Moderate Winds

Wife: "What the hell are you doing? Is that a beer in your hand?"

Chaon: "Yes it is a beer. A mild barley-malt."

Wife: "It is NINE O'CLOCK IN THE GODDAMN MORNING!!!"

Chaon: "Is Taiwan in a state of decay?"

Wife: "What the hell are you talking about?"

Chaon: "Just answer the question. Is Taiwan in a state of decay?"

Wife: "No, Taiwan is succeeding economically, politically, and culturally."

Chaon: "Has Taiwan been subjugated?"

Wife: "What the FUCK are you babbling?"

Chaon: "Yes or no. Has Taiwan been subjugated in the last 24 years?"

Wife: "No, Taiwan is still free and independent."

Chaon: "You're welcome."