[ Though his expression remains neutral, inwardly Neuvillette feels the pang of regret at having mentioned the Duke; he doesn't consider himself possessive and Wriothesley is free to spend his time with whomever he pleases, but something about the thought of the false dragon of Liyue encroaching on his territory does not please him. He takes another sip of water, letting the coolness of the liquid as it slides down his throat temper that knot of emotion in his chest. ]

...I can let him know you're interested in meeting with him next time I see him, but Wriothesley rarely comes up to the surface and spends most of his time maintaining order as the administrator of the Fortress of Meropide.

[ Or maybe he'll just pretend it slipped his mind and not mention Zhongli at all. ]