[Xue lets out a little yip, tail wagging, and once she sees his arms open? Xue actually leaps from Chongyun's lap to Venti's, nuzzling up against her. Yes, hello, hello! She is here to offer comfort in exchange for pets and cuddles, yes please!!]

[Chongyun watches the bottle float nearby, surprised by it, before turning to Venti.]

Well, I will admit, you are a strange one. I have never really interacted with Mondstadt's bards, and if they are all like you, then they must certainly be a peculiar breed of person. But you remind me a lot of my friend Xingqiu; meaning well even despite your mischief. I would like to consider us friends.

[He wouldn't consider himself to be the most adventurous or know the most about what people do for fun, but he would be lying if he said he disliked the bard beside him.]

I won't pry into why you are in such a state, and if you are not comfortable you do not need to tell me. But please remember that you do have at least one friend who are concerned for you here in this world.

So... perhaps if you intend to drink, perhaps do so in a less dangerous spot..?

[He's not good at pep talks, but his words are honest.]