《梁书·列传·卷五十二》
史臣曰：顾宪之、陶季直算是以退隐来延年益寿的人，萧视素却是对做官缺少热情的入，和那些怀念俸禄，沉溺在恩宠之中，在人世间奔忙劳碌的人相比，确实有很大的差别。
史臣曰：顾宪之、陶季直，引年者也，萧视素则宦情鲜焉。比夫怀禄耽宠，婆娑人世，则殊间矣。
The historian said: Gu Xianzhi and Tao Jizhi can be said to be people who prolong their life and longevity by retreating, while Xiao Shisu is a person who lacks passion for being an official. Compared with those who miss their salary, indulge in favor, and run around in the world, there is indeed a great difference.