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[ Zhongli's look of surprise is a fleeting thing but it's there nonetheless. For someone so wise and old as himself, not many things can render him speechless, but somehow Guizhong is the one able to do it. Even back then he was always taken aback and charmed by her demeanor and insight. Her ability to create wonderful things while his only merits were to destroy. Despite all that he has missed these moments and never expected such words from her. ] I had...not realized.

[ Which is not unsurprising considering this is Zhongli we're talking about. ] I apologize for...not entirely recognizing your feelings for me.

[ The corners of his lips turn downward into a slight frown. ] But I am glad you told me.