[ Xingchen's smile brightens as the black kitten rubs her face against the elf's hand, purring approvingly at him. ]

A-Yang found this one for me and brought her home. [ Months ago now. ] Her sibling moved in a few days later.

[ The expression of concern, along with the offer, has his cheeks pink a little and his gaze drops to dark fur. It's tempting, but eventually he shakes his head a little. ]

You are very kind. I know...what might make me...whole, but I do not wish this place on him.