"That is fair enough," Chao Yi seems to concede.  "We shall discuss this at another time, like proper and civilized people.  Over tea."<br/><br/>He gives Mai a nod that's just within the bounds of courtesy.<br/><br/>"I shall not detain you any further, huntress.  But do keep your associate under control.  I should hate to have anything untoward come about because of her temper."<br/><br/>He turns to leave.<br/><br/>"Oh, yes.  One other thing.  Without that oath...I'm afraid the House of Yi would take your presence here unkindly.  Do be careful."