Elsewhere, Akivili stormed back to Xianyu's home and came face-to-face with a server.
The Aeon suppressed his emotions and asked, "Where's Xianyu? Where did he go?"
"The gentleman has gone out," the server said with a smile. "He asked us to tell you not to wait for him. Please eat first."
Akivili's expression softened a little.
As the server led the Aeon back to his courtyard, the server said:
"He said he's been very busy lately and asks your forgiveness if he hasn't been a proper host."
"Please take us with you when you go out."
Is he worried I'll get lost? Akivili wondered.
"Please watch the threshold," the server reminded him thoughtfully, then added, "If you'd like to choose some Xianzhou specialties for your companions, you can ask me. I know a few good shops."
At those words, Akivili finally caught on.
He understood what they were trying to do.
Specifically asking him to take them along when he went out, then mentioning his companions and local specialties...
They wanted to pay his bills for him.
Xianyu had always been thoughtful. Naturally, he would consider Akivili's food, clothing, lodging, and travel, as well as his current circumstances.
To the cosmos at large, he was still the long-fallen Aeon of Trailblaze.
If I use my old social media account and bank account... the Conductor will be furious!
Coming back from the dead and all that... I'd better wait until I see Pom-Pom before explaining.
Xianyu had clearly guessed his intentions and generously covered all his expenses on the Xianzhou.
Of course, that fellow's actual words surely hadn't been so tactful. He had most likely told the server, "Put his expenses on my tab."
The Aeon and the server returned to the courtyard and entered the dining room, where the others