His posture stiffens, his eyes narrow and his jaw tightens. The very insolence...it both grates on and surprises him that she would be so daring. Yu Jin is well aware of his reputation as a strict disciplinarian, and it's an identity that he's secure in. He's also well aware that most are careful with both speech and actions around him but in just this brief trip alone he's being teased at and being spoken back to. It's been awhile since he's been mocked at, even if gently.
He silently seethes while searching for the correct response that would sufficiently convey his displeasure at being tricked and teased at, but at the same time avoiding any further pitfalls. He doesn't even realise he's let the silence stretch on until he hears her break it, at which his only response is a curt reply.]
There is no need for such flattery, Lady Cai Wenji. I am merely a soldier carrying out our lord's orders.
Me and you both!
His posture stiffens, his eyes narrow and his jaw tightens. The very insolence...it both grates on and surprises him that she would be so daring. Yu Jin is well aware of his reputation as a strict disciplinarian, and it's an identity that he's secure in. He's also well aware that most are careful with both speech and actions around him but in just this brief trip alone he's being teased at and being spoken back to. It's been awhile since he's been mocked at, even if gently.
He silently seethes while searching for the correct response that would sufficiently convey his displeasure at being tricked and teased at, but at the same time avoiding any further pitfalls. He doesn't even realise he's let the silence stretch on until he hears her break it, at which his only response is a curt reply.]
There is no need for such flattery, Lady Cai Wenji. I am merely a soldier carrying out our lord's orders.