Makes sense, really. I cannot fault them for that.

[ Putting the natives in charge even when outnumbered by aliens is a smart way to keep them under control. Damn...

He sighs. ]

You need not worry for my comfort. I have had ... eons of experience, you could say.

[ He waves his hand, as if to gesture Zhongli forward with their quest. He's acting all cool but on the inside he feels like he's about to burst into flame if he doesn't get some relief soon. ]

For whatever reason, I'm interested in what you want to do.