But when Tan Wenbin lit the third candle, the old man's hand trembled slightly. He put down the cup and pot in his hand and immediately ran over, bowing and asking:
"I didn't know you were visiting, apologies for not welcoming you from afar. May I ask, who might you be..."
Lighting the third candle signifies that my status is higher than yours, and you must serve me well.
Of course, even if you lack the confidence, you can still light three candles to boast, but you must bear the consequences yourself.
Tan Wenbin looked at Li Zhiyuan, who began to salute:
"Chest at Jiujiang, courage reflects Xunyang, spirit covers Lushan, and divine at Po Yang. Jiujiang—Zhao Yi."
When out in the world, your identity is self-given.
Just like with this candle-lighting ritual, impersonating someone else is possible, but only if you can withstand the other party's retribution after they find out.
