Xichen nods along, he had considered that. Most here are not familiar with cultivation, qi, or other energies he knows nor the Taoist principles that guide his life. He does not think of them as separate, but he also knows that even back home the Lan Sect is seen as too rigid by some.

"All fair points," he chuckles. Then realizes-- "If it is considered impolite in your world, I apologize."