[Huaisang continues to let Shi Qingxuan get it all out, giving him what comfort and support he's able to. His expression softens with a tenderness he seldom shows another person, the sort of warmth and care usually reserved for the pet birds that serve as his only confidants back home. Everything's still a little muddled for him, between weaving in and out of a dream and the heavy discussion with Jin Guangyao the night before. But holding each each other like this is anchoring and giving him far more clarity than he's experienced in years.

There's a gentle, peaceful smile on his lips as he relaxes againt the familiar warmth, eyes drifting closed. At Shi Qingxuan's comment, he chuckles softly.]

I had to borrow someone else's soap last night. I arrived so late and Jin Guangyao let me in. I wasn't sure what to expect if I just barged in last night. I was so exhausted after everything, I just slept in his room and came back to you as soon as I could. I didn't want to leave it past morning before I could see you again.

[By the end of his words, Huaisang finds himself getting all emotional, tearing up again. He brushes Shi Qingxuan's hair away from his forehead and kisses it lingeringly.]

I just missed you so much.