He considers that he might be delirious and hallucinating Jin Ling's presence. The hospital has him on a regimen of rather strong medication, so it is possible. However, thus far, he has had no such side effect. Therefore he must trust the gentle weight of his nephew leaning on him. Meng Yao holds him close, stroking over his hair and resting his cheek against the crown of Jin Ling's head.

"I'm sorry you were attacked."

He is more than sorry and once he finds the one responsible, mercy will not be an option.