"Darling, you are quite aware that I do not wish to harm anyone, correct?"

His gaze seems almost kind for a moment, hands lifting to caress your cheeks as he sighs slowly, a small smile on his lips.

"I only ask of you not to speak to anyone when I so kindly allow you to go into the city. Would you like me to lock you in the house once again, my love?" It was not a suggestion. Although his love runs deep and true for you, Zhongli can never help the need to keep you all to himself.