[Up, up they go... Zhongli is observing the fading landscape beneath them as they ascend, fascinated by it. Though, when he hears Trahearne speak, he turns his full attention over to the other man. He hums in thought as Trahearne admits his concerns, and offers a solemn nod.]

To be concerned is understandable. Being confronted with that which has traumatized you is going to arouse unsettling emotions within you, so it is only natural to feel anxious. I will do my utmost to attempt to smooth things between us and our target; I do have some experience dealing with and understanding the ways of dragons.

[Partly because he is one himself... though, now that he knows about Trahearne's concerns, he's not sure if he should admit to that detail. How would the other respond..? Well, that might be something to look into another day.]