It's understandable. He has never had to question the trappings of the environment in which he was raised. He may feel like he has to justify them rather than simply explain them. I welcome any further questions you might have, though I myself am biased in much the same way - I was not raised within the gentry, and my perspective on their social and political workings is not favorable for reasons both overarching and personal.
I realize now that perhaps I overstepped in telling you his given name. I had assumed it was known, since the man named Daryl knew him as such. I will be more careful with my presumptions in the future.
Of course, another time. Speaking of such things, I'll let you know regarding my availability for tea as soon as I'm able to.
I have been here but a short time so far, but it's clear that you've become a valuable ally and friend to him. I have faith that one day he'll tell you of his own accord. :)
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It's understandable. He has never had to question the trappings of the environment in which he was raised. He may feel like he has to justify them rather than simply explain them. I welcome any further questions you might have, though I myself am biased in much the same way - I was not raised within the gentry, and my perspective on their social and political workings is not favorable for reasons both overarching and personal.
I realize now that perhaps I overstepped in telling you his given name. I had assumed it was known, since the man named Daryl knew him as such. I will be more careful with my presumptions in the future.
No gratitude is necessary,
Xingchen
Want to wrap this up?
Yes, that does make sense. I’m certain I will have more questions for you, but I will leave that for another time.
And not to worry, I won’t tell him you told me. I hope that he might do so himself one day.
Until we speak again,
Obi-Wan
forgot to add to the subject line: yeah sounds good!
Of course, another time. Speaking of such things, I'll let you know regarding my availability for tea as soon as I'm able to.
I have been here but a short time so far, but it's clear that you've become a valuable ally and friend to him. I have faith that one day he'll tell you of his own accord. :)
Until then,
Xingchen