Zewu-Jun is an upstanding man, beyond the realm of idle gossip. ( And then, with an easy shrug and a sly grin. ) I would not be offended either way, I have been talked about for less.

( He has somewhat of a reputation in several towns and cities, and that's before he even considers the mythos of the Ghost Valley Master. That's what happens when you carefully cultivate the idea of a slutty, vagabond master of all. )

But it is good to know that our meeting was the first. I find myself ... unsettled by the knowledge that some might know me and I am to be none the wiser. ( He isn't losing anything by admitting that, and if Lan Wangji has anything to say then maybe he can bring his brother on side with a small hint of something vulnerable. It's the truth, essentially. ) But ah, my reputation often proceeds me. What difference is this.