The kiss is distracting, Xichen only breaking the contact when he has to, gaze shifting back to Guangyao, his lips curving into a smile for him, fingers stroking along Guangyao's cheek. A faint flush colors his cheeks at Mingjue's words before he clears his throat.

"I was...I think he might need some attention. I...some time has passed since I..." Xichen trails off, gaze dropping so he's not quite meeting either set of eyes.