[ Xichen's breath rattles in his chest, and his fingers twitch, reaching out slightly, before he sits up, his arms coming up before cupping in front of him, and he extends the motion until he has bowed down to the floor, staying there. ]

They are connected, but ... I made a grave error in putting my trust in somebody who used my support to do... many wrong things. I don't know... I don't know if I'm worthy of your help.

[ Not anymore.

Welcome back, da ge, Lans still have no chill. ]