Got it: USB-C with PD at 9 V, and a 2S Li‑Ion charger. Below are clean, simple pairings that make USB the primary source and seamlessly charge/run the system. Per best practice, size your power stages to the negotiated PD voltage/current you plan to request (e.g., 9 V), and consider headroom if you may later allow 12 V.
USB-C PD sink (standalone, fixed 9 V capable)
STUSB4500QTR - Standalone PD sink, widely used for fixed PDOs with NVM profiles.
CYPD3177-24LQXQ - Standalone PD sink, very simple bring-up for power-only sinks.