[ The grip on his jaw and familiar harsh words manage to make Wen Kexing smile despite the heavy weight in his chest. He can laugh through it, shaking the pressure loose by being his typical, rough self. It's reassuring, knowing that Zhou Zishu is there to comfort and tease him, and it's a reminder to Wen Kexing that he has to be strong, to hold on so he can ensure this man keeps living. ]

Tsk, A-Xu, you know I am a man of good deeds. What do I have to do with this place?

[ But even Wen Kexing can't keep that act up. His smile fades as quickly as it comes and he steps closer, finding comfort in Zhou Zishu's shadow. ]

Can we leave? I don't like to see it when it's empty. I don't... know what I would do to change it.

[ After decades of only wanting to see it destroyed, building is definitely a new concept. But maybe with Zhou Zishu he could try. Maybe- some other time. Almost like a child, Wen Kexing feels the urge to flee instead. ]