Most are more concerned about the alcohol, as opposed to what people are actually doing.
[Which was typical of any of Lord Cao Cao's parties - he knew that more than most. After so many years by his side, it had become common. So for a man such as himself who preferred to lay off drinking when he could, it could be rather a nuisance. Or perhaps he simply found his amusement in another fashion, such as this one.]
As for myself, I have no such qualms. I find prying into the lives of Lord Cao Cao's visitors much more fascinating.
[Whether he was serious, it was hard to tell, but finally he chuckled.] Far be it from me to turn down an opportunity for intelligent conversation.
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[Which was typical of any of Lord Cao Cao's parties - he knew that more than most. After so many years by his side, it had become common. So for a man such as himself who preferred to lay off drinking when he could, it could be rather a nuisance. Or perhaps he simply found his amusement in another fashion, such as this one.]
As for myself, I have no such qualms. I find prying into the lives of Lord Cao Cao's visitors much more fascinating.
[Whether he was serious, it was hard to tell, but finally he chuckled.] Far be it from me to turn down an opportunity for intelligent conversation.