叫我太史丞 那就还是信不过我
“The way you address me shows that you still don't trust me.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
多谢太史丞
“Thank you, Deputy Director Xiao.”
叫我太史丞 那就 还是 信不过我
“The way you address me shows that you still don't trust me.”
萧兄
“Mr. Xiao.”
“Drop the stiff official titles; let's treat each other as true friends.”
In Chinese interpersonal dynamics, addressing someone by official rank maintains respectful distance, whereas using peer honorifics (like Brother Xiao) establishes intimacy and alliance.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
cannot trust; to distrust
Common potential complement construction indicating a lack of confidence or trust in someone.
then that still means...
Used to draw an interpretive conclusion based on an observed behavior.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“I knew you could do it. I had no faith in myself.”
“Rest assured, Mr. Xiao. I dare not talk nonsense about Her Ladyship.”
“You're unbelievable.”
“Mr. Xiao, stop talking big.”
“Mr. Xiao, don't underestimate me.”
“Deputy Director Xiao. I toast to you.”