Jiang Cheng originally wanted to see how Shen Hao would evaluate Tang Qingyuan and Chen Yiyun, but didn't expect Shen Hao to jump right over this linguistic trap, not saying a single bad word about his superiors.
This not only surprised Jiang Cheng but also delighted him. He hadn't expected Shen Hao to have such a deft grasp of social maneuvering.
"You had better think it through. If you study under me, you'll have to dedicate yourself entirely. The moment you become lazy or your mind is distracted, your learning will be ruined, and you'll never get far."
Shen Hao understood that Jiang Cheng was warning him, and hurriedly cupped his hands. "Please rest assured, my lord. To hear your teachings is already your grace. How would I dare to slack off in the slightest?"
"That's for the best."
Jiang Cheng finished and raised the cup before him. Shen Hao likewise quickly took up his own cup with both hands. The two clinked them and downed them in one go.
It's done!
