Honestly, Jin Zixuan had no idea how to judge what Jin Guangyao looked like. Moreover, he didn't care. But, most importantly, he did recognise the kind of situation. It was not dissimilar to when his wife asked him the same question.
Sometimes it was important to note differences then. Was she wearing a different colour? Had she changed jewellery, hairstyle or make-up? Was she simply feeling vulnerable and wanted reassurance or was she being flirtatious? There were so many reasons for asking this question and each required a different response.
He looked his brother over carefully - he knew that he had to take his time or he would seem dismissive and rude - and then gave a nod of approval. "You are very elegant."
He was proving his lack of eloquence here. He was certain Jin Guangyao would have found better words, had the situation been reversed. "Like a--" What time of year was it? "--spring flower." He was certain that had to be it, going by the colour scheme. "I wish you luck for your performance. I know you are very skilled."
"...Thank you." He bowed in response, appreciating his brother's attempted but it felt awkward because Jin Zixuan was very awkward. He had just expected a 'good' or 'fine' but instead, he watched his mind work as he found the perfect reply. His brother was an odd duck indeed.
Was this how he assured Yanli? Did he assume she didn't notice his brain working either?
"Return by next week and I will tell you all I discover."
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Sometimes it was important to note differences then. Was she wearing a different colour? Had she changed jewellery, hairstyle or make-up? Was she simply feeling vulnerable and wanted reassurance or was she being flirtatious? There were so many reasons for asking this question and each required a different response.
He looked his brother over carefully - he knew that he had to take his time or he would seem dismissive and rude - and then gave a nod of approval. "You are very elegant."
He was proving his lack of eloquence here. He was certain Jin Guangyao would have found better words, had the situation been reversed. "Like a--" What time of year was it? "--spring flower." He was certain that had to be it, going by the colour scheme. "I wish you luck for your performance. I know you are very skilled."
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Was this how he assured Yanli? Did he assume she didn't notice his brain working either?
"Return by next week and I will tell you all I discover."