[Chongyun can only chuckle sheepishly at the praise. Unused to it as he was, it's still strange to accept... but he will, given Venti's lightened mood. But at the question, Chongyun blinks, before shaking his head and one hand.]

O-Oh, no... you do not owe me anything. After all... friends are supposed to help each other, are they not? Being able to help you feel even a little better is payment enough for me.