[This is about to go terribly, terribly wrong. Lan Xichen hasn't necessarily been disguising himself either, but he has at least noticed the local reaction to outsiders and has been keeping quiet. He makes sure to stay out of the way and look inoffensive when strangers cast him glances, so most are willing to ignore the man. But the person making demands now i someone close to Lan Xichen's heart and he knows that Chifeng-zun would never back down from a rising challenge.

He swiftly moves between his sworn brother and the arachne, blocking Baxia from having a clear strike and raising a placating hand toward the other monster.]

There's no need for this. We're sorry for interrupting you. He's eager to prove his strength.

[Lan Xichen looks back at his brother, shaking his head slightly and hoping that will be enough to at least temporarily hold back his rage.]

Let's go find somewhere else to talk. Let them do their job.