[Video; UN: gentlebreeze]

[gentledawn]

[A white rabbit stares at the camera.

And stares.

Then a back leg thumps impatiently against the floor. A flash of magic follows and then Xingchen is sitting where the rabbit had been, his black hair scattered with white strands. He quickly dresses himself and clears his throat.]

Forgive me. I meant to say: if you are near the Temple and find yourself in need of rest or refreshment, you are welcome. All are welcome as long as you come in peace and do not mind cats.

Or... [Another cough.] Rabbits.

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[gentledawn]

It's natural. [He ducks his head bashfully.] You needn't worry, my friend. I'm well.

[pinkblinded]

I was worried that I might be causing you too much stress...

[gentledawn]

You? No. Not even close. If I worry for you, it is because I want to give you all I can. Sometimes I'm not sure if it will be enough.

[pinkblinded]

But you've given me so much already. So much more than I could have ever hoped for from anyone...

[His expectations are so very low after all he's been through.]

[gentledawn]

What your family taught you is wrong. You deserve love and those you can depend on without question. Everyone needs a helping hand or two when they are starting out and you were denied that.

[pinkblinded]

[He blushes a little.] You have truly always been there for me.