Yet, Hammurabi has just ascended the throne in Babylon, and the famous bas-relief has not been completed, nor has Utu's alias—Shamash—been widely known. To outsiders, he is just an affable elder who enjoys frequenting taverns and tasting malt wine.
At this moment, the Sun God Utu, who thought he was well concealed, feigned anger and said:
"What do you mean 'extravagance'! Drinking wine should be enjoyable. Aside from quality, it depends on who you drink with. You keep this old man company every day, chatting and relieving my boredom—I couldn't be happier. By this account, shouldn't I be paying you a commission?"
"Fine, fine, I won't mention it, and I won't take advantage of you. From now on, consider this wine and food your commission to me."
Luo En gave an awkward smile and raised his glass, toasting the other party.
As a sip of refreshing malt wine with a lingering sweetness went down, Utu showed a satisfied smile and then asked:
