[If he only knew that was going on in her mind, Zhang Liao might've just told her to be more honest with him. He could never hate her, not even after knowing what she had done. It takes a brave person to tango between the realm's most dangerous men; that she did it out of loyalty and filial piety makes her a much better person than he is.
He clears his throat, silently wondering what that particular movement in the air signifies. But he then scolds himself, because it's none of his business to poke into Diaochan's thoughts and emotions. As he does his best to cover up his own from others, so he should respect everyone else's privacy to their own internal struggles.]
You are too kind, my lady. All I have done is swing my blades; I have performed no other noteworthy service.
[...this is the longest conversation he's ever had with Diaochan. It just isn't proper to speak with your lord's mistress, alone. He should take his leave soon. But it's also his duty to make sure that she's alright.]
But Zhang Liao isn't worthy of your concern, though I am grateful that you think of me. How do you fare yourself, my lady? Has the land been kind to you?
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Date: 2014-09-29 10:11 pm (UTC)He clears his throat, silently wondering what that particular movement in the air signifies. But he then scolds himself, because it's none of his business to poke into Diaochan's thoughts and emotions. As he does his best to cover up his own from others, so he should respect everyone else's privacy to their own internal struggles.]
You are too kind, my lady. All I have done is swing my blades; I have performed no other noteworthy service.
[...this is the longest conversation he's ever had with Diaochan. It just isn't proper to speak with your lord's mistress, alone. He should take his leave soon. But it's also his duty to make sure that she's alright.]
But Zhang Liao isn't worthy of your concern, though I am grateful that you think of me. How do you fare yourself, my lady? Has the land been kind to you?