[ Xichen does come down with him, though rather than sitting on the ground he kneels gracefully, only one eyebrow raised at Huaisang. Because he has to.
And, no, Xichen never told him not to call him that. Then again, if Huaisang thinks he doesn't deserve to be regarded as his second-oldest brother...
Either way. ]
Are you hurt, Huaisang?
[ Quietly. But it's gentle enough, more tired sounding than angry. ]
I had to? At least it wasn't a kissing prompt.
And, no, Xichen never told him not to call him that. Then again, if Huaisang thinks he doesn't deserve to be regarded as his second-oldest brother...
Either way. ]
Are you hurt, Huaisang?
[ Quietly. But it's gentle enough, more tired sounding than angry. ]