[ Though it's hard to tell that Zhongli's expression does brighten considerably at Sannan's response. There's a smile touching his lips and eyes as he hums a little, moving closer to the other only to take a seat near him. ] I never have considered you the type of man to do any of those things. Perhaps that's why I was more than comfortable telling you such a secret. But I thank you regardless because it's only made my choice all the clearer.

[ He says with an amused tone as he takes another sip of his tea. ] And there's no need to apologize since it was my choice, in the end, to divulge it to you. I should perhaps be grateful to you. For allowing me to get it off my chest and perhaps I won't be so...secretive of what I am in the future.