Naturally, Lan Wangji knew the bribery would work. That is why he did it. At the question, he contemplates Claudius in turn, recalling how jarringly unusual he once found his typical clothing. It no longer strikes him that way, the result of all their familiarity, but he does feel a sentimental pang at the thought of his friend dressed in the style of his world, as if preparing for that aspirational trip to the Cloud Recesses after all. "Mn. Perhaps not in Lan colors." Out of loyalty, he does not mention that Claudius' hair is much too short.