When others raise a toast, you stand and reciprocate as it is a matter of etiquette.
Generally speaking, this is quite necessary.
Of course, there are those who aren't very particular about "etiquette."
If one's status is high enough, doing so can indeed be justified.
Some people, even if they don't receive respect, won't feel displeased because of it.
For instance, in such situations, if you hold up your glass to toast and these big shots respond, even if they don't stand up, that's enough.
With this kind of situation, there's generally some hope of getting things done.
But that's because one desires something from these people.
Chen Yuan was different; he was a person in the most emphatic sense.
So, these people have to respect me.
Those who are the greatest must be respected.
Fortunately, they were all very cooperative.
Everyone stood up.
This scene made guests at neighboring seats all look over with surprised expressions.
