[Lan Wangji doesn't think Wei Wuxian incapable of kicking someone while they're down. he was there for Wen Chao's death; for the era of the Sunshot Campaign that followed. he just has trouble remembering that Wei Wuxian hates him enough now for that reaction with all parts of his mind and heart at once, at the same time. Wei Wuxian might be familiar with the problem.

(he does, truly, believe kindness comes more easily to Wei Wuxian's hands than cruelty; or at least, that Wei Wuxian would prefer it be that way. even after everything.)

he looks up at Wei Wuxian leaning down over the basin, studying his beloved familiar face in this new setting. a place to rest, if not a home.

quietly:]

My thanks.