Yes, he is hopelessly, recklessly in love with Xingchen. He doesn't care if he looks foolish - as long as his daozhang accepts him.

"If I were to guess..." he puzzles over the question, "Transmutation? Food doesn't usually wield swords or breathe fire. I know that type of food is called a dragon roll, so...someone had fun with the name, I guess."

In fact they had so much fun that Xue Yang wants to make them pay for it. But later.

That dark blush needs to be seen to first. Grinning, he tilts his head to hear every single word.

"You're so good to me."

Ying scampers in front of them, Xiu safe on her back and enters their home first. She wants a soft spot to snuggle! Today has been too hectic!