The blood-red wine in the crystal glass rippled slightly as Liu Yun respectfully raised his glass to toast Gao Xuan.
Following the ancient traditional etiquette, the two sides at a Chinese banquet did not clink glasses but simply raised them from a distance as a gesture.
Gao Xuan also raised his glass in response, and they both drank. The difference was that Gao Xuan took a casual sip while Liu Yun drained his glass.
This was also etiquette, a rule. The superior sips, while the subordinate drinks it all.
The exchange clearly demonstrated the hierarchy and roles of the two through various rules of etiquette.
After the toast, Liu Yun exchanged a few pleasantries before bowing and withdrawing.
Throughout the interaction, Liu Yun remained respectful and courteous, with a particularly gentle and mild demeanor.
