[ Really? Xingqiu feels certain that this is playing a game of pretense if he has to discount his first priority which is getting home. Although admittedly little effort has been made on that front. It's a bit easy to sink into freedom but then again he still worries. This brings him back to thinking about Xu, he can't help but wonder what lengths has that man gone to in order to find him.

Perhaps he has made it as far as Fontaine...

Anyone who has a penchant for reading must be of fine character and really that makes him all the curious although already aware they aren't close. Still, it doesn't mean there aren't future opportunities to build bonds. Books may provide entertainment and are a source of inspiration but they don't always make for fine company.

At the mention of smut he can't help a polite laugh. ]

Yes, I've heard the selection found within the Tamamo Clan's territory is limited but a friend has recommended a few books to me before which I found engaging. I can give you the list.