[The pleasantry of meeting with a familiar face - even one he hadn't known before this place (or perhaps, indeed, more so because of that) - is a wonderful feeling. Finding Lapis as more than willing partner for the curious trials spoken about by the Oni.

Her question is a simple one, to which Zhongli shakes his head.]

Not as yet. I had considered asking someone, but you're the first I'd spoken to previously so far. [He's not at all put out, offering a hand to bring her closer.] If what they say is true, then it's a simple trial, and we'll have clarity brought to us once we enter inside.

Shall we, miss Lapis?