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Ling: After meeting this male counterpart to Princess Lin, Lady Avarice became almost immediately enamored with the man and has since become incredibly attached to him (she is still Greed, after all). Lady Avarice may feel like heâs a kindred spirit, having that sense of loss about him. She may also feel this way because of the sense of nostalgia she gets over her own lost friend. Whatever the reason, she enjoys being around this man and is determined to do so as often as possible. Sheâs also become protective, showing concern for his health and safety. She is willing to use the full force of her combat skills and her ultimate shield if need be. Should the man decide to go back to his homeland, she would follow him without question to ensure she remains close to him.
Once Ling became aware of how deep her feelings for him ran, he admitted to Avara that he returned her sentiment and they have since become nearly inseparable, apart from a recent separation. For a time, Ling deliberately separated himself from Lady Avarice, taking with him the philosopherâs stone that had won him the country of Xing. In an act whoâs weight and meaning Lady Avarice cannot find proper words to express, the man relinquished his humanity, becoming a homunculus and forsaking his country and the throne so that the two of them could make a life together. Since his return, the two have been enjoying a happy, if somewhat chaotic life together, with plans to become wandering nomads. Avara dotes on Ling whenever possible, and will even prepare meals without much complaint, despite her professed distaste for work. Even during times when they find themselves separated, Avara remains confident in that either he will return to her side, or she will track him down.
The two are incredibly protective of each other, and a threat to one is seen as a threat to both of them. And a threat to someone that one of them has befriended garners the wrath of both. Itâs not a good situation to find oneself in. In fact they seem to act like a pair of alpha wolves in some respects, with their collection of friends and adopted animals serving as their âpackâ.
Hetalia AU
Xing: Huli has known and loved the nation of Xing in one form or another throughout most of her more than three thousand year lifespan. He discovered her as a child, when her land had first formed, and from that moment on she has never known a day without him. She was raised by him, and eventually the two fell in love with each other, their bond becoming deeper and stronger with the passage of time. Though recent events have sent both their nations into turmoil, she remains completely devoted to Xing, and is determined to stand by his side no matter what changes are in store for them in the days and years to come.
This is a devotion that is shared by her 2P counterpart Jiao, who has also been with her âMaster Wumingâ from the time she was very small. He initially came to conquer her land, and as such he claimed her as part of the âspoils of warâ, raising her to be the epitome of his own standard of perfection. She would and has killed and tortured readily for him, and would not hesitate to place herself between him and any danger that may come their way.