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This was more than a little difficult for him, especially since he felt he had no right to be a diplomat for da ge anymore but this was different. It did not involve Yao and it certainly wasn't life-or-death, surely an exception could be made even if it might be painful to see him again so soon.

As Huaisang sat up he reached out and gently wiped his tears for him with his sleeve. Then he poured him another cup of tea and offered it to him. "I'll make you breakfast, and we can begin our day properly. I'll see him tonight and this will be sorted out. In time, he will see, but until then he will not humiliate you again."

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"Thank you, er ge," Huaisang repeated, deeply reassured by Xichen's promises. "I trust you."

Drinking the tea, Huaisang returns the cup to Xichen and then gives him a formal little bow in thanks. "This one is deeply grateful for your care and love."

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Xichen bowed his head in respect to his little brother. "It is my honor and pleasure to care for you and your household," he took the cup, set it on the tray and then stood to gather it.

"Breakfast will be ready soon. You may wear whatever you wish," he added with a gentle smile.

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Smiling hesitantly, Huaisang nodded and got up, going to his closet to pick out something that would bring him joy. He wouldn't leave the house in it so that he would keep his promise until Xichen was able to free him from it. Mingjue had been displeased by him wearing such things even in his own house, but Huaisang had at least only promised not to go out in apparel that made him happy.