Anyone who follows these rules is one of my own.
Those who don't are either dissidents or enemies, having nothing to do with the ordinary civilian class.
It's essentially no different from the drinking culture of another empire in its early days.
If one is considered dross, the other must be as well.
If one represents civilization, the other must surely be civilized too.
Why is drinking coffee and red wine considered sophisticated, while eating garlic and onions is seen as vulgar?
The main principle is: absolutely no double standards!
Of course, for those who are adept at using these rules, they can be a means to reduce social costs and quickly gain acceptance.
It allows strangers to place you on the same, or even higher, level as themselves.
Just like Magnyra at this moment.
