His world is set to rights when he sees them both. Xingchen is the first he reaches for, his heart singing when he sees that smile.

"Come inside. The temperature should be comfortable." Zichen wraps an arm around Xingchen to guide him, gently pressing a kiss to his cheek, "Dinner is almost ready."

The puppy wiggles, trying to kiss everyone too! Why can't he? Zichen has a special smile for Xue Yang and he leans into the kiss, reminding himself that his loved ones will always come home. But it's difficult for him not to worry.

"I want you to rest your leg. You've had a long outing today." and he shifts the puppy into Xue Yang's arms, flushing when their noses touch, "He has missed you."