["We aren't". He had imagined it then. He must have. Whatever had been in the willing return of his kiss was probably just relief at being in her own body once more. She had always been easy with her affections. Throwing herself at him for hugs when happy. Grabbing his arm and bouncing on her feet because she could not contain her emotions and did not bother to try. It was nothing more than joy at returning to herself.

His posture straightened as she turned in his arms, hiding from Cid in her embarrassment. Daqiang put one hand behind his back, but kept the one around her waist where it was. Then he shot Cid a glare for his attempt to tease when Orchid was already clearly distressed.]

Do not.

[Whether or not he trusted Cid and thought well of him, making Orchid unhappy was not acceptable. Waiting a moment to ensure his warning was acknowledged, then continued:]

If you wish to accompany us back to the hot springs, you may. This venerable one... thanks you, Cid, for your aid in this matter.