[Admittedly, the offer was made in the spur of the moment. Perhaps he had been influenced by the Traveler's otherworldly abode and its soft comforts, which made him feel courageous enough to ask for such an outing. But then Aether had agreed to trying some hot pot, which was a lot more successful than Chongyun had anticipated. He offered to help provide food, but Aether had said he would go ahead and prepare the meal. So kind... the Traveler really was something, wasn't he?]

[On their chosen day, Chongyun accompanies Aether back into his teapot realm, letting out a breath as the calm atmosphere washes over him. Looking up at the grand house for a moment, he soon turns to Aether and smiles.]

Thank you for bringing me back here, Traveler. I'm... actually quite excited to try this two-flavour hot pot with you.