This isn't a first for him - nor will it be the final time he is treated in this manner. Meng Yao's expression falls nonetheless, his heart confused and aching with deeds he has yet to commit. Those deeds, however, hang heavily on everyone involved. The horror has spread in the water, like blood or paint. It's hard to tell which is which. His lies are like that, aren't they?

Thus why he has promised to tell the truth to those who will be his sworn brothers: Nie Mingjue and Lan Xichen. Nie Huaisang can have his word too - if it means anything - but the man can barely tolerate his existence.

"My name is Meng Yao. I have no connection to that other name, Guangyao, as of yet." he straightens as directed, gazing at Wei Wuxian directly, "I have been told of the future. I have begged for my life too. The truth of the matter is this: I have not committed those sins."