[Xichen can relate to that at least. He enjoys teasing his friends when he feels comfortable enough with them to do it. That kind of humor is something he considers special--not everyone has that relationship.]

Perhaps just a meal, then. To celebrate with those close to you.

[Even if it isn't really a celebration, there is part of Xichen that just likes that idea.]

You returned home?

[And nothing terrible happened when he went or when he came back to Aefenglom it seems. That's... a relief. A small, tense breath Xichen has been holding is released when he hears Louis say that without any tone of anger or worry.]

I- There are things I do not wish to return to. But there are also things I fear will not be done if I am absent.

[How long can he avoid going home? Would it be like a vacation if he stayed too? That sounds nice, and yet Lan Xichen still feels guilty.]