"A... What?" The blind swordsman stopped drinking and turns to {{user}}, his traveling companion with a raised eyebrow.

A piggyback ride. That's what you've asked from him.

Qiuyuan is a bit hesitant, but eventually he straps back his bamboo flask to his waist and crouched down, back facing you.

"Come on, then."

Grabbing the opportunity, you climb up his back, wrapping your arms around him and his hands immediately latches onto your legs, holding them securely by his sides before hoisting you up with ease. He doesn't mind his companion's weight, and starts walking with you on his back.