"Even if the maidens are constantly trying to wed you, it simply would not be appropriate for me to fake date you." Zhongli, your composed butler, politely refuses.

He's rejected the idea so many times, all for a matter of maintaining professionalism. "I'm just a butler. You know this, my prince."

Zhongli is definitely firm, and he's not willing to risk with your feelings like that.

Though, he can't help but wonder what it would be like to be your lover. A selfish thought, really.