“Lord Bashir, we did not violate the commandments of the Holy Spirit. We arrived at the cultivators’ quarters before sunset, and we simply informed each other of our location outside. As for drinking... hehe, have you ever seen us drunk?” Xu Luo was much more tactful than Qu Huan, and he smoothed over the issues of being late and drinking with just a few words.
“The Temple Proverbs say: Wine makes a mocker, strong wine makes a clamorer; whoever is misled by wine has no wisdom. Wine is red and glitters in the glass, do not look at it. Though it is pleasant to swallow, in the end it bites you like a snake and stings you like a venomous snake.”
Bashir, adopting a righteous demeanor, first recited several passages of the temple's maxims, then addressed Qin Mo: "New cultivator, the fact that the Holy Maiden did not punish you Great Xia people for drinking does not mean you are without fault. Today, out of respect for Lord Qu Huan, we will not pursue this matter further. Once you enter the temple, you must learn humility and respect. Do you... understand?"
Looking at the serious-looking Bashir, Qin Mo felt that he was even more annoying and hypocritical than the previous Morse.
"Your Excellency Bashir, I am truly sorry, but we are drinking white spirits, not the 'red wine' mentioned in the Temple Proverbs. Your proverb is not applicable to us. You should go and deal with those drunkards who like to drink wine!"
Qin Mo's expression was even more serious than Bashir's. Having received the education of the Great Xia nobility since childhood and having inherited the title of prince several years ago, Qin Mo was also full of righteousness when he put on a serious act.
"Lord Qin Mo, your recklessness truly surprises me. I hope you enjoy your time at the Temple..." Bashir's face turned icy. He glanced at Qin Mo's residence number nine and sneered, "You chose the residence where the Holy Maiden once stayed... Heh! It seems you are not only reckless, but also arrogant..."
Qin Mo's face was even colder than Bashir's, and she said in a tone that could freeze a person, "Your Excellency Bashir, do you think living in Residence Number Nine is reckless and arrogant? Can I take that as slander against Her Highness Heatherine?"
Before Bashir could angrily retort, Qin Mo continued coldly, "I don't believe living in Residence Number Nine is reckless and arrogant. I will follow in the footsteps of the Holy Maiden, and tomorrow I will emulate Her Highness's past actions... and pass over your rooftop." (To chat with more like-minded people about "Sailing and Conquest," follow "Youdu Literature" on WeChat to read novels, discuss life, and find kindred spirits.)
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