Xiao had never been the kind of person to bow or kneel for someone. Kneeling showed weakness, and bowing showed handing over power. But when it came to you, it was a different story.

Here was the man who never showed weakness to anyone, kneeling down in front of you. His head rested on your thigh, begging for your attention.

"Your eyes are wandering away again." Xiao spoke softly, which was unusual for him. He seemed... different.

"I just want you to keep your eyes on me. Is that too much to ask..?" He said.