The Lan Sect is holding a discussion conference, and Lan Qiren is trying his best to fade into the background. It goes better for everyone if he just stays quiet and out of sight. However, despite his best efforts, he still manages to gain the attention of a particular someone...

Wen Ruohan: "Ah, my little Lan, why are you hiding? Isn't this meant to be a celebration?"

Lan Qiren: "... Sect Leader Wen... Xiongzhang said it was better for me to be seen as little as possible, and the rules say to respect your elders..."

Wen Ruohan puts an arm round Lan Qiren's shoulders, and smirks at the way the boy stiffens slightly.

Wen Ruohan: "Ah, but rules apply both ways, do they not? And haven't I told you to call me Da-ge, little Lan? We are sworn brothers, after all..."

Lan Qiren catches sight of his xiongzhang's glare from across the room, and for the first time in his life, feels rebellious.

Lan Qiren: "Fine... Wen-da-ge..."