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WangxianFicRecs - Rewind 2025

And here is the final part of our 2025 Rewind! I hope you enjoyed it and I hope you had a fantastic year of fic reading. I hope you all are safe and enjoying the holidays - Happy reading to you and we'll see each other in 2026!

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💙 the cat distribution system

by ScarlettStorm (@scarlettohairdye)

E, 38k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Wei Wuxian didn’t imagine acquiring a cat like this, nor did he imagine acquiring a fluffy white cat that, even covered in dirt and debris and clutched to a four-year-old’s chest like a teddy bear, manages to give the impression it’s judged his entire life and found it deeply wanting. “Uh, A’Yuan,” he asks slowly, just in case this is a hallucination. “Who’s this?” “A cat,” A’Yuan says proudly, leaning his round cheek against the top of the cat’s head, while the cat continues to look at Wei Wuxian like he’s wearing week-old clothes covered in food stains. Or: Wei Wuxian gets a cat, and then a boyfriend, both of which are a surprise.

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Tomorrow never comes

by Lyna_Mei (@lynamei)

M, WIP, 15k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: No one expected for the world to come to end the night before the guest lectures started in the Cloud Recesses. Cultivation sects are about to face a threat they had never seen before, and Wei Wuxian somehow lands himself right into the middle of it. They can only save themselves and others by working together. But it couldn't be easy when every sect has their own goals and ambitions.

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When Life Gives You A Fucking Baby

by SpringWinter

T, WIP, 52k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Wei Wuxian gets the surprise of his life. The product of this kicks off a few things: namely, Jiang Yanli finally getting sick of her parents, Jiang Cheng Getting A Grip, and Lan Wangji fistfighting his uncle in a Denny's parking lot. That last one might have been exaggerated. - Wei Wuxian starts to feel unwell halfway through dinner with the Jiangs...

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to be seen (is to be loved)

by indigotigress7

T, WIP, 14k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Lan Wangji has been invisible as long as he can remember. All of Cloud Recesses treats him like a ghost, getting distracted and forgetting his existence whenever he moves or speaks. No one has met his gaze in years. A visiting disciple named Wei Wuxian is the first person whose gaze sticks.

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The Entire City Was Silent

by CordialCoroner (CordialCrow), CordialCrow

G, WIP, 4k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: The Yiling community rallies together to help their newest neighbors, and the cultivation world is left with a mystery that may never be solved: the disappearance of the Yiling Patriarch.

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i waited winters for you to come home to me

by kintou (@ao3-kintou)

E, 15k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Being an art student is hard enough without finding classical paintings that suggest that you've had a soulmate in multiple timelines, but Wei Wuxian guesses that this is just how his luck runs.

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The Bento Box Bandit, or: A Disaster Bi's Guide to Office Romance

by Greywake (@Greywake)

T, 6k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Someone at Wei Ying's new job is the kind of asshole who steals other people's lunch. Oh, and his new boss is the hottest man on earth...

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aim never untrue

by sunflowersfield (@sunflowersfield)

G, 3k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Wei Ying is the kindest man Lan Zhan has ever met. ​ He is mischievous, certainly, but Lan Zhan has never seen him disrespect another person with his antics. He has a glowing smile ready for anyone who might need one—unless, of course, they have harmed one of his friends. He is fiercely and unflinchingly loyal, and he somehow knows how to help others without making them feel small. ​ Lan Zhan has only known him for a few short months, but he already knows these things about him. ​ He cannot allow himself to get to know him better. Or: Lan Zhan, in his final year of college, promises himself that he will not be distracted by the possibility of love.

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The Weight We Carry

by BenevolentErrancy

T, WIP, 72k, Wangxian | Kay and Mojo's Rec

Summary: Lan Qiren looked at the guan in his hand. Once it had been his, before he had bequeathed it to Lan Xichen. Now that guan was once again in his hands, its weight familiar and damning. His nephews were not yet grown. The war had not yet been fought. So many lives had not yet been lost. And yet even with his forewarning Lan Qiren didn’t know how to fix anything. He could hardly kill Wen Ruohan, who was already near-immortal and protected by a powerful sect. (There was another threat he could kill. One which wouldn't have any cultivation or protection, not yet. A child who would grow to be a demon, who would grow to doom his nephew. The Yiling Patriarch would be just as young as his nephews were, and who would miss a single, orphaned child?) - Lan Qiren sets out to kill the Yiling Patriarch. This is not exactly what happens.

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giving up nothing, baby

by pennydaniels

E, 13k, Jiang Fengmian/Yu Ziyuan | Kay's Rec

Summary: Jiang Fengmian is very concerned about his wife's strange behaviour.

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Moon So Bright

by trulywicked (@trulywicked)

M, 7k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Giving birth was not what Wei Wuxian expected to happen today, otherwise he wouldn't have gone to the rabbits, but it's not surprising that his and Lan Wangji's child would defy expectations.

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Lullaby

by jade_musing

T, 5k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Lan Wangji accidentally summons a demon while trying to pull off an assignment overnight—not any demon, but the King of the Demon Ordeal. What he assumed to be terrifying turned out to be a plushie-hugging sweetheart, who is also heavily pregnant. As for the father of the baby, Lan Wangji starts uncovering secrets about himself that he doesn’t remember ever creating at all.

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to ease the pain of growing wings

by kintou (@ao3-kintou)

G, WIP, 15k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: When A-Yuan started showing his first signs of being a dragon, it was nerve wracking. Being a witch, Wei Ying knew precisely nothing about raising dragons and he could only think of one person — a set of huge blue wings, white horns, traditional pride — that could help him.

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The time A-yuan was not the only little one anymore

by shymaidenlwj

G, 4k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: After a while, he finally spoke up. “...Whose baby is this?” Wei Wuxian smiled and shifted closer to Lan Yuan, “Whose do you think? He came out of me just like you did! It’s your baby brother, the one you always gave goodnight kisses to.” Lan Yuan’s eyes widened in realisation and his eyebrows knit closer together, “the baby…was supposed..to come out? Was he not supposed to stay inside mama’s belly…forever..” Lan Wangji, “.......” Wei Wuxian, “.......” Granny Wen only chuckled lightly and patted his head, “Naive little boy.”

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💙 no trouble

by vooxian

E, WIP, 56k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: “Lan Zhan…” “I can drive A-Yuan to daycare and pick him up on the days you’re too busy. In addition to sharing meals.” She lifts a pacifying hand when Wei Ying’s eyes widen. “It is no trouble to me.” Wei Ying sputters. “Of course it is—” “Then trouble me.” Though Lan Zhan doesn’t raise her tone, there’s a ring of exasperation to her words. She pauses for a recentering breath. “My life is spotless. Perhaps I could… Use a little trouble. The good kind.”

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Gather Near

by sunflowersfield (@sunflowersfield)

T, 3k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: “How are your plans for the living room scene coming along?” “Ah,” Wei Ying says. “Well, it’s alright. The fireplace came in, so that’s a start.” “I see.” They speak about the unexpected weather for a few moments before Wei Ying heads over to his current window display to begin tearing it down. As he walks away, he turns to look back at Lan Zhan, and he is not surprised to see that he is watching him leave. Because that’s the thing about Lan Zhan. He does see. He listens. He observes. And Wei Ying isn’t sure how he feels about that. Or: Wei Ying is the Window Decorator at a department store, struggling through the holiday season. Lan Zhan, his coworker, sees him for who he truly is.

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main character syndrome

by spicecandy (@gaycowboyjesus)

E, 9k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Lan Zhan thankfully cuts him off right there, his ears flushing a deeper shade of red. “No balloons. I have a work function I must attend and I need a plus one. My brother will be attending and I would like to make it very clear to him that I am not interested in being set-up with my female coworkers.” “So you’re looking for someone to make it really obvious that you’re gay? Scare them off with how super-queer they are?” Wei Ying’s tone is light, but he can’t help but feel a twinge of disappointment., He’d gotten his hopes up too quickly — what did he think? That a guy like this would want a relationship with him? He mentally runs through his Grindr pics and cringes internally. He was picked because of his weird gay undercut and crop top and embarrasing tattoos. You don’t go looking for relationships on Grindr, Wei Ying reminds himself irritably.

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Snowdrift

by Rainewritesfanfics

G, 1k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Lan Qiren goes to Yiling a year afterwards, looking for something of hers to bury. Instead, he, or rather A’Zhan, finds a little boy with her smile.

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The past before your eyes

by Bastet_Fanwork

T, WIP, 11k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Lan Zhan couldn't speak. Was he still breathing? He wasn't sure. He didn't know if he could see or hear because his entire being had become his beating heart in front of the boy who had just entered the room. Wei Ying was... young. By the gods, he looked so young. His hair was styled in the ponytail he had stopped wearing along with his sword, as if loose hair could help him hide from the hostility and fear of others. His eyes were bright and happy. His lips were curved into the smile that had captured Lan Zhan's heart from the very beginning. The Wei Ying in front of him was just a boy, not yet tainted by war's harshness and people's cruelty. ~ Lan Wangji dies from the thirty-third lash, then wakes up as his fifteen-year-old self in the Cloud Recesses.

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hi!! i'm so glad you like it!!

there are plans to put it on ao3 eventually, but i tend not to post anything there until it's been through a round or eight of edits by my wife and/or myself. i post a lot of first drafts here, particularly those i use as warmups, that need a lot of work before i'm actually happy with them and i've come to think of ao3 as where things get 'published' if that makes sense? i had also been planning on not putting up unfinished works there again due to my very slow and sporadic update rate for... well pretty much everything, among other reasons.

it does seem kind of silly, though. now that i write that out. as the only thing that is different about tumblr vs ao3 is the audience and the ability to follow the progress of a fic in a more straightforward manner.....

but, with that particular fic as an example, there are three chapters now and i have no idea what the fourth will even be about, let alone when it will be posted. this means that i might want to change things in prev chapters to suit a better overall story line (which is something i'm learning how to do and struggling to reconcile with my current big long fic). but, then again, maybe not. maybe i reserve that for fics that i haven't posted here? maybe something like this fic becomes more of a 'yes, and...' type exercise, and we all just see where it goes together? i could get behind that, i think. maybe.

it would still have to go through edits. (like, that entire third ch should be in past tense based on how i set up the timeline in the first one.) and wife Does Not have time for following along with all of my wips. but maybe that would still be doable. i've posted non-wife-edited fics there before. i could do it again. add her edits when they're made, if they're made.

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all of which is to say, YES, it will go up on ao3, but i don't know when. possibly sooner rather than later as a direct result of your question ;)

in the meantime, idk, follow the tag (#ccdwydyog), maybe? not sure how well that works. or maybe i can make a note to send you a thing whenever the next ch happens? it'll have to be a very good note, and placed particularly well, so i currently make no promises to do more that try on that one :)

sorry that got a bit more complicated and ramble-y than you were probably hoping for, but you gave me a lot to think about!

WangxianFicRecs - Rewind 2025

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Hello! This is such an amazing world building story of LWJ learning to live with his grief after the siege. - Anon

Beyond Borders

by WordsofRaven

E, 151k, Wangxian

Part of the MDZS Big Bang 2025

Summary: For Lan Wangji, the twenty years since Nightless city have been a slow, relentless descent into a particular kind of hell that only those who lost everything and survived could truly understand. Pushed to the brink of sanity and grief, Lan Wangji leaves everything behind hoping for nothing except perhaps one day finding a fragile inner peace. Settling in a valley beautiful beyond words after long years of wandering, things take a strange turn when he discovers an ancient fox shrine. When a barely alive body finds its way in his home, Lan Wangji's heart beats again. This a story of healing and friendship, of finding family and a home, of finding peace and undying love. This story is illustrated by @0l1v13rrr in chapter 18. This story is also betaed by Heiyu Thank you again to the both of you for your patience because I was so, so late!!! 💖💖💖.

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The story of Lan Qiren adopting a cat and his nephews’ responses to said adoption is the pinnacle of hilarity. The cat turns out to be Wei Wuxian and the story segues into the fast burn relationship between him and Lan Wangji as Lan Wangji learns about magic in the modern world. The story is sweet, humorous, and incredibly well-written! @doctorbunsenhoneydew

On Little Cat Feet

by deliciousblizzardshark (@deliciousblizzardshark)

M, 28k, Wangxian

Summary: “I just spoke to Uncle,” Brother said. “He has adopted a cat.” Lan Wangji wasn’t sure what to say. “Uncle?” he repeated, finally. “Yes,” Brother agreed. “Uncle does not allow pets,” Lan Wangji said. “Yes.” “Cats shed fur. They are dirty and have parasites. They bring in dead mice. They have litter boxes which must be emptied,” Lan Wangji recited from memory. Brother had often tried to persuade Uncle they should keep pets. “He adopted a cat,” Brother said again. “Perhaps he has a brain tumor.” or Wei Wuxian accidentally turns into a cat. Lan Qiren unknowingly adopts him.

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Wei Ying begins a new job with Cloud Recesses Publishing house, and the story follows his journey to becoming more confident in his work while he quietly falls in love with his boss, Lan Zhan. Wei Ying inadvertently uncovers the office lunch thief, which leads to some very unexpected consequences for all involved. The story is very soft and sweet, and is beautifully written! @doctorbunsenhoneydew

The Bento Box Bandit, or: A Disaster Bi's Guide to Office Romance

by Greywake (@greywake)

T, 6k, Wangxian | Kay's Rec

Summary: Someone at Wei Ying's new job is the kind of asshole who steals other people's lunch. Oh, and his new boss is the hottest man on earth... Oh, and his new boss is the hottest man on earth...

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For the Rewind 2025: because it is pure joy, and hilarious, and kind. And also has Lan Zhan as a stripper with very high platform heels and the smut is scorching. 34k of modern wangxian AU perfection! @intoxicatingimmediacy

private room

by ScarlettStorm (@scarlettohairdye)

E, 34k, Wangxian

Summary: “What exactly did you want my feedback on?” Lan Zhan asks, bending one knee to cock a hip and putting an arch in his back. He laces his voice with just a hint of innuendo. Cobalt is never too excited about anything, so it wouldn’t do to seem too eager or too horny. Gorgeous Newbie inhales, squaring his shoulders, and blurts, “Would you watch my stand-up routine and tell me if it needs anything?” Lan Zhan blinks. The music is loud in here, like it is everywhere in the club. Surely he misheard. “What?” “I have a stand-up routine,” Gorgeous Newbie repeats, more confidently this time. “I would really appreciate it if you could watch it and give me feedback.” Or: What happens in the private room, stays in the private room... Until it doesn't.

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I just HAVE to recommend this one, it's SO GOOD. It's a must read, especially if you like angst. The whole story is incredibly well written. It definitely deserves more attention than it got so far. I'm so glad I found it. @reluctantways

Before Our Point of No Return

by FinallyGotTheInvitation

E, 104k, Wangxian

Part of the MDZS Big Bang 2025

Summary: What if Lan Wangji heard about the Siege of the Burial Mounds before Wei Wuxian died? A canon divergence where Lan Wangji manages to save Wei Wuxian and a-Yuan, bringing them back home. However, he has to keep them and himself alive against injuries, illness, hunger - and his own family's wrath. Can the three of them shape a safe future together?

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