[ That's decided then, with Wangji's wish: they will go home at some point. No more arguing about the likelihood. ]

Aiya, [ they are something of a state, ] if you let me fix your hair then you can do mine. We'll make it look right before the others return.

[ They are both deft of hand and Lan hairstyles are easier with an extra pair of acceptable hands to adjust a ribbon, much as they are quite capable of doing it themselves. This slice of domesticity settles some of the sickness roiling in Xichen's guts. ]

Bring the comb, let me have it.

[ He can also make Wangji look nice and sleek for Wei Wuxian! What a sneaky motive. ]