He felt that maybe all the years he had held back all his emotions finally had a chance to really breathe now. It was the only theory that made any sense to him. Perhaps it was better now, he was safe to express those things in a way that was good.

Melting into the hug, feeling the warm arms around him. This safety is what he had stolen from Huaisang, no wonder the man had plotted his murder for a decade. Never again. He had an agreement with the younger Nie now. They were going to protect their people and make certain they prosper. Guangyao gave Nie Mingjue a tight squeeze. He was going to make certain this man was safe and happy. Both of them. He owed them that.

Resting his head on his chest, he was somehow laughing through his tears. "Glad to know I exist. I was a little worried there." He wiped at his own eyes rewarding the man with a smile.

"Though now I am covered in sand and your sweat. It's not really a becoming look for a sect leader huh?"