I've ventured by myself into the unknown many times in the past... [then he shakes his head.]

Not to say that I prefer to work alone-- on the contrary, while loneliness may beget wisdom, a single string cannot make music.

[then zhongli waves a hand at their surroundings, before pulling his spear from his back and carrying it with one arm. best to be ready, right?]

Don't worry, if something attacks us, I'll protect you.