[Aether doesn't pull away, continuing to pet Xiao's back even as snow begins to gently fall around them. Despite everything, he's at least glad that he's able to be here, and provide Xiao comfort that he might not have otherwise been open to back in Teyvat.]

I'd be more than happy to have you with me. I think we could both use a little taking care of right now.

[He pulls back then, hands smoothing down Xiao's arms to instead take hold of his hands. Despite the fact that he's wearing gloves, he'll feel warmth starting to emanate from them -- a gentle Hi spell that hopefully comes across as comforting.]

I have a room back at the hotel, so we can order something to eat at the front desk and then warm up by the fireplace. How does that sound?