To have tender affection for and show great care and consideration towards women, typically referring to a man's gentleness and protectiveness towards the fairer sex.
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Ancient
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Story:
During the Yuan Dynasty, the singing girl Shun Shixiu was exceptionally intelligent and talented in both beauty and art. Hanlin academician Wang Yuanding was deeply fond of her.
Aluwen, an Assistant Minister of the Central Secretariat, also wanted to get involved. He took the opportunity to flirt with her, asking about the difference between him and Wang Yuanding.
Shun Shixiu replied, 'You are a prime minister, governing the country and assisting the emperor; in this, he is not as good as you. However, when it comes to 'pitying the jade and cherishing the fragrant' (怜香惜玉), you are not as good as Academician Wang.'