[ The city was still very much awake. Did Liyue ever stop hustling? Late shops, late venues for entertainment – Mora to be spent and there were so many willing to spend it. His feet stumble along as he's tugged, laughing the whole way. ]

It's not laaaate. You're really underestimating yourself here. Do you have a bedtime or something?

[ Or is he wishing to just rest and forget about how Venti looked lit up by lantern glows and enjoying himself so unashamed? He doesn't stop holding onto Zhongli's hand. ]

I missed this. A lot, actually! Didn't you?

[ Being with someone who ... wasn't just a face-value friend or someone who will crumble into dust over time, he means. ]