It's a good thing that the low light hides the faint blueish hue in his ears and cheeks. Shen Yuan is quite like Huaisang, used to a certain amount of affection and not shy about getting it, even if he has to fall into the arms of his san-ge and er-ge.

(Though the only reaction Huaisang gets is exasperated indulgence. He doesn't make the burning chill rise in Xichen's face and that's a lot to unpack right now.)

"A few, but they aren't immediately pressing. For now, I want to make sure you're alright."