He should refuse. Make this a sharp, clean break so they can both start healing and put the past behind them. Be strong enough to say no.

But he isn't. Not yet.

And he's often dreamed of Jiang Cheng coming to stay with him in the Unclean Realm, at least for a visit. The land is rough and rugged, nowhere as beautiful as Lotus Pier, but it's still home.

Huaisang's expression remains blank, his eyes sliding away to rest on the door. One of his mem should be arriving to check on him and inform him when his horse is ready. After a moment, he speaks slowly and cautiously.

"If you want to come, you may."