His expression is hopeful even if the man can't see it. "Really?" To be believed that he might be even a bit remorseful for what he is done and want to make amends is all he could possibly ask for. It means that the person he desires, might not completely hate him. And as sad as that might be for most people, Xue Yang has never had anything even close to love or affection from someone. So forgiveness and acceptance is as good to him as anything else.

He smiles, a toothy one that reveals sharp canine teeth, pleased by this development. "I'm glad, Daozhang."