[ He is primed to be as pathetic as possible to her, partly because he feels awful, partly because it's funny, but it seems he doesn't have to push too hard to get in her good(?) graces. The woman invites him to her room and he smiles in response before wincing because even smiling hurts. Oh god. ]

I am more than grateful for the invitation, xiaojie. You're quite kind!

[ And then he gestures for her to lead the way, so he can follow. ]

What's your name anyway? I haven't seen you around before.