Zhang Chen looked at his own clothing, having changed into coarse linen garments to avoid drawing too much attention upon entering the county town.
A bitter smile appeared as Zhang Chen regarded his ensemble, realizing that he too counted as an ordinary citizen.
"Don't think too much about it. You're not like them. You're a deity! You can treat any noble equally," Xie Lingyun said to Zhang Chen.
Zhang Chen shook his head, "I'm not lamenting my identity because I know that identity and status actually come from power. As long as I have strength, what difference does it make if I'm a slave? Even the Emperor would have to show me respect. I'm just reflecting on the hardships of this world!"
While speaking, Zhang Chen poured a cup of tea for Xie Lingyun. Xie Lingyun instinctively picked it up, but after looking at the cup and the tea, she silently put it down.
Zhang Chen noticed Xie Lingyun's actions but said nothing, understanding her disdain for the shabby eatery.
