[ This time, there is little of making a long face as he helps him, and his arm goes around the shoulders of the younger man without hesitation. ]

This likely feels strange, if you haven't experienced it yet. It is called moonlacing.

Huaisang, have you found a place you live in, yet?

[ No harm in asking, though if not, he can take him somewhere with decent food so Huaisang has a chance to warm up and sober up, too. ]