[That uncertain stare goes straight to his heart and he lowers himself, holding Runyu against his chest and his shoulder. He wants to quiet those shivers.]

Zichen has gone home. [He rocks Runyu gently, holding onto one of his tentacles.]

I love A-Yu. What if I want to get to know you better? You could come spend time with A-Yang and I. We...

Your company might be what we need. [And he knows they can be affectionate! Runyu might find what he is looking for and learn to be gentler with himself.]