He's completely blind to the rain, to anything but the man in front of him, those arms holding him and Xichen manages a slow nod after a few moments, trying to compose himself.

"I never thought I'd see you again." When he can finally speak, when he's gotten some level of control back, his voice strained but he's able to look at Mingjue, to pull back slightly and find his feet.

"I'm sorry, I just... I never imagined.."