,” Hades chuckled as he beckoned the man to stand. Qin Shi doing so as he dusted off his hands to get to a stand. Hades latched on to him quickly, his left arm wrapping around Qin Shi's waist with his hand landing on the other side to hold him firmly in place. His free hand grabbing onto the human’s belts to practically rip them off. Qin Shi grabbed the god’s shoulders in response of the violent shift, watching as his clothes flew off of him like magic. Now standing in the open with nothing to hide.
Hades then gently kissed Qin Shi’s abs, peering down to see that the man was well-hung himself. Standing strong at attention for the god to do something in return. Creeping his free hand up Qin Shi's thigh to reach the base of his cock. The human shivered as the graceful movement sent a chill up his spine.
“Just as I thought, you look even better with it all gone.” Hades praised, sliding his fingers up Qin Shi's shaft. The human giggled to himself until feeling a jolt of pleasure. Taking the same hand, Hades spat on his palm to lube up the rough surface. Going to pump away at the human’s cock, then gently laying his face on Qin Shi’s stomach to hold him closer.
“Your…hand…it is so rough.” Qin Shi attempted to say through a stutter. His head tilting to the side as his body shook. Hades laughing at the note but continued his own rampage on the man.
“Oh, does it not feel good?” Hades questioned, loosening his grip on the man's waist to shift his position slightly. His hand still moving up and down to Qin Shi’s pleasure.
“Too good.” Qin Shi admitted with a moan. His smile turning to a more lewd grin.
“Well then, shall I show you how good I can be?” Hades said, letting go of Qin Shi's waist. Bringing that same hand to his face to give it a good lick, covering two of his fingers in his own saliva. Then, slipping in between the man’s legs to reach a more desirable spot. Qin Shi looked to his back as he felt his partner’s finger tip glide past his cock and over to his ass. Rubbing up against Qin Shi’s asshole, Hades then gently guided one of his fingers into the smaller man’s body with little hesitation. His other hand still beating away on the human’s cock.
Qin Shi moan screamed out as he felt the pressure enter his body. His legs shaking as Hades pushed his finger in deeper, down to his second knuckle. Qin Shi gripped harder on the god’s shoulders for more support, his body bending forward from the pleasure he was feeling in that moment. Both the front and back being played with as if they were the same. Hades smiled as he watched his partner struggle, silently slipping another finger into Qin Sin's body.
“Ah! Wait…I…” Qin Shi pleaded, his ass tightening around Hades’s fingers. Growing closer and closer to his own climax.
“Wait? Your ass is pulling my fingers in further, and you ask me to wait.” Hades responded, pushing his fingers in deeper with a yelp from the human. Qin Shi’s arms finally started to give way as his muscles shook along with his nerves. An impulse shocking his body with a pleasure he had only known a few times, but fully willing to take it further.
Hades enjoyed watching the man squirm under his hand, smiling as he watched himself move Qin Shi's dick freely. His finger stretched the man's asshole wider for more to enter, if the need arose. Juices starting to roll down his arm from the constant thrashing.
“I…I wish to do more.” Qin Shi asked with a moan. Hades was somewhat confused by this request. Suddenly getting thrown for a loop as Qin Shi suddenly pushed him down onto the deck. His fingers being forcefully pulled out of the smaller man’s body as his back hit the wood flooring.
Hades looked to the sky in shock from the change of scenery, but was even more surprised when Qin Shi climbed on top of him. The human getting back down on his knees to hover above the god. Qin Shi breathing heavily and in need of stabilizing, his body more than ready for the god’s wrath to come down on him. Curling his body above Hades, Qin Shi rose his hand to his chest. His silhouette casting a glorious view for the god.
“I cannot take it anymore. Please, take me now.” Qin Shi begged with a huff. Hades blood boiled at this revelation. Thinking that he would take it slow with the human, but that was out of the question now. Leaning slightly forward to grab the human’s ass cheek with purpose, Qin Sin being forcefully pulled down to the god’s level. Hades's teeth grinding as his cock slid past the man’s ass.
“Then what are you waiting for. Take your throne like a proper king.” Hades snarled, pulling Qin Shi’s ass open more. The human jolted as he felt his partner’s cock rub against his ass, thrilled that he would finally get a taste of something truly filling.
Steadying himself up, he slowly lowered himself onto the god’s cock. Hades winced at the tightness he was going into, slowly moving down his shaft to fill the human up completely. Qin Shi took the cock with ease, sliding as far as he could go. Leaning back, he put his hands on Hades’s thighs for support, his own cock twitching in the air. His asshole clenching under the pressure of having to stretch wider than before. Finally relaxing as he got to a stable position.
“So…good.” Qin Sin admitted, stopping to get his head back into the fight.
“So tight.” Hades thought to himself with a slight eye twitch. The god watched as Qin Shi sat on him for a moment, his hand twitching around the god’s thighs as he tried to get a hold on himself.
However, Hades had had enough waiting, knowing that the human had yet to come himself. Quickly grabbing onto Qin Shi's hips, Hades then slammed his cock further into the human’s ass. Qin Shi moaned loudly in return, his head snapping backwards as Hades thrusted his hips into the air to aid the human.
“If it is so good, then why stop. Give in to that bloodlust you had before.” Hades demanded, snarling under the heat of the two's embrace. Qin Shi did as he was told, using his knees to lift himself up just to drop back down onto Hades cock. Rhythmically lining up with each thrust.
“Yes! Why stop! You are absolutely right, so go faster!” Qin Shi yelped, grabbing onto his dick to jerk himself. Hades snapped once more, violently thrusting up into the man. Grinding on his insides as Qin Shi grew closer than before. Even though Hades had just entered him, he could feel himself wanting to release it all. Stroking himself to the beat of Hades’s hips. The god’s hands gripping hard to his thighs to properly pound into him. His cock curving straight into Qin Shi’s most sensitive areas.
“As you wish!” Hades snarled, slamming his feet to the ground to thrust his hips up. Qin Shi screamed in pleasure as the God’s cock pounded into his prostate. A shock of pure ecstasy bolted through him as he could no longer hold back.
“Yes! There!” Qin Shi yelled, throwing his head back to let go of everything he had been holding onto. His cum shooting straight on top of Hades. Jetting up the god’s body, going as far as Hades’s cheek, to his surprise.
The two then took a moment, Qin Shi twitching from his release. Slowing down his pace to catch his breath. He looked back down to see the damage that he had done, but Hades was one step ahead of him.
“Splendid show,” Hades praised, taking one of his hands to wipe his cheek. Licking it right after to clean up the mess that the human made. Qin Shi blushed at the sign of power, his muscles shivering at the idea of having more praise.
“You moved so well, better than I. I could not help myself,” Qin Shi admitted with a breathtaking smile. Hades grinning at himself being praised, clicking his tongue in response.
Giving the human barely any time to recover, Hades then leaned his body forward. Shifting his hands up Qin Shi’s body to wrap his arms around his waist. Qin Shi jolted as the foreign object pushed back into him, yet did not move out completely. Being pulled into Hades grip with no chance of escape. The two suddenly sharing yet another passionate kiss, with Hades at the lead. Qin Shi took this in full, leaning back to wrap his own arms around the god’s neck.
“I can feel every blood pump in him. Every nerve. I cannot just leave it here.” Hades thought to himself, leaning back slightly to break the kiss. A trail of drool connecting the two as they parted ways. Dropping his hands down to Qin Shi's ass, Hades then gripped as hard as he could. The human twitching in response.
“Wait…what?” Qin Shi started, yet was cut off as Hades whispered into him.
“Hold on.” Hades cooed, breathing softly into the man’s ear.
Just then, Hades pulled Qin Shi close to get to a stand. Qin Shi’s legs automatically wrapped around Hades's waist, clenching hard. The two finally got to a stand as Qin Shi held on tightly. Hades scoffing at the fact that he was actually able to pick the man up so fluently. Feeling Qin Shi continuously shivering at still being filled.
“W-why?” Qin Shi stuttered, digging his head into the god’s shoulder for more support.
“Oh, can the great king not handle another round. Do not tell me you are too worn out.” Hades joked with a huff, resting his own head on the man’s shoulder.
“Because I would like to devour you more.” Hades finished with a low growl. The vibration of Hades’s chest sending a chill up Qin Shi's spine. With no words, Qin Shi then tightened his grip on the god’s body. Simply approving of what was about to happen.
Hades chuckled at the more childish nature of the man. Changing their scenery to inside the room they had acquired. Walking up the deck to Qin Shi's annoyance, each step causing him to hop on Hades’s dick without remorse. Slight moans escaped him as they moved to the room.
Walking past the paper-thin door, Hades entered the small room. It was a simple room, straight wooden floors with two mats laid out for the two if they had the need for relaxing. A small but comfortable bed in the corner that dared to be used, yet it would not be used tonight. Making his way to the middle of the room, Hades slowed himself down. Feeling Qin Shi tighten up again around his throbbing cock.
Slowly and steadily kneeled down to the ground, Qin Shi still in his hands. Gently lowering his partner down, Hades hovered above him, still connected all the way through.
“There we go. Much better.” Hades cooed, now being able to see the man in a different light. Though the moon gave Qin Shi a beautiful glow, the dim candlelight mapped out every bump on Qin Shi’s body.
Qin Shi's breathing slowed as he was lowered, relaxing his hips further to fully rest his body, though his legs still laid on top of Hades’s thighs, ensuring that they would never be apart. Qin Shi looked up to see his partner in the faint light, it doing the same to his body in all its glory. But he wanted to see more, moving his palm over Hades stomach, he smiled a wicked grin.
“So strong yet your skin is so pale. At least it feels like it.” Qin Shi praised to Hades confusion. The man’s head tilted as Hades finally questioned the scarf around his partner's eyes.
“You really can’t see me?” Hades asked.
“I can, but not in all your glory. However.” Qin Shi stated, giving way to his partner’s body. Lifting up the left side to expose his eye to the god’s amazement. Hades was taken aback by its milky blue color, a pale yet dark stare cutting through him like the sharpest of blades. A faint glow shone from the middle as Qin Shi peered around the god’s body grow even hungrier than before. The man's sharp gaze sent Hades into a frenzy.
“What a pleasant surprise, you are a very interesting creature. Have those eyes been looking at me this entire night? How I wish you had told me sooner.” Hades joked, grabbing onto Qin Shi's legs. Pushing them forward, the man’s legs flew into the air as Hades pinned down his thighs. Thrusting back into Qin Shi with purpose, the human giving a loud moan in response. His finger tips attempting to dig into the mat below them for more traction, Hades doing his best to keep Qin Shi in place.
“Yes! More!” Qin Shi yelled out, the scarf around his forehead falling off to show off both of his eyes, twitching with delight.
“So pretty yet so deadly looking. You are immaculate.” Hades praised once more, leaning down to Qin Shi's level. Pulling his hips away just to slam them back into Qin Shi without a second thought. The sounds of their skin slapping together filling the room with a sinful echo.
“So deep and so filling. You are incredible.” Qin Shi cooed with a heated smile, his body clenching up with every thrust. Hades could no longer take it, his hips speeding up as his body convulsed with every nerve twitching along.
“Damn.” Hades clicked, quickly switching his mind to try to hold himself back. Wanting the round to last longer than he could. Yet both parties were at the end of their ropes. Qin Shi, grinding his teeth in hopes of doing the same, the good feeling overwhelmed his body. Hades noticed this and instantly gave in to his temptation, curling over to coo to his partner.
“You need not hold it in. I do not plan on letting you go easy tonight. So cum with me, and we can continue this little dance as long as you would like.” Hades insisted
“Promise?” Qin Shi inquired, his breathing getting in the way of his full sentences.
“Absolutely!” Hades snapped with a grin, forcefully pulling his cock out just to pound it back in. No remorse, no signs of giving up, just pure unbridled lust. Qin Shi yelled out in pleasure as he looked down to see everything going on. Hades entering him to the brim, pulling and pushing his ass to new limits. His entire body being called in to question, quickly sending him off the edge.
With one final thrust, Hades slammed his hand on the ground to gain a better grip. Stabbing his throbbing cock deep into Qin Shi’s ass. The man's legs shaking vigorously in the air as the two simultaneously climaxed together. Hades stuffed Qin Shi full as his cum pumped out of him into the smaller man. Qin Shi threw his head to the side as his back bent to the air, his own cock giving way to release cum in between the two. The god’s hips moved slightly with each shot, jolting as he felt the sweet ecstasy leave him. The human, doing the same as his nerves fought to keep him sane. Their breaths mixing in with each other as they stared at one another. Not a word shared between them, but instead, a simple yet passionate kiss to seal their deal.
A deadly dance of connection that only a few could understand. No words, just intricate movements with one another tumbling into a web of pure passion. Switching places and shifting positions as the night sped by without them. But they cared not about the time they had wasted, but rather for the time that they spent together connected. Something neither had felt in some time. Regardless of their place, regardless of their status, they were both the same. Both kings of the night.
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Morning came soon after they finished their ballroom embrace. The two quietly drifting off into a slumber that neither of them really wanted. Hades woke first due to the sunlight of the day creeping in through the door that was still open. Turning his head to the side, meeting with black, messed-up hair in the process. Looking down to see that Qin Shi was lying on top of him with his head on the god’s broad chest. Their skin slightly stuck together due to the warmth coming from outdoors. A cat-like purr on his face showing that he was truly comfortable in his place with no signs of leaving.
“I fell asleep. That is a first.” Hades told himself, somewhat confused on how he did it in the first place. Peering back over to see his partner shifting around due to the god’s own movements. Hades chuckled at the adorable sight, yet sighed when he realized he was not able to spend more time with his new friend. Going into hug Qin Shi with the arm that he had been lying on. Giving a gentle kiss on the human’s forehead.
“Forgive me, ilie mou, but I must go. I do hope you remember me, if only a little bit.” Hades professed, slowly moving his body away from his partner’s. Qin Shi winced from the sudden shift from something nice to the hard ground. Confused on why his soft bed had turned more rugged. Hades chuckled as he got up to grab his clothing while also grabbing a blanket not far from the bed they had missed the night before. Placing it on top of Qin Shi to aid him in his slumber. The man going back to a more comfortable cooing, then a snarl look to his face.
“I shall remember you for a good time, that I am sure.” Hades finished, softly petting the top of Qin Shi's head to his delight. Slipping on the hanfu as best as he could, Hades then made his way out of the room and into the forest. Silently leaving his partner with only words left behind.
However, Qin Shi was awake for this farewell. Though he did not want to let Hades know this. Simply grabbing onto the blanket that was gifted to him, pulling it closer to his still naked body. The feelings of the night before still lingered around his muscles, every touch, every praise, every sinful look. Qin Shi remembered it all, sighing into the air as he let his true emotion go.
“Too bad he could not stay longer. It was fun.” Qin Shi said to himself. Drifting back into a peaceful sleep as he let his body rest a little longer before leaving himself. Both getting back to a duty they had to keep up. Yet the experience living in their minds for as long as time would let them. Forever to kings players in the commoners world.