Jiang Xing and others saw that even when facing the powerful and prestigious Jurchens, Shen Yue was not the least bit flustered, but rather conversed with ease and humor. Their admiration for him increased.
Most people tend to be weak when facing the strong and strong when facing the weak, considering themselves smart and worldly, but Shen Yue acted differently. He remained unwavering in the face of power and humble in the presence of the weak, always adhering to the principle of equality.
Wanyan Loushi, unflappable, calmly asked, "But what exactly do you mean by following your heart's desire?"
Shen Yue solemnly replied, "Since it is the heart's desire, one must know where the heart lies. In your knowledge, where does the heart lie?"
The Jurchens burst into stunned laughter at this.
But Wanyan Loushi appeared thoughtful, realizing that Shen Yue was discussing a philosophical concept.
