[as odd as it is, Zhongli is skilled enough at going with the flow that it doesn't appear to be bothering him. Aether might know, or at least suspect, that there's more going on, but it doesn't matter at the moment.]

It is, yes. I've been letting my feet carry me for the most part, as well as checking the local maps and the like. [his arms cross for a moment, a small smile breaking through. it's kind of... nice, isn't it? not having to worry about stepping lightly around Aether.] Are you offering to show me around? I would be grateful, if so. As you may know, I'm quite adept at finding my way - but a knowledgeable companion makes the work much simpler.