In An Yi's view, these people have been spoiled. Imagine her, a renowned calligrapher, having sold pieces worth several hundred thousand copper coins, now writing for free, yet all sorts of messy issues arise. When the pride of writers and scholars kicks in, the words can get quite harsh.
While the villagers of the village, through these few confrontations, also noticed her rather aloof and solitary personality, she is still kind at heart. People with strong principles agree with her, but those with ulterior motives find her difficult to get along with. Yet her writing is genuinely good, so they're reluctant to let go, clicking their tongues and heading home to find paper. From their viewpoint, it's—
Isn't it foolish behavior not to take advantage?
