To be perfectly calm and composed; to maintain a normal, unperturbed demeanor regardless of the situation.
Era:
Ancient
Frequency:
Story:
During the Jin Dynasty, Ruan Ji of Chenliu, one of the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove, was deeply grieved and emaciated after his mother's death.
However, he was seen drinking wine and eating meat at the residence of King Wen of Jin.
Sili He Ceng reported this to King Wen, arguing that Ruan Ji, despite being in deep mourning, was indulging in wine and meat and should be banished overseas.
King Wen responded that Ruan Ji had fallen ill due to his overwhelming sorrow and that drinking and eating meat in such a state was not considered a breach of propriety.
Ruan Ji, ignoring their entire discussion, continued to eat without a pause, maintaining a perfectly calm and composed demeanor.