Officials, the higher they were, the more approachable. Their words had the dignity of a person in a higher position. They also had a friendly side. When they should be strict, they were strict. When they were in private, their attitude was amiable. It showed the spirit and breadth of mind of a person.
The high-ranking officials that Ye Jian had come into contact with were Commander Xia, the major general of the army, the major general of the navy, and the director-general. Every one of them was in a high position. Every one of them was dignified and amiable.
However, she wouldn't lower herself just because they were approachable. She would only respect, fear, and look up to them.