all at once the winter's here —

[happyheartsstaff]

all the lochs are frozen over

SNOW FUN

11/11 - 11/15

By the middle of the second week of November, the winter snow has spread out from the Pool of Tears and into the rest of the hotel. It falls gracefully in the hallways, the bar, the restaurants, even the nightclub and the gym. There's a gentle chill in the air, though there never seems to be more than a faint dusting of snow on the floor and it doesn't gather on the furniture.

The lobby quickly becomes a different story. Here, the snow begins to stick, and hotel staff can be seen piling it up in some kind of structures.

"Snow forts!" they will exclaim excitedly, and do their best to get any curious Oysters to help or make their own.

Shoes and foot coverings are still not available other than the ice skates in the pool area, but any Oysters who participate will find that the snow feels soft and fluffy beneath their bare feet, not cold at all.

Before long, multiple snow forts have been built in the lobby. It is then that hotel staff will start a game of capture the flag. Oysters will be encouraged to join one of the two teams and either try to sneak into the opposing side's heavily guarded forts to steal their flag, or guard the forts of their own team.

The game will span multiple days, and all Oysyers who join in the fun for any of it will receive a special reward!

HOW ABOUT A CUP OF TEA

11/12 - 11/23

If you can avoid all the commotion in the lobby to get to them, there are a few cozy spots tucked away that certainly weren't there before. Fire places have sprouted up in these, and though no one ever seems to tend to them, there's always a fire crackling merrily away. The fires seem to change colors, and will never be the same color twice.

"Of course it changes colors," hotel staff will scoff if asked. "Next you'll ask how it knows what it knows."

If pressed further, the staff member will share a Wonderland legend about the fire. Anyone who burns something in it and asks it a question will get an answer in the form of a glimpse of the future or a truth of the past.

Sofas, arm chairs, and bean bags are scattered around the fire places, with small tables covered with snacks and hot teas between them. Bookcases have also sprung up here, filled with fiction stories from all different worlds. Except, of course, for anything related to Alice in Wonderland.

BABY IT'S COLD IN HERE

11/24 - 11/ 30

In the final days of November, the novelty of the snow seems to wear thin. The uniforms of the hotel staff change, all of them now wearing coats, hats, and gloves even on duty. Whatever it was that kept Oysters' feet from freezing in the snow begins to fade. The air shifts from crisp and clean to cold and sterile, sinking deep into the bones of anyone who stays out in it too long.

Oysters will find some relief in their rooms, as the snow still doesn’t fall there, and the chill in the air is more bearable. It will drop lower at "night," and Oysters will find it harder to ward off the cold. Unless, of course, they happen to be one of those lucky enough to have someone to keep them warm at night.

Hotel staff won't admit to seeing a problem with this, when asked. Surely this is the perfect time to find that special someone, or discover the benefits of platonic cuddling! Why not try it in front of the fire, first, it does wonders to combat the cold in the hotel lobby!

Of course, their first recommendation is always going to be to enjoy a lovely cup of tea.

If you have any questions, please leave them over here! All characters who participate in the game of capture the flag will receive an item from home (which must follow the same rules as the AC reward) and a superpower tea of the player's choosing. This can be one of the character's own abilities, but it will not be permanent. Any character who chooses to burn something in the fire will be able to see a scene from their future or past. The future scene could be one from further in their canon, or could be a potential future either in canon or at the hotel (feel free to make this up!). The scene from their past can be any scene from their past. Anyone in the vicinity of the fire will be able to see either of these.

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[scaredofdogs]

Wei Wuxian shifts so that he can lay his head in Lan Wangji's lap while he reads the poems. It's more comfortable this way and he can watch the other man while he reads. When the poem is done he smiles. "I liked that one a lot, Lan Zhan. I didn't know you were going to read my love poems."

[inquiryguqin]

"I can read a lot more if it pleases you, Wei Ying." He strokes through his hair and rubs his back, comforting him with his touch.

In the meanwhile, the food is delivered by a staff member, and they leave it close-by. "Wei Ying, our food is here. Are you hungry? Let's eat." He lowers the book down and set it aside.

[scaredofdogs]

"Mm..let's eat." He sits up and moves to adjust the location of the table to make it easier for them to eat at it without leaving the couch.

Without thinking about it he picks up one of the teas and takes a sip before setting it down next to his plate.

"Let's eat lots and then we can enjoy more poems."

[inquiryguqin]

Lan Wangji pulls the trolly cart and set their meal on the table. It looks like a bowl of teriyaki chicken with rice and steam vegetables, a plate of dumplings, served with a side of desserts. But there are comfort foods.

"Let's eat." Because this is his favorite activity, spending time with him, so he starts to eat slowly. "I wish there is more interesting entertainment. I can play music, read poems, or sing songs. We've been here for a long time that I'm afraid you get bored."

[scaredofdogs]

"I never get bored with you, Lan Zhan. We always have fun. And I like just being able to curl up with you quietly as much as I like doing things."

Wei Wuxian loves excitement but he has found that he also enjoys simply being in the other man's presence. He doesn't even have to talk a lot of the time as long as he gets to enjoy being in the man's arms. There is safety and warmth and love there and that is all he needs.

[inquiryguqin]

"I want that too with you, to curl up with you, stay by your side, and stay together with you."

He strokes through hair. "Ah, it's not that. I was worried about you too. Most of the people are gone. I haven't seen the sect leader, Nie Mingjue, in long a while so I figured he went home. I don't a chance to talk to him." Knowing his fate back home.

"We're imprisoned for so long. I want to protect you to the best that I can. Eventually, we'll go home. Our soultwins too. Lately, I noticed one person appeared."

As he eats quietly, "I think we should prepare our good-byes just in case. Or at least, talk about it."

[scaredofdogs]

He doesn't want to think about goodbyes. He doesn't know how he would handle having to wish the others farewell and go home knowing he would never see them again. He hasn't really gotten a chance to say goodbye to any of the friends he has made that have left this place.

He pauses in his eating as he thinks about it and is quiet for several moments before finally speaking, "I'd rather enjoy everything I can with them while they are here instead of saying goodbye and waiting for the day when we will be apart."

[inquiryguqin]

Lan Wangji didn't have the chance to say good-bye properly. He made good friends. He just thinks as soon they will return home and he doesn't know when. He figured his soul-twin felt the same. He only brought it up because they can't stay forever here. He has a brother back home, a son, disciples to teach, and their whole life in Cloud Recesses.

"Mn. As you wish. Try to remember, you do have a home to return to, and I won't be leaving without you." That's a promise he intends to keep despite everything.

Dinner came and go, and when he finished his meal, he finishes it off with a cup of hot milk tea. "I'll read to you if you like? Spend the evening with you until you sleep. If you doze off, I'll carry you back."

[scaredofdogs]

He nods and when he finishes his meal he sits back on the couch. He waits for Lan Wangji to settle before he lays down so that he can place his head in the man's lap again. He tugs the blanket up to his neck and curls up, wanting to enjoy all the warmth that he can.

He doesn't want to think about the people they will leave behind even if he does look forward to seeing the ones back home again. He has been determined to find a way to be able to travel between the worlds himself so he can keep visiting them. He knows how impossible that sounds but he can't help but wish for it.

[inquiryguqin]

He only brought it up so they don't lose sight of their goal. But he felt terrible for Nie Mingjue. He is glad to have met the man, even for a short time.

Could it be possible to travel to other worlds? It's evident when she brought a collection of books and change this place according to her whims. It seems the Queen has discovered a way, but kept the secret to herself. If only they can talk to her and be friends with her, would they discover it?

With the meal finished, he pushes the tray away, and Lan Wangji appreciates the quiet time with his husband. Just him and Wei Ying to lay his head on his lap, where he would stroke through his hair and his back.

It's cold but the fireplace helps keep warm, and there's an extra blanket nearby where he pulls it over himself also.

"Would you like me to read more poems to you?" Maybe if he reads to him, he can help him go to sleep.

[scaredofdogs]

He nods, smiling softly as he closes his eyes. He always enjoys moments like these. They are nice and quiet and he gets to just enjoy being in his husband's presence.

"I'd like that, Lan Zhan." He'll probably fall asleep after awhile but there is no better way to do so then hearing Lan Wangji's voice speaking softly to him.

[inquiryguqin]

Lan Wangji reaches over and reads out loud a few more classic poems from the other worlds. The English romantic poems seem have a good roll in his voice.

When he noticed Wei Ying is starting to slowly drift off, eyes heavy feeling sleepy, he kisses the top of his crown of his head.

"Wei Ying, stay awake. Do you want to go back to our bedroom in Lotus pier? I'll carry you."

[scaredofdogs]

He does doze after awhile and then jerks back away as Lan Wangji kisses him. "mm? Mm..yeah..let's go back to bed." It's nice and warm and cozy there but it will also be that way in their bed. He rolls over and latches onto Lan Wangji, so lazy that he doesn't even want to get up.

[inquiryguqin]

Lan Wangji only laughs softly, "Then let's go." He slides his arms and picks him up, carrying him princess-style, lifting him up with no problem. "They have a fireplace installed in our room too."

He picks up a few books, places it in his arms. "Hold for me, I want to read them." He then carries him through the lobby toward the elevator to take them up toward to the residential floor.

[scaredofdogs]

He cradles the books in his arms as he makes sure that Lan Wangji has him securely in his. He rests his head against the man's shoulder as they walk through the lobby. Not at all embarrassed about being carried through the hotel in such a way.

[inquiryguqin]

The elevator goes up, he gets off and then carrying Wei Ying back to his room to Lotus pier. He places him on the bed where he could relax. There's a rabbit hutch in the corner with the rabbits huddle together with the donkey resting in his stall in his den.

"I'll start up the fireplace." He goes to the fireplace, which is there and places a few logs and starts the fire using a long poker to heat up their room.

[scaredofdogs]

He sets the books down on the floor by the bed and then crawls under the covers, curling up in the warmth of the blankets. He sticks his upper head out from underneath them to watch Lan Wangji light the fire.

[inquiryguqin]

The snow that sneaked into the hotel didn't reach the rooms. Once the fire is lit, the entire room becomes heated up and warmed up immediately. It will take a while for the heat to filled the suit and warmed up the floor, but it will be more comfortable to relieve the chill and temperature later into the night.

He picked up the books and settled on the bedside table within easy reach, and then slides on his side of the bed.

"Wei Ying, I am here." He reaches for him, sliding his arms around his waist to pull him into an embrace and holds him with all the warmth of the fire and his love he has to give. "Let me warm you up."

[scaredofdogs]

He wraps himself around the other man, easily nestling his body for maximum warmth and comfort. He really doesn't like the cold. So he is going to try and absorb as much of his body warmth asa possible even with the aid of the fire going.

"You are the best at warming me up."

[inquiryguqin]

How much heat a man could give? He gives him all of his heat as much he wants and demands, and then nuzzles on his hair.

"Is my Wei Ying too cold? I hope I'm warm enough." He wraps his arm around him, giving him all of his attention and affections.

[scaredofdogs]

"You are very cozy and warm, Lan Zhan." He nuzzles his face against the man's neck. "I don't ever want to get out of this bed."

He'd gladly stay right there, like this, until the hotel melts and spring returns.

[inquiryguqin]

"I like keeping you cozy and warm." He laughs softly as he nuzzles on his neck that he kisses him gently. "Then don't come out unless we have to."

Sound like a plan as he strokes his back and caresses his face. "You know the best to way to keep warm? Making love. Only if you want to."

[scaredofdogs]

He laughs and tilts his head so that he can look at him. "How can I possibly turn that down? I'm always willing to make love to you." And he is definitely right about it being the best activity for keeping warm. They haven't fulfilled their 'everyday is everyday' yet so they might as well use it as an excuse to chase away the chill.

[inquiryguqin]

With a ripple of pleasure, he pounces on him, wrapping his arms around him and pinning him to the bed, and slowly kisses him.

"I'm going to warm you up." With kisses, he gently bites him on his throat to leave marks and touches him with his hands to warm up his body.

[scaredofdogs]

He groans softly as he tilts his head back against the pillow, enjoying that mouth against his throat. Wei Wuxian is always so impressed by how eagerly Lan Wangji is about this kind of thing no matter how many times they have done it. He's glad that the man never loses his desires for him.

"What are you going to do to warm me up, Lan Zhan?"